Bale French Sandwich Shop

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4879 University Ave Ste A
San Diego, CA 92105

Bale French Sandwich Shop in San Diego's City Heights neighborhood offers a hidden gem for Vietnamese Bánh Mì enthusiasts. With a hole-in-the-wall vibe and cash-only policy, this spot is known for its delicious and generously filled sandwiches at reasonable prices.

Patrons rave about the perfectly crunchy bread and generous meat portions, making it a must-visit destination for those craving authentic Bánh Mì sandwiches to support local small businesses in San Diego.

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Julie D.
6/29/2025

This spot is the definition of a hole-in-the-wall. We ordered the #1 Special and the #8 BBQ Pork. What really sets these bánh mìs apart from others we've had is how moist and flavorful the protein...

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Judy C.
10/27/2025

I had Bale French Sandwich Shop bookmarked after seeing an Instagram reel, there was a comparison with Bale and another banh mi shop and Bale made the test. After checking on Yelp, I bookmarked...

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Huong N.
11/28/2025

CASH ONLY!!! This place is definitely a whole in the wall, not a lot of parking. If you blink you'll miss it. The older gentleman who took my order was so sweet. Said ok dispersed back into the...

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Eunice H.
10/28/2025

Arguably one of the best places to get a banh mi in San Diego! Located near city heights, the place looks very unassuming from the outside but you place your order at the counter and a couple...

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Maylinh S.
10/23/2025

One of my favorite places to get banh mi! The man taking my order was so sweet and nice, definitely a hole in the wall place. I will always come back to support!!

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