Tay Ho is always filled with customers for good reason. The quality of their food and ample selection makes for a good spot, especially during a weekday afternoon lunch. Banh Xeo: I appreciated the display and aesthetic of the dish, although I wish that there was slightly more pork. The dish still tasted great, with its fresh vegetables as a side. Fried Chicken with Rice: This dish was simple and had a generous portion size for its price. I loved the tenderness of the chicken & how crispy it was. read more

Tay Ho - Banh Xeo (30 min) - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

It's been a few years since I've been back here. In town for work and no more group dinner. Wanted a quiet evening enjoying Vietnamese food. Not a fan of the parking lot but doable. Went in and he walked me to a table in anew section to the right side. The last time I was here, this section did not exist as it was a separate store. Looks like Tay Ho bought the store next door and the. Knocked down the wall and expanded their restaurant. The whole restaurant is pretty big now A nice selection of items. Food was good. Not great but doable and as there are not of Vietnamese restaurants in the area, this works well. Service was great. Food came out so timely without much wait. Enjoyed my quiet meal tonight. read more

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Decided to try something new in the area and can't believe I haven't been here before. Been on the hunt for some good banh canh with light broth and not the thick kind, and it was a delight!! I loved my soup, perfect portion size and flavorful. Not too salty, a bit on the sweeter side. Bun Bo hue was decent, broth is a little lighter than I preferred, not too oily, good flavor! We were so full from our noodles we struggled finishing the banh cuon. Fast service, loved the bell you could ring for quicker service, very nice and modern interior. Everything is very updated, plenty of space and light. read more

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I've introduced a few people to this restaurant and they've all enjoyed it! A great introductory to Vietnamese cuisine with something for everyone. I tried their vegetarian banh xeo, which was a unique take from the usual crepe shape that I'm used to. Tasty filling and crispy shell. I also tried their egg soda for the first time and it was delicious. If you like egg coffee or custard, then you'll enjoy this creamy drink. We also got their vegetarian vermicelli noodle bowl and that was also a hit. read more

Stopped in for quick lunch and was pretty happy to find a good Vietnamese spot in the area! Now I don't need to drive to east SJ every time I have a craving. Their nem cuon was super tasty! I have no notes but the pork was flavorful and the dipping sauce it came with was also delicious. Their bun bo hue wasn't bad either, the meat portion were generous but I kinda wish they gave more noodles. The noodles were bouncy and chewy, which were my fave part of the BBH! The soup could have had a bit more spice/flavor to it, but it's nothing a bit of fish sauce/jalapeno can't fix. A small detail I liked was the cabbage being very finely shredded -- that way the cabbage didn't take over the soup and softened up nicely. We also really enjoyed the pork chop rice plate too. Overall I'd definitely come back! Didn't get a chance to try the banh xeo but I'm getting it next time for sure. The service was alright, they took a while to come take our order but they have a little button to call if you need anything and that worked well for us. read more

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I haven't been impressed the past few times I've gone and feel like the flavors aren't as good anymore. The most recent time I went with my friend and she got the OJ and asked for no ice. They brought it out with ice and she asked for it to be removed and they came back with the cup half full. Feels ridiculous to pay $6.50 for a half full cup of OJ. read more

Tay Ho - $6.50 for a half cup of OJ - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Food was very good! Only downside was the hair we found in the Bánh Beo... I am willing to overlook that because they remade the dish (so they said lol). Service was fine at best. read more

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Clean place like other reviewers have said. Fresh sugar cane was a novelty. The spring and fried rolls were good. The noodles for pho and the bun were also good. Nice condiment offerings including the giant containers of fish sauce. Fast service. read more

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Came here for lunch because I was craving Vietnamese food and didn't want to bother my parents in making it for me lol Tay Ho stood out to me because they had banh uot and che. The inside is huge with two sections separated by an archway. Not sure if they do hot pot but their tables are definitely set up for it if they ever add it to the menu lol For a late lunchtime on a Saturday, it was really busy. Luckily we were seated right away. We ordered: P8 - Filet and brisket pho; the SO said the broth tasted a bit lighter and sweeter than he liked. He liked that there was a good portion of meat. B1 - Banh cuon dac biet; this was A LOT of food and satisfied my craving. The nuoc mam and chili paste (super spicy) were really tasty. Mango smoothie - SO liked that there were little mango chunks in this Durian dream che - This was sooo good. I am so sad that I dropped most of it on the ground though. Service is OK. We get our waters, but never got them refilled. After our meal, you pay at the counter. I am definitely going to come back to get another Durian Dream and to try their banh xeo! read more

