Very yummy Banh Mi. I travel here to visit friends all the way from CT and specifically stop by this spot for a hangover fix! I have had the Banh Mi sando 3x and at this point I don't think o can survive with out it! Love this spot. Photo opportunity by their mural wall. read more

Went here as it's a DDD which means Guy Fieri ate here. They were sold out of several sandwiches and had only been open for an hour which was kinda disappointing. Spring rolls were good. The walls are kinda plain and there was sign that Guy usually leaves behind in all the places he visits. read more

East Side Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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We ordered broken rice bowl with chicken (any choice of protein) and boy it was quite the bowl! Colorful and full of veggie and generous sprinkling of fried shallots over a bed of jasmine rice. We had to order Banh mi since this is what this place is all about. We ordered a No 1 which is always our litmus test. Wonderful assortment of cold cut meats, with generous helping of cilantro, a slice of jalapeño and vege and a LOT of sauce. I wanted to get the veggie (not always an option!) and it was wonderful. Not sure I tasted the eggplant but eggplant isn't a very strong flavor to begin with. It also had a lot of vege, pickles, and jalapeño. All in all the best thing was the crunchieness of the baguette. Man that bread was fresh. I would come back for that alone. I got a maypop tangerine sparkling water and it paired well with my veggie banh mi. My first time trying this brand. Hint of flavor, very bubbly. read more

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Just as good as I remember it! We got the pork banh mi. It was perfect. We ended up splitting a sandwich. I think you could get away with splitting or having a whole one depending on your hunger level. Always quick and friendly service. read more

East Side Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I never thought I could be obsessed with bahn mi, but this place stole my heart! If you're ever in Nashville, you HAVE to come here. The bahn mi was so flavorful and left me wondering how I could live life not knowing such rich taste. I would come to Nashville just to have this bahn mi again. The restaurant is a classic sit down sandwich shop where you order at the counter. They have plenty of filling options, and the staff are helpful at explaining which is their favorite. Perfect for a quick meal or a to-go dinner. read more

East Side Banh Mi - Pork Bahn Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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We had lunch here. It's Vietnamese, it's different and it's really good. We shared the tofu & spring roll and the Chris's fried sweet potato's. The spring roll was just ok but the sweet potatoes were excellent! For my meal I ordered the Impossible sandwich. It came on a great bun, it was mildly seasoned (it was supposed to have jalapeños but it didn't), tasted very good and I could only eat 1/2. (I saved the rest for later.) There are condiments on the tables but most were about gone. I was able to put some of the red salsa on a few of my bites and that really brought the flavor up. We all really liked this place and I'm certain that we will come back to try other things. read more

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I had an incredible lunch at East Side Bahn Mi restaurant while passing through Nashville. This joint has been on my bucket list for a while ever since I saw Guy Fieri ate there on DDD. For an appetizer I ordered the shrimp and pork fresh spring rolls that came with a house made peanut sauce and enjoyed that dish thoroughly. For an entree I opted for the Pork Bahn Mi and it was amazing especially with the roast pork shoulder with added veggies on a 10" fresh baguette roll. The service was so nice and interior was inviting. They are a no cash restaurant so credit/debit card only. read more

East Side Banh Mi - Pork & shrimp Spring Rolls & the Pork Bahn Mi sandwich - deliciousness! - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I had a great little lunch at East Side Banh Mi. The chicken bowl was absolutely delicious, and a great combination of veggies, peanuts, chicken and sauce. I also got rolls that were a little bit on the dry side. The sauce was really thick, and I wish it was a thinner consistency. read more

East Side Banh Mi - Veggie roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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This was a really solid Sammy. I liked the flavors and how everything worked well together. Wasn't sure of what to get so I just got the most popular classic one and it did not disappoint. Guy fierri did not do this place wrong! The only thing is that I think it takes a while for the food to come out even when it's not that just so just beware. That could also just be a southern thing lol read more

East Side Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Perhaps i'm just spoiled being from southern california and having access to all the banh mi in Westminster but the #1 banh mi was just okay. The pate and aioli both lacked the richness that I am used to from other banh mi shops. The pickled carrot and daikon was a little too vinegary for my taste as well. The bread was outstanding though, you can definitely tell they are making it fresh in house. read more

I was driving through the main street when I saw the place. I decided to stop for a fast lunch. I don't regret it! I ordered a pork banh mi, but a client suggested add to my order the Chris fried sweet potatoes and I also added the season lemead. Lord! I started eating the Banh mi and it was a bomb. Everything inside tasted fresh and the combination of the flavors were amazing. When they brought my sweet potatoes that was the epic point. They were warm, tasty, fresh! I loved it! The leamed was very refreshing! I like the service and they were very nice. I had to leave for a emergency call and they packed my food without complaining! Later, I warmed my food and gone! Thank you, thank you! I will come back for sure and I will suggest the place to my friends! Sorry I forgot to take pics! Busy day! read more

I literally dream about their veggie banh mi. it is so delicious & their staff was so nice!

