We are sorry for this inconvenience, but please visit our new storefront located at 203 E. Liberty Street for walk-in and take out orders. Vietnamese food has long been celebrated in the culinary scene for its colorful use of and twists on some of the world's freshest ingredients. With its blend of simple French flair and eclectic Asian ingredients, it's no surprise that Vietnamese cuisine is emerging favorite on the global food trend.
Featuring fresh bread baked daily, seasonal vegetables, and house-made ingredients, Ginger Deli in downtown Ann Arbor, MI strives to capture the authentic, vivid flavors of traditional Vietnamese fare with its own splash of style and innovation. Our goal is to make accessible to as many people as possible nourishing, fresh food that is both inspired and inspiring.
Featuring fresh bread baked daily, seasonal vegetables, and house-made ingredients, Ginger Deli in downtown Ann Arbor, MI strives to capture the authentic, vivid flavors of traditional Vietnamese fare with its own splash of style and innovation. Our goal is to make accessible to as many people as possible nourishing, fresh food that is both inspired and inspiring.
Reviews (25)
Pavel Pavlov
Dec 23, 2021
Report
Ailun H.
Dec 23, 2021
Report
I had no idea this place opened up again since it closed in 2016 (?) so I was excited to eat here again! I remember really liking the pho at Ginger Deli back then. Before, it used to be a food stand (minimal bar seating that was kinda outdoors) but I'm glad they have a whole interior now with lots of space and tables to sit in.
My friend and I got the beef pho for $11 and the food came out within 5 minutes. Sadly, the portion size was really small for the price. I don't eat all that much, but even for me, this was too small. For the price, I expected more pho. Overall, it was still very
My friend and I got the beef pho for $11 and the food came out within 5 minutes. Sadly, the portion size was really small for the price. I don't eat all that much, but even for me, this was too small. For the price, I expected more pho. Overall, it was still very
Monika D.
Dec 18, 2021
Report
Joyce L.
Oct 23, 2021
Report
Place
This place is a hidden gem. I didn't realize I kept walking by this place. I was with a friend exploring kerrytown and on google maps I saw ginger deli nearby.
When you go inside it is such a clean unique spot that have little Knick knack decorations
Service
The service is amazing. Our server was super helpful and nice. We asked for shrimp chips and he went to back and got us fresh ones.
Food/price
They are known for their pho and ban mi so we had to try both. I got the trad pho and shared the veggie ban mi. It is we so good and authentic. The broth is so rich! Yum
Audience
A
This place is a hidden gem. I didn't realize I kept walking by this place. I was with a friend exploring kerrytown and on google maps I saw ginger deli nearby.
When you go inside it is such a clean unique spot that have little Knick knack decorations
Service
The service is amazing. Our server was super helpful and nice. We asked for shrimp chips and he went to back and got us fresh ones.
Food/price
They are known for their pho and ban mi so we had to try both. I got the trad pho and shared the veggie ban mi. It is we so good and authentic. The broth is so rich! Yum
Audience
A
Edwin P.
Oct 23, 2021
Report
First time ever having a banh mi, and it did not disappoint. I ordered half beef and half pork pancetta banh mi. For a relatively inexpensive price, I got a big, filling, and yummy sandwich. The meat, sauce, and veggies blended into a delicious medley without one element overpowering another. Definitely would come back.
Ben
Oct 12, 2021
Report
Great Vietnamese joint in AA if you're looking for a warm bowl of Pho. Super friendly owners! Portion sizes are a little small especially for the Bahn MI but the flavor was awesome, just wish I had more for $8.
Ps. They should add tripe, meatballs, and tendon to the Pho for the authentic experice ;)
Ps. They should add tripe, meatballs, and tendon to the Pho for the authentic experice ;)
An Hua Shih AliceShih
Oct 01, 2021
Report
MUST VISIT! This place has hands down the best Pho in Ann Arbor. Great Bahn Mi and shrimp chips too!
It’s not a sit down restaurant, but definitely tip because Te and Melissa are the bestest, friendliest people you will meet!
Price point is also really good, especially comparing to the other noodle establishments around the area.
VISIT!!
It’s not a sit down restaurant, but definitely tip because Te and Melissa are the bestest, friendliest people you will meet!
Price point is also really good, especially comparing to the other noodle establishments around the area.
VISIT!!
Leo Kupperman
Sep 25, 2021
Report
Anuj P.
