Ba Le Sandwich Shop

Grilled pork banh mi has a different flavor due to the thinly sliced chilled onions and the bigger peanut crumbs they use. Never had banh mi with onions before.
Bread, meat, veggies are thumbs up.

Published a year ago

Ba Le sandwiches are so much better in taste and quality then Lee’s sandwiches. Ba Le fills sandwiches with meat. ( Where Lees barely puts some in there’s) . We usually get BBQ Pork with a fried egg added. Bread is always soft and taste good. Yum! you can’t go wrong.
It’s not a dine in place. But all sorts of other goodies to choose from while you wait. Shrimp rolls &spring rolls- delicious too. canned sodas, chips, deserts to go.
My husband and I have been coming here for over 7 years.

Published a year ago

Delicious banh mi & so cheap! $4 for a big sandwich!! Definitely coming back for more.
Update: tried more dishes. Yummm so good! $4 for spring rolls & $6 for chicken rice!! So cheap & delish!

Published 5 years ago

Really good sandwich with decent coffee is a good way to enjoy an early Sunday afternoon.

ITEM'S ORDERED:

Chicken banh mi w/ egg added
Vietnamese Coffee

TASTE:

I've had a fair amount of banh mi & this was one of the better ones. Bread & veggies were fresh, chicken was tasty & a solid portion of it as well. Decided to add egg which just made it even more of a meal. I enjoyed how it wasn't just drenched in mayo, but rather had the right amount & went well with the light soy sauce flavor.

Vietnamese Coffee was pretty decent. Not the best I've had but also not the worst. Really just a little too weak of a coffee flavor for me, but imagine most would be fine with it.

SERVICE, LOCATION & PARKING:

Service was friendly & it wasn't too difficult ordering in English as I've noticed at other places. They are cash only FYI.

They are located in right off Atlantic & Valley in the Starbucks/Chase plaza. Pretty easy to find a parking spot but just FYI sometimes really busy because the Starbucks drive thru.

There's so many different banh mi places around but I'll say I was impressed enough with this one so I'd go back here.

Published 5 years ago

This is my go to for banh mis because I prefer easily chewable baguettes 😂. One of my biggest complaints with banh mis is how tired my jaw gets after eating one but I rarely have that problem here.

I’ve had most of their menu but I really like the pate, nem nuong, and bbq pork/beef. They also sell other snacks and desserts. They only accept cash. There’s no seating inside. They’re located inside the Alhambra plaza so they share a parking lot with Starbucks and Asia supermarket so parking can be a pain sometimes.

Published 3 years ago

Outstanding baguette, shatteringly crisp crust, generous helpings of banh mi fillings, with well-marinated meats. Highly recommend

Published a year ago

Ordered chicken sandwiches and bread tasted not fresh and chicken was big pieces with no flavor. Quality and customer service are going down while the price going up :( Sad as it was out go to Vietnamese sandwich place!

Published 2 years ago

The banh mi was really skimpy on the inside. It’s all about balance and although the bread is fresh and perfect, it was most of the sandwich. I wish there was a more meat, but it was also low on the pickled vegetables!

Pate flavor was great though.

Published 5 years ago

Published a year ago

Ba Le sandwiches are so much better in taste and quality then Lee’s sandwiches. Ba Le fills sandwiches with meat. ( Where Lees barely puts some in there’s) . We usually get BBQ Pork with a fried egg added. Bread is always soft and taste good. Yum! you can’t go wrong.
It’s not a dine in place. But all sorts of other goodies to choose from while you wait. Shrimp rolls &spring rolls- delicious too. canned sodas, chips, deserts to go.
My husband and I have been coming here for over 7 years.

Published a year ago

Grilled pork banh mi has a different flavor due to the thinly sliced chilled onions and the bigger peanut crumbs they use. Never had banh mi with onions before.
Bread, meat, veggies are thumbs up.

