Gao Viet Kitchen Menu
All Day Menu - CATERING
BBQ Chicken
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Pork Rib
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Oc Huong (Canadian Snail)
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Chao Tom/ Sugarcane Shrimp
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Grilled Eggplant
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
BBR (Big Beef Rib)
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Grilled Lobster
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
US$65.00
5 Spice Chicken
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
BBQ Pork
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
BBQ Beef
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Shrimp Spring Roll
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Banh Khot
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Giant River Prawns
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
US$25.00
Banh Hoi
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Holy Prawns
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Grilled Mussels
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
BBQ Pork Chop
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Papaya Salad
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Pork Spring Roll
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
5 Spice Pork Belly
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Banh Cuon
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Nem Spring Roll
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Crispy Pork Belly
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Sticky Rice
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Lemongrass Tofu
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Grilled Scallop
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Shaking Beef
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
BBQ Shrimp
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Beef Stew
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Banh Beo
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Shrimp & Pork Spring Roll
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Vegetarian Fried Rice
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
House Fried Rice
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Nem Nuong/ Pork Sausage
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Stir Fry Vegetable
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Fish Sauce Chicken Wings
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Turmeric Fish & Dill
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Garlic Noodle
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Lemongrass Chicken
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Pho Roll
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Mango Salad
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Tofu Spring Roll
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Yellow Rice
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
Imperial Rolls
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
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White Rice
Please allow a minimum of 2 hours. Timing may vary depending on volume.
$
All Day Menu - LARGE ENTREES
VERMICELLI BOWL
A chef comfort, satisfying but not heavy kinda bowl. BBQ Pork, Grilled Shrimps, Imperial Rolls, fresh vegetable, peanut, onion, side of housemade nuoc cham. (Add Fried Egg $3.00) (Can substitute for BBQ Chicken or Beef) (Substitute for Garlic Noodle +$6) *Contains Peanuts*
$
HOUSE FRIED RICE
House Fried Rice with Asian Sausage, topped with grilled shrimps, fried egg, balance with cucumber, tomatoes, fried shallot & spring onion, side of house soy sauce.
$
GARLIC NOODLE 3-WAY
Our customer-favorite combo, garlic noodle, rib eye beef, grilled shrimp, imperial roll. Can substitute for Pork or 5-Spice Pork Belly
$
Bo Kho Opla
Beef Stew & Egg (Bò Kho) is simply adding running egg to our traditional beef stew & Bánh Mì Opla to create an exciting sizzling breakfast all day dish.
US$29.00
Lemongrass Noodle
Wok tossed noodle in lemongrass & house savory sauce with shrimp, onion, bell pepper & chili. Vegetarian Version $22 Contains Soy Sauce, Shellfish, Egg, Milk, Wheat
$
Bò Lúc Lac | Shaking Beef
Wok tossed cube tender filet mignon, fresh watercress & tomato salad (most popular).
$
The BBR
Roasted Beef Rib, BBQ Sauce, Egg, Onion. Green Onion, Ginger, Garlic, Egg Noodle, Bell Pepper, Lettuce, Fried Shallot Contains Soy, Egg, Wheat, Milk
US$49.00
HOT AND SOUR SOUP
Catfish, Okra, Tamarind, Tomato, Celery, Elephant Ear, Culantro, Pineapple, Beansprout, Fried Garlic, Chili, Sugar. Can substitute for Shrimp. Pairs well with any clay pot.
$
The Pig Out
Grilled pork chop, sweet sausage, shredded pork, running egg, balance with cucumber, pickle & tomatoes, housemade fish sauce, finished with small bowl of pork broth.
$
MAMA'S CLAYPOT
Catfish, Pork Belly, Shrimp, Pineapple, Garlic, Soy Sauce, Green Onion, Cucumber, Tomato, Pickled Carrot and Daikon, Rice. Contains Soy, Shellfish
$
Big Gao Fried Rice
Grilled 14 oz USDA Prime Ribeye Steak, Garlic Fried Rice & Bone Marrow, asian sausage, fresh salad. Good for 2 people. "NEW" Contains Soy Sauce, Egg
US$73.00
BúN CHA CO LINH
A must try. Grilled pork belly & grilled fatty pork (cha), rice vermicelli noodle (bún), fresh vegetable & herb, side of nuoc mam dipping sauce. Inspired by the most popular dish from Hanoi.
