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Binh Minh Quan in Oakland

4.4 (147) 338 12th St, Oakland, CA 94607, United States

Categories

Vietnamese restaurant
Asian restaurant
Southeast Asian restaurant
Vegetarian restaurant

Location on the map

Oakland, Alameda County, California, US

Phone: +1 510-893-8136

Opening hours

Monday:11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday:11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday:Closed
Thursday:11 AM–9 PM
Friday:11 AM–9 PM
Saturday:11 AM–9 PM
Sunday:11 AM–9 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.4

147 Reviews for Binh Minh Quan 2024:

Review №1

2023-02-27 20:00:03

Came here for pho on a rainy day and it was great! Staff is mad friendly and service was number one. I came in about 20 minutes after they opened so I could skip the lunch wait. They filled up pretty quick even though it was pouring.Portions are more than enough there was plenty rare steak and noodles and the broth here is among my favorites. The spring rolls and vermicelli is real good too.They have a fountain in the front that sets the mood perfectly making the whole spot really coY.

Review №2

2023-08-02 04:11:20

Walked in and ordered the fresh spring rolls and vermicelli with chicken and tofu to go. The order was ready in < 10 minutes, the woman who took my order was very friendly, and the food was delicious. Definitely recommend!

Review №3

2023-09-14 01:07:15

Been coming here with my parents and now sharing it with my daughters. Food never disappoints and the service is always great. Can’t just recommend one dish cuz they have something for everyone dietary needs vegetarian seafood and all the other meats.

Review №4

2023-03-17 21:38:07

Quick service for lunch, restaurant is clean, food is yum :) Lunch combo comes with soup (dine-in only) for $14. Inflation :(Pictured is eggplant tofu combo with side of broth.

Review №5

2023-07-12 10:24:12

Great service. I have been here twice with my big fat Cambodian family. We always order a lot and order our catfish ahead of time before we get to the restaurant. Staff is nice and food is amazing.

Review №6

2023-08-21 21:29:27

We just did a stop at Oakland before our flight.We choose that restaurant and really enjoyed it !There is a menu with choice, and really good meals!I recommand it !

Review №7

2023-08-13 00:19:14

Everything is good! My partner is Vietnamese and we come here about once a week. Low key addicted 🙈

Review №8

2021-12-20 03:44:54

What I had and what I saw being served was delicious and comforting. I’d recommend this place to my friends in Oakland and for any visitors!

Review №9

2017-10-28 22:39:20

Very good food, good taste, fast service/good customer service. Needs cleanliness on walls and bathroom. Easy pick up and easy parking after 6pm.

Review №10

2022-10-07 00:22:01

Binh Minh Quan is an above average Vietnamese restaurant that is very clean with modern decor. One can tell it didnt want to be another ghetto pho spot with cheap decor. A lot of thought went into the restaurant when they took over from the previous restaurant which was also Vietnamese.Pho and Bun are great as well as the Vietnamese crepe. They also have different restaurant fare than other Vietnamese restaurants like curry dishes and fish.Unlike many Pho places in Oakland, this restaurant takes care in each of its orders and doesnt seemed rushed like the other Vietnamese restaurants in Oakland.Friendly staff. A quirky upstairs restroom - I doubt this is accessible for people with disabilities - and fun fact the upstairs before it became a restroom used to be a weird sort of stage back when the spot was I believe a bar years ago!Highly recommended if you want to go to a classy Vietnamese restaurant and avoid the down, dirty and grimey spots!

Review №11

2021-12-07 06:47:09

I’ve never had a more authentic Vietnamese food in America. I highly recommend their fine vermicelli dish (the one that you make your own spring rolls). Their pho is good too. Most of all, their service is always friendly and prompt.

Review №12

2020-10-06 04:48:08

The seafood pho and the pork chops were so so so good and even though my family is korean we love this place and are definitely coming again

Review №13

2022-04-18 20:04:15

Cozy little spot offering delicious soup. Vegetarian options available. Customers can also order the vermicelli rolls, and have the opportunity to try rolling for themselves. You may not do it as well as the cooks, but still a fun experience! The fried banana and ice cream is an excellent dessert.

