Banh Mi reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 294 Reddit reviews across 32 subreddits and 42 posts to rank the best Banh Mi brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/orangecounty, r/AskSF, r/FoodNYC, r/Sacramento, r/FoodLosAngeles. Top-rated brands include Pickle Banh Mi (4.9/5), Banh Mi Saigon (4.4/5), Huong Lan (4.1/5).
Stats
Reviews294
Subreddits32
Posts42
Brands96
Products10
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#1
Pickle Banh Mi
4.9
(10)
"PICKLE OP PICKLE #12 SOOO GOOD"
"Pickle Banh Mi is so good. They have a location in Fountain Valley too. Bread always comes out toasty warm."
"Pickle in Garden Grove!"
"Best is Pickle. Brookhurst little south of Chapman."
"Pickle Banh Mi along Brookhurst in GG has a drive thru as well."
"Adding a vote for Pickle Banh Mi. The crispy pork, dac biet, and lemon grass beef are so good"
"Pickle Banh Mi or Carrot and Daikon (the crispy pork belly is unmatched)"
"Banh mi with roast pork at Pickle Banh Mi sandwich on Brookhurst between Chapman and Lampson. You will thank me later!!"
"Seconding the Pickle suggestion. I love the baguette they use and their toppings are great"
"Mr Pickle Banh Mi is closer to Santa Ana and has a drive thru"
#2
Banh Mi Saigon
4.4
(10)
"Banh Mi Saigon in GG (many places but prefer the Mcfadden and Beach one) is my only go-to."
"Banh Mi Saigon is my go to, best bread out there ij my opinion."
"I highly recommend Banh Mi Saigon and Bonjour Banh Mi!"
"Banh Mi Saigon is my go to, the best bread IMO."
"Banh Mi Saigon or THH."
"I like Banh Mi Saigon in Garden Grove"
"Banh Mì Saigon and banh mi Pickle are my to go place."
"Is great."
"Banh Mi Saigon. There’s a couple of locations. Carrot and Daikon is popular too but I’m not a fan of picked veggies"
"Good but very inconsistent."
#3
Huong Lan
4.1
(10)
"The only correct answer is Huong Lan."
"I am faithful to Huong Lan."
"Huong Lan is still good."
"Huong lan #9 is my go to."
"I like the sandwich better at Huong Lan too."
"Huong Lan > Duc Huong... they have TABLES to eat at."
"Huong Lan has more variety of other things"
"What I like about Huong Lan is they also have a website where you can place an online order."
"Huong Lan is nearku as good. Can pre-order on line."
"I've been to Huong Lan in Newark, but they skimp on the meat."
#4
Banh Mi
4.4
(9)
"The crispy pork belly Banh Mi is soo tasty."
"I love their tofu bahn mi."
"Bee Bahn Mi!!!"
"Banh Mi rolls and factory or banh mi house on San Bruno Ave"
"Midtown Pho has a great banh mi, though I’ve not had the tofu."
"Paris Banh Mi in Cary has a vegetarian banh mi with flavored soy curls that is really good."
"Bep Vietnamese in Holly springs right outside of Raleigh is good."
"Bonjour in RTP!"
"For a more traditional one, I stand by Taste in Morrisville!"
#5
Paris Banh Mi
4.3
(8)
"Banh Mi Paris Express has really tasty fresh bread they bake on site."
"Grilled pork with pâté is my favorite."
"Paris Banh Mi"
"For banh mi I either like Paris banh mi or Banh mi cali."
"Paris Bahn mi has great bread cause they make it themselves but bahn mi bistro has better meat and filling."
"I second Paris Bahn mi"
"My favorites are Paris banh mi, all pho u and all season."
"Paris Banh Mi in Clovis is pretty good."
#6
Mr. Banh Mi
4.7
(7)
"Mr. bahn Mi off Balboa and 37th for the BBQ Pork or BBQ Beef"
"Easily Mr. Banh Mi in outer richmond"
"Mr. Banh Mi is the best, absolutely."
"Their tofu banh mi is my favorite banh mi in the city."
