It's a nice and quiet spot, but the Banh Mi had such great portions for under $10! The pork was full of flavor and the bread was crunchy without feeling too dry. The sauce and vegetables only made the sandwich better on top of that. The service was also great too, I would say this is a great banh mi place if you're in Lakewood. read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - Bang Mi Grilled Pork - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

This SoCal Viet girl might have finally found the best banh mi and pho in the greater Seattle area / greater Tacoma area... In an unassuming plaza lies this gem of a fast casual restaurant cafe. Upon entering we were dazzled by the spaciousness and the decorations. There was a really cool giant flower display at the left for photos, colorful umbrellas hanging from the ceiling and cute garden elements on another wall. There is a mix of industrial metal small square tables and a few low-to-the ground Vietnamese street style tables and stools. For the full experience we had to sit there. You order at the counter and they bring the food to you. The menu is more than just banh mi! They also have phớ, bún bò Huế (spicy beef noodle soup, cơm (rice), chả giò (egg rolls), sinh tố (smoothies), ca phê sữa đá (Vietnamese phin coffee), and more! And the prices are better than most other pho and banh mi shops. Food came out quickly, hot and fresh and nicely presented! The pho broth was one of the most flavorful I've tasted. They really let the spices seep into the broth, and there is a subtle slick of oil on top, indicating that they truly use beef bones and slowly simmer them to create this.broth. (Note to people that prefer northern style pho aka phớ bác, the spices might be too overwhelming for you here). I don't think they relied on MSG or a pho powder as a shortcut, which is the case at a lot of other pho spots in typical strip malls. Their soups have this almost chemical sweetness to it that is a tell tale sign of shortcuts. Don't think that was the case at Banh Mi Ba Ba, at least to my sense of taste. The banh mi was filled with thick cut meat and veggies with a generous slathering of pate. It was so good. The bread was a little fluffier and softer than a typical dry thin Lee's sandwich bread (I cut the roof of my month on many a dry banh mi loaf), but still had that structure and flavor of a vietnamese bread loaf. Can I reiterate that I really enjoyed this banh mi??? We were floored by how good this place was. I used to say there are not really any good pho spots in Washington like I grew up with. But now, I think I've found it. To confirm I will have to come back again and again to "research" and validate my findings read more

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This is the best banh mi I've had in Pierce County. The bread makes or breaks a banh mi, and they get it right...crispy, crunchy crust on the outside with a soft, airy inside that's perfect for soaking up all the flavors without falling apart. The meats are generous and well-seasoned, and the pate ties everything together. Layer in fresh, crunchy pickled carrots and daikon, cucumber, cilantro, and every bite has the perfect balance of textures and flavors. Everything about this sandwich felt fresh, balanced, and made with care. Will definitely be back! read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba was a great stop and I had one of the best Banh Mi sandwiches in recent memory. The sandwiches here are bigger than some places that sell this type of sandwich and that's ok... because the sandwiches here are great and the more there is the better! I got the BBQ Pork Banh Mi and it was very good. Ingredients were fresh and flavorful. The BBQ tasted great that was on the meat too. It was a really pleasant meal. Atmosphere is kind of fun. There is a very cheerful and welcoming display as you come in the front door. The rest of it is a bit more basic but that's ok. This place has a fairly roomy dining area which is nice. The staff were very friendly and pleasant. Good experience all around. The Vietnamese Coffee is good... robust and strong which I kind of needed since I imagine I stayed up too late the night before. read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - A very cheerful and welcoming display near the front door. - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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I was looking for a quick snack while I was grocery shopping at H-Mart but was in the mood for Vietnamese food. It shares a parking lot with H-Mart and a bunch of other businesses so it's very convenient. It wasn't too busy when I stopped in and I only waited about 5 minutes for my grilled pork banh mi and che ba mau. I noticed a lot of takeout orders being picked up while I was waiting and a few people dining in. I asked for the bread toasted and veggies inside since I was only 10 minutes from home. The store was very spacious and had plenty of seating and the service was very nice. My banh mi was perfect! The bread was pillowy soft and the homemade pate and mayo made a huge difference from other dry banh mi. It's very filling and they are very nice to pack napkin as well. The jalapeno added a nice kick but was not overpowering and there was a lot of meat. My che was also delicious and I asked for ice separate but they had added it in which didn't bother me but it would have been even better if the ice wasn't as melted by the time I got home. Overall the price is great at $8.50 for the banh mi and $6 for the che. I'll definitely be back to try their other sandwiches! read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - grilled pork - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

