BANH MI OI - West Roxbury

Small but mighty Vietnamese cafe. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. I ordered the bbq pork banh mi. It was very yummy and authentic. You can tell the bread and all of the ingredients are fresh. 10/10 would return.

The first time I ordered food here, there was a long hair in my fresh rolls. Gross. I waited several years, and decided last week to try again. I went and picked up my order. When I got home, I realized they forgot 1 of the 2 things I ordered! I called. They said the "remembered" putting it in the bag (so basically calling me a liar). I demanded a refund for the item, which they said they would give me, but never did. AVOID this place! Get your food somewhere that's cleaner, more responsible and cares about their customers.

Amazing banh mi and very veggie friendly. Nice staff with refreshing food and drinks

I don’t normally write review. But when I do, it’s either really good or really terrible. The size portion from here is pathetically small. Taste is bland, they should be ashamed to charge such high price for such bad food. I’m sorry, won’t order it again from here.

This is my new favorite local restaurant!! Tried it for the first time ever today and I was completely blown away. I ordered the classic cold cut Banh mi, and my spouse ordered the Nashville hot chicken one. The veggies were so crisp, the bread was warm and crunchy, and the meat was so savory! The atmosphere was very clean and aesthetically pleasing, and the staff were ever so kind. I will definitely recommend this to friends and family.

Ordered rice bowl through UberEats. I put the note clearly as "please separate meat and rice" but they even don't see the note and my food was like just meat was on the rice and a lot of sauce was on the rice and nowhere white rice. Also, cucumbers look and taste old. They aren't crunchy and fresh at all. I loved their food and services so really disappointed.

First time ordering, i love the presentation and the taste. I find the quality and the quantity pretty fair for the price. I try the Pho-Chicken and “The Happy -Mango Passionfruit” drink. Pretty tasty. Can’t wait to try other things in their menu.

I was sooo excited to finally try this place. I am a fan of bahn mi's so to have a place so close was excellent. The gentleman working the counter was super nice and the food came out quickly. I ordered a lemongrass beef with the crispy springrolls and two drink. My sandwich was just ok.... didn't really have much flavor. The spring rolls were fantastic and our drinks extremely fresh and tasty. Even though the sandwich didn't give me everything I was hoping for I am willing to try again.

This is a cute little shop that slings out killer banh mi! I always judge a banh mi place based on their cold cuts banh mi. "The Classic" here is excellent - it's filled with a variety of Vietnamese cold cuts, they slather on a ton of pate just like I like it, and the flavors are all well-balanced with the veggies. However, I surprisingly might like their BBQ chicken banh mi more, which says a lot about how delicious it is! The chicken has a great charred flavor that is grilled perfectly, it's so good. They are also a great choice for catering - I ordered from here for my baby shower, and the communication before I ordered was professional and timely. Not only did they deliver, since it would've been inconvenient for me to drive to West Roxbury for pick-up, but the banh mi were all cut in half for easier party consumption and everything was packaged very well. I would highly recommend this place for their catering program, and if you're craving a solid banh mi!

Great little eatery! Staff was extremely pleasant and made sure I was comfortable and well accommodated. I tried their Classic Cold Cuts Banh Mii and it was yummy. The baguette was warm and flakey and extremely fresh! It made for a delicious lunch. Also got a Blood Moon Refresher to accompany the Banh Mii and it paired perfectly. The slight tartness and freshness of the lychee and berries meshed well with the toasted baguette.

The Banh mi are delicious! If you like lemongrasss chicken banh mi you need to try the lemongrass steak. The sandwhichs are larger than the average banh mi so the price is worth it. Their ice coffee is delicious but my husband loves the tea n cream milk tea. I haven't had a ban mi this good since I was living in Hawaii.

This place is fantastic! Even getting delivery via Uber Eats the banh mi, vermicelli bowl and crispy rolls arrive perfect to eat and enjoy. Wish they were open on Sunday's and we could treat others during football games since that led me to incredibly sub par banh mi from another place. Anyway try them! So flavorful and of the best quality. Please open one closer to me in Boston proper!

