I got the BBQ pork Banh mi and Spring roll, and both were packed with flavor the pork was tender and savory, add the spring roll for the perfect crispy bite. The fillings are super fresh and well-seasoned. Great value for the price, too! Friendly staff and takeout spot! read more

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Good, but super, duper slooow. Located just around the corner from the Kitchener Market. Space is small, it's takeout only. When I came in, there were 3 people waiting for their banh mis. 1 of them was a large-ish order. It took quite some time for anyone to take my order and even longer to wait for 1 sandwich. I waited for approx 15-20mins if not longer. Quite a few people came in AFTER I ordered, but they got their sandwiches before I did which was weird. There are 3 people working behind the counter, and 1 of those people did cash as well. They charged tax even though I paid cash. Sandwich was good, but be prepared to wait. It was NOT a quick in/out! read more

So Delicious!!! This spot is easy to miss but you definitely must go!! The prices are great and everything is so fresh. It's about $3-$5 per sandwich which is always such great value! I like to get the vegetarian special sandwich made spicy. The sandwich comes on a soft but crunchy baguette with pickled carrots and daikon, mayo, spicy sauce, tofu, some sort of tasty sauce, cucumbers, and cilantro (I think that's everything). I also like the vegetarian fresh rolls which are so nice with tofu, something crispy, vegetables, and egg, all wrapped up in rice paper and served with a yummy dipping sauce. Looks can be deceiving and don't miss this spot that's tucked away on king street! They're also making it super safe for you to pick up your order with glass shields away from where the food is prepared and a limited number of people inside. A favourite for me!! read more

Deli Banh Mi Givral - a sandwich in a styrofoam container - Delis Near Me - Kitchener, Ontario

I KNOW I KNOW! It doesn't look like much but TRUST me, the photo really does not do this Bahn Mi justice!! FYI: a Bahn Mi is a Vietnamese sandwich with a mix of French influence as it's served on a baguette! I got #6 Vegetarian Special (spicy)! DELICIOUS!! and to make it even better, the price is so affordable! The total came out to be $4.35 after tax. You really have no excuse to not try this place out! The store itself is quite small and hidden. I believe this is a local family-run place. They have a few tables and chairs but I've been told that people typically take their sandwiches to-go! The store is also super close to the Frederick LRT station so it's a perfect quick meal/snack for when you miss the train and have to wait 10+mins for the next one hahaha... read more

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some of the best sandwiches I have ever had. super sweet employees and worth the wait as they take their time and make it taste amazing.

Location was a little difficult to get to with some road closures downtown. Managed to find some side street parking and walk it. Short line up for a late lunch. Staff were super friendly with my kid in tow even though they were busy. Having been displaced from Mississauga I was looking for a Bhan Mi place in the area and it fills the craving. Had the Veggie, Assorted and Spicy Chicken. I asked about peanuts as we have an allergy in the family and the staff knew right off the bat which was ok and which wasn't. Food was solid , buns crispy and ingredients fresh and tasted delicious. Will be coming back again. read more

Deli Banh Mi Givral - Fresh spring roll, veggie, assorted and spicy chicken satay. - Delis Near Me - Kitchener, Ontario

Delicious Banh Mi in Kitchener. Definitely would recommend a try! Also got their fried spring rolls, that was not bad for the price.

Great place for a snack. For under 5 dollars, one sandwich is a great snack. Two is a meal, which makes it great cause you can try the different sandwich options. The flavor is good and the baguette has a nice crisp to it. The size of each sandwich isn't the biggest but hey it's less than 5 dollars. I would definitely go again. read more

One word, wow! Their banh mi are remarkable! Their baguettes are made so fresh, crunchy on the outside, and super soft on the inside. Their banh mi have the right amount of toppings and spice level! I have no complaints. Due to Covid, they limit 1 customer at a time, you would normally wait outside for your order after paying. They're fairly quick, I never had to wait more than 10 mins. It is a little pricey compared to the regular banh mi, but $4 for lunch/dinner isn't a bad option! read more