"Mr. Banh Mi in Frisco is the best I’ve had in the area."
"Mr. Banh Mi at Balboa and 37th."
"Mr Banh Mi BBQ Beef."
#7
Trung Nam
5.0
(6)
"Everyone that doesn't say Trung Nam bakery is wrong."
"Trung Nam or iPho Saigon in St Paul both on University"
"Trung Nam and Ha Tien. Every other place is garbage."
"Trung Nam is delicious."
"That perfect bread is art. Their sandwich is simple but delicious."
"For a classic cold cut, Trung Nam on University. They also have the best French/Viet pastries and iced coffee."
#8
Ba Le
5.0
(6)
"Ba Le bakery gets my vote; that’s the best Bahn Mi I’ve ever had."
"Ba Le is king to me but Artisan’s tofu banh mi is something special."
"Ba Le definitely has to be in the conversation of the best in Philly."
"Ba Le is the only one worth eating."
"Ba Le is my go to. It actually fills me up."
"I like Ba Le best because they have seafood banh mi."
#9
House of Baguette
4.3
(6)
"My favorite!"
"Their bread is so good."
"House of baguette. Skinny long baguette and easy to chew won't break your teeth like most banh mi"
"2nd this. Especially the gummy bread"
"Agree with the meat comment. Also the pate and butter combo"
"Yep that’s my hole in the wall banh mi place near me. $6 for a good banh mi is hard to beat."
#10
Carrot and Daikon
4.8
(5)
"I really like the crispy pork banh mi at carrot and daikon"
"Carrot and Daikon (get heo quay)"
"Carrot and daikon is amazing!"
"+1 for Carrot and Daikon. Their best is the crispy pork belly but everything is good."
"Hear Carrot and Daikon was good. They’re in Westminster I think?"
#11
Mi Sant
4.8
(5)
"Mi Sant in Roseville. No other answer!"
"Gotta get the mi sant special bahn mi"
"Mi Sant!"
"Mi Sant founder is the son of the couple that opened Trung Nam, both are fantastic."
"Misant is my go to."
#12
Banh Mi My Tho
4.8
(5)
"Can confirm Banh Mi My Tho in Alhambra is 🔥🔥. Bread is sooooo fresh."
"Another vote for Banh Mi My Tho over here, so delicious."
"None of the banh mi places in OC can come close to Banh Mi My Tho."
"If willing to go *anywhere* anywhere, Banh Mi My Tho in Alhambra."
"Banh Mi my tho in SGV, Carrot & Daikon in OC and if you’re on the west side of LA, the flank steak banh mi at A Cut Above"
#13
Toast Mi
4.6
(5)
"Toastmi is the best. The bread is by far the best around."
"Toast Mi in Lacey"
"Toast mi. By far. Seriously beat I have ever had."
"Is great."
"Has been my go to lately."
#14
Fyshwick Vietnamese Bakery
4.4
(5)
"100% the Fyshwick Isa St one is the best."
"No need to go anywhere else, you've found the best."
"Always consistent but doesn’t come close to Isa St"
"Personally i prefer the ones from the fyshwick fresh markets."
"I also don't mind the banh mi from the bakery at the fyshwick markets."
#15
Lu's Banh Mi
4.2
(5)
"They’re my favorites"
"It’s Lu’s pork with extra sriracha and fish sauce all day!! All day!! Tried so many others and none of then hit the spot like Lu’s."
"Lu's is great."
"Can confirm, just had Lu's last week. Very tasty."
"I was so sad when they ditched the 2 for $5 banh mi deal. They were gigantic and I understood why, but I used to order there almost weekly."
#16
Saigon Corner
4.0
(5)
"The B2 at Saigon Corner on Truxel and El Camino is the best Banh Mi I've ever had."
"Real ones know Saigon Corner is the best kept secret."
"Saigon Corner at Truxel and El Camino is decent."
"Saigon Corner on west el Camino ( I tried it once it was cool, the only difference is they put cucumbers in them)"
"I haven’t been there in a while but Saigon Corner for some more authentic ones."
