What to order at Banh Mi Tres Bon

Must order
Classic dac biet banh mi with house pate and cold cuts, the city's reference banh mi.
The dish to know
Vietnamese banh mi
Editor tip
Cash only; arrive before 12:00 for the freshest baguettes. The pate special is gone by 13:30.
CuisineVietnamese
Price$
Neighborhoodpunjabi-market
HoursDaily 09:00-19:00
The dishVietnamese banh mi
PaymentCash only
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Must order: Classic dac biet banh mi with house pate and cold cuts, the city's reference banh mi.

Tip: Cash only; arrive before 12:00 for the freshest baguettes. The pate special is gone by 13:30.

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Address: 3373 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5R 5L4

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