Alright this will be my last review for this place because I will no longer be eating from this establishment. I ordered two beef Pho dinners and the broth and meat was good but when I opened the bag of sprouts and basil, they forgot the jalapeños that normally comes with the dish. Secondly, the sprouts were all slimy and stunk. My wife is all stressed out now she's going to get sick. I don't know how you pick up sprouts that are clearly slimy and bad and put them in a customers bag. Unreal. If I or my wife get sick from this I'll be reporting this place to the board of health. If you're looking for uncontaminated good pho try 29 Bistro in Dedham. Thats where I'll be getting my Vietnamese food from here on out. Too many bad orders to continue eating here. Good luck

BBQ pork with vermicelli- my go-to in West Roxbury! Flavorful fresh cuisine. Parking is a bit of a challenge, but well worth it. Friendly, efficient staff, rapid food prep for take out. So delicious! Take out only.

I love this place. I do have one negative thing to say I order the shrimp bahn mi and it always has the shrimp tails on them. It's a sandwich I shouldn't have to worry about shrimp tails in my sandwich please please remove the shrimp tails I almost chocked on them.

The Vietnamese iced coffee was really good. Very strong. I would get that again. I feel like this place could make it on coffee alone. Unfortunately on the day I visited there was no lemongrass steak available. That was disappointing, but I understand. While the chicken Banh Mi sandwich was ok, it just didn't seem very flavorful or substantial for the price. I wasn't full after eating it and ended up grabbing other food at another place on the way home. It's street parking and there are two small tables to sit at outside. It's too tight inside for seating really. So you either get take out or hope the tables aren't being used. Since there are other Banh Mi shops like Ba Le or Viet Citron in Burlington, I likely won't trek to W Roxbury for one here. If I lived in town I might come here for the coffee and an occasional sandwich maybe. Giving 4 stars because the staff was nice and the ingredients were fresh. Just felt like something was missing in spice and portion size.

Their bbq sandwich is A++++ worth the money. Would definitely recommend this place for a Vietnamese sandwich in the west Roxbury area

I've had several Bahn Mìs but Bahni Mì O'i by far takes the cake. I swear they don't miss. I have yet to eat a bahn mì from here that isn't fresh and well made. The meat is always fully cooked, and you can taste ALL the added veggies --the flavor infuse together beautifully. I'm so happy to have found a solid bahni mì shop.

So delicious! We love everything on the menu! Consistency is key and this place is always amazing!

2/5 I recently moved back to the area and was pleasantly surprised to see a much more diverse food scene and made it a goal to try all these places that popped up in my absence. I had lowered my expectations after seeing that a classic cold cut banh mi cost $9. Right now the going price for Boston area classic cold cut banh mi is between 5.5 and 7 dollars. In my experience, more "bougie" Viet places that charge so much for a sandwich are not as good as the more archetypical hole in the wall local places. Don't get me wrong - the food overall was fine. The chicken sandwich did taste good but the banh mi was just okay but had very little meat inside. I'll make the trip to Dorchester if I'm craving Viet food.

If you're looking for a spot to satisfy your cravings for delicious Vietnamese sandwiches, Banh Mi Oi in West Roxbury should be at the top of your list! This humble establishment may be small, but don't let that fool you - it's well-kept, & the flavors here are out of this world. First and foremost, the meat is well-seasoned and cooked to perfection, making every bite a taste explosion in your mouth. The bread, oh the bread, is crispy on the outside, yet soft and fluffy on the inside. It's the perfect canvas to hold all the savory and flavorful ingredients together.