Published a year ago

Outstanding baguette, shatteringly crisp crust, generous helpings of banh mi fillings, with well-marinated meats. Highly recommend

Published a year ago

No sitting, not much to say, did acceptable, but they have no pepper, no, no salt, no , no no

Published a year ago

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Published 2 years ago

Ordered chicken sandwiches and bread tasted not fresh and chicken was big pieces with no flavor. Quality and customer service are going down while the price going up :( Sad as it was out go to Vietnamese sandwich place!

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

I've never had peanuts in banh mi but they were fantastic. Cash only.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

My biggest complaint is they use the same dirty latex gloves to handle cash, get your food, put the lid on your coffee etc. you can see the gloves are dirty and been used for a week. I believe they misunderstood the reason to use gloves. Gloves are meant to prevent contamination to peoples food when touching money and other things. They think it's so their hands don't get dirty. so kinda a big no for me

Published 2 years ago

Each year we come to the US and stay in LA, we make a point to visit this shop. The food and drinks are wonderful and the staff is always so friendly and kind even when we make a mistake with the order. Great place!!!

Published 2 years ago

Poor communication skills. I had asked if they still had meat ball rolls they said yes. But charged me for a full on plate dish. Told them this is not what I ordered and they said i asked for that. Charged and given something didn't order. Never recommending this place or coming to this place. First and last time I go there.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Still one of our favorite Vietnamese sandwich stops. The banh mi is terrific, so are the spring and egg rolls! Love the coffee, too. So strong and so good.

Published 2 years ago

Great sandwiches and egg rolls. Buy 5 and get 1 free. Very reasonably priced.

Published 2 years ago

Bons sanduíches vietnamitas e outras comidas interessantes. Vários tipos de rolinhos vietnamitas feitos com massa de arroz e diferentes recheios. Café bem melhor que do Starbucks pela metade do preço. Só aceitam cash.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Sandwiches always good here can't go wrong bread is crispy as always 😋 can't put more good word

Published 2 years ago

Warning ⚠️ Be aware!
They charged me different prices every time I came, I'm aware that there's a lady, I believe she's the owner did charged me less than the others. So I think the others who work there are trying to steal the extra money for their own pocket, I hope the owner reads my review and does something about it. Just a little advice, don't buy anything that is not priced or they will say whatever the price they want.

Published 2 years ago

Always good experience for the Viet sandwich bahn mi. Ice coffee is good, too. Can’t go wrong with this place.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Great bahn mi sandwiches.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

This is my favorite Bondi place in the San Gabriel Valley. I would get this multiple times a week if I was a little closer. It’s cash only but the prices are extremely reasonable, especially in 2024. my go to is the barbecue pork. My wife gets the pork belly and adds barbecue pork. Also, I really like the green pandan bread they sell. There are no seats or anything. It’s just a takeout place but they do a great sandwich. The bread is baked fresh and it’s not stale. The meat is good. The veggies are good. I definitely recommend.

Published 2 years ago

好喝

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

best banmi period. priced all below $8. and stuffed. huge sandwiches. not skinny. cash only

Published 2 years ago

Good Sandwiches

Published 3 years ago

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Published 3 years ago

When I came it weren’t busy. Cashier was just stood there and watch t.v service was extremely slow. Sandwich weren’t the best lack of flavor. Penny worth was just average. I asked for recommendations cashiers responds were it depends on what I like because everyone different. Cashiers too busy communicating with each other about non senses about what they are instead of helping customers. Not as attentive as any other banh mi shops in o.c. If this shop were to be in o.c. Can’t compete with thh, or banh mi Saigon

Published 3 years ago

As soon as I walk in, he says we’re all out of bread

Published 3 years ago

Our favourite bahn mi sandwich shop for years. The perfect combination of protein, marinated veggies and freshly made baguettes. We also often pick up flan and vietnamese style coffee bc they are that good. Highly recommended.

