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Shake Up the Sandwich Rotation with These Banh Mi Sandwiches

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The Vietnamese bahn mi sandwich is a master class in texture. At different bites, the sandwich can deliver a crunchy, pickled, or satisfyingly fatty taste. The sandwich is traditionally constructed out of a French baguette (introduced to Vietnam during the French colonial period), with pickled daikon and carrots, cucumber, jalapeño, sometimes mayonnaise, butter or soy sauce, and various main fillings (pork belly is a popular option, as well as pate).

There's good news for the bahn mi enthusiast: Now that the sandwich is increasingly popular in the D.C. area, bahn mi production is ramping up like never before. This map largely focuses largely on traditional versions, but there are plenty of other spins out there, like a vegetarian offering at Tryst. Of note: another Eden Center favorite, Banh Ta Deli, is currently closed for renovations, but has plans to reopen soon.

While some restaurants may be in the city and others in the suburbs, they all share a common emphasis on the popular, and usually affordable, sandwich. Here are several standout bahn mi sandwiches to try now.

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Ba Le Bakery & Deli

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Craving bahn mi at an odd hour? This Falls Church destination for banh mi, with fillings like pork and shrimp balls, is open 24 hours.

Banh Mi DC Sandwich

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This casual Northern Virginia spot is devoted to bahn mi, and one of the area's top destinations for the dish. Find them with tofu, pork, chicken and everything in between. They're also reasonably-priced, at $4-6 each — buy five and get one free.

Banh Mi So 1

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There’s a healthy debate over which Eden Center shop serves the best bahn mi. Try them all, including the to-go options at Bahn Mi So 1, before weighing in. Find fillings like pate, grilled pork, and meatball (they also offer a buy 5, get one free deal).

Caphe Banh Mi

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This Old Town Alexandria spot serves bahn mi made with everything from pork to catfish to the “sloppy viet” with red curry ground beef.

Chase the Submarine

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This Vienna-based sandwich shop from chef Tim Ma serves a “belly bahn mi” with Virginia ham and braised pork belly.

Huong Binh Bakery & Deli

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Banh mi sandwiches here at this longtime Eden Center fixture are priced as low as $2.50. Fillings range from meatball and pork to grilled chicken and vegetarian.

Maketto

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Maketto on H Street offers a Cambodian num pang on its weekday (and Saturday) lunch menu. The sandwich is a Cambodian take on the Vietnamese classic with grilled marinated pork and all the toppings.

Mì La Cay

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This popular Vietnamese restaurant in Wheaton serves bahn mi alongside a host of other traditional dishes. Fillings include cold cuts, tofu, grilled beef, and more.

Nhu Lan Sandwich

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Eden Center favorite Song Long may have recently closed, but a host of bahn mi options are available just around the corner at this family-owned spot. Sour pork, meatball, shredded pork, and additional fillings are available for just $4.

Pho 14 (Multiple Locations)

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This banh mi destination in D.C. proper offers fillings such as Vietnamese bologna, fried egg, and barbecued pork. Sandwiches are $5.49, or $10.99 for a platter with appetizers and soup.

Pho Nom Nom

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Pho Nom Nom has an extensive bahn mi menu with filling options ranging from pork to chicken to shrimp.

Phonation

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The Phonation food truck offers not only your typical bahn mi options, but also a unique “burrito-bahn mi” version. Be sure to check Twitter for the truck’s location.

RollPlay

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Roll Play rolls out the red carpet treatment for bahn mi in a big way. Venture to Tysons Corner for a chance to design a custom sandwich.

Simply Banh Mi

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When bread runs out for the day at this Georgetown sandwich shop, banh mi is no longer an option. But when it's available, find halal, vegan, and gluten-free options here.

Sprig & Sprout

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Build a custom bahn mi at this Vietnamese-American spot near the Naval Observatory.

Ba Le Bakery & Deli

Craving bahn mi at an odd hour? This Falls Church destination for banh mi, with fillings like pork and shrimp balls, is open 24 hours.

Banh Mi DC Sandwich

This casual Northern Virginia spot is devoted to bahn mi, and one of the area's top destinations for the dish. Find them with tofu, pork, chicken and everything in between. They're also reasonably-priced, at $4-6 each — buy five and get one free.

Banh Mi So 1

There’s a healthy debate over which Eden Center shop serves the best bahn mi. Try them all, including the to-go options at Bahn Mi So 1, before weighing in. Find fillings like pate, grilled pork, and meatball (they also offer a buy 5, get one free deal).

Caphe Banh Mi

This Old Town Alexandria spot serves bahn mi made with everything from pork to catfish to the “sloppy viet” with red curry ground beef.

Chase the Submarine

This Vienna-based sandwich shop from chef Tim Ma serves a “belly bahn mi” with Virginia ham and braised pork belly.

Huong Binh Bakery & Deli

Banh mi sandwiches here at this longtime Eden Center fixture are priced as low as $2.50. Fillings range from meatball and pork to grilled chicken and vegetarian.

Maketto

Maketto on H Street offers a Cambodian num pang on its weekday (and Saturday) lunch menu. The sandwich is a Cambodian take on the Vietnamese classic with grilled marinated pork and all the toppings.

Mì La Cay

This popular Vietnamese restaurant in Wheaton serves bahn mi alongside a host of other traditional dishes. Fillings include cold cuts, tofu, grilled beef, and more.

Nhu Lan Sandwich

Eden Center favorite Song Long may have recently closed, but a host of bahn mi options are available just around the corner at this family-owned spot. Sour pork, meatball, shredded pork, and additional fillings are available for just $4.

Pho 14 (Multiple Locations)

This banh mi destination in D.C. proper offers fillings such as Vietnamese bologna, fried egg, and barbecued pork. Sandwiches are $5.49, or $10.99 for a platter with appetizers and soup.

Pho Nom Nom

Pho Nom Nom has an extensive bahn mi menu with filling options ranging from pork to chicken to shrimp.

Phonation

The Phonation food truck offers not only your typical bahn mi options, but also a unique “burrito-bahn mi” version. Be sure to check Twitter for the truck’s location.

RollPlay

Roll Play rolls out the red carpet treatment for bahn mi in a big way. Venture to Tysons Corner for a chance to design a custom sandwich.

Simply Banh Mi

When bread runs out for the day at this Georgetown sandwich shop, banh mi is no longer an option. But when it's available, find halal, vegan, and gluten-free options here.

Sprig & Sprout

Build a custom bahn mi at this Vietnamese-American spot near the Naval Observatory.

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