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Banh Mi Cafe

2/184-188 Henley Beach Rd, Torrensville SA 5031, Australia

Recommended by 17 people

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2/184-188 Henley Beach Rd, Torrensville SA 5031, Australia

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+61 8 8443 5392
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Banh Mi Cafe

Torrensville’s quiet counter delivers crisp banh mi and deeply fragrant pho alongside an unusually dedicated plant-based roster. Office regulars line up for the crackling pork rolls, while plant-based diners dig into mock beef stew, tofu rice noodle bowls, and vegan lemongrass chicken baguettes. Counter orders fly out in minutes—plated on proper ceramic if you choose to pull up a seat inside. Round it off with a plant-based Vietnamese iced coffee, stirred sweet and strong over ice.

  • Extensive plant-based menu: Dedicated mock meat options span vegan beef stew, lemongrass chicken rolls, and pho.
  • Vegan Vietnamese iced coffee: The traditional slow-drip condensed milk classic, reimagined entirely plant-based.
  • Fast dine-in retreat: Counter service runs swiftly, dishing out hot pho and baguettes on ceramic plates for eat-in guests.
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Why Choose Banh Mi Cafe

Traditional Vietnamese street favorites, dedicated plant-based recipes, and relaxed dine-in hospitality in Torrensville

  • Full Plant-Based Vietnamese Menu

    A dedicated plant-based lineup serves mock meats like lemongrass chicken, pork, and beef alongside vegan noodle soups and banh mi.

    They have an awesome range of vegan options.

    Ант Кочевник

  • Plant-Based Vietnamese Iced Coffee

    Traditional Vietnamese iced coffee is specially prepared with plant-based alternatives to dairy condensed milk.

    They also do the best plant based Vietnamese iced coffee!

    V.L

  • Fast and Affordable Workday Lunch

    Affordable pork crackle rolls, noodle bowls, and quick counter service cater seamlessly to lunch breaks on the clock.

    Lunch time bargain !Enjoy it and smile 😋 but be prepared its busy busy busy at lunchtime.

    Allan Russo

  • Prompt Counter Turnover

    Swift counter ordering and rapid turnaround ensure hot pho and crispy rolls come out within minutes for diners on the go.

    Prompt and friendly service at the counter to order, then meals were out a few minutes later.

    Matthew Martin

  • Proper Ceramic Crockery Dine-In

    Dine-in guests are served hot noodle soups and dishes on ceramic crockery instead of disposable takeaway packaging.

    Dine in served in crockery instead of take away containers

    Matthew Martin

  • Relaxing Indoor Dine-In Escape

    The spacious interior provides a welcoming, relaxed setting away from the busy road traffic outside.

    Quiet getaway from HB Rd. Plenty of tables inside to sit and relax.

    Michael Johnson

Signature Vietnamese noodle soups, crusty rolls, and traditional comfort dishes

  • Vegan pho

    Always the best Vegan Pho I've had anywhere in this country.

    Adam Murakami

  • Pork crackle rolls

    they recently upped the price of their awesome ( office favourite ) pork crackle rolls to 5.50 !

    Allan Russo

  • Mock chicken tofu rice noodle salad

    I can’t resist the mock chicken tofu rice noodle salad!

    Ант Кочевник

  • Vegan mock beef stew

    I knew right then and there this was the mock beef stew my heart had been looking for

    Mike Ellingford

Other favorites

Beverages and sides to complement your meal

  • Vietnamese iced coffee

    They also do the best plant based Vietnamese iced coffee!

    V.L

  • Cold rolls

    Amazing experience , with the pho and the cold rolls .

    Yadhu Shankar

  • Spring rolls

    My favourite is the BBQ pork noodle salad and spring rolls!

    Jess X Goh

  • Steamed chicken and prawn wontons

    the steamed chicken and prawn wontons are some of the best I’ve ever had and for such a cheap price.

    Tyana Rongonui

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches that elevate everyday Vietnamese dining in Torrensville

  • Plant-Based Vietnamese Iced Coffee

    Traditional Vietnamese iced coffee is specially prepared with plant-based alternatives to condensed milk, offering a rare full dairy-free rendition of the classic drink.

  • Ceramic Dine-In Crockery

    Dine-in lunch meals are plated and served on ceramic crockery instead of disposable plastic or takeaway containers.

  • Table-Side Coffee Demonstration

    Guests ordering traditional Vietnamese coffee are personally guided at the table through the brewing and pour process at no charge.

  • Dedicated Mock-Meat Craft

    Beyond basic tofu substitutions, the kitchen crafts complex plant-based adaptations including mock chicken, lemongrass mock beef stew, and mock roast pork.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, ordering plant-based specialties, and dining in

  • Expect Lunch Rush Crowds

    The cafe gets very busy during peak workday lunch hours, so arrive early or budget a few extra minutes if picking up a takeaway roll for the office.

  • Explore Dedicated Plant-Based Options

    Plant-based diners can order from a dedicated vegan menu featuring mock meats (lemongrass chicken, pork, beef) as well as plant-based Vietnamese iced coffee.

  • Opt for Crockery Dine-In

    If you have time to step away from the busy road, take a seat inside where meals like pho are brought out quickly and served on real crockery instead of disposable containers.

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