Favorite way to keep fit: Running. The one from Saigon seems like the one I might really enjoy. Thanks for stopping by. This is definitively a place not to miss for the best Saigon banh mi. The bánh mì sandwich was born in Saigon in the late 1950s. The perfect sandwich, in my humble opinion. Not surprisingly, banh mi sandwiches feature prominently. Bánh Mì̀ Bà Lan is one of our favorite Danang banh mi local eateries. So many delicious Bánh Mì, I actually didn’t have the chance to try them on my short visit to Vietnam, so I am definitely going back! Since 2015, with her partner, Claire, they travel the world in search of the best local food experiences. I think I’ll treat myself this weekend . Feel free to share your recipe with us. After patiently waiting we made it up to the busy counter. This article has links to products and services we recommend, which we may make a commission from. I love Southeast Asian cuisine. It is filled with pork, pâté, cured ham and a variety of cold cuts. This was bánh mì thịt bò với trứng or #12 on the menu. I’m from Vietnam and I’m so proud of Banh Mi! Thank you so much Rhonda for jumping over onto Authentic Food Quest after the mention on Natalie’s site. I love Vietnamese sandwiches! If it has cheese, it must be tasty. Hope you get to Bahn Mi Queen one day so that you can enjoy it too. Một phần bánh mì ốp la đầy đủ bao gồm trứng, xúc xích hoặc phô mai, bò, xíu mại, rau và bánh mì. In Vietnam, banh mi is used to describe all sorts of different bread based items, but in this case, it’s usually used for the typical personal sized baguettes. I will definitely try that once I visit this place. my family and kids will surely love it. Tiệm bánh mì nằm ở ở 53, Cao Thắng, Quận 3, TP.HCM. She left after only after we showed us the pictures we had taken. But before digging in, I reached for the bottle of black pepper, and added the only thing that could improve it more – the pepper. After waiting in line, we sheltered from the rain and sat down to devour the best banh mi in Ho Chi Minh City. To discuss ways to advertise or partner, please visit our media page. READ MORE: Top 17 Authentic Food in Danang You Want To Have. Hi Mark – In Saigon for the next 10 days – so couldn’t miss the opportunity to try this place, we’re staying in District 3 right next to the park, so a 10 minute walk to this restaurant. Now I really want to!! And he so accurately described the sandwich. It looks like you have tasted a great variety of them. Wow, pure heaven of a write up on the sandwich. After a trip to Cambodia a few years ago I have been itching to get back, see the people, taste the food, find a backalley massage parlor (that was the best). Hi Georgios, great to hear form you, thank you for your support and for watching my videos, really appreciate it. I love the sound of the fresh bread baguette style sandwich. We visited Da Nang several times, each time spending several weeks exploring the local food. These ALL look/sound killer and are making me super hungry to read about. I will be in Viet Nam in the fall and have bookmarked this post for reference right now we are sampling the foods in Barcelona. is this true? In addition to being the original, it was further popularized by Anthony Bourdain when he visited Saigon. Required fields are marked. Khi ăn ốp la với bánh mì nhớ chuẩn bị thêm cà chua, dưa leo và ít rau thơm, tương ớt và nước tương. Looks like an amazing breakfast for a cheap price. Small red plastic tables, and little stools were set up in a line along the side of the road, and customers  sat on the side of the wall, scarfing down breakfast with smiles on their faces. Thanks Valerie for stopping by! Your email address will not be published. As we traveled south to Saigon, we noted the differences in tastes and ingredients used in the Vietnamese sandwich. Rosemary is the chief content writer and strategist on Authentic Food Quest. Great images, it makes one want to eat up the entire portion. Across the room were baguettes toasting to crispy perfection. The pickled daikons and fresh herbs are served on the side. Appreciate your comments and so glad you stopped by!! I mostly loaded it up with veggies! The restaurant is a typical shophouse with a walk-up counter on the exterior where you can choose from several types of banh mì sandwiches. The street food atmosphere could hardly be any better in my opinion. The banh mi sandwich is an experience, different from other typical Vietnamese dishes like pho, but an experience not to be missed. They are definitively delicious in Vietnam. I usually like some items from the veitnam but I think I should try its sandwiches for sure. The Bahn Mi sandwiches in Vietnam are nothing like the ones in the U.S. Don’t let the distance keep you from having a Bahn Mi sandwich Cheers. Bánh mì or banh mi (/ ˈ b ɑː n m iː /, / ˈ b æ n /; Vietnamese: [ɓǎjŋ̟ mî]) is the Vietnamese word for bread.In Vietnamese cuisine, it also refers to a type of short baguette with thin, crisp crust and soft, airy texture inside that is often split lengthwise and filled with various savory ingredients like