Amazing Bahn Mi from an amazing lady! Best I have ever had, I have been searching for better, I doubt I will ever find it. Drove back the next day from Hilo just to have another. May need to make another trip from Seattle just to have it again. To top it off, she is the sweetest little lady you will ever meet! read more

This place is a staple in Hilo. They can get busy during lunch hours, but be patient, it is worth it. There is something about the quality of the ingredients that makes this place different from other bahn mis. I've been here several times recently and the consistency of flavor is outstanding. They also have covered seating available to use during the Hilo rain. I like to get a coffee with my sandwich at Hilo Ice Coffee. read more

My sandwich here was absolutely delicious with great seasoning and spicing. I love this type of sandwich and the usual "fails"by other makers are dryness of meat and most of all the lack of "crispy" freshness on the light, special bread (french influenced) that make the Bahn mi sandwiches so special. The Yellow Sub is just perfect on both, and my Lemongrass Roast Pork Bahn mi was just wonderful, crispy fresh roll with succulent fresh cooked pork that was beautifully spiced. I washed it down with a Thai Iced Tea, also just right. Did I mention that the prices are low and that this is a very pleasant place to stop and eat? You can easily also take to go to Richardson Beach or any of the other beaches within two minutes drive along the same road to enjoy it there. Great discovery! read more

Yummy Bahn Mi! Le Yellow Sub is on my lunch stop rotation in hilo town. The ladies working there provide excellent customer service.

I had been wanting to try this place for years. I crossed my fingers that it would be open as we made our way across the island. I felt a grin emerge as we turned into the parking lot & all signs pointed toward success. The lemongrass chicken Banh Mi is to die for. She asked if I liked it spicy, yes please. The thin slices of fresh jalapenos made the sandwich dance. The chicken is tender, the veggies are crisp and the sauce is spot on. After hikes around the boiling pots & Akaka falls, I was pretty hungry. I took the lovingly made sandwich over to coconut island and happily ate it in-between passing sprinkles, while I watched the keiki jump off of the rock tower into the ocean. I will always try to stop by when passing through or staying on the Hilo side. read more

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Pure YUM Le and Kim are so friendly Bhan Mi are full of flavor Cute spot to enjoy a good Vietnamese sandwich. Talked stories with both ladies. This is definitely a go to spot for a quick fix. Don't miss out on this little yellow sub food truck read more

Owned by a kind Vietnamese woman. We talked to her as she tended to the basil she grows herself. Cash only. Heads up. She pointed us to an ATM in the gas station a 5 min walk away The breakfast banh mi had ketchup and bacon. I'm not strict for authenticity, but imo doesn't go great. The pork lemongrass banh mi was much better, worth adding the pate read more

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Cute little food truck off the beaten track. Saw this on DDD. We arrived after the lunch rush after 2pm and we were the only ones there. The lady in the truck was friendly and there are a few tables under cover with a cool fish painting. We walked from our hotel nearby. The spring rolls were great. Pork lemongrass and bacon pate banh mi sandwiches were both really tasty too, albeit a little spicy (we asked for medium but they were HOT). The Thai ice tea with coconut milk helped cool it down. A filling, cheap lunch! read more

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As seen on DDD! It is truly a little lot off the road next to the park entrance. There is a pizza truck and coffee truck there too that may or may not be open. We ordered the lemon grass chicken bahn mi, and it lived up to the reputation! $9 in August of 23. All of the components were treated right, thus creating a symphony on the palette. One of the best foods I've had on the island visit fir sure.. We could have sat at the covered tables but instead headed just up the road to Coconut Island. Would I go back? Yes! Probably get some spring rolls too. read more

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Friendly staff and fire bahn mi's ! Definitely hit the spot and would 10/10 recommend. Oceanside park next door for a meal with a view ;) read more

