There are a bunch of banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) places in San Jose, so when I was in the area I…read moreasked a few local friends on where they'd recommend. The people I asked all say Duc Huong. I was closer to the McKee Road location so I went there, I'm assuming their Story Road location in Little Saigon would be bigger but busier. The location is in a strip mall area with grocery stores, restaurants (including other banh mi businesses). When I arrived there was a decent line (before Yelp that was an indication the place was good). I got in line and there were at least 3 registers, and more than that of people working in the kitchen fulfilling orders. - They bake their bread fresh. - They had a wide variety of banh mi options and different sizes - I could've ordered on at least Doordash or called in an order ahead, I'll know that for next time. They give you an order number and have a screen that will track orders. I was there on a Saturday morning around 11am, it was pretty busy, but I think they turned around my order in a reasonable amount of time. I ordered the grilled pork and egg banh mi which was pretty good.

Have been meaning to try their sandwiches for the longest time and decided to make a trip here on…read moreMother's Day for a quick bite. I believe that they have multiple locations in San Jose but this was on our way to Valley Fair. There was already a line forming when we arrived at noon. We waited about 20 minutes before our order was ready. We ordered 2 large sandwiches - cold cut combo and grilled pork. The bread was light and crispy. We liked that they removed a lot of the breading inside. The meats and condiments also did not disappoint. The quality of the sandwiches were by far the best I've never had. Can't believe it took me so long to stop by but glad I finally did. I wished that they had a location closer to where I live, but this won't stop me from driving here if I ever want a sandwich!!

Never have I ever heard about this bakery until we were waiting at Duc Huong for our sandwiches. We…read morenoticed all the different types of buns that was on display so decided to go inside to take a look. Decided to order the Char Siu Bun and it was the best bun I've ever had. It was warm and extremely savory! I also picked up a Pandan Coconut Hawaiian Sweet Rolls and it was just as good as it looked. A typical sweet roll with a hint of coconut and Pandan flavor. Liked that it was fluffy. So glad we stumbled upon this bakery because we wouldn't have been able to experience the delicious bun and sweet roll. Can't wait to stop by again next time I'm in the area and try their other buns!

I've been on the look out for a place that makes a good pineapple bun. My favorite bakery closed…read moreall locations in the bay area. I rarely go up to San Francisco which has some good bakery shops that makes great pineapple buns. I found this place on Yelp that carries pineapple buns. When I came Sunday evening, they had none left. The cashier said she will set aside some for me the next day for pick up at lunch. Sure enough I was able to get 4 pineapple buns plus I thought I try their bbq pork buns. The pineapple buns were soft and the topping wasn't as flaky as the Hong Kong pineapple buns. The sweetness level and bun were light whereas the Hong Kong is much sweeter and slightly heavier. I say their pineapple bun is decent and their bbq pork bun is smaller than the Hong Kong version. I rate this place a 3.

First of all, do not mind the lack of vegetables in the sandwich. I personally don't like eating my…read morevegetables in sandwiches, so I took them out. This place might be the best place to get a banh mi sandwich in all of San Jose. I always see a line here and people are willing to line up. People also buy lots of sandwiches so the store becomes very packed and busy. Many people probably would tell you the same thing. Everything is fresh since it's always being sold. The staff keeps cranking out fresh bread to make fresh sandwiches.

TL;DR: don't be scared off by the line - the staff moves fast and their system is down pat. The…read moresandwiches are off the charts on value! There is never not a line. That said, I think the parking is worse than the line so if you have a passenger willing to wait in line, drop them off, park away from the mess, and swoop them (and the sandos) up afterward. Now this is where I might get canceled...don't get me wrong, the bahn mi's are all delicious but they're definitely not my favorite Bahn mi's I've ever had. They're honestly not even top 3 based on taste. BUT For the price, the efficiency, and the deal (buy 4 get 1), it's really hard to beat. Sometimes, the deal is just too good to turn down. Will be back when I'm in the area but don't think I'll be going out of the way. Still so much love for Duc Hoang! Cheers!

Wow, I wish I came here sooner! Always had my eye on this place since they've opened up here in the…read moreplaza. The location of the store seems a little far away because it's in the corner by Safeway's gas station off to the side, so I imagine some people miss it. So keep an eye out for it next time you're in the mood for some hot subs. Chris, the owner, was so kind and explained everything to us. He was patient, informative, and professional. It's nice to see owners work at times and treat their customers so genuinely! So thank you, Chris! The store is honestly decorated so well. There's details everywhere on the wall, and it's all dedicated to San Jose culture and first responders. The ambiance felt local and cool. Now for the food, my husband ordered the Build Your Own Sub with Pastrami and it was delicious! I ordered their new and off the menu French Dip sub with aus ju and IT WAS SO GOOD. Highly recommend to get it now while they have it! Special notes: - All subs are served hot! - They have a hot sauce bar with unique sauces all leveled off from (1-10). 1 = mild and 10 = spiciest! Affordability: both of our subs came out to be around $20 for two large subs. Some people may view the prices as pricey, but if you get a large sub it's definitely worth it. Check out the photos for reference (I don't think the photos do the large size justice though because they are HUGE) and give Firehouse Sub a try for yourself!

