Banh Mi Express

I tried this place for the first time today. I had the grilled pork banh mi. It was yummy. The pricing for one banh mi is on the pricer side, about 7.99+tax. My boyfriend was not full after one sandwich. He was pretty disappointed that you had to pay 2 more dollars for more meat. The place is small and needs comfier chairs even if it is more suited for take out.

So thankful to finally have a good Banh Mi place in london. It is a simple walk up and order joint with a few bar seats along the walls, but the food is worth it. Portions are generous, and quality is impressive as well. I had the beef Banh Mi and was very impressed, though they did make it fresh for me and I’m not sure if that’s routine. My experience though was definitely comparable to Bahn Mi Boys, which was a pleasant surprise. I also got the spring rolls since I was starving, and they were as good as you can expect a spring roll to be. On a side note, they asked if I wanted it spicy which I responded yes to, and did not find it spicy at all. Probably doesn’t help that I am a white guy, but if you want a good kick, maybe emphasize the spicy part. There is also ample pay parking at the rear which is a huge plus for Richmond Row.

If you don’t know what Bahn Mi is, it’s the king of all sandwiches. A mix between French and Vietnamese cuisine. This place does this sandwich justice and delivers on flavour. Owner Danny extra touch of service made it that much more compelling. A great addition to London’s food scene.

tried the pork banh mi, it was pretty good! slightly too much sauce then what i like but still really tasty :) will come back to try the banh mi fries!

London, please give this place a try! As drunk food, a quick lunch, or an easy dinner, a banh mi sandwich is a great way to satisfy hunger. Everything here is prepared fresh and truly tastes homemade. I loved the grilled pork banh mi I got and will be back for the banh mi fries.

Being that it’s only a few blocks from my work I just had to check it out! Plus ever since I saw one on the food network program: Eat Street, I’ve been dying to sink my teeth into a Bahn Mi. Not even the 52 km gusts of wind could hold me back as I walked eagerly to Picadilly and Richmond.
The bright red sign from down the street luring me forward. Though to be honest if you didn’t know what it was it could look like a variety store. The menu is small and tight. 3 choices of Vietnamese Bahn Mi, with or without fries. A Bahn Mi fries, or on the Korean side of things Bulgogi, Rice & Spring Rolls. While tempted, since I love Bulgogi I just had to order the pork Bahn Mi. Asking the gentleman the age old debate between friends (is it pronounced BON MY or BON ME), me is the answer he gave.
Then the dreaded wait. This is a take-​out place make no mistake. With only 4 stools for eating in, a pop fridge that you help yourself to and the minimal menu it’s designed for you to grab & go. Every order is made fresh so there is a bit of a wait while they cook the thin cut meat but the wait was worth it. The couple of office drones ahead of me were having theirs to eat in and while I might have been able to sit and enjoy mine as well as we were the only people in there, their conversation about whom they wished to fire at work wasn’t right for me to christen my first bite by.
So there I was, the large Bahn Mi in hand (and I do mean large. Think 10 inch sub size) and the goal to make it to the park or home to eat. The smell of the richly sauced pork meat and the warmth of the bun in the wax paper was driving me mad. I made it as far back passed the train tracks to the bench structure nestled by the commercial/​residential area there before I needed that first bite.
Bite one: Oh wow… this is fresh. Taste that lightly pickled cabbage, those cucumbers & carrot.
Bite two: Oh my god… what have I been missing… is that a hint of cilantro…
Bite three: Bahn Mi were you named after me? This is great, I love the seasoned mayo and tender pork.
I did manage to wrap it up and get to Vic park before devouring the rest of it. Delicious, I will definitely be back for more and to check out the Bulgogi. It looks like a hole in the wall but the sandwich & pop cost me under $ 10 and was super filling so I say give it a try!

I’m a big fan of banh mi and when I first walked by I was a little disappointed at Banh Mi Express’s variety of offerings aside from grilled pork, chicken, and beef. Hungry as I was, I decided to give it a shot with the grilled pork banh mi. What I got was a fairly sized banh mi with the usual pickled veggies, cilantro, and Korean style pork within a lightly toasted bun. The mayo helped bring everything together into a delicious sandwich. Will definitely visit again, and I hope this place sticks around for the long run!