- Service A1 - Food A1 A little fantastic mom and pop shop Everything is made from scratch every day fresh veggies ,the bread spring rolls and they are all absolutely delicious. A small hole in the wall if you like Banh Mi sandwich I would recommend everybody to go and try it ,you will not be disappointed I guaranty that. Thank you guys you've made our day !!! Keep on the good work ! read more

This has been my go-to spot for good, cheap food for over 10 years now. I always make a stop when I'm out running errands. I've followed them from location to location. I've watched their children grow up. They're concerned about me when I'm sick (the owner just wants to be like your mom). Their food is delicious and homemade (everything but the bread is made by the owners from scratch). They're generous (they'll often fill a large rubbermaid bin with sandwiches to donate to shelters). And I think their value is unbeatable (McDonald's prices for way better food). I love the fresh salad rolls (which you can ask to have made vegetarian or vegan if you like), with spicy dipping sauce or the #6. I think their sesame buns should be more popular (like donuts but not overly sweet). She is so dedicated to her restaurant. I asked her once what she would do if she won a big lottery. Would she retire? No. She said she would invest in better ingredients and hire someone so she could take an extra day off in the week (as it is, she's only ever off on Sunday so she can go to church). She said the restaurant has given her so much, she'll never close. Other people on here have said it's not much to look at, but, to me, it's home. read more

Well, you're looking for a bite to eat when you're out and about in downtown Kitchener, and you don't have a lot of cash? Givral Deli to the rescue! Their specialty is the Vietnamese sub that's known as the Banh Mi. Tasty and filling, and starting at only $2.75 plus applicable taxes each, a much better deal than most downtown take-out places. I personally enjoy the BBQ Pork, and I heartily recommend it! Others have also enjoyed the Chicken Teriyaki. Like most Banh Mi, there is julienned strips of carrot, slices of English cucumber, entire sprigs of cilantro or parsley and whatever filling that you ordered. You can also get hot sauce if you so desire, in addition to the special mayo sauce that's standard to this sandwich. Now that you've had a bite to eat, you can get back to enjoying all of the things downtown Kitchener has to offer, and it doesn't have to cost you more than the change in your pocket. read more

Deli Banh Mi Givral - Delis Near Me - Kitchener, Ontario

The best banh mi shops are always hole in the walls that have questionable signage and random Vietnamese ads. This is one of them - don't come for the decor, but the delicious sandwiches. I ALWAYS crave banh mi, and sandwich shops always do it best with their plethora of sauces and meats. Super tasty sandwiches, my fave being chicken satay. Consistency is questionable depending who's making the sandwich, so if you know want something let them know (I like mine with the works). $7 minimum for debit, and sandwiches are either $3.30 or $4. But you were going to get 2 sandwiches anyway, right? read more

Reading the Yelp reviews I'd thought this banh mi would be mind-blowing but honestly, for the price, it's very mediocre. Growing up eating banh mi, banh mi typically goes anywhere from a flat $3-$3.50 but at this place, it's $3.85 plus tax, $4.35. It's pricy for a Vietnamese sub and not that great in all honesty but as it is the only banh mi place in Waterloo, it's okay overall. If anyone wants a good banh mi place, check out Toronto! There are many amazing banh mi spots to choose from. read more

Came here after reading the positive reviews on Yelp and while the food is good, the atmosphere/store was something else. Walking in on a Wednesday afternoon, the place was deserted and only an Asian lady (owner?) was working. The store had a pungent smell to it, sort of like they used too much cleaning product and didn't air it out. It also didn't look very well-kept either which made me think twice about eating in. The BBQ pork sandwich was great - full of flavour and combines well with the veggies. However, the lady had to microwave it it so it doesn't seem very fresh. I wouldn't come back given how if the smell and uncleanliness of the place is a norm, food contamination is a very big possibility and I don't want to be on the receiving end read more

The best Banh Mi around! Very authentic and reasonably priced. A little hidden gem KW should be very proud to have her!

