Nhu Lan - Melbourne

Vietnamese, Bakeries, Restaurants

Nhu Lan

Nhu Lan
4.4 / 5 (3164 reviews)

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Nhu Lan in Footscray is the ultimate destination for authentic and affordable banh mi sandwiches. This bustling spot is a favorite for locals, with a menu that focuses solely on these delicious Vietnamese bread rolls. The bread is described as crunchy yet fluffy, with fillings that are fresh and flavorful. The BBQ pork banh mi is a standout, with a unique and tasty pork that keeps diners coming back for more. The efficient service and no-frills attitude of the staff add to the charm of this popular spot. With a loyal following of customers willing to queue even during COVID times, Nhu Lan's banh mi are clearly a must-try in Melbourne. Whether you're a student on a budget or a foodie looking for an authentic experience, Nhu Lan is the place to be for top-quality banh mi at a great price.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Cazijoe

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★ 4.4 / 5 from 3164 reviews
jessie-tran
30.01.2024

Very good, fresh bread fresh fillings and generous. The only problem is that they touch money with the gloves they use to touch the food. Very unhygienic.

melbfoodiemark-bird6
30.01.2024

Insta: melbfoodie_mark<br/ YT: MelbFoodieMark<br/ Check them out for more food reviews in Melbourne!<br/ <br/ Grabbing Banh Mi at Nhu Lan after copping some Cannolis from T Cavallaro next door is a validated one two combo in Footscray. You just can 't go wrong with that.<br/ <br/ You know it 's real when you see a queue of Asians waiting outside to grab a banh mi DURING COVID. They are literally risking their lives just to have some sandwiches. Mad respect. Glad to see some like minded people who got their priorities straight.<br/ <br/ Oh and their run down menu. Just pure alpha, asserting its dominance. Got nothing else on it but Banh Mi. 'This is what we have. If you don 't like it, screw off ' type of confidence. I like that No frills, No BS, No distractions. Just keeping it classic. For $5.5 Banh Mi, you really shouldn 't expect service. Low key I enjoyed the indifferent dispassionate attitude of the ladies working there because you know they 've been working all day pumping out these delicious bad boys.<br/ <br/ I ended up grabbing their BBQ Pork Rolls because that just looked most authentic. Now, I am not Vietnamese and haven 't had enough Banh Mis to tell you what 's good or bad but here are some notable pointers. (1) Bread was crunchy but also fluffy inside. Banh Mis I had elsewhere always scraped against my palate but not this one. (2) Their BBQ Pork tasted very different in a good way. Maybe it was slightly cured? I don 't know but I am assuming that 's how the authentic BBQ Pork roll 's supposed to taste like. Definitely wish I grabbed more than one as I devoured it as soon as I got inside the car. You know I 'll be back soon enough.

anna-thai
30.01.2024

Banh mi are very fantastic and super yummy. The best bakery in Melbourne, fresh, good quality abnd authentic Vietnamese but still good prices. I love the taste of bread

cazijoe
30.01.2024

Consistent and delicious! Always will go back here.

m3lissa-4
30.01.2024

The place to be when you’re after a banh mi in Footscray! This place is usually busy and they have amazing banh mi available. The bbq pork and tofu banh mi are my favourites<br/ <br/ Made fresh to order and they also have bread rolls for sale. Love how its always fresh when i get them.

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At 230, you'll find the stop Footscray Train Station, from which you also have access to the municipal transportation.

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