A curated list of Toronto's standout banh mi spots worth seeking out
From a Chinatown shop with house pâté to a maximalist Yonge and Dundas takeout, here's where to find the best banh mi across the city.
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Banh mi — that savoury blend of French and Vietnamese ingredients — hits with a punch of umami followed by a refreshing whisper of vegetal tang. The best versions in Toronto layer house pâté, pickles, marinated meat, and fresh herbs into sub sandwiches that justify seeking them out across the city.
In Chinatown, a simple formula of house pâté, pickles, marinated meat and fresh herbs delivers sandwiches that land hard and clean. The space is comfy and modern, though prices creep a little higher than you might expect — a tradeoff for the quality and atmosphere.
At the bright and modern Yonge and Dundas takeout spot, just-baked bread and cheffy banh mi combinations draw crowds craving something beyond the classics. The creations lean toward maximalism — piled high with roasted, grilled or cured meats, briny veg, sticky sauces and satiny-smooth pâté that ties every element together.
In Scarborough, dine-in at a sister spot to Pho Metro where the menu may not surprise on first glance but the flavours deliver. The restaurant proves the team's skill in bringing authentic Vietnamese taste to the GTA. Though the menu sticks to classic combinations, this is where the fireworks hide.
Good to know
What kind of banh mi does the Chinatown spot make?
The Chinatown banh mi shop layers house pâté, pickles, marinated meat, and fresh herbs into sandwiches. The space is comfy and modern, though prices run a bit higher than expected.
What's the banh mi like at the Yonge and Dundas location?
The Yonge and Dundas takeout spot serves just-baked bread with cheffy banh mi combinations piled high with roasted, grilled or cured meats, briny vegetables, sticky sauces, and pâté.
