The Moo Menu (Update 2025)

The Moo is a Vietnamese restaurant located in Garden Grove, CA, known for its authentic Northern-style dishes. Despite mixed reviews, customers like Angelina V. rave about the amazing food, generous portions, and variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes. The menu offers a wide selection, including dry chicken pho, beef pho, chicken salad, kumquat tea, and house-made desserts. The dipping sauces are heavenly, with a thick, flavorful texture. The restaurant is clean, organized, and open late, making it a great option for a late-night craving. With friendly service and a cozy atmosphere, The Moo provides a taste of Vietnam in every dish. Make sure to try their dishes and experience the flavors yourself!

Khai Vi / Appetizers

Cha Gio ()

Crispy fried egg rolls with lettuce ().

$14.50

Goi Cuon Heo & Tom ()

Spring rolls ( rolls) with pork shrimp & vegetables or choice of: tom / with only shrimp for additional price, heo / with only pork.

$9.50

Canh Ga Chien Bo

Chicken wings in buttered sauce or sweet fish sauce.

$16.95

Nem Ran Hai San () / Seafood Crispy Rolls ()

Crispy rolls filled with a mix of seafood, wrapped in a golden, crunchy exterior. Served in a portion of four.

$18.25

Tom Hoa Tien / Rocket Shrimp

Crispy shrimp wrapped in wonton skin, served with fresh lettuce, cilantro, and a tangy dipping sauce.

$18.25

Muc Lan Bot Chien Gion / Crispy Fried Squid

Vietnamese-style calamari, typically includes battered and deep-fried squid, served with a side of sauce.

$18.25

Hoanh Thanh Chien / Crispy Fried Pork & Shrimp Wonton ()

Deep-fried wontons filled with a blend of pork and shrimp, typically seasoned with pepper and encased in a crispy wrapper. Served in a portion of six pieces.

$14.95

Goi Cuon Thit Nuong / Grilled Pork Rolls With Veggies ()

Grilled pork, vermicelli, and assorted vegetables wrapped in rice paper, typically accompanied by a dipping sauce.

$10.95

Ma Heo Chien Gion / Crispy Pork Cheek With Dipping Sauce

Crispy fried pork cheek served with a side of traditional dipping sauce.

$19.50

Create Your Own

''Pho'' chon toi mon / choose items. Chon banh tuoi / choose with big fresh noodles.

$18.95

Pho Suon Bo / Non Beef Short Ribs Noodle

Tender beef short ribs with rice noodles, fresh herbs, and onions in a savory broth. Served with lime, bean sprouts, basil, and jalapenos.

$20.95

Pho ac Biet / Special Combination Noodle Soup

Best seller.

$18.95

Pho Tom / Noodles Soup With Shrimp

Rice noodles and shrimp in a seasoned beef broth, typically garnished with onions, cilantro, and herbs.

$20.95

Pho uoi Bo / Oxtail Noodle

Tender oxtail pieces in a fragrant broth with rice noodles, garnished with fresh herbs and green onions.

$20.95

Pho Chay / Special Vegan Rice Noodle Soup

Rice noodles in a rich vegetable broth, typically includes tofu, assorted vegetables like carrots and broccoli, and aromatic herbs.

$18.95

Pho Khong Thit / Plain Rice Noodle Soup

Rice noodles served in a savory beef broth, often accompanied by fresh herbs.

$11.95

Crispy Donut (Quay Gion Ha Noi) ()

Golden, crispy Vietnamese donuts, light and airy, served in pairs.

$4.95

Pho Bo / Beef Rice Noodle Soup

Pho Ga i Bo / Chicken Rice Fresh Noodle Soup

Pho Ga / Chicken Noodle Soup

Tender chicken slices with fresh rice noodles, garnished with green onions and herbs in a savory broth.

$18.95

Mien Ga / Chicken Clear Vermicelli Soup

Tender chicken slices, clear vermicelli noodles, quail eggs, fresh herbs, and crispy fried shallots in a savory broth.

$18.95

Pho Ga Tron / Ha Noi Style

Dried chicken noodle with special sauce.

$18.95

Hoanh Thanh Tom Thit / Pork & Shrimp Wonton Soup

Hand-crafted pork and shrimp wontons in a delicate broth, typically includes greens and a blend of traditional Vietnamese seasonings.

$18.95

Lau De/ Goat Hotpot

Tender goat meat simmered in a rich broth with bamboo shoots and fresh herbs.

$49.95

Nui Nuoc Tom Thit / Pork & Shrimp Macaroni In Pork Broth

Macaroni with pork and shrimp served in a savory pork broth, a comforting blend of textures and flavors.