This was my first visit to this location, and I ordered the chicken Banh mi. The sandwich was crafted perfectly, reflecting the traditional recipe with a crispy baguette, tender grilled chicken, fresh local vegetables, and flavorful condiments. It was by far the best version I have ever had, with every element balanced harmoniously to create a delicious and satisfying meal. The price was reasonable, making it an excellent value that didn't strain my budget. I look forward to returning to explore other items on the menu and experience more of what this place offers. read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Newer Vietnamese food and drink spot that serves Vietnamese sandwiches, pho, Vietnamese coffee, other specialty coffee, bubble tea, and Vietnamese desserts. (Cost): $16.25 + tax (Location): Located in an area of Lakewood that is populated by a lot of Asian businesses and is currently being developed further, very close to an H Mart. There is plenty of parking. The only safety concern is that there are some abandoned/stolen cars that I've seen parked here, as well as one or two unsavory characters loitering in this center. However, the business itself is quite clean and roomy inside. (Service): The two young men I interacted with were pleasant, especially the one with the facial piercings. I ordered online and they made the drink on arrival because they were out of crystal boba, but it took less than 3 minutes. (Food): Tofu Banh Mi (5/5)-- The overall sandwich was great, but the bread really stole the show-- it was so soft and tasty. They put the vegetables on the side, which consisted of jalapeño slices, pickled carrots, pate, mayo, cilantro, and cucumbers. Quite filling and worth the price. Thai Milk Tea (2/5)-- I wasn't a fan of this drink. The boba was too soft and the Thai tea itself wasn't very flavorful-- it seemed more milk than anything. I will have to try another drink. read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - Tofu banh mi - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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I happened to be in Lakewood running some errands and found myself absolutely famished afterward, so I decided to look up nearby spots--and I'm so glad I came across Banh Mi Ba Ba! Right away, I was drawn in by the photos of the interior of the shop from Yelp. The aesthetic instantly reminded me of my home country, Vietnam, with its charming small tables and chairs that give off such a genuine, nostalgic vibe of sitting outside enjoying Vietnamese food from street vendors. When I stopped by, it was pretty quiet inside with just two employees working, but the cashier was friendly, took my order promptly, and even complimented my hoodie, which I thought was pretty nice. There was a bit of a wait, likely because they were handling some advance takeout orders--I noticed a couple of people stopping in to pick up their food--but honestly, I didn't mind at all. I recognized one of the employees speaking Vietnamese to a customer, so I for sure felt right at home. The atmosphere made it a pleasant place to pause and soak in the ambiance. I ordered two bánh mì sandwiches (the pâté and the Ba Ba special) along with a Cococan sugar cane drink to go. First off, the value is fantastic--most of their large sandwiches are around $8.50, and they are HUGE. These are not your average-sized bánh mì! The fillings were incredibly generous--so much so that it was almost hard to keep everything in the sandwich. Even my teenage son, who usually finishes his meals without a problem, couldn't quite finish his. What was memorable for me was definitely the creamy pâté--rich, smooth, and packed with flavor. I also tried a bite of my son's Banh Mi Ba Ba special, and the meats were layered so well that you could taste a perfect combination of flavors in a single bite. I really appreciated that they thoughtfully packed the pickled veggies on the side in a neat takeout container without me even having to ask--it kept the bread from getting soggy, which made it easier to enjoy at a later timeframe. There isn't as many pickled veggies provided compared to my favorite banh mi shop in Sacramento though. As for the drink, the Cococan (a blend of coconut juice and sugar cane) was definitely refreshing. I didn't drink it right away so the ice had melted a bit, making the sweetness more subtle, but it was still really enjoyable. This was my first time trying a bánh mì spot since moving to Washington, and I am pleased that they live up to the bánh mì hype and Viet food culture! One thing to note is that the shop can be a little tricky to find since it's tucked into a corner of a large plaza, it's a fairly new shop so a proper sign hasn't been installed yet (still just a banner), and it's surrounded by other Asian businesses. They also offer pho, which was a bit of a surprise, but it seems like their main highlight is definitely the bánh mì--and they do it exceptionally well. I know I keep repeating myself, but if you're craving a genuinely authentic Vietnamese sandwich, you MUST try this place. You definitely get your bang for your buck here! read more

