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    Share your favorite place so that if any of us are far away from home, we can satisfy our yearnings for a good sandwich in any part of the country. Difference of opinions will arise, but remember that we are all bound by one common thread- the search and appreciation of a good banh mi sandwich. So please, house rules are to comment only your favorite. Lets just discuss the positives and where the recommended eateries are. Do not post any negative comments about any banh mi place, because we would rather spend our precious time eating than reading any negative, non-constructive comments. No haters, only banh mi lovers.

    Visit the comments for places that have been shared already. When we get a chance we’ll add your share onto the map.  (We are just going off of what people submit.  Please double check local guides for visiting the locations.)

    Comment to share your opinions on the best places and any that we’ve missed:

    Area Directory – Chicago

  • Ba Le French Bakery
  • Fan Si Pan
  • Nhu Lan
  • Park Grill
  • Pho 888
  • Area Directory – Michigan

  • Que Huong
  • Area Directory – Minnesota

  • Jasmine Deli
  • Saigon Deli
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  • Ba Le Bakery & Cafe
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  • Lac Viet Market
  • Pho Hoa (formerly Pho Superior)
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    1. lifeinrecipes March 13th, 2008 3:38 pm :

      Pho Hoa

      When in Cleveland and a craving for Banh Mi strikes, head downtown to the almost-hidden spare little spot that is Pho Hoa (known previously as Superior Pho). The bread and fillings are crunchy and fresh, the flavors sparkle and burst in your mouth. The Pho is also a winner – try the Pho and Bahn Mi combo that will leave your belly happy and full, and your wallet the same. Don’t confuse this spot for the more street-visible #1 Pho, which is #1 in ambience.
      Heidi

      Pho Hoa
      3030 Superior Ave.
      Cleveland OH 44114
      216/781.7462

    2. Andrew Becker November 1st, 2008 3:39 pm :

      Bahn Mi in Madison Hts MI

      There are good Bahn Mi sandwiches at a place called Que Hong (now might be Thuy Trang, was Vy Nga) at 30491 John R Rd in Madison Hts, MI. There is also a bakery nearby that sells the sandwiches pre-made (not as good as fresh from Que Hong) and also sells the tasty baguettes.

    3. HongVan Tran February 28th, 2009 3:40 pm :

      My favorite in Chicago

      One of my top fav is Ba Le, which is already on the list. The other place I really like to eat Banh Mi at is

      Pho Xe Lua

      1021 W Argyle St
      (between Kenmore Ave & Sheridan Rd)
      Chicago, IL 60640
      (773) 275-7512

      You can ask for them to warm up the Banh Mi, it’ll come out warm, crispy on the outside, warm, sweet, and soft inside. I eat it with the red crushed peppers there. It’s awesome.

    4. Hannelore Yang May 24th, 2009 3:40 pm :

      My Favorite Banh Mi In Saint Paul, MN

      Everyone who comes to Minnesota whether they live in here or just coming for a vacation. If you want the BEST banh mi, you’ve got to go to SAIGON in Saint Paul, MN. It’s located on University Avenue. Go there and YOU WON’T BE DISAPPOINTED!

    5. humberto solis July 21st, 2009 3:41 pm :

      bon bon

      bon bon has the best banh mi in chicago bon bon is at 2333 w north ave in wicker park the tofu is outta this world

    6. Cori August 2nd, 2009 3:41 pm :

      Best Banh Mi is from Saigon in MN!

      I agree with the other poster, Saigon on University in St. Paul has absolutely the best banh mi EVER! I always get the Saigon Special it has everything! And is SOOOOO yummy!

    7. Tom August 15th, 2009 3:39 pm :

      Favorites in Chicago

      Apr 16th, 2008 by Tom

      My two favorites in Chicago,

      Nhu Lan
      2612 W Lawrence Ave
      (between Rockwell St & Talman Ave)
      Chicago, IL 60625

      Ba Le
      5018 N. Broadway Ave.,
      Chicago, Il

    8. John M December 30th, 2009 12:30 pm :

      Xinh Xinh Cafe in Urbana, IL. Best baguettes anywhere in the twin cities.

      http://www.yelp.com/biz/xinh-xinh-cafe-urbana-2

    9. Christine Y March 11th, 2010 9:36 am :

      The best banh mi is at Saigon Sisters at the French Market! I’ve tried “The Porky” and “The Sun Tanned Cow” and wowwwww they are good – next up is “The Meatball!” Yum!

      http://www.saigonsisters.com
      The Chicago French Market
      131 N. Clinton Street, Chicago, IL 60661
      (773) 878-7147

    10. Taylor March 11th, 2010 10:42 am :

      I am new to the Banh mi, but I really enjoyed a sandwich at Bon Bon in Wicker Park Chicago. It is also one of the best deals in the city!

      http://bonbonsandwiches.com/
      2333 W. North Ave.
      Chicago, IL 60647
      773-278-5800
      Store Hours: 10am-8pm everyday
      (except Mondays open til 7pm)

    11. kdawg June 17th, 2010 7:01 am :

      In Indiana, Greenleaf is amazing. In Avon, at 10240 E. US Highway 36 and in West Lafayette at 111 S. River Rd, Ste G. Really tasty.