Ordered the Nashville hot chicken sandwich. Was absolutely delicious! Great combination of flavors with the traditional 'slaw'

It's a small place as you're walking/driving by, but this is a Vietnamese cafe that should NOT be missed. This shop has arguably some of the best banh mi and bun I've ever had. The perk: they are owned by/serve coffee from Phinista in Fenway! FOOD: we ordered three different banh mi - lemongrass steak, bbq chicken, and bbq pork. All three came with good portions of meat and high quality toppings. The taste was 10/10 for everything and I think the only complaint in the group was the potential for stale bread. The sandwiches overall are Vietnamese family approved and said to be better than any of the shops in Dorchester, which I agree with on all accounts of taste, quality of ingredients, and portion sizing. We also ordered their specialty sandwich which is a Vietnamese-Nashville hot fried chicken fusion on a brioche bun which was AMAZING. The fried chicken and sauce was the perfect amount of heat and spice with a breading that had the ideal crisp to it, and this was the show stopper/crowd favorite. We also tried the lemongrass vermicelli bowl which was nothing special, but definitely above average compared to other cafes and shops we've tried. PRICE: compared to Dorchester, the prices are on the higher end... HOWEVER, I thought it was well worth it. The banh mi ranged from $8-10, was larger than what you'd get elsewhere and was packed full of fresh ingredients. The specialty sandwich was $13, the most expensive, but considering how much such a sandwich could easily cost in the heart of Boston then $13 is more than reasonable. I would say the prices are more than justified and well worth it! SERVICE: they have an online order option, but ordering in person is just as easy. The place is small, but service is quick and we ordered during a lunch rush on a weekend. The staff were friendly and came with good recommendations from their menu. OVERALL/VERDICT: definitely stop by. It's one of the few Vietnamese banh mi places I can see myself coming back to over and over again for their high quality of ingredients and flavor. It's worth it AND it's a good stop for a coffee fix too!

Great Viet sandwich spot at walking distance from Dana Farber. Wish I had pics but everything was so good we ate it too quickly!

Well, the amount of meat has decreased in the banh mi and everything seems a bit sweeter like there's more sugar in it. The new fried chicken is super crispy and tender. However, do not get the dessert here. It's gross.

Food: OMG, this place was DELICIOUS. I live in Boston and don't have a car and this was soo worth a trek to West Roxbury. These banh mis were delicious, they're super filling so my friend and I split half each. DELICIOUS protein, bread, everything!! Not to mention the drinks -- I usually don't like milky drinks/teas (NOT a Boba gal / don't like milky drinks) but the milk n' lavender was delicious. Y'all should def check out Phinista in Fenway too... but this hidden gem in West Roxbury is worth checking out for sure. Food is also fast! However, as it is in a suburb there is no in-restaurant seating or places to eat nearby... it was SO hard to resist eating these right away because they looked so good. Yum!!

An excellent option for a reasonably-priced quick lunch or lightish dinner. This food feels healthy-ish, and I keep coming back for their bun bowl with BBQ pork. Note that the pork is different from what you might find at say Pho Pasteur, where it's thinner and sauceless and has charcoal marks from the cooking- here, the pork is covered in a BBQ-type sauce, so it has a different vibe to it, but it's still pretty tasty. For those who are not fish sauce fans (which is not me, I'd put nuoc cham on everything), they offer other sauce choices for your bun or rice bowl, including vegan ones- and they have a nice variety of protein options as well. I think their spring rolls are more similar to egg rolls (that is, large and thick instead of small and thin), and some of their speciality drinks are on the sweet side, but overall the quality and flavors and options here are pretty solid. If you're looking for quick Vietnamese in the area, this is an excellent option.

Came here recently with my wife while we were in the area. I'll be reviewing the food I ate, while also including opinions from my wife who had the Pho. Food: I had the Grilled pork Banh Mi and it was pretty good. Probably one of the better banh mi's I've had in the Boston area (doesn't compare to Vietnam, Cali or even Texas). Highlight for me was the baguette. Right amount of softness (inside) with crispiness (outside) that didn't also flake and break apart everywhere like some other places around the city. There could have been more filling, but what filling was in there was very good! Again, this is all relative to local spots. My wife had the Pho and it was overall disappointing, according to her. I'd skip that if you come here (especially since it's not a sit down establishment) and go to the Pho spots in DOT. Drinks: We both got the Viet iced coffees (with condensed milk) and they were okay. Not bad, but not great either. I'd probably skip this too next time. Service: Workers were all very nice and accommodating within their menu, especially since their coffee is premade. I'll return here for the banh mi whenever I'm in the area, but probably without the wife since she can't do gluten and the Pho isn't worth it.

