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Banh Mi Che Cali
- Orange County
- $
Vietnam
Quick
- Food
- okay
- Vibe
- awful
- Perks
- bad
Food: Mediocre flavors with grand portions
With the food at Banh Mi Che Cali, traditional Vietnamese cuisines are present, hinting at some authenticity. However, any excitement is watered down by the mediocre taste of their offerings. Abundant praises for ingredient freshness and portion sizes are but mere distractions from the disappointingly bland food. Admittedly, their diverse item offerings stand out - but what's a variety without the proper taste?
Great Value
Great value and delicious food offered at very affordable prices.
Almost Creative
Traditional Vietnamese cuisines present, implying some degree of authenticity.
Top 3 dishes at Banh Mi Che Cali
- 1
BBQ Pork Banh Mi 🏆
Heavenly, best ratios, scrumptious, and blows other versions out of the water.
- 2
Barbecue Ground Beef Sandwich
Savory meat filling complemented by pickled veggies and fresh baguette.
- 3
Pate Chaude
Pate chaud is praised for its buttery, flaky texture and freshness.
Vibe: Saddening, shabby atmosphere
The atmosphere at Banh Mi Che Cali is a letdown. Inside and out, it's dirty, outdated, and sloppy, severely impacting the dining experience. This is not the place for a romantic date - it's loud, busy, and overcrowded. Even the drinks fail to tickle your tastebuds. Perhaps its new location draws a crowd, but the unpleasant ambiance dampens any potential enthusiasm.
Okay Buzz
New location draws crowd, trendy potential, yet has mix feelings.
Bad Drinks
Drinks are just alright, nothing special or worth raving about.
Perks: Aggravatingly inadequate services
Parking often turns into a nightmare during peak hours, with crowded lots and unsafe areas at night. The outdoor seating is next to traffic with dirty, broken chairs that do nothing to elevate dining comfort. Added to this is the limited seating inside, where customers find cramped and crowded spaces. The overall experience is further marred by slow service and rudeness of the staff. The only silver lining is the quiet ambience conducive to conversations.
Easy To Hear
Quiet ambience praised for being conducive to conversations.
Okay To Park
Varied opinions on parking; some find it sufficient, others challenging.
Bad Service
Service often slow, staff rude, and experiences generally unpleasant.