Review №14

2022-06-28 19:36:21

Superb quality vietnamese food. The table-side chili is fresh and spicy. My vermicelli noodles came out amazing, and the pork was perfectly tender. It is now a staple for me in this area

Review №15

2019-07-02 05:21:00

Ive had a few meals here. Mostly good. They are not your typical Vietnamese meals. I think l they are simplified to suit the American taste. There are less choices here compared to a more authentic Vietnamese restaurant. Sometimes the quantity and quality of you food could vary pending on the day your visit is. Service falls on the average side but not bad. The environment can be noisy. This stems from the fact that they have a high ceiling. And whenever there is a big crowd the sound bounces back all over the place so you fell the place is really noisy.

Review №16

2022-09-15 23:57:22

Best if ordering in than out, because you get unlimited siracha sauce. When taking out they mix your siracha sauce in with hosin sauce. Not a fan, but broth was decent nothing extraordinary.

Review №17

2023-01-22 20:20:55

Delicious, fast and polite service, incredible find in a neighborhood full of tasty venues.I had the Bo La Lot which was perfect, just like how Mummy makes it 😀

Review №18

2017-09-16 05:25:09

Great Vietnamese place that serve less known Vietnamese food. I always enjoy going here.

Review №19

2020-04-10 20:47:18

Was taking some friends to try a Vietnamese restaurant right next door to this place but it was slammed so decided to look elsewhere. Surprise surprise right next door was this previously unknown Vietnamese place that turned out to be amazing! Every dish we sampled was beautifully presented & absolutely delicious. The desserts were also really really good. I would highly recommend giving it a try. I will definitely be going back!

Review №20

2022-03-15 19:39:43

Ate here a couple times now, and its going to be a standard whenever we visit the area. Nice friendly atmosphere, and the food is outstanding. Every item weve tried has been flavorful and an enjoyable.

Review №21

2018-01-19 00:33:41

The 7 course beef here is pretty good. Order this starving though. Theres more food than you would think and its good for 2. Service is pretty speedy for the most part. Their ingredients seem fresh. So no complaints there. The hot pot is good for a rainy day. The vermicelli bowl is good as well as their bun rieu. There are more great dishes, but I cant remember at this time. Needless to say, this is the place to be if you are in Chinatown.

Review №22

2020-03-07 04:11:32

Great food, they even make their own most excellent Chile paste

Review №23

2021-05-30 21:56:53

Not very good. I had the bun with bbq pork and imperial rolls. The imperial rolls were soft and weird tasting to the point of not wanting to eat them, the bbq pork was ok, the marinade was good but they could have done a better job trimming the gristle off first, and the pickled daikon and carrots were bland and watery. My friends meal wasnt very good either. The place on the corner looked better from what I saw on peoples plates outside.

Review №24

2020-05-13 17:27:06

First time here and was pleasantly surprised on the roasted catfish. The skin was crispy and light w/the meat soft and juicy. They give you 2 sauces to drizzle over the fish as you make a wrap out of it w/tons of basil, mint, cilantro & lettuce. I just ate the fish straight and enjoyed my first roasted catfish. Cant wait to go again.

Review №25

2018-05-08 21:17:49

Located on the edge of downtown and Chinatown, this is a fairly sized restaurant. The menu is quite large and theres a small lunch menu. The service was fairly below average, although the food came out okay, there wasnt a check-up or anything. Pricing is alright.I got the #30, broken rice dish, which comes with rice, a little salad, and 2 items of your choice. I chose the tofu and vegetarian imperial rolls. Overall, this dish is just okay, I wanted to try something I havent before. The dish is very plain in nature, you get a side of the fish sauce so you have to figure something out for flavor.

Review №26

2015-07-17 02:14:11

Great quality authentic Vietnamese food. Delicious wholesome flavor in everything from the rice to the meat and veggies. They cook everything really well the just the right spice. BEWARE THE CHILI SAUCE!! Its so good but so hot. Just a tad will do. Going at lunch is a great idea, really affordable lunch prices peaking at about $9.

