Who are We?

We are three brothers finger foods (3 BFF) with an American Dream coming true with 40 years in the making. We learned to cook delicious meals during our childhood while our mom diligently worked 6 days a week running a salon to provide for us.  Through trials and tribulations, we learned about ingredients and the complexity of the cooking process.  We mastered many of our traditional Vietnamese dishes at an early age. We are a family that loves to spend quality time together eating, cooking and laughing. We are proud of our family traditions of authentic home cooking made with fresh healthy eating practices.

GIO Rolls - AKA CHA GIO?

Cha Gio - the “Go-To” dish for every Vietnamese dinner when searching for comfort foods and a small convenient meal packed with satisfying flavors and subtleties.  They are filled with meats (pork or chicken), shrimp, vegetable, carrots, taro, Vermicelli noodles and spices.  The tight wrapping and balancing of texture, flavors and lightness, fried in light and high-quality oil make this a flavor experience.  It is the Taco of Asian culinary culture and a “Must-Have” party essential.

What are Spring Rolls?

Spring Rolls are made from fresh ingredients that consist of fresh herbs, Vermicelli noodles, vegetables, meats,   shrimp and a selection of our homemade dipping sauces.  The ingredients are neatly wrapped in a rice paper to incorporate the various flavors and textures (soft and crispy, light and hearty, rich and fresh tasting) to optimize your tasting experience.  

How did this concept/idea come about?

After Covid, we developed a deeper appreciation for human interactions and personal relationships. There was a stronger desire to pursue our life-long dream of owning our own restaurant and putting our skills and passions into action. A franchise opportunity was made available by Gold Pops concepts. We pooled our family savings, financial resources and 40 years of experience, wisdom and passion for food and entrepreneurship to pursue our dream.

Our restaurant is modeled on the Yin and Yang concept. We love the hot and cold concept, the Yin and Yang theme of finger foods. There’s nothing like it out there in the culinary world.

What's Gold Pops and Gio Rolls connection with Elk Grove and Sacramento?

Elk Grove and Sacramento is our first and only home once we arrived in America.  We believe that community is one of the most integrated and diverse in America with a strong farm to fork culture and is a welcoming home for people from around the world with distinct food cultures.  We are diverse in taste buds and availability of fresh herbs, spices, and fruits.   

We are rooted in our community.  Our kids attend elementary schools where we proudly support nonprofit organizations and causes.  Currently, our family business has supported over 1000s of other small businesses pre, during and post Covid.