Huong Lan Sandwiches ★ 4.5
Huong Lan on Tully Road is a San Jose Vietnamese deli legend open before 05:00, serving large soft baguette banh mi considered a Bay Area gold standard.
Order: Banh mi #1 with pate, head cheese, and cured ham
Why locals love it: Open before dawn for workers and students, Huong Lan has quietly served banh mi since the early 2000s without the long lines of higher-profile competitors nearby.
Tip: The deli case holds roasted duck and BBQ pork belly that sell out fast - arrive before 10:00 for the full selection.