Review №27

2018-09-25 21:56:39

I would give this place four stars if not for the lack of service.The pho is excellent, though not my favorite in Oakland. The location is good and the prices are great. Nice clean restaurant.... But good luck getting any attention from the staff. The most recent time I came, they brought out my appetizer and drink, but forgot my soup! I had to ask them what happened and they rushed to make it after I had already been sitting there 20mins without even an apology.

Review №28

2016-12-17 00:26:59

Great authentic Vietnamese. Their catfish hot and sour soup is what keeps on bringing be back - plenty of other delicious options on the menu though, including a 7 course beef extravaganza for all you meat lovers. I highly recommend this place.

Review №29

2021-06-19 03:08:32

Delicious and affordable! Try the combination clay pot 🙂

Review №30

2022-12-13 00:28:43

Food was amazing. Location was convenient. Service was a bit slow overall would return to test the remainder of the menu

Review №31

2022-07-10 05:37:11

One of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants in Oakland. Whether I dine in, or take out, I know I’m getting good food. Their pho and Thai iced tea are 👌🏼

Review №32

2021-03-14 05:30:58

So date night tonight my date said she wanted to go to BMQ, I love vietnamese food and off we went. I wasnt expecting a lot and when we arrived at 6:30 there was only one other table eating, they had some 80s background music playing as we ordered. And, another couple arrived and another and a group of four and before I knew it songs would come in and people were singing to them and then a different song and a different table was singing along.. so the atmosphere was great. Then the food came and winner we had ordered way too many dishes #14, 57, 60, 80, a combo vermicelli... More people arrived as others left, they joined in the singing. The food was great people were friendly and it was the first time I have eaten out indoors in a year..

Review №33

2023-07-15 02:40:31

It’s sooooooo gooooooood

Review №34

2016-10-11 00:44:35

When they first opened I was so excited because it was like getting meals at my friends mother house; super fresh greens and dishes you dont see at the other Vietnamese restaurants in the area. Theyve update the decorations and a bit of the menu, still lots of delicious dishes.

Review №35

2021-09-22 03:33:06

This is my go-to place for pho (and I love pho). The service is perfect and the menu is what one desires when seeking authentic southern Vietnamese food - simplicity and wholesomeness. They are very accommodating and respect all requests. Please visit this place; its truly a hidden gem.

Review №36

2020-03-08 23:30:21

Haven’t had a better Vietnamese food experience anywhere else in the world - so Binh Minh Quan is my #1. I love their roll-your-own spring rolls, I love their shaking beef, and I love the whole, baked fish. I’ve had 20 person birthday party here that came out to only $20 a person. I don’t think there’s a better deal out there in the universe for good location, great service, and excellent food. A trillion stars !!!

Review №37

2019-09-23 04:02:36

Super legit Vietnamese spot with some great house special dishes. I love that they have Việt dishes that aren’t just catered to American palettes. I came here for 7 courses of beef (bo bay mon) and it was great. Love the ambience and service too. It has good vibes. We’ll be back here!

Review №38

2022-11-11 21:27:31

The canh chua could be slightly sweeter but was excellent. The lemon grass tofu was divine. What an exceptional find.

Review №39

2019-10-11 14:11:46

I’ve come here over many years, and it’s my favorite Vietnamese restaurant in the Bay Area (speaking as an Oakland native), and one of my top-favorite restaurants period. A home-like feel, very local, delicious food, healthy ingredients, friendly and regular staff. This place is a gem.

Review №40

2016-01-23 06:54:57

I ordered a pho tai and it was pretty good! This is a more upscale Vietnamese place in contrast to the streets of Oakland but the interior was nice and clean. The service was fast and my bowl of soup came out quickly with the extra add-ons of bean sprouts and lime. The soup was solid and I was pretty satisfied. Id come back to try the hot pots!

Review №41

2013-10-26 20:09:19

A great place for family gatherings and simply the best restaurant in Oakland. Their specialties deserves their titles and each dishes has a unique/ familiar taste to your tongue. You wont regret eating here! :)

Review №42

2017-12-01 02:54:05

The Hot and Sour soup was good. I dont like fish skin so I peeled it off. The soup can be a go to when your feeling a little under the weather. The portion size was reasonable as well.

