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55 Sherbourne St, Toronto

Vietnamese Banh Mi on Sherbourne, Made by Daisy

A tiny downtown counter for $6-7 banh mi, rice paper salad, smoothies, bubble tea, and the owner nearly every regular mentions.

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"No Banh Mi outside of Vietnam comes close to taste or authenticity as 88 Foods."

Ezra Laskar, Google review

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10:30weekday opening time
What regulars order

Vietnamese comfort food with downtown prices that still surprise people.

The strongest reviews mention banh mi, rice paper salad, banh cuon, smoothies, coconut coffee, and the feeling that Daisy cooked it for you personally.

Banh mi sandwiches at 88 Foods

Banh Mi

Lemongrass chicken, BBQ pork, tofu, and classic Vietnamese sandwich options on a crisp baguette.

Called best in Toronto
Banh trang tron rice paper salad at 88 Foods

Banh Trang Tron

Rice paper salad with quail eggs and herbs, a rare street food find that Vietnamese customers recognize.

Rare in Toronto
Banh cuon and Vietnamese rolls from 88 Foods

Banh Cuon

Steamed rice rolls with pork, fried shallots, pickled vegetables, and dipping sauce in a takeaway box.

Fresh to order
Chow mein takeaway box at 88 Foods

Chow Mein and Rice Plates

Hearty student-friendly meals with chicken, pork, shrimp, vegetables, and simple, satisfying portions.

Full meals under $10
88 Foods chalkboard specials and drink menu

Smoothies and Bubble Tea

Fresh fruit smoothies, milk tea, bubble tea, Vietnamese iced coffee, and coconut coffee from the counter.

Strong tea flavor
Banh mi sandwich by the 88 Foods window

Lunch by the Window

A no-frills counter, handwritten prices, quick takeaway, and a meal that feels personal.

Cash preferred
Why owners should recognize this site

This is not a generic Vietnamese template. It is Daisy's tiny Sherbourne counter.

Review after review talks about the same thing: the owner with the big smile, the affordable food, and the dishes that remind people of Vietnam. 88 Foods works because it feels human before it feels polished.

That is the story this page leads with. The site keeps the real storefront, the handwritten counter energy, the actual food photos, and the details customers already repeat: $6-7 banh mi, rare rice paper salad, and a warm welcome near George Brown College.

Owner mentioned constantly No MSG mentioned in reviews Budget-friendly downtown food Vietnamese street food
Inside the 88 Foods takeaway counter with menu boards
The real counter, handwritten menus, drink boards, and the small shop atmosphere customers describe.
Real Google reviews

The food gets praise, Daisy gets remembered.

The best reviews are unusually specific: Vietnam comparisons, exact prices, rare dishes, George Brown regulars, and the owner making people feel welcome.

4.9
★★★★★
459 reviews
★★★★★

"No Banh Mi outside of Vietnam comes close."

"I cannot recommend this place enough, and the prices are amazing. I didn't know you could find cheap food this good in Toronto."

Ezra Laskar

★★★★★

"The owner's personality, kindness, and sincere attitude just makes you feel good."

A customer ordered rice paper salad, pork and lemongrass banh mi, plus a kale, strawberry, apple ginger smoothie.

Devin Dzelme

★★★★★

"Only $11 for each of us, can't be any cheaper in this downtown spot."

Michelle mentions multiple dishes and drinks, strong tea flavor in the boba, and a warm welcome from the Vietnamese owner.

Michelle Nguyen

★★★★★

"This is the only place I can find Banh trang tron."

A reviewer who lived in Toronto for four years says the taste and the owner's generosity brought them back to Vietnam.

Silvia

★★★★★

"Everything had a mix of complex flavours for a very fair price."

Sa Hua mentions lemongrass tofu banh mi, banh trang tron, banh cuon, and Daisy's pride in no MSG dishes.

Sa Hua

★★★★★

"It was right then and there I knew I was standing in a Toronto gem."

A customer remembers the smile, the cheerful hello, and the feeling of supporting a small business that deserves to survive.

Sri DeCastro

Visit 88 Foods

55 Sherbourne St, Toronto

A small Vietnamese takeaway counter near King, Sherbourne, St. Lawrence, Moss Park, and George Brown College.

Monday10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Tuesday10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Wednesday10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Thursday10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Friday10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
Sunday12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Call (647) 291-2709 Open Directions
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88 Foods at 55 Sherbourne St is close to George Brown College and is rated 4.9 stars with 459 Google reviews. Customers regularly mention $6-7 banh mi and full meals that still feel affordable downtown.

Start with a banh mi, then try banh trang tron rice paper salad, banh cuon, coconut coffee, Vietnamese iced coffee, smoothies, or bubble tea. Reviews repeatedly praise the authenticity and price.

Many reviews describe Daisy as warm, kind, cheerful, and personal. Customers say visiting 88 Foods can feel like being welcomed by a Vietnamese auntie who remembers regulars and cooks with care.

Yes. Reviews mention lemongrass tofu banh mi and fresh fruit smoothies. Ask at the counter about vegetarian-friendly options and customization.

Cash is preferred because it helps keep prices low. Debit and credit are accepted, with a small 50 cent card fee mentioned in business notes and customer comments.

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