US$27.00
5-SPICE CHICKEN CABBAGE SALAD
5 Spice BBQ Chicken, Cabbage, Green Onion, Lettuce, Pickled Carrot and Daikon, Fish Sauce, Peanuts. Contains Soy Sauce, Peanuts
US$22.00
PORK RIB
Suon Nuong Sa | 24-hour marinated pork rib Grilled in lemongrass sauce. (Recommended with crispy coconut sticky rice)
$
BO NE
It's back. Most requested dish. Sizzling Filet Mignon Steak & Double Running Egg, Sweet Sausage, Pate, Vietnamese Ham, Onion, Tomatoes & Bread (can substitute bread for rice)
US$43.00
Garlic Noodle Entree
Egg Noodle, Green Onion, Lettuce, Pickled Carrot and Daikon, Fish Sauce, Butter. May Contain Soy Sauce, Milk, Wheat Pick 1 Protein:
$
5-Spice Chicken
Roasted & Grilled Juicy Bone-in Chicken Quarter, resting on bed of garlic noodle. This dish is Ben Tre Restaurant best seller with GAO's garlic noodle.
$
What Da Duck
Duck breast marinated in a house sauce, roasted & pan seared, yellow rice, fresh watercress salad. Contains Soy, Wheat
US$34.00
LEMONGRASS CHICKEN
Chicken, Lemongrass, Chili, Garlic, Cucumber, Tomato, Egg, Onion, Green Onion, Rice. Contains Egg
$
All Day Menu - DRINK / DESSERT DRINK
GAO THAI MILK TEA
US$8.00
UBE COFFEE
Vietnamese iced coffee topped with ube sweet cream
US$8.00
GRASS JELLY CREAM COFFEE
Vietnamese iced coffee with grass jelly topped with sweet cream and a dust of cocoa
US$8.00
SODA
$
SUGARCANE JUICE
US$8.00
COCONUT FREEZE
Coconut cream and condensed milk slushy topped with specialty flavors.
US$9.00
EGG COFFEE
Vietnamese iced coffee topped with egg sweet cream and a dust of cocoa
US$8.00
VIETNAMESE ICED COFFEE
Iced Vietnamese drip coffee with condensed milk
US$7.00
SPECIALTY ICED TEAS
$
All Day Menu - BY THE SEA
Crispy Lemongrass Pampano
A whole pompano fish fried to golden perfection and generously topped with a fragrant mixture of minced lemongrass, garlic, chili, and onions. Served with fresh herbs, lettuce, pickled vegetables, and a zesty dipping sauce for a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Contains Shellfish and Gluten
US$45.00
GRILLED LOBSTER GARLIC NOODLE
1.5 lbs Live Maine Lobster, grilled & topped with garlic lemongrass chilli lemon butter sauce, serving with Garlic Noodle
US$87.00
TURMERIC FISH AND DILL
Swai, Turmeric, Dill, Green Onion, Vermicelli, Oyster Sauce, Shrimp Paste, Lettuce, Mint, Pickled Carrot and Daikon. Contains White, Shellfish
US$35.00
GRILLED SCALLOP
Grilled scallop Vietnamese style with butter garlic onion peanut, adding of ginger chilli sauce on the side (4 PIECES) Contains Peanut and Milk, Shellfish GF
US$40.00
THE SNAIL
The Canadian OC HUONG (snails) boiled in the pork broth with quick tossed ginger, garlic, chili, comes with our house sweet "nuoc cham" dipping. Yes you can drink the broth too. (12-15 pieces) Contains Shellfish GF
US$23.00
HOLY PRAWNS
5 Grilled Tiger Prawn tossed in a zesty fish sauce, butter, chili and lime sauce served alongside delicate "Banh Hoi" rice noodles and a medley of fresh vegetables. Contains Milk, Shellfish
$
SEASHELL COMBO
1 Abalone, 3 Scallop, 3 Snail, 3 Mussel, Chili, Garlic, Green Onion, Peanut, Vietnamese Coriander, Ginger, Fish Sauce, Butter. Contains Peanut and Milk, Shellfish GF
US$66.00
GIANT RIVER PRAWNS (GAO SIGNATURE)
BEST SELLER - Savory butter garlic chilly sauce giant river prawns, served w/ woven noodle. Note: Prawns today are rare super size so price be higher than usual. Market Price $15-30 Each Size & Price change daily Contains Milk, Shellfish
$
The MUSSELS
Quick steamed & grilled on the sizzling plate, added garlic sate scallion, peanut, side of house dipping sauce for extra kick. Very simple but extremely addicting Vietnamese street style dish. (8 pieces) Contains Peanut and Milk, Shellfish GF
US$23.00
All Day Menu - PARTY TRAYS
Street Eat Deluxe
10 Peaces Banh Cuon/ 10 Piece Banh Khot/10 piece Shrimp Banh Beo / 5 Piece Nem / Pork Ham / Fresh Herbs / House Nuoc Mam Dipping Sauce *At less 2 Hours pre-order on busy day.
