Loved by the locals of Mascot, and opened at 5:45am everyday, it makes a good pit stop before flying out ✈
Classic is the way to go with the standard pork roll but they also do have a chicken lemongrass roll which is something you don't usually see! Would revisit to try it 😋
Amazing flavour, same quality everytime. I don't mind queuing. Our family loves it. Fresh food, tasty sandwiches. Yum yum yum.... We tried them many years ago when living locally but we still come from our new location.
Every time we go pass here there is always a queue outside which is usually an indication it’s good and we’d have to say we agree, we love the pork rolls from here.
During lunch, there is a long line, so try arrive slightly earlier or go later. Pretty up there in terms of one of the best pork rolls I've eaten in Sydney. Prices have gone up but still one of the cheapest (if not cheapest) lunches around the area!
Got takeway pork rolls from here. Quality of the bun is really top notch. Its crispy on the outside and soft inside. Pork slices are really nice and just the right amount of sauce.
Amazingggg and the rolls are always crispy and warm. This place is definitely my favorite which is why i keep coming back. Try this place out! You won't be disappointed
Pretty good pork rolls, not giving it a 5 star because the marrickville one is still the best one.
The pork is good, carrots are crunchy, but the sauce didnt leave an impression. It’s less spicy than marrickville though so it’s better if you are just looking for a little bit of a kick.
always count on this place for the best vietnamese rolls in sydney! I absolutely love their chicken one; they load it with fresh yummy salad and dont over do it on the mayo. utter perfection.
I found the opportunity on the weekend to get out to Hong Ha. I have heard from a few people that the best banh mi is a contest between Hong Ha and Marrickville Pork Roll.
I got out there before 8am and it was a brisk business already. I got my pork roll promptly. What can I say ..... fabulous bread roll - incredibly soft on the inside but so crunchy on the crust. Generous and well balanced filling. Overall, an excellent pork roll.
So, how did it compare against Marrickville Pork Roll? It was great but I’ll give the prize to Marrickville Pork Roll!
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They deleted my last review of this place because I'm assuming I mentioned the name of a political party that was popular in Germany around the early 1900's.
Im assuming the auto delete algorithm that deleted my review doesn't even know that the reference that I used of the "thing that must not be named" (now I'm referencing that wizard guy with a scratch on his head who was also referencing the German thing) is actually a reference from another New York based Jewish comedian guy who was making fun of the whole messy German situation.
Anyway that's all way to confusing for Mr Auto correct so I'll just say that the Bahn Mi here is Sydneys best. Ordering can be difficult but unlike my review of some places that have rude staff. Think of ordering at this place as an obstacle to getting a worthwhile product. You will often have to wait 25 seconds because they just sold out of bread and they have to pull a fresh steaming batch out of the oven to make your order. Everything else is spot on. Even the massive long line moves fast. They do use fairly hot birds eye chillies, so if you are a bit soft in this department just ask them to leave it off. Double check before you bite in though because asking them for NO CHILLI ! in no way guarantees they won't put it on.
The best part is that like that episode in that comedy show about a Jewish comedian living in New York where they come across a guy that makes such good soup that it's worth the rude abrupt service from the owner?? Well yeah the people at Hong Ha just like that guy in that episode actually also scream NEXXXTTTTTT!!
MizTea_SydneyFoodCritiX
+4.5
Well this is where it all started for me with the Vietnamese rolls. Nothing compares to this joint. They are simply the best. The line ups can be crazy.
Best chicken rolls ever.. love the spring rolls as well .. staff can be a bit abrupt but they are busy & the food is good so worth the wait & slightly rude staff
I'm not going to bother debating Hong Ha versus Marrickville pork roll because they're both so good that it's really just a matter of personal preference.
I would happily eat from hong ha on a regular basis if I lived in the area but MPR is my local and I'm happy about that.
The bread is perfect and the ratio of ingredients are good. One of the best I've ever had but at $6 it's also kinda more expensive side too - by pork roll standards anyway.
As long you wanted to wait on the long queue, you will have a really pork roll from this shop.
Freshly baked bread, outside is so crispy and crunchy, Yet still nice and soft inside.
Pork roll is very recommended!
The ladies on the counter really rude and literally screamed at us. The roll was OK. I love the bread, really crunchy. But overall not overwhelmingly awesome. Just another pork roll in Sydney.
- Really good food
The banh mi is delicious with fresh bread rolls. I've tried chicken, pork and meatball, they're all good.
Salad bowls are also tasty with lots of meat and vege included.
