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Mekong Sandwiches and I didn't get off to a perfect start; my first visit, the bread was stale and really disappointing. But the service and the beverages and the sandwich fillings were so good I went back. And I've been back, and back, and I'm going to keep going back because every time afterward the banh mi have been totally on point: Crispy outside, airy inside, and an explosion of flavor in every bite.
If you've been to the worldwide banh mi leviathan over in Chandler, it's worth noting that Mekong Sandwiches has four very nice things their competitor doesn't:
1. Drinks are discounted when you buy a sandwich! Yay savings!
2. BO KHO. Delicious bo kho. If you're not feeling sandwichy, you can opt for stew and a tasty baguette.
3. Cucumbers. Banh mi is always superior with cucumber.
4. A schmear of pate is standard on all the sandwiches. And it's not oppressively liver-y.