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Overall: 3.3/5 (take out)

We came on a Saturday around 4:30 PM so it wasn't busy. We were craving banh mi so we did the buy 5 get 1 free sandwich deal. We wanted la lot but they didn't have anymore. The sandwiches came out pretty quickly too but there's a clear difference between which ones are good and which ones are bad.

Ba Le Special - Dac Biet ($7.50): This was clearly their best sandwich. Everything was really good and tasty.

BBQ Pork ($7): This was a close second. The pork came with peanuts, green onion, & house sauce which made it so flavorful and different from any other BBQ pork we've tried.

BBQ Beef ($7.50): This was okay. It was more dry and less flavorful than BBQ pork even though it had the same marinade.

Pork Belly - Ba Chi ($6.50): This was the third best banh mi. The pork belly was really thin and looks like xa xiu.

Sweet Meat - Xiu Mai ($6): The sweet meat was so gross. The texture was like baby food so I can see why they call it the "Asian Sloppy Joe". We only took 2 bites.

Pork Lemongrass Sausage ($7): The sausage was flavorless. It's the 2nd worse one. Would not recommend either.

Crispy Chicken Jerky ($8 for 4 oz): Not a fan of the texture. Flavor is meh.

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Amazing banh mi. Crispy, yet soft bread. Good amount of toppings. Fair price.

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We stip by when we are in the Area BALE sandwitches are 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👍👍👍Very GOOD i LIKe the Bread how its Flakey its "'BOMB"🤟🤟🤟🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣✨✨🎣✨🎣

Published 3 years ago

So yummy

Published 3 years ago

This is my go to for banh mis because I prefer easily chewable baguettes 😂. One of my biggest complaints with banh mis is how tired my jaw gets after eating one but I rarely have that problem here.

I’ve had most of their menu but I really like the pate, nem nuong, and bbq pork/beef. They also sell other snacks and desserts. They only accept cash. There’s no seating inside. They’re located inside the Alhambra plaza so they share a parking lot with Starbucks and Asia supermarket so parking can be a pain sometimes.

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

I wish I knew about this place sooner! I want to eat their egg sandwich everyday!!! So good! 🍳🥪

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

The sandwiches are good, but I love their baguettes 🥖!!

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Good service

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Best local Banh Mi IMHO. Been around forever and make some really tasty sandwiches.

Published 4 years ago

I come here quite regularly and it’s one of my favorites. Very reasonable prices and delicious food. Can’t go wrong.

Published 4 years ago

Published 4 years ago

So good , made when you order .
Cash Only

Published 4 years ago

Good attention and food 😊🙂🙂

Published 4 years ago

So delicious! I always order a few extra for later. Crisp and soft bread I usually get the tofu and the chicken they have just the right amount of meat an sour veggies and fresh veggies. Fresh sugar cane juice is amazing! Very friendly staff quick service I will be back.

Published 4 years ago

Just not bad, I don’t like the bread.

Published 4 years ago

Love the Vietnamese sandwiches and coffee

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Published 4 years ago

Really good sandwiches and the best French bread anywhere. Right amount of crunch and still chewy. Expect crumbs in your lap if you eat in the car. Iced coffee is bomb too. All sandwich shops should buy their bread here.

Published 4 years ago

The meat to bread ratio is great and it’s fresh. Always ask to get your banh mi cut in half.

Published 4 years ago

the bread has a great texture. will come back

Published 4 years ago

I love this little sandwich place! The prices are quite reasonable and there is a huge selection. My favorite sandwich is the Special Sandwich (#2). I always get with the veggies on the side as I don't like my sandwich getting soggy.

Parking is sometimes hard to find but so worth it! They are also cash only so please be mindful before you get here. Though there is a Chase bank in the same plaza where they are located.

Published 4 years ago

I will go here again to support a local business, but the food was not amazing.

Published 5 years ago

Published 5 years ago

Getting to be pricey.

