A traditional Vietnamese sandwich served on a mini baguette (hello, history of French Indochina), the bánh mì can contain an assortment of pickled and fresh vegetables, fried eggs, pâté, and various proteins, from pork to chicken to beef — meaning the dish is uniquely suited to adding variety and culinary fusion into your life.
Here’s where you can snag both traditional and more modern varieties throughout Westchester.
The Banh Mi Shop
148 Mamaroneck Ave Ste B, White Plains; 914.686.6888
I mean, this one’s kind of a no-brainer, right? It’s called “The Banh Mi Shop.” Snag traditional favorites like the OG Vietnamese/roast ham duo, grilled pork, or tofu, or more eclectic variations like fried chicken, catfish, shrimp, and even grilled short rib. Build your own sandwich to your liking. You’ll want to tack on a few tasty sides and apps like spring or summer rolls, edamame, noodles, rice, salads, or even some delicious pho. (Cash only; takeout and delivery only for now)
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Bridge View Tavern
226 Beekman Ave, Sleepy Hollow; 914.332.0078
Everyone’s favorite dining spot for a Tappan Zee/Cuomo Bridge view is also a local favorite when it comes to bánh mì. The predominantly traditional American menu is peppered with a few international highlights, including this sandwich with garlic, sesame, and lime roasted pork shoulder topped with pickled carrots, English cucumber, cilantro, and a special Vietnamese barbecue sauce. The handheld is served on fresh-baked wedge bread. Delicious!
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Exit 4 Food Hall
153 East Main St, Mount Kisco; 914.241.1200
Exit 4 Food Hall is known for its wonderful hodgepodge of multiple culinary backgrounds, all lovingly prepared. Savor an interesting fusion take on Vietnamese bánh mì, prepared with roasted ahi tuna and served with carrots, cucumber, radish, cabbage, cilantro, and a spicy mayo in three steamed bao buns. Appropriately titled Ahi Bao Bánh Mì, this is a dish to try.
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Saigonese
158 S Central Ave, Hartsdale; 914.288.9088
This Hartsdale shop offers traditional Vietnamese bánh mì, including beef, chicken, pork, and tofu protein choices, all served with soy sauce, mayo, pickled daikon, cucumber, and cilantro. Try the classic sandwich, made with pork belly, pate, and pork ham fillings. Side items, such as fried egg and pickles, can be added to take these over the top.
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32 Pho
32 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains; 914.946.1534
This White Plains Vietnamese go-to is serving up both delicious, hearty pho, and, more importantly, a killer bánh mì. Choose from four equally delicious proteins: grilled chicken, pork chop, Vietnamese ham, and grilled short ribs; another option of fried catfish is added to the dinner menu. Each one comes with bean sprouts, pickled carrots, cilantro, Thai basil, jalapeño, and hoisin glaze. Still hungry? There’s a plethora of pho, rice dishes, and vermicelli bowls to go around.
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