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Another instance where I wish Yelp had a half star system in addition to the whole stars. Frankly, after coming back here off and on for many years, Tay Ho is a solid 3.5+ stars in my humble opinion. I can get slightly better and slightly cheaper Vietnamese food in South San Jose but it is not in Santa Clara, which is closer to where I usually am. My favorite dish is their Rice dish with BBQ pork. I almost always order this dish. I also hear their Bun Bo Hue is excellent and actually has blood, which is what someone intimately familiar with this noodle soup would expect. Service has been solid over the years, and it looks like they have actually expanded into the physical space that was adjacent to the right side of their original space. Parking is shared in this good sized strip mall location on El Camino, so this should not be a challenge regardless of when you choose to dine here. read more

I love variety and that's when come to Tay Ho. I almost always get the dac biet rice flour special with all the sides to go with the flour sheets. There are so many textures and each bite is never boring. Even though everything is soaked in fish the flavors come together. read more

Tay Ho - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Beyond Pho This places has decent pho, don't get me wrong but their other offerings are way better. Their food is fresh and service is fast. Prices are very reasonable Bahn Xeo - This was my fav. Crispy egg crepes loaded with shrimp and pork. Comes out hot with plenty of fresh veggies. Was technically an appetizer but felt like an entree Banh Cuon Tay Ho Dac Biet - Probs my second fav. So good. Rice noodle sheets with tons off toppings, including cold cuts, mung bean fritter, and sweet potato fritters. Very big portion, loved the variety Bun Tom Thit Nuoung - Tender pork and shrimp over vermicelli noodles Pho - Flavorful broth and tender meat. Not the biggest portion but more than enough for one person. I really liked their fresh noodles, but it does cost extra unfortunately Imperial Rolls - Standard egg rolls haha. I still enjoyed them however, came out crispy and hot read more

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I'd ordered takeout from here 4 times but stopped in for the first time with my mom. * Staff was quick to seat us & take our order. Food arrived within 15min or so of our order. * Restaurant: 2 spacious rooms, plenty of tables. 1 room's tables were equipped with hot plates and exhaust fans, as though the previous restaurant may have been a different concept. * Food: We tried the shrimp fried rice and Pho Chay, unfortunately the dishes were not memorable. The pho used to be more flavorful in the past and the fried rice was not tasty enough to finish. $56 for three dishes and a hot tea. I might try Tay Ho again for other dishes, but I would try other places for pho and fried rice in the future. read more

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Absolutely delicious Vietnamese spot! We ordered one of their specials (can't remember the name) but it's paired with spring roll paper, veggies, beef, and fish sauce). The egg rolls were also delicious and perfectly crispy! read more

Tay Ho - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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I was super excited to try this place based on reviews and the constant amount of people I would see going here. Unfortunately it wasn't anything special like I expected. The service was okay and the place used to be some sort of old hot pot place? The only thing I would say was great was that they do carry a very extensive menu and have a lot of vegetarian options. I will stick to my places on the East Side. The flavor of the food itself was a miss for me :( read more

Tay Ho - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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The restaurant was very spacious, and it seemed like they had expanded the floor plan - the other section felt more modern with the walls and floors. The service was great, and we really appreciated that they seated us even though we were still waiting for the rest of our party. I ordered the pork and egg roll vermicelli, and it was amazing. I asked for fewer noodles and more vegetables, though the noodle portion still felt a bit large. That said, the vegetables were fresh, the egg rolls were perfectly crunchy, and the lemongrass marinated pork was grilled just right. Everything was topped with fish sauce and it was absolutely delightful. read more