Published 5 years ago

Ba Le is not only tied for my favorite overall bahn mi spots, it has THE BEST vegetarian bahn mi (14. bahn mi chay). While most places offer a meat substitute like “vegetarian ham” Ba Le makes a delicious sautéed tofu with veggies. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu.

Published 5 years ago

Always gotta pick up a sandwich and spring rolls!

Published 5 years ago

Good vegetarian sandwich.

Published 5 years ago

Really good sandwich with decent coffee is a good way to enjoy an early Sunday afternoon.

ITEM'S ORDERED:

Chicken banh mi w/ egg added
Vietnamese Coffee

TASTE:

I've had a fair amount of banh mi & this was one of the better ones. Bread & veggies were fresh, chicken was tasty & a solid portion of it as well. Decided to add egg which just made it even more of a meal. I enjoyed how it wasn't just drenched in mayo, but rather had the right amount & went well with the light soy sauce flavor.

Vietnamese Coffee was pretty decent. Not the best I've had but also not the worst. Really just a little too weak of a coffee flavor for me, but imagine most would be fine with it.

SERVICE, LOCATION & PARKING:

Service was friendly & it wasn't too difficult ordering in English as I've noticed at other places. They are cash only FYI.

They are located in right off Atlantic & Valley in the Starbucks/Chase plaza. Pretty easy to find a parking spot but just FYI sometimes really busy because the Starbucks drive thru.

There's so many different banh mi places around but I'll say I was impressed enough with this one so I'd go back here.

Published 5 years ago

Great desserts and sandwiches cheap and tasty, but remember, cash only!

Published 5 years ago

This place they lie to you dont eat here

Published 5 years ago

Have been coming to this place regularly in the past 10 years. Small place, really good banh mi and spring roll and.... Basically everything. Good price. They made their bread in house and daily; Crispy and light, and perfect for banh mi. Spring rolls are light and refreshing. Vietnamese coffee is strong.

Published 5 years ago

The best Banh mi!

Published 5 years ago

Delicious banh mi & so cheap! $4 for a big sandwich!! Definitely coming back for more.
Update: tried more dishes. Yummm so good! $4 for spring rolls & $6 for chicken rice!! So cheap & delish!

Published 5 years ago

I came across this place before heading back to NY. The sandwich was pretty good! Reminds me of my moms, so that’s a good sign!!! Ice coffee was perfect. Definitely recommend!

Published 5 years ago

Published 5 years ago

Food: 4/5 stars
I can't say they're the best since there are so many good choices around here. I am so blessed when it comes to VN food in this area. The taste will hold its own to any other sandwich places. That's a pretty tall order right there for this neighborhood.

Atmosphere: 3/5 stars
Nothing to dream about. Hole in wall with counter for ordering. To go only. But hey, it's great for grab and run when you don't have time.

Service: 4/5 stars
Order at counter and pay for food. The women there were very helpful and make sure you know they'll take care of your order.

Expense: 5/5 stars
Cheap. Cheap. Cheap. Did I mention cheap? I did? Well it's cheap (price wise not quality wise), but cash only.

Return: 5/5 stars
Solid and cheap VN sandwiches, coffee, juices, side dishes; what else can you ask for? No, don't answer that... Just come and enjoy the food. Return? Do you have to ask? ;)

Published 5 years ago

Surprisingly better than Lee's sandwiches. I love their bread

Published 5 years ago

Published 5 years ago

The price did go up slightly, but the food is still a great deal and worth every penny. One of the best places for banh mi around the SGV.

Published 5 years ago

The banh mi was really skimpy on the inside. It’s all about balance and although the bread is fresh and perfect, it was most of the sandwich. I wish there was a more meat, but it was also low on the pickled vegetables!

Pate flavor was great though.

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I love this small family owned place. They bake their bread fresh daily and make their deli meats and pate in house. I like their number one and number two but I also really like their bbq pork sandwich. I also love the viet coffee, fresh sugar cane drink and avocado smoothie. This is my go to place for a simple casual fresh breakfast/lunch during these hard times! FYI, if you buy 5 sandwiches, you get a 6th free! Great for families! ❤️

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Love the fresh baked bread!