We got the veggie and tuna Banh Mis with a half and half (half Vietnamese ice coffee and half toasted peanut rice milk) and a Vietnamese iced coffee with a coconut sweet cream instead of condensed milk. We love that they have vegetarian and dairy free options. Placed was packed getting the lunch rush. Staff was very friendly, always a plus. Sandos were delicious, so favorful - the tofu and eggplant was soooo good. Tuna is great too, with good spice level for those who want spicy. Definitely recommend and will return! read more

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My favorite sandwich in Nashville. I get so excited for this pork banh mi. It's perfection. The crunch of the bread, with the softness in the middle. And it's only $11.50. I get two meals out of it. It's a great take out option. It doesn't get mushy like most sandwiches. read more

East Side Banh Mi - Pork Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

My dining companions and I visited East Side Banh Mi on a Sunday. There was plenty of street parking available. The shop was not busy and we were greeted promptly. I ordered the Broken Rice Bowl with a choice of protein (I chose Roasted Caramel Pork), Jasmine Rice, Farm Greens, Pickled Veggies, Herbs, Fried Shallots, Roasted Peanuts, Spicy Fish Sauce. The portion size is generous and I wasn't able to finish it all. Delicious intense flavors that together made for a wonderfully savory entree. One dining companion ordered the Pork Bahn Mi sandwich with Roasted Black Pepper-Caramel Pork Shoulder served on a fresh house baked 10" baguette with Fried Shallot Mayo, Pickled Veggies, Cilantro, Cucumber, Jalapeños & Maggi. Great taste and fresh ingredients! The other dining companion ordered the Veggie Bahn Mi sandwich served on a fresh house baked 10" baguette with Fried Shallot Mayo, Pickled Veggies, Cilantro, Cucumber, Jalapeños & Maggi. My dining companion that lives in Nashville frequents this restaurant often and this sandwich is his personal favorite. The prices were very reasonable, service was efficient and our meals were ready in swift fashion. We ordered at the counter and picked up our meals at the counter. The restaurant is fairly small, but there were several open tables to choose from. It seems this restaurant does a big takeaway business. While we were eating, so many people came in to pick up orders they'd called ahead for or ordered and picked up on site. We would definitely return and try some of the other bowl and sandwich combinations! read more

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I wasn't prepared for how BIG this sandwich was but I ate every. single. bite. it was so delicious! I had never been here before as I am not from the area so I told the cashier to give me what his favorite was so I ended up with the Pork Bahn Mi. My friend got the Broken Rice Bowl and it was so yummy. There is plenty of seating and parking. Very casual atmosphere. Great stop for lunch. Next time I'm in Nashville I will be back to for that Pork Bahh Mi! :) read more

East Side Banh Mi - Pork Bahn Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Spring rolls were excellent--fresh, light, and packed with flavor that made them a perfect start. The banh mi followed through with that Southern-style twist, very very naice--a great balance of crusty bread, bright veggies, and hearty fillings that all worked together. Everything about it felt well put together and satisfying, the kind of spot that leaves you already thinking about your next visit. read more

Incredibly fresh and full of flavor! We got the veggie banh mi and spring rolls. Also the blackberry mint limeade was a refreshing drinks to go along with. read more

First time visiting here, so wasn't really sure what to expect. I had heard great things, so I wanted to give it a try. This establishment was small and seems to be women ran. At least on today the ladies were holding it down in the front and back of the the house. It very chill with a quiet environment. Several areas to eat inside if you should choose to dine in. I opted to get the Pork Banh Mi sandwich. I will give this 4/5. My biggest complain is that the bread is way too hard. I feel like I have cut the roof of my mouth trying to bite and chew it. The pork had quite a bit of fat left on the meat which means as I took a bite I would come across chewing up slimy fat. The toppings that come on it are very light and refreshing. The longer stemmed cilantro caught me by surprise, but it added to the freshness of the slaw that comes on it. The overall sandwich is very flavorful and filling. You won't go wrong with ordering it. The salted plum limeade was really good and refreshing. "Salted" but not salty. More sweet than salty which is a great thing. Their limeades are seasonal, so definitely ask about which is in season if you should go and visit. 5/5 I will definitely be back to try something else. read more

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Soooo flavorful and delicious!! It was extremely hot inside but the food made it all worth it!! read more

