What to order at Tay Ho Restaurant and Bar

Must order
Bun cha Hanoi for thirteen dollars at lunch.
Editor tip
Lunch specials run 11 to 3 weekdays; the dinner menu doubles on price.
CuisineVietnamese
Price$
Neighborhoodchinatown
HoursTue-Sun 11:00-21:00
Last verified

Must order: Bun cha Hanoi for thirteen dollars at lunch.

Tip: Lunch specials run 11 to 3 weekdays; the dinner menu doubles on price.

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Address: 344 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94607

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