Barbecue Chicken Banh Mi

Today, for some reason, I really felt like a bánh mì—so I headed up the street to Carter’s Pork Rolls, which I’d heard great things about (they’ve got 4.9 stars on Google... that’s gotta mean something).

And while a lot of bánh mì can taste pretty similar, this one actually wowed me. The barbecue chicken—which I wasn’t even planning to order—looked so good in the glass display that I couldn’t resist. It was coated in a sweet, sticky glaze, incredibly tender, and just so yummy.

The pickled carrots also stood out—super crunchy and noticeably better than most I’ve had. Everything came together really well: fresh, balanced, and packed with flavour.

At $10, it’s excellent value considering the quality and generous filling. And the staff were super friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better.

Bánh mì–wise, I’d even say they’re one of the best in town. I honestly can’t believe they’re so close and I’ve been sitting on it for so long. I’ve heard great things about their crispy pork, so I’ll definitely be back soon to give that a go.