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Ms Nguyen Banh Mi & Rolls
Ala Moana·Vietnamese
Vietnamese counter inside Midtown Eats — fresh-daily banh mi, famous chicken pho, chicken egg rolls, and a standout Vietnamese iced coffee. Card only. Free validated parking.
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Best Sandwiches on Oahu
Oahu's sandwich scene runs deep — from pillowy banh mi stuffed with fresh-daily fillings to hand-rolled, kettle-boiled bagels that would hold their own in New York City. I pulled together 92 qualifying spots across the island so you know exactly where to go, whether you're in Kapahulu, Ala Moana, Manoa, or anywhere in between.
1 visitor-rated2 Nate-recommendedUpdated September 2026
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Two spots I personally recommend are front and center: Fin's Bagels in Kapahulu, where authentic New York-style bagels are hand rolled, kettle boiled, and baked fresh every single day, and Ms. Nguyen Banh Mi & Rolls in Ala Moana, a Vietnamese counter inside Midtown Eats serving fresh-daily banh mi, famous chicken pho, and a standout Vietnamese iced coffee. Both carry the NateEatsHawaii badge — my signal that I've been there and can vouch for them. Beyond my picks, well-loved spots like Andy's Sandwiches & Smoothies in Manoa — a tiny fixture famous for freshly baked bread and vegetarian-friendly options — round out a list built to cover every craving and corner of the island.
This is a curated BEST guide, meaning our editors' verified picks lead the list, followed by Oahu's highest-rated sandwich spots as ranked by real visitor ratings on the site. Look for the NateEatsHawaii badge on spots our editors have personally visited and recommended.
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What are the best sandwich spots on Oahu right now?
our editors' top personal picks are Fin's Bagels in Kapahulu for authentic New York-style bagels and Ms. Nguyen Banh Mi & Rolls in Ala Moana for fresh Vietnamese banh mi — both carry the NateEatsHawaii verified badge. Beyond those, the guide surfaces the island's highest-rated sandwich shops across all neighborhoods.
Where can I find affordable sandwiches on Oahu?
Banh mi counters like Ms. Nguyen Banh Mi & Rolls and the Ba-Le Sandwich Shop chain are well known for offering generous, wallet-friendly sandwiches. Andy's Sandwiches & Smoothies in Manoa is also a longtime local favorite for budget-conscious eaters looking for freshly made food.
How is this list put together, and is it kept up to date?
This is a curated BEST guide combining our editors' hand-picked, personally verified recommendations with the top-rated spots drawn from real visitor ratings across NateEatsHawaii's catalog of roughly 1,900 Oahu restaurants. The list is reviewed and refreshed regularly to reflect new openings and updated ratings.
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