Sesame Dinette 1750 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90813

"This is truly a gem of a hole in the wall!! Almost literally, and I say that with respect and appreciation. This cute little eatery is easy to miss, being tucked in a very small strip mall (if it even qualifies as that!) between a small pharmacy and a laundromat, just south of the Arco on the corner of PCH and Pacific. But once you have eaten here, boy oh boy is it hard to forget! I come here about once every other week when I'm on a regular work schedule. Became hooked immediately with their unique bahn mi sandwiches and their pate chaud. Now I'm completely obsessed with their plant-based shrimp spring rolls and their grilled pork bun bowl. That bowl is the perfect balance of light and filling, flavorful and refreshing. It is one of my lunch go-to options. And the plant-based shrimp rolls are AMAZING. Obviously I'm not vegan, but this is an item that I enjoy so much despite it all. I have yet to try their pho. Maybe one of these days. They do have seating inside, but no restroom. Also, parking lot is small and shared, so I avoid coming during peak lunch hours, usually after 1 to pick up my food, and I've had no issues."

"Came for a light lunch with sesame banh mi sandwich with pulled chicken, and oatmilk latte with salted pandan. The sandwich was light, well toasted, and the chicken reminds me of chicken salad made with fresh chicken. The sandwich was really enjoyable and the coffee is also good. I did wish the pandan flavor was stronger in the coffee."

"Saw a short video on social media and went down to try this little place. Outstanding pho.... but my favorite their Vietnamese version of a French dip sandwich on the fantastic bread that's pressed flat and crispy and the meat is braised brisket with a phi au jus. Superb!"

"Amazing!!! If you like Pho and just good Vietnamese food in general, Sesame Dinette is a must try, and a must take your friends. I tried the Pho French Dip Sando, spring rolls (even though vegan, still very tasteful) and the beef meatballs. Everything was on point. I will be going here again to try more of the menu."