Lots of parking and seats. Pennyworth with mungbean was refreshing but their Vietnamese coffee had a very (vanilla?) aftertaste which I did not like. I did like that they had them in to go cups to make things easier. Water provided was lemon water. We wanted bun bo hue but it was sold out! At 11 AM... I got the bun rieu and my friend got the pho tai. Pho broth was definitely on the fatty and sweet side. It wasn't bad but not great. They gave a lot of soup. The meat wasn't what I'm used to. It was more of a pho tai chin to me (not rare, well done). The bun rieu was decent, it could have been a little more sour IMO but the pork blood was actually good even though I'm not a fan. I did enjoy it. Veggies for both dishes were fresh. Our drinks took a while to come out. We were halfway done eating when they arrived. Fast service so we were in and out within 45 min or so. read more

Tay Ho - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Came by for lunch the other day and it was surprisingly a tasty experience! Parking was plentiful in the private strip mall lot. Dining was available both indoors as well as on the covered sidewalk. Staff wore a uniform t-shirt along with disposable gloves. The restaurant had their A/C running which was perfect for a warm summer day. Ordering was done with the staff via their tablet. Started off with the combination pho and it was excellent. The noodles were the dried rice noodles and the broth was very flavorful. The meats were tender too! The webbed vermicelli platter was excellent, just like in Vietnam with the lotus wrapped grilled beef served with a side of vegetables and rice paper. The rice noodles were excellent too. They were super thin and light, served with a side of grilled pork and some vegetables. They have a FiveStars program where you earn points after spending on dining in. They also offer a 3.75% cash discount for paying cash. read more

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This place is great! We came on a Saturday and it was completely packed. The servers were running around trying their best to get everyone their requests. B1 combination flour sheet plate 5/5 Love all the different textures on this plate with my favorite being the shrimp rice roll and yam fritters Banh xeo 3.5/5 Very crispy with a distinct coconut taste. Note that it takes about 15 minutes to make. Feel like they could've given more lettuce! P1 Pho tai filet mignon 4.5/5 Decent pho with tender slices of filet mignon. Opt for the fresh noodles! T2 vermicelli bowl with egg rolls and bbq pork 4/5 I really like their egg rolls and this was a pretty big sized portion. It felt bigger than the pho actually in terms of portion size. read more

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Love this place. If you are craving for some Banh cuon, this is the spot. The minced pork one is my fav and the tempura and cake is bomb. Got to try their rice plate aka com tom, and it was amazing as well. The nem spring rolls were good. Not as good as Brodard in LA, but still good. Highly recommend this place. read more

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We usually head straight to Saigon Town whenever we're craving authentic Banh Cuon, but I recently discovered that Tay Ho serves it too, and it definitely didn't disappoint. Finding a spot that rivals our usual go-to was a great surprise. Everything we ordered was a hit. The Banh Tom Chien Khoai was so good, with a perfect crunch, and the Bun Rieu was equally impressive and full of flavor. On top of the food being good, the restaurant itself is very clean, and the staff are genuinely helpful and approachable. It's a solid, welcoming spot that's officially earned a place in our rotation. read more

Tay Ho - A5 - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Review #009 - 2025 I don't normally go out of my way to write a review if the restaurant doesn't deserve either a really good review or a really bad review. This location is just ok in comparison to the location in Sacramento. I ordered the B2. Banh cuon with ground pork and fried sweet potatoes. I gave the ham to my brother-in-law since I don't really care for them too much. The fried sweet potatoes were the best thing on this plate. The banh cuon was mostly flour. Hardly any ground pork or mushrooms in the filling. My daughter's beef ball pho was just ok. The broth was extremely sweet for Vietnamese pho. If she was willing to eat something else, I would avoid ordering pho at this place. Service was also just ok! Would I go out of my way to return? Most likely not! read more

Tay Ho - 11/29/2025: B2. Banh Cuon Nhan Thit - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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One of my favorite Bun Bo Hues I've had! South Bay never disappoints when it comes to vietnamese food! This was literally utmost comfort in a bowl, from the perfectly seasoned broth, copious amounts of meat, to chewy rice noodles, I saw no flaws. Cabbage, sprouts, jalapeño were all fresh. My boyfriend's pho was just as tasty. Let's just say our bowls were completely empty by the end of the meal. I definitely want to come back for their other dishes. The place has TONS of seating and is nicely decorated. The biggest negative is the lack of service, but everything screams authentic. Really just enjoyed the food a lot and want to be back already! read more

Tay Ho - N1. Bun Bo Hue ($15.50) - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

