I came here because I wanted to eat Banh Mi for the first time in a while, and I wanted to compare it with Pons Kitchen and Furusato. I ordered the Banh Mi with Nuoc Mam marinated pork and Vietnamese iced coffee set, which was discounted by 30 yen to 1,030 yen. As soon as it was served, a unique aroma rose from the Banh Mi and tickled my nose. There was a faint smell of stink bugs, but it was a different Asian scent. Once I took a bite, I didn't mind it anymore. Inside the bread, there was a yellow paste, which I think was liver paste, and pickled radish and carrots were sandwiched in between. Here, the cucumber was thinly sliced. The pork was definitely marinated with a unique aroma and seasoning. I thought it was quite delicious. As expected from a specialty store, the bread had a good flavor. If it's just the bread, I think it's better than Furusato or Pons Kitchen. Overall, it depends on the filling, so it's hard to say. The prices are in the same range. It seems like it's a matter of personal preference.

On this day, due to various circumstances, dinner was takeout. I decided to visit this Vietnamese restaurant located on the west side of the street near the Nihon Kogakuin Campus in Kamata for something light after having a heavy lunch at Maruyama Shokudo, which opened in front of Zasshoku Station. This chain of 17 stores nationwide, with 6 stores in Tokyo, was founded by the Bui brothers, who are from Vietnam and studied at a university in Japan. The name xin chào means hello. I have been curious about this place since it opened last fall because I love banh mi, but this was my first visit. When I visited after 5 pm, there was only one customer, a delivery service staff member, in the small store with about 10 seats at the counter and tables. All the staff members seemed to be from the same region as him. In addition to banh mi, the menu includes various noodle dishes such as pho, bun, and mi quang, as well as fried chicken, salads, and more. Banh mi comes in about ten varieties, including the most popular grilled meat banh mi. I ordered the second most popular basic banh mi for 680 yen. It took about 10 minutes to make after ordering, and I received it. I took it home immediately and followed the store's recommendation to reheat it in the oven toaster for 3-4 minutes. When I tried it, the crust of the bread was crispy and the crumb was soft and easy to chew, which was nice. The filling included grilled pork, Vietnamese sausage, pickles, cilantro, and more, but strangely, the presence of liver paste was hardly noticeable. Overall, it was reasonably delicious, but in the fiercely competitive world of Vietnamese cuisine in the Kamata area, it may feel a bit lacking. However, it may be too early to draw a conclusion after just one try. I would like to try other banh mi next time.

A hidden gem of a restaurant located just a little off the beaten path in Kamata. The atmosphere inside is lovely. While the menu prominently features Banh Mi, I was in the mood for noodles today. I thought about getting Pho, but then I became intrigued by the menu item called "Beef Stew Bun" and decided to order it. The noodles in the light beef stew soaked up the broth, leaving almost no soup behind. The beef and vegetables, such as potatoes and carrots, were well-cooked and generously portioned, topped with fried onions, cilantro, and green onions. I mixed everything together and enjoyed the combination of beef stew and cilantro. It was really delicious. While waiting for my food, I also had fun browsing through the handmade basket bags they sell in the restaurant.

I found a shop that I was interested in before. There is also a Hon's Kitchen nearby. It seems like a Vietnamese restaurant has opened on the second floor of a mixed-use building. Is it a recent trend? I ordered Michabain Mee and Vietnamese iced coffee with condensed milk. Got a 30 yen discount as a set. It cost a total of 1,070 yen. It seems to have Vietnamese ham and char siu in it. It's very delicious. I might get addicted to the complex flavors of Asia. The crispy French bread is good, and there are plenty of vegetables in it with a nice texture. It's not a simple American hamburger-like taste, but a complex taste that I prefer. I ate Banh Mi two days in a row and I'm convinced that it might become popular in Japan. Let's try different shops' pho and banh mi!

When I see the sign for Banh Mi, I can't help but want to eat it. I tried the Michabanhmi, which is a classic flavor. At first, I wasn't sure about the meat part, but when I ate it with the Vietnamese-style pickles, it was delicious. The meat is in the front, pickles in the back, and everything is topped with cilantro. It would be great if you could get all the flavors in one bite.

The restaurant had a clean and quiet atmosphere, allowing us to relax. The food and Vietnamese coffee were delicious.

Recently, there seems to be an increase in Vietnamese restaurants in the Kamata area. These restaurants are more on the casual or fast food side. While you can dine in, the seating is limited, so it's better to take out. I haven't been to Vietnam, but all the dishes were easy to eat and delicious. I think it would be nice if the sandwiches were served warm. The atmosphere and service were good, so I would like to visit again.

The avocado smoothie is delicious.