Nhu Lan Bakery
Yosef Montgomery · 300 Google reviewsNhu Lan Bakery — high-caliber vietnamese in Lincoln Square. Order the banh mi. No frills and no gimmicks, just a solid honest room. Priced right, solid veggie options. "The bread is always fresh and perfectly crisp, and the fillings are flavorful and generous" — Ahmed bellalem [$]
What 607 diners keep saying
What 607 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“I recently had the opportunity to try this delicious establishment with my gf and I fell in love instantly. Since I don't eat pork I normally don't get a chance to try Bahn mi's. But here they have chicken options so I was in luck. I have tried both the curry chicken and the lemon grass chicken and they are so delicious. The sandwhiches are so crunchy, and the veggies are always fresh and crisp which compliments the warm chicken very well. If you never been, I suggest given them a try asap!”
“Really good banh mi under $10, can’t go wrong with that. Went with the curry chicken but I’m sure the others are good too.”
“This is the best Vietnamese on the go food. Price 5 stars, food 5 stars and service 5 stars!!!!!!”
“I’ve ordered from Nhu Lan for 10+ years and today, it just didn’t hit like it has in the past. Today, I ordered delivery. Maybe it’s because it’s a holiday? I dunno. My sugarcane shrimp bahn mi was flat on flavor. The shrimp spring rolls looked like they’d been opened. There were 2 anorexic, skinny and sparse rolls in the container. For $4.25 for the 2, I don’t expect a feast, but I do expect the Saran Wrap to be sealed. The pork bun was ice cold. In the past, the been served warm. The lemongrass vegan bahn mi was the unsung hero of the order, per usual. I was very disappointed this order. I’ll go back to another location next time. I’ll avoid a holiday and walk in myself, as opposed to using a delivery service.”
“Unbeatable all around. Great, fresh and delicious food made with care. Always kind and personable people behind the counter answering any questions you may have. And the price point is unheard of in today's crazy economy! Such a neighborhood gem.”
“The PHO is fire, GET IT, GET IT, GET IT, GET IT, GET IT, GET IT,!”
“The lemongrass banh mi and curry chicken is my favorite. You can’t go wrong with any type this is my go to banh mi spot in the city.”
“the lemongrass tofu banh mi is phenomenal, best banh mi of my life”
“Always my Togo sandwich, I have some day want to eat vegan options. This place is the best answer with vegan bbq sandwiches, lemongrass tofu sandwiches. Also the best vitnum coffee”
“Nhu Lan Bakery is amazing! The banh mi is always fresh and full of flavor, and everything feels homemade and authentic. The staff are super friendly, and the whole place has such a welcoming vibe. I love stopping by here — it’s easily one of my favorite spots in Chicago for a quick, delicious lunch.”
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