Review №43

2016-12-06 22:52:08

I had high expectations of a place in Oakland and they did not disappoint, its a cute little layout, friendly, well spoken English and the food, let me tell you, the food is amazing. Standard fare of: cha gio, pho, vermicelli and soy sauce marinated deep fried chicken. Very authentic with a slight western flavor. Very friendly to western palates and good selection of beer and wine

Review №44

2021-03-20 02:26:49

Nice cozy atmosphere with fast service. All of the food was great. We had the BMQ taste appetizer sampler, the vegetarian moon crepe and an egg noodle bowl.

Review №45

2022-09-14 04:09:26

So good I didnt even think about a photo, vegetarian egg rolls, salad rolls, vermicelli, crab fried rice, fried shrimp cake thingies and a tofu hot pot all on point

Review №46

2018-05-10 20:22:41

I love this restaurant. so grateful to have a good vietnamese option near my home!com tam (broken rice plate) - 10/10- it’s soooo rare to find com tam in east bay or oakland you basically just have to go to san jose. the broken rice makes such a huge difference in rice plates- standard, delicious. some of the sides i’ve had with it: fried egg, pork chop, chicken, egg roll, shrimp cake- comes with pickled vegetables and a side of broth. the broth is really good and comforting

Review №47

2017-03-09 20:03:02

Fresh dishes, calming atmosphere, and friendly service are a big plus. The spring rolls are fresh and crisp. Eggplant is cooked just right. Avocado smoothies are top notch.

Review №48

2021-02-19 21:45:11

First time here at this place, small but clean and neat. Food is really good, rice plate and combination noodle soup is so tasty, friendly people too.

Review №49

2018-07-07 21:37:43

Food was pretty good, but waiters were very rude. Rushed me to order, hardly talked to me and even avoided eye contact. I cant see what I might have done to bring this on myself.There was a hair in my food, but the service was already bad, so I figured Id ignore it and just not come back.

Review №50

2021-06-20 21:21:38

Food was absolutely amazing. Got the clay pot and added fish sauce with sriracha, absolute heaven. Give this place a try you won’t regret it

Review №51

2019-05-05 22:20:44

If youre looking for pho soup...this isnt the place to goe.The phosoup was very blan and mediocre. Its very standard pho soup.They also dont have any additions such as tendon or tripe to add. Le pho is better on Broadway. Havent tried the other items on the menu. But pho is my choice of veitnamese.

Review №52

2022-11-01 14:59:06

Called in a to-go order and it was ready really fast. Food was amazing, excited to dine in sometime.

Review №53

2023-06-17 17:42:10

The food was good and the service friendly.

Review №54

2022-11-11 07:17:04

Food was ok. Spring roll peanut sauce was too salty. Also got overcharged on a to-go order,

Review №55

2021-04-27 19:58:44

Sooo good & fresh ❤️! Not expensive

Review №56

2017-06-23 21:22:59

Pretty good Viet food, a lil more pricey than the average Viet place. Fav here has the grilled beef banh hoi (vermicelli)! Wish they have more noodles, noodles are so cheap, please give more on the dish :/

Review №57

2013-09-18 19:45:23

The pho is good, but the highlight of my meals here has been the vermicelli soup. a different take on pho, as its a tomato base with a seafood / shrimp flavor, but the difference is what i like about it. try it!

Review №58

2021-02-22 22:47:38

Friendly service. Portion sizes are good. However there was more carbs and less of the meat in my order.

Review №59

2018-01-02 00:13:40

I really like and usually only order their Banh Hoi Bo La Lot: Aromatic beef rolled in beetlenut leaves that you wrap inside rice paper, along with fine noodles, lettuce, cucumber, pickled carrots and mint. You can dip it in the sweet fish sauce, or fermented shrimp paste sauce (blended with pineapple, lemongrass, and garlic). I usually go for the latter sauce even if its bit pungent.

Review №60

2013-12-02 22:45:49

A great pho place that we cant seem to get enough of. The service is not the greatest, but the pho keeps us coming back. The broth is savory and the fresh veggies are always great. The price is also reasonable.

