Banh Mi 136

Verdict

If you want a fast, affordable late-night option near Zurich's Europaallee corridor, Banh Mi 136 is worth knowing about. It's a direct Vietnamese sandwich spot at Europaallee 20 in the 8004 district — a neighborhood that has developed quickly around Zurich's main station and attracts a crowd that wants something quick and satisfying without committing to a full sit-down meal. For explorers who've already done the city's formal dining circuit and want something grounded and practical after hours, this is a sensible pick. Booking is easy — walk-in format is the norm for venues of this type.

The Space

Europaallee is a dense, modernist stretch built around Zurich HB, which means the physical context here is functional rather than atmospheric. Expect a compact setup oriented around counter service and quick turnover , the spatial logic of a banh mi shop is efficiency: order, collect, eat. This is not a venue for a long table evening. If you're after a room with character, Widder or Widder (Swiss) will serve you better. But if the goal is a well-priced sandwich after a late arrival into Zurich or an evening exploring the station district, the compact format works in your favor.

Late-Night Positioning

The PEA-R-12 angle applies clearly here: Banh Mi 136 occupies a gap in Zurich's after-hours food options that the city's higher-end dining scene doesn't cover. Zurich's formal restaurant circuit , anchored by venues like IGNIV Zürich by Andreas Caminada and The Counter , closes early by international standards. A Vietnamese sandwich shop near a major transit hub fills a real practical need for travelers arriving late, or for locals who want something to eat after the main dinner window has passed. That utility is the core of what this venue offers.

Who Should Go

This is the right call if you're arriving into Zurich HB in the evening and want something filling and affordable before heading to your hotel. It's also worth flagging for the food-curious traveler who wants to see how a city's informal food culture compares to its formal one , Zurich's Vietnamese sandwich scene operates well below the price point of its tasting-menu restaurants, which is the point. If you're in town for a multi-day visit and have already booked higher-commitment meals at venues like The Restaurant or Eden Kitchen & Bar, Banh Mi 136 slots in as a low-friction lunch or late snack option.

Practical Details

Switzerland Context

If you're building a broader Swiss dining trip, the country's serious restaurant credentials are anchored elsewhere: Schloss Schauenstein in Fürstenau, Hotel de Ville Crissier, and Memories in Bad Ragaz represent the high end of what Switzerland produces. Cheval Blanc by Peter Knogl in Basel and Einstein Gourmet in Sankt Gallen are worth the detour if your itinerary allows. For everything Zurich offers , from bars to experiences , see our full Zurich restaurants guide, our full Zurich bars guide, and our full Zurich experiences guide. For where to stay, our full Zurich hotels guide covers the field. And if your interests extend to wine, our full Zurich wineries guide is a starting point.