#17
Duc Huong
4.8
(4)
"Duc Houng is the best. A definitive"
"Duc Huong is the best IMO"
"They just don't hold a candle to Duc Huong's banh mi."
"Duc Huong is pretty consistently good"
#18
Dragon Eats
4.8
(4)
"DragonEats in the Haight!"
"The duck banh mi from dragoneats is the absolute best banh mi I’ve had in my life!"
"Their bbq tofu bahn mi is excellent."
"I like Dragon Eats on Haight."
#19
Ba Xuyen
4.8
(4)
"Has been my favorite for years."
"Worth it!!"
"Ba Xuyen is next level. Definitely the best I’ve had in town."
"Is better than banh mi saigon."
#20
Lu
4.5
(4)
"Lu's. The end"
"The only answer here should be Lu's sandwich on nicollet. It should be the top answer."
"Lu sandwich"
"It's Lu's in case anyone is googling."
#21
Mr. Baguette
4.3
(4)
"Personal Favorite - Mr. Baguette (8.49 . nice people, always ask me cut or no cut, ask if I want my extras on the side, consistent quality control every week or so I come in)"
"Hands down the best quality and best tasting bánh mì in the county."
"Try Mr baguette! It’s deliciously crispy and more compact than others"
"Mr. Baquette"
#22
Lee's Sandwiches
4.0
(4)
"There is a chain called Lee's Sandwiches that has amazing fresh-baked French bread."
"I actually love Lees, they saved my ass in college when $3 sandwiches and $1 baguettes right next to my shuttle stop."
"For mainstream - Lee's Sandwich (YMMV 7.50 )"
"Nobody likes Lees? 75th ave & Thunderbird."
#23
Cali Banh Mi
4.0
(4)
"I'll recommend Banh Mi Cali for banh mi."
"Banh Mi Cali for banh mi"
"For Banh Mi, Banh Mi Cali and it’s not even close."
"Cali banh mi is good. They’ve gone a little downhill as of late but cold cuts and head cheese here historically have been nice."
#24
Che-Lo
4.0
(4)
"I do like Che-lo in Union City. Good food, and the lady who owns it is super kind."
"I do enjoy a Che-Lo Bahn Mi... but I do prefer their brisket over their pork belly."
"Che-lo is so good! I find that if you go during lunch when the baguette is fresh, it’s nice crispy and flakey."
"Che-lo sandwiches in Union city"
#25
Banh Mi Saigon 8
5.0
(3)
"It blew every other Olympia area Bahn Mi out of the water."
"BANH MI SAIGON 8!"
#26
Westboro Subs
5.0
(3)
"Westboro Subs, get the BBQ pork one and ask for Chin Su sauce."
"Banh Mi Yes, Westboro Subs and Mama Mai are all superior."
"Westboro Subs hands down hit the spot for me."
#27
Saigon Vietnamese Sandwich Deli
5.0
(3)
"Is the go-to."
"Get the #1. That’s is all."
"Their chicken banh mi is so good. I eat it once a week."
#28
Mekong Sandwiches
5.0
(3)
"Mekong sandwiches are the best bahn mis in the valley"
"Mekong Sandwiches is my go-to banh mi place and I love them."
"Mekong Sandwiches is the best!! Its in downtown Mesa just a short drive from Tempe. Very affordable and freshest crunchy bread."
#29
Ba Le French Sandwich Shop
5.0
(3)
"Banh mi Blvd, bale french, cali baguette express. All excellent."
"Bale French on Mira Mesa Blvd is my joint. Been going for almost 10 years. Most affordable & tasty!"
"Ba Le French Sandwich Shop On University Ave is an awesome mom & pop joint."
#30
Nho Kitchen
4.7
(3)
"15 Tea north of River Park and Nho Kitchen are my go to’s."
"Nho Kitchen has a variety and great Bahn Mi!"
"Their sandwiches are really good."
#31
Banh Mi Ba Le
4.7
(3)
"You gotta pay homage to the OG: Banh Mi Ba Le on Bolsa. I've been going there for years and it's consistently great! They make their own head cheese deli meat too."
