"Bánh Mì & Rolls Factory’s baguettes are the reason this Excelsior takeout spot is chronically overflowing with people waiting for a sandwich. They’re baked fresh daily, with a trademark crispy, slightly bubbled shell and an airy chew (if you can’t make it here, they also supply their bread to bánh mì shops all over the Bay). Go for the forearm-sized combo that’s swelled up with headcheese, cold cuts, vegetables, and a generous slick of pâté for some added richness." - lani conway, ricky rodriguez, julia chen 1, patrick wong