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Holy Basil Phở And Cocktail bar

Vietnamese Pho, Vegan Menu, Large Portions

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Top tips

Ask about: mislabelled dishes

  • The vegan menu is clearly marked and separated, making ordering easier.
  • Good to know: Be cautious ordering vegan pork belly as one review reported finding chicken in the dish.
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  • Try the mini bao appetizers with vegan chicken or beef.
  • Enjoy the spicy lemongrass tomato noodle soup for a hearty, flavorful vegan meal.
  • Expect large portion sizes for pho and noodle dishes.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention pho, noodle soup and dumpling.

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Also bao, bun cha, noodles, fries, tea, thai iced tea and vegan beef.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and fast service.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere and good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Holy Basil Pho serves a wide range of Vietnamese dishes focusing on pho and noodle soups with a dedicated vegan menu featuring 8 varieties, including vegan chicken, beef, and pork belly. The venue has a spacious interior with rustic design and high ceilings, plus a cocktail bar that offers a relaxed atmosphere with happy hour deals. Portions are generous; several reviews note flavorful broths and consistent vegan options marked clearly on the menu, with gluten-free selections also available.

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5362 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–14:30, 16:00–20:00
Tuesday
11:30–14:30, 16:00–20:00
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:30–14:30, 16:00–20:00
Friday
11:30–14:30, 16:00–20:30
Saturday
11:30–14:30, 16:00–20:30
Sunday
11:30–14:30, 16:00–20:00

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, mock meat, vegan chicken + 2 more

Ask about: Dishes labelled vegan that weren't: check with staff.

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