Spiced Mussels Banh Mi

My schedule was jam-packed today, but I still managed to sneak in a cheeky bánh mì from trusty Lokha. My pick for the day was one of their premium options: the Spiced Mussels. According to the menu, it’s a mix of Asian spices with a Mediterranean influence—something you don’t see in your usual bánh mì rotation.

I like to dine in here because the sandwiches come out looking extra grand—piled high and looking impressive (although I do have to shuffle it all back together myself when I’m actually ready to eat it 😂).

The fillings were generous—loads of fresh, crunchy veg, topped with plenty of those spiced, fried mussels. While the mussels were interesting and had a unique flavour, I found them to be a bit over-seasoned for my liking. They were coated in a thick layer of spice, which tasted good at first but quickly became a bit much—if you eat too fast, you might find yourself coughing a bit from all the seasoning. The sandwich itself was still satisfying, but honestly, I think it needed a bit more moisture or sauce to tie it all together.

Still, I like that they are willing to play around with more unique fillings—even if it wasn’t perfect, it was still fun to try.