Sep 04, 2021
Report
This place has the best banh mi in town! They recently opened their storefront on liberty and are slowly ramping up their menu. I am a huge fan of the chicken banh mi. The pickled veggies, chicken, and sauce are to die for - this is one of those sandwiches that I get cravings for and absolutely need to have. Not to mention the bread! Baked fresh every day and is the perfect crunchy exterior and soft interior that you dream of in a perfect banh mi! Highly recommend. Next on my list is to try their pho!
Mariko Ito
Sep 01, 2021
Report
A small, chic viet shop in a pretty convenient location!
Pros:
Friendly employees
Fast service
Affordable
Good options
Cons:
None! (Wish it had more cilantro personally but that’s barely a con)
I got the vegetarian banh mi and it was delicious! Lots of flavor and really filling. Can’t wait to come back!
Pros:
Friendly employees
Fast service
Affordable
Good options
Cons:
None! (Wish it had more cilantro personally but that’s barely a con)
I got the vegetarian banh mi and it was delicious! Lots of flavor and really filling. Can’t wait to come back!
Kim D.
Aug 18, 2021
Report
Used to love this little deli at its former location. Stopped by on a Wednesday about 12:30 for a couple bahn mi. Nice space and friendly man at counter. Paid and was handed 2 premade sandwiches , which was odd. We took them to the diag to picnic. My veggie bahn mi was different than I remembered. Besides not being fresh, it had different ingredients. The sandwich was also somewhat flavorless compared previous visits. The other,a pork bahn mi was also substandard. Maybe the ingredients were altered so the sandwich could survive storage? Anyway, bummer. I guess it could be a covid thing to speed
Jenelle DeBaeke
Aug 17, 2021
Report
Deniece L.
Jul 24, 2021
Report
Driving through the area, I was craving pho, so we hit up Ginger Deli. Located in downtown Ann Arbor, there is plenty of cheap street and garage parking nearby.
I wonder how long Ginger Deli has been at this location. My bf thought it was a pop-up. The interior looks very unfinished and a bit industrial. Strangely, the only menu posted at the counter was the banh mi menu. We had to ask to make sure they had the additional items we wanted.
I ordered beef pho, and my bf ordered a veggie banh mi and summer rolls. Of course I had to take some bites of my bf's food. The veggies in the banh mi were
I wonder how long Ginger Deli has been at this location. My bf thought it was a pop-up. The interior looks very unfinished and a bit industrial. Strangely, the only menu posted at the counter was the banh mi menu. We had to ask to make sure they had the additional items we wanted.
I ordered beef pho, and my bf ordered a veggie banh mi and summer rolls. Of course I had to take some bites of my bf's food. The veggies in the banh mi were
Tony Audas
May 25, 2021
Report
Soph D.
Apr 17, 2021
Report
This place only having four stars blows my mind. The dude bakes the bread for his banh mi fresh like every morning and the texture is the perfect combo of crispy on the inside and chewy on the inside. The banh mi tastes so fresh, you can literally taste the freshest ingredients in the sandwich.
And I know that this will sound blasphemous but I'm not a big fan of pho. I think it's because of anise, just not fond of that flavor. But because I enjoy Ginger Deli so much I was like, I'm just going to give it a try. I did an I was not disappointed. They separate the broth from the noodles
And I know that this will sound blasphemous but I'm not a big fan of pho. I think it's because of anise, just not fond of that flavor. But because I enjoy Ginger Deli so much I was like, I'm just going to give it a try. I did an I was not disappointed. They separate the broth from the noodles
Tiffany N.
Mar 24, 2021
Report
Trang N.
Mar 14, 2021
Report
Stephen W.
Mar 14, 2021
Report
I visited their new location which was opened in the midst of the pandemic. I had both pancetta and beef banh mi; very tasty and lots of fresh ingredients. I was fortunately to try the rainbow rice (not on regular menu) with several veggies, pineapple and shredded coconuts; so YUMMY and also healthy!
If you're a local, please support this business while so many restaurants did not survive; the owner Te Phan chose to embrace the challenge and so bravely opened it during the pandemic.
If you're a local, please support this business while so many restaurants did not survive; the owner Te Phan chose to embrace the challenge and so bravely opened it during the pandemic.
Rachel K.
Feb 06, 2021
Report
Tiffany H.
Jan 25, 2021
Report
I first discovered Ginger Deli through Tantre's Farm CSA! Ginger Deli has apparently been around A2 since 2014 in various fashions (including a U of M hospital location) & they've recently opened back up downtown!
For the CSA, I had the lemongrass chicken banh mi. It's the best banh mi I've had on this side of the state. The bread was just SO good & legit. It tasted really fresh -- even though I had it a day after I picked up the CSA box.