Once again we enjoyed a delicious lunch thanks to Givral. My son and family from Ottawa are visiting and he has been buying their subs since he was in high school. Same quality and care of preparation after all these years. A great family run business....good to see their business thriving after COVID. Orders are taken inside...one person at a time....and orders are delivered to you outside the restaurant. Very efficient and delicious... read more

My favorite place to grab a sandwich - period. BBQ pork banh mi is amazing, and my vegetarian wife loves the tofu banh mi. Everyone I take here goes back. A bit divey and dirty but get over that and enjoy an amazing sandwich. read more

Based on the average review, I was prepared to have the best Banh Mi I've ever had. I was tempted to give this place a 3 based on being a bit letdown from such lofty expectations, but I should just review without bias. First off, I walked into the place, and I have to honestly say it is the worst looking and kept place I've seen in the Western Hemisphere in recent memory. Decades old tiles and (lack of) paint job, random things stored everywhere, ancient furniture etc... I'm honestly someone who puts ambience as a distant value, but it was a pretty big turnoff. I literally walked in, then out, to check that I read the sign correctly and that I was in the right place. I went ahead and ordered the pork sandwich combo, and first thing is the meat goes in the microwave. It's interesting that many people comment about how 'fresh' it is, because the microwave is literally right in the middle of the prep area. A steam-heated container for the meat would be much better. The combo came with a pop, and there were virtually no cans left in the fridge, and I was expected to take one sitting outside the fridge rather than a bottle. Now with the negative out of the way, here is the positive: In terms of freshness as others referred to, the bun was quite fresh, and I believe they bake it themselves daily. The pickled veggies were nice and did indeed seem fresh. The sauce was pretty good too, but I could've done with more heat, especially since I asked for it spicy. The meat was pretty good too, but not very tender, for obvious reasons coming out of the microwave. It came with a spring roll, which was pretty good. And the lady working there was quite nice and checked up on me a couple times. Here's the part that brings the review up: it is indeed incredibly cheap and less than you'll find for anything else - including any fast food. And the food is still pretty good, and similarly, better than you'll find in the same price range. For me: not the best Banh Mi ever (by a stretch), not an atmosphere I'd be proud to bring a guest with; but still a pretty good bite and very cheap. If you can look only at the food and relative value, and then leave blinders on for everything else, it gets a 4. read more

Effin' delicious and fresh. Why didn't I come here at the beginning of summer? Missed out for so long. Remember your high school crush? The love of your life when you were 16? Taking a bite into the banh mi here brings me back to my first love. Oh, the crispy, satisfying hard crunch of the baguette shell. The super-fresh chopped carrots, lightly pickled cucumbers, fragrant cilantro. The mysterious but delicious vietnamese meats. The light touch of mayo. The afternote of spicy heat. OMG it was perfect. I was ready to throw myself at the feet of the owners to apprentice myself that I too could learn the secrets of making a perfect banh mi sandwich. At $3, there is no better food in K-W. I felt more satisfied walking out of here than from a lot of AYCE sushi places. read more

This place just can't be beat for their prices! Although their banh mis are ridiculously cheap, they do not compromise on flavor at all. The inside of the restaurant does not look great but the focus should be on the food - fresh, meaty, saucy sandwiches. The lady behind the counter was running a one (wo)man show, she took the orders, made the sandwiches and was the cashier all at the same time. It was impressive! I ordered the spicy satay chicken ($4) and my boyfriend got the BBQ pork ($3.30) and teriyaki beef ($4). I really don't think you can go wrong with any of their choices, especially for those prices! read more

Best banh mi available in KW region! Super friendly staff and food is always fresh. One vegan option available (order vegetarian sub and ask to make vegan). read more

Great little hole in the wall spot for Banh Mi. Good vegetarian banh mi. The owner also can prepare the summer rolls vegetarian. Good deal! You can't go wrong with a $3 banh mi. read more

Authentic no-frill Vietnamese banh-mi. Get the #1 toasted and spicy, grab a can of soy milk and have the freshest lunch under $5. Seriously. Crunchy pickled carrots, curly whole parsley, pâté and this awesome mayo go well on a chewy French baguette and assorted (mild) cold cuts. My lunch at least once a week. ***not veg or kosher friendly. Cold cuts are pork. But you can always get the chicken banh mi. read more

Wow. Amazing. This was the third time in my life I had Banh Mi and this did not disappoint.

