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    Thanh Ky Restaurant

    3.9 (448 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Soup, Vietnamese
    Open 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Kaelin N.

    I used to come here a lot as a child, but then we moved.... And now, I am back to coming here a lot. Delicious. So delicious. And the fried shrimp rolls? Amazing.... While the area itself isn't great, the food is phenomenal. Service is always quick. One of my favorite places! FYI it's cash only.

    House Special Noddle
    Living S.

    Popular noodle place in Oakland. The noodle is ok but not the best. I guess they are popular they do not pay much attention to their service.

    House special number 9 with broth on the side. Mix noodles. Extra crispy pork on side.
    Hansel F.

    This is the place for noodles and soup! I got the house special with the broth on the side , and the waitress recommended trying both noodles. Great decision. Asking for crispy pork on the side is a pro move as well! You can add extra spices as well, the house chili is a must try. I enjoyed the broth at my own pace and the noodles dry was a nice touch. Every bite was loaded and this meal hit the spot. The locals love it and I do as well. I will be back!

    Wonton soup with duck.
    Mario W.

    I know a lot of people love this place, but I think it's a little bit overrated. I got a wonton soup with duck and the broth was very bland and lacked flavor. Service was a little rude as well but I wouldn't really expect anything more. Hahaha. The place was packed And there was a little bit of a line. I'm willing to come back and try some more stuff on the menu, but based on what I had this place is pretty low on the totem pole of soup choices for me.

    Darin T.

    if you like new tung kee of the south bay, you'll love thanh ky. no frills, just a solid bowl of comfort soup. I order mine with egg noodles, shrimp, ground pork, bean sprouts, and extra pork skin. it always hits. only downside is the location can be a little sketch with the homeless loitering around but its manageable. service is quick.

    Sherri W.

    This restaurant has been around for 30 yrs.(1994-95) & has been a long time favorite of my brothers. Service is fast, so don't be put off by crowds. Orders: #9 House Special Ho Fun noodle $13 a pho loaded with various meatballs & the broth is flavorful. My brother's go to pho. #13 Beef Satay Ho Fun $14 a nutty spicy pho noodle that had tender slices of beef & great flavor. Sometimes the ratio of satay to broth can be tricky, but Thanh Ky has created a nice balance. A reasonable bowl of pho that satisfies.

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    Lisa K.

    Have not been here for several decades. Had an errand to do around the neighborhood and decided to lunch here. Sure brought back memories of younger days as i walked in, the same folks that used to take my order is still here but aged. Same layout same tables and chairs? Exact same staff as it seems- wow such nostalgia. I ordered my usual, egg gravy with shrimp over ho fun. Food came out quickly and it was so good. Just like how it used to be if I remembered correctly.. haha Its been a while but good flavor is good flavor, i thoroughly enjoyed my dish, licked my plate clean :) Great to be back here after so many years, good food great memories. Love it! Thanks!

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    Starving D.

    We visited Thanh Ky Cafe for an early brunch to beat the lunch rush. Since it's similar to another spot we frequent, we were confident the noodles would be good--and they did not disappoint! We ordered the #9 "House Special Ho Fun," which includes pork kidneys. The standout surprise was the addition of fried pork skin, adding a delicious crunch and depth of flavor to the dish. If you're in the area, it's worth stopping by. Just be aware that the surrounding neighborhood can feel a little sketchy--after all, it is Oakland--so take a few extra precautions. Overall, tasty food and a satisfying experience!

    #47 House Special Crispy Noodles $15
    Jeff H.

    O boy, Oakland. It has gotten really bad since the late 90's when I took a few classes at Laney College. Thanh Ky is known for hu tieu, chieu chau dry noodles. I opted to go for their #47 House Special Crispy Noodles $15 instead. This was delicious. So good. I asked them to make it a bit drier with less sauce. My personal preference is a more crispy noodles. Too much gravy will ruin this dish. Service was excellent. They speak Cantonese as well as other languages. The kitchen was fast. I was in and out in 30 minutes. This was a great meal. Thank you everyone at Thanh Ky.

    #1 dry and mixed noodles
    Billy L.

    I've been to Vien Huong and this place is way better. I don't get the hype about Vien Huong. Thanh Ky wins in flavor and price. My go to order is #1 with soup on the side. I get half egg noodles and half ho-fun. The bowl comes with shredded chicken, ground pork, shrimp, beef ball, pork ball, and fish cake. I get it without fish cake though. I also always order extra fried pork skin. The fried pork skin takes the meal to another level. Another thing I like about this place is they use my favorite sriracha. My favorite sriracha is a Thai brand that has a slight tangy sour flavor, which is different from the Huy Fong sriracha.