- Service is not always the most friendly, but made up for by the food.
- There are often long queues so expect to wait.
- Not as cheap as some Viet places (e.g. Cabramatta), but not expensive for the great food you're getting.
Next only to Marrickville in Sydney. Awesome Pork Rolls with super fast service. Worth the wait and hype. Try there BBQ Pork rolls which are equally awesome.
Saw that this place is popular for their banh mi so O decided to stop by. The shop was quite busy around lunchtime on a Sunday. I got the BBQ pork roll, and the meat was tender amd tasty, and the ingredients were fresh and bun was soft yet crispy. I made the mistake of adding chilli which made it really spicy...beware!! I tried picking away the fresh chillis as I could and still manage to finish the roll. I'll definitely opt for no chilli next time!
Hand downs best chicken roll! The roll is what makes this combo, it's fresh crusty but still soft inside. The chilli they use is hot! And if your thinking of going during lunch peak be prepared to wait in the street long line. But it's totally worth it! The prices are increasing for their items but I think it's good value. They do pork, chicken snitzel, rice paper rolls and other bakery goods. Customer service is a miss but the rolls make up for it.
Solid pork roll - the bread is great, crispy and flaky on the outside but still soft on the inside. The meat is fresh and the pate is nice and creamy. If you opt for the chilli, it is actually quite spicy!
$5.50 for a roll is more expensive than other places e.g. in Cabramatta, a pork roll is now cheap as $2.50. When I went, there was a sign saying there would be an increase in prices to $6.00 from 1 May 2017.
Best roll ever!!!!! Ever thought the lines are out door and down the street it's worth the wait. Always get chilli but half it cos it can be hot
Super nice chicken rolls. Very fresh, tasty and especially the bread, it's light and crispy. They bake their own bread.
The pastries are also very nice too.
Always amazing! Been going here for upwards of fifteen years and the product is consistently fresh and service delightful. All of the rolls, rice paper wraps and desserts I have tried have been of outstanding quality and freshness and never had any issues. Prices are good too. Would highly recommend trying their custard tarts!
This is the first time I've had a Vietnamese roll so maybe I'm not the best critic. All I know is that I really enjoyed it and for $5.50 it's fantastic value. Favourite part was the bread. It was so crunchy on outside but soft inside.
This bakery make own rolls. So crispy and delicious! I've queue up in a line all the way to the end of the street before but worth wait. Best chicken rolls so far I tried Sydney and Melbourne.
Hong Ha is a nice clean bakery serving reasonably priced Vietnamese rolls. I always see the long lines outside, needless to say - it was worth the wait!The chicken roll was fresh, flavoursome and packed with a good kick of chilli. The only negative thing I that I could possibly say is, I didn't appreciate being bitched about in another language.
My go to joint for fresh, deliciously creamy banh mi! Regardless of if you get pork or chicken, the mayo, pate and pickled carrots are sooooo good! Always go out of my way to grab a banh mi from here, even if there's a line!
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Hong Ha, there are many haters out there, but there are more lovers. The lines don't lie. I have frequented this Mascot institution many times over the years. Are the rolls as good as everyone says?
There are legendary tales of Bahn mi being sent down to Melbourne airport ground handlers by Sydney airport staff.
For mine this place has the best chicken rolls in Sydney. I do rate pork roll at other places higher. But this is a Hong Ha review.
Although they have new sign, the set up has not changed since it opened. The counter is run by pro's when it comes to assembling bahn mi. Many stallwalts that have been there almost as long as Hong Ha. Your order will always be follewed in response, you want chilli.
It is almost frivolous trying to put forward a custom order, but why would you want to.
Due to the high turn over of product, it is likely you will get a roll just out of the oven with a crunchy outer shell and a warm cloud like softness on the inside, such a difference in texture. This combined with fresh salad, hot seasoned chicken, home made mayo, special sauces and if you choose, a chilli kick. The spring rolls are so bad, they are good. An crisp flakey pastry filled with chicken and cabbage. The only down fall is the amount of oil that comes with each serve.
Gotta try this place at least once.
A Mascot staple! We all love Hong Ha! One of THE BEST hangover cures!!! 😄 I can't handle their chilli though, it's a bit too much heat for me. But the sauce that they use on their rolls is sooooo good!
My favourite is the chicken roll. The bread is crispy and fresh and the inside is soft. I like extra mayo. Food is made quickly and has a strong following from all over sydney.
