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Best Vegan Banh Mi in San Francisco (2026)

5 places ranked by how good the vegan version of their banh mi tastes, going by Google Maps and HappyCow reviews. DragonEats takes the #1 spot. 3 places on the list aren't very vegan-friendly overall (grade D or E): reviewers rate the vegan banh mi there, but ask for the vegan version when you order.

DragonEats, restaurant in San Francisco #1 for banh mi
★ 4.5 D
Vietnamese, Tofu Banh Mi

“Order the Teriyaki Tofu Banh Mi without mayo for a vegan meal”

Vietnamese banh mibuddha bowl
DragonEats, restaurant in San Francisco #3 for banh mi
★ 4.5 E
Vietnamese, Tofu Banh Mi

“Try the tofu banh mi sandwich; specify vegan to avoid mayo and sauces that may not be vegan”

Vietnamese banh mirolls
Mendocino Farms, restaurant in San Francisco #4 for banh mi
★ 4.3 A
American Sandwiches, Vegan Banh Mi

“Try the vegan banh mi sandwich, it's a regular favorite and well-liked for its fresh bread and flavor.”

American banh misandwich
SFO Bun Mee T1, fast_food in San Francisco #5 for banh mi
★ 4.1 D
Vietnamese Banh Mi, Vegan Menu

“Order the lemongrass tofu banh mi with vegan mayo for a tasty plant-based option.”

Vietnamese banh mibowl
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Questions about vegan banh mi in San Francisco

Where can I find the best vegan banh mi in San Francisco?

DragonEats tops our ranking for the best vegan banh mi in San Francisco. We ranked 5 places in San Francisco by how good Google Maps and HappyCow reviewers say the vegan version of their banh mi tastes.

How many restaurants serve vegan banh mi in San Francisco?

This list has 5 places in San Francisco that serve vegan banh mi. Their average Spinach rating is 4.3 out of 5.0.

Are there fully vegan banh mi spots in San Francisco?

None of the 5 places on this list is fully vegan. Each one shows its Vegan Friendliness grade (A–E), so you can check how easy ordering vegan will be before you go.

Why is a place with a low vegan grade on this list?

The rank is about the dish, not the venue. A place can make some of the best vegan banh mi in San Francisco and still have few other vegan options, unclear labels or staff who don't know the menu well. That is what the A–E Vegan Friendliness grade on each card measures. 3 of the 5 places here are graded D or E. There, ask for the vegan version when you order.

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