Had an itching for a bang Mi in the downtown area and found this place on Yelp. Menu options are reasonably priced for the downtown area snd the food is generally good. Today had the Medallion (Grilled Pork) Banh Mi and was pleasantly surprised. All the ingredients were appropriately portioned and the house sauce (Cilantro Aioli-"green sauce") was a pleasant surprise which gave the Banh Mi refreshing flavor profile. The service was fast, efficient and friendly. Will be back to try other menu options. read more

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This is my favorite Bánh Mì spot. I've had other popular ones in SJ, but this is the one I always go back to. I've tried most of the bánh mìs, so here's my order from fav to least fav: 1. Medallion 2. Tofu tied with lemongrass BBQ chicken 3. Porchetta ... this was still good. TBH I ate half and thought it was mid, but then ate the other half the next day after heating it up in my air fryer. It slapped after that, way better. The pork soaked up the flavors and the air fryer made it crispy, it was chef's kiss. read more

Came here recently with my husband, we both agree one of the best banh mi in SJ! Ingredients all fresh, meats well seasoned, and bread equally as soft as it's crispy. I got the lemongrass chicken, I thought the green sauce complimented it great. Also grabbed the medallion bowl with vermicelli noodles. Large portions and fair for the price in the area. The twirly fries were also good, tried them but probably wouldn't order again. The staff seemed upbeat and friendly, and the food came out quickly. Small spot with limited seating, but they had a sign that said there was a back patio. Will have to check it out next time! Tables were clean and staff were quick to wipe down tables as people left. We were able to split that order between two people and have plenty extra to take home! read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - BBQ Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi Medallion Vermicelli Noodle Bowl Twirly Fries - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

This is one of the best banh mi's in the South Bay! Ordered the porchetta banh mi and the medallion banh mi. Both were delicious, but the medallion banh mi was my favorite. The pork lemongrass patties had a juicy, bouncy texture and were flavorful. The green sauce brought everything together and added a creamy, rich, vibrant flavor to the sandwich. I'm not sure if they have their own parking lot, but there's a parking garage across the street along with metered parking nearby. I placed an order ahead, so the metered parking was perfect for a pickup. read more

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If you're craving a solid bánh mì in San Jose, Mommy's Banh Mi is definitely worth a stop. This spot keeps it simple but delivers where it counts. The bread is perfectly toasted--crispy on the outside with that soft, airy inside that makes a great bánh mì. The fillings are fresh and well-balanced, especially the grilled pork which is flavorful without being overpowering. The pickled veggies add just the right tang, and the cilantro and jalapeños bring everything together. Service is quick and friendly, making it an easy grab-and-go option. Prices are reasonable too, especially for the quality and portion size you get. The inside is nice and gives out that great vibe of chill and relaxing mode while enjoying that tasty and delicious bahn mi sandwich. Great ambiance. read more

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I recently tried the vegetarian Banh Mi at Mommy Banh Mi, and overall it was a refreshing experience. The filling really stood out as it felt light, fresh, and packed with crisp veggies, almost like eating a fresh veggie roll in sandwich form. The balance of ingredients made it enjoyable and not too heavy. That said, the bread was a bit of a letdown. It was quite tough and harder to chew than expected, which took away from the overall experience. I'm not sure if it was just an off day, but a softer, crispier baguette would have made a big difference. Overall, great flavors in the filling, but the bread could definitely be improved. I tried vegetarian Banh Mi. And yeah Cilantro alio sauce was too goood.!! read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Vegetarian Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

The pork banh mi was delicious! The cashier was also very professional and if you pay in cash, there's a discount. I was able to get a seat inside and they also have outside seating. Seems to get busy around lunchtime. The price was very reasonable and I'm used to paying a lot more. read more

Ordered online ahead of time and picked up during my lunch break. Order was ready and made on time . Walked inside of Mommy's and saw that the restaurant was clean and also full of customers! A good sign. Quality of my sandwich was on point! Ordered the bbq lemongrass chicken with paté. The cilantro sauce was a wonderful complement to the bahn mi. Passion fruit iced tea was crisp , not overly sweet and refreshing. I'll definitely come back and try some of their other food! read more

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Got a Banh Mi fried chicken sandwich and BBQ chicken lemongrass vermicelli bowl. I thought both were kind of dry. The noodles were stuck together. I asked for no jalepeno on the GrubHub app and they ignored it. The side dressing was also too spicy. Overall it was ok but there are better places like Vietnoms. read more

