Cafe Cuong
811 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19147
Cafe Cuong Menu
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Hoagies
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French Coffee
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Hoagies
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French Coffee
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Address :
811 S 8th St
Philadelphia, PA, 19147 - Phone (215) 574-0527
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
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(5)Linda N.
BANH MI THIT NGUOI: FOUR STARS I believe Cafe Cuong makes the best banh mi in Philly so far. I've tried QT's and Ba Le, among other places and haven't quite enjoyed the banh mis much after the fifth or sixth visit. The boyfriend and I have had the banh mi thit nguoi here and it has been consistently delicious each time. My boyfriend is even totally tempted to 'buy 10, get 1 free,' the deal that Cafe Cuong offers. Also, I suggest fellow Yelpers to call ahead and order - that way, you don't have to wait, but more importantly to make sure they're open (as they were closed at random days and times a few months ago).
(4)Jessie H.
One of the best banh mi places in philly!!!! Located near south street, banh mi is super authentic!! $4.00 for a regular one. LOVE IT!
(5)Vanna T.
3.5 stars: tried the chicken ban mi. The chicken was very well seasoned but they add soy sauce to the bread which makes the sandwich taste very salty. They also do not add any butter (or a lack of)...which is something I prefer on my sandwiches...and they don't have the the pickled veggies which is something that I must have. Will give the other dishes a try in the future.
(3)Matt S.
I have been going here for nearly 15 years. I have to say as for consistency, this place will have your sandwich the same way almost every time. Their baguettes are the best in the city. The banh mi dac biet is what you are looking for here, it is always my to-go spot when I want a banh mi. I have tried many other spots and sometimes its good, but sometimes it a hit or miss. This place has been here since the 80's, and for damn good reason.
(5)Jo L.
My favorite place for Vietnamese hoagies! And the owners here are super nice. There are a few different types of haogies you can get or you can get the spread and meat individually and make them yourself at home! And if you buy 10 you get 1 free. Oh, there is also a cat walking around some times.
(5)John F.
Not sure why I didn't know this place existed. Really delicious and crazy inexpensive. We had a chicken hoagie and a shredded pork hoagie. The chicken was absolutely delicious, and the shredded pork was very good. Will need to get back and continue to work through the [short] menu.
(4)Jenn W.
Heard this place had great .ban min, so after brunch my brunch buddy & I searched for it!!! Simple & small menu, its tiny with couple tables. I ordered 2 & lady made them to order!! I ended giving 1/2 to her since she never had one!! Yum!!! Return factor: Absolutely!! Can't wait- they bread & everything just so much elevated!!!!
(5)Caroline C.
I was in the mood for a Banh Mi and since this was closer to where I was than QT's, I decided to give this place a try. I am glad I did because they make a GOOD banh mi!! It is cheaper than QT's and easier to find parking in this area. Unfortunately it isn't centrally located in Chinatown, but it was well worth the trip! It also tasted great even later for leftovers! The man who helped me was also super nice! They have a few tables to sit and eat, and it's not fancy, but you can sit there and enjoy your sandwich if you like.
(5)Cuong T.
cash only!
(5)Sara N.
You know you're eating in a bad Vietnamese establishment, when there is no comfortable seating with clean tables, customer service is nonexistent as the entire staff is in the kitchen squabbling about their sons' MCAT scores, and the banh mi is poorly thrown together, with the greens carelessly topped on a stale, crumbly baguette with dry white chicken.
(2)John C.
Nice small little shop. I always come here for Vietnamese hoagies. Best tasting. Worth my 30 miles drive.
(5)Cong C.
Best banh mi in Philly! I've been coming here since I was little, almost 15 years. Chicken is my favorite but I also like the Bi and Thit Nguoi
(5)Angie K.
I've been on this banh mi kick lately, having tried 3 different kinds in the span of a few hours. Their banh mi dac biet is decent. Decent meat, veggies, and pate. The pate did become overwheming after a few bites though. The bread was tasty and fresh. Legit hole-in-the-wall, no frills, banh mi-only place. There are only 2 tables here, and it's cash only. They did have the football game on, though. No BBQ-anything banh mi for those that only eat that.
(3)Julie N.
Banh Mi Dac Biet. That's all you really need to know. Oh, and maybe Cafe Sua Da. ;) (Been coming to Cafe Cuong for years. Years as in since I was a wee little girl. Definitely one of the best banh mi's I've ever had.)
(5)Thuy C.
I've always ordered my banh mi thit nguoi from Cafe Cuong. They always come out with toasty baguettes with the right amount of lunch meat, pate and butter every single time. I always ask for the pickled vegetables and fresh vegetables to be separate since I usually order about 10 sandwiches to bring back to Jersey. My go to banh mi in Philadelphia is definitely Cafe Cuong.
