VIETNAMESE COMFORT · WEST CAMPUS, AUSTIN
Phở, bánh mì & bún — made the way yaya makes them.
A warm, casual neighborhood spot just off the Drag. Slow-simmered broth, fresh herbs cut daily, and homestyle Vietnamese cooking with the kind of care that only comes from cooking for family.
● Open now · until 8:30 PM
OUR STORY
Made the way yaya makes it.
"YaYa" means grandmother — and that's exactly the feeling. A cozy West Campus counter where the broth simmers all day, the herbs are fresh, and every bowl comes with a little extra care. Family recipes, no fuss, a table by the window, and yes — Hook 'em. 🤘
THE MENU, AT A GLANCE
Phở
Bánh Mì
Bún
Cơm
Khai Vị
Cà Phê
...and the house phở everyone comes back for
Char-grilled pork bún
FRESH DAILY
Phở, bánh mì & everything in between.
Rich beef phở and rice-noodle bowls, char-grilled pork over cool bún, crackly bánh mì, sizzling bánh xèo crepes, fresh spring rolls, and Vietnamese phin coffee brewed the slow way. Real comfort food, made fresh just off the Drag.
FROM YAYA'S KITCHEN
The comfort food we grew up on
A few favorites the neighborhood keeps ordering.
BEST SELLER
Phở Bò
Slow-simmered beef broth, rice noodles, brisket & meatball — with Thai basil, lime, and jalapeño on the side.
FAN FAVE
Bánh Mì
Crackly baguette, grilled pork, pickled carrot & daikon, cucumber, cilantro, and jalapeño.
LIGHT & FRESH
Gỏi Cuốn
Fresh spring rolls with shrimp, herbs, and rice paper — served with peanut dipping sauce.
HOUSE FAVORITE
Bánh Xèo
Crispy sizzling turmeric crepe with pork, shrimp, and bean sprouts — wrapped in lettuce with herbs.
COMFORT BOWL
Bún Thịt Nướng
Char-grilled pork over cool vermicelli with herbs, pickled veg, crispy egg roll & nước chấm.
PLANT-BASED
Cơm Đậu Hũ
Crispy caramelized lemongrass tofu over jasmine rice with garden salad.
GOOD TO KNOW
Questions, answered
Where is YaYa Café?
3706 Guadalupe St, Ste B, in Austin's West Campus — a few blocks from UT, on the corner of Guadalupe & 38th. Dine in, take out, or order online for pickup. (512) 243-7036.What is YaYa known for?
The house phở — slow-simmered beef broth, rice noodles, and your choice of brisket, rare steak, meatball, or chicken. Also fan favorites: crackly bánh mì, char-grilled pork bún, sizzling bánh xèo, and Vietnamese phin coffee.Do you have vegetarian options?
Yes — several dishes are vegetarian-friendly (marked ✦ on the menu), including Phở Rau Củ (veggie & tofu), Fried Lemongrass Tofu bánh mì, Bún Đậu Hũ, Cơm Đậu Hũ, Bánh Xèo Chay, and Gỏi Cuốn spring rolls.What are your hours?
Mon–Fri: 11 AM – 8:30 PM | Sat: 12 PM – 8:30 PM | Sun: Closed. Order online any time for pickup.