Annie's has become one of my go-to's. The avocado banh mi and Vietnamese iced coffee is consistently good. No frills, no fuss. Just a solid lunch spot with friendly staff who make you feel welcome every time. read more

Annie's Sandwiches is a family-owned business that's been around since 2009 serving freshly baked bánh mì sandwiches. I came by on a Saturday morning greeted very warmly and the ladies are the best friendly and attentive. Interior is quite small so it's mainly take-out and deliveries though they have an outdoor seating. Placing an order is via self-service kiosk I got the grilled chicken packed with fresh ingredients generous portions and the price for only $9.95 can't beat that they don't cut back.on quality definitely authentic goes very well with Vietnamese iced coffee for only $6 can't beat that. Definitely my go-to for authentic bánh mì sandwiches. There's no meter parking which is great just street parking so support your local business. read more

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Fresh ingredients, quick service, and a humble, no-frills setting--this hole-in-the-wall spot serves seriously good bánh mì. I tried the tofu sandwich, while my friends went for the chicken and the B1 combo, and everyone was happy with their picks. It's a great place for a quick bite or takeout. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

Annie's Sandwiches - B8-Tofu Sandwich - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Finally visited Annie's after literally passing by it every single day for decades. I'm super happy that there's Bánh mì at all on the west side of town. The price is pretty high but on par for the area. Ambiance is good for a quick sit down but def looks more of a to-go place. Service is fast cuz they're not that busy. I had the B1. Combo Sandwich (Thit Nguoi) for $10.95 + tax. Decent amount of meat, average sized baguette, tasty but not amazing. It does the job and is passable which again is more than I can ask for in Santa Clara. Saves me the 30 min drive and 40 min line at Duc Huong. As for quality, it's a step better than Banh Mi Oven, less than Y Linh and Duc Huong for my viet eaters out there. Bread is pliable, pate is average, meats could be better. Overall, a 3/5 food but bumping an extra star for convenience. Pleasantly surprised. Would come back read more

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5=Service, Value; 4=Food; 3=Ambience Annie's Sandwiches is a hidden gem that's been in neighborhood for several decades. If my memory is correct, Annie owned the dry cleaner shop next door first then opened the cafe. When lived closer to neighborhood as an SCU alum, I would stop by to satisfy my craving for Vietnamese food when heading into San Jose was too far. This past year, remembered Annie's is closer and more affordable when Dad asked for a "Vietnamese Sandwich." Ate spring roll, the sardine, grilled pork & tofu bahn mis in previous visits. Today, Dad ate grilled chicken bahn mi and I chose avocado. Bread always crisp & fresh. Large enough to enjoy sandwich over two meals or share and small enough to eat the entire sandwich without feeling overstuffed. While both plant based options are enjoyable, my taste buds slightly prefer the avocado even though it is less protein. The traditional Vietnamese bahn mi pickles and condiments seem to blend very well with the avocado slices. I also ordered a green matcha iced latte, which had a slight lavender undertone. Unsure if intentional or my post covid taste buds giving me mixed signals. I'm no longer into matcha and trying this after a hiatus reminds me to go back to retiring this from my ordering options. "Annie" (unsure if original Annie or if she sold the business, I will need to ask next visit) and her assistant friendly, fast & responsive. read more

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I was a little suspicious that the combination sandwich has American ham in it. Usually, I want it to be cha lua, head cheese, and/or Vietnamese char siu. Ultimately my suspicions were right, the sandwich was just ok. The bread was the best part, but the fillings were a bit stingy. We added extra pate and felt there was barely any. The meats weren't super generous by any means. It scratched the itch for a banh mi, but it was not even close to great. Service was fast which is a plus if you are jonesing for a sandwich. But, I'm sure there are better ones in SJ. read more

Annie's Sandwiches - Combination B1-Combo Sandwich - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Ordered two grilled beef Banh Mi's and they were terrible. The pickled daikon didn't have a lot of flavor. The bread was getting microwaved and the grilled beef was COLD in the center. How can you serve that to customers? You should be taking pride in your food to your customers. Not sure if it was because it was spring break and the students were still out, which is why we got half effort sandwiches? I wasn't a fan the last times we have come here.... And this will certainly be the last time I eat here. Customer service is always nice but they need to step it out. Also, no refunds just fyi. read more