    12. Cincinnati Bites June 20th, 2010 8:46 am :

      There’s a little cafe inside the public library in downtown Cincinnati serving Banh Mi:

      Le’s Cafe
      800 Vine St.
      Cincinnati, OH 45202
      513-665-3339

    13. Saigon Sisters July 4th, 2010 9:45 am :

      We serve high grade meats and fresh produce in our banh mi, spring rolls, bun salads, and pho in our first location at the Chicago French Market. We are opening our second location with full service and more banh mis and creative services in early fall 2010.

      131 N. Clinton St.
      Chicago, IL 60661
      312-496-0094

      567 W. Lake St.
      COMING SOON!!!

    14. QuarryLaneFarms September 11th, 2010 1:43 pm :

      Great website/resource.

      We did a pretty hilarious write up on banh mi sandwiches in Cleveland.

      After your threesome, you should dip it in some Pho (SFW)
      http://quarrylanefarms.wordpress.com/2010/06/09/after-your-threesome-you-should-dip-it-in-some-pho-sfw/

      QuarryLaneFarms

    15. Krista J October 13th, 2010 10:44 am :

      I was just at the newly opened Saigon Sisters at 567 W Lake St and I was very impressed! I had The Porky and also the Wagyu Bun. They were both delicious…I can’t wait to come back and try some more!!!

    16. Curtis T November 16th, 2010 4:39 pm :

      Mi Li has the best Banh Mi sandwich in Columbus, OH, hands down, mostly because of their exceptional baguettes (it’s perfect, and made to their specification locally). Indo-Chine runs a close second place (two sizes available, also respectable baguettes). Tied for fourth (because neither are worthy of third IMHO) would be Lac Viet on Bethel and Luc’s Asian Market on the Hilltop. Both fail in the bread department, Lac Viet doesn’t even offer pate’, and while Luc’s sandwich meats may be authentic, they’re unwieldily thick cut (think 1/4 thick slabs of head cheese, which makes for a very chewy experience).

      If you’re trying your hand at making your own, I have a hint for the roast pork version. Brine your sliced pork in 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar, 1/4 Cup Salt, 2 Qt’s water, some five spice powder, sliced chiles, and a couple Tbsp to 1/4 Cup Fish Sauce (depending on how “funky” you like it). Brine overnight, then rinse well, pat dry, and roast or grill. Any cut of pork should do, just don’t bother trying to slice up Country Style Ribs (I made this mistake, because I just can’t pass up a sale on meat).

    17. martiey January 9th, 2011 3:32 pm :

      Trung Nam French Bakery in Frogtown (St Paul) has the best Bahn Mi in the Twin Cities! The crust is super crackly, and the flavors perfect without being overwhelming. At $2.50 it’s the best deal in town. When you add their croissant specialties…coconut, apricot, chocolate, cinnamon raisin…Trung Nam wins hands down!

    18. Mike Fischer May 20th, 2011 9:49 am :

      In the Milwaukee area (Greenfield, actually), there’s Banh Mi Nhu Y, 5455 S 27th St. It’s inside the gigantic asian grocery. Great banh mi, and amazing sesame balls. Maybe some day I’ll work up the nerve to try their tapioca beverages.

    19. JP June 1st, 2011 2:13 pm :

      Pho 83 in Shakopee, MN has some fantastic Bahn Mi sandwiches. We really like the Cold Cut style, dipped in our Pho broth. The BBQ Pork is also great. http://www.pho83.com

    20. Lauren June 8th, 2011 11:35 am :

      NEW BANH-MI RESTAURANT IN LEWIS CENTER, OH

      Hey guys I am working at the newest Vietnamese restaurant at the Walmart Plaza in Lewis Center, OH, just up the road from Powell. It is named Banh-Mi (easy, hum?) and we serve sandwiches, Pho soup, Vermicelli and Spring rolls as well as egg rolls. Come visit us!!!

    21. Michelle June 13th, 2011 5:57 am :

      Grilled marinated beef banh mi at Pho Xe Tang (Tank Noodle) at the corner of Argyle and Broadway in Chicago. Perfect amount of sweet with spicy in the beef marinade. Grab a sandwich then head to the Green Mill for some great music and poetry slam. I can’t wait to go back!

