Best banh mi in the city. Their bread and pate sets them above the rest. I always get the cha lua dac biet. Loaded with meat for only $0.50 more read more

Tried to go to Nhu Y (not Nhuy as spelled on here), but it was closed so went to this nearby place. Got 3 sandwiches (dac biet and fancy pork). The sandwiches were small and light on fillings. The bread was hard (like it was yesterday's baguettes). The pate was good, but just in one smear in the middle, and there were few pickled carrots/radishes, making the sandwiches dry overall. I've only had worse in Montreal read more

Hands down the best Banh Mi in Philadelphia. Their special Banh Mi & the chicken Banh Mai are must try. It's a take out kinda place so don't expect many seatings here. read more

Banh mi here is very traditional and tastes great. The place itself can feel weird because you think you're barging into someone's house.

I was in the mood for a Banh Mi and since this was closer to where I was than QT's, I decided to give this place a try. I am glad I did because they make a GOOD banh mi!! It is cheaper than QT's and easier to find parking in this area. Unfortunately it isn't centrally located in Chinatown, but it was well worth the trip! It also tasted great even later for leftovers! The man who helped me was also super nice! They have a few tables to sit and eat, and it's not fancy, but you can sit there and enjoy your sandwich if you like. read more

As good as it gets for Vietnamese hoagies. The right bread, pate and meats finished with the veggies. No bells and whistles with this sandwich just done right. read more

when anyone asks me where to get a vietnamese hoagie, i tell them to come here. i may not be a vietnamese hoagie expert (heck, i couldn't even tell you what is in one besides the pate) but i've had my share of them and cafe cuong is the best i've had. Its a small, no frills shop, owned by a really nice couple. They have one table (but everytime I'm there I feel like the people sitting there are always people they know) the hoagies are made to order with baguettes that are fresh and crunchy, and they def don't skimp on the meat. For a $3.50 sandwich, I couldnt ask for anything better! You should def check this place out! read more

I have be coming here to this small family owned Vietnamese hoagie shop for over 25yrs. Even when I live out of state, I make it point to buy a week supply. Of course they sell other Vietnamese food item, and prices have change over the years, but I will always come back for the Vietnamese Hoagies! read more

It IS the best banh mi in the city! Not a fancy place. They don't have BBQ pork or anything like that. Only the basics: cold cut ham, cured pork, combo, chicken. But their ingredients are top notch. You can actually taste the pate and mayonnaise spread but they don't overwhelm the meat. The bread is toasted just right - some places over toast them and they're like rocks when you take your first bite. The price is $4.50 & $5.00 now. Banh mi everywhere used to be $3.50-$3.75 but they got popular these past couple of years so hence the price increase, everywhere. Still cheaper and healthier compared to a lot of sandwich options out there. You won't be disappointed with this place. Just know that it's nothing fancy and is authentic Vietnamese so don't expect to be treated like you're in a Stephen Starr restaurant. read more

3.5 stars: tried the chicken ban mi. The chicken was very well seasoned but they add soy sauce to the bread which makes the sandwich taste very salty. They also do not add any butter (or a lack of)...which is something I prefer on my sandwiches...and they don't have the the pickled veggies which is something that I must have. Will give the other dishes a try in the future. read more

Never let your customers butt in front of other customers that are waiting in line. Never. Especially when the one that is waiting in line is buying three times more then the guy that butted in front of him. read more

Amazing chicken banh mi. The restaurant interior isn't great and that's the only reason for the 4 stars

Not sure why I didn't know this place existed. Really delicious and crazy inexpensive. We had a chicken hoagie and a shredded pork hoagie. The chicken was absolutely delicious, and the shredded pork was very good. Will need to get back and continue to work through the [short] menu. read more

I've always ordered my banh mi thit nguoi from Cafe Cuong. They always come out with toasty baguettes with the right amount of lunch meat, pate and butter every single time. I always ask for the pickled vegetables and fresh vegetables to be separate since I usually order about 10 sandwiches to bring back to Jersey. My go to banh mi in Philadelphia is definitely Cafe Cuong. read more

