Bánh Mì Phượng

Being a huge Banh Mi fan, I made it my mission to find the best one in Hoi An. The top contenders, of course, were Banh Mi Phuong and Madame Khanh (The Banh Mi Queen). We started with Banh Mi Phuong, it’s the one that Anthony Bourdain famously loved, so expectations were high! Both places have indoor seating, which is great since you can actually sit down and enjoy your sandwich comfortably. I ordered a pork and a chicken banh mi to compare fairly. Unfortunately, the chicken banh mi at Phuong’s was quite a letdown; the meat was dry, the filling wasn’t generous, and the pâté didn’t have much punch. The pork version was better and had more flavor, but the bread could’ve been fresher. Overall, it just didn’t live up to the hype. Next stop: Madame Khanh, and wow, what a difference! I ordered the exact same sandwiches, and this time I was blown away. Both were packed with ingredients, full of flavor, and the pâté… OMG 😲 unreal! The BBQ pork was my absolute favorite, but honestly, I’d order both again in a heartbeat. So yeah, for me, Banh Mi Phuong sadly lost this round. Maybe it’s not quite what it used to be back in Bourdain’s day. Hats off to The Queen 👑 she completely lives up to her title! 🥖

The sandwiches they serve here are really good. I was skeptical at first but the ingredients they use are not of cheap quality processed meat but have whole chunks of meat as well as their homemade pate. I've ordered the sandwich with chicken and cheese and grilled pork with pate. Both were great and couldn't really tell which I preferred more (make sure to add their own chilli sauce). Avocado smoothie was perfect. The salt coffee was good too but a little bit too sweet for my taste. Overall pretty good value for the price paid. This place is clean and most times of the day full of customers.

Best Banh mi I’ve had in Hoi An. It definitely lives up to all the hype and the price is amazing. The best part or what made them so amazing is the quality of the pate. You can tell it’s heavily seasoned and has been cooked twice which I haven’t seen in many Banh mi restaurants. It’s definitely what makes it taste so good. The bread is very light and crunchy it holds the sandwich together well. The ingredients are all very fresh and the turn over of ingredients is so quick. There are 5 chefs working to assemble the sandwiches at all times. There is an inside seated area if you want to get off the street or out of the heat/rain. The hardest part is dealing with the Instagram/tourists who aren’t sure how or where to order or wait for their food. I came back here 3 times and tried two everytime. One isnt enough try two at a time it’s a good amount to be full but not bloat yourself as one just makes you want another one.

Bánh Mì Phượng is an absolute must-visit in Hội An! The signature bánh mì was hands down the best I’ve ever had—crispy on the outside, packed with flavorful fillings, and perfectly balanced. It’s not just a sandwich, it’s an experience. The vibe is authentic and local, with the kind of charm that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something truly special. If you’re in Hội An, don’t miss it!

Extremely busy, filled with tourists, no locals eat here. The banh mi is delicious. There is a wide variety to choose from as well as other food options and drinks!

We visited this place for all the hype on social media and the food didn’t disappoint us. Banh mi - a baguette with Pâté and other fillings. A staple in vietnam , the food introduced by french! The price is very reasonable compared to the ones you get at restaurants. There can be wait if you come during lunch and dinner hours. We were there around 3.50pm so got a table without much wait. The place is not that clean with bread crumbs found on floor because of the customers and the staff got no time to clean it with the place being super busy. Don’t except the place to super hygienic. If you are a foodie you must eat here or you can take away the banh mi too. But we had to eat here along with the amazing avocado shake they serve! Ordered grilled chicken with cheese and the grilled pork one. The Pâté is so tasty that I fell in love with the taste of it. Bread is crispy from outside and soft inside. Also ordered mango smoothie and avocado coconut smoothie. Must try avocado coconut smoothie here. Loved pork banh mi better than the chicken one. Chilli oil was yumm and we poured lot of chilli oil to our banh mi to make it spicier. Service was quick. This place serves the best banh mi. And much better than banh mi queen where they make mostly for foreigners’ taste buds (bland, non-spicy, no chilli oil unless you ask)

A must try when visiting Hoi An. Famous due to Anthony Bourdain so is always packed. We arrived at the right time, as minutes later a large crowd started to line up to order behind us. It’s a small shop, but the banh mi is packed with flavour. Bread was delicious as were the fillings. Both ordered a pork option which was delicious. Price was also very reasonable too. Highly recommend a visit here when in Hoi An.

A friend recommended it to me, so I went. It was the day I was leaving Hoi An. Having experienced rude service at the Highland next door, I didn't have high expectations. The Bahn Mi restaurants in Hoi An are expensive because they're not franchises. Being a tourist destination, they charge a standard 30k. I've tried the 20k on the street, but they lacked the quality. Since it was the last place I'd chosen, and the place I'd already chosen, I had high expectations. It was crowded while I was choosing the menu. They were busy and rushed me. If you hesitate, you won't get your food. There was no time to choose. At rush hour, someone should be directing traffic, but no one did. Golden Bakery in Vung Tau directs traffic even if you wait in line. This is a sit-down restaurant. My first impression wasn't great. I ordered my usual egg banh mi and the meat and cheese banh mi. The people preparing the banh mi next to me were also busy. There was a small sign saying "waiting", so I stood and waited. It came out quickly. I looked for a seat in the restaurant for a while, but it was too crowded. I went to Highland, where I had already secured a seat. I only had the egg banh mi. I decided to have the other one at the airport. It was average. Ahn Quan Bakery's is even better and costs 15,000 VND. Eating this for 25,000 VND is a luxury. I don't need to try the 35,000 VND meat banh mi to understand. I ate it while sitting at the airport, cold. The flavors were harmonious. However, it lacked the rich, juicy meat of the meat banh mi and was overly salty. It was clean, but ordinary. The taste of bah mi varies greatly depending on how the chef combines the ingredients. This one, which I hastened to add while laughing and chatting, is just average and a bit pricey. It tastes just like the 20,000 VND banh mi I had in Hanoi. It's located at the entrance to a tourist attraction, so I can only assume it's because of the seating charge. Despite the hype, it was ordinary for me. I missed Ahn Quan Bakery's 15,000 VND egg banh mi. I think some people will appreciate the taste and bustle of this place. That price isn't too bad considering the rising cost of living in Vietnam. Most dishes in Vietnam these days cost around 50,000-60,000 VND. The best menu item was average for me, but for most people, it's not bad because it has a rich flavor. Of all the restaurants I've eaten at in Hoi An, this one seems the best. There's no other restaurant in Hoi An that serves truly excellent bahn mi, with great value, accessibility, and service. This is a bustling tourist area. They're probably eager to sell more when the night draws in. That's when a truly great restaurant stands out. For that, it requires systematic approach and extensive service training. There are many such restaurants in Korea. Myeongdong Kyoja in Myeongdong, Seoul, is a prime example. Even though it's busy and crowded all day, it's a place where you feel comfortable and full.