Of Vietnamese origin, banh mi is a very popular sandwich all over the world, including Paris. It consists of a crusty baguette (the word 'banh mi' literally means 'wheat bread' in Vietnamese); topped with a combination of meats, usually pork, chicken or beef; fresh vegetables and herbs, very often grated carrots marinated in vinegar, cucumber and as much coriander as possible; mayonnaise and chilli pepper to spice things up.
A symbol of Vietnamese culinary richness, but also of the fusion of French and Vietnamese cultures, banh mi first appeared in Vietnam during French colonization in 1860, when French baguettes began to be produced locally. The Vietnamese then began to garnish them with their own ingredients, creating the banh mi we know today.
Banh mi recipes are many and varied, and in Paris it's possible to find traditional recipes in Vietnamese restaurants, such as banh mi with pâté (bánh mì pa tê), banh mi with meatballs (bánh mì xíu mại) or banh mi with grilled meat (bánh mì thịt nướng).
Here are the best places to eat banh mi in Paris!
HOA NAM, one of the Banh Mi temples in Paris
Sponsored - The HOA NAM story began in 1981 with the opening of their first workshop. In 1992, they set up store in the 13th arrondissement, in what has become an emblematic boutique on Avenue d'Ivry, offering the very best in Asian cuisine to take away or enjoy on the go. This Asian delicatessen is first and foremost a story of family and passion. [Read more]
Hanoï Corner, the benchmark Vietnamese coffee shop in Paris for quality coffees and banh mi
We're off to Hanoi Corner, a coffee shop in the 9th arrondissement of Paris that celebrates Vietnamese coffee and gourmet specialties such as banh mi and bo bun. It's time to discover the aromatic notes of amazing coffees and enjoy a cà phê sữa đá (Vietnamese iced coffee), finely accompanied. [Read more]
Armande, a charming restaurant-caterer-pâtisserie where everything is homemade in Montmartre
Meeting Armande has to be earned. You have to climb to the top of the Butte Montmartre to discover this caterer-restaurant, which also serves as a small patisserie, but it's well worth the effort. [Read more]
Hoa Cà Phê: the Vietnamese coffee shop with original vegetarian banh mi
We'll take you on a tour of Hoa Cà Phê, the friendly new Vietnamese coffee shop in the 11ᵉ arrondissement of Paris offering good Vietnamese coffee, revisited sweets and original banh mi, many of them vegetarian. [Read more]
Viêt Bun, a journey for the taste buds: discover the authenticity of Hanoi in Clichy (92)
Le Viêt Bun in Clichy la Garenne plunges us into a world of authentic Vietnamese flavors, where the simplicity of the décor conceals exceptional cuisine. [Read more]
Paris Food Tour in the 13th district, discovering the nuggets of the Chinese district
How about a food tour in the 13th arrondissement, the famous Chinese district of Paris? There are so many Asian restaurants in this district that it is difficult to know where to eat. We reveal you some nuggets that we could discover during our discovery tour. [Read more]
Nonette, The Hood's banh-mi and donut counter
Nonette, the banh-mi counter signed by the team at The Hood, has just opened its doors opposite the first address. On the menu: mouth-watering banh-mi and original, regressive doughnuts! [Read more]
La Pâtisserie de Saison, a sweet and savoury Chinese pastry shop in the 13th arrondissement
La Pâtisserie de Saison is one of the oldest Chinese pastry shops in the 13th arrondissement, located on the famous Avenue d'Ivry. Here, you can indulge in original banh mi, baos, filled puff pastries and soft rolls that oscillate between tradition and new flavors. [Read more]
Vietnamese restaurants in Paris and Ile-de-France, our top addresses
Fancy a good Vietnamese meal? Here are the Vietnamese restaurants in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, where you can feast on spring rolls and pho! [Read more]
So, what's your favorite address for a good banh mi in Paris?
Vietnamese restaurants in Paris and Ile-de-France, our top addresses