If you're looking for Vietnamese comfort food, everything from pho to vermicelli to rolls, Tay Ho is the place to go. It's a popular spot for people to socialize over bowls of pho and for families to share a plate of rolls. The restaurant was busy with people eating dinner. Chopsticks and silverware clinked against plates and bowls; the air was alive with chatter. After I was seated and was served a glass of water, I got the grilled pork broken rice plate (com tam). It wasn't too long before my food arrived. I loved the presentation. The rice was shaped into a tidy mound and garnished with green onion. A sprinkling of fried onion sat next to a slice of egg and meat cake. The vegetables and pork were arranged nicely, and a bowl of fish sauce completed the plate. On the side came a bowl of soup with green onion. The food was delicious! Fluffy rice and tender, juicy pork made me smile. I enjoyed the light bites of egg cake and the crispy crunch of the lettuce, carrots, onion, and cucumber. The fish sauce added a sweet, savory, tangy element to the dish. The bowl of soup on the side cleansed the tongue. I enjoyed this meal at Tay Ho. It was comforting, filling, and light. I'll be back for more. read more

Tay Ho - Grilled pork broken rice - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

One of my fave Vietnamese restaurants in the South Bay! I love the banh cuon, rice plates, and their smoothies. The staff is always extremely kind and makes sure we have everything we need. The service is also fast and we usually get seated right away. I like how there is a call button at every table for the server. There is also a lot of parking! read more

Tay Ho - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Was craving the rice flour rolls and a friend recommended this place. Loved the combo plate for my first visit so I could figure out what I'd want to get next time. The rice flour noodles were fresh and soft and I loved the mixture of different things to try. Gave it a 4/5. Hubs ordered the P12 which was the equivalent of a no 1 at other places hahahahah. The broth was rich and deep. The meats were soft. My only complaint was the noodles didn't have that nice chewy bounce to it. He says we could have paid $1.50 extra for "fresh" noodles but that seems like a rip. You should just serve it with fresh noodles! The service was fairly attentive given it was a busy lunch crowed . Boy was it noisy when we walked in but after 1pm the place died down and we didn't have to yell to hear each other talk. Love the music tho! Would come back to get noodles and maybe we'll splurge and spend the $1.50 to see if it makes a difference! read more

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Solid pho and spring rolls. Lots of seating and did not have to wait. I wish they had the option to order a larger bowl of pho though.

first time here. place is quite big and spacious. staffs are ok. love their menu: lots of varieties and some of them are hard to find at other vietnamese restaurants. for foods: * mì ( khô / nước ): a recommended dish but i just hope the soup is a bit hotter instead of room temperature * bún bò huế: the noodles is not well cooked. asking to heat it a bit more and become a bit softer than before but still a bit hard. may be it is just the texture??? broth is just mediocre ~ expect to have wow or tastier in the broth or soup * chả giò: love this appetizer and absolutely recommended prices are average and will come back again to try other dishes... read more

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For a light lunch, we came here for their banh xeo and Tay Ho did not disappoint! The banh xeo is freshly made, with just the right amount of mung beans, pork, and shrimp on it. The dish was light, with a fresh array of greens as accompaniment. It hit the spot! I was delighted to find that they also have sugar cane juice, which I could never resist; it's refreshing, and perfect for a warm day. The vibe here is casual. Service, similarly casual and friendly. read more

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Service was prompt. Food was delivered quickly. The place was busy and tables turned quickly. read more

Tay Ho - Pork chop rice plate - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Great food, fast service (other than this one time we had to walk out after seated but waited for a long time) But nonethless - solid place - there are a few vietnamese and Pho places in near by - taste-wise, this is one of the best in Santa Clara read more

I went to a maker's market nearby, and my husband saw this place. We were too hungry to go to our usual Vietnamese place, so we gave this place a try. We're so glad that we came here! I tried the chicken pho, and my husband got the banh xeo. The chicken pho was excellent - like the best chicken noodle soup you've ever had but with delicious Vietnamese spices. The banh xeo was soooo crispy, and it was seasoned very well too! I also got the pho and the bo kho to go, which were both good as well. They're not quite as good as Pho San Jose, but they were pretty good. Perhaps I have to try the pho and bo kho in the restaurant to really see how good they are. If you're craving chicken pho (pho ga) or deliciously crispy banh xeo thought, Tay Ho is a great choice! read more

