Tony's Bakery

Tony's Bakery on John Street is a Cabramatta bakery that locals head to for banh mi, and it's easy to see why the rolls get so much talk. The bread is baked in-house and it shows: crisp on the outside, soft and airy in the middle, never dry. Ask around Cabramatta and you'll hear that the fillings are generous and well balanced, with the pate, pickles and fresh vegetables all in good proportion.

The pork is the usual favourite. People rave about the crackling pork and the roast pork rolls in particular, and we've heard the lemongrass chicken and honey chicken have their fans too. One local who stops in whenever they're in the area rotates between those three and calls them solid choices when they're on form. The same person did say the rolls can be a bit hit or miss from one visit to the next, and another found the filling a little light on one occasion.

It's not only about rolls. The pandan waffles are a popular after-school snack, made fresh and light on the wallet, and the ube waffles have a chewy texture that people like because they aren't too sweet. The little custard bears get a happy mention, and so does the freshly squeezed sugar cane juice, which comes with plenty of ice and a citrus edge. A customer has mentioned the chao quay as a savoury fried treat.

Staff are friendly and quick, which suits the grab-and-go style. Takeaway and delivery are both on offer, and there's free street parking nearby. They take cards and mobile payments, though one visitor mentioned being asked for cash, so it's worth having a note on you just in case. Opening hours stretch late into the evening, and it's a handy spot for a night-time bite, but check the hours before you head in.

If you're after a proper Vietnamese pork roll in Cabramatta, this is worth a try, and a pandan waffle on the side is a smart move.