Banh Mi Ba Le

I only eat #2 here. Huge portion, taste better than other shop in Oakland, good price when paying cash. However there are some Downsides: 1) the neighbourhood is scary, lots of trash & homeless problems in the back streets. In front of the shop is filled with garbage & dirty. This location is worst for parking as well. Watch out for your cars. 2) the male cashier (owner) is rude & looks down on customers.

Bánh Mì Ba Le is a must-visit spot for anyone craving an authentic and delicious Vietnamese sandwich experience. Located in the heart of the city, this casual eatery has earned a reputation for serving some of the best bánh mì in town. The sandwiches are packed with fresh, flavorful ingredients, from the perfectly crispy baguette to the savory meats like grilled pork, chicken, and even tofu for a vegetarian option. One of the highlights of Bánh Mì Ba Le is the balance of textures and flavors — crunchy pickled vegetables, fresh cilantro, and a kick of spicy chili sauce all come together in each bite. The meats are well-seasoned and juicy, making each sandwich satisfying and filling. The service is quick and friendly, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality of food you get. If you're a fan of Vietnamese cuisine or just looking for a tasty lunch, Bánh Mì Ba Le is a top choice!

Place is only open Fri-Sun and honestly their banh mi bread is never crunchy anymore. It’s like they barely bother to toast it. Or it’s soggy from the filling. I don’t know what’s up. This used to be good. I like many of their offerings including the boxed meals. They have cold traditional drinks in the many fridges. Downside: not a good area at all and you might get propositioned by the ladies outside. Lots of illegal dumping and lack of care in this area. It’s very sad.

So yummy. The baguette is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The ham and had cheese are yummy. What else can I say?

I came early in the morning at 7:30am after work no customer then when customer come i feel like they start to rush my order for my sandwich's ... Maybe because i was eating my eggroll, when my egg rolls and soy milks that came first and didn't pack it in the plastic bag for me he gave me plastic for me separately ...Between the egg roll didn't taste so good compare to Cam huong restaurant near on international and 7th ave...The cashier man that walk not normal looks at me so judgmental because he looking at me up and down... Anyway parking lot is horrible not so smooth in the back...No respect, no business... Especially you only open three days... Stay humble...Customer is number 1 not your cash!