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Updated Review: By far the best Banh Mi and bowls in the Bay Area! If you haven't tried them out, I highly recommend you do. Also, their green sauce is to die for! Don't forget to get extras. The staff members are also extremely nice and helpful. read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Shredded Chicken Vermicelli Noodle Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

This restaurant is in the location where back a yard used to be on Market. A pro tip is you can avoid paying for parking by parking in the parking garage across the street at those times when the first 90 minutes are free. Check online for those times. My wife had the vegetarian banh mi and I had the chicken banh mi. A nice thing about this place is that the "fish sauce" is actually not fish sauce but a condiment that is vegetarian friendly, but always ask in advance. You never know if this might change. To order you get in line and order at the counter. There are menus posted along the wall so you can plan your selection. You seat yourself at any of the many tables and your order is brought to table. Ours was to go so they gave us a pager and we sat in our car until the Pager went off. My wife really gave a good review of the vegetarian sandwich which has tofu in it. My chicken sandwich was also pretty good and filling. No pictures this time because we just had to eat and go read more

I love a Banh Mi place that has veggie friendly options. The rice bowl was good and fresh and packed with flavor, but the meat substitute was lacking in flavor and texture. It was more like soggy tofu. I do appreciate they have a vegan fish sauce though, as that is often overlooked in most Vietnamese restaurants when offering a veg option. They do have a great drink selection, including a banana matcha that was great. Good seating inside and easy parking in the deck across the street that had free parking for 2 hours. read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Vegan Rice Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

I was honestly pretty impressed with the medallion (pork) banh mi at Mommy's Banh Mi. I ordered during lunchtime on a weekday. It took about 15 minutes for the food to be ready, but it was definitely worth the wait. I feel like the meat was seasoned and cooked well, and the portion size was pretty good too. Will definitely be back again! read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Medallion Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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They had me at green sauce. Parking (5/5): I lucked out with street parking right in front of the shop, but there are also a few nearby lots that offer free parking for the first 90 minutes. Ambiance (4/5): A casual space that works for both solo diners and groups. The walls are pretty minimal, but the hanging ceiling lights brighten things up nicely. Service (5/5): Fast, friendly, and efficient. Food (5/5): We overheard the cashier say they ran out of bánh mì two customers ahead of us... NOOOOO . Since we were already there, we opted for their bowls instead--same proteins, served over vermicelli noodles or rice. We got the fried chicken and lemongrass chicken vermicelli bowls, which come with a fresh spring mix, pickled carrots and daikon, fish sauce, and the star of the show: a 1 oz green sauce. Vietnamese restaurants sometimes make their fish sauce a bit too sweet for my taste, but this one was perfectly balanced. The pickled carrots and daikon had a great tang that I absolutely loved. Overall: A really satisfying and filling meal. The vermicelli was great, but I'll definitely be back for the bánh mì--next time, I'll just go earlier to make sure I get one. read more

Food: - The lemongrass chicken Bánh mi was amazing, super flavorful and filling - 10/10 Service: - Super friendly wait staff - 10/10 Ambiance: - Lunch rush is insane here so I do recommend ordering beforehand - Also limited seating because of the rush + the place is kind of small - Nice and well kept place however - 7/10 read more

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Believe the hype! Visit and (patiently) wait in line to order their lemongrass chicken and Medallion. Those were the family favorites! My husband said it was the most delicious banh mi he's had, and that's saying a LOT since we've got some pretty amazing spots here in San Jose. read more

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Friend recommended this place so I checked it out for lunch today. Got the vegetarian bowl with noodles. This is my first time trying these types of bowls so I was excited to see the hype! The bowl was LARGE and the amount of food was impressive. It was honestly really very good! I couldn't finish it so I brought it home and just finished it up now. I love being introduced to new (to me) restaurants, esp in DTSJ, so I'll def be back and try their Banh Mi next time! Service was fast and friendly, and someone even came around asking if we wanted water, which was very kind! They have a back patio, albeit a bit small, but it has about 4 tables or so, if you want to sit outdoors. read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Vegan Vermicelli Noodle Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

