"I ordered "The Sweet," which is the classic banh mi and serves as the standard by which I assess all banh mi. This place truly delivers! According to an article I read, they were inspired by their first experience with Vietnamese sandwiches under the Manhattan Bridge, which happens to be where I had my first too. I continue to return to that spot, now in a more spacious location on Grand St., as it sets my expectations for what a proper banh mi should taste like. Joju's banh mi offers the same delightful flavors, but with a slightly more refined touch. The pickled carrot and daikon salad is chopped more finely and has a subtler flavor, ensuring you get a taste in every bite. The meats are deliciously salty and generously portioned, allowing each flavor to shine through without being overwhelmed. It's a fantastic sandwich that enhances the original, albeit at a price that reflects its Midtown Manhattan location. The in-store ordering system is efficient, utilizing a giant iPad, and my order was ready fairly quickly when I placed it just after noon on a weekday."
