Tim Kee French Sandwiches

This is a unique surprise located in the Jordan neighborhood near the walking bridge from Kowloon station. I have passed by this place numerous times while walking my dog, and finally stopped in to give it a try.
There are only 2 stools in the whole restaurant, so it’s great for a meal on the go. Tim Kee specialize in making Vietnamese bahn mi sandwiches. It’s a bit difficult to decide what to order once you’re inside because there is no English menu. I was lucky to have a young couple translate for me while I was in the quaint restaurant. I order a large pork sandwich. The owner picked up a large bun a placed it into an ancient oven. It came out and he carefully added carrots, cucumbers, and sauce. The flavor was just right, and the baguette was crispy and flaky on the outside.
There are also some Vietnamese groceries available in the restaurant. It’s not a large selection, but they have the basics for simple meals.
This a perfect location for me when I want something quick and easy to pick up. The sandwiches would also be great of a picnic on the waterfront. They are not comparable to bahn mi sandwiches in Vietnam or the U.S., but they’re pretty good for Hong Kong and will save me from cooking a few nights.
While waiting for my sandwiches, I was looking at the various media coverage and discovered that there are actually 4 or 5 different sandwich choices. Next time I’ll try the point and choose method, and ask for extra sauce on the side.

Banh Mi in Hong Kong isn’t good, unless its from here. I’m sad to say that I don’t know the name of it in English. This place is truly a diamond in the rough. Located next to laundromats and car shops, this place is hard to find.
Surprisingly, there are no lines out the door to purchase a little paper wrapped bundle of goodness. Banh Mi, is a vietnamese sandwich that includes vietnamese cold cuts, vietnamese sausages, pickled carrots, cilantro and a few more secret ingredients all in between a light airy baguette toasted to perfection.
My love for these bad boys started in the states. Coming to Hong Kong, I struggled to find a place that did it right. Other places would have really doughy baguettes, or they would throw in some Chinese ingredients to make it more marketable to locals? I’m not sure, but whatever it is, it ain’t good. A friend brought me here after hearing me go on and on about how a perfect Banh Mi is supposed to taste like. THANK GOODNESS!!!
There are only two people that work in this little shop. Aside from sandwiches, they also sell some dried Vietnamese goods. You will find Phở noodles ready to be made. You can also find some special flavored instant noodles to try at home. Some people have raved about their garlic bread as well but I have yet to try. Drinks are available too, but not a large variety. There are two stools for those who want to eat there. The ambiance isn’t too great, but I guess some like to eat the sandwich right away… I don’t blame them. =)