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LITTLE KIRIN

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Phone: (347) 605-7646

Address: 81 SAINT MARKS PLACE 10003

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TLDR

Innovative Asian-fusion sandwiches on perfect ciabatta, including a viral pho French dip. A go-to spot for unique handheld delights beyond the standard deli.

Reddit Sentiment for LITTLE KIRIN(based on 22 Reddit opinions)

73% Positive23% Neutral5% Negative

Tags

vietnamese 7asian fusion 3fusion 3pho 6sandwich 5banh mi 3View All

Neighborhoods

East Village

Instagram Posts References

The post features the pho sandwich from Little Kirin, a dish described as a 'handheld delight' that reminds one of why they first fell in love with sandwiches. Chef Brendan is credited as the mastermind behind this creation. The sandwich is assembled with a baguette, braised beef, hoisin, jalapenos, herbs, and onions, and is designed to be dipped in a potent broth.

Other Article Mentions

Lists, round-ups, and guides where this restaurant is featured.

Mentioned In
The Best Sandwich Shops in NYC
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Taku Sando reviews Little Kirin in the East Village, a small shop with a limited menu that includes Vietnamese-inspired sandwiches served on a flavorful ciabatta-like bread.

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Details

Located in the East Village, this compact shop specializes in creative, Asian-fusion sandwiches served on ciabatta-like bread that perfectly holds sauces [1]. The menu is most celebrated for its reimagined banh mi, particularly the short rib version that can be paired with a rich pho dipping broth [2]. While the overwhelming majority of feedback is glowing, one diner found the signature dip to be underwhelming and overpriced [3].

Food Overview

The menu focuses on Vietnamese-inspired fusion, with standout items like the pho-dipping short rib banh mi [2], the popular Grandma's Braised Pork sandwich [1], and an excellent fried chicken sandwich [4]. Customers also consistently praise the loaded tots as a must-try side dish [5].

Highlights / Recommended

"The pho sandwich (or 'pho French dip') is a highly acclaimed signature, often described as an exceptional handheld experience [2], [4]. The fried chicken sandwich is also frequently cited as a preferred favorite [4]."

Mentioned Dishes:

  • •pho sandwich(6)
  • •pho sandwich with broth(2)

Customer Sentiment

Patrons generally rave about the creative menu and high-quality sandwiches, frequently calling them some of the best in the city [2]. However, experiences with the signature dipping broth can be polarizing, with some diners finding the value or execution lacking [3].

Reddit Opinions & Reviews

Top Reddit Posts About LITTLE KIRIN

Pho French Dip
This thread is a deep dive into the restaurant's signature banh mi, featuring extensive discussion on the unique pho dipping broth.
Little Kirin Fried Chicken Sandwich
A dedicated discussion where users compare the popular pho sandwich against the restaurant's fried chicken sandwich.
NYC's Best Loaded Fries
This post highlights the restaurant's loaded tots, which are so well-regarded that a user attempted to recreate them at home.

Recent Reddit Mentions

From post: Which Restaurants Recently Exceeded Your

"The user had a pho sandwich with broth from Little Kirin and found it to be outstanding, calling it one of the best sandwiches they've ever had."

Positive
Jun 24, 2026View Comment →

From post: Recommendations For Sandwich Restaurants That Are

"This commenter recommended the Pho sandwich at Little Kirin, calling it 'bomb ass'."

Positive
Jun 13, 2026View Comment →

From post: Wheres The Best French Dip In Brooklyn Manhattan

"This user found Little Kirin's 'pho French dip' to be extraordinarily underwhelming, lacking flavor and being overpriced for the portion size."

Negative
May 13, 2026View Comment →

From post: Wheres The Best French Dip In Brooklyn Manhattan

"Little Kirin offers a 'pho French dip' (short rib banh mi dipped in pho broth) which the user claims is better than other French Dips."

Positive
May 13, 2026View Comment →

From post: Anyone Have Any Rec For To Go Lunch Places In The

"Little Kirin is listed as a recommendation."

Neutral
May 9, 2026View Comment →

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