Pho Play Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Pho Play, where Vietnamese cuisine comes alive in Castro Valley. Our menu invites you to explore an array of flavorful dishes sure to tantalize your taste buds. Start with our crispy Eggrolls Cha Gio, filled with a blend of pork and vegetables, or opt for the refreshing Rice Paper Rolls packed with grilled pork and vermicelli noodles, all served with a rich peanut sauce.
Don't miss our signature Pho, where each bowl is a comforting embrace of hot beef broth brimming with fresh herbs and savory noodles. The Pho Play Dac Biet is a must-try, featuring an assortment of meats, while the Pho Rare Steak Tai offers a delightful taste of thinly sliced steak.
With options for vegan diners, a cozy atmosphere, and outdoor seating, Pho Play truly captivates the essence of communal dining. Join us for a culinary journey that is rich in flavor and tradition!
Appetizers
Eggrolls
Cha gio. 3 fried rolls per order served with sweet and sour sauce. Pork, carrots, taro, clear noodles and eggs.
Rice Paper Rolls Pork
Goi cuon heo. 2 rolls per order. Rice paper rolled with grilled pork, vermicelli rice noodles, bean sprouts, lettuce and served with side of peanut sauce. Contains peanuts in dipping sauce.
Bao Chicken
Ga. 2 baos per order. Steamed flour buns and grilled chicken served with pickled carrots or daikons, cucumbers, jalapenos, cilantro, black peppers and house mayo spread.
Bao Pork Belly
Ba Chi. 2 baos per order. Steamed flour buns and grilled pork belly served with pickled carrots or daikons, cucumbers, jalapenos, cilantro, black peppers and house mayo spread.
Bao Buns
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Dac biet. Hot beef broth rice noodle soup with rare steak, brisket, flank, tendon, tripe, and meatballs, garnished with red and white onions, cilantro, and green onions. Served with side of bean sprouts, jalapenos, basil and lime.
Pho Rare Steak
Tai. Hot beef broth rice noodle soup with rare steak, garnished with red and white onions, cilantro, and green onions. Served with side of bean sprouts, jalapenos, basil and lime.
Rice Paper Rolls Tofu
Goi cuon dau hu. 2 rolls per order. Rice paper rolled with grilled tofu, vermicelli rice noodles, bean sprouts, lettuce and served with side of peanut sauce. Contains peanuts in dipping sauce.
Vegan Vermicelli (Bun Chay)
Bun chay. Dry rice vermicelli noodles and tofu, served with cucumbers, sprouts, lettuce, picked carrots or daikons, pickled cabbage, purple cabbage, green onions, peanuts, mushrooms, steamed veggies and side of peanut sauce vegan friendly contains peanuts.