A banh mi gem! I've heard lots about this place! Went here for the first time for a quick takeout meal before catching a movie. The BBQ pork banh mi was amazing. The prices are great, sandwiches are made fast - all in all, a great place that won't make a dent in your wallet! read more

Deli Banh Mi Givral - Bbq pork banh mi - Delis Near Me - Kitchener, Ontario

OMG!!!! The BEST Banh Mi in LIFE! I suggest the BBQ pork make it spicy!!! Don't be a baby :P read more

Delicious! The subs don't look like much at first, but really pack a ton of flavor. Will be going back for sure.

A small hole in downtown Kitchener with cheap prices and tasty subs! It's not too special inside and they only take cash (and debit over $7), but the service is pretty quick and the sandwiches are tasty. I had the chicken teriyaki which was good - I give it only 3 stars since I think the bread was a little stale. Also, I'm pretty sure they reheat the food in a microwave and then serve which is kind of a downer. read more

Amazing! Highly recommend. Great subs, super fresh. Very nice staff. I will be back for sure!

Wow! What a great deal for lunch. This joint is a Vietnamese sandwich place, very tasty. I wouldn't say it's a nice sit down sandwich place but the sandwiches are great. I've tried the bbq pork, beef, and combination so far. They're all so so good. Would recommend this for a good cheap lunch, or even order a bunch for parties. I would. :-) read more

Cheap, delicious, and oh so crunchy. I went for the first time when I was pregnant and, to congratulate me, they threw in a tasty desert for free. It filled my tummy AND warmed my heart. read more

Amazing authentic Vietnamese Subs. A must try. Amazing value. Usually go for the #1 bit can't go wrong here

This is by far the best bang for the buck I've experienced anywhere in Canada. The food was UH-MAZING, with a capital U and H, and the prices were jaw dropping low. I would recommend this place with my life. read more

I had the veg Banh Mi. Fresh, quick, cheap, filling. What else do you need? My counterpart had a pork Banh Mi. They hate Onions, and cilantro.. Needless to say, the didn't enjoy. read more

So good and affordable. Love getting the pork sausage and BBQ. The roll is yummy- crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside.. worth the aftermath of having the roof of your mouth scratched up :) fresh Vietnamese pickled carrots, onion, cucumber and cilantro. Get it spicy with jalapeños and sriracha! Edit: because the sandwiches are such a deal at around $3 each, they've gotten a little sheisty with the amount of meat they put FYI. Also, we came closer to closing time at 7 on Friday and found that there wasn't any cilantro in our sandwiches :( get your bahn mí early! read more

Server behind the counter literally takes toppings, throws it in a banh mi bun (sitting on top of an oven without any wrapping underneath so not too hygienic but meh) and nukes it in a microwave in front of you. But for $3 for a Vietnamese meal you won't find anywhere nearby, it's a steal! A great on-the-go broke-ass-college-student meal. read more

Incredibly fresh and crunchy. So Effin good and the owners are some of the nicest people I've ever met. TRY THIS!

Cheap, delicious, and easy. We always crave this place when we think of Bahn Mi and can't seem to get enough!!!

You can't judge this place by the looks. I avoided it for a couple years because I just couldn't get past how it looks, but the food is really fantastic. It's simple and cheap, but really good. The BBQ pork and chicken satay tend to be my mainstay favourites, but I've tried most of the others and they've all been good. Givral is one of the reasons I'm grateful for working downtown Kitchener. read more