One of the best Banh Mi spots in Sydney, hands down. There's not much places that can compare, aside from the few in Marrickville, but hands down, Hong Ha has the best bread out of all. It is crunchy on the outside and soft in the inside. If you do get it, please make sure you eat it right away because the crunch of the crust is the highlight of the experience.
The price is also very affordable, and the queues of this place is enough testament of the taste. The chicken roll is the one I go for, even though the pork roll are as good. If you are new to this, grab a friend/spouse, get both types and share it. You won't regret.
The chicken roll here is surprisingly good. I certainly favor their chicken roll over pork. The problem here is the line during lunch hours as it is a popular lunch spot in Mascot.
I cannot stress my love for Hong Ha. A regular for work lunching, you can't beat their delicious Banh Mi for $5. There is a real reason the queues here are intense - every day of the week!
Princess Greedy Guts
+4.5
One of the best & popular Vietnamese Bahn Mi spots in Sydney, this place is always jam packed with people & flavour in their rolls. The lines are always out the door even on a weekday. Their pork roll is tasty with generous smear of pate but personally I love their chicken roll. It must be their secret sauce & mayo that makes it. The rice paper rolls are nothing to write home about but if you go here, the pork & chicken are the top picks! Oh and change from a $5 note? Value as well as a great snack!
after dropping my mom from the airport, I decided to go to this place since it's quite near from the airport. This place is always busy everyday. Their pork roll is the best! The bread was crunchy outside and the fillings were also nice.
Passed by this place a lot and saw that there was always a long queue here. Finally decided to give this place a try. When I ordered the BBQ Pork Roll, I saw that they only had small bits of pork left but he lady who served me knew to get a fresh batch out of the kitchen. I noticed that some of the staff weren't very pleasant but kudos to the ones who managed to pull off a smile. The BBQ Pork Roll was delicious and I like their in-housed baked crispy on the outside and soft on the inside bread. Spring rolls are in a decent size and tasted pretty good as well! I would recommend this place because although the queue was long, the staff are quick to get the line moving fast. Also, the food is very reasonably priced.
A hit and miss at times. On occasions the bread roll can be a little bit stale. The fillings can also be a little bit scarce. However at times when they're made properly with a fresh bread roll they are certainly tasty. Prices are going to rise again next year. Don't know if it's worth the new price rise. There is always a queue at this store so be prepared to line up and wait.
This is place has one powerfully hot chicken chilli hot dog rolls. The rolls contain stripped chicken meat, Mayo, coriander, and chilli. Its beautifully crafted and tastes wonderful. A must have if you visit
After waiting ten minutes to reach the front of the queue (which I consider a good sign more than an inconvenience), I ordered the bbq pork roll while fighting the urge to order an impressive-looking spring roll on the side. The bread was crunchy but light, and so obviously fresh. Although ticking all the boxes, Marrickville Pork Roll holds it's first place position in my books.
Equal best pork roll in Sydney (alongside Marrickville Pork Roll). The bread is crusty and fresh, the fillings are tasty and the flavours are in balance
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Today is probably the worst day to visit Hong Ha. Normally the short lady wants us to place order one by one. Today she swears at us for doing just that. If only I can swear back in french.
The meat ball rolls are probably the worst ever. No flavors and uncooked. Four rolls going to the bin. We only found out about this two hundred km away from Mascot. Oh boy.
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The rolls are served just minutes from the oven. Haven't seen any other Pork Roll joint that does this. The fillings are yummy as long as you stick to the standards (Chicken, pork or dim sim). Lately we prefer dim sim and chicken rolls. Please be aware that they use birds eye chili which is very spicy.
Service on the other hand is not that great. Despite having to wait for a long time, sometimes you still have to put up with an impatient lady who would bite your head off if you are not decisive in what you are going to have. Sometimes she mixes up your order so please double check before you eat. Last thing you want is your kid running around like a headless chick after tasting their first birds eye chili.
Bottomline : Probably the greatest Pork Roll in Sydney however the service is not always great
Hong Ha's did not disappoint!!
A friend told me about these chicken rolls you just HAD to have. I'm like ok, I love chicken, but how different can a chicken roll be.
The flavours were ahhhhhmazing! Shredded chicken on a warmed baguette style bun with a special chilli paste, coriander ( which I love) and all the other fresh Vietnamese veges! There was w honey soy type sauce which, using words will never do justice, was to dye for!
I went on a rainy Saturday morning and the line was around the corner!
If you have nothing to do today, go! There is nowhere to eat but there is a cute little park 5 mins walk up the road..... Enjoy!