East Side Banh Mi - Chili Tofu Broken Rice Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Finally made my way to East Side Banh Mi (sadly took me four years!). They recently updated their interior and it's so pretty inside, with booth seating as well as barstools along their glass windows. There's parking in front of the restaurant but I parked on the street for ease (free street parking FTW!). Decided to try their seasonal limeade which was blood orange. This drink was incredible! Refreshing and delicious! A true 10/10! I also got the shrimp spring rolls, which were really fresh but didn't wow me. The banh mi though, was INCREDIBLE! One of the best I've had outside of Vietnam. I tried the pork but want to order the steak next time. My other favorites were the sweet potatoes, which come with a delicious peanut dipping sauce. Don't skip the chocolate chip cookie, either! I got one to go and it was a damn near perfect cookie. Slightly crispy on the outside, slightly salted. So good! I can't wait to go back and see the great staff, who made sure I was well taken care of during my visit! read more

East Side Banh Mi - Pork banh mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I came into East Side when they opened and the bread was just coming out of the oven. The whole restaurant smelled like heaven! I ordered a Pork Banh Mi and it was delicious! The staff was very nice, preparing a Banh Mi for my husband with the aoli on the side as he would be enjoying it much later. I will return the next time I'm in Nashville! read more

Rich. Crunchy. Fresh. Tasty. Bougie! Sheer Excellence!! My order was the #1! It's a Pork Bahn Mi Vietnamese Sandwich. I also had an Asian Side Salad to go along with it. It was delivered to my hotel from Uber Eats. Both were excellent! I hadn't had a Bahn Mi since I left California for Chattanooga, and I thought I never would! In fact, I haven't been able to find a Vietnamese restaurant in Chattanooga since I left! But that was before - in Chattanooga - where foodies literally die of starvation! Enter the Nashville food scene and we're talking all kinds of great food for foodies. Nashville is foodie heaven and I'm here for it! The first bite of that 8" Bahn Mi took me back! That crunch they get on those baguettes is tremendously satisfying! I always say it's the bread that makes the sandwich, and it's so true! The bread was crunchy, chewy and delicious! Inside East Side's #1 Bahn Mi they put Roasted Black-Pepper Caramel Pork Shoulder, spread with a tasty Fried Shallot Mayo, then add a mixture of Pickled Julienned Vegetables, consisting of Carrots, Cucumbers, and crowned with a grip of Cilantro and Sliced Jalapeños, and Maggi. Maggi is that Umami-rich soy sauce-like flavor. They don't skimp on the veggies in their sandwich but it was a tad light on the amount of pork shoulder. On the Uber Eats app, you have the option of adding 'extra meat' for $3.95, and Pate' for $1.25, so there's that. I found my Bahn Mi perfect the way it was although I might try it next time with extra meat. I was pleasantly surprised with my Side Salad and ate half of it the next day for breakfast. It was sooo crunchy, fresh and good! This Side Asian Salad consisted of Farm Greens, Pickled Veggies, Herbs, and Fried Shallots. The Citrus-Soy Vinaigrette was also very good. The most impressive takeaway from East Side Bahn Mi is that you can tell they take pride in their food by giving us the freshest and most tasty ingredients that are available to them and then they put together something so delicious! Since freshness is of utmost importance, you cannot go wrong with anything you get. *****FIVE FABULOUS STARS!!!!!***** read more

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I frequent this place this place in East a few times a month. Great lunch spot and you can't go wrong with any of the Banh Mi's. East side pho also equally as good down the road read more

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I'm trying to hit all the eater 38 spots in Nashville. I got "The No. 1" I wanted to try something new and it was delicious. I think next time I would get something a little bit more traditional for the bread was amazing nice and crisp on the outside. I also got the roasted peanut rice milk which was also delicious. But I probably would've gotten this as an after lunch drink instead of a coffee and had something more traditional with my meal. But overall delicious can't wait to go back. read more

East Side Banh Mi - The No 1 - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Food 5/5: my sandwich was BIG and enough to eat in two portions. The flavor was on point and then read was soft. My spring rolls were amazing too--and the sauce to pair was yummy. I would order this exact meal again and try more sandwiches on the menu. Service 5/5: it was easy to order and the cashier was friendly. I waited inside for my meal to be prepared and when it was ready another employee hand delivered it to me while I was seated (a nice touch). Ambiance 4/5: it's a cool casual restaurant and pleasant enough to dine in. I told a friend about this place and she ordered the same day and loved her sandwich, so much that she took her guy there a few days later! I am looking to returning. read more