I can't believe I haven't been to Annie's since I took OChem at SCU back in 2016. My husband and I have obviously been to the Silicon Valley area plenty of times since then, but I just never thought about going back to my old stomping grounds. So this past weekend, since we were nearby, I decided to go visit Annie's again as I was feeling nostalgic. Fast forward 9 years later and Annie's has changed owners, and there is now an ordering kiosk. There is also a giant poster full of stamp cards that people have used in the past decorating their back wall. The ambiance is the same, and the new owners are friendly and greeted me when we stepped in. We ordered via the kiosk and noticed that they now offer vermicelli bowls. I wasn't feeling like banh mi so we quickly went for the bowls instead. I got the pork and my husband got the beef. For $10.95 each it was a good price, especially for the area. In terms of the speed at which the food was prepared, it was still the same. Efficiency has always been a part of their motto it seems. We waited less than 5 min for our food to be ready to go. When we got home, we eagerly dug in. It was a good amount of food for the price, and honestly we were glad we got the vermicelli bowls instead of the banh mi. All the veggies were fresh and the noodles were perfectly cooked. I wish there were more fish sauce given to us though, I had to add some more from my personal stock at home. I also wish there were more meat. While the meat was flavorful and pretty tender, there definitely wasn't enough of it. I liked that they packed the food in compostable containers as well! That's important to me. (The food held up well on our drive home too, and we air-fried the meat to heat it up once we got home.) We did notice the banh mi cost the same as the vermicelli bowls. Personally I think that the bowls are a better value for your buck, so I'd probably stick to ordering bowls if I'm in the area again. I'm glad my husband and I went to support Annie's and I'd definitely recommend this place for a quick bite if you're a student or need to stay in the SCU area, but of course there are far better banh mi/vermicelli bowl places in SJ if you are able to drive. read more

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Delicious sandwiches, steamed pork buns and fresh Vietnamese rolls. Quick amd friendly service. Clean place. Easy amd safe parking. read more

Annie's Sandwiches - B4-Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Pork Buns, Spring Roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I've only ordered from here through DoorDash but their banh mis always hit the spot! My usual order is the bbq pork banh mi with everything and a viet coffee. I love that there is the perfect amount of each ingredient so nothing is overwhelming the other. They also put in a good smear of mayo which really brings the banh mi together! The coffee is strong and sweet - just how I like it. I have yet to venture out to try their other options but my usual order hasn't failed me yet! A solid spot for delicious banh mi! read more

I got the tofu and my boyfriend got the bbq pork and we both agreed it was the best we've ever had

Located near Santa Clara University, parking is plentiful and is easy to find. The interior is small with only a table or two and there isn't much seating outside either. Ordering is done through a tablet. The sandwich selection is diverse and even has a few options for those with dietary restrictions. Grilled pork sandwich (3/5): the pork was tender but could use more flavor. The bread was crispy but a bit too crunchy. The vegetables were good though. They did a great job complementing the meat. Tap to pay is accepted. Overall, Annie's Sandwiches is a good place for bahn mi. read more

Opens at 10am. I picked up some sandwiches for a work meeting (a coworker recommended it) and the staff were super friendly and sweet. You can order at a kiosk which I found convenient. Sandwiches didn't take too long, a few mins. I got the Vietnamese grilled chicken sandwich and it was yummy! They also have a buy 10 stamp card and get one free. read more

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First time. Clean restaurant. Customer service is excellent! Ordered the most popular sandwich "grilled pork" #6 and it was so good and very filling. I like the jalapeño for a little kick. I would recommend and go back! read more

Annie's Sandwiches - B6- Grilled Pork Sandwich - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Great Sandwich! I finished 3/4 of the sandwich before I got a pepper. Disregard my question asking why you stopped putting peppers on the sandwich. read more

