Growing up, Huong Lan was a staple for me, so it's been amazing to see them continue to thrive…read moreafter all these years. While most people know them for their famous bánh mì sandwiches, I don't think their hot food gets nearly enough attention and that's a shame because it's absolutely worth the visit. My go to order is the broken rice combination plate. It comes loaded with a pork chop, egg meatloaf (chả trứng), shredded pork, fresh salad, pickled vegetables, and a side of soup. The pork chop is always tender and flavorful, and the portions are incredibly generous for the price. Every component of the plate feels thoughtfully prepared, making it a satisfying and well-balanced meal. Beyond the food, the service has always been friendly and efficient. Even during busy times, the staff keeps things moving while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere. The value here is hard to beat, especially considering the quality and portion sizes. Huong Lan is one of those true hole-in-the-wall gems that many people overlook. If you've only stopped by for a sandwich, you're missing out on some of their best offerings. For anyone looking for authentic Vietnamese comfort food at a reasonable price, this place is an easy recommendation. I'll definitely keep coming back for that broken rice plate. Highly recommended!

I've frequented Huong Lan (this location on Stockton Blvd near Florin) for over 25 years, because…read moremy son was younger than 10 when I first brought him there and he turned 35 a few months ago. I stopped going there about a year ago and was getting my son his banh mi across the street at Duc Huong. Well, the line at Duc Huong was soooo long today and I hadn't eaten anything all day and it was probably almost 1pm by that point. We went to the Filipino Fiesta of Sacramento this AM to watch the live entertainment but I didn't want to wait in line for any of the trucks. I got one bánh giầy - $2.75; two fried spring rolls - the ones fried in rice paper - $.95/each; one regular egg roll - traditional kind filled with cabbage and pork - $1.50; and, for my son, a bbq pork bánh mì - no butter, extra onion - $5.75. I know the coffee drinks there are too sweet for me so we headed to the Starbucks down the street for me to get my drink there so I could sweeten with Stevia. I liked everything except for the regular egg roll. The filling was very salty. The bread for the sandwich was a great texture (from what I sampled) and the filling was ample. My son seemed to like it. Huong Lan's is the only place I know that puts onion in the sandwich. I liked the simplicity of the one bánh giầy. It's just mochi and pork. Mini-sammich with the fried rice paper spring rolls is a nice combo of taste and textures. :) Duc Huong was my first choice because I like the bread and they really are generous with the filling - so the price is ok considering - but in a pinch Huong Lan works.

Specialty grocery store and deli with very decent prices. You can find all things Italian as well…read moreas exotic mushrooms here. The deli sandwiches is where it's at though, and there's always a long line. The sandwiches are so loaded! You get the order sheet to the left side of the deli and put your form in the basket. Then walk around the store and pick up delicious cheeses, charcuterie meats, snacks, and fresh pasta. Their ravioli is pretty famous and reminds me of an upgraded version of the nostalgic soft, square beef raviolis that I grew up eating. If you don't want to commit to the entire box of take-home ravioli, you can buy it by smaller tubs from the deli. After 20-30 mins, your sandwich should be ready for pickup. The workers there are so friendly and provide great service. They genuinely seem to like their jobs. We got one guy helping us out from one end of the deli to the other end and he was so patient and happy the entire time. There was a sweet lady handing out cheese samples as well. Everything I tried was so delicious. I especially loved how thin they slice the charcuterie meats where they are translucent when held up to the light. Can't wait to go back for their fresh pastas and homemade sauces.

First time here. The grocery store itself felt average. But the sandwich was amazing. Price…read morecannot be beat! I got a pastrami on Dutch. Definitely will be going here if I'm in the area.

Jacob had great customer service. He was really friendly, patient, and made sure everything went…read moresmoothly. He answered questions clearly and had a positive attitude the whole time. You can tell he cares about helping customers and making them feel welcome. Overall, it was a really good experience because of him.

First time visiting Mendocino Farms, second time enjoying their food from the Midtown location…read more(which was brought into a lunch meeting a while back). What a bright, fun, airy space in the Ice Blocks! This place was hopping early in the lunchtime hour. Seemed like a mix between eat-in, to-go and pick-up orders. Fast, friendly service and great food. What more can you ask for? I enjoyed their Baja Green Goddess salad with Impossible chorizo (even though I eat meat) and picked up a vegan banh mi and seasonal BLT for some friends. All were tasty and nicely packed to-go. I look forward to returning to try more things and their different locations.