US$105.00
Banh Cuon Tray
20 Roll / 5 Grilled Pork Sausage (Nem) / Pork Ham / House Nuoc Mam Sauce. *At less 2 hours Preorder on busy day.
US$90.00
Banh Khot Tray- Mini Pancakes
19 Pieces / Fresh Herbs, House Nuoc Mam Sauce *Pre-Order 2 Hours in Advance or 1 Day Day Before
US$55.00
Banh Beo Tray - Steam Rice Cake
20 Pieces * At less 2 Hours Pre-Order on busy day
US$55.00
All Day Menu - STARTERS
Sun Ga
Deep-fried soft chicken cartilage with Garlic and Vietnamese-style Butter. Come with in-house green special sauce *Dairy Mr.Gao favorite drinking snack
US$17.00
Crispy Lemongrass Tofu
Tofu, Lemongrass, Chili, Garlic. Contains Soy Vegetarian
US$15.00
Eggplant
Eggplant, Garlic, Green Onion, Fried Shallot, Soy Sauce. Contains Soy Vegetarian
US$16.00
Wok Tossed Vegetables
Choice of Watercress, Morning Glory, or Bok Choy Wok Tossed with Fish Sauce, Garlic, Fried Shallot. GF
$
5 Spice Pork Belly
Sliced pork belly, resting in our 5 spice mixture, oven roasted until it's melt in your mouth tender, then grilled to add a bit of smokiness.
US$18.00
SALAD
Choice of base & protein.
$
Fish Sauce Glazed Chicken Wing
Chicken Wings, Fish Sauce, Vietnamese Coriander, Garlic, Chili, Jalapeño, Bell Pepper, Lettuce, Onion.
US$16.00
Bò Tái Chanh - Beef Carpaccio
Rare filet mignon, onion, mint, fried shallot.
US$20.00
PORK BELLY
Banh Hoi Thit Heo Quay - Crispy Pork Belly, Banh Hoi Noodle, Lemongrass Pork Au Jus Dripping Sauce, Pickles.
US$18.00
All Day Menu - GAO'S ROLLS
PHO ROLL
Chef's favorite roll when visiting Hanoi. Wok tossed Ribeye, onion, fresh vegetable, rolled in uncut fresh pho noodle sheet top with scallion oil, dip with house Nuoc Cham.
US$17.00
WRAP & ROLL
A fun individual or share wrap yourself plate with fresh pho noodle sheet instead of traditional rice paper, dipping with mam nêm (pineapple sauce). Come with Grilled Shrimp / Nem / BBQ Ribeye / fried rice paper & shallot / Fresh Vegetable, cucumber & pickle
US$40.00
Fresh Spring Roll
Rice Paper, Vermicelli, Lettuce, Cucumber, Mint, Beansprout, Fried Egg Roll Wrapper, Pickled Carrot and Daikon. Served with Peanut Sauce Contains Peanuts
$
Cha Giò | Crispy Imperial Roll
Ground Pork, Wood Ear Mushroom, Clear Vermicelli, Carrot, Taro, Onion, Rice Paper, Lettuce, Mint, Pickled Carrot and Daikon. Vegetarian Version Available $14 (4 pieces) Wood Ear Mushroom, Clear Vermicelli, Mung Bean, Carrot, Taro, Onion, Rice Paper, Lettuce, Mint, Pickled Carrot and Daikon, Soy Sauce. Contains Soy
$
TOFU PHO ROLL
Wok tossed tofu & onion, fresh vegetable rolled in pho sheet, swimming in house veggie sauce.
