limited selection nothing like it use to be prices are way inflated for what you get ... super slow service especially if your on lunch break ... was hoping this place with the new boss could be atleast half of what it use to be with a line going out the door ,,marketed as healthy food what a joke .. dont think this place will last long .. next door seems to be getting ready to open so ...
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Dusty Wittman
The owner is super friendly and accommodating. We had the lemongrass tofu banh mi, spring rolls, and egg rolls. All were vegan. The owner is vegan and was very happy to serve fellow vegans. The kids loved it as well. Great prices and great food!!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian and vegan options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veggie Roll or Shrimp Roll
Waylan Yau
I got a fish cake vietnamese sandwich at the early morning when they open. It was very very quiet but the stuff is very friendly.
Black Monty
Their combo sandwich is fire ?
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oliver Maxwell
Chinatown institution that brought Banh Mi to the town back in the day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combo Sandwich
iloveto pop
a little pricey for banh mi. it was bland. got the combo meat.
Food: 3
Service: 5
Wiliam K.
I got a grilled chicken and combination banh mi here. Service wise it was fine, the service was quick and I appreciate the punctuality a ton as someone who doesn't talk a lot. There is also a ton of seating if you desire, and their set up is actually quite organized, so deciding your order is really easy.Flavor-wise is a different story, I'll be breaking this up between freshly made and saved for a couple of hours:I ate the grilled chicken one asap, straight off the bat, the texture of the bread was off. I wasn't sure if the bread was stale or under a heat lamp for too long, but it certainly was hard. The chicken, while having a nice, subtle char to its savory flavor, had various parts where you could tell that it was a little too dry. Not to mention that the various vegetables such as jalapeño and pickled vegetables are on the smaller size for portioning.For my combination order, I left it to rehydrate in the fridge for my next meal over to see if it helped. Straight off the bat, you could tell the bread's texture drastically improved. Additionally, the meats included in the combination banh mi are layered nicely and have a nice, distinctly familiar flavor. The paté itself is actually quite nice as well. However, the portioning for the vegetables were also on the smaller size, and while this was offset by the various layers of meat in this, I still feel like there can be more.Overall, I can't say my experience was entirely awful, I was happy with the service, and actually thoroughly enjoyed the combination banh mi much better. However, considering the price and the fact that you have to let the banh mi sit for a while before being able to enjoy it, I can't say that it was the best banh mí I've had. I feel this can be especially detrimental for things like grilled chicken and grilled pork, which I feel are supposed to be enjoyed warm and fresh in comparison. If you do get banh mí from here, please consider the filling you pick and if you would enjoy it hours later once it's cooled down. The sandwich bread being so hard and needing to be rehydrated from the fillings itself worsens the experience so much.
Tri N.
On a Saturday morning, I decided to try two banh mi sandwiches, the #14 with bbq pork and an op la egg banh mi, from Cam Anh. Unfortunately, both banh mi missed the mark in terms of freshness and flavor. For a solid banh mi, three essential elements are crucial: freshly baked banh mi, fresh ingredients, and flavorful meat. Regrettably, Cam Anh failed to deliver on all three aspects, resulting in a disappointing experience.The bread in the banh mi seemed like it was from yesterday, lacking the softness and freshness that are characteristic of a well-prepared banh mi. This immediately affected the first bite, where the bread and initial filling failed to impress.The second bite was equally underwhelming, as the protein lacked the expected flavor and appeal. The combination of these shortcomings left me unsatisfied with the overall taste and quality of the banh mi sandwiches.In addition to the food, I found the interactions with the staff, particularly one of the ladies who I believe is the owner, to be out of touch. Referring to customers as "dear" without a prior connection can come across as insincere and distant.This dear will not be back.
chris marquez
I'm not sure if the name change, I actually didn't pay attention to it, I'd always remember it being a Chinese restaurant growing up, but that didn't make sense as this is where I discovered Thai ice tea. On my way home, I would stop and get a bite to eat, Photo is old.Vegetarian options: YesKid-friendliness: Yes, mainly to goParking: Basically none existing in this area.Wheelchair accessibility: A little tightDietary restrictions: Yes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica N.
Had the worst banh mi here :-( The beef for my banh mi was microwaved. The beef tasted fishy (idk if the beef was drenched in fish sauce or what but I did not appreciate that it didn't taste like beef). It was lacking a lot of veggies. The sandwich was small for its price.The restroom was out of order, but to be fair, are there even any working restrooms in this area lol
Best place in china town that I've found for Banh Mi. Solid sandwich and they always have some Vietnamese dessert options too. It is about $8 for a sandwich at time of writing which is quite a bit more than what you'd pay down in San Jose but seems pretty standard for this area.Vegetarian options: I know they at least have some tofu dishes.
Matt S.
Excellent bahn mi sandwich, and amazing service. I'll be back! Thanks! Wish I had taken a photo but I inhaled the sandwich and didn't get a chance.
A M
Ban Mi was filling and the service was excellent ?
Nancy L.