The best banh mi in Boston! I've had quite a few all over the city and this is the only one that I crave. The bread is so crunchy and fresh, the pickled veggies light up the taste buds, and the meats are packed with flavor. It's on the more expensive side for a bahn mi but the quality makes up for it. Note they can get busy and overwhelmed at times so it is best to order ahead and wait a bit before you pick up your order. Inside is cute but no AC so you don't want to be stuck waiting on a hot day. It's a hidden gem and well worth the extra drive. I would eat this sandwich every day if I could.

Kick ass banh MI. This is hard to find in the Boston area and I am glad I found this place. I tried their vegetarian offerings - seitan and tofu - and both were great. Will definitely be back here. Visit 2&3 - Sept 11, 2021 Took wifey along and she loved it as well. Tried the Pho and Vermicelli bowl and both were fantastic. Along with their tangy refreshers - live well upto their name. We liked everything so much we stopped by for lunch and dinner.

Food was delicious, service was good, everybody was very polite and kind. Just hope they can offer dinning in soon.

Their 5-spice tofu vermicelli is so good. I had to add my own mint (advertised as coming with basil and mint, but got a solitary leaf of basil), but it's a small price to pay for a delicious lunch. I love their vegetarian options. I hope they re-add vegetarian spring rolls to the menu again at some point so I can give them even more of my money.

The lemongrass steak was really really good, but I was really disappointed with the amount they put on. The veggies were fresh and the sauce was tasty. I'd definitely go back!

Was in town and had cravings for some Vietnamese food. My ratings: Customer Service 5/5 - Friendly greeting as soon as you walked in. Food 4/5 - The Banh Mi sandwich didn't have a lot of fillings but tasted good. The fresh spring rolls wraps was all cracked and lacking flavor. Smoothie was yummy! Vermicelli Bowl was okay, different then normal vermicelli bowls I've had. Prices 3/5 - A bit high for what I'm used to paying for Vietnamese Food Will I return? Yes, if I was in town and have cravings I would.

The Vietnamese baguette for the sandwich is perfectly flaky. All the fillings I could desire are available. Service very friendly!

I am a regular here. Food is excellent and the prices are reasonable and the service is good. I only wish there was more of the ability to sit in the restaurant, but the take out is fantastic.

Banh Mi Oi serves the most heavenly banh mi. It is hands down my favorite lunch spot near work. The bread is so unbelievable, I wish I could get American style subs on bread that good. I love the classic banh mi but the crispy fish is awesome too. The lemongrass steak has good flavor, but I wish it was cut a little smaller for the sandwich. Besides having killer sandwiches, the people here are insanely friendly. They are so nice whether you are calling in an order or picking it up. I always feel good about giving them business. Seriously, everything about this place is so good. I'd give it six stars if they'd let me!

Tried this place for the first time tonight. My husband and I got the Nashville Hot Bahn Mi and chicken pho. The bahn mi was soo good. It had layers of flavor and wasn't JUST spicy, the bread was good, the veg was fresh, it was great. The pho was solid. Very flavorful, lots of tasty add ins and a perfect portion. My only complaint (if you could even call it that) was that they didn't have just a lemongrass chicken bahn mi. I will say though that the options they have are fun, very tasty and intriguing. we have been waiting so long for bahn mi in the area and will absolutely be returning to this spot!! 10/10 recommend.

Amazing business, the best banh mi sandwiches in the game and such a variety as well. The staff is so friendly, we always call to place our orders. This is a to go focused business, no seating. I must commend on the portion sizes and quality of food that you get. I love having this business in the West Roxbury area. They aren't open Sundays, just a heads up. They do take cash or credit. I know everything is probably delicious but I have a hard time steering away from my lemongrass steak banh mi sandwich. Their crispy rolls and fresh rolls are excellent as well. The teas are all very very sweet. Even when we have requested less sugar it is super sweet. Their boba is more of a gelatin as well, not a chewy boba.