    22. Evan H June 15th, 2011 8:42 am :

      Have not tried the St Paul recommendations yet, they sound great though, but the best one on the west side of the Twin Cities is Tranm Anh in Brooklyn Park. Very nice staff, they will customize it to your tastes and a great price.

      8038 Brooklyn Boulevard
      Minneapolis, MN 55445-2407
      (763) 391-0900

      The Viet Iced coffee is ridiculously good, but be ready for a sugar and caffine rush.

      Evan

    23. Vi Huynh August 16th, 2011 7:24 am :

      If you are in the Twin Cities, then you have got to try out ( Lu’s Sandwiches )located in Nicollet ave in Minneapolis. Read so many positive comments on Yelp.com and finally (I) myself decided to try this place out. Now that I have fallen in love with their sandwiches; I want to give my own review of this family owned sandwiche shop, Friendly People, Fresh crispy bread, and the best of all reasonable priced. I will give this place a five star rating, and it will definitely knock the rest of the other sandwich shop around town out of the way.

    24. Amanda September 7th, 2011 9:51 am :

      In Cincinnati, OH:

      Le’s Cafe
      800 Vine St.
      Cincinnati, OH 45202

      This little shop is located in the downtown Cincinnati Public Library by a Vietnamese couple. The banh mi sandwiches are made fresh in front of your eyes. The bread is crispy and delicious and the fillings pack just the right amount of heat. I love these sandwiches because they are fresh, extremely tasty, and very reasonably priced. Enjoy!

    25. Doug November 12th, 2011 8:05 pm :

      In Milwaukee Pho Hai Tuyet.
      Just north of Howard on South 27th street. Not such a great website, but an AWESOME sandwich. Fresh peppers (jalepenos?), greens and some crunchy pickled vegs on red colored pork butt or shoulder. Something else on the meat, maybe pine nuts?
      Based on my recommendation, my friend went there and complained of inattentive service (irrelevant) and lack of meat on the sandwich. I had one two weeks ago that was so hardy I could only eat half and I’m a big eater/large guy. The second half was delicious reheated in my oven at home YUM.
      I think it’s #71 on an admittedly confusing menu. $8 dollars no hollers!
      http://www.phohaituyet.com/

    26. Shona Mosites December 22nd, 2011 4:15 pm :

      Best place to eat on the university of Minnesota Campus in Minneapolis.

      Bun Mi Sandwiches
      604 Washington Ave SE
      Minneapolis, MN 55455

    27. Collin April 2nd, 2012 3:16 pm :

      Buckeye Pho has the best bahn mi ive ever had. a must have.

      761 Bethel Rd
      Columbus, OH 43214
      Phone: (614) 451-2828

    28. Nate December 4th, 2012 10:53 am :

      Best Banh Mi in Chicago…. Dragon Ranch Moonshine & BBQ!

      You can choose between pulled rotisserie chicken, house smoked pulled pork, house smoked chopped brisket, or crispy oven roasted pork belly! Their mouth-watering sandwich comes with pickled daikon, carrots, pea sprouts tossed in a spicy sambal aioli, cilantro, and fresh jalapenos. Sooo good!

      441 N. Clark
      Chicago, IL 60654

      312.955.1900

    29. Xam004 May 28th, 2013 12:49 am :

      In the Milwaukee area, head up to Bayside on the north side of town and go to Pho Hai Tuyet II for amazing pho and a delicious charred pork bahn mi.

    30. Ryan S July 12th, 2013 1:18 pm :

      The best banh mi I have ever had is Bun Mi sandwiches near the University of Minnesota campus. My best friend since childhood is Vietnamese and nothing I ever tried around the cities with him and his family ever compared. Absolutely incredible! They have tons of variety; along with the classics, they have a thai chicken curry banh mi that is to die for. The owners are also very nice and make the effort to get to know their patrons.

    31. t. Wells January 20th, 2014 10:05 am :

      K&T Deli in Indianapolis has the most delicious Banh mi! The bread they use is amazing and all the ingredients are fresh! Location: 3738 Lafayette Rd Ste B Indianapolis, IN.

    32. joe February 22nd, 2014 3:04 pm :

      Pho Viet Nam…delicious. Located on Upton Ave. south of Sylvania Ave.

    33. Candy July 2nd, 2014 11:57 am :

      Current Minneapolis favorite on Nicollet Ave:

      Lu’s Sandwiches

      Address: 2624 S NICOLLET AVE
      MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55443
      PHONE #: 612-870-0350

      http://www.lusandwiches.com/

    34. Hanah Sy October 15th, 2014 10:19 am :

      Noodles Etc.
      Hyde Park, Chicago

      http://www.noodlesetc.com/

      The veggie/tofu banh mi are addictive …

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