Your typical craft Sando spot... 3 and 1/2 *** rounded up to…read more4 **** for accuracy and efficiency. To be honest I didn't know about Firehouse Subs until I saw a T-Mobile promo. Thought I'd give it a try. I like sandos....err subs. I placed an order online and picked it up without any issues, just the way it should be. My order was ready and waiting for me when I got there. The venue at the corner of a newer shopping plaza. There is a decent amount of seating inside and outside as well along with plenty of parking around. #Sandos: ~ Hook & Ladder - 3.5/5 The most basic one...I think. Smoked Turkey breast, Honey Ham, and melted Monterey Jack cheese, served with lettuce, tomato, onion, no mayo for me, and deli mustard with a pickle spear on the side. The sub were just okay for me, nothing amazing. ~ Firehouse Steak & Cheese (Large) - 3/5 Looks much better in the brochure. It's fine, tasted OK. Nothing to brag about, don't let the sando sit around. Make sure you finish it all at once or it will get soggy... may be its because of the oil and vinegar dressing I opted for? Not sure... The wheat bread is a tad too sweet for my liking and the white bread is just plain and flavorless. I do wish they provided options like Sourdough or Dutch Crunch, which also happen to be healthier for you. I wanted to complain that they were expensive but then realized that's how it is everywhere now. That food inflation is no joke... I'd stop by if nothing was around. Not so sure I need to try other items on the menu.

Drive by this place often and finally decided to try it today. I ordered the Torta Mexicana with…read morechicken instead of carne asada. They definitely don't skimp on the filling, the sandwich was packed with flavorful chicken, and the sauce paired really well without overpowering everything else. I'd definitely come back and try more from their sandwich selection. They also have a good variety of drinks and coffee options. Parking was easy with plenty of space in the back. The restaurant itself is spacious, clean, and has both indoor and outdoor seating with plenty of tables available. The menu is clearly displayed on the wall, and ordering was quick and efficient.

The tiny place used to be a very good solid 5-stars spot for sandwiches. They still have long lines…read moreof customers here during prime hours and sandwiches are usually very good with the green sauce. Menu is long and awesome with great varieties to choose from. Portions are huge and one sandwich is plentiful which can be easily shared among two people for sure. Nowadays, the experiences aren't the same anymore and perhaps, it's been under new people management or something. It's been lacking some logistics and sometimes, it's difficult to hear the order being called out while lots of customers are inside. I told the front staffs that I wanted my portobello chicken sandwich $15.99 and the watermelon beverage $7.99 for here/dine-in. I even left them over $3.50 tips here. While everyone else picked up their orders very fast, mine was stuck somewhere in between others. They all got table numbers except me. I even asked if I needed a table number since I was planning to dine-in, but nobody answered or wanted to respond. They were too busy preparing sandwiches. Wait time to receive order was a bit over 15 minutes. I ended up standing around waiting and waiting, thinking about why I even tipped the place when my anxiety levels were escalating. Without a table number, how would they even know which table outside to deliver my orders to? Portobello chicken sandwich was very good though. Ingredients are full. Ciabatta bread was huge. This thick sandwich can definitely feed two people. Watermelon beverage tasted good too. Tables weren't all wiped down outside, but I can see the few employees hustling and bustling. It's still a strange feeling to not have a table number assigned to me while others did have one. Overall, sandwiches are still good and portions are generous. People love coming here. I think the staffs need more management briefing. They are all hardworking, but the front counter service leaves an impression and feeling about the overall experiences here.

We came here on Super Bowl Sunday to have a little birthday outing with the family…read more We sat out on the back patio, to avoid the crowd inside, and we had the patio to ourselves. Nice, secluded, and shady! A great area for conversation and large groups, looked like it could have accommodated huge parties back there. They took great care of us too, we were pretty tucked int eh back, which we loved, but it would have been very easy to be forgotten about back there. But our food came out in a timely manner, and was REALLY good. The fries were fantastic. I think we all liked the rosemary ones the best.

Torino Panino's restaurant front door is actually the Bono's Pizza door, just in case you plan to…read moredine in. It's almost like a museum of family history of these lovely owners. I was told that the Hi-Life across the street is a business partner so be sure to take the time and stop in there too. We are from Chicago and wanted to try their version of the Chicago Style Italian Beef. 'Good' yes, 'same as' not so much. Sadly no cheese unless you want to add it separately and the juice could use a little more pizzazz. That being said, this is not meant to be a Chicago style establishment, so don't think you stopped by for competition. This food is Italian homemade food, they aren't trying to claim otherwise. My boys liked the Pepperoni pizza and the beer was cold and tasty. Take your time and your the restaurant for historical pics of the family and even check out the deli/butcher it the actual door for Torino Panino. It's a little cold this time of year so bring a jacket inside with you if you run cool like myself. Now for goodness sakes, stop reading and mangia, mangia, mangia!!! Eat, eat, eat!!!