a submarine sandwich and served as a meal. Try it next time. Indeed, can’t go wrong with banh mi sandwiches. Prepare yourself to drool over these 41 meals, each featuring mouthwatering photos, details, and where you can eat it. The second was #9 with ham and paté, plus the addition of an egg. This looks delicious! no hablo ingles, no se escribirlo pero se leerlo y desde que descubri tu canal en Youtube me encantan todos los videos que subes! Dòng bánh này sẽ sớm phát hành ngay thôi nên các bạn hãy kiên nhẫn chờ Tartine nhé. I need to get to Vietnam. It certainly is a country that has a rich history and an amazing culinary tradition. You can’t go wrong with this place for breakfast. That’s so funny that you had just made yourself a Bahn Mi sandwich That’s an alignment!! I have actually never had a Vietnamese sandwich. A very nice and unexpected treat. At first I was super confused by the concept of a Vietnamese sandwich, but then I remembered the French influence! Xem cách làm món Bánh mì ốp la, Bánh mì ốp la, thịt xông khói nữa nhé. Oh, girl. The first thing we noticed right away was the delicious bread. Have you had banh mi, the famous Vietnamese sandwich? Enjoy your stay in Saigon and enjoy the food. You’ve got to give Bahn Mi sandwiches a try, especially in Vietnam. The mayonnaise that you refer is not mayonnaise. Bánh mì Nguyên Sinh Bánh mì Nguyên Sinh ra đời vào năm 1982. Would love to explore the food in Iran one day!! Yay, another Bahn Mi lover. awesome! I can’t even imagine how delicious they must be over there. An iconic street food in Danang, banh mi sandwiches can be found at street stalls, local bakeries and eateries. Keep up the good work. The salty, spicy, fluffy, and crunchy flavors and textures of this sandwich created a tasty union between two complicatedly different cuisines. Next to that cart was a smaller cart, with ingredients managed by a gruff old man. Bánh Mì Hồng Hoa, not far from where we were staying was another recommended place we tried. Thank you! Banh mi op la. Bánh Canh Quận 6. Thanks Medha…the bahn mi sandwich made me a convert and I think you would love it as well!! It’s never too late, Tami to have Vietnamese food. In every part of Vietnam, vendors and local restaurants sell their own unique interpretation of the sandwich. Coriander, cucumber slices, radish, pickled carrots, and daikon are typically used. The Bahn Mi sandwiches are versatile and you never get tired of them. Haha, that’s alright, next time you can get the eggs! Never been to Vietnam but I looove banh mi. When you get a good bahn mi, you just know it. Instead of cooked meats, it’s filled with a layer of pâté, raw fish cakes and assorted hams. Thanks so much and so glad you enjoyed the article – indeed, pho and bahn mi and many other delicious delights make Vietnam a place to be for the food. When taking my order, the waitress asked how I’d like my eggs cooked, to which I replied, sunny side up, and she nodded with understanding and a smile. For an equal comparison to the Queen of banh mi, we ordered two kinds of sandwiches. This sandwich is a culinary journey filled […], […] the baguette to Cambodia called nom pang in Khmer. “Confusion” is the first word that comes to mind about our experience at Bánh Mì Hòa Mã. Due to its popularity, it lacks the charm of more authentic eateries, Address: 53 Cao Thắng, Phường 3, Quận 3, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, Hours: Open every day from 6:00 am to 11:00 am. I’m a very picky eater so I’m not sure this sandwich would be for me. From you description I can still picture all those motorbikes whizzing past and those perfectly cooked eggs! These were the very first banh mi sandwiches we had in Vietnam and we enjoyed them tremendously. Hey Nathan, thank you for reading, I too didn’t know that until going to Vietnam. Anthony Bourdain always had a way with describing food and I love that he called this sandwich a symphony. i love the op la…. Chúc các bạn có một bữa sáng vui vẻ và ngon miệng! After waiting patiently for our order, we sat at a corner table to savor this delicious Vietnamese sandwich. This looks so delicious! Let us know in the comments below, where you had it and what you thought of it. I have never been there but that sandwich looks so good and tasty. of them I think I ate in Vietnam. Thanks Kristen!! It gives a unique taste to the bánh mì. Cheers and let us know if your travel plans take you to the country. Follow your nose and local recommendations and discover the nuances of this signature Vietnamese sandwich. This look so delicious, and such a flavour packed way to Bánh mì sandwiches! I've also included some of my personal travel eating tips and answered some of your top questions... like "Mark, how do you make money to travel?". One morning I got ready early, and walked over to the restaurant, eager to test their fried sunny side up eggs and baguettes. While exploring the local food specialties in Vietnam, we absolutely fell in love with the banh mi sandwich. While tasty, we also found one of the sauces to be too sweet. Thanks for stopping by. Giá: 