Banh Mi Crunch
646 Irving St, San Francisco, CA
Crema's Take
“This tiny eight-seat San Francisco gem specializes in banh mi that keeps people coming back multiple times during week-long visits, with a perfectly balanced bread that's crispy outside and pillowy within, paired with genuinely fresh vegetables. The owner's warmth matches the quality of the food—reviewers rave about his attentiveness, from anticipating when you're cold to timing your takeout order impeccably. It's the kind of intimate, no-frills spot where you'll find yourself ordering three sandwiches at a time and sharing them picnic-style at nearby parks.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Solid spot for delicious banh mi. The kind gentleman closed the door because he saw I was cold. Very clean restaurant. Seats about 8 inside along the wall and window. I will def be back to try everything else. Crunch Combo ($11.95) - Crispy outside and soft bread inside. Not…
This is the bahn mi you're looking for. We were in SF for 7 days and we ate here 3 times. The bread is lightly crispy on the outside (not sharp or hard) and soft on the inside, the vegetables are fresh, the meat is well-seasoned, and the sauce is balanced and delicious. This…
I tried the Banh Mi Crunch and enjoyed it overall. Flavors were solid, and the chicken had a firmer, jerky‑like texture—unique, though not for everyone. Portion size and presentation met expectations. Service was friendly, and the casual counter‑style seating made for a relaxed…
Ordered Crunch Combo and Lemongrass beef sandwiches. Cut them in half and shared half a sandwich each with a friend at Marina Green. Crunch has a thin veneer of delicious pate on the bottom bread. Bread was crispy on top and soft throughout which was easy to chew. Sometimes…
Delicious sandwich, quick service. Ordered 3 Banh Mi and fries on phone. Walked 15 minutes to restaurant and the nice gentleman that works there was just walking out of kitchen with my order when I arrived. Perfect timing. The beef sandwich was my favorite, followed by combo,…
Crema Reviews
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