West Coast Sourdough is an almost weekly stop for my husband and I after our grocery run. We tried…read morethis place once after being unsatisfied with the sandwich options in the surrounding grocery store delis, and this exceeded our expectations. The shop is a standard deli with a few tables inside. The service is fast and friendly, and the ingredients are fresh. The best part about these sandwiches, though, is that their sourdough has a crunchy exterior. The sourdough I've experienced at other sandwich locations tends to have a softer outside, which leads me to typically offering Dutch crunch instead. At West Coast Sourdough, though, their sourdough is just as crunchy as a Dutch crunch elsewhere, giving me both the texture and flavor profile I desire. If I'm looking for a basic deli sandwich on a quality sourdough roll, it's always safe to assume I'll be going here.

Located in the plaza at the corner of Taylor and Coleman, it's a bit tucked away. We usually order…read moretakeout, but have made time to dine in on occasion. Whether you're ordering to-go or eating in, the food is always piping hot and consistently flavorful, never disappoints! Our go-to order is the clam chowder with a sourdough bread bowl, which is hands down the best. I recommend getting the bread bowl on the side so you can enjoy the bread and chowder together. The clam chowder is my favorite, perfectly creamy with generous chunks of clams and potatoes. The bread bowl is the highlight, fluffy and crispy at the same time. Yum!

The service was quick and nice and the workers are super welcoming! The food is really filling as…read morewell!

Friendly staff and nice customer service. The place is very clean even just after lunch time.read more

Been living in the SJ area all my life and kicking myself for not coming here sooner. Got the…read moreItaliano on Dutch crunch and it was soooo good!!! Wanted to pick up sandwiches for a Rose Garden picnic and this was the closest spot. Grab and mark up an order sheet and leave it at the deli counter! A wide selection of different salads, lasagna, and even corn dogs are in the glass case too. If you want paninis, there's another deli/cafe section in the store! I split 1 with my bf. Portion wise, I was good with half (+ chips and my drink), but my bf said he could've ordered a whole for himself My new go-to for sandwiches!!! This is up there with Little Luca

They have a deli side and a panini sandwich on opposite sides of the restaurant. Heard they are…read moreknown for their sandwich's from a co worker. The deli side has most of the hams and offers cold sandwiches. I prefer toasted sandwiches and went to the side with the panini. Took about 10 minutes for them to make and heat it up. I got the tri tip and mozzarella panini pressed. Toasty bread with slightly melted cheese. Tri tip was soft and the flavors from sun-dried tomatoes was good. Solid place to grab a sandwich for a quick and go or you can eat outside the market with seats and tables.

I went here after a YouTube video I saw ON ACCIDENT. My Youtube was autoplaying videos on the TV,…read moreand I saw this place and thought "Man, I wish we had a place like this in San Jose." Then I realized the video was highlighting the best food spots in San Jose! I live in West SJ and it's a 20 minute drive to Antipasto, but I didn't mind, I had to find out for myself. I hurried up and went there immediately, only to realize they were closed on Mondays. My mistake, I actually went online to check their schedule, and got into the menu a bit too passionately, that I forgot to actually check their hours. So I went back on Wednesday, and decided to double check that they were actually open this time. Upon walking in, I was a little intimidated to be honest. Everybody looked like a regular, while I walked around like a headless chicken trying to figure out which side of the store to go to. Nick noticed that, and went out of his way from behind the counter to guide me and my wife. He let us know where to go for sandwiches, the butcher, raviolis, etc... Me and my wife got the lasagna dinner with 2 meatballs, and TBC beef ravioli W/ salads. It was love at first bite. This place was better than all the Italian places in San Jose, without a doubt. Yes, I'm talking to you Original Joes and Maggiannos. All throughout our meal, we noticed people chatting with Nick and the rest of the staff as if they were family. Who knows they might be! Nick continued to include us by talking to us and making us feel welcomed. We are fans for life! Great food, great service, what else can you ask for? I just can't believe I never knew about this place after living in San Jose for 30 years.

i use to grab lunch here when i worked around the corner years ago. never thought too much about…read moretheir food but everyone just speaks so highly about this place. after so many years i came back to try their steak sandwich, tri-tip sandwich, meatball sandwich, and beef ravioli with meat sauce. my firsts visit, i ordered the tri-tip sandwich and it was decent. meat was dry and drenched in bbq sauce. i think thats the only flavor you taste. the second time, i got the steak sandwich. their steak sandwich was the blandest sandwich i've ever had. didn't even seem like they threw on salt and pepper. i did not enjoy this whatsoever. i honestly just took the steak out of the sandwich and dipped it in A1 sauce. threw away the bread, lettuce, and tomato because it was all so soggy. it took me a while to return, and when i finally did ... i ordered a meatball sandwich and the beef ravioli with meat sauce. the beef ravioli was ok imo. strange how people are saying it's the best ravioli ever. the meatball sandwich too was ok. i did love the cheese pull when i took the first half to eat. i can see why there are plenty of reviews saying that their food is on the bland side because i definitely agree. it's honestly not worth the cost and yes, everyone there is not the nicest. you'll most likely deal with someone rude there than someone nice. after trying different foods each time, i think ive given them enough chances. no need to go back for ok food and rude service. i'll take my hard earned money elsewhere.