$18.95

Lau Ga Ac Tiem/Black Chicken Herbal Hot Pot

Tender black chicken pieces simmered in a rich herbal broth, accompanied by fresh greens, noodles, and vibrant herbs.

$49.95

Lau Ga La Giang/Sweet And Sour Chicken Hotpot

Tender chicken pieces simmered with fresh greens, herbs, and vegetables in a sweet and sour broth.

$39.95

Lau Thai Hai San /TOMYUM Seafood Hotpot

Tom Yum seafood hotpot typically includes a spicy and sour broth filled with shrimp, squid, and various other seafood, accompanied by vegetables and herbs.

$39.95

Lau Bo/Beef Hotpot

Tender beef slices, meatballs, tofu, fresh greens, and egg noodles, accompanied by aromatic herbs and chili peppers.

$49.95

Lau/ Hot pot

Com / Rice

Com Ga Hai Nam / Hainanese Chicken Rice

Tender poached chicken slices with fragrant rice, garnished with fresh cilantro, served with sliced tomatoes, carrots, and a side dipping sauce.

$18.95

Com Ga Xoi Mo / Deep Fried Chicken Thigh And Fried Egg With Special Rice

Crispy deep-fried chicken thigh topped with a fried egg, served with fragrant yellow rice, pickled vegetables, and fresh cucumber slices.

$20.95

Com Bo Luc Lac / Sauteed Shaken Filet Mignon Beef With Rice

Cubed filet mignon, sauteed and served with steamed rice, typically includes lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and pickled carrots/diakon, accompanied by in-house fish sauce.

$22.95

Com Thit Nuong Trung Chien / Grilled Pork, Fried Opla Egg With Steamed Rice

Grilled marinated pork slices paired with a fried sunny-side-up egg, served atop steamed rice, garnished with fresh herbs.

$19.95

Com Thit Kho Trung / Vietnamese Braised Pork & Egg With Rice

Succulent braised pork belly and a savory boiled egg, served with steamed rice, accompanied by broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots.

$19.95

Com Ca Hoi Sot Chanh Day / Salmon With Passion Fruit Sauce

Served with steamed rice.

$24.95

Com Ca Nuc Kho & Dua Chua / Braised Mackerel With Steamed Rice

Steamed rice served with braised mackerel, typically includes pickled vegetables.

$19.95

Com Ga Hoi An/ Hoi An Chicken Rice

Chicken Rice with Chicken salad along with Vegetable and Ginger Fish Sauce

$18.95

Com Ca Bong Lau Kho & Dua Chua/Braised Catfish With Steamed Rice

Braised catfish with steamed rice typically includes catfish cooked in a savory sauce, accompanied by pickled vegetables.

$19.95

Com Chien Hai San / Seafood Fried Rice

Aromatic rice stir-fried with shrimp, squid, and vegetables, garnished with fresh cucumber and tomato slices.

$20.95

Com Chien Tom / Shrimp Fried Rice

Seasoned rice stir-fried with succulent shrimp, garnished with fresh herbs and green onions.

$19.95

Com Chien Pha Lau / Marinated Beef Intestines Fried Rice

Marinated beef intestines stir-fried with rice, eggs, and green onions, served with a side of pickled lime and chili.

$20.95

Com Chien Trung / Egg Fried Rice

Stir-fried rice with egg, typically includes peas and carrots.

$16.95

Com Chien Duong Chau / Chinese Style Fried Rice

Stir-fried rice with egg, Chinese sausage, shrimp, and a mix of vegetables such as carrots and peas.

$18.95

Com Chien Dua Bo/ Beef Fried Rice With Pickle Veggie

Beef Fried Rice with pickle veggie

$22.95

Com Chien Ca Hoi/ Salmon Fried Rice

Salmon Fried Rice

$24.95

Com Chien / Fried Rice

Xoi / Sticky Rice

Xoi Man Truong Hoc / Combination Sticky Rice

Sticky rice combined with a blend of meats, possibly including chicken, sausage, and Vietnamese ham, garnished with fried onions and peanuts.

$18.95

Xoi Ga Xoi Mo / Deep Fried Chicken Thigh With Sticky Rice

Crispy deep-fried chicken thigh glazed with a savory sauce, served alongside sticky rice and fresh cucumber slices.

$18.95

Xoi Thit Kho Trung / Stew Pork With, Sticky Rice

Sticky rice served with stewed pork and typically includes a boiled egg.

$18.95

Xoi Ga Luoc Kieu Bac / Steamed Chicken With Sticky Rice

Steamed sticky rice served with Northern-style boiled chicken, following traditional Vietnamese preparation methods.