(3)Jing G.
I've been here but never ate anything here, since they don't have a vegetarian banh mi. Still, the BF likes it here just fine and so do my Viet friends who sometimes drive from New Jersey to get some. Guess that says something! I always end up going next door to Café NhuY though, since they do have vegetarian ones. Once, the boyfriend got some from NhuY and some from Saigon and said that he liked NhuY's better. But maybe he was trying to humor me so we could just make 1 stop instead of two, although they're right next to each other.
(3)Michelle T.
This place is a no-frills place. I mean, honestly, you're better off with taking your banh mi to go instead of eating it there. There are 2 tables, but one of them is usually taken up by a family friend who's there hanging out. If you're going to order anything, definitely order the Banh Mi Dac Biet (deluxe Vietnamese hoagie). Cafe Cuong has the best one in Philly; this statement comes from many Vietnamese friends. I do have to admit that there isn't a strong consistency on the amount of ingredients on a Banh Mi Dac Biet, but I have never questioned the quality of the ingredients. I have also now gone there enough times where the owners recognize me. My Banh Mi Dac Biet is stuffed with meats and veggies. And yes, this place is cash only. PS - Another sign that this place is known for its Banh Mi's. I see many Vietnamese-speaking customers mass order (anywhere from 20-50 of these).
(5)Dave H.
Cafe Cuong turns out a mean Vietnamese sandwich. I discovered Cafe Cuong through Viviane T. and other friends. They're off the beaten path, and quite possibly the smallest sandwichery ever. Come here for take out, not to sit. My friend and I shared a regular Vietnamese sandwich (banh mi thit nguoi) for a reasonable $3.25 (cash only, last I checked). In addition, we had a deluxe (banh mi dac biet), for $3.75. The banh mi's bread was nicely toasted, crisp and yielding. Biting into it, I found the mayo a bit of a surprise. The cook wasn't stingy with meat, and we had a healthy amount of pickled carrots, cucumber, and cilantro (my favorite) packed in - if only there were more peppers in my sandwich! It's easy to take down two or three sandwiches in a sitting, so take advantage of Cafe Cuong's "buy 10, get 1 free" deal. I left full and happy, with phantom banh mi dancing above my head for hours.
(5)Darlene S.
This is the banh mi I grew up eating for the past 10 years. They also have a daily special which is buy 10, get 1 free. Everything about the banh mi here is just so perfect, from the bread to the pate. NOTE: They are closed on Mondays.
(5)Jennie H.
Cafe Cuong makes awesome Vietnamese hoagies! The bread is so fresh and crispy! Portions are smaller than what you would get at other places, such as Ba Le. It's not going to stop me from coming here! It's not always about quantity over quality. I would need to eat at least two hoagies to fill myself up. Money well spent. :) Daily special: Buy 10, get 1 FREE.
(4)Hoa T.
Ended up here instead when I realized that today was Thursday so Nhuy was closed. Even though I always say that the bread is a vessel for the meat, it is a very important vessel. Here the bread was crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside...check. There were plenty of meat, cucumber, pickled carrots, cilantro, and pepper. Overall the sandwich tastes good but I definitely have had better. I'm pretty picky about my banh mi. Also, there is not a lot of variety here. Where is the xui mai?
(3)Phuong P.
Def the best Banh Mi place I've ever had and have been coming here for at least 10 years. Just ordered 20 sandwiches that came with 2 extra free of charge for myself and my family. I recommend getting the sandwiches to go cause it can feel uncomfortable eating in a little place but their sandwiches are def the best. Great option for lunch cause they are so cheap and easy to eat. I usually get the Banh Mi Dac Biet and the Banh Mi with Shredded Pork. The bread is toasted and crispy as well as soft on the inside. They give a lot of different slices of meat which is a plus from my experience at other places. The veges give a great crunch and freshness. The pate and butter mayonnaise have a rich and creamy texture and ooze out in every bite. Put that all together and you have a great sandwich. Same goes for the Shredded Pork. For me, one isn't enough and I usually end up eating north of 2. If your a Banh Mi fan or new to it, I def recommend giving this place a shot. It might be your new go to spot or at least you can cross it off your list of places to try. For me, this is the place to beat.
(5)Vi V.
Love this place!! BEST viet hoagies!!!! Been eating their hoagies since I was little...that's over 20 years
(5)Jenny U.
One of the best places to get a Banh mi thit nguoi in Philly. Everything here is good. Its not commercialized like other places.
(5)Helena H.
