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Xe Máy Sandwich Shop

Xe Máy Sandwich Shop

Vietnamese Restaurant, Sandwich Spot, and Salad Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
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    Brooklyn United
    "The vegetarian bahn mi on whole wheat bread is also a great choice!"(40 Tips)
    Emily S.
    "Best sandwich I've ever had! Try the super cub classic -spicy!"(9 Tips)
    Natalie L.
    "I highly recommend the Sidecar, the pineapple chutney is to die for."(10 Tips)
    Raphael L.
    "And the spicy lambretta - awesome."(4 Tips)
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  • Ray L.heart icon on user image
    Ray LinJune 27, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    New favorite bahn mi in the city, just delicious. Cub Classic is utterly amazing, with superb BBQ pork, pate, perfectly toasted bread (+ jalepenos). Notice how many quality adjectives were used?
  • Jenny W.heart icon on user image
    Jenny WangAugust 13, 2017
    Unlike some other lemongrass chicken banh mis I've had the one at Xe May was perfectly tender and juicy. The "Hog" was also packed with flavor. They got the art of toasting bread down to a T!
  • Anil D.
    Anil DashMay 13, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    The cub classic is an absolutely incredible sandwich. Sublime.
  • Alex R.
    Alex RobertsonNovember 14, 2022
    Really good sandwiches. Iced Vietnamese coffee and limeade were bad, we agreed. It’s inside the building on the left of the album cover to Led Zeppelin’s “Physical Graffiti
  • Missy M.heart icon on user image
    Missy MackeyJune 26, 2020
    Sidecar beef bahn mi sandwich extra spicy on wheat. Very good and only $13 with drink & kind bar. Got it for takeout during covid they seemed sanitary, had a plexiglass wall & contactless payment.
  • Rock Rainesheart icon on user image
    Rock RainesDecember 14, 2019
    super cub classic was top notch. My only wish is that their taco offerings incorporated Mexican style meats eg. A Vietnamese version of an al pastor spit would be incredible.
  • Lori L.heart icon on user image
    Lori LuoAugust 10, 2014
    A perfectly crusty baguette pairs well with fresh and crisp fillings. You can customize your banh mi with one of three different spice levels.
  • Anna F.
    Anna FrenkelDecember 19, 2012
    Meat lovers - please please please get the Cub Classic, and make it spicy. It's definitely not a traditional bahn mi but that's what makes it even better.
  • Luc D.heart icon on user image
    Luc DoanNovember 21, 2015
    Super sub classic aka banh mi dac biet. As blasphemous as it feels to verbally order a super sub here, I really enjoyed the sandwich. 7-8 bucks for a sandwich, cash only. Take it Togo.
  • Zayed K.heart icon on user image
    Zayed KhanMarch 21, 2013
    The Sidecar (grilled beefsteak w/ pineapple chutney banh mi) is one of the best sandwiches in the city.
  • Omari A.heart icon on user image
    Omari AllenAugust 6, 2017
    Been here 50+ times
    I've been coming here for years. If you're not washing your báhn mi down with a basil limeade fizz, you're doing it wrong!
  • Fabian M.heart icon on user image
    Fabian MartinOctober 22, 2021
    Slow service but fantastic sandwiches! I had the Super cub sandwich and it was very tasty
  • Gianna N.heart icon on user image
    Gianna NebbiaMarch 30, 2018
    Oh my gosh. They somehow get their chicken to taste like bacon. One of the best Bahn Mi’s I’ve ever eaten
  • Michelle W.
    Michelle WilesJune 30, 2017
    Let it sit for a second so the sauce softens the bread a bit. Vegetarian bahn mi is pretty big. Also crumbs everywhere.
  • Apex T.heart icon on user image
    Apex TacoMay 31, 2014
    Had 'The "Hog"', very tastey. Small seating, friendly staff - next time trying the "Super Cub Classic". Totally paid twice once on seamless, then again on p/u. They called me right after to refund.
  • Jinnie L.
    Jinnie LOctober 14, 2014
    This vietnamese sandwich place is great! the super club classic is popular but my fav. is the hog with iced lychee green tea >_<// so tasty!!!!
  • Dina R.heart icon on user image
    Dina RughaniMay 1, 2015
    Order the lambretta. It is a perfect mix of spicy, the lamb is cooked perfectly and the bread is perfectly crusty.
  • Brooklyn United
    Brooklyn UnitedJune 19, 2013
    Inventive bahn mi. The Lambretta, a coconut curry lamb bahn mi, is excellent. The vegetarian bahn mi on whole wheat bread is also a great choice!
  • Michael A.heart icon on user image
    Michael AnthonyFebruary 4, 2019
    Tacos were amazing. Spring rolls were 🔥 too
  • Raphael L.heart icon on user image
    The Banh mi is exactly what you want. And the spicy lambretta - awesome. They deliver, too - fast and pretty cheap. This place is great.
  • Soma R.
    Soma RoyOctober 26, 2014
    Always get The Hog, spicy, with extra meat (that last thing is not on the menu, but I can't get enough of that grilled pork!)
