Unbelievable bread & tender chicken banh mi, plus standout pandan coconut coffee. A must-try East Village gem!
This Vietnamese cafe is a beloved spot in the East Village, renowned for its exceptional banh mi sandwiches. Diners rave about the unbelievably good bread and the incredibly tender chicken, making it a must-visit for sandwich enthusiasts. The cafe also shines with its unique Vietnamese coffee options, including a standout pandan coconut iced coffee that's both strong and creamy.
The star of the show is undoubtedly the banh mi, with particular acclaim for the tender chicken and the quality of the bread. Vegetarian options like the veggie pesto banh mi with fried tofu and charred oyster mushrooms are also highly recommended. For beverages, the pandan coconut Vietnamese iced coffee receives rave reviews for its strength, sweetness, and creamy texture, and other nitro coffee and tea options are noted for their unique, smooth profiles.
"The tender chicken banh mi and the veggie pesto banh mi with fried tofu are highly recommended. Don't miss the pandan coconut Vietnamese iced coffee for a unique and refreshing drink."
Customers are overwhelmingly positive, frequently praising the banh mi for its excellent bread and fillings, and highlighting unique, delicious coffee offerings.
"The user recommends the veggie pesto Banh mi, praising the fried tofu and charred oyster mushroom with pesto sauce, even as a meat-eater."
Positive"This user found Banh Mi Cafe in the East Village to have 'pretty good' Vietnamese coffee, noting they also offer options like egg coffee, despite generally finding NYC Vietnamese coffee scenes average."
Positive"This user highly recommends Banh Mi Cafe in East Village, praising its unbelievable bread and tender chicken, and noting it's a new small business."
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