17.000đ. In addition to being a World Heritage site, it is also known for its local food specialities. Hanoi, in northern Vietnam is known for unique local specialties. Banh mi, although the term is often used to refer to the famous Vietnamese sandwich, actually just means bread in Vietnamese. Vietname streets look many times cleaner than they do in bangkok city!!! One negative was fatty pork within the meat. I ordered the banh mi op la, and while I did also see that they offered a variety of sandwiches, this is the dish Bánh Mì Hòa Mã is most famous for, and what the majority of their customers, especially the ones eating there instead of taking away, order. And you can find them at almost every street corner. Thanks so much…the Bahn Mi is a delicious sandwich and one that is worth telling the world about!! Hoi An sounds like the best spot with a good mix of meat and salad, I think the 8-meat bánh mì in Ho Chi Minh would’ve been a little too much for me . I’d love to sample it, but flying there is currently not an option. Thanks,Vicky for stopping by! In Orange County, California, there’s no shortage of restaurants selling bánh mì, that delicious Vietnamese sandwich featuring a crunchy baguette filled with grilled meat, pate, fresh and pickled vegetables. Do come back and let us know your experience!! Ooooh these look like deliciously messy sandwiches, and those really are my favorite type! And when you see a banh mi shop or vendor with a line of locals queuing, take your place in line. they look amazing! I keep hearing about this sandwich and now I know why it’s so popular. Hanoi’s proximity to China, the cooler climate and abundance of seafood and fresh fish gives the food a distinct identity. Thank you! I may not be making it to Vietnam anytime soon but I have a Vietnamese restaurants in my neighboorhood. Nihari – Hardcore Meat Breakfast To Begin Your Day in Lahore, Pakistan, Samarkand Travel Guide – Best Food and Things To Do in Ancient Uzbekistan, Highlights of Uzbekistan – 14 Days of Meat, History, and Hospitality. Depending on what part of the country you are in, this Vietnamese sandwich will be prepared in a slightly different manner. this post has made me so hungry I might try and make me one of those myself. Ms. Xuan has been constructing bánh mì for 13 years. On the map, click on “10. Banh Mi’s really are the best sandwiches. Please look around the site and join us by subscribing to our newsletter. The sandwich was very fresh and filled with unique flavors and delicious herbs. “That’s a symphony in a sandwich” is how Anthony Bourdain described the most famous Vietnamese sandwich called the Banh Mì. I had no idea it just was a term for bread, good to know. I love the influence of France with the crusty bread. The 14 Most Delightful Popular Vietnamese Desserts To Indulge In, 10 Surprising Facts You Need To Know About The Food in Vietnam, The Best Pho Soup You Want to Slurp On in Vietnam, Hue Food Guide –  Best Food in Hue & Authentic Restaurants, How To Make Vietnamese Pizza – Best Street Food Recipe. Thanks Carola for stopping by! Check out your local Vietnamese restaurant and do let us know what you think. Do you have a favorite Bahn Mi place in Vietnam? Join the discussion today. Layered with the meat were slices of cucumber, peppers, onion, cilantro and a few shreds of carrots. :p. Hi Ronnie, you can also find Bahn Mi sandwiches in the U.S or Europe. The onions were slightly caramelized and smoky, giving the entire pan of eggs and meat an incredibly sweet oniony flavor. Your description of the bánh mì goes directly to my heart (or I should say my stomach) as I really enjoy this sandwich that can be consider as a complete dish. I haven’t been back there for 20 years, if I’ve ever get a chance to go back to Vietnam , I will definitely visit Banh mi Hoa ma. For desert, recently there has been bánh chuối hấp (steamed gooey banana cakes). Op la, a term that I believe originally comes from the French “oeufs au plat,” means sunny side up eggs. I can almost hear the eggs sizzling as they hit the pan from your comments. We love to hear from you, so tell us what you think. Address: 115 Trần Cao Vân, Sơn Phong, Tp. I always marvel at how inexpensive the food is over there. Bánh Mì Sandwich; a sandwich with a baguette! She is also co-author of, Banh Mi – The Best Vietnamese Sandwich to Fall in Love With [UPDATED 2021], What Is Banh Mi – The Famous Vietnamese Sandwich, Best Vietnamese Bánh Mì in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Bánh Mì Huynh Hoa – Traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi, Banh Mi Hong Hoa – A Solid Option For Vietnamese Sandwich, Best Vietnamese Banh Mi Sandwich in Danang, Central Vietnam, Bánh Mì̀ Bà Lan –  Best Banh Mi in Danang, Best Vietnamese Banh Mi in Hoi An, Central Vietnam, Bánh Mì Queen Hoi An – Our Favorite Banh Mi Sandwich, Bánh Mì Phượng, Hoi An – A Must Try Banh Mi Sandwich, Banh Mì Ngon Best Local Banh Mi Sandwich in Hanoi. Me and my partner are going in February and just wanted to know what time do they close. 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