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Small Tenderloin take-out space draws long lines for super-cheap meat or tofu banh mi sandwiches.
Hours
| Friday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Monday | 7 AM–5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–6 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 560 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: (415) 474-5698
Website: https://saigonsandwich.store/
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Saigon Sandwich: Vietnamese Restaurant in San Francisco, CA …
Saigon Sandwich specializes in traditional Vietnamese sandwiches known as Banh Mi, offering a variety of options ranging from steam pork & roast pork.
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A traditional slice of Vietnam, right here in the city. The New York Times said that the humble Tenderloin sandwich shop’s bánh mì “may be the best in America.
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The World Famous #BanhMi in SF! NYTimes,USAToday,Food&Wine, Esquire,Travel+Leisure, TripAdvisor, Yelp, Yahoo!Travel, Playboy. around visit us!
Reviews
Matt P
It’s cash only, so make sure to have that before coming. There’s a few ATMs that are nearby, if you didn’t know like I did. This is probably one of my favorite banh mi sandwiches that I’ve ever had. It doesn’t look like much from the outside, but it had a small line going outside of the restaurant, which is usually a pretty good sign the place has good food. Sort of a sketchy area. The line moved pretty quickly. I heard people ordering a combination sandwich and was intrigued by that, but I decided to just keep with a pork sandwich. The bread was soft and crispy, and I think they made it right in the back! The ingredients were very fresh too. It had everything I look for in a banh mi sandwich. The ingredients were very fresh, and the jalapeños gave me a good punch across the face. The sauce really complimented the pork too, and crunchiness from the carrots is always great. Last but definitely not least, the value is crazy. It is such a good deal for a sandwich this good to be less than 8 dollars. I’d eat these far too often if I lived nearby. I see why the Infatuation holds this place in high praise.
… moreCarey
Best Vietnamese sandwich in San Francisco! The sandwiches are not as good as the San Jose one, but in term of the prices, quality of bread and the portions, it’s worth to give it a try even though it’s located in Tenderloin. Combo and pork are just ok. Chicken is the best. The bread is fresh. I like how soft it’s, not too hard as others. Cash only. Open at 7am.
Be cautious to be there because there are many homeless around.
… moreBe cautious to be there because there are many homeless around.
Tiffany
CASH ONLY. Stumbled upon this unassuming banh mi spot after staying at the Motel 6 around the corner for Santacon. WOW!!! The bread here is PHENOMENAL, baked fresh right behind the counter! The banh mi ranges from $5.50-$7. I ordered the Special Combination (thit cha pate, which has roast pork, Vietnamese ham, and pate) for $7 but added extra pate for an additional $1.
WHEN I SAY EXTRA PATE, THEY PUT EXTRA PATE!! There was the THICKEST LAYER of pate I’ve ever seen in my life here, probably a little more than half an inch thick, THIS IS WORTH $1 EXTRA!! The pate was savory, nicely seasoned, and just overall tasty. The roast pork was very tender and slightly sweet, definitely not your usual banh mi filling in America, but made the entire sandwich really savory. The cha lua (Vietnamese ham) was cut a bit too thin for me personally but the amount of pate they put really made up for everything.
The star of the show is absolutely the bread. Crispy on the outside but extremely soft and warm on the inside, the bread itself has a nice flavor just on its own. Its thicker than what I’m used to so there’s more pillowy goodness inside. They make the perfect bread here!
Craving another banh mi with extra pate from here as I write this. Absolutely coming back
… moreWHEN I SAY EXTRA PATE, THEY PUT EXTRA PATE!! There was the THICKEST LAYER of pate I’ve ever seen in my life here, probably a little more than half an inch thick, THIS IS WORTH $1 EXTRA!! The pate was savory, nicely seasoned, and just overall tasty. The roast pork was very tender and slightly sweet, definitely not your usual banh mi filling in America, but made the entire sandwich really savory. The cha lua (Vietnamese ham) was cut a bit too thin for me personally but the amount of pate they put really made up for everything.
The star of the show is absolutely the bread. Crispy on the outside but extremely soft and warm on the inside, the bread itself has a nice flavor just on its own. Its thicker than what I’m used to so there’s more pillowy goodness inside. They make the perfect bread here!
Craving another banh mi with extra pate from here as I write this. Absolutely coming back
Sagar Nayee
The sandwiches were amazing! The cost of the portion sizes are insanely good. It’s a cash only place but definitely worth having. I had the pork sandwich & it was fantastic
… moreKreative Cid
Lived in Vietnam for years. Been visiting San Francisco for a long time. First time here, first time walking through the heart of Tenderloin. You will have to weigh the “risk vs reward” of a very popular banh mi with great service and low prices versus, well, the literal shiyatshow of getting to Saigon Sandwich.
As far as quality, I think there’s some hyperbole and social media hype driving up how “great” the food is. The sandwich is not amazing, I’d describe it as “really good with a great price.”
The bread was not fresh (and I was the first customer at 7am), almost stale, but not quite. Compared to 99% of sandwiches in tourist traps or cities without an Asian community, it is indeed AMAZING! You get a lot of heft/size, but it’s nothing like some of the sandwiches in Westminster, CA, or in Vietnam. But why should Saigon Sandwich change?? They obviously sell a ton and the prices will keep them in business until they decide to close shop.
… moreAs far as quality, I think there’s some hyperbole and social media hype driving up how “great” the food is. The sandwich is not amazing, I’d describe it as “really good with a great price.”
The bread was not fresh (and I was the first customer at 7am), almost stale, but not quite. Compared to 99% of sandwiches in tourist traps or cities without an Asian community, it is indeed AMAZING! You get a lot of heft/size, but it’s nothing like some of the sandwiches in Westminster, CA, or in Vietnam. But why should Saigon Sandwich change?? They obviously sell a ton and the prices will keep them in business until they decide to close shop.
Joshua Brathwaite
Not only was my meatball pork sandwich delicious but the lady preparing the sandwich was lightning fast! I swear by the time I received my change the sandwich was done! The sandwich had a nice balance of crunch, sweetness and flavor of the pork. From the reviews I’ve seen I can’t wait to try the combination. The only cons are that it’s cash only and I couldn’t dine inside because the TL’s is not an ideal area to be eating outside if you know what I mean.
… moreMarcus Sanchez
Actually crazy how fresh and tasty this was. Bread has perfectly crunchy exterior and soft interior – wasn’t difficult to bite. Not overly crumby. Meat was tender, sauce was so good. Excellent.
… moreFlora
Saigon Sandwich is a total classic stop for bánh mì in San Francisco — cheap, fast, and delicious. It’s no-frills, cash-only, and mainly for takeout, but that’s part of the charm. The bread is crispy, the fillings are flavorful, and the quick service makes it an unbeatable spot for a satisfying meal.
… moreTrisha P
Best bahn mi sandwich I’ve ever had! I’m vegetarian too and they have such great options for us! The bahn mi is so delicious and tofu is so well prepared. Would highly recommend
… moreKarl Joseph Martin
This sandwich place is very unassuming but it is definitely one of the most worthwhile sandwiches that I’ve eaten. It is very cheap at $7 but the taste was exquisite. The pate made everything taste better. It does not feel dry at all unlike the Bahn Mi’s that I’ve had before. Btw, I bought the Pork Belly Pate combo and it was the rightest decision that I’ve made in my life. Also the shop is in the hood but that made the experience more real and authentic. I love this sandwich.
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