Wow Banh Mi is a vietnamese restaurant in Ancoats, Manchester. Rated 4.8 stars from 780 Google reviews. Known for pho broth with depth and homemade banh mi baguette. Best for lunch and solo dining. Ranked #4 of 14 in Ancoats.
Wow Banh Mi
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Quick Verdict
Locals go back because the pho broth tastes like it took time, the banh mi bread is homemade, and you're not paying London prices for it.
You want Vietnamese food that tastes like it came from somewhere real, not a tourist approximation.
About Wow Banh Mi
Wow Banh Mi is a casual Vietnamese restaurant in Ancoats doing pho, banh mi, and wings at £10–20 a head. Walk in, order at the counter, grab a seat. The broth arrives deep and flavourful — reviewers came back 3 times in a month for it. The signature banh mi uses a homemade baguette (the crunchy-soft contrast matters), and the crispy pork version got specific praise for texture. Iced coffee's good. Staff are genuinely friendly and allergies get taken seriously. College students and groups fill it at lunch and dinner. Plug sockets under the seats if you're working. No music in the dining area, which some found too quiet, but the food speaks louder than background noise.
What Stands Out
Pho broth with depth
Reviewers consistently mentioned the broth: 'deep and flavourful', 'the broth was really well put together', 'full of flavour'. One customer returned 3 times in a month specifically for it.
Homemade banh mi baguette
'The bread was so crunchy and soft in the inside' — the homemade baguette is what separates this from standard banh mi. Reviewers called the signature sandwich 'very very good' and 'my favourite'.
Staff who care about allergies and service
A reviewer felt 'very safe' with their allergies and praised the staff's attentiveness. Multiple reviews called them 'super friendly', 'very welcoming', 'bare sweet'.
What Customers Say
Really delicious food and great service.
Food was amazing so flavourful and homely
It was absolutely delicious ,the broth was really well put together.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wow Banh Mi
The signature banh mi with crispy pork and homemade baguette. The pho's equally strong — reviewers called the broth 'deep and flavourful' and came back 3 times in a month for it.
Yes, they take reservations. For walk-ins, arrive before lunch or dinner rush — groups fill it quickly.
£10–20 per person. One reviewer noted portions are generous — you'll likely order more than you need.
Yes. Reviews mention 'great veg selections' and they offer vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat dishes.
Yes. A reviewer with allergies felt 'very safe' and praised their attentiveness. Tell staff about your requirements when ordering.
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