$19.95

Bun Bo La Lot Cha Gio / Betel Leaf Beef Wraps & Egg Rolls With Vermicelli Noodles

Grilled beef wrapped in betel leaves and fried egg rolls, served over vermicelli noodles, typically includes fresh herbs, vegetables, and a side of fish sauce.

$18.95

Bun Thit Nuong Cha Gio / Grilled Pork&Egg Rolls With Vermicelli Noodles

Grilled pork and crispy egg rolls atop vermicelli noodles, garnished with fresh herbs, cucumber, crushed peanuts, and a drizzle of tangy sauce.

$18.95

Nem Ran Cua Be / Ha Noi Style Crab Egg Roll

Hanoi style crab egg roll over vermicelli noodles, accompanied by lettuce, cucumber, pickled carrots, fresh herbs, fried shallots, and crushed peanuts, served with a homemade fish sauce dressing.

$20.95

Bun Cha Ha Noi / Ha Noi Style Pork Grilled With Vermicelli

Grilled pork paired with vermicelli, fresh herbs, crisp lettuce, and sliced carrots, garnished with vibrant red chili and garlic.

$20.95

Cha Ca La Vong

Grilled fish topped with roasted peanuts, served over vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, and greens.

$24.75

Bun Thai Hai San/ Seafood Thai Soup With Rice Noodle

Thai Style broth with Squid, Shrimp, and Mussel, along with vermicelli and vegetable

$19.95

Bun Mang Ga/ Vit

Vermicelli with Bamboo Shoot

$19.95

Bun Mang Goi Ga/Vit

Vermicelli with bamboo shoot and salad

$19.95

Bun / Vermicelli

Goi / Salad

Tai Heo Ngam Sa Tac / Marinated Pig Ear With Kumquats And Lemongrass

Tender marinated pig ear slices combined with fresh kumquats, aromatic lemongrass, and vibrant red chili peppers.

$17.95

Chan Ga Ngam Sa Tac / Marinated Chicken Feet With Kumquats & Lemongrass

Tender chicken feet marinated with fragrant lemongrass, fresh kumquats, and a hint of chili.

$18.95

Goi Ga Bop Thau / Sweet & Sour Chicken Salad

Shredded chicken mixed with fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and a tangy sweet and sour dressing, garnished with vibrant red chili slices.

$18.95

Goi La Sach Bo Rau Ram / Sweet & Sour Beef Stripe Salad

Sliced beef and beef stripe mixed with rau ram (Vietnamese coriander), typically includes a sweet and sour dressing, garnished with herbs and peanuts.

$17.95

Oc Huong VN

Best seller.Xao trung muoi hoang Kim rang me, xao sa te, bo toi.

$20.95

Oc Len Xao Dua

Oc len xao dua features snails sauteed with coconut, typically accompanied by lemongrass and chili, creating a rich and aromatic dish.

$18.95

Seafood

Special

Bo Kho Banh Mi / Beef Stew Fresh Bread

Thay banh pho / replaced by thin noodle.

$18.95

Khoai Chien Bo Luc Lac / Sauteed Shaken Fillet Mignon Beef With Fries

Tender sauteed filet mignon beef cubes with bell peppers, onions, and crinkle-cut fries, garnished with fresh cilantro, served alongside a sunny-side-up egg.

$20.95

Banh Mi Chao

Pate, pho Mai, xiu mai trung muoi, trung op la, banh mi / Pate, cheese, salted egg meatball, opla egg, fresh bread.

$20.95

Pha Lau Mi Goi / Banh Mi

Beef organs with instant noodle or fresh bread.

$21.95

Bo Ne Banh Mi / Filet Mignon

Sizzling beef (filet mignon) with egg, fresh bread cheese and salad. Add French fries for an additional charge.

$22.95

Hoanh Thanh Tom Cay Tu Xuyen / Spicy Sichuan Pork & Shrimp Wonton

Add thin noodle for an additional charge.

$17.95

Nui Xao Bo Luc Lac / Sauteed Shaken Fillet Mignon Beef With Macaroni

Sauteed filet mignon and macaroni, typically including onions and a special sauce, based on a popular Vietnamese preparation.

$23.95

Mi Bo Luc Lac / Noodle With Shaken Filet Mignon Beef

Egg noodles served with cubed filet mignon, typically stir-fried and seasoned with a blend of soy sauce, garlic, and black pepper.

$23.95

Mi Tom Nuong / Noodle With Grilled Shrimp

Noodles tossed with grilled shrimp, typically garnished with cilantro. Common ingredients may include a variety of vegetables.

$23.95

Mi Cay/ Spicy Noodle

Spicy Noodle with Kimchi Stew Soup

$19.95

Pha Lau Xao Me Cay/ Stir Fried Beef Intestine With Spicy Tamarind Sauce

With Bread

$20.95

Pha Lau Xao Bo Toi/ Stir Fry Beef Intestine With Garlic Butter Sauce

With Bread

$20.95

Chao Suon Hai Phong / Northern Style Porridge

Tender pork ribs and fresh herbs in a creamy rice porridge, topped with a rich egg yolk and sauteed vegetables.