Really good Vietnamese food. I loved it. Good atmosphere and the best Pho I have had since Hanoi.

First impression is that the shop is very clean and organized. High quality bread, full of meat and veggies. Very grateful to have a go to spot for banh mi that's local, thank you so much and can't wait to come back!!!

I wouldn't call myself a Banh Mi expert but I love every sandwich that I tried at Banh Mi Oi. As a Vietnamese, banh mi is part of my life. Their sandwiches are delicious and affordable, and are the perfect option for anytime of the day. Compared to the rest of its area, amount of fillings they give is much more. We really love their housemade garlic aioli, always ask for extra in our banh mi. Recommended classic, BBQ pork, BBQ chicken. If you would like to leave your comfort zone, try Crispy fish or Crisy shrimp, it comes with special delicious sauce. Their noodle soup is great choice for cold days. The Vietnamese coffee is good too!

I recently moved into the neighborhood and have been exploring the food scene here. I decided to try out their drinks and they are so incredibly good that I had to stop and write a review this instant! The Assam black milk tea is strong and delicious! I'm picky about my milk tea and have tried all the bubble tea chains out there and hands down, this is my new favorite. I also got the peach jasmine refresher that is also fragrant, refreshing and just downright relaxing to drink. Thank you Banh Mi Oi for bringing creative ingenious quality drinks to the neighborhood. Excited to try other items on the menu.

Well every time I go to get a sandwich there is a sign that says they are closed due to stress! If you need staff hire them! A restaurant is stressful to own I had 3 ! Be consistent! Stay open or close! Don't let it. E s guessing game' there are too many restaurants opening in West Roxbury for you to lose clients! I know you have one on FenWay, if that is better you should decide what is best for your company! Font make people excited about your place then we find you are closed!

Just discovered this spot thanks to my foodie friends who live nearby!! Banh Mi Oi is really cute inside, wooden furniture, a nice photo wall and the cutest decor! It is a bit warm inside but not a problem if you order your food ahead and just come in to pick up! Plenty of street parking outside! The menu is simple and has a bit of everything from banh mi to pho to bubble tea! Love the variety here. The ladies at the front are super nice and friendly if you have any special requests just let them know! I ordered a BBQ Pork Rice and a Dragonslayer- Dragonfruit Mango! The bbq pork was saucey and loved the sauce. The dragonslayer drink had actual pieces of dragon fruit. I would definitely come back here to try the banh mi!! I also just learned that they have a Fenway location with desserts!!!

Fresh ingredients, generous portions, good price. Great take out place for banh mi. Fast service.

I just devoured the original banh mi because it was delicious. An excellent balance of meat, pate and vegetables. All of the ingredients were marinated so well! The bread was also perfect with the right amount of crunch. Would order again!

My order: Fresh rolls ($7.60): It was good! It came with 3 S/M sizes, shrimp and pork, it was nice that they wrapped them in saran plastic wrap (prevents the wrap from drying). The peanut sauce on the side was delicious. I would rate this 3/5 Lemongrass steak banh mi ($8.85): I paid an extra 0.25 cents for aioli and they did fulfill that! I would rate the sandwich 3.5/5 Milk tea with crystal boba ($5.85): this drink was okay...this definitely wasn't authentic milk tea that you would get from Chinatown and the crystal boba wasn't my liking. This would be 1/5 Overall, I rated 4 stars because I do feel like the food and ingredients were fresh and if I'm in the area and crave for banh mi I wouldn't mind ordering them again, but it would be more of a luxury buy because I do feel like their prices are higher than other banh mi spots.