When I'm in sac and craving for banh mi chao, I have to come here! I love the flavor and the meat…read moreis tender. The sauce pairs so well with the baguette and I love dipped the bread in the runny egg yolk. There's usually a wait here so make sure to use Yelp waitlist to check how long the wait is! We also tried bánh xèo for the first time. It was crispy and delicious with the toppings and sauce that comes with it!

Came here in a party of 3 on a Saturday morning. There was a tablet for the waitlist, but we were…read moreseated immediately. Ordered: - green thai tea: not too sweet! - coconut coffee: very thick and filling, more like a dessert than something you drink on the side - banh mi chao: yum, meatball was my fav, beef could be more tender though - banh khot: standard, could be crispier though - shaking beef: loved the rice that came with it and was a good portion Overall, food and service was quick. Wasn't too busy on a Saturday morning, so it was easy to get staff attention if we needed anything. Very casual and you pay at the front, great prices too.

I took a day trip to Sacramento last month and I have not stopped thinking about this place. I…read moreordered a veggie sandwich with the Dutch crunch bread. The employee had told me that he thought it was the best sandwich he's ever made and was not wrong. I tore it the hell up. It was really cool to see a shop in such a unique building, and the inside was quiet and peaceful. Great place to grab a sandwich and walk around the lovely area. Can't wait to be back :)

The Sandwich Spot is a stable in midtown and such a gem. I love the Hornet and highly recommend it…read morefor any of my chicken and pesto lovers out there. My to-go order is the Hornet on a Dutch crunch roll with everything on it except mustard. Make it a combo with chips and a drink, and you'll have an incredible lunch. The ambiance is different from other sandwich spots in midtown. The chairs and tables are older and worn, and it's small inside, but it's also inside an old house that was converted into a restaurant. That alone makes this place unique. People hang out inside or outside with friends and enjoy the vibes. There's a real sense of community that the Sandwich Spot brings along with uniquely crafted sandwiches. All of the sandwiches are named after people or landmarks in Sacramento. The staff are all friendly, knowledgeable about the menu and will help you with recommendations if you're not sure which sandwich to get. It honestly feels like you're in the company of good friends. The staff joke around and seem to enjoy their job and working together. You won't be disappointed by trying the Sandwich Spot during your next lunch break or on the weekend, hanging out with a friend.

Super friendly staff in the front --specifically Joon. Additionally, good food and nice environment!read more

Jasmine provided amazing service and was kind enough to help me out for my choices. Being my first…read moretime it was a bit overwhelming with all the options but she was able to guide me through the best choices.

An institution here in Sacramento. If you're just looking for a good sandwich, here it is. Beware,…read morethey do take a bit to prepare so order online if you don't want to wait. And take plenty of napkins because this is not a clean nor mobile food. My go-to for the last decade is the Hot Blonde. So much fun ordering that one. It is really delicious though. Perfectly cooked chicken with sauces, cucumbers, cheese, on delicious bread. There aren't many places to sit inside but the staff is hardworking and work hard in pushing out orders. Not much of a theme inside other than brewery-male man cave, haha. I'm not here for the vibes, just the sandwich please!

Nope. Worst Rueben I've ever eaten. Pastrami was fatty mess…read more Potato salad was blech. 23 three bucks in the trash. Thanks for taking my money. Second star for the good marble rye..

Food was ok. Service was great!…read moreWalnut shrimps were butterfly so not my cup of tea. Vermicelli bowl could had more veggies (veggies were on bottom of bowl). Orange chicken had too much batter and not crispy enough. Pho was good with lots of proteins. Crepe was crispy on outside but inside was still soggy with flour texture and too much bean sprouts. Need more veggies on the side for this size of a crepe Prices were decent n portions were great.

This restaurant has been here for the longest I can remember. This place is super tiny, run down…read more The staff are semi friendly unless you know how to speak their language then they're super nice and will serve you your food quicker (from what I noticed and my experience). There are flies flying everywhere. The food used to be good but now it's mid. The waiters doesn't check up if you're doing good either or ask to refill your water. I asked for a to-go box, the guy in the red seemed like he was going to get it for me when he said yes, he never came back and acted like our interaction never happened. The spring rolls are mid, the peanut sauce is ok not as flavorful. The fried rice tastes ok too. Their eggrolls are super good and crunchy tho. I ordered the vermicelli noodles, it was also mid. I used to love coming here but I probably won't come here anymore.