Was craving Viet food and was in SJ so I had to do it. The bun bo hue here was sooo good. I do have a low spice tolerance but I could definitely eat this and it helped clear my sinuses out a bit, in the best way possible. So flavorful and the service was excellent. Coffee was also good, only wish it was a bit stronger. Would recommend! read more

Tay Ho - N1. Bun Bo Hue - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This is one of my favorite Vietnamese spots and I'm very fortunate to live within walking distance. Service is always fast and the food comes out fresh. I've had their pho and it's excellent, but I think the star of their menu is their grilled pork. It's so tender and flavorful and it pairs perfectly with rice, or even better, in a vermicelli bowl with their egg rolls. The combination of the savory pork, fresh veggies, and their home made fish sauce with chili pasta is unmatched. This is the best Vietnamese food you'll find in the area outside of east San Jose. read more

Dropping my rating from 5 stars to 3. The biggest change has been the pricing, which has increased significantly since my first review, easily 30% higher. At this point, the menu is priced more like a sit-down restaurant where you'd expect a higher level of service to match. That said, everything else remains pretty much the same. The food is consistent, but it's comparable to many Vietnamese spots on the east side of San Jose, where prices are noticeably lower and service is similarly minimal. With the current pricing, it really makes you pause and ask whether the food justifies the cost. For me, that's starting to feel less clear. read more

We decided to stop by here to get some take out. They do have an extensive menu. We ordered the BBQ Pork Chops, Shredded Pork, and Pork Cake over broken rice, BBQ Pork with Shrimp Vermicelli Bowl, and BBQ Pork, Shredded Pork, and Pork Cake over broken rice. The food was ready in about 15 minutes, which was pretty quick considering the restaurant about half full. We appreciate them wrapping the shredded pork and vegis separately versus to just throwing them in a box. The BBQ meats were kinda of salty and on a dry side. The vegetables were fresh, and the Pork Cake was tasty. After our meal, we were pretty thirsty for rest of the night. read more

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After dealing with her tax appointment, I asked my dear hubby. Where does he want to go eat? We were in Santa Clara, which has a huge array of shops where you can eat. My hubby said that he wanted to have some Vietnamese food and I told him that we're gonna go somewhere we haven't gone before. I checked on my phone, clicked on Yelp and typed it in. Tay ho was the nearest one with 1000 reviews so I figured that it's a good place to go. We went in at around 4 PM and there were just like two or three customers in there. We were immediately given a table and provided with menus. Hubby chose Pho and I got the Banh Xeo which I have been craving for the longest time. Honestly, it took a while for it to come out, and hubby was starting to be antsy about it. When it came, hubby started putting his hoisin sauce and Sriracha on his bowl while I tried to maneuver my own dish the crêpe was huge and crunchy. There was a side plate of vegetables and my only concern is that the four pieces of lettuce was utterly small to wrap my crêpe in. They did not l give me a small bowl sauce that typically comes with it so I asked only to find out that the small pitcher on our table was the actual sauce for the crêpe. I devoured my food, enjoyed eating it although I think the sauce needs a bit tweaking because it's starting to taste bland . Hubby on the other hand. enjoyed his pho and finish this bowl. The place was big. The restrooms are clean. It looks cozy. Maybe if we have the time or opportunity, we will come back to try other stuff. read more

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My friends and I came in on a Saturday night and it was packed! The four of us were immediately sat. The vibe is casual, lots of families but also friends dining - pretty loud in the restaurant. For the 4 of us we ordered the following: - banh beo - good! Glad it came with the shredded pork - banh cuon - the one with multiple kinds - this was also solid - banh hoi - the nem was so juicy! Drinks: - sugarcane was good for restaurant quality - durian smoothie - MUST GET IF YOU LOVE DURIAN LIKE I DO!! Overall, pleasant experience! It wasn't the best Vietnamese spot I've been to but overall good for the variety that they offer and it definitely hit the spot for our Viet food cravings read more

Delicious banh cuon plate! Plenty of other options such as pho, bun, and com. Service is courteous and polite. All of the staff is welcoming and quick to help. The back of the restaurant seems cluttered, The dining area is neat and spacious. read more

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Highly recommend & authentic; I don't know whats more impressive the quality of food or service. Spacious ambiance & perfectly la dente egg & fresh smooth rice noodles. read more

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