Num Pang Sandwich Shop
“Lots of flavor and lots of options, ranging from pork belly to steak to shrimp to even vegan/vegetarian friendly options.”
“I hate coconut, but the coconut flakes didn't bother me too much as the corn was smothered with chipotle mayo.”
“Great midtown spot, especially if you're near Times Square and need a fast, quick, casual eatery option.”
Num Pang Sandwich Shop
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
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Funny how I had never heard of this place before (which makes sense since it is in NY and I am in FL), but the week after I try it, I read an article about how it is one of the 5 or 10 up and coming sandwich shops to look out for. I'm giving it 3 stars because mine was just A-OK, but I did like it. I don't think I ordered the best one though and probably should have gone a different direction. Still, if they expanded and came to FL or some other place I was travelling, I would probably give it another shot.
Think of it like a Bahn Mi Jimmy Johns meats Chipotle, only its the Cambodian version of a Bahn Mi…or, since I am sure I just insulted 2 cultures there, its a Cambodian sandwich that is reminiscent of a Bahn Mi…or, perhaps a Bahn Mi is reminiscent of this Cambodian sandwich. There, I think I covered all scenarios
They have noodle and rice bowls and salads as well, but the sandwiches are served with cucumber, pickled carrots, cilantro and chili mayo on a semolina or quinoa baguette baked fresh daily, proving once again I know hot to copy and paste from a menu. I decided on the ginger BBQ brisket, which tells you all you need to know about these sandwiches, which is, they are not authentic. I highly doubt you can get a ginger BBQ brisket sandwich in Cambodia. Maybe I'm wrong, but I don't think so. Anyway, the sandwich was good, but the ginger BBQ and the brisket just didn't go well with the chili mayo. My girlfriend's spicy tofu was better, and I think the pulled pork, chicken, or pork belly would have been better. Unfortunately though, the brisket missed the mark.
This is a great place because it can serve anyone – vegetarian? They have cauliflower and tofu and when we were there, a portabello mushroom special. Pescatarian? Shrimp and catfish options. Meat eater? Everything else. That said, they will not modify or substitute their sandwiches, so if you're a picky eater, then this isn't the place for you.
I may not have had the best experience, but I still liked it and would like to give it another shot. Hope they're successful, and I hope someone who can make a mean Bahn Mi follows their example and opens a similar shop.
I ordered the spicy pork rice bowl and the chicken rice soup. The rice bowl had good flavor but the grilled carrots were still really raw. The pork wad tender though. The chicken rice soup was nothing special. That night I had some bad stomach problems though.
Sandwiches were good, but not as flavorful as other Cambodian sandwich shops. I love cilantro and this sandwich was packed with it, but unfortunately the meat was not up to par. As a side note, after eating the sandwich, my stomach did not feel the best and later that night I had extreme stomach pains and fell ill. I'm wondering if the meat in my sandwich was not good. Needless to say, when we return to NYC we will probably not come back due to the illness.
. I got the chicken chimchurri sandwich with the cool yogurt sauce . The bread was garlicy, which overpowered the chicken's flavor, but overall probably one of the best sandwiches in the area. A little heavy for a hot day. Not a bad line. But they always seem to be out of tap water.
I want to come back and try the chicken chimi churri rice bowl it looked delicious with the vegetables and sauce
Great fast-casual concept. Popped in here recently before a Broadway show with my wife and daughter for a quick bite. We sampled a few items together…a sandwich and a couple of bowls.
The five spice glazed pork belly sandwich was similar to a Banh mi with fresh vegetables and a little kick in the sauce. It was delicious! Next was the skirt steak noodle bowl which was served with cold vermicelli noodles, lettuce, a protein and various spices. Both my wife and daughter really loved this concoction. But in my opinion, the best dish of the three was the roasted chicken rice bowl made with brown rice, veggies, chili yogurt and chive lime vinaigrette. The blending of flavors in this meal was really excellent and unusual.
I would definitely come back here again to one of the many locations around the city.
A little disappointed with the pork belly sandwich. The menu above the register did not specify it comes with pickled pear and I definitely did not enjoy the texture of it in the middle of my sandwich. I also paid extra for more chili mayo but still ended up feeling like there was a lot of bread and less filling. I'd be willing to come back for the pork sandwich or rice bowls as they looked interesting.
2 stars for really fast service and almost good flavors.
I got a Chicken Rice Bowl – $12.
It's supposed to have rice, veggies, chicken, some sauces. Generally healthy lunch.
It is mainly rice. Decent amount of chicken. Hardly ANY vegetables. I had a couple of onion pieces, some green beans? (I think) and 2 pieces of zucchini. Oh, and don't forget the 4 large pieces of raw carrots…. also the rice had oil under it. Where did that even come from?
Needless to say, I did not eat much of my food. I feel like I wasted my money and I won't be back. Sorry Num Pang.
Hipster vibe but this Cambodian joint is like the Pol Pot version of Seinfeld soup nazi. Tried to order food with no chili sauce and was told company policy forbids it. B.s.