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Ba-Lê French Coffee Shop

Vietnamese Food in Oakland, California

Address: 812 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94607

Price Range:  $

About this restaurant

Ba-Lê French Coffee Shop, nestled in the vibrant city of Oakland, California, offers a delightful culinary experience for Vietnamese cuisine enthusiasts. The restaurant is known for its mouthwatering banh mi sandwiches, featuring fresh baguettes and flavorful grilled meats that keep locals coming back. Beyond sandwiches, they also serve comforting pho, rice plates, and noodle dishes that showcase authentic Vietnamese flavors. While the seating might be simple, the affordable prices and delicious food make this spot a hidden gem for those craving genuine Vietnamese street food.

Hours Open

Monday8AM-4PM
Tuesday8AM-4PM
Wednesday8AM-4PM
Thursday8AM-4PM
Friday8AM-4PM
Saturday8AM-4PM
Sunday8AM-4PM

Nigel Le describes testing the pho broth by refrigerating it and determining it is made from painstakingly simmered beef broth, implying the restaurant has great pho broth.

Reviewers like Irene Chan and Ton T mention the banh mi being $5-$6, and Irene Chan explicitly calls it a 'Great value,' indicating it is budget-friendly.

Parking is not explicitly mentioned in any of the reviews.

None of the reviews mention spicy options or the ability to make dishes spicy.

None of the reviews mention portion sizes for pho specifically.

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Detailed Information

Service options

Dine-in
Takeout

Dining options

Lunch
Dessert

Offerings

Coffee
Quick bite
Comfort food
Healthy options

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