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16 of the Greatest Banh Mi Sandwiches in Philly

The banh mi sandwich, like pho, is an icon. A byproduct of French colonialism in Vietnam, it’s basically the Vietnamese version of a baguette sandwich […]

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Philly Is Trying to Save a Beloved Vietnamese Bakery From Demolition

Supporters have launched a campaign to stop the demolition of a South Philly shopping center, home to beloved Vietnamese bakery, which is slated for sale, demolition, […]

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Lê From Hop Sing Laundromat’s Upcoming Banh Mi Shop Is Called …

Back in January, we told you about the “North Korean” banh mi spot that enigmatic Hop Sing Laundromat proprietor Lê has in the works. Though we still […]

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Lê From Hop Sing Laundromat Is Opening a “North Korean” Banh Mi Shop

Lê told me that his new banh mi shop is “going to be the greatest North Korean sandwich shop in the world.” He told me himself. And […]

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Vegetarian Food Cart Kung Fu Hoagies to Close After Eight Years

Kung Fu Hoagies, a food cart offering vegetarian and vegan takes on traditional Vietnamese dishes, will close next month after eight years in business. “Due […]

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First Look: Stock Rittenhouse

The long-awaited Stock Rittenhouse opens at 5 p.m. today at 1935 Chestnut Street. Chef-owner Tyler Akin and his crew have streamlined the former WokWorks space, […]

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Center City Banh Mi and Rotisserie, Rotisseur Closes

Rotisseur, Center City’s rotisserie chicken spot on 21st Street near Chestnut has closed after five years in business. Owner Aaron Matzkin posted a note on […]

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Banh Mi and Bottles Brings Vietnamese Street Food to South Street

Ever hear of a Vietnamese Taphouse? Well there’s one coming to South Street. Tuan Phung is bringing Vietnamese street food and over 200 different bottles of craft […]

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Best Sandwiches in Philadelphia

The Washington Post acknowledged it yesterday and we’ve known it practically from the crib. Philadelphians know good sandwiches. And here are the Best of Philly […]

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Stock Adds Lunch Service

Due to popular demand for their pho-king delicious food, Stock, the charming Fishtown BYO well known for its pho is now serving lunch on Mondays, […]

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Rotisseur Adds Sunday Hours

After more than two-and-a-half years Rotisseur is going to be open seven days a week. The rotisserie chicken and banh mi haven will now be […]

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Bo Ssam Banh Mi Debuts Today at Rotisseur

Rotisseur is rolling out a new sandwich today. The Bo Ssam Banh Mi includes slow roasted, all natural, Duroc pork shoulder, Dijon slaw, pickled pineapple, […]

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Pork Belly Banh Mi Tasting Happening at Rotisseur

Rotisseur, our favorite rotisserie chicken joint is experimenting with pork belly today. Through 6 p.m. today the 21st Street shop is previewing its pork belly […]

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Rotisseur Adds Lunch

Rotisseur, the rotisserie chicken spot on 21st Street near Chestnut has added lunch and a couple of new sandwiches. Pictured above is the chicken banh […]

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Around the Web: Tyson Bees Edition

Tyson Bees’ super-slick-looking truck has been on the streets for a couple of months now and bloggers and food writers are taking note. Lari Robling […]