Mr. Dave H. Gave me a mini trip to Philly before I went to work. Little tiny cafe place with an old couple cutting veggies attended us. We ordered 2 Regular Vietnamese sandwich (EXPECT ABOUT 10 MINUTES TO GET READY). I watched the entire process of how they do it: 1) Warm up the Baguette 2) Spread their special Cream inside the Baguette 3) Puts layers and LAYERS of Meat in it (Not just one or two layers, MANY LAYERS!) 4) Puts Jalapenos, Cucumbers and Cilantro at the end. Wraps around with a layer of Paper and hands in to us. For $ 3.25 you can get a pretty filling sandwich!.
(4)C H.
My favorite place to go for Vietnamese hoagies. I have tried a few different sandwiches and they were all delicious. There are tables in there for you to sit and eat but I feel like its more for their friends who stop by. The only issue is for me is the parking. I suggest you go with a friend so someone can say back to watch for ppa.
(4)Sophie U.
OW OWWW! I just had a banh mi dac biet from Cafe Cuong courtesy of a relative and it was aaaaamazing. Like a symphony in my mouth! There was so much delicious pâté that it was oozing out after every bite, but I have to admit that by the end it gets to be a bit too much. Maybe next time put a bit more veggies in it? :D
(4)Adam L.
This was my first Vietnamese hoagie. The first- of MANY! $3.75 for an amazing, outrageously tasty hoagie unlike anything you've ever had in the city or outside of it. The crunchy bread, the pickled veggies, the spicy jalas, and the intoxicating, unique mayo spread make this a lunch keeper. Cant beat this unimposing yet remarkable little cafe.
(4)Viviane T.
I've lived in Philadelphia for six years and honestly, this is the best place for banh mi. I found this place by mistake. Right next door is a tailor/dry cleaner place that i always go to... I'll admit that there are off days, but I rarely had that experience with this place. The banh bi here uses the real baguette, not those subway bun POS. The pate is nothing to complain about...I have learned that you have to ask for extra veggie when you're ordering from here or else they will skim on that stuff. I love this place and honestly, for a mom and pop shop that's well hidden... you can't beat it's value nor it's price. LOVE LOVE LOVE!
(5)Annie M.
3.5. Being the pig that I am, I originally had a craving for Vietnamese sandwiches and decided to go to Nhu Y since there were more reviews. While walking there, I saw Cafe Cuong and couldn't help myself but to grab one here also. I thought I might as well do a comparison since they are across the street from each other :) Again, this place disappointed me but not as much as Nhu Y. The bread was fresher though still not like home. The pickled daikon and carrots were much bigger, giving the sandwich more texture and crunch. However, it again wasn't pickled! I liked the pate and meat here better also since it wasn't as salty. The Thit Nguoi sandwich is $3.25, while you can get the Thit Nguoi Dac Biet (includes Cha Lua), for $3.75. So in comparison to Nhu Y, it is definitely pricier. Overall, I think I'd have to choose Cafe Cuong over Nhu Y. I will probably make my way a little further towards Washington Ave to get my Vietnamese Sandwich fix. Report back later!
(3)Alisa K.
when anyone asks me where to get a vietnamese hoagie, i tell them to come here. i may not be a vietnamese hoagie expert (heck, i couldn't even tell you what is in one besides the pate) but i've had my share of them and cafe cuong is the best i've had. Its a small, no frills shop, owned by a really nice couple. They have one table (but everytime I'm there I feel like the people sitting there are always people they know) the hoagies are made to order with baguettes that are fresh and crunchy, and they def don't skimp on the meat. For a $3.50 sandwich, I couldnt ask for anything better! You should def check this place out!
(4)Dredge K.
Tried to go to Nhu Y (not Nhuy as spelled on here), but it was closed so went to this nearby place. Got 3 sandwiches (dac biet and fancy pork). The sandwiches were small and light on fillings. The bread was hard (like it was yesterday's baguettes). The pate was good, but just in one smear in the middle, and there were few pickled carrots/radishes, making the sandwiches dry overall. I've only had worse in Montreal
(2)Ray D.
Huge fan of this place for a quick, fresh, cheap, and delicious lunch. The chicken hoagie is magnificent (tell them to go easy on the butter). If you like pate, they will gladly put some on the bread for you. I prefer it the way it comes and love the combination of chicken, jalapenos, and cilantro on french bread. The coffee is also very good and a nice way to finish lunch. They only have two tables inside so getting lunch to go is usually the way to do it.
(4)Christine W.
These banh mi are delicious! Don't be discouraged when you walk in and see no other customers and only one table. Just get a chicken banh mi to go, and I promise you won't be sorry. The bread is fresh, crispy and chewy, lots of cilantro, just the right amount of mayo and marinade on the chicken. I have to admit that I think the banh mi here are better than at Nhuy, which is just down the street and gets high ratings here on Yelp. The owners at Cafe Cuong are really friendly, as well. Overall -- love it!
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