US$14.00
Chef Choice Rolls Platter
10 mixed rolls (will fall back chef's selection if customers substitute request not available).
US$32.00
All Day Menu - BANH HOI
Banh Hoi Nem Noung
6pc Pork Sausage, Woven Vermicelli, Lettuce, Mint, Cucumber, Green Onion, Fried Shallot, Fish Sauce, Pickled Carrot and Daikon.
US$32.00
2-Item Banh Hoi Deluxe:
Gao’s special woven rice vermicelli noodle served with following options.
US$27.00
4-Item Banh Hoi Deluxe
Gao’s special woven rice vermicelli noodle served with following options.
US$48.00
Banh Hoi Sugarcane Shrimp
6pc Sugarcane Shrimp, Woven Vermicelli, Lettuce, Mint, Cucumber, Green Onion, Fried Shallot, Fish Sauce, Pickled Carrot and Daikon. Contains Shellfish
US$36.00
3-Items Banh Hoi Deluxe
Gao’s special woven rice vermicelli noodle served with following options.
US$38.00
All Day Menu - STREET EATS
Banh Beo - Steam Rice Cake
Savory steamed rice cake, shrimp flak, fried shallot, green onion.
$
Bánh Khot - Mini Pancakes
Mini savory pancakes topped with shrimp, served with lettuce & Asian herbs.
$
Bánh Cuon - Rice Noodle Rolls
Gao best seller - Fresh house-made rice noodle rolls filled with pork, mushroom, grilled pork sausage & pork ham.
$
BÁNH XÈO
Rice Flour, Coconut Milk, Turmeric, Mung Bean, Shrimp, 5 Spice Pork Belly, Fresh Rice Noodle Sheet, Beansprout, Jicama, Green Onion, Lettuce, Mint, Cilantro Pickled Pickled Carrot and Daikon. Contains Soy, Shellfish
$
All Day Menu - EXTRA SIDE ORDER
Choose Your Side Order
$
All Day Menu - NOODLE SOUP
5-Spice Chicken PHO
BBQ Chicken, Marrow, Lettuce, Bok Choy, Onion, Green Onion, Cilantro, Rice Noodle. Contains Soy, Wheat
US$25.00
Plain Pho
Fresh Pho Noodle, Pho Onions, Green Onions, Cilantro, Beef Broth
US$12.00
THE BIG GAO PHO
Full Beef Rib, Marrow, Rare Beef, 24-Hour Beef Broth, Grilled Onion, Load of Spring Onion.
US$39.00
BRISKET FILET PHO
Filet Mignon, Brisket, Marrow, Onion, Green Onion, Cilantro, Rice Noodle. Contains Raw Meat GF
US$29.00
Bánh Canh
Shrimp, Pork, Pork Belly, Pork Hock, Quail Egg, Pig Heart, Pork Rib, Carrot, Daikon, Tapioca Noodle, Green Onion, Cilantro, Fried Shallot. Contains Shellfish, Egg GF
US$25.00
Beef Stew Pho
Inspired by Hanoi’s Pho Sot Vang (without wine) basically a combination of beef stew and pho noodle soup with tender beef & oxtail mixed with beef pho broth, fresh pho noodle, lot of spring onion, dipped with salt & pepper chili lime sauce. Contains Soy Sauce, Wheat
US$29.00
Old School BUN BO HUE
Due to popular demand. A semi traditional bowl of Bun Bo Hue. Spicy Lemongrass Noodle Soup, Pork Hock(1 or 2 pieces depend on size), Pork Ham, Butter Brisket, Pork Blood Cube, Rau Ram & Onion, served with side of cabbage/herb. Chef Favorite
US$26.00
What Da Duck Dry Pho
Duck breast marinated in a house sauce roasted & pan seared, fresh pho noodle, Side of Pork & Beef Broth. Contains Soy, Wheat
US$34.00
Wok Pho
Inspired by the famous Hanoi' Pho Tai Lan or Pho Thin. This is our chef's obsession bowl combining quick wok tossed filet mignon, ginger & onion to create the smoky taste , adding to already rich flavor of the 24-hour beef marrow broth & softness of fresh flat noodle, creaminess from the egg yolk & Marrow, load of spring onion. (will substitute for regular pho noodle if out of flat noodle)