    Chicken over rice

    I can't believe it they always using the fried chicken from the days before (left over) and refried it to serve customers I have been eaten here over fifteen years I can tell how fresh it tasted and look like will never come back again

    Chiew Chow Ho fun/egg noodles soup

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    New Owner always charged extra, be aware look at your bills before pay. I complain 2 times and She returned money. Not honesty business.

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    Great food. Soups and sautéed. Good size portions and friendly people who provide excellent service!

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    Delicious and authentic Vietnamese dry noodle dish! Highly highly recommend this place!

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    That noodle soup is something I keep coming back for every time I'm in Oakland extra chicaronnes too good

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    Moo Bong Ri Korean Restaurant

    Moo Bong Ri Korean Restaurant

    4.5
    (1.5k reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    Absolute best/favorite for Korean short ribs. This is my partner & I's current favorite Korean…read morerestaurant and we always order the spicy braised short ribs. Very big serving size with all the best mixes of toppings on top of the delicious short ribs. The sauce is so good and makes the dish 15/10. Service is ok but that's biased because we order the biggest/longest to cook dish but it's still pretty good. Restaurant ambiance is just ok in my opinion, not too many distracting decorations and tables & booths feel nice. We've also tried the spicy rice noodles which were just a 6/10 for me. The kimchi fried rice was also good but not our favorite -- solid 6/10 as well. We literally just come here for the short ribs. So if you're ever in the mood for Korean food and feeling a little 'rich', this place is a must try.

    Alright, I see all the great reviews, so I'm willing to give this spot another shot and order the…read more"right" things next time. But until then, my rating is based on exactly what we ordered. I was violently craving seolleongtang and did some research to find a spot in Oakland. The menu is pretty big with a lot of enticing options--I love bossam and blood sausage--but because I had tunnel vision, I stuck with the soup. The broth itself was good, and they had salt and pepper on the table so you could season it to your liking. Unfortunately, the noodles were way too soft and almost mushy, and the meat was extremely tough and hard to chew. I couldn't finish it. If seolleongtang is one of your favorite dishes, I'd probably skip it here. My husband got the kimchi fried rice, which was huge and great for sharing between 2-4 people. Based on the portion size, I do think it could use an extra egg, more Spam and some nori on top. It leaned more oily and buttery than other versions I've had, but it was still good--just nothing too special. The vibe and service were solid, so I'd come back to try other dishes and update my rating accordingly.

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    Medium Pork Back Bone Casserole + Sujebi ($52.98) - pork rib w/ cabbage, potato, sesame leaf in soybean pork broth. Broth is delicious.
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    Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen

    Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen

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    While looking for something on the way, I found this place thanks to Yelp. There is a dedicated…read moreparking lot which was a bonus. There are tables inside and outside for dining. The beef pho was ok. The broth was on the sweet side. The sticky rice (zoi man) was fantastic though. It came with quail egg, pate, Vietnamese ham, sweet sausage, scallion oil, fried shallot, and house sauce with a choice of chicken or pork. I went with the pork which was nicely chargrilled. The entree didn't look too big, but it was quite filling. Service was quick. Overall, I'm glad I found this place!

    Was in the mood for pho and decided we'd try someplace I haven't been before. I've had enough pho…read morealong the west coast to know what great pho should taste like and I haven't had the best luck in the Bay. So, the verdict? Extremely impressed. This is already on my top five list in a single visit. Went for the basics: beef pho, and salad roll with tofu. I was initially put off by the short menu and few options to add toppings (I didn't see any tendon or tripe for example), and worried it would be too bland or too sweet--but it was not. The broth was deeply flavorful and more savory. Meats were generous and meatballs were exceptional, maybe the best I've had. The basil and sprouts were garden fresh, and unusually, the rice noodles were exceptional, not at all soft or pressed together. I could genuinely taste the love here. It extended to the salad rolls which were generously portioned and used lightly fried tofu which I prefer. One additional note about the broth. It's a richer style than I normally like so I couldn't drink it to the last drop, but I can't fault its great flavor. The service was above average, with a spirited vibe. Loved everything, will be back to try more on the menu.

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