cá com . bánh mì . bar

336 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

Melbourne

Open

Visit Website +61 400 000 000

Cuisines

Vietnamese Fusion / contemporary

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Mark Wiens

6/3/2023

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Ca Com Bánh Mì Bar is a small Vietnamese eatery in Melbourne specializing in gourmet banh mi. Everything is made fresh in-house, with a unique focus on fire-cooked proteins and house-baked bread. The menu features creative takes on classic banh mi, including Lao sausage and turmeric chicken, all prepared over an open flame.

The Visit

At Ca Com Bánh Mì Bar, the banh mi experience is elevated to a gourmet level. The reviewer is impressed by the freshness and vibrancy of the ingredients, with everything from bread to proteins cooked over fire. The setup is described as cool and flexible, and the variety of unique fillings, especially the Lao sausage and turmeric chicken, stand out as highlights. The overall atmosphere is lively and inviting.

What They Ate

Lao sausage banh mi with galangal, lemongrass, chili, garlic, pork skin, and pork fat

Sardine banh mi with dill, chili oil, pickled carrots, and herbs

Turmeric chicken banh mi with turmeric sauce, onions, coriander, pickles, and fire-toasted bread

Quotes

"And I just love how everything is so fresh and vibrant, and the toast, the bread, everything is made over the fire, from the grilled meats to the stews to the sausage, and they just load it up with pickled carrots, with herbs, the dill, the coriander, the pickles."

"Oh, that sausage is incredible. Mmm."

"Oh, it's so good. And then the final one we're trying is the turmeric chicken. Really saucy like a grilled chicken, but then almost stewed down with a turmeric sauce, onions and coriander, and the pickles, and that bread."

Our Reflection

Ca Com Bánh Mì Bar redefines what a banh mi can be, blending tradition with innovation. The fire-driven cooking imparts a smoky depth to every protein, while the house-baked bread provides the perfect canvas for vibrant fillings. The reviewer's excitement is evident, especially when describing the Lao sausage and turmeric chicken. The attention to detail, from the pickled vegetables to the aromatic herbs, creates a symphony of flavors and textures that make this spot a must-visit for banh mi enthusiasts.

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