Review №61

2022-04-15 21:22:25

The food was excellent. Service was great.Great value. Great tastes. I regret not taking pictures.

Review №62

2015-04-10 02:30:38

Holy cow the fish in coconut is amazing! I am seriously sad I do not live here to make this a regular joint. So delicious, flavorful, spicy-but-not-crazy...

Review №63

2019-09-21 21:38:14

Nice, wide variety of Vietnamese food outside of the typical pho and spring rolls fare. Service is always fast and friendly!

Review №64

2018-04-10 13:13:21

Great food and service at very reasonable prices. Varied menu leans toward homestyle fare but also offers more complex dishes, along with vegetarian and seafood options.

Review №65

2022-08-21 20:39:00

Got the pho - broth was lacking in flavor, too much white pepper, and noods were mushy. Disappointing.

Review №66

2019-09-04 05:03:42

Most incredible Vietnamese food Ive had in a long time!! Excellent service and wonderful presentation, would come here many more times!!

Review №67

2016-12-26 16:10:22

I do enjoy coming here, but it is frequently busy and very tough to find seats. Love their biscuits and bringing their grilled back home though!

Review №68

2020-01-07 04:21:32

Great price. Big plates.

Review №69

2018-09-02 01:57:06

Warm environment, speedy service, pretty presentation, restaurant can get loud at times. Come for the soup and specials - avoid the fried rice.

Review №70

2019-07-17 00:45:53

Delicious veggie pho!!

Review №71

2021-07-16 15:36:12

Good food and great service. Food came out pretty quick and had a good time with my family!

Review №72

2021-05-17 20:05:28

Loved this place. Family run. Always could count on a good stable meal..

Review №73

2020-07-12 06:39:07

Yummy as seen in the picture. Come for salad. The egg roll over rice noodle spoils me. I leave with my wallet in-tact.

Review №74

2015-08-11 02:25:51

Nice atmosphere. Delicious food and healthy amounts of yummy vegetables. My favorite Vietnamese place.

Review №75

2017-06-05 04:17:41

Cool spot, cozy, food is decent but Ive had much better. Safe item would be Pho..

Review №76

2016-07-20 17:07:07

The real deal in Vietnamese food with a nice atmosphere. Good value too!

Review №77

2023-11-21 21:52:20

Absolutely delicious

Review №78

2016-09-22 15:08:18

Delicious, went on a whim when I was visiting Oakland. Loved the catfish, great atmosphere.

Review №79

2017-06-20 04:09:54

I always have great meal here. : ) food and service both are good.

Review №80

2018-03-16 03:06:26

Great authentic Vietnamese food with friendly staff. I love this place

Review №81

2021-11-24 03:26:41

Delicious crab fried rice. Tasty but not too salty.

Review №82

2020-01-21 11:12:58

Really great Pho and the noodles were very good too.

Review №83

2017-11-19 02:38:30

Family style entrées. Flavorful and unique food. Would visit again!

Review №84

2022-05-13 13:30:42

Really good Pho. It helped clear my cold

Review №85

2015-11-15 06:46:44

My go to Vietnamese spot. Good food, good ambiance, good prices: what more can you want?

Review №86

2018-06-02 01:38:25

Good spot, extensive menu.

Review №87

2021-09-30 22:41:00

Milder in taste than expected

Review №88

2013-09-20 20:43:56

Good clean food. Love their combination soup w/out the egg

Review №89

2016-07-31 01:37:46

Very good quality food for the price. friendly staff. quiet.

Review №90

2019-06-04 05:06:29

Very tasty food, in a casual atmosphere, and reasonable prices.

Review №91

2020-10-11 17:07:27

The food was good, but they were not wearing masks.

Review №92

2022-11-06 03:41:44

Enjoyed the special vermicelli salad and the waffle.

Review №93

2020-03-10 02:11:43

Mmm well you have to know what to order, but the owner is a nice man super easy and kind

Review №94

2017-01-15 22:42:12

Decent Vietnamese food. Good Vietnamese bar food. Good for a beer with friends.

Review №95

2022-08-19 05:04:44

Some of the best service I have had in a while.

