Last Updated: ~1 month ago
Phone: (917) 567-8211
Address: 369 BROOME STREET 10013
Authentic banh mi sandwiches, a Chinatown gem with rave reviews for chicken lemongrass & house special.
This Vietnamese deli is a beloved spot known for its authentic banh mi. Customers rave about the quality and flavor, with many highlighting the chicken lemongrass and the house special as must-tries. While prices have increased, the sandwiches are still considered a great value, making it a go-to for a delicious and satisfying meal.
The banh mi here receives widespread acclaim, with the chicken lemongrass and house special being frequently recommended. Some diners find the bread quality or the pickle in the vegetables less to their liking, but overall, the consensus is that the sandwiches offer authentic Vietnamese flavors.
"The chicken lemongrass banh mi is a standout, with many considering it among the best they've ever had. The house special and curry banh mi are also highly praised."
Customers overwhelmingly praise this Vietnamese deli for its exceptional banh mi, often comparing it to top-tier establishments.
Important Note
Some customers note that the establishment is cash only, though Venmo is also accepted. There are also mixed opinions on the bread quality and the inclusion of pickles in the banh mi.
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Positive"Saigon Vietnamese Sandwich was included in a list of recommended food establishments for takeout."
Positive"This commenter specifically recommended Saigon Vietnamese deli for its banh mi, also mentioning other spots for sushi and general food."
Positive"Saigon Vietnamese Sandwich Deli was recommended for their 'house special' with extra hoisin."
Positive"Recommends Saigon Vietnamese Sandwich Deli in Manhattan Chinatown as an alternative to Ba Xu Yen."
Positive"The commenter is fortunate to live near Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches and praises the beef/chicken lemongrass and chicken curry dishes, also suggesting adding pate to the house special."
Positive"The commenter strongly disliked Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches, feeling that the owners were not Vietnamese and the banh mi tasted artificial, lacking authentic flavor comprehension."
Negative"The commenter finds Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches to be a solid spot but dislikes the pickle in their banh mi vegetables."
Negative"The commenter believes Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches is much better than Banh Mi Saigon, favoring the dac biet and sometimes the sardine banh mi."
Positive"The commenter prefers Banh Mi Saigon and notes that Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches often ran out of ingredients on their last few visits."
Negative"The commenter disagrees with the original poster, stating that Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches is not comparable to authentic banh mi found in Vietnam."
Negative"The commenter lives near both Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches and Banh Mi Saigon and finds Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches to be much better, describing it as an absolute gem run by a father-son duo."
Positive"The commenter questions if Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches has been struggling, noting recent renovations, increased customer presence, longer hours, and higher prices compared to Banh Mi Saigon."
Neutral"The original poster indicates that a banh mi from Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches currently costs $11.50 and is cash only, though Venmo is also accepted."
Neutral"The commenter used to frequent Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches when working nearby and wonders about its current cost."
Neutral"The commenter prefers Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches (the place mentioned in the original post) after having tried both it and Banh Mi Saigon multiple times."
Positive"The commenter disputes the claim that Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches is among the best banh mis, particularly criticizing the bread quality compared to authentic Vietnamese versions."
Negative"The commenter expresses strong approval for Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches."
Positive"The commenter is glad to hear Saigon Vietnamese Sandwich Deli has continued to thrive, referencing an older Reddit post about them possibly struggling."
Neutral"The user highly recommends the chicken lemongrass banh mi from Saigon Vietnamese Sandwiches, calling it one of the best banh mis they've ever had."
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