Buzz
Customers waiting in line at Banh Mi Sandwich shop are serenaded with a catchy tune: “I want you, I need you, oh sandwich mine!”
French introduced bread, butter, and pate to Vietnam in the early 20th century. Now, Vietnamese flavors resonate worldwide, and Tokyo's best is arguably at Banh Mi Sandwich (Address: 1F Azegami Seven Bldg., 4-9-18 Takadanobaba, Shinjuku-ku).
The tiny counter always attracts a long line during lunch hours. Arrive at least 20 minutes before opening to savor the best sandwich with grilled meat and liver pate. While waiting, enjoy a single-line song: “I want you, I need you, oh sandwich mine.” Priced at 550 Yen, the sandwiches offer various fillings like chicken, shrimp, butter, or grilled beef.
Another renowned spot is Hanoi & Hanoi (located at 1-28-13 Senju, Adachi-ku). With three tables in a narrow alley and colorful plastic chairs reminiscent of Vietnamese street eateries, they serve only one type of sandwich: minced grilled pork with abundant herbs and spicy sauce. Pair it with a sweet iced brown coffee for an authentic Vietnamese lunch, all for less than 2,000 Yen.
According to Japan Times, an increasingly popular place is My-Le (Address: 2F Sekine Bldg., 5-1-4 Kamata, Ota-ku). Operating for two decades, it's hailed as the city's best Vietnamese restaurant, offering a variety of Vietnamese dishes and sauces. Notably, their fish sauce is flavorful without the need for garlic or lime, perfect for enhancing chicken, pork, pate, or grilled spring rolls in a sandwich.
Saigon Banh Xeo shop (located at B1F Yurakucho Itocia Bldg., 2-7-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku) was supposed to serve crispy golden Banh Xeo, but reality falls short. The crab stir-fry isn't impressive, but the delicious pork sandwich steals the show with tender meat, freshness of tomatoes, and a drizzle of aromatic sauce on flavorful bread.
As mentioned on Zingnews
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourNovember 24, 2015