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Wanted a banh mi, found this place. And got the Baba special banh mi, with all the meats, veggies and sauce with toasted bread and it was DELICIOUS!! read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - baba special - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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I got the pork bahn mi and a Thai tea. The sandwich was the best I've had in the area so will definitely be back. The inside is decorated so cutely and the food was up quickly. read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - Thai tea - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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My family went here once, however, they were closed. As we were there at 2:15 pm, a worker came outside to let us and another family know they would reopen back at 3 pm. I love banh mi so I really needed to try them out. Second visit was much more successful. I ordered the bbq pork banh mi ($8.50), char siu banh mi ($8.50) and fresh squeezed sugar cane juice ($6.50), with both sandwiches being toasted and ordered for takeout. They were all delicious, however, the pork bbq sandwich did not include pate as was mentioned in their menu and was the sole reason my husband ordered it. We will probably visit again and check that they include pate with the sandwich in our next order. As we did to-go, the greens (cilantro, carrot and daikon This place is very spacious. As it also sits with various other establishments like Shin Shin, there is also a plethora of parking stalls to park on. read more

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Blown away by the customer service, portion sizes, food quality, and overall value. I got the classic bánh mì and the bread was incredibly fresh, honestly superior to most bánh mì spots in the greater Seattle area. You can really tell they bake the bread in house, along with their own mayo and pâté. Plenty of parking, which is a plus. The ambiance is also super cute and makes you feel like you're in Vietnam. Would definitely come back. read more

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Staff was friendly but found/felt the first long hair while eating after couple bites, gave them benefit of the doubt as I thought it was maybe mine since I had similar hair length with the staff and the flavour was actually good (got pork). Found the 2nd hair when I opened it up to put the filling back as some was fell out while eating. Gagged/threw the rest out and all that after finding the 2nd one. First time as I just moved from Spokane and I wanted to come back originally and try rest of menu/pho since the flavour was there but anyone should probably consider their bites before hand just in case. read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - 2 Hair - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Five stars all around! Service! Selection! Quality! Freshness! Authenticity! Ambience! The BEST short rib pho I have EVER had. I'm a huge Mama's fan IYKYK so it hurts to say this but, this place is better! We tried the Special Banh Mi which was so good. So fresh, the bread was PERFECTION, the veggies so crisp, the pate just near overflowing, the ham so flavorful. Then, we tried the pho!! OMG! I recommend the short rib pho to everyone who will listen. I'm a tofu girlie but they didn't have it and so I took a leap and it lead me to the best bowl of pho I have ever had. My mouth is huge and I will tell everyone about this place. Oh, and the raw sugar cane juice?!? Yumm. I'm drooling now. I'll get pics next time. I was too busy eating the 4 times I've been there already. lol read more

I stopped by on a Saturday morning to try this new banh mi shop. It's in the plaza with Hmart and is located next to Shin Shin. Upon stepping inside, I was impressed with how spacious it is. It's HUGE and there is plenty of seating. They had a limited menu for their soft opening. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We ordered 2 sandwiches and I also got the kumquat sugarcane juice. Of note, I ordered the sugarcane with less ice and it was a $1 upcharge. The sandwiches had a very generous helping of pate and the kumquat sugarcane was very refreshing. Highly recommend checking out this new spot! read more

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Great food great service Banh Mi has legit pâté. Reasonable pricing. Atmosphere is pleasant. read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

Probably the best bánh mì I've had by far in WA. I am a GA transplant and extremely picky with Vietnamese food since I was spoiled with the options back there. Like another reviewer here mentioned, the bread makes or breaks the sandwich and this meets the standard. The outside is crispy and inside is fluffy, also bonus points that there's no weird floral aftertaste and the sandwich is bigger than what you typically will find! The fillings were generous and the only thing I'll note is I wish they added more daikon and carrots to balance the savory flavors from the meats and paté. Speaking of, I am soooo happy they even put a generous amount of paté in! Not many places do around here and I've been to a lot - so much so that I bought ingredients and tools to make the damn sandwich at home. Anywho, service was great as well so I highly recommend this place who's looking for good bánh mì. read more