Delicious traditional Vietnamese fare at a to go style spot. Banh mi is delicious, fresh and well seasoned. Great baguette :)

The food is amazing! Tried out their chicken pho and loved every bite, wish they would give a bigger portion but only because it's that good lol

A very small Viet restaurant in the middle of West Roxbury serving some of the best Banh Mi's around town. This is the sister store to Phinista in Fenway, so I knew it had to be good! We picked up grilled prawn vermicelli, lemon grass steak vermicelli, crispy fish banh mi, bbq pork banh mi, the westie, and a mango passion fruit smoothie. Everything was really good and I really appreciated the peeled prawns! However, I should have eaten the Banh Mi first before the vermicelli bowl since the bread started to get a little soggy, but it's nothing a quick toast couldn't fix. The crispy fish was definitely an interesting twist to put into banh mi, something I would never have tried, but I'm glad I did. The fish was indeed crispy and all of the pickled cucumbers, carrots, and radish paired well with the fish. Both drinks were also made well with the smoothie being mixed well, but not too thick and the westie was a tart lemonade. This place also offers rice bowls, salad bowls, pho, and desserts, so you can definitely find something for yourself. I'd definitely recommend supporting this business!

They've done the impossible! Not only did Banh Mi Oi get me to like seitan, they've gotten me to CRAVE IT. It's not just the flavor of the lemongrass seitan, it's the texture too. I can't get enough. They are also good with special request submitted with online orders. For instance, making a banh mi without jalapeños for my kiddo. Across ten separate orders, I think they only missed one requested adjustment. My only wish is that they'd bring back the vegetarian crispy rolls. Those were great too. I haven't tried any of the coffees yet, but hope to.

We ordered take out for work. I got the lemongrass beef banh mi and the Bubbly Tea drink (Sunrise, Sunset). The banh mi's bread was really nice, but the filling I felt was slightly skimped on, but it did taste very good. I feel like usually the meat is usually a little warm? but these were cold. The sunrise, sunset drink was sort of disappointing. It tastes like those Chinese sour plum candies but the description says blueberry, kumquat, and lychee. It was also cloyingly sweet. My friends got the The Happy (mango passionfruit) drink, and they could've sworn theirs tasted like kumquat? Their drinks were also super sweet. The eggrolls are vegetarian except for the dipping sauce, which is slightly different from other restaurants who usually have a pork filling. All around a confusing experience. I will likely order again to try out their brisket pho and avocado smoothie.

Tried the bahn mi lemongrass steak sandwich for the first time today and it was sooo good! I'm very picky about my bahn mi sandwiches and this did not disappoint! The bread was crispy and chewy, the meat was tasty and the aoili sauce made it juicy and delicious. If you don't like spicy, be sure to omit the jalapeño. Did wish it had a little more veggie or daikon filling inside but taste was good enough that I could come back again. Need to try the pho, bun and rice plates next time!

Banh Mi Oi is the best place in Boston area for authentic Vietnamese banh mi. The sandwiches are always fresh and made to order. Each type of banh mi is delicious in its own right from the original to the crispy shrimp or the tenders. In my opinion, the banh mi are better than those that I've had in Dorchester. The summer rolls, chicken salad, pho soup, and Vietnamese coffee are also delicious. All of the food is very light, but still flavorful and satisfying. Prices are also very reasonable. To the folks that complained about having to wait for their food outside, all I can say is they are doing their best to protect you and their staff in this pandemic. Any waiting is well worth the outcome of having a tasty meal.

Orderd takeout at the store, it's okay without the paper menu, got online and viewed the menu. After placing the order, the staff asked me to wait outside. You know what, it's 20F outside after the snowstorm! It's pandemic, but had my mask on, and stood 6 feet away. This is not the way you can treat the customers. Although the coffee and sandwich are quite OK, will not go back again! Trying to follow-up after reading the owner's message. Please be sure your policy be visible to all customers, so customers can decide whether or not still getting-in or placing order at your restaurant. For customers' and your staffs' safety, please be sure the ventilation system is adequate and updated. Appreciate your sharing!

The lady working at the counter was so friendly and the banh mi were absolutely amazing!

Been going here for years. Excellent sandwiches and predictably good for some time. Takeout place. The specials are also tasty. Try it!