"Make the trek to Oakland on Friday to Sunday and check out Banh Mi Ba Le."
"Banh Mi Ba Le. Open Fri-Sun."
#32
La Delicious
4.7
(3)
"La delicious bread is amazing."
"They’re in maplewood now. They still have the BEST Bahn Mis."
"La Delicious in Maplewood!"
#33
THH
4.7
(3)
"By far one of my favorite bánh mì thịt nướng (grilled pork) out of all the bánh mì places here. The umami of the pork, the generous slathering of garlic aioli, the garnish of green onion oil... I'm partial to the THH location in Fountain Valley; I swear they do something different to the grilled pork there."
"For the best so far - THH ( YMMV 6.50 )"
"The one most recommended is in Tustin on Newport Ave"
#34
Saigon Sandwich
4.3
(3)
"Saigon sandwich in the TL. $5 sandwich"
"Saigon Sandwich in TL."
"I prefer their chicken. Their tofu is good too."
#35
K's Sandwiches
4.3
(3)
"I also really like K sandwiches and so glad when they rebuilt after the fire."
"K's sandwich is my personal favourite. I've tried about 15 different Bahn mi places and K's is the best combination of tasty while still being quite cheap."
"K Sandwiches has a nice selection of snacks but their Bánh Mì is mid."
#36
Lee's
4.0
(3)
"Lee's at that shopping center near Save Mart Centre."
"Lees by maya is tasty."
"Lee’s and thh are both so good to me."
#37
Yum Choice
4.0
(3)
"But for $7.98 and actual char grill marks! I have a hard time paying $15 for a bahn mi anywhere else."
"The Yum Choice downtown. For $7.98 it can't be beat, they select the best jalapeños"
"Yummy Choice at 10th and P. The owners are super friendly, prices are reasonable, and everything is tasty."
#38
My Dung
4.0
(3)
"I agree with my dung. Also, thien huong"
"My dung is the way"
"My Dung. Bring cash."
#39
Saiguette
5.0
(2)
"Saiguette is incredible, but take out only, great to eat in the park when it’s warm out. Banh is very good and has sit down"
"That bread is so fluffy, warm and crispy at the same time. The pork belly is fatty and crunchy. So good, must try and do please let me know."
#40
JoJu
5.0
(2)
"Joju is rock solid"
"JoJu in Elmhurst has banh mi that really hits the spot for me."
#41
Yummy Bakery
5.0
(2)
"Yummy Bakery!! They are the best! Get the house special or the roast pork."
"Yummy bakery (đặc biệt and heo quay are good too)."
#42
My Hang
5.0
(2)
"My Hang - $6, buy 5 get 1 free - My parents only buy from here."
"My hang Vietnamese submarine on somerset is great."
#43
VDR
5.0
(2)
"VDR just off the Parade in Norwood. Start of Edward Street"
"Outshines everywhere else"
#44
Dong Hung Vien Bakery
5.0
(2)
"Đông Hưng Viên is the goat. Their vegan stuff is A++++"
"Dong Hung Vien Bakery is where it's at for vegetarian/vegan-friendly banh mi (and veganized Vietnamese pastries)."
#45
Little Saigon
5.0
(2)
"Ha Tien on University turned into Little Saigon. And they have my favorite Bahn Mis."
"Is my pick for sure"
#46
Le Banh Mi
5.0
(2)
"Le Banh Mi is delicious."
"I think these are the best value."
#47
The Sandwich Shoppe
5.0
(2)
"The Sandwich Shoppe and Boba House express."
"The right answer is The Sandwich Shoppe."
#48
Banh Mi Love
5.0
(2)
"Bahn mi love in stonestown! So good."
"I really like Banh Mi Love by Stonestown."
#49
Banh Mi Viet
5.0
(2)
"Banh Mi Viet on divisadero has an amazing fish cake bahn mi"
"I always go to Bahn Mi Viet at 518 Divisadero st."