This is my go-to banh mi sandwich shop during the days I go into work. Banh mi is almost impossible to find in the area, so I'm glad that Annie's is still in existence. My favorite order is their #1 special combo sandwich with extra pate. The baguette is usually perfect, a nice light crunch that doesn't tear up the roof of my mouth. The combo of steam pork roll, BBQ pork, and ham is balanced well with their pickled veggies, cilantro, and tolerable jalapeños. Their meaty grilled chicken sandwich would be my second choice, also with extra pate. I would normally go with the grilled pork sandwich, but theirs lacked that true grilled taste that I'm used to. My drink of choice is their refreshing Vietnamese iced coffee, which again is hard to find in the area. Service is quick and always with a smile. read more

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Their Bah Mi is an unexpected delight in an unassuming storefront and the staff is super friendly.

I had a banh mi day today. Since I've tried banh mi places near my school, I went to Santa clara University to see what they have to offer for food there. Annies was the one I saw. Upon entering, I was welcomed by whom I believe the owner and his wife were. They were happy and nice as I walked in. The place was clean and the service was very fast. I went to the bathroom and came out and my food was finished. About 1 minute. I ordered the beef banh mi with veggies, etc. It didn't look as good at first, but the flavor was great. The only issue was that I thought the banh mi was small. The price was 12$, which is kind of high for a banh mi and more expensive than the one at san jose State University called banh Mi oven. The food didn't fill me up and so I had to eat somewhere else after like El Pollo loco. The area was nice, though. No loitering and a calm, quiet road. I enjoyed the scenery and the trees outside. It was raining too. The parking was across the street from this place, and alot of students were walking around. I enjoyed it but again, It wasn't enough. read more

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For a place that specializes in Banh Mi, I found myself incredibly disappointed in their offering. At first sight I was pretty optimistic because the bread was clearly quite fresh and crunchy which is something you always want to see with a Banh Mi. Once I started eating it however, the optimism quickly faded. The first thing I noticed was that it was pretty small and nowhere close to packed full with meat and other fillings. Given the high price point relative to other Banh Mi in the area, the lack of filling is a big drawback. If it blew me away with flavor and quality I might be able to forgive the small portions, but unsurprisingly it fell flat in that regard as well. The grilled pork was entirely forgettable, overly soft and sweet and a far cry from the taste and quality I've found at other places. When you make exclusively Banh Mi, it's a problem when you get beat out in price, quality, AND portion by a number of local pho restaurants where the sandwich is only an afterthought on their larger menu. read more

Annie's Sandwiches - Grilled Pork Sandwich - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

It's a decent Banh Mi place. Not the best I've had but a solid choice. Seeing old pictures of the menu, I was excited about getting a banh mi for under $10 but that is no longer the case. Prices went up quite a bit, about $13 each. It's right across from a Safeway so you can go grab a sandwich to avoid hungry grocery shopping! read more

The ingredient ratios are perfect, the bread is gas. And if you want a lil extra it's only $1.5 do go double meat. I could eat their sandwiches everyday and never get tired. The ladies there are also incredibly nice and pleasant. The saddest day of my week is Sunday's when Annie's is closed. read more

Saw the good reviews for this place and gave it a try but I definitely regret my decision. Combo Banh Mi - Bread was good, but the sandwich was super bland which is a first for me. Quite possibly the most uninspired banh mi I've ever had. Spring Rolls - Super small. The peanut sauce they give is watered down and looked like it was mixed with sriracha. One of my rolls had a hair stuck to it. If you've never had a banh mi from a legit spot, you might like this. For the initiated - don't waste your money here. read more