Passing by Botany road noticed a huge line in front of this bakery so I stopped by to try much hyped Vietnamese rolls. I waited about 10mins and ordered chicken roll and pork roll with chilies. My husband had pork roll and he really liked it and I loved chicken roll and I think the chili is definitely a key to its winning flavor. Taste is pretty great even if you don't account the amazingly cheap price. You can not get better deals anywhere else! (6 nuggets at MacDonald cost more!) If you are in the area definitely give it a try. UPDATE - bought their rice paper rolls - a pack of prawns and a pack of chicken and they are absolutely fantastic! They are super fresh and individually wrapped. Salad inside is so crunch and refreshing. Im totally hooked!! Also if you buy 2 packs instead of one its $5 instead of $6...Amazing! Highly recommend if you love Vietnamese rice paper rolls!
Debates rage about Sydney's best pork roll and Hong Ha is up there will the best. Made to order using warm crunchy bread. Pork rolls are great however the chicken used In the chicken rolls can be a little dry. Cheap eat at $5-6 a roll and is a must try for those in the are area. Come early for lunch otherwise a long wait in a queue. Call ahead for pickup if you can.
Much talk and hype has been made of Hong Ha in the battle for Sydney's best pork roll. I came in with high expectations having been dazzled by Marrickville Pork Roll and left somewhat confused. The quality of the pork roll is above average but it needn't be in conversations of Sydney's top. The pickles weren't pickled enoigh and they skimped on the radish, pate and butter.
The best ever pork rolls you can get in Sydney!! The bread is so fresh, warm and crunchy on the outside but so soft inside. The sauce they use is also the best I've ever tasted. The last time I went there the queue was veeeery long.
Best chicken roll place ever!!!
Been going to Hong Ha for over 10 years 👌🏼
A cheap eat that doesn't comprise on good taste, quality or quantity!
Good old Banh Mi. Hong Ha is one of my go to places for Banh Mi (Vietnamese Pork Roll).
90% of the time you will need to queue up to this place, but you don't have to worry as the stuff here are very efficient and will get the line moving in no time.
Due to the popularity of this place (pork, chicken, meatball etc), they are baking rolls non stop therefore giving you a fresh warm crunchy roll each time. The pate they use is not your regular dark grey one but instead a reddish one which I think distinguishes these rolls from the other, plus it's delicious.
For some reason that day i decided to walk from Botany to Redfern and on the way made a quick pitstop into the infamous Hong Ha. In fact there was a customer talking to his friend with excitement telling him he's in the bread shop. Anyways I didn't kick up any fuss and waited in a short line. The customer service is as expected... What you like? Chilli? $5 please... that was pretty much our exchange of conversation. I ended up ordering the chicken roll because my wife convinced me that's their best option... the chicken was ok.. it was dry but it wasnt juicy... the mayo was great.. well whereever I actually had some in the roll... it wasn't evenly distributed. For $5 it was a decent lunch... but I wouldn't say Hong Ha makes the best pork rolls in sydney.... theres nothing different to how they make it that makes it any better....
Best pork roll... Love their mayo but unfortunately they don't sell it... Although we are 30 mins drive away but always come during the weekend for a quick bite :) last time I found out the do delivery as well but with a minimum spend.
The chicken rolls are great, the bread is crisp. Made right in front of you. There are long lines and it's worth the wait. Fried spring rolls are tasty!
Deliciously spicy chicken and pork rolls. The queues are always ridiculously long but the staff are super speedy so the wait time is not too bad.
Awesome rolls unbelievable!! there rolls!! So tasty must visit!! Worth the wait best ever..
Fresh as smells delishes in there
I want another one!!
Dirt cheap rolls -pork, chicken etc in a cracking roll baked by the truck load behind the ever efficient staff knocking the magic together at a rate that keeps the line moving at a steady pace. Toughen up and don't skip the chilli.
Get Hong Ha'd. Great pork rolls, good price. Line is usually long but moves fast. I have tried the pork roll, chicken roll and meatball roll. They are all good but pork is definitely my favourite.
Went on sat around 1pm lines were long..but moved quickly. Was definitely worth the wait. We got a pork roll and a bbq pork roll. Bread and fillings were really fresh. Delicious! Will be trying the chicken roll next!
I'd say I'm a regulat. Probably demolished over 100 chicken with chilli rolls. Awesome taste. Fresh, cheap and never gets old. Just a pain to wait in the always long queue.