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Chad, I saw your response, I understand this is an Asian owned place & from one Asian to another, careful who is working for you because they're representing your business & the white women we dealt with behind your counter was extremely rude & stuck up to us. read more

The pork sandwich was great and the chocolate chip cookie was prob the best I've ever had. The person working he counter did make me feel quite uncomfortable. When I asked for a water to go they glared at me and told me that I have to get my own water. Like, just say it's self service without looking at me like I have caused some great offense. I've never been here before! Lol. But I still recommend this place. Good food! read more

I love the vegan options they have here. If you're looking for a great, filling sando, this is the place ! Possibly the best sando in the city !! read more

East Side Banh Mi - Vegggie sando - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The banh mi here was truly one of the best I've had, and I've traveled all throughout Vietnam. The textures, flavors, and balance were spot on. Crispy bread, fresh ingredients, and everything came together exactly the way a great banh mi should. I was honestly surprised by how good this little shop was. Definitely a place I'd come back to. read more

I had my very first banh mi here while visiting, and now nothing else compares. The bread is incredible--crispy on the outside without getting soggy--and it really makes the sandwich. The proportions of pork, veggies, and sauce are always just right, and everything tastes so fresh and balanced. Now I make it a point to stop here every time I'm in the area because it's hands down the best banh mi I've had. read more

East Side Banh Mi - Pork Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

We visited East Nashville only to try this Banh mi place. We ordered for the popular No 1 Banh mi and Veggie banh mi. This place bakes their own baguette so you can taste the freshness in every bite. I love the pickles and my veggie banh mi outstanding in terms of flavor with eggplants and crispy tofu. The No 1 Banh mi was filled with various deli meat, which they brine and prepare themselves. Since it was a hot summer day, we also ordered for a peanut rice milk, which was alright, perhaps too nutty for my liking. The service was fairly quick so we didn't have to wait hungry for too long. The only complaint that I had was the ambiance, it seemed a little shabby, with flies everywhere and an uncleaned table, so we bought a takeout and devoured the sub at the comfort of our home. read more

We decided to grab two bánh mì to go after noticing a few flies in the restaurant. We ordered the pork and steak versions, and I appreciated that they were accommodating when I asked to have the cilantro removed. However, I was a bit disappointed with the steak as it's more like a hamburger patty than the traditional steak I was expecting. I wish that had been more clearly described on the menu. read more

I enjoyed a delightful lunch celebration with the most delicious bahn mi salad, my first but definitely not my last. The flavors were incredible, bursting forth. I had the pleasure of meeting Ashley, one of the chefs, who was very friendly. I wish restaurants, that are as tasty as this one, had cooking classes to learn how to create such mouthwatering dishes. read more

East Side Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Great Vietnamese sub sandwiches packed with flavor are found at East Side Banh Mi in East Nashville. The Banh Mi was amazing, unctious meat, crispy pickled veggies and just the right amount of sauce. The rolls had an outer crunch and soft inside. The restaurant was very casual, but clean. The take out business was on fire. The kitchen was working their butt's off and the black peppered pork Banh Mi was out of this world. We took the sandwiches with us for a plane ride home. People on the plane wanted to know where we got the amazing looking and smelling sandwiches. The employees here are hustling, warm, extremely polite, always smiling and putting out a great product. Keep up the great culture and outstanding product. read more

I ordered the rice bowl with chopped steak. The rice was nice and warm. The cucumbers were not fully cut through. The steak was almost flavorless and didn't taste like steak. It came with a sauce on the side, but didn't help much since it was mostly sugar. The interior was bright and pretty, but some tables were dirty. Overall, a decent place for a quick meal, but will not be back. The food was pretty flavorless. The service was quick, but perhaps to the expense of flavor and quality. Can't speak for the Banh Mi though, didn't try it. read more

I've always had the pork banh mi, but the chicken is absolutely deliciously tasty, too!

Love the fresh ingredients and the freshly baked bread. Very tasty sandwiches. So far I've tried the combo and chicken banh min and it totally satisfied my cravings. read more

So good! They deserve all the rewards! Sandwich was great and huge, great bread and the service was friendly too! Definitely going back! read more

East Side Banh Mi - Chili crisp tofu and eggplant - Vietnamese Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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I got the chicken banh mi and was wildly disappointed. I live very close (less than 3 miles) to the restaurant and by the time I was home and unwrapping my sandwich the bread was soggy.. the first few bites were all cilantro and carrots. Next bite I didn't taste much, like there wasn't a lot of flavor to start with. I could tell the bread was fresh and tasted good. Also they have no AC, or they don't turn it on bc it was HOT in there. I had to go outside for a little while I waited. read more