#50
An Chi
5.0
(2)
"An Chi is crackin and they don’t skimp you on the meats"
"An Chi on Geary in the Richmond"
#51
Banh Mi Spot
5.0
(2)
"Banh Mi Spot on Frankford Ave in Fishtown is awesome."
"Banh Mi Spot in Fishtown on Frankford Ave has great food."
#52
Fu Wah
5.0
(2)
"Fu Wa was my intro to banh mi and it’s still my favorite."
"Fu Wah would be my vote."
#53
Xankia
5.0
(2)
"When I have a craving for bahn mi I go to Xankia. Good price and tasty."
"Xankia is really hard to beat imo. Get their grilled pork one."
#54
Vinh Xuong
5.0
(2)
"Vinh xuong on Alameda and fed is The bomb."
"Vinh Xuong has specials on the weekend like pork belly and spicy duck."
#55
Pickle
5.0
(2)
"Pickle doesn’t mess around when it comes to hefty Bahn Mis!"
"Pickle Banh Mi is probably my favorite."
#56
Lokal
5.0
(2)
"Lokal is so so good!!"
"I live on the westside and my go-to is Lokal in culver or nong la."
#57
Nong La
5.0
(2)
"The banh mi is $16, enormous, and freaking delicious."
"Nong La has a location on La Brea closer to Beverly/Melrose district as well. Pricier but the sandwich is huge."
#58
Mendocino Farms
5.0
(2)
"Mendocino Farm's has an amazing one on their permanent menu"
"Mendocino Farms has a Banh Mi that is my all-time fav"
#59
5 Roll House
5.0
(2)
"Gets my pick 100%."
"The lady is so sweet and they taste amazinnggg"
#60
Nhu Lan
4.5
(2)
"They are #1 for the roast pork roll."
"Nhu Lan in Eden Center."
#61
Chubbies Takeaway
4.5
(2)
"Chubbies’s takeaway has a banging chicken variation."
"Chubbies Tabeaway is about as good as the Curtain joint."
#62
Phoever
4.5
(2)
"Phoever in Gardena per my husband who wouldn’t skip a banh mi if they serve at a restaurant"
"They’re tasty af!"
#63
TD Rolls
4.5
(2)
"In Woodville Gardens (right behind Arndale shopping centre)"
"I literally love TD Rolls but its getting expensive."
#64
Ilana Coffee
4.5
(2)
"Ilana coffee , very good simple banh mi’s"
"Spot i go to often is Ilana Coffee."
#65
Vietnameezy
4.5
(2)
"The bread, the pâté, the pickles… it’s so well balanced."
"I think I need to go to Vietnameezy, I have heard good things."
#66
Com Tam Ninh Kieu
4.5
(2)
"Cơm Tấm Ninh Kiều in the Bronx has a brisket and bone marrow banh mi that is out of this world."
"I get the lemongrass chicken with hella hoisin and sriracha."
#67
Pho Avina
4.5
(2)
"I second Pho Avina- that was my go to spot when I went there."
"GO across the street from West to Pho Avina."
#68
Saigon Bakery
4.5
(2)
"Saigon Bakery FTW."
"Saigon Bakery on San Gabriel Blvd sells pretty good banh mi bread."
#69
Banh Mi Station
4.5
(2)
"Banh Mi station - lemongrass pork or fried chicken is the answer my friend."
"I dig Banh Mi Station."
#70
Yummy Deli
4.5
(2)
"Yummy Deli in South Central Everett."
"Yummy Deli is really good."
#71
Banh Mi Blvd
4.5
(2)
"Banh mi Blvd, bale french, cali baguette express. All excellent."
"Banh Mi Boulevard in Mira Mesa is good. Bonus for having Banh Mi burritos and tacos"
#72
Thien An
4.5
(2)
"I agree Thien An makes excellent banh mis."
"I need to check out Thien An again."
#73
Cafe Bunn Mi
4.5
(2)
"The crispy chicken one is so good!"
"They have a five spice chicken one that’s pretty good too!"
#74
Bé Ù
4.5
(2)
"Bé Ù is excellent."
"Be u in virgil village."
