Banh Mi Ba Le

I've been coming here for years and can say they have the best banh mi in the North Bay. They used to be open more days, but became so popular that they only open Friday-Sunday now. Well deserved to the owners!Note: this isn't in a great area so I would be cautious. They have a parking lot behind their store which can be crowded. On to the banh mi's, my go to here is the #5 meatball, #2 special combo ham sandwich, and their banh cuon (rice rolls with pork, mushrooms). The banh cuon isn't on the menu but made fresh to order. The meatball isn't like other places I've tried and it's ground pork that's flavorful and peppery. There is usually a line here so be prepared for a bit of a wait. If you're lucky, you can reach them by calling ahead to place your order. Bring cash to avoid the credit card fee! You can't go wrong with anything here.

My favorite banh mi place in the bay area! I absolutely hate waiting in lines but this place is definitely worth it. They're only open 3 days a week- friday to sunday but its definitely worth coming out. I always end up getting a bunch of sandwiches because they have over 20 different sandwiches!I always love getting the #2 which is the special cold cut sandwich.The grilled pork- #20 is also really good. Lots of people waiting usually either for their sandwiches or in the line. The workers are always nice and fast.

GREAT BANH MI. Coming from a viet dominated area, I can say that this place is among my favorite places.The only things that I can complain about are where this is located and that there's an ungodly amount of meat ( which I feel like makes the sandwich unbearable sometimes )But everything else is great, including the other packaged foods that they have ready.

Tried #2 special combo and it definitely ranked top on my banh mi shop list. The size/length may not be as big as some others, but the inside is stacked FULL. For ~6 dollars, this for sure is worth the price and personally enough for me to drive to Oakland. -a star because there will be a bit of wait and it is not a quick easy place to grab & go. The parking and neighborhood is also a little sus.

Where is the rest of the food? We paid full price. Call them and no answered. I drive from san francisco to oakland.

(5 out of 5)I've been waiting to try this place out... heard so many great things about it and I'm super disappointed in myself that I'd isn't come earlier... the service isn't anything special cool people and not rude by any means.. ambiance is cool, I love the town, super full inside, saw someone leave with over 15 sandwiches, and I see why... only 6.10$ each!?!?! Great price. And no I'm not sayin that this place is a 5/5 because for the price the food is good. Even if the food was more expensive it would still be worth it, I got the grilled pork (#8) they were out of lemongrass but next time I'll get the grilled pork and lemongrass (#20) but anyways, if you're reading this you've gotta come give this place a chance! And when you come tell them Rothyy sent you!

Great sandwiches, but an extremely sketchy neighborhood keep them from a five Long line of almost all Asian people.Jackfruit shake with just a little sugar was good.

This place has the best Banh Mi's in the Bay Area. Yes the location is not ideal, expect to be in the sketch of Oakland, but it is ALWAYS worth it for this Banh Mi. My husband and I's go to is the #13 meatball and it is mouth drooling. They don't make the meatball sandwich anywhere like this is the bay and it's truly one of a kind.

Ordered:$6.60 - No. 17 Bacon with Pâte and Pork Cake SandwichThis is my first time ordering Banh Mi in Oakland. So, we didn't know the hours that they closed or when they ran out of bread. I ordered the No. 17 Bacon with Pâte and Pork Cake Sandwich for $6.60, and it was good. The bread was ok. Make sure you come here with friends or family. Tina's Hot Tips: Come early or else they'll run out of bread.

Wow, this is my new fav banh mi spot! We are new to Alameda. Tried Banh mi in two spots in Alameda and it was less than mediocre. Tried this spot for the first and I was surprised how amazing it was! Looks like a hole-in-the-wall kinda restaurant but no complaints from us! #18 was soooo good! Will be back!