As one of Vietnam’s most popular dishes, the humble bánh mì is beloved by locals and tourists alike. It’s no surprise, given the sandwich contains everything you need: a crunchy baguette, cold cuts, rich pâté, pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and when you top it all off with a drizzle of soy sauce and a few burning chillies, you’ve got a meal that hits all the spots. If you’re planning a perfect day in Saigon, no trip is complete without stopping for a bánh mì along the way. This guide should help point you in the right direction.
These locations come from recommendations from people who live in Ho Chi Minh City that we've recently profiled.
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Bánh Mì Heo Quay - Tuyền Ký: Unbeatable Roast Pork Bánh Mì in Thảo Điền
Recommended by Cuong, Tommy, Kim.
About Bánh Mì Heo Quay - Tuyền Ký: Known for their bánh mì heo quay (roast pork) and bánh mì vịt quay (roast duck), this store on Xuân Thủy street is the best place to try a different type of bánh mì. Pick one up, grab a nước mía (sugarcane juice), and take a stroll through Thảo Điền while munching on this delightful sandwich.
Price: 20k for a bánh mì heo quay, 35k for a bánh mì vịt quay
Address: 56 Xuân Thủy, Thảo Điền, An Khánh
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Bánh Mì Hiền: Homemade Pate & Butter Bánh Mì in Phú Nhuận
Recommended by Oanh
About Bánh Mì Hiền: A stall that’s known for the traditional bánh mì style, Bánh Mì Hiền has been open for around fifteen years. Loved for its rich and creamy homemade butter and pâté, these ingredients serve as the ideal counterpart to the rest of the sandwich.
Price: From 20k to 30k
Address: 71 Đ. Nguyễn Đình Chiểu, Phường 4
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The Bánh Mì Lady - Outside TNR Saigon: Bùi Viện’s Legendary Stall
Recommended by Chad and Stephanie
About The Bánh Mì Lady: Something of an if-you-know-you-know type of spot, the bánh mì lady outside TNR is a must-visit last stop after you’ve spent a night drinking and dancing. With no presence online, it’s hard to provide much information about the place but what I can tell you is they’re always open late and you’ve got to add cheese to your bánh mì—never has the Vietnamese sandwich been so perfectly decadent.
Price: From 50k to 100k
Address: 57 Đỗ Quang Đẩu, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Bến Thành
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Bánh Mì T: Phú Nhuận's Affordable Bánh Mì That Keeps You Full
Recommended by Tommy
About Bánh Mì T: As Tommy says, “This [bánh mì] makes you full for only 20k”. A store that’s been open for more than twenty years, Bánh Mì T has stood the test of time because it’s kept its prices affordable while never skimping on ingredients. Expect a bánh mì that’s stuffed with meats, pâté, and pickled vegetables.
Price: 28k for a regular, 35k for a special
Address: 38 Phan Đăng Lưu, Phường 5
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Bánh Mì Thịt Nướng Chang'S: Grilled Pork Bánh Mì with Landmark 81 Views
Recommended by Quan
About Bánh Mì Thịt Nướng Chang'S: Located right by Café des Stagiaires, this stall is famed for its bánh mì thịt nướng (grilled pork). According to Quan, “the grilled pork bánh mì there hits different, and even better is that they’re open late at night”. If that wasn’t enough to convince you, they also do a Western fusion bánh mì cuộn which are essentially bánh mì’s inside of a burrito wrap!
Price: 25k for a bánh mì thịt nướng, 30k for a bánh mì cuộn
Address: 10 Đường số 54, Thảo Điền, An Khánh
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Bánh Mì 362: A Bánh Mì Paradise For All Types of Sandwiches
Recommended by Alex
About Bánh Mì 362: An all-in-one bánh mì store, Bánh Mì 362 is a great place to sample the various bánh mì’s available in Vietnam. Whether that’s bánh mì cá hộp (canned fish), bánh mì gà (chicken), or a bánh mì xíu mại (meatballs), they’ve got everything to satisfy your cravings. Besides that, 362 is also located inside a brick-and-mortar store—this means you can relax inside while trying as many bánh mì as you can handle!
Price: From 49k to 64k
Addresses:
- Bánh Mì 362 District 1: 25 Trần Cao Vân, Đa Kao
- Bánh Mì 362 District 2: 103 Thảo Điền, An Khánh
- Bánh Mì 362 District 2: 50 Ngô Quang Huy, Thảo Điền, An Khánh
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Bánh Mì Huynh Hoa: A Bánh Mì Behemoth Classic in District 1
Recommended by Steven, Shōzō & Tatsuo
About Bánh Mì Huynh Hoa - Lê Thị Riêng: Perhaps the most famous bánh mì store in Saigon, eating at Bánh Mì Huynh Hoa is like a Saigonese rite of passage. From long queues to the biggest bánh mì that you’ve ever seen in your life, this is a must-try for the hungry traveller. As a pro tip, order one for every two people you’re with. Want another tip? Order through Grab to skip standing in line.
Price: 61k for a M-sized special, 78k for a L-sized special
Address: 26 Lê Thị Riêng, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Bến Thành
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Bánh Mì Oanh: A Classic Sidewalk Bánh Mì Stall in District 1
Recommended by Claudia
About Bánh Mì Oanh: A roadside bánh mì stall that does the classics right, Bánh Mì Oanh reminds you why this Vietnamese dish is one of the greatest sandwiches in the world. From a crispy baguette to fresh ingredients that don’t overpower one another, Bánh Mì Oanh is also quite large which means you can eat one and leave pretty full.
Price: 45k for a bánh mì thập cẩm (assorted fillings)
Address: 290 Lý Tự Trọng, Bến Thành
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Bánh Mì Lão Phù: A Cute Cafe with Combo Bánh Mì Deals in District 7
Recommended by Chad Kubanoff
About Bánh Mì Lão Phù: The perfect bánh mì joint for those visiting or living in District 7, Bánh Mì Lão Phù does everything well. From friendly, English-speaking staff to their combo deals that let you get a bánh mì and a drink at a discount cost, all these factors make Lão Phù an ideal stop-off point while you’re in the area. If you’re craving something more Western, they even offer corndogs and hotdogs!
Price: From 29k for a regular bánh mì, from 38k for a combo deal
Address: I17 Số 38, Phường 6, Khánh Hội
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Bánh Mì 37: A Local Favourite Grilled Xíu Mại Bánh Mì in District 1
Recommended by Trụ
About Bánh Mì 37: Located at the entrance to one alleyway 37 in District 1, this stall has perfected the art of grilling xíu mại (pork meatballs) over charcoal and serving those inside a delightfully crunchy baguette. What you get is a juicy, meaty, reasonably-priced and reasonably-sized bánh mì that you can eat while you continue to explore the city center. Expect a line but that’s part of the fun—wait while fragrant smoke billows and leaves your mouth watering!
Price: 30k for a bánh mì xíu mại
