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Welcome to Phởsho Dough (TELEGRAPH AVE), a delightful Vietnamese eatery nestled in the heart of Oakland at 6601 Telegraph Ave. As a passionate food reviewer for Foodjoyy, I couldn't wait to dig into the vibrant and flavorful menu that this charming spot has to offer.
Stepping inside Phởsho Dough, you’re instantly greeted by a warm atmosphere that feels like an extension of a loving Vietnamese home. The friendly staff makes you feel at ease, often sprinkling in humor and kindness that enriches the dining experience significantly.
What truly sets Phởsho Dough apart is their uncanny ability to blend traditional flavors with a modern twist. As one customer, Greg K., expressed, their fried egg roll in a fresh roll is an “interesting variation” that delivers a crunch like none other. Meanwhile, Rachel Z. found comfort in the warm broth of their pho when feeling under the weather, proving that this establishment has the power to revive spirits through its comforting food.
Elisa R.'s heartfelt review captures the essence of Phởsho Dough perfectly; it's a place where new meets old, and the service feels like family. The generous portions ensure that you leave satisfied—ideal for those who love to eat—or those who just want to reminisce about their Vietnamese roots.
Whether you're a noodle souper, a spring roll enthusiast, or just looking for a friendly face and a laugh, Phởsho Dough (TELEGRAPH AVE) should be at the top of your list. Come for the food, stay for the joy—it truly is a culinary experience worth visiting!
“ I had their fried egg roll inside a fresh roll... which was an interesting variation on a common item... and provided lots of yummy crunch, which I highly recommend. ”
“ i ordered from here for delivery and both the pho and chicken noodle that i ordered were good. i was incredibly sick and these two items got me through the night with its warm brother and lightness in the broth, full of flavor but tame enough to soothe a sore throat. ”
“ Man! We missed our pho spot since moving away from the east bay! These flavors are a mix of new school meets old school! Service makes you feel like you're at your Vietnamese family members house! Super friendly and always has a joke to make you smile :) ! I've tried many things on the Menu at both locations. Our favorite besides the pho with the delicious broth is the chicken vermicelli noodle bowls! They fill that thing to the brim! Right now we're on our vegetarian hype right now so didn't get it w/ chicken this time! But trust! It's fire! If you are in the area and looking for a nice hot bowl of pho or just great food, COME HERE! ”
“ Great banh mi!! So fresh and flavorful. Also, the guy at the front counter was so hilarious. They really seem to be having fun and that joy makes the experience even better. ”
“ This establishment hands down has the best food! I was feeling extremely sick and needed some good soup and went ahead and tried the shredded chicken noodle soup, which by the way brought me back to life! I was also recommended the limeade which tasted fantastic all with stellar service and accommodations. They made sure my order was perfect and correct and kept my food hot and ready to go. Go try them out, you won't regret it! ”
“ First time here after hearing about it through a friend and it did not disappoint. Being that my partner and I are vegan, we had the veggie noodle soup. The fried shallots on top were such a great addition to the very fresh broth. I usually don't see that with much Pho, so that was a great surprise. The veggies in the soup also had the right amount of softness, with the perfect crunchiness. Also paired with the Fresh Young Coconut, which had so much juice and was served in a coconut (even better). I was bummed that I had finished my meal so fast... Thank you Mahi and the rest of the staff for the great service and hospitality. We are excited to return soon! ”
“ Jamie W and I have been enjoying visits to the White Horse Inn on random Saturdays for a while now. We had noticed this corner Vietnamese takeout spot but didn't try it until quite recently when I was having a post-cocktail hankering for pho. Luckily Jamie was starving, too, so we ended up sharing three familiar items and having them at the outdoor table next to the big mural (photo: https://yelp.to/X_xPeJEy5i). We started with the $9.95 Fresh Shrimp Spring Rolls, which were generously assembled with lettuce, vermicelli, and plenty of split prawns encased in translucent rice paper accompanied by a sweet peanut dipping sauce (photo: https://yelp.to/_UapbYqWp6). The second item was the $9.95 Grilled Pork Banh Mi which, a soft French roll robustly stuffed with pork, cucumber, shredded carrot and radish, and cilantro (photo: https://yelp.to/xGzS28kOct). That was definitely one of the better banh mis I've had outside of Saigon Sandwich. The $14.95 Roasted Chicken Noodle Soup wasn't technically pho but Hu Tieu Ga Nuong, a South Vietnamese soup with a lighter broth and larger chunks of chicken (photo: https://yelp.to/2ioXM-lGKJ). I don't think I've had this variation before, but it was pretty satisfying. All in all, this was a nice find on Telegraph for hearty Vietnamese eats. FOOD - 4 stars...pretty tasty and quite generous AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...well, it's really a takeout spot SERVICE - 4 stars...quite efficient and friendly TOTAL - 4 stars...solid Vietnamese fare with regional variations from the norm RELATED - Exploring Oakland? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2ObVcpQ ”
“ We came back for round two and ordered the fried spring rolls! Honestly probably the best egg rolls I've had in a long time -- the perfect amount of crisp and the flavor was delicious! ”
“ I really enjoy this restaurant, so much so that I have ordered from them a few times now. Their ingredients are super fresh and the portions are very generous. Their Grilled Shrimp Spring Rolls, Fried Egg Rolls, and Shredded Chicken Pho are really good (the roasted chicken pho is good too, but I prefer their shredded chicken which surprisingly isn't dried out to oblivion - it definitely is one of my most ordered items from this spot). I tried their Grilled Pork Sandwich today and unfortunately it was not good at all compared to other places I have had this sandwich at and not something I would order again. The bread really is what killed the sandwich for me. It didn't have a crispy exterior which is a quality I love in this type of sandwich and was rather dense vs. being airy. I get it that I likely sound super picky, but I have had some amazing banh mi sandwiches in my lifetime thus far and this was just not one of them. The bread's density really overpowers the ingredients in it. The pickled carrots also didn't seem to be pickled long enough as their flavor was rather flat and sweet with little to no acidity. Overall this is a great restaurant that I will continue to visit especially for their shredded chicken pho. ”
“ It might not be easy to tell from the picture I uploaded, but the sandwiches here are massive! I got mine with lemongrass beef. It was very flavorful, the bread was toasted nicely, and it was so filling I had to wrap up half of it to-go. It's not a huge place, but there are a couple of tables right outside on the side street (which is pretty quiet and peaceful). Service was good -- staff made sure to walk around with water refills. I would definitely come back to try another sandwich and their other items! ”