Le Yellow Sub - Pork Meatball Bahn Mi (with pate added) - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Bored of studying, I went browsing for food places on Yelp and stumbled upon this page. Another banh mi place! Especially with the option of having pate (liver)! I definitely had to try it out. It's located next to the Ponds restaurant (left of it) and across of Big Island Motors in a vacated lot. I doubt there would ever be any parking trouble in a big lot with only one food truck present. When I went up to the truck, I didn't see any other menu besides the banh mi menu but there were a couple of people off to the side eating something similar to a plate lunch. But my friend and I were mainly there for the banh mi, which worked out fine. We both ordered the pork lemongrass banh mi in addition to a chicken lemongrass banh mi and a breakfast banh mi for two of our friends. We also got three thai teas. The owner was super nice in accommodating to our order requests. Because she was a one-man worker, my friend and I waited on the side, admiring the cute little campsite set up. The sandwiches looked filling! I was super excited to try it after taking the mandatory pic of the foods. Not a fan of parsley, so it took a while before I got into my first bite. The lemongrass marinade was a really saucy kind of marinade, which I didn't expect when biting into my sandwich. It was almost like BBQ sauce (not the taste). The bite didn't wow me, but it was definitely good. The pate accompanied the meat and sauce well. But it wasn't a really memorable experience. I really liked how generous the portions of meat and pate were. The same went for the thai tea. Large size cup of thai tea with coconut cream. That was really unique. I don't think I mixed it well enough because the first half of the drink was really good with a blend of coconut and tea but the last half was all weird coconut liquid with barely any tea... Loved the portions tho! Seeing that the owner is such a nice hard worker, I definitely recommend checking this place to support local businesses. The price is super reasonable too! read more

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Fantastic Vietnamese food, always fresh and delicious served with plenty aloha! Highly recommended.

I don't know if ownership has changed or if I just hit it on an off day but there was no cilantro in my bahn mi, the lemongrass pork had no lemongrass flavor and there were tomato slices in it (something I've never had in a bahn mi and I've had my fair share). Pretty disappointing if you're eating bahn mi for this amazing Vietnamese flavors and authenticity! Odd too because so many folks love this place. Oh well the quest for the perfect bahn mi in Hilo continues! read more

Ordered the spicy pork banh mi and spring rolls. Wasn't too impressed with the banh mi and it definitely had no spicyness. The bread was risky which was the highlight but the pork looked like pieces of steak and want seasoned very well. The spring rolls were doggy and not very flavorful. For the price is rather go to kings for a proper banh mi but that's me. read more

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The Bahnmi is packed with vegetables and whatever protein you choose with lots of sauce. We ate it at the beach park nearby in the car. Afterward, I wished that I had a bib and a table to eat on because it got everywhere. Great service, though! It's a food truck among three others. Lots of parking and dog friendly. read more

SOo ono you know! I ordered the bacon and egg Bahn Mi (sandwich) medium spicy and they even made it scrambled vs fried! Added their cilantro on top and i went order one Thai iced tea with coconut cream! So good! Fair price! Great personable local-kine service with the ambiance of Kuhio Kalanianaole Park next door, view of da bay, a naked Mauna Loa over my shoulder and slightly clouded Mauna Kea off to the right..very very pleasant! read more

This proprietor was so nice to my elderly mom and made soup for her even though it wasn't on the menu that day. My sandwich was fresh and the view from the picnic table at the park across the parking lot was fabulous! There were other food trucks to choose from in the lot that day for my husband who likes Italian - it's basically like a food court and everyone can get what they want and then sit together with a lovely view. If you bring your suit you can take a little dip across the lagoon where the local kids swim if you like. Picturesque setting! read more

Fresh and tasty Banh Mi sandwiches from a food truck. Service l good and sat in a park and ate nearby which enhanced the experience.

This was a top 5 meals I've ever had. Absolutely loved the spring rolls and the pork banh mi was to die for. I actually got the chance to meet Le and she was so nice. The service was pretty quick about 15 minutes. The lot was full of food trucks too. And please don't slack on this place because it's a food truck. If you're in the Hilo area 100% come here. read more

Great banh mi sandwiches and spring rolls! Le is an amazing chef. She's only open Monday thru Wednesday. Regards Beau Toichi read more

Amazing! Stopped by with a friend for lunch. No line! Ordered the Pork Bahn mi and Shrimp Sald Rolls. Excellent! Sauces were incredible. The ladies are super sweet and so nice. Definitely will be back! Can't wait to try the Tofu Bahn Mi next time! read more

Very tasty Bahn Mi! The women working were so sweet as well. Would recommend a stop at this quaint little truck. read more

Le Yellow Sub - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

She moved to the slot right between Ponds Restaurant and Kuhio Kalanianaole Park. There's parking right in front of the truck. Chicken and pork banh mi was the bomb!! The grill pork and chicken was so perfect, with lots of pickles, cucumbers and tomatoes. Quality is amazing. I can eat this everyday really. read more

Le Yellow Sub - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Bahmi was delish with all the fixings. Get the pate. Spring roll pate was yum. I liked those more than the bun noodle dish. read more