Sandwiches are dry, small and expensive. Asked for no peppers, sandwich had peppers. Entree options are limited, $10 for an entree with a side of steamed rice, fried rice or noodles. The Thit Kho was tough and dry too.
limited selection nothing like it use to be prices are way inflated for what you get ... super slow service especially if your on lunch break ... was hoping this place with the new boss could be atleast half of what it use to be with a line going out the door ,,marketed as healthy food what a joke .. dont think this place will last long .. next door seems to be getting ready to open so ...
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
The owner is super friendly and accommodating. We had the lemongrass tofu banh mi, spring rolls, and egg rolls. All were vegan. The owner is vegan and was very happy to serve fellow vegans. The kids loved it as well. Great prices and great food!!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian and vegan options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veggie Roll or Shrimp Roll
I got a fish cake vietnamese sandwich at the early morning when they open. It was very very quiet but the stuff is very friendly.
Their combo sandwich is fire ?
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chinatown institution that brought Banh Mi to the town back in the day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combo Sandwich
a little pricey for banh mi. it was bland. got the combo meat.
Food: 3
Service: 5
I got a grilled chicken and combination banh mi here. Service wise it was fine, the service was quick and I appreciate the punctuality a ton as someone who doesn't talk a lot. There is also a ton of seating if you desire, and their set up is actually quite organized, so deciding your order is really easy.Flavor-wise is a different story, I'll be breaking this up between freshly made and saved for a couple of hours:I ate the grilled chicken one asap, straight off the bat, the texture of the bread was off. I wasn't sure if the bread was stale or under a heat lamp for too long, but it certainly was hard. The chicken, while having a nice, subtle char to its savory flavor, had various parts where you could tell that it was a little too dry. Not to mention that the various vegetables such as jalapeño and pickled vegetables are on the smaller size for portioning.For my combination order, I left it to rehydrate in the fridge for my next meal over to see if it helped. Straight off the bat, you could tell the bread's texture drastically improved. Additionally, the meats included in the combination banh mi are layered nicely and have a nice, distinctly familiar flavor. The paté itself is actually quite nice as well. However, the portioning for the vegetables were also on the smaller size, and while this was offset by the various layers of meat in this, I still feel like there can be more.Overall, I can't say my experience was entirely awful, I was happy with the service, and actually thoroughly enjoyed the combination banh mi much better. However, considering the price and the fact that you have to let the banh mi sit for a while before being able to enjoy it, I can't say that it was the best banh mí I've had. I feel this can be especially detrimental for things like grilled chicken and grilled pork, which I feel are supposed to be enjoyed warm and fresh in comparison. If you do get banh mí from here, please consider the filling you pick and if you would enjoy it hours later once it's cooled down. The sandwich bread being so hard and needing to be rehydrated from the fillings itself worsens the experience so much.
On a Saturday morning, I decided to try two banh mi sandwiches, the #14 with bbq pork and an op la egg banh mi, from Cam Anh. Unfortunately, both banh mi missed the mark in terms of freshness and flavor. For a solid banh mi, three essential elements are crucial: freshly baked banh mi, fresh ingredients, and flavorful meat. Regrettably, Cam Anh failed to deliver on all three aspects, resulting in a disappointing experience.The bread in the banh mi seemed like it was from yesterday, lacking the softness and freshness that are characteristic of a well-prepared banh mi. This immediately affected the first bite, where the bread and initial filling failed to impress.The second bite was equally underwhelming, as the protein lacked the expected flavor and appeal. The combination of these shortcomings left me unsatisfied with the overall taste and quality of the banh mi sandwiches.In addition to the food, I found the interactions with the staff, particularly one of the ladies who I believe is the owner, to be out of touch. Referring to customers as "dear" without a prior connection can come across as insincere and distant.This dear will not be back.
I'm not sure if the name change, I actually didn't pay attention to it, I'd always remember it being a Chinese restaurant growing up, but that didn't make sense as this is where I discovered Thai ice tea. On my way home, I would stop and get a bite to eat, Photo is old.Vegetarian options: YesKid-friendliness: Yes, mainly to goParking: Basically none existing in this area.Wheelchair accessibility: A little tightDietary restrictions: Yes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had the worst banh mi here :-( The beef for my banh mi was microwaved. The beef tasted fishy (idk if the beef was drenched in fish sauce or what but I did not appreciate that it didn't taste like beef). It was lacking a lot of veggies. The sandwich was small for its price.The restroom was out of order, but to be fair, are there even any working restrooms in this area lol
Restaurantji Recommends
Best place in china town that I've found for Banh Mi. Solid sandwich and they always have some Vietnamese dessert options too. It is about $8 for a sandwich at time of writing which is quite a bit more than what you'd pay down in San Jose but seems pretty standard for this area.Vegetarian options: I know they at least have some tofu dishes.
Excellent bahn mi sandwich, and amazing service. I'll be back! Thanks! Wish I had taken a photo but I inhaled the sandwich and didn't get a chance.
Ban Mi was filling and the service was excellent ?
Sandwiches are dry, small and expensive. Asked for no peppers, sandwich had peppers. Entree options are limited, $10 for an entree with a side of steamed rice, fried rice or noodles. The Thit Kho was tough and dry too.
Great food and they give you a lot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5