Annie's Sandwiches - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

3.5 stars overall, but rounding up to 4 for their friendly staff. Annie's Sandwiches is a cute banh mi spot right around the corner from Santa Clara University. They are located on the same small strip as Rocko's Tacos, and are only open from the morning until the early evening. I called in my order around 3:30pm on a Thursday, and it was ready in less than 10 minutes. I tried: -Grilled Pork ($7.50, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=p0pV0A0iahWpj1096y2a3A&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): The pork itself was solid, and I liked the slight sear on the edges of the pork. It was flavorful, but very heavy on the lemongrass. -Grilled Chicken ($7.50, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=rrI3HcW8j_yBtVNaZvDJ4g&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): Surprisingly, my favorite out of the two banh mis! The chicken actually had good flavor, and was tender and moist- recommended! Their baguette bread was nice and crusty on the outside, but still had a good chewiness. I wished the pickled vegetables had a little more tang, and the carrots were cut a little thicker, but they went well with the rest of the sandwich. In addition to their banh mi options, they also have American sandwiches available. Parking was easy at the time since street parking spots were available. read more

Annie's Sandwiches - Grilled Pork ($7.50)- 3/5 stars - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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We came here on 5/29/21 around 2pm and there were a lot of people here eating outside. We ordered online the Special Combo Sandwich ($7.99) and the Grilled Beef Sandwich ($8.50). The staff here were super nice and friendly. It definitely looked like a family-ran business to me. The sandwiches were in the standard French roll and were cut in half. The Special Combo Sandwich was good and the Grilled Beef Sandwich was delicious. They did our special requests of no jalapeño peppers in the Grilled Beef Sandwich and the hot sauce on the side. Great food and I would recommend it! read more

Annie's Sandwiches - Grilled Beef Sandwich - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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The only banh mi shop that can satisfy my fix in Santa Clara. OK, granted this may be one of the only places that make pretty authentic banh mi in SC, but it's pretty good! The bread is not super soft and crummy, more chewy and doesn't cut the roof of your mouth. Veggies are fresh, and the meats are solid. I'm definitely making my way through the menu, and though it's been mostly meat so far, I'm looking forward to the vegetarian and tofu options. I always ask for pate cause why not? They even have an offering of staple sandwiches on the board behind the counter, like turkey and tuna. They have spring rolls and pork buns, as well as some rice dishes. But the banh mi is what keeps me coming back. The best part has to be the ladies who took over the last couple of years. The sweetest people you will ever meet. Always greeting you with a smile (even behind the masks of COVID) and remember you and your order. I love that! Or maybe I've just visited too many times in the last couple of months. During the COVID era, they are take out only, but you can also order online through Grub Hub and DoorDash. The staff is wearing masks. They have plastic guards up around the counters and provide sanitizer. SCU used to be their prime clientele when everything was normal, so with students learning remotely, it's the perfect lunch spot to support during these trying times. read more

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What a hidden gem! Honestly, I've always passed by this place, but just saw the sign in front for a cleaners, until I really looked one day and saw coffee and deli on the sign. I come to find out Annie's Sandwiches is right next door to this cleaners. I put this place at the top of my list to try next. It's a small location, but still a few places to sit and enjoy your food. I ordered a BBQ Pork Banh Mi with no jalapeño. The flavor was amazing, I enjoyed every bite I took from this sandwich and was genuinely sad when I finished it. The meat had a lot of flavor and the bread was soft and helped bring the sandwich all together. I saw they also have Thai tea and Vietnamese iced coffee, that's on my list to try next! read more

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Great bahn mi! It's become a regular go-to. Food is good, inside is clean, and they are fast. We like to get the #5 and #6 (grilled beef and grilled pork Bahn Mi Sandwiches) read more

Annie's Sandwiches - Bahn B5-Grilled Beef Sandwich B6- Grilled Pork Sandwich Thai Milk Tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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So delicious. No photos because we were too hungry! On a recent visit, my husband went to pick up our dry cleaning at the connected University Cleaners and we ordered fresh rolls (called spring rolls here), a tofu banh mi, a grilled pork banh mi, and the beef buns. Everything was tasty and fresh. My husband preferred the grilled pork banh mi while I liked the tofu one best; this worked out perfectly! We both were in agreement that the fresh rolls were some of the best we have had. They have shrimp and pork plus the usual fillings, which is not always easy to find. I believe it was around $50 for everything plus taxes and tip. Not too bad and very convenient also. read more

Ahh! The Santa Clara University kids are so lucky to have this by campus! The Bahn Mi was the best I've had in a while with fresh crisp bun, perfect amount of fillings, yummy pate. I can't wait to have another one when I'm in the area! The ladies were nice, and the sandwich was made quickly. They also have juices, smoothies, and coffee drinks. Simple interior with a few tables. Street parking can be found in the neighborhood behind the shop. read more

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The Iced Coffee here was absolutely amazing. I would 100% recommend this shop to others. Very impressed!