Food and service was wonderful. Great atmosphere and very spacious. Could use a little more or a little less pate depending on who's preparing your banh mi. I normally get the bbq pork and pork party, give it a try! read more

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10/10. Highly recommended. I got the basic sandwich and the cane drink. Sooooo good!!! Will be back read more

This place is a amazing. 10/10. Good price point, bread is made in house. Their ingredients are fresh and delicious! I got the pork party banh mi! They give you a ton of yummy pate. My husband got the vegetarian banh mi and he said it was the best he's ever had. I forgot to take a picture of my pork party sandwich cause I was too excited! Can't wait to try other eats there. Ambiance was great, very spacious and clean. Service was great, sandwiches were made quick and with care. read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - Vegetarian Banh Mi - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Best banh mi in the area. Packaging is great for to go orders. They place gloves, napkins, and vegetables separately for transport.

Charge additional $1 for couple of veggies Slow services and extra cost doesn't not worthy. read more

I ordered a chicken and a vegetarian banh mi. Both were really good. The banh mi is surprisingly big with more than enough filling. Love the bread! Not hard that you can't even bite into it like some banh mis can be. I fridged my vegetarian for the next morning and it still tasted fresh, bread didn't harden up. Got my bro in law a beef banh mi and he liked his as well. He's a foodie so he would say outright if it wasn't good. He did say the Thai tea could use a little more sugar. Spicy fried wings were good too. I think they had Pho? on their menu as well. That will be for a next visit. Service was good. Kind of reminds you of a Subway. The young guys behind the counter were like in assembly mode when an order came up. The young cashier was helpful. First time I've been here and he answered all my questions. I sat at a table and Instead of calling out a # or name, my order to go was brought out to me. In my opinion the prices are very affordable! Most of the banh mis were like $8.50 topping out at $10-10.50. I'd rather have a fresh, healthy ingredient sandwich over an unhealthy processed meat sandwich! It was late afternoon and I was the only person in there a long with 2 other people. The place is huge for a sandwich shop. A friend did say the setting was right. They had chairs and tables set up for little kids. As I was waiting, I also noticed there was a food offering alter up front. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place. I know I will be coming back. read more

I ordered the Saigon wings and the char xiu bahn mi. I got it to-go and they packaged everything super well. The bahn mi was packed with meat. I was surprised by how much meat they put in. I couldn't finish the sandwich so gonna save the rest for later. Even after the drive home, the bread wasn't soggy and everything was delicious! I will definitely go back! read more

Was there for their soft opening, their grand opening is in a week. This place is huge and so glad there is a banh mi place in the area! The banh mi is $10.5 which is a bit higher than getting it in Seattle. For some reason mine had a slightly sweet taste?? Got the sugarcane and kumquat drink and it was pretty good for only $6.5! Everything is made fresh and in house and their hours will be 7-2pm and they will break and reopen in the evening (5pm?) to 10 pm read more

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Most authentic banh mi I've ever had. Great experience and friendly staff! The sandwich itself was larger than expected as well. Would recommend 10/10 read more

The Baba special was the closest thing I got to a Banh Mi I had at Ho Chi Minh city. Fresh made bread, the mayo and Pate were made in house so you can taste the difference. I would come back again read more

Best banh mi in this area! Delicious food, amazing sugarcane juice, and very friendly, welcoming staff. Will definitely come back! read more

Banh Mi Ba Ba - Sandwiches Near Me - Lakewood, Washington

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Tried this place on a whim. Had good reviews, but wasn't sure as we drove up. Even walking in, I was unsure. However, the food was incredible. Had the Chicken Banh Mi and it was the perfect amount of sweet from the chicken, creaminess from the sauce, and kick from the jalapeños. The bread was spot out. Great food for a great price. Would come again. read more

Excellent food for a great price. Definitely coming back here and have recommended it to my friends ;)

it was really good ! had never had one before but amazing for my first time! definitely would recommend!