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If you come to the big island, Le Yellow Sub is the best food truck on the island. This was my first time trying Vietnamese food, and it was amazing, the bread and veggies were so fresh and the sandwich tasted amazing with a delicious flavors. Le, the chef is the sweetest, she was very accommodating and she made sure we are having a good time! read more

Le Yellow Sub - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Tasty Vietnamese food with the friendliest soul! You'll love Lê's sparkling personality and wonderfully prepared dishes and Bahn Mi! And the price? You won't believe how affordable great food can be. See for yourself! read more

Le Yellow Sub - Pho Bahn Mi ~ A beefy pho broth with slices of onions and cilantro accompanied by a bahn mi filled with what's normally found in the pho! - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

If you"re in Hilo, you have to come here . It takes a while for her to make, but sooooo worth it!!!!! We had pork bahn-mi spicy and the tea and the lime juice - taste buds are dancing with delight read more

Le Yellow Sub - Outdoor table has a cool fish mural - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Love the tofu vermicelli bowl! So fresh with the herbs and the turmeric vegetarian sauce to top it all off. Delicious food

I love the attention to detail in their sandwiches. The thinly sliced pickled jalapeño to the lovely lemongrass pork and the perfect bread. The spring rolls were also perfectly cooked. What a fantastic meal. read more

So good! Simple and super tasty. Ordered the pork lemongrass bánh mi on a hot sunny Hilo day. Wait time was fast. Baguette looked eh when I first opened my sandwich. After the first bite I was very pleased- fresh, refreshing, savory and just so tasty! Portion size was perfect for lunch and the amount of meat given was just right. Gravel parking lot with unmarked stalls. Looking forward to going back. read more

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Heard about this place from DDD and had to try it! The sandwiches were delicious, I liked how Le adds tomatoes to her banh mi's, something I've never experienced before. She came out to chat with us and she was so sweet and humble. I'll definitely come back if I'm ever in Hilo again read more

Le Yellow Sub - Lemongrass pork banh mi's! - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Best really fresh Viet food and drinks in Hilo hands down! AND you can eat your food at picnic tables with fabulous views just next door and in the park. Very near the Ice Pond. read more

The Bamn Mi sandwiches are the best I have ever had, and I have search far for one. Even in Vietnam. The lady(owner) does everything by herself so you know the quality of the food is exactly what she intended to be. I love that she is next to a beach park which makes the perfect picnic day at the beach so convenient. read more

We have become almost weekly regulars here at Le yellow sub. Le, the owner is the sweetest woman and runs this food truck all by herself. So please be patient when there are multiple people who have ordered. She makes everything fresh. And the flavors are just outstanding. I've never had a Bahn mi that compares. Lemon grass bahn mi spicy with jalapeños *drool*. If you don't know where she is, (she moved locations from where she used to be near island naturals in Hilo) she's now set up along Kalaniana'ole hwy 2 lots just past ponds restaurant. Go see her!! She said business is slow since she moved, so this is your chance to not have a long wait ;) If you're in a hurry, call her and make a phone order. I have waited an hour for food ONCE (and I keep coming back!). Otherwise it's about 5-20 min depending on how many orders she has. read more

New location on Kalanianaole ave, going too be new food truck park. First truck on site same great food read more

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Super good place to eat, if you are craving the classic Vietnamese sandwiches, for a very good price for the island (sandwichs under $10- subway subs will cost as much or more) Made by super nice older Vietnamese lady, & what I assume is her daughter/granddaughter, making this place as authentic as it gets.. That fresh baked French bread with crunchy cucumber & veggie slices, along with sauce & meat of your choice (chicken or pork) makes this an island favorite for me! Only open 3 days a week, & not all day so make sure that they're open before you come. Also- they only take cash payments so hit the ATM on your way there. read more

Highly recommend the bahn mi here! It's a small food truck on the side of road but it's definitely worth a visit here. And love the ladies who work there, they're the best! read more

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Haven't had delicious bahn mi until Le Yellow Sub! Unlike other bahn mi I've tried in Hilo, this one had the the right balance of meat and veggies, and spice! So delicious, I will definitely return for more! read more

Le Yellow Sub - Lemongrass chicken bahn mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

I love Lei!! She's so great and always goes above and beyond for her customers. All of her food is delicately hand crafted with love! Don't expect to get your orders quickly as it is mostly just her in there but let me assure you it is always 10% worth the wait!!!! read more