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Awesome sandwiches and spring rolls.

Published 6 years ago

Good sandwiches, bread, and a variety of other foods.

Published 6 years ago

They have the best bah mis in the area. If you like pork, try #12 and #8

Published 6 years ago

No FRILLS

Quick, fast, tasty and inexpensive. Love this place.

Published 6 years ago

Very Good

Published 6 years ago

Published 6 years ago

Nice and big sandwiches, taste really good.

Published 6 years ago

This is one of the best Vietnamese sandwich shops in Los Angeles county, offering up freshly made food items and drinks. Everything tasted authentic and flavorful. This is where I go for lunch and a quick snack. BTW, they only accept cash.

Published 6 years ago

Nice

Published 6 years ago

Giá hợp lý ngon

Published 6 years ago

Published 6 years ago

Amazing french roll! Also sugar cane juice makes me go back every time!

Published 6 years ago

Published 6 years ago

In this area, it is the original one while others come and go. I still prefer their sandwiches over other. They offer other foods and treats too. Not much of a place but I go there for the food. Very reliable for over 30 years.

Published 6 years ago

The employees are friendly, and helpful. I ordered the special and the pork belly sandwich with an Avacado shake. The special, was tasty and the avocado shake was on point. I'm going back for the those two. The pork belly didnt taste to fresh. The service was fast. It's dark in there and I like that there is only 4 ppl at a time allowed in.

Published 6 years ago

Ordered a tray of summer rolls (shrimp with avocado and BBQ pork) for nurses week and my coworkers loved them! The tray was empty before the day was even over.
Their sandwiches are also great! They make their bread in-house so it's fresh everyday. Friendly service on top of great food and great prices 👍🏼.

Published 6 years ago

Just found this place yesterday and now I’m super addicted! Sooooo much better than lees sandwich too!

Published 6 years ago

Food are tasty.

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Bread is amazing and the variety of sandwiches are great👍

Published 7 years ago

Best Vietnamese french sandwiches in the San Gab. Valley. Always fresh and delicious!!! Strictly take out.

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Ba Le makes one of the better Ban mi sandwiches in the San Gabriel Valley, and it is because of the higher quality baguettes they use.

I find some of their pickled vegetables a little lacking, but their rest of the ingredients used is well put together. In addition, they do put just enough of their manonnaise spread to make a very tasty sandwich.

At $3.50 for their basic and 4 bucks for a Dac Biet, they are exemplary for a fabulous cheap eats. There are other fillings such as chicken, pork, and beef too.

Their fried egg rolls are made well, but lack much flavor. There are many other places that do a better job.

Ba Le is a Vietnamese deli, thus you will find many other traditional eats here too. For sweet coffee lovers they also make a delicious Cafe su dá. Starbucks, just outside the parking lot, should be very jealous.

Everything is Cash Only, and there is no restroom nor tables. They are strictly a grab and go joint.

P.S. excellent play on a creative name.

Published 7 years ago

Published 7 years ago

Awesome sandwiches. I always get bbq pork with egg. It's cash only and reasonably priced. Banh mi che cali has a better deal but ba le has the better sandwich.

Published 7 years ago

Best BBQ pork sandwich in town. They don't use the highest quality cuts but they marinate it in the sweet red sauce that gives it a more delicious flavor even when compared to higher end shops like Mr. Baguette.

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Best coffee!

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Good..fresh sandwiches..juice and smoothie. Fresh fresh breads. All good stuff

Published 7 years ago

I love this place. Everything is so cheap

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Simple sandwiches and salads next to the shooting range

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Always like to stop here to pick up a quick purchase to eat for lunch.

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Can't beat the price, can't beat the quality of their sandwiches. Great place to eat. Love it here.