I'm not going to lie, at first I thought $12.95 for a Banh Mi sandwich was too much. After eating my Banh Mi sandwich, I definitely will be back. We all got the BBQ Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi. The bread was soft, but crusty, how it should be. The vegetables were thinly sliced. The flavors were balanced, and the green sauce (cilantro aioli) was bomb. The staff greets you as soon as you enter, and the counter staff were very happy & friendly while taking our order. The vibe here is relaxed and inviting. A very clean and well taken care of establishment. I would guarantee you will come to the same conclusion, if you visit here. read more

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I always park in the San Pedro parking garage and always pass by this place, wanting to try it, but never did until now. I regret all the times I passed by and didn't order anything all these times because it's so good! I love how different their menu is, the workers are actually nice and considerate, the place has a decent about of tables, they do offer complimentary 1 oz green sauce but just make sure to let them know, water station is available self served. I split a banh mi with my cousin. We ordered the lemon grass bbq chicken banh mi and the porchetta pork banh mi. It's really flavorful, bread doesn't cut the roof of your mouth which is always a plus. My other cousins is vegan so they ordered a vegan banh mi and vermicelli bowl. The vermicelli bowl looks realllllly good and I want to try it out next time! For someone that loves banh mi, this place will be my go to in San Jose read more

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If you're looking for a banh mi with a twist, look no further than Mommy's Banh Mi! With so many banh mi shops in and around San Jose, I was excited to see some unique options like the fried chicken and porchetta banh mi. They also offer some traditional ones like lemongrass chicken and pork. I ended up trying both the porchetta and lemongrass chicken. While both were good, it was the more traditional chicken one that was the winner for me. I'd be interested to come back and try some of the other meats and one of the bowls. Sandwiches are a little more expensive than some other spots in SJ, but not over the top. They have a prime location in DTSJ near San Pedro Square Market, and it is a nicer more trendy spot than most to-go only shops you find. Service was great, they greeted everyone that walked in, as soon as they walked in, and were happy to chat over the menu and give some recs. Metered street parking available in front of the shop and in the garage across the street. read more

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I feel like it's rare to see a more modern take on Viet food, so this was refreshing! I tried the lemongrass chicken vermicelli bowl, the porchetta bánh mì, and the viet iced coffee--and everything was impressive. Portions were very generous; the vermicelli bowl in particular came with an insane amount of chicken. LOVED the cilantro aioli (even my bf who is the biggest cilantro hater didn't mind it) and the vegan fish sauce was so full of flavor that you'd never know it was vegan. The porchetta (Italian pork belly) offered a wonderful soft, rich contrast to the crisp baguette and fresh, crunchy vegetables. My only wish is that the dishes were served a bit hotter in temperature, but the flavors and textures were excellent overall. read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Mommy - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Had been on my bookmarks for a while. 5/5 Lemongrass chicken banh mi! Quite flavorful and also filling in terms of the amount of chicken. I'd say good value for money! As other reviews have indicated, definitely get that extra cilantro aioli sauce. I did and one extra 0.30 sauce was just about right! I parked in the garage right opposite (free 90 minute parking). read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Wow probably one of the best banh mi's I've ever had. For starters, I ordered online and their estimated time was very accurate and easy to pick up. Staff was friendly and there is a good amount of seating available for how small the space is. The sandwich itself had so much flavor and the veggies were fresh and crunchy. I LOVED the green sauce that it came with. It really made the sandwich extra tasty. But it is amazing on its own. The baguettes taste like they are freshly baked everyday. I hate when they are too crunchy because I end up cutting the roof of my mouth. This baguette didn't do that. Great place to grab lunch if you work in the area. In terms of parking that might be tricky. There is a paid parking lot nearby and street parking available! read more

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I had a delicious lemongrass chicken banh mi with cilantro aioli and twirly fries (with a special fish sauce and green onion). It was the biggest and fullest banh mi I've seen and the chicken was savory and well cooked. read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Twirly fries - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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As soon as you come through the door, the entire front facing staff greets you. Everyone is soo friendly and full of smiles. The place is decorated tastefully and has good vibes. The food hit soo many notes in my mouth..delish!! read more

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This spot is a bit hidden, but right in the heart of downtown and absolutely worth finding. The space itself is on the smaller side, but the food more than makes up for it. Every bite of my banh mi was packed with flavor and came in a very generous portion. The pickled vegetables added a bright, fresh contrast, and the tangy green sauce truly elevated it, easily making it one of the best banh mi I've had. Everyone I interacted with was kind and helpful, from ordering to bringing out my food and even offering a to go box. I don't live nearby, but the next time I'm in the Bay Area, I'll definitely be coming back. read more