Came in for a cold drink to help deal with the current summer heat. Was surprised by how similar their smoothie is to Jamba Juice except much more affordable than Jamba Juice. The lady who was working was nice and quickly made my drink. read more

Annie's Sandwiches - Mango passion smoothie - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This place probably had IMO the best grilled pork banh mi sandwich that I've ever tasted! Service was great too!

Really sweet, nostalgic spot! The staff is kind and gets to know you, the food is fresh and it's just great to enjoy the warm weather and sun while having one of these yummy sandwiches! My boyfriend always makes us stop by here! read more

They have the best banh mi sandwich! It's a small shop, but the ladies are very friendly.

When You walk in it smells so fresh. The bread was incredible. The ladies in there were really nice. Sandwich overall was really good. It could have been a little fuller with meat but for $10 that's what you get. I wouldn't mind paying a little more and get more meat. read more

Service: 5 stars Seating: Small shop where you order at the counter and a few tables inside & outside Cleanliness: 4 stars Food: Large portions for the sandwiches and lots of flavor, the pork buns are very tasty too Price: Pretty standard for a sandwich around here I could eat here every day and probably be satisfied! read more

Annie's Sandwiches - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Great local sandwich place and good noodles as well. We had pork sandwich, beef and noodles, and buns. Highly recommended.

Best Bahn Mi sandwich I've had in a very long time. The bread was soft and crunchy while the meat was the perfect tenderness! The spot is super cozy, and the staff were so kind. Do yourself a favor and stop by here! read more

Annie's Sandwiches - B6- Grilled Pork Sandwich with extra jalapeño & Green Milk Tea! 10/10 coming back!!! - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California

A small but tidy cafe popular for Vietnamese-style sandwiches and drinks. I came by in-between classes for a caffeine boost. Ya'll know the slow lull of the afternoon that fights to win even as you struggle hard to fight to keep your eyes open ;_; Annie's is a perfect place to grab a quick coffee if you don't want Starbucks. I opted for a Vietnamese Iced Coffee ($3.75) since those are supposedly stronger than a typical iced coffee. After tasting it, I can conclude they certainly are STRONG. The Vietnamese Iced Coffee is very lightly sweetened with condensed milk. Initially I was confused and wondered if there was even any mixed in...but the more I sipped, the more I was subtly aware of it. If you're a sugar fiend, you might want to ask them for more sweetener. If not, then the drink is perfect just the way it is. Not bitter and not too sweet. Smooth and enjoyable. Just a quarter of the cup kept me alert and chipper. Since it was so strong, I honestly couldn't really finish the rest of it since I am sensitive to caffeine (*cough*). BUT I had sought to find something to keep me awake, and awake it did keep me. Mission accomplished. So if you're looking for a kicking remedy to help stay awake for that next class, meeting, etc -- Annie's is your friend :) read more

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Quick service Banh Mi sandwiches near the Santa Clara campus. 2 friendly ladies working there who get you in an out in a timely manner. I ordered my banh mi and was told to wait outside for safety purposes which I totally respect. Tried the chicken banh mi and it was very solid. Vegetables all tasted fresh and I got jalapeños to add some heat to the sammy. Bread is the key to taking a good banh mi to great. I thought their bread was solid but wasn't that soft or fresh. For the price of $6-7 bucks for a walkable lunch can't really complain. Shrimp rolls were very good as well. Overall a solid banh mi if in the area with fast service, cheap prices, and good customer service. read more

Annie's Sandwiches - Chicken Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Santa Clara, California