Lotus Cafe & Banh Mi Sandwiches, Chicago

###Press Box: Lotus Cafe & Bánh Mì Founded by UIC graduates and husband and wife Dao Nguyen and Kim Dao, Lotus Cafe & Bánh Mì introduces the taste of fresh, flavorful Vietnamese cuisine to University Village. Each day, hungry students and longtime locals enjoy the cafe’s light, delicate spring rolls, sweet Vietnamese coffee drinks, and bánh mì sandwiches made with Southeast Asian pickles, sauteed meat, and toasted French bread. Read on to learn more about this on-campus oasis for Vietnamese cuisine: “There aren't a ton of great ethnic restaurants in the University Village Marketplace on UIC's campus, but **Lotus is a game-changer**.” — Steve Dolinsky of ABC7 “The honey grilled pork banh mi ($6.45) is one of the **very best I've had in Chicago.** The baguette used at Lotus is crusty and wafts a fresh yeasty perfume with every bite.” — RedEye “These spring rolls achieve the **perfect balance of flavor and texture**, and are great choices to start with or to satisfy those looking for a light, health-conscious meal.” — Chicagoist