Our journey into Banh Mi Huynh Hoa’s realm began with the first episode of Luke Nguyen’s captivating series, “Street Food Asia.” As soon as we saw it, we knew we had to go and scrap!
Banh Mi Huynh Hoa boasts an abundance of fillings, a true feast for the senses. While we relished the lavishness of this creation, our preference leaned towards banh mi with fewer components.
As a Saigon sensation for banh mi enthusiasts, arriving early is advisable to bypass the queues. Fear not, though – a well-orchestrated assembly line of banh mi artisans ensures a swift-moving line.
Adding intrigue to the tale, Banh Mi Huynh Hoa goes by another name – Banh Mi O Moi – a moniker that translates playfully to “lesbian banh mi.” The establishment was founded over three decades ago by a pioneering lesbian couple who initially formed an all-lesbian crew to run the show.
Interestingly, locals tend to recognize it more by its alter ego, Banh Mi O Moi. So, if you find yourself adrift searching for this culinary haven, inquire about “Banh Mi O Moi.”
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Address: 26 Lê Thị Riêng, P, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam
Operating Hours: 6 AM – 10 PM Daily
Must-Try: Banh Mi
Price: VND 35,000 per Banh Mi
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