  • Nick A.heart icon on user image
    Nick AndlingerFebruary 23, 2015
    Get a super cub or the hog and ask for it extra spicy. $9 weekday lunch special!
  • Ranu R.heart icon on user image
    Ranu RajkarnikarDecember 13, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Quick, easy and delicious. Note, cash only. Get the hog or pilot sandwiches and a side of the summer rolls.
  • Natalie L.heart icon on user image
    Natalie LeMossMarch 15, 2021
    The lunch special is awesome. I highly recommend the Sidecar, the pineapple chutney is to die for.
  • Thrillist
    ThrillistJanuary 4, 2012
    Xe May puts has an eccentric take on bahn mi... so eccentric that they're mixing grilled beefsteak with pineapple chutney to create the tasty "Sidecar." Read more
  • Jenni G.heart icon on user image
    Jenni GreenwaldMarch 14, 2017
    We go here all the time! The sandwiches are fresh and delicious and super cheap! It's cash only.
  • andrewheart icon on user image
    andrewMarch 15, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the sidecar, but the classic is also excellent. Like the spring rolls as well.
  • Nate B.heart icon on user image
    Nate BeattyMay 14, 2016
    I can not get enough of the lemongrass chicken sandwich. So good.
  • JD
    JDSeptember 18, 2014
    Don't fear the extra spicy. It's really just "Sriracha" (which you love) + jalapeños + a kicker of chili oil. No need to be a daredevil.
  • Malcolm R.heart icon on user image
    Malcolm RingJuly 14, 2015
    Awesome bahn mi, preferred the sidecar over the original. Iced Vietnamese coffee is tasty, leaning towards sweet.
  • 7th.List
    7th.ListDecember 27, 2011
    This East Village sandwich shop, which serves creative takes on banh mi, is now open. See the full menu here. - http://xemaysandwich.com/menu/ Read more
  • AmateurConciergeheart icon on user image
    AmateurConciergeJuly 7, 2015
    Wow the Lam'bretta with cumin lamb is fantastic. Skip the chicken offering: the meat is a bit rubbery
  • Daniel G.heart icon on user image
    Daniel GraysonJune 12, 2018
    That super cub classic is a wonderful thing to push into your face hole.
  • Colin L.heart icon on user image
    Colin LeeJune 24, 2018
    Pilot (chicken) sandwich is tasty. The tacos have a banh mi taste as well
  • Walt W.heart icon on user image
    Walt WalkerAugust 9, 2016
    The bahn mi's are delicious. I got the Hog. Watch out, the 'extra spicy' really has some kick.
  • Pattyheart icon on user image
    PattyFebruary 9, 2018
    The super cub classic was a decent sandwich. A good old classic.
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsApril 18, 2013
    Newfangled banh mi with pleasing results. We like the sweet and spicy curried lamb sandwich.
  • Jack G.
    Jack GashiSeptember 6, 2014
    I go here at least once a week. Xe May is like a star wideout - just get them touches and let them go to work.
  • Harry R.heart icon on user image
    Harry RaymondMay 12, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Mild spice is plenty spicy. Go with the lemongrass chicken sandwich for hearty lunch under $9.
  • Ashley R.heart icon on user image
    Ashley RoseMarch 21, 2015
    Agree with consensus- sandwiches are super tasty but light on the meat. Ask for extra if you're really hungry. Got the sidecar
  • Marian E.
    Marian ElbertOctober 8, 2012
    I had the superclub classic banh mi which was good, but not amazing like some of the banh mi restaurants in Chinatown. Also I wish the bread had been taken out earlier.
  • David M.
    David MilbergDecember 13, 2016
    I get the classic sandwich on white bread. So good! The bread itself is so good.
  • Alexis B.heart icon on user image
    Alexis BendjouiaDecember 5, 2015
    The mean free sandwich on whole wheat is delicious. Really tasty.
  • Tiffany L.
    Tiffany LiDecember 27, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The fresh basil soda limeade is delicious! Super refreshing and yummy. The lam'bretta is also really really good. Love this place!
  • Michelle L.
    Michelle LuongMarch 17, 2013
    The mean green vegetarian banh mi is incredible! 2 days later & I am still thinking about how good it is!
  • Lizzy S.heart icon on user image
    Lizzy SaxeJuly 15, 2015
    All the sandwiches are fantastic. Especially the classic and the curried lamb.
  • Evelyn L.heart icon on user image
    Evelyn LingJuly 6, 2016
    The Sidecar was amazing. Can't wait to try the other sandwiches!
  • Alexandra F.heart icon on user image
    Alexandra FanningAugust 21, 2017
    Best bahn mi out there 🙌🏻 hands down - the classic is essential
  • Gagan R.heart icon on user image
    Gagan RanaFebruary 23, 2013
    Best Banh mi in the city. The super cub is superb. Always order with extra Sriracha!
  • Harry R.heart icon on user image
    Harry RaymondFebruary 10, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    The Pilot Lemon grass chicken sandwich for $7.50 is a great affordable lunch.
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