Review №96

2021-05-23 18:43:11

The Vermicelli is amazing. This is my third time going back for more

Review №97

2015-08-20 16:40:30

Definitely try their appetizer! Their beef was good as well.

Review №98

2022-12-12 02:04:14

Very good and affordable food.

Review №99

2018-04-11 20:25:13

Decent Vietnamese food, better air ventilation system would be nice.

Review №100

2022-09-01 04:46:48

A little squeaky clean vietnamese restaurant in Oakland.

Review №101

2017-03-23 21:25:26

Great food, decent prices, good service.

Review №102

2018-01-21 23:34:28

Very consistently excellent food and service in simple setting.

Review №103

2019-04-10 13:00:26

It was great. Super easy. Big space for large parties

Review №104

2023-06-03 04:31:35

Yummy 😋

Review №105

2019-10-02 20:15:01

Great place for family get together, foods are good.

Review №106

2019-09-02 04:37:06

Amazing food, interesting food layout. Alot of culture at this location.

Review №107

2021-09-11 05:05:36

Pretty good authentic Vietnamese food!

Review №108

2020-08-06 05:02:52

The veg clay pot is one of the bests I’ve ever had...

Review №109

2017-12-18 01:27:06

I have enjoyed the family-friendly atmosphere here for years.

Review №110

2017-11-27 23:34:43

Heck yeah late night food. Very good and good value

Review №111

2017-07-04 14:08:27

Absolutely fabulous authentic Vietnamese. Our go to spot in Oakland.

Review №112

2017-11-18 23:57:01

Decent Pho though the place seemed a little funny.

Review №113

2021-05-13 20:50:06

My favorite Vietnamese place for authentic food.

Review №114

2018-04-03 21:46:28

Great Vietnamese food at reasonable prices!

Review №115

2020-01-26 07:11:15

I love the vegetrian pho and great customer service

Review №116

2016-03-22 22:37:47

The best Vietnamese restaurant in all of Oakland!

Review №117

2020-01-08 01:38:24

This is a wonderful place to eat Vietnamese food

Review №118

2019-09-14 03:05:51

Great place great people great big ol cat fish

Review №119

2017-02-20 04:58:55

Good clean fast Vietnamese food for lunch

Review №120

2022-06-22 18:34:21

Roast fish was great !

Review №121

2015-11-29 23:22:28

Great food !! Worse service

Review №122

2018-03-14 16:23:20

Cheap lunch special and tasty .

Review №123

2018-05-08 18:43:35

Really good Authentic Vietnamese food

Review №124

2017-12-24 04:40:09

Awesome and delicious food!

Review №125

2018-04-08 22:34:47

Very friendly and delicious!

Review №126

2016-12-18 23:16:11

Hella bomb! And not expensive

Review №127

2018-02-20 21:17:20

Good food

Review №128

2018-04-18 02:24:20

Very nice

Review №129

2020-01-29 01:22:38

Quick service, decent vermicelli

Review №130

2022-07-27 21:36:27

Good delicious food

Review №131

2019-10-08 01:42:07

Tasty, excellent service

Review №132

2019-02-06 02:17:40

Yum, lots of stomach candy!!!

Review №133

2021-10-03 22:49:14

Good vegan options

Review №134

2015-08-29 21:07:08

Great!

Review №135

2018-04-24 15:05:59

Fav lunch spot

Review №136

2021-05-19 05:04:59

Great Vietnamese food

Review №137

2016-10-11 20:33:49

I liked pho

Review №138

2019-05-26 19:52:49

Great as always!

Review №139

2017-05-03 14:48:24

Review №140

2019-10-27 05:20:35

Good

Review №141

2019-06-10 02:34:14

Nice flavors

Review №142

2016-12-06 15:12:33

Always good

Review №143

2017-12-07 21:31:01

Great food

Review №144

2019-11-27 01:13:25

Bomb bay !!!!!

Review №145

2021-06-16 14:34:16

It was ok...

Review №146

2019-11-11 04:30:08

Food was very good. Mid-range.$$

Review №147

2020-04-24 08:23:21

I WILL GET THIS ONE AGAIN