US$25.00
Bún Mam
Fermented Fish, Fried Fish, Pork Belly, Squid, Eggplant, Shrimp, Thick Vermicelli, Chives, Green Onion, Cilantro, Fried shallot. Contains Shellfish
US$27.00
BUN RIEU
Egg/ Corn Starch Batter, Pork Meatball, Ham, Tofu, Egg Drop, Tomato, Shrimp Paste, Vermicelli, Green Onion, Cilantro, Fried Shallot Contains Soy, Shellfish, Egg
$
Beef Boy Pho
Mr. Gao New Favorite! The cuter version of our Big Gao Pho with Beef Rib Cube, Filet Mignon, spoon of Marrow, Fresh Pho Noodle & 24-Hour Beef Broth. Contains Raw Meat
US$34.00
Kid Pho
Kid portion, Beef Broth, Rice Noodle
US$8.50
CHUBBY PHO
Filet Mignon, Tendon, Marrow, Onion, Green Onion, Cilantro, Rice Noodle. (not served herbs/vegies). Contains Raw Meat GF
US$25.00
What Da Duck Pho
Duck breast marinated in a house sauce, roasted & pan seared, fresh pho noodle, Pork & Beef Broth. Contains Soy, Wheat
US$34.00
BIG RIB BUN BO HUE
Spicy Lemongrass Grass Noodle Soup with Big Beef Rib, Pork Ham, Pork Belly, (served with side of vegetable/herb) We remove the Rib Bone for easy packing
US$39.00
Filet Mignon Pho
Filet mignon (raw) noodle soup - rice noodle, 24-hour beef bone marrow broth, spring onion, ginger, garlic (no vegetable).
US$23.00
MR GAO DRY NOODLE
Dry Egg Noodle, Shrimp, Pork, Pork Belly, Quail Egg, Pig Heart, Squid, Green Onion, Cilantro, Chive, Beansprout, Lettuce, Garlic, Fried Shallot. Side Pork Broth with Carrot, Daikon, Soy Sauce. Contains Soy, Shellfish, Egg, Wheat
US$26.00
Vegetarian Pho
Mushroom, Seasonal Vegetable, Daikon, Fried Tofu, Soft Tofu, Rice Noodle, Spring & Fried Onion
US$19.00
5 Spice Chicken Dry Pho
5 Spice BBQ Chicken, Lettuce, Onion, Bean Sprouts, Green Onion, Cilantro, Rice Noodle Fish Sauce. Contains Soy Sauce
US$25.00
CRAB BANH CANH
Vietnamese style udon noodle soup, flavored lobster roe thicker broth. Topped with SOFT SHELL CRAB Meat, quail egg, pork belly. Extremely flavorful. (No vegetable).
$
Skinny Pho
Filet Mignon, Tendon, Bean Sprout, Cabbage, Bok Choy, Onion, Green Onion, Cilantro, Rice Noodle, Beef Broth. Contains Raw Meat
US$22.00
Pho Gà - Chicken Pho
Chicken noodle soup, rice noodle, chicken, PORK broth, spring onion, drop off garlic (no vegetable).
US$20.00
If you're looking for bold flavors and fresh ingredients, the Gao Viet Kitchen Menu has something to satisfy every craving. Nestled at 1900 Irving St in San Francisco, this spot is where traditional Vietnamese recipes meet a modern twist, bringing you an authentic yet exciting dining experience. From their perfectly seasoned pho, packed with tender meats and aromatic herbs, to their crispy spring rolls, every dish feels like a little slice of Vietnam. If you’re a fan of something savory, the bánh mì sandwiches, stuffed with grilled meats, fresh veggies, and just the right amount of spice, are an absolute must-try. Plus, there are plenty of vegetarian options, so everyone can dig into the vibrant flavors. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, Gao Viet Kitchen makes sure you’re treated to hearty, comforting dishes with an edge.