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    Bella Banh Mi Cafe

    4.6 (264 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Bbq Chicken Sandwich
    Katherine A.

    I saw great reviews on Yelp for Bella Bahn Mi. I called ahead to order a couple sandwiches to take home and my order was ready when I arrived a few minutes later! The Veggie Bahn Mi sandwich was deliciously fresh a little kick of heat from the jalapeños. The sandwich as filled with lots of shave carrots and tofu. The baguette is nice and chewy with a great crispy crust. The BBQ Chicken Bahn Mi is filled with an intense smoky flavored tender chicken. The kick from the jalapeños is delicious. I also treated myself to a Black Tea Lemonade with Lychee Jelly. The drink was tart and sweet with little chewy jellies and perfectly refreshing. The shop is locally owned. The staff is friendly and hustles to keep orders coming. Prices are reasonable with sandwiches at $12.50. The shop has no dine-in tables, just a carry out counter. There is a small parking lot behind the building, where we found free parking.

    Saigon Special
    Chris L.

    Been on a Banh Mi kick lately! It's a cute little take out Vietnamese sandwich/roll shop right on Liliha street. The people who run the shop are so nice... banh mi is delicious!! I love the pork floss added in the Sandwich.. highly recommend!

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    Elyse W.

    4.5 stars. Solid banh mi for Hawai'i; however banh mi in Garden Grove/Westminster, California are still superior. Compared to OC it is priced a bit more and there are less choices. However, I think this is a good dupe for California banh mi's in Hawaii. They are large, a decent price and are flavorful! There is a good veggies to meat ratio and the veggies taste fresh. The bread has a nice crust but I would prefer if it was a bit softer on the inside. This a grab and go place and there are a few numbered parking stalls in the back

    SAIGON SPECIAL W/ EXTRAA CARROT
    Marlena L.

    I always love door dashing from this place for banh mi! It literally is the best banh mi on the island and reminds me of westminister OC vietnamese banh mi's :) Would highly recommend the saigon special. The paste is so yummy and I love getting extra carrots. The service is great since they actually pay attention to notes on door dash orders c: Also, WHOEVER INCORPORATED THE WOODEN SPOON FOR THE PEANUT DIPPING SAUCE, THANK YOU! Love it hehe

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    Elizabeth V.

    Stopped by Bella Bánh Mì for the BBQ chicken bánh mì and the Saigon special--both were solid, especially with that perfectly crunchy bread on the outside and soft inside. The BBQ chicken was savory and paired really well with the fresh herbs and pickled veggies, while the Saigon special had a nice mix of flavors in every bite. My boyfriend had the Vietnamese iced coffee--strong, bold, and sweet, just how you'd expect. I tried the coffee jello with soy milk--it was just okay for me, better if you enjoy soy milk, and not overly sweet. This is more of a pickup-and-go kind of spot rather than a sit-down place, so ordering ahead makes it really convenient. Parking is limited, but there are a few stalls in the back for easy pickup.

    Saigon Special
    Kris G.

    One of the cleanest Banh Mi's I've had. Besides the obvious crumbs you get biting into the bread, all the veggies and meats were packed nicely with no messy strays falling out even while eating. I got the Saigon Special. I didn't get to eat it fresh because I got it in the morning for lunch so I can't really give my full opinion on the flavor, but it was still good and meat/veggie ratio were great - there wasn't anything overpowering the other. The size was also just right for the price while also perfectly filling. Also got the Vietnamese Coffee - not too strong but still good. Parking is kinda weird. There are two stalls in the back designated for them but they're not next to each other... and they were taken even though I was the only customer when I came. I'm not gonna say where I ended up parking, but me ordering and getting my food took only like 5min so it was an easy pick-up and go.

    Best banh mi! Veggie banh mi & mung bean milk   I drank the Vietnamese iced coffee on my drive
    Daniel Q.

    My favorite banh mi in all of Hawaii! The bread is very important and the French bread is made perfectly! Nice and crispy on the outside and nice soft on the inside and not full of dough, The balance is great. The goodies inside are well balanced also. So you get everything with each bite. They also have a few pre made items. If you like strong Vietnamese iced coffee it's strong here. The service is top notch also. Both husband and wife are the owners and do it all here. They're a very cute couple and super friendly and nice. They're both are Vietnamese so that explains the authentic flavors. The parking is right behind the building. This is more a pick up and go place. I always stop by here before I hit the beach or do anything that needs a packed lunch (ask for no mayo so it doesn't spoil if you're out all day, still amazing without it). I'll definitely be back and all my friends and family will hear about this amazing banh mi shop right in town. Thank you Bella Banh Mi for delicious authentic Vietnamese food with excellent service, excellent quality, and consistency!

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    Tina M.

    A delicious banh Mi sandwich shop in Liliha! I often passed this place and knew I had to try it. I walked in to place my order but you can also call ahead and pick up. The staff were friendly and efficient. I ordered 2 BBQ sandwiches. I had to wait about 5 minutes. The sandwiches are quite large. They are made on delicious slightly toasted baguettes. The chicken was flavorful and there was a good amount of chicken to veggies. They top the sandwich with cilantro, daikon, carrots, and jalapeños. Very delicious!

    Rick L.

    Top notch banh mi, reminds me of San Gabriel Valley's taste, minus the cost. Very nice staff, service was fast and available parking in the rear if the bldg. The shop is closed on Saturdays.

    BBQ Pork Banh Mi
    Gabriel P.

    Thanks to Craig T for taking my wife and I to this little shop. We were going out for lunch and my wife said she wanted a BBQ Chicken Banh Mi Sandwich for dinner.So he dropped me off in front of the shop so I could pickup a couple of Sandwiches. I was disappointed at the Banh Mi selection. Only four to choose from. They did have the BBQ Chicken, but not what I was looking for. So I decided to try the BBQ Pork Banh Mi. We picked up sandwiches and headed off for lunch. Having the sandwich for dinner, I have to thank Craig again. Both my wife and I gave the Banh Mi's a thumbs up. My BBQ Pork had a good smoked taste. Located at the corner of Liliha Street and Holokahana Lane. This is take out only shop. Two steps through the door and your at the order counter. Friendly and fast service. Enjoy

    Mariecon P.

    My favorite is their BBQ chicken banh mi. The service is always fast and easy. You can also order ahead online and just pick up your order.

    Saigon Banh Mi
    Ross T.

    Located on Liliha st, on the right side going down to town, they have a small parking area, but most times you need to park on the street meter parking. No dining area, it is better to call in your order and pick up. I tried the Saigon Banh Mi which was not that tasty and the bread wasn't crispy making the bread chewy. They open Sunday to Friday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm and closed on Saturday.

    Vietnamese coffee
    Leila H.

    I was looking for something to eat for my lunch break. My coworker showed me this banh mi sandwich to try, so I called him, and he went over there and got it for me. There is a little kick because the jalapeño was inside. You can taste the pickled vegetable inside. I love the pickled vegetable. The coffee drink taste really good. I never have Vietnamese coffee before now after this I would order almost every time I go to a Vietnamese restaurant. But overall, it is pretty good. I would order this again.

    Make sure you park in the correct spot. Only 3 spots for Bella banh mi.

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    Love the Bahn Mi. I like it better than the ones we ate in Hanoi. My favorite is the BBQ pork and the vegetarian!

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    Everything was perfect, food quality, service and on time! Can't ask for much more today.

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    Ask the Community - Bella Banh Mi Cafe

    Does the Banh Mi include pate? If so, what's the cost?

    Saigon Special Sandwich, lots of different meats with pate. I think it was $10.00

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