Hong Ha is something of a legend in the local area. Since at least 1991, this Vietnamese eatery has been pumping out banh mi, traditional Vietnamese rolls. These days, the lunch-time rush produces enormous lines, that while quick moving, would never please those craving a wholesome lunch meal.
The Hungry FoodTech [shirley.gondo]
+4.5
I said the best roll hands down! I love my bread crispy on the outside and soft in the inside... My favourite is chicken banh mi ^^ But dont mind the pork though.. their pate and mayo is really yummy!! You just have to be patient by the queue..
As I bit into the fresh crisp of the bread roll, only then I realized that this was not just a plain chicken sandwich. The umami flavor of the soy sauce and chicken reminded me of Hainanese chicken rice, but served in a bread roll. It was something I least expected and enjoyed very much.
A and I have driven the straight road that connects Sydney and Canberra a few times now and I can confidently say it is always made better when we stock up on Banh Mi at Hong Ha in Mascot for our ride home. By the time we’re halfway between Sydney and Canberra, we’re both in need of a break and some food and Hong Ha’s banh mi always hits the spot. A’s been frequenting Hong Ha for many years now, from back when she lived in Sydney. She had a craving on one trip and asked if we could do a quick detour to Mascot before hitting the M1. There’s typically a line outside Hong Ha from about 11.30am. Don’t be deterred though – the line moves exceptionally quick. Within 10 minutes, A and I have our Banh Mi – pork ($5) for A and BBQ pork ($5) for me. Halfway home, A and I stop to eat and there’s complete silence in the car while we’re eating (besides the crunch of the crusty bread!). Hong Ha’s banh mi is the perfect mix of sweet, savoury, sour
the ingredents are fresh, the Vietnamese mayo, butter pate is to die for…. If you haven't had the pleasure of devouring one of these famous Pork Rolls.. DO IT NOW
Still as good as the first time!. Get the chicken rolls with a spring roll, the taste of it is nothing like anywhere else! You will not regret the combination!! I haven't tried the pork rolls or any of the others because that is not what you come here for - it is the chicken rolls for sure! I have been coming back for 10 years and the quality and taste still brings me back to the first time I had tried it. Word of warning, be prepared to line up especially during lunch rush (12 - 1:30pm) although the line does move fast.
Meat balls. Its just a hole in the wall and I rate this a good option to grab a quick Vietnamese style chicken roll. I have tried all the rolls including pork and bbq pork, chicken and crumbed chicken and the mighty meat ball (not tried the vegetarian option). IMO the meat ball is the King of all and of course you must have chillil. The spring rolls can be a little oily but always delicious and worth the 200 calories even the Dim Sims are awesome. Also available are salad box's if you don’t want to carb up on the bread. Luckily I work close by so it’s my lunch a few times each week.
Good selection of fillings. Bread is crispier than most bakeries I have been but also a bit more expensive. My crispy pork was a bit too fatty for my liking. Chicken is great. Very flavorful. Lemon grass chicken flavor is nice too but bit on the tough side.
Foods was great, watch out as limited supply on certain items like spring roll for example. It's better to visit early during the day.
2:30pm Long Queue over 25-30mins to get serve
Still one of the best Banh Mi in town. Crispy bread roll, right balance of savoury from the sauce and sourness from the pickles and freshness from the herbs. Ask for chill for the kicks if you could handle it. I still come here instead of their other stores.
Good Bahn mi rolls. Very popular with locals, always lines of people waiting. I had the roll with lemon grass chicken $9 which was nice but the seasoning wasn't as strong as expected. The rolls were crispy on the outside soft on the inside. Lovely.
The premier pork roll shop in the Eastern Suburbs. They also have a shop in Bondi Beach. They serve the traditional pork roll on a crispy Vietnamese baguette with pate, mayo, coriander, onion, shallot, carrot. Also alternatives to this like a crispy pork roll; crackling pork! They also do meatball subs, lemongrass chicken and rice noodles bowls, Spring rolls and dimsims. Easy parking in the lot behind Botany Road. Queues get a bit long here so it helps to order ahead or go early; They're open from 6am.
Probably my second favourite Banh Mi in Sydney. They don't jam pack the roll as much as I would like, but the flavours are fantastic. Service is very good as well.
Unbelievably amazing. Honestly. I can't get over their bread, it literally crisps off and melts in your mouth. Each time, never had a bad roll! The fillings are awesome too, they're not stingy at all. I'm use to asking places to put more. But here, I do t have to at all. Amazing!! And actually nice service too! I'm happy to drive 30 min for this once a week.
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