Banh Mi XO — Restaurant in Seattle

New Banh Mi joint in West Seattle that's only been open for two weeks and already they're off to a amazing start!

Typically when I see shops like this open up there's definitely some operational kinks they have to work out. You know what? I can't tell. Ordered Milk Tea with boba and a Grilled Pork Banh Mi.

Wow!

Have to say, if they weren't primarily banh mi sandwiches, I think they could corner that market. Seriously. Happy Lemon in Westwood? Their franchise quality is definitely not there. Same with Sharetea. The boba here was made perfectly and the tea is not from powder. Owner said if they have time they may expand on flavors.

Grilled Pork Banh Mi I've noticed from other places are sometimes dry. Banh Mi XO? Perfectly seasoned and juicy. You might be thinking, what the heo? I usually pay $5 for a banh mi. Jeez big guy, these folks needa make rent. It's a good price here versus paying $20 for a sandwich at The Birdhouse because you forgot you ordered it with avocados.

I would definitely go back. They're also open next to the West Seattle Fish House so if you're hungry check that out too and give them some love.

Would...

I grown up eating these banh mi thit nuongs (grilled pork) and I make them myself from time to time. These seemed rushed. Maybe because they just opened, maybe because they are training staff.

The people seemed nice, although not much interaction as you just order on a screen and wait for your number.

First, they are twice as expensive as the amazing seattle staples at seattle deli or even down the street (I won’t say where, that’s not nice). The meat seemed to be marinated in a hoisin/teriyaki type sauce that was oozing out the sandwich. There was no butter on French bread, there were supposed to be jalapeños and cilantro and daikon but there was much or any.

I’ll try XO one more time in a month or so. Maybe things will level out. If not, there are too many good Vietnamese...

Absolutely delicious and inexpensive, I'm extremely glad they're part of the neighborhood now. We tried all three of the meat sandwiches (jambon etc, grilled pork, grilled chicken) and they were absolutely fantastic, packed with serious flavor and ingredients. The bread was great, crusty without being tough. Will try the tofu one and the salads another time. I think something is lost when you have only electronic menus inside, but I get that it can sometimes streamline the process for the kitchen. And as a small aside, they did put jalapenos on our orders requested without them, but it wasn't a big deal, especially since there were only a few. Maybe another problem with the electronic menus? But! Really looking forward to having many...