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This is a very good lunch spot to go to! This is unusual Vietnamese restaurant to go to, because they don't normally serve Vietnamese ingredients in rice bowls or vermicelli. However, they also serve bahn mi. So basically, they listed all the meats and other main ingredients, but you can either put them in a sandwich or a rice bowl. I decided to get a rice bowl since I usually their ingredients in a sandwich. They're really big though and can fill you up. I actually eat those circle green things (don't know what they're called) and it's so spicy that I couldn't really eat for 10 minutes. Good thing that it went away though. The lemongrass chicken is very tasty especially with the sauces that come with it. The ingredients they use to make rice bowls is how you usually get a rice plate from a typical Vietnamese restaurant. It's like they to smush everything into a bowl rather than making space for the ingredients. Also, the Vietnamese iced coffee was very sweet! They also have a patio outside, but it's very small though. Perhaps in my opinion that it's better to stay indoors unless the temperature is very bad compared to outside. If you decide to pay with cash, you get a very slight discount! The bahn mis here is very expensive ($12.95) compared to most Vietnamese sandwiches (usually under $9), but I would still try the next time I come here. read more

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Arrived just before noon on a Thursday. No wait to order, lots of people arrived a few minutes past noon. Had twirly fries (yum). Tasty and not greasy. Lemongrass Bahn Mi sandwich was almost two servings. Great price, flavor and bread was perfect. Medallion Pork bowl with noodles was delicious. Also two servings. Looking forward to the leftovers. read more

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This is the best banh mi! Worth the cost! The food is always fresh and chicken always crispy! They deserve the line out the door! friendly staff and best place to grab a quick lunch! read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Vietnamese Chicken Wings & Twirly Fries Combo - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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I love mommy's banh mi! Love their lemongrass chicken with extra meat and extra pickled carrots and diakon. It has been part of my lunche routine for the last few weeks and today I tried their chicken wings and loved them. They were juicy even after doordash delivery and even after reheating them in the microwave for a minute. I have also tried their fried chicken banh mi but wasn't impressed with it as much as I was with their lemongrass wraps. The wraps are always beautifully wrapped and delivered with care. For people who don't want to add bread to their diet, have the option of bowls that come with vermicelli noodles. I will try that next. Also worth mentioning is the cilantro dip that comes witht the sandwiches. I always order extra. Yummy but slightly sweet. read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Lemongrass banh mi with extra meat and extra diakon and carrots. Chicken wings. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

I got the fried chicken bowl with vermicelli noodles and really liked it. The portion was generous and everything tasted fresh--the chicken was hot, crispy, and well-seasoned, and the veggies had a nice crunch. My only complaint is that overall it was a little too sweet for me. That could be partly because of a medication I'm on that changes how I taste things, but I still think the sweet pickled veggies, slightly sweet chicken, and sweet sauce all layered together made it feel a bit unbalanced. I would've preferred something like fish sauce instead to cut through it and give it more of a savory punch. That said, the place itself was super clean and vibrant, and the staff were incredibly nice. Service was fast, everyone was friendly, and the whole experience just had a good feel to it. I'd definitely come back to try something else. Thanks! read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Came here for lunch during week. Place was busy but they moved quick. Food was absolutely delicious and love that they do bowls as well as Bhanh Mi....i chose the Fried Chicken bowl and loved it. Would come back again! read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Fried Chicken Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

A must try! My wife and I decided to stop by for lunch here and ordered the Medallion, which is the first sandwich on their menu. The banh mi was huge honestly enough for two people. We could barely finish it! For only $13, the portion and quality were amazing. The bread was fresh and crispy, the meat was flavorful, and everything tasted super fresh. Definitely one of the best banh mi spots we've tried in San Jose. We'll absolutely be back! Shout out to the whole team for making the place welcoming the moment we walked in read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - MEDALLION BANH MI - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Got DoorDash. I am in love with their noodle bowl, which comes with banh hoi - thin vermicelli noodle in a sheet. I like the grilled chicken vermicelli bowl. I always order extra noodle. I enjoy dipping the vermicelli in the fish sauce, eating it. Then taking a bit of the grilled chicken and then the veggies. Carbs, veggies, and plenty of protein in one meal. It's a win win. read more