In my opinion this is the best place to get you Banh mi fix in Philly. Ba Le and cafe nhu quynh can't compare to the deliciousness found here. My go to is the Banh mi dat biet. If I'm feeling hangry I would get the flan too. read more

Excellent chicken banh mi. The bread is nice and crusty, the chicken is cooked in house. Lots of crunch from the vegetables and spice from the peppers. The owner is very friendly. read more

I've tried banh everywhere from New York down to Virginia. None compares to this place and I will be forever devastated if this shop ever closes. read more

Best banh mi in Philly! I've been coming here since I was little, almost 15 years. Chicken is my favorite but I also like the Bi and Thit Nguoi read more

Best place for banh mi in philly love the dac biet and the chicken is awesome as well!!

One of the best places to get a Banh mi thit nguoi in Philly. Everything here is good. Its not commercialized like other places.

Nice small little shop. I always come here for Vietnamese hoagies. Best tasting. Worth my 30 miles drive.

I have been going here for nearly 15 years. I have to say as for consistency, this place will have your sandwich the same way almost every time. Their baguettes are the best in the city. The banh mi dac biet is what you are looking for here, it is always my to-go spot when I want a banh mi. I have tried many other spots and sometimes its good, but still a hit or miss. This place has been here since the 80's, and for damn good reason. read more

I first discovered this place in 2007. I've been coming here ever since. I love their Vietnamese chicken hoagie/banh mi ga. It's shredded chicken and they stuff your sandwich with it. Great quality and taste is wonderful. read more

Best banh mi spot in philly. It has a gourmet and authentic taste. The bread is soft yet crispy, not too much inside dough either. I usually get the banh mi Ga(chicken) or Pate cha lua. You can also request for more butter on your banh mi . Give this place a try, you won't be disappointed! read more

Best banh mi in Philly. This place is closed every Monday. Other than that very nice staff and very good Vietnamese hoagies.

You know you're eating in a bad Vietnamese establishment, when there is no comfortable seating with clean tables, customer service is nonexistent as the entire staff is in the kitchen squabbling about their sons' MCAT scores, and the banh mi is poorly thrown together, with the greens carelessly topped on a stale, crumbly baguette with dry white chicken. read more

Huge fan of this place for a quick, fresh, cheap, and delicious lunch. The chicken hoagie is magnificent (tell them to go easy on the butter). If you like pate, they will gladly put some on the bread for you. I prefer it the way it comes and love the combination of chicken, jalapenos, and cilantro on french bread. The coffee is also very good and a nice way to finish lunch. They only have two tables inside so getting lunch to go is usually the way to do it. read more

My father loves their banh mi here. Their banh mi is good here. My favorite is the chicken banh mi. The only reason why I didn't give them a five star is because I had a couple of bones in my chicken banh mi. read more

Expect great quality tasting banh mi here. Don't expect great customer service. Don't expect your typical American run establishment with a clean environment. Expect this to be a small hole in the wall authentic Vietnam restaurant as if you were in Vietnam itself. The banh mi are delicious. read more

My favorite place to go for Vietnamese hoagies. I have tried a few different sandwiches and they were all delicious. There are tables in there for you to sit and eat but I feel like its more for their friends who stop by. The only issue is for me is the parking. read more

Love this place!! BEST viet hoagies!!!! Been eating their hoagies since I was little...that's over 20 years

These banh mi are delicious! Don't be discouraged when you walk in and see no other customers and only one table. Just get a chicken banh mi to go, and I promise you won't be sorry. The bread is fresh, crispy and chewy, lots of cilantro, just the right amount of mayo and marinade on the chicken. I have to admit that I think the banh mi here are better than at Nhuy, which is just down the street and gets high ratings here on Yelp. The owners at Cafe Cuong are really friendly, as well. Overall -- love it! read more

Chicken banh mi....best one in the city. Love this place.