Banh Mi That's Worth the Wait

There are plenty of banh mi places around the city, but this Inner Richmond spot is one of the best. The sandwiches ($4-$6), made on house-baked rolls - including whole wheat - feature the usual meats, or pork belly or crispy duck, along with the traditional crunchy/spicy accompaniments and Vietnamese coleslaw.

The latest entrant is Café Bunn Mi, a quick-service Inner Richmond Vietnamese cafe that sets itself from the fray with a wide array of gourmet banh mis, handwritten daily on a chalkboard menu in a clean-well lighted, brightly painted storefront (replete with free WiFi); other Saigon staples, such as pho, rice dishes, three types of fries and exotically flavored drinks (including mojito-style lemonade and durian shakes), round out the offerings.