$18.95

Chao Bach Thao Thit Heo Bam / Ground Pork Porridge With Thousand Years Egg

Add thousand years egg for an additional charge.

$18.95

Chao Ga / Chicken Porridge

With thigh for an additional charge.

$18.95

Goi Ga Bop Thau / Chicken Salad

Shredded chicken mixed with cabbage, carrots, and herbs, topped with peanuts and fried shallots, dressed in a traditional Vietnamese vinaigrette.

$18.95

Chao Ech / Frog Porridge

Tender frog pieces simmered with red chili, green onions, and aromatic spices, served with a side of plain rice porridge.

$22.95

Chao Trang Hot Vit Muoi / Salted Egg Porridge

Add salted egg for an additional charge.

$15.95

Chao Trang HOT VIT MUOI CA PHAO CHUA NGOT

Hot vit muoi, tep rang thit, ca phao chua ngot / Saigon style porridge.

$20.95

CON GA HOAC VIT (KEM CHAO & GOI)

choose chicken or duck

$39.95

Chao Trang

Hanh gung / Plain porridge with ginger & green onion.

$9.95

Chao / Porridge

Trang Mieng / Desserts

Che Khuc Bach

A chilled dessert featuring almond tofu, lychee, longan, and white fungus in a sweet, aromatic coconut water base.

$6.95

Ya Ua VN / Vietnamese Yogurt

Creamy and smooth Vietnamese yogurt with a mildly tangy flavor.

$3.95

Sau Rieng Musang / Musang Durian Pulp

gram.

$49.95

Kem Sau Rieng Musang King / Musang King Durian Gelato

House special. OZ

$19.95

Black Sticky Rice Yoghurt (Sua Chua Nep Cam)

Layers of creamy yoghurt topped with sweet black sticky rice.

$4.95

Ca Phe en a / Black Coffee

Rich and robust black coffee, brewed to perfection and served over ice.

$6.95

Ca Phe Sua a / Vietnamese Milk Coffee

Rich Vietnamese coffee blended with sweetened condensed milk and served over ice.

$6.95

Tra Vai / Lychee Green Tea

Green tea infused with lychee flavor, garnished with whole lychee fruit.

$6.95

Tra ao / Peach Green Tea

Refreshing green tea infused with peach slices.

$6.95

Tra Thai / Thai Iced Tea

Rich, creamy Thai iced tea with a blend of black tea, sweetened condensed milk, and crushed ice.

$6.95

Chanh Day / Passion Fruit Juice

Vibrant passion fruit juice with visible seeds, offering a refreshing and tangy tropical flavor.

$6.95

Nuoc Dua / Coconut Juice

Fresh coconut juice, naturally sweet and hydrating.

$6.95

HOUSE SPECIAL Herbal Tea (Nuoc Sam Vi)

A blend of seven herbs, featuring ginseng, chrysanthemum, and licorice root, creating a balanced herbal tea.

$6.95

Cam Vat / Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice

Freshly squeezed orange juice, offering a pure and refreshing taste.

$6.95

a Chanh / Iced Lemonade

Freshly squeezed lemon juice, typically includes sugar, served over ice.

$6.95

Soda Xi Muoi / Preserved Plum Soda

Soda with sweet and salty preserved plum, typically mixed with sugar and club soda.

$6.95

Soda Chanh / Carbonated Limeade

Freshly squeezed lime juice mixed with sugar and carbonated water.

$6.95

Soda Sua Hot Ga / Cream Soda Egg Yolk & Condensed Milk

Club soda mixed with egg yolk and sweetened condensed milk, typically served over ice.

$7.95

Tra a / Iced Jasmine Tea

A refreshing jasmine tea with delicate floral notes, served over ice.

$1.95

Tra Xanh Nong / Hot Green Tea

Steeped in tradition, this hot green tea offers a soothing and aromatic experience, typically enjoyed for its subtle flavors and calming qualities.

$1.95

Sua Bap Chai/ Corn Milk Bottle

Corn milk bottle: Sweet corn blended with milk, typically enjoyed as a creamy and nutritious drink.

$11.00

Tra Tac Mat Ong/Kumquat Honey Tea

Kumquat honey tea typically includes a soothing blend of kumquat juice with honey, offering a sweet citrus-infused beverage.

$6.95

Lon Nuoc Ngot

Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Pepsi, -Up, Sprite, Root Beer, or Sunkist.

$3.95

Thuc Uong / Drink