I recently tried their vegan/vegetarian Banh Mi and it was one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. All the ingredients were so fresh and the bread was wonderfully crispy without scratching your mouth. I ordered extra green sauce which was so wonderfully herby and garlicky. I will definitely be coming here more often to get the vegetarian bahn mi as well as try other items on the menu. read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Vegetarian Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

my dad saw mommy's banh mi on check please recently and wanted to try it out. The service was pretty good. They were pretty helpful in helping us decide what to eat for lunch. The ambience was pretty good, pretty busy for on the go lunch spot in San Jose. Didn't really like the taste of their sandwiches personally because of too much powdered seasoning. read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - my dad and i split sandwiches - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Must love the quiet downtown San Jose area these days. Across from the Park SJ parking garage free 90-minutes parking, you can see Mommy's Banh Mi Restaurant with a hotel and other parking lots across the street. Place looks old and dead with nothing much happening from outside, but once you enter, staffs are friendly and welcoming over the counter and menu selections are simply good. Low key with great tasting casual foods. There were plenty of tables and chairs inside, plus an outdoor patio tiny with four small tables in the back side as desired. I wish they had more decorations on the walls and windows, but so far so good. Staffs were organized. Beautiful warm lights inside. 5/5 for delicious foods. Beverages were good and authentic. Small menu was very simple. 4/5 for lots of tables and chairs inside. With more curtains and newer decorations or green plants, this place can get uplifted vibes. Customers are downtown locals and employees. Comfortable sitting inside. Foods are pricey these days. Staff said they've been open around one year now and used to be a food truck business prior to opening this first location. You can definitely have great conversations with staffs here. Pick up your own trash. Nice little place. Convenient near parking garage. Must love! My BBQ Lemongrass Chicken Vermicelli Bowl was extremely generous in portion size. Good value at $14.95 and comes with sauce/vinaigrette on side. You don't get this much ingredients compared to other places. The vermicelli was especially good and delicious. Fresh veggies. Big pieces, including yummy chicken meats. Vietnamese iced coffee $5.95 and Jasmine iced milk tea $5.95. Both were strong beverages. Tempting first visit. Looking good so far. read more

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Mommy's Banh Mi is a total gem. I tried the Lemongrass Grilled Chicken with Rice and it was excellent, the chicken was juicy, perfectly charred, and packed with that signature citrusy lemongrass punch. The Twirly Fries are seasoned well and stayed incredibly crunchy. If you want a fresh, savory, and satisfying meal in SJ, this is the spot. Fast service and even better food! read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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I'm obsessed with Mommy's Banh Mi! I have only ever ordered it via UberEats for work lunches, but need to visit them sometime soon. I have tried multiple things there but my favorite is the lemongrass chicken vermicelli bowl with extra carrots and daikon and extra green sauce! The sauce is soooo good and you will find yourself scraping the container to get all of it out. Lettuce greens are always fresh which I appreciate. They also pack a lot of protein into each bowl so it could even make two lunches if you're not super hungry. The Vietnamese iced coffee is also great and a good balance of strong and sweet. Order here! read more

I decided to stop by the restaurant on a Friday morning, thanks to a friend's recommendation. It wasn't that busy at least for the dine-in seating, but there were a bunch of to-go orders during my visit. Parking was super easy and convenient, since the Market & San Pedro Square Parking Garage is right across the street, so I walked less than 2-3 minutes. First 90 mins of parking free, so definitely a good deal. The worker who helped me with ordering heavily contributed to my experience here, with their warm, friendly demeanor. They took the time to explain the different banh mi selections with such enthusiasm that it left a very positive impression on me -- I appreciated it. While waiting, I enjoyed the decor and lighting they had, which was easy on the eyes and helped set up a nice cozy atmosphere. I was also grateful for the worker who handed me my sandwich with such care. I ended up ordering the lemongrass chicken, which is probably their customer favorite, and I'm so glad I did so! The sandwich made me drool when I unwrapped it, and I was pleasantly surprised by the balance of meat and veggies! Usually I wouldn't see that much meat in other banh mi I would get. The bread was a real treat for me, such a good texture and flavor that really rounded out the overall flavor profile. I'm definitely visiting again to try out one of their other sandwiches! read more

Mommy's Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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