Published 7 years ago

OG place .. the best.. great service ... banh mi is delicious

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Awesome vietnamese sandwich!🤙

Published 7 years ago

Definitely my go to banh mi place. 😍

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Always come here for Vietnamese food because their quality is pretty good, and it has very good prices. Their chicken pie is very delicious that I recommended for lunch or snack because it is $1.50 each. Also, their drinks like milk tea and orange juice is good for breakfast so I recommenced people to come here for quick bite.

Published 8 years ago

Dac Biet Banh Mi I highly recommend.

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Good taste, low prices

Published 8 years ago

Good bread, very nice and friendly staffs

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There are 3 banh mi places within a half mile. Of the three, ba le was rated hands down the best by my crew. Crisp and tasty bread, not too sweet veggies. Get the special.

Published 8 years ago

The bbq beef on a warm french roll is a must try. Fish cake sandwich for the pescatarian. The vegetable bang mi with everything on it for the vegetarian. Less than $5 per sandwich you should just try them all! Don’t forget the $2 boba drinks.

Published 8 years ago

Great Sandwiches and Spring Rolls! Good Peices!

Published 8 years ago

Great sandwiches.

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Good

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Bread is soft yet crunchy and won't hurt your mouth like other baguette places. This place has been around for at least 20 years and food quality is still superb! Parking can be difficult to find since it is sharing with a Starbucks. I recommend the special #2 with additional fried eggs.

Published 8 years ago

Cash only. $1.50 pork pie, $3+ bun may, $2+ drinks. Same plaza as Starbucks.

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Published 9 years ago

Best Banh Mi in Alhambra!

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The difference between this spot and the competition (Bahn Mi) it's the BBQ beef/pork sandwich which is very good. Parking is plenty and the prices are cheap of course.

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Good Vegie sandwich option.

Published 9 years ago

Quick, cheap AND everything is made in-house! Definitely grab a ziplock bag of crispy rice.

Published 9 years ago

Woowee! I found a Banh Mi restaurant that actually knows how to make legit Vietnamese sandwiches. They don't cheat you on the meats and veggies or give you mostly bread. Eating their sandwiches does not leave a guilty and greasy feeling. I recommend their BBQ pork sandwiches or cold cuts. While you're at it, they have great Vietnamese iced coffee (sweet and strong). They accept CASH only.

Published 9 years ago

Small and simple bakery. Decent prices. You can buy pastry goods to menu items.

Published 9 years ago

I have been coming here for years....good inexpensive sandwich. #2 ,#8 (bbq pork ) and #9 are the best

Published 9 years ago

Good staple banh mi sandwiches. Been around for over 30 yrs

Published 9 years ago

One of my favorite bahn mi shops in the LA area. Hidden gem!

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I love the barbecue pork sandwich I told them to add mail and it is super delicious the bread is very crispy and crunchy

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No frills but really good stuff. There are two and only two truly respected Viet sandwich shops in Alhambra: ba le and mi tho. Ba le has the soft bread style sandwich with a dab of butter. Mi tho has the hard crust style with deeply roasted meat. Ba le is more commerical feeling and mi tho is like what you would get if your Vietnam vet uncle who has bounced from job to job the past twenty years, drinks a little too much, but is real fun to party with made the meat.

This is where I go if I want a morning sandwich. Mi tho is where I go if I want an afternoon treat.

Published 9 years ago

Out of many Viennese sandwich shops in SGV, this is our go to place. BBQ pork, chicken and regular are our favorites. Other places offer buy 2 get one free deals. Ba Le doesn't need gimic like that. Very popular strip mall so parking is difficult. Come during non peak hours.

Published 9 years ago

Whenever I get a chance to stop in I always to pick up a #8 bbq pork sandwich. Very tasty and at a great price.

Published 10 years ago

Banh mi is really good here if you get there when the bread is fresh! I have gone at later times and the bread is harder and a bit stale. Would defn recommend going at prime hours.

Published 10 years ago