#75
Kim's
4.5
(2)
"Kim's at Chic's Beach Shopping Center on Shore and Pleasure House. Hands down the best."
"Kim's on J st has very solid banh mi"
#76
Banh Appetit
4.5
(2)
"Banh Appetit in Dinkytown is delicious and has the best fries in the metro."
"Banh Appetit Has super tasty and huge ones"
#77
Noi Noi
4.5
(2)
"Noi Noi banh mis and phos are excellent!"
"Noi noi in gunners is pretty good"
#78
Lynda Sandwiches
4.5
(2)
"Banh Mi Saigon is the absolute best but I'm partial to Lynda Sandwiches."
"Lynda Sandwiches 9/10 and Carrot & Daikon 8/10."
#79
Banh Mi Co Ut
4.0
(2)
"Banh Mi Co Ut is still my favorite in the city."
"This one is the best tasting but they’re so stingy with the toppings and sauce."
#80
Banh Mi Che Cali
4.0
(2)
"Banh Mi Che Cali is GOATED for their buy 2 get 1 deal."
"For value - Banh Mi Che Cali (French bread sandwiches Buy 2 get 1 free. Currently 6 bucks each)"
#81
Bao-n-Baguette
4.0
(2)
"Bao-n-Baguette (the special combination - đặc biệt is the bomb)"
"I personally enjoy Bao N’ Baguette off Brookhurst/Edinger. It’s not to everyone’s taste though."
#82
Banh Mi Crunch
4.0
(2)
"The lemongrass beef from banh mi crunch is soooo good"
"Banh mi crunch inner sunset"
#83
Banh Mi Zon
4.0
(2)
"Is great."
"I have enjoyed Banh Mi Zon. Both the traditional pork ones and the chicken ones are great."
#84
Huong Phu
4.0
(2)
"Or Van Sandwiches."
#85
Pho Hue Oi
4.0
(2)
"Your best bet is probably Pho Hue Oi in Redondo Beach (and Torrance soon). I like their ribeye banh mi with a fried egg added and extra jalapeños."
"When I'm in the mood for Banh Mi I go to Pho Hue Oi in Redondo Beach. When I'm REALLY craving Banh Mi I go all the way to Nguyen's Kitchen in Carson."
#86
O Bach
4.0
(2)
"Second vote for O Bach in tuggeranong."
"O Bach in Tuggeranong. Across the road from Bunnings."
#87
Ms Ba Co
4.0
(2)
"Schnitzel banh mi from airport Ms Ba Co"
"Ms Ba Cô at majura park was excellent last time I had it."
#88
Banh Mi DC
4.0
(2)
"Banh Mi DC on Rte 50"
"Banh Mi DC"
#89
Au Coeur de Paris
4.0
(2)
"Au Coueur is on Bushard and Edinger and their shredded chicken and vietnamese sandwiches are great. Kinda small, but tasty."
"Au Coeur de Paris in Westminster and Boulangerie Pierre & Patisserie in Garden Grove"
#90
A Chau
4.0
(2)
"A chau is good. Good egg rolls too"
"As a City Heights baby i’m partial to A Chau"
#91
KG Bakery
4.0
(2)
"2nding KG's loaves!"
"KG Bakery is in the same part of town and has wonderful loaves, too, just FYI."
#92
Banh Mi Eatery
3.5
(2)
"Banh Mi Eatery https://g.co/kgs/VvPm8vZ"
"Personally, I prefer the latter."
#93
Nguyen's Kitchen
3.5
(2)
"Give Nguyen's Kitchen a try, and get some popcorn chicken with your Banh Mi. Drown it in the green sauce."
"Nguyens kitchen banh mi is definitely decent, absolute shame they have to blast awful pop music at full volume tho lol"
#94
Pho 43
4.0
(1)
"Pho 43 is gonna be one of the first I try."
#95
Kim Phung
4.0
(1)
"Kim Phung - Eden Center"
#96
Caphe Banh Mi
4.0
(1)
"Caphe Bahn Mi in old town was great but I haven’t been in a few years"
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