Duc Huong

There are plenty of hit-or-miss banh mi spots in San Jose, but Duc Huong, which has four locations across the city, is never off its game. With consistently crisp yet pillowy french rolls, plus pickled and julienned veggies with a perfectly tart punch, there’s virtually no way to go wrong. While we're partial to the grilled pork, you can pick from 17 banh mi options in small or large sizes (the latter will set you back an astonishingly low $7 or less). Before you order, check out the fridges and shelves that are full of great pre-made snacks like steamed pork buns and sticky rice cakes.