Authentic Vietnamese banh mi w/ fresh in-house baked bread & HUGE sandwiches. Try the #1 signature or the Special! Skip if you dislike toasted bread.
This Vietnamese sandwich shop is celebrated for its fresh, in-house baked bread and generous fillings, often cited as a standout in the bustling Chinatown area. While many rave about the signature banh mi, particularly the "Special" and the cold cut with pate, some diners have found certain proteins underseasoned or the bread dry. The Vietnamese iced coffee also receives mixed reviews, with some finding it authentic and others deeming it unremarkable for the price.
The banh mi here is the star, lauded for its fresh, in-house baked bread and plentiful fillings. The "Special" and the cold cut with pate banh mi are frequently recommended. While many enjoy the authentic flavors, a minority have reported issues with underseasoned proteins or overly dry/toasted bread. The Vietnamese iced coffee garners mixed reactions, with some finding it a genuine taste of Vietnam and others considering it average.
"The 'Special' banh mi and the cold cut meat with pate banh mi are frequently recommended, praised for their fresh, in-house baked bread and generous fillings."
Customers generally praise the authentic Vietnamese flavors, especially the fresh bread and generous fillings of the banh mi. However, a few find some dishes underseasoned or the bread too dry/toasted.
Important Note
The restaurant is cash only. Some customers have experienced dry or hard bread, and some find the proteins or pickled vegetables to be underseasoned.
"The user praised Bánh Mì Cổ Út for their banh mi, specifically noting that they bake their bread in-house and are generous with fillings."
Positive"The user highlighted the exceptional bread at Banh Mi Co Ut, noting its lightness and crispness at any time of day."
Positive"The user praised Banh Mi Co Ut, along with Kam Hing and KJUN."
Positive"The user expressed jealousy that the commenter eats banh mi from Banh Mi Co Ut weekly, reiterating that it surpassed their regular spot in Boston."
Positive"Banh Mi Co Ut is listed as a takeout recommendation."
Neutral"The user eats at Banh Mi Co Ut at least once a week and finds their banh mi great."
Positive"The user found the banh mi to be excellent, praising the fresh bread and generous toppings. They stated it surpassed their usual banh mi place in Boston."
Positive"The commenter suggested trying Banh Mi Co Ut, noting that they offer 'extra' ingredients on their menu and sell bread and cold cuts separately."
Neutral"The user is looking for lunch recommendations in the SoHo area, mentioning Banh Mi Co Ut and noting it is cash only."
Neutral"This commenter prefers Ba Xuyen but acknowledges the quality of the pork belly at Bánh Mì Cô Út. They expressed a wish that the bread wasn't toasted so excessively and mentioned no longer living in the Sunset neighborhood."
Neutral"One commenter is a regular at this establishment and has had no issues with the bread, considering it part of their regular rotation."
Positive"A recent diner found the banh mi to be acceptable, noting that while the filling was not particularly outstanding, the bread did not pose any problems."
Neutral"Banh mi co ut was recommended by a Vietnamese friend."
Positive"The original poster found the bread of their banh mi to be consistently dry and hard, causing discomfort. However, they praised the interior of the sandwich as the best they've ever had and questioned if their experience was unusual or typical."
Negative"Banh Mi Co Ut was listed as a recommendation for Chinatown."
Neutral"The user liked the Vietnamese iced coffee but found it lacked uniqueness and was small for the price, concluding it wasn't bad but wouldn't reorder."
Neutral"Banh Mi Co Ut was listed as a recommended Banh Mi spot."
Positive"Banh Mi Co Ut is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Positive"Banh Mi Co Ut is mentioned as a place to get banh mi."
Neutral"Banh Mi Co Ut is listed as a Vietnamese restaurant option."
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