Vietnamese Banh Mi Surpasses Competitors, Ranked ‘Best Sandwich in the World’

Beating out tough competition, Vietnam’s iconic banh mi has been voted the world’s best sandwich by a leading global food site.

According to the Top 100 Sandwiches in the World ranking published by Taste Atlas on March 11, Vietnamese banh mi received the highest rating of 4.6/5 stars.

Besides pho, banh mi is the most famous Vietnamese dish in the world.

The platform describes banh mi as a “culinary heritage” of Vietnam. While each region in Vietnam has its own unique take on banh mi, they all share the signature crispy French-style baguette filled with flavorful ingredients.

The Rise of Banh Mi

Originally introduced by the French in the 20th century, baguettes became a staple in Vietnam. Over time, Vietnamese chefs transformed them into something entirely unique—combining local flavors and fresh ingredients to create a global sensation.

The most popular version of banh mi typically includes pork liver pâté, Vietnamese cold cuts, pickled carrots, cilantro, special sauces, and fresh chili. Other variations include grilled meats, roasted pork belly, or shredded chicken. The contrast between the crispy baguette and fresh, flavorful fillings makes banh mi an unforgettable culinary experience.

Banh Mi’s Global Recognition

Vietnamese banh mi isn’t just famous in Vietnam—it has been recognized worldwide:

• Taste Atlas ranked banh mi No.1 in the global sandwich ranking.
• Banh mi thit (Vietnamese cold cut sandwich) was ranked 9th (4.4/5 stars).
• Banh mi heo quay (roast pork banh mi) secured 29th place (4.3/5 stars).

Taste Atlas highlights banh mi thit as the most well-known variation among tourists, often found in Vietnamese street food stalls. The platform advises diners not to overload their sandwich with too many fillings to truly enjoy its authentic flavor.

How Banh Mi Stacks Up Against Other Global Sandwiches

Tortas (4.4/5 stars) from Mexico.

Coming in right after banh mi in the rankings is the Tombik Döner (also known as Gobit Kebab) from Turkey. Other highly rated sandwiches include:

• Shawarma (India) – 4.5/5 stars
• Tortas (Mexico) – 4.4/5 stars
• Maine Lobster Roll (USA) – 4.3/5 stars

The Maine Lobster Roll is particularly famous in North America, featuring fresh Atlantic lobster served in a buttery, toasted roll.

Other popular global sandwiches in the ranking include Kaya Toast (Singapore) at No.42 and Panino col Polpo (Italy).

Taste Atlas: The Authority on Global Cuisine

Founded in 2015, Taste Atlas is a global food platform based in Zagreb, Croatia. It connects with over 9,000 local restaurants and showcases more than 10,000 traditional dishes through expert culinary research. The site aims to be the ultimate food map, helping diners discover authentic local dishes worldwide.

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