So, I decided to visit the new downtown store front for lunch. Ginger Deli's online ordering system is not up yet and I&apos
For the CSA, I had the lemongrass chicken banh mi. It's the best banh mi I've had on this side of the state. The bread was just SO good & legit. It tasted really fresh -- even though I had it a day after I picked up the CSA box.
So, I decided to visit the new downtown store front for lunch. Ginger Deli's online ordering system is not up yet and I&apos
Mercedes V.
Nov 12, 2017
Report
Had a taste of their beef pho and pork sandwich. Made to wait 15 to 20 minutes inside the shed with no heater. Not a good idea to dine in during the winter. Most preferred to do take-outs. There's about more or less 8 tables available, so also not good for groups to hang-out. Probably summer time you can come as a group when they open the outdoor tables and chairs. No restroom at the moment.
The cashier was taking orders, at the same time doing the sandwiches. Friendly and helpful. Accepts cash and credit card payments. Prices is about the same as other pho restaurants or to-go.
The cashier was taking orders, at the same time doing the sandwiches. Friendly and helpful. Accepts cash and credit card payments. Prices is about the same as other pho restaurants or to-go.
Janice B.
Sep 28, 2017
Report
[Ambience] Not much of an ambiance. It is a cute tiny hole in the wall. There is only outside seating offered and it seemed like a lot of people take food to-go because of that reason.
[Food] Even with my loss of appetite during the challenge, I could not continue eating the ph after a few slurps. The soup was gone literally after the photo was taken(the noodle & the paper bowl absorbed it). The noodles were very uncooked, which made it hard to slurp. The meat was already cooked, which is not really what the authentic pho is supposed to be. The meat is supposed to be cooked along with the
[Food] Even with my loss of appetite during the challenge, I could not continue eating the ph after a few slurps. The soup was gone literally after the photo was taken(the noodle & the paper bowl absorbed it). The noodles were very uncooked, which made it hard to slurp. The meat was already cooked, which is not really what the authentic pho is supposed to be. The meat is supposed to be cooked along with the
Jesus E.
Sep 13, 2017
Report
Great place for a quick bite! The banh mis are also perfect for on the go!
I really enjoyed the chicken banh mi I had and am excited to try their pho and rolls. I also love that the bread is baked daily. The ingredients were all fresh and tasty! Though I do feel you get a lot more bread than fillings in your banh mi, or at least I did.
Service was great and very fast!
I really enjoyed the chicken banh mi I had and am excited to try their pho and rolls. I also love that the bread is baked daily. The ingredients were all fresh and tasty! Though I do feel you get a lot more bread than fillings in your banh mi, or at least I did.
Service was great and very fast!
Lena J.
Aug 06, 2017
Report
Tl;dr macaron ice cream sandwiches are disappointing - there's a reason people only post photos of them before biting in :(
The vegetarian banh mi ($6) has a good balance of flavors, but there was too much bread compared to the filling, and the bread was pretty dry throughout (not just a super crispy crust, but just generally really dry). They sometimes run out of bread during the day and you have to wait for the next batch, which means that it's baked fresh every day!
I've usually heard China Gate recommended over Ginger Deli for pho, but I haven't tried it here.
The ice
The vegetarian banh mi ($6) has a good balance of flavors, but there was too much bread compared to the filling, and the bread was pretty dry throughout (not just a super crispy crust, but just generally really dry). They sometimes run out of bread during the day and you have to wait for the next batch, which means that it's baked fresh every day!
I've usually heard China Gate recommended over Ginger Deli for pho, but I haven't tried it here.
The ice
Aparna B.
Oct 18, 2016
Report
Small deli downtown with Vietnamese classics like Banh Mi and Pho!
I've had the tofu banh mi here several times and I don't know if it's the best banh mi I've had in Ann Arbor, but I definitely say it's one of my favorites!
This visit I tried their Pho for the first time. It's hard to find good vegetarian pho or ramen so knowing theirs is made with vegetable broth, packed with veggies (daikon and carrot), herbs and tofu, is great! Overall, I really liked it. The overall taste was pungent and strong in that ginger/lemongrass sense, the broth was hot, the way it was
I've had the tofu banh mi here several times and I don't know if it's the best banh mi I've had in Ann Arbor, but I definitely say it's one of my favorites!
This visit I tried their Pho for the first time. It's hard to find good vegetarian pho or ramen so knowing theirs is made with vegetable broth, packed with veggies (daikon and carrot), herbs and tofu, is great! Overall, I really liked it. The overall taste was pungent and strong in that ginger/lemongrass sense, the broth was hot, the way it was
