The Half Downtown

No surprise here. This place is ranked highly by other costumers and their reputation proceeds them. Sandwiches are fresh and delicious. Be prepared to wait about 10-12 minutes for your order. This isn’t Subway, JJ or Jersey Mikes. Nothing against those places(ok maybe Subway lol). My wife ordered The Rachel and I ordered Earnie cold cut with lettuce, onions and cucumber added. Chips are flavorful but will try the potato salad next time.

Great bahn mi, super flavorful and yummy. The bahn mi is loaded up with tofu, lots of hoisin, and spicy sauce. I wouldn’t consider it a traditional bahn mi, they have their own spin on it, but it hits the spot. My only complaint is the atmosphere. It was really smoky inside the whole time I was there. The kitchen and dining area are open and there isn’t much of a division. The staff was super nice and friendly.

My husband was a bit skeptical because of the neighborhood. When the food came out in brown paper, it only heightened his apprehensiveness. Our sandwich was great. They shredded the lettuce finer than I have ever seen before, and it was lightly dressed prior to adding to the ample piles if meat. We also ordered their home made chips. They were crispy however more seasoned than I prefer. All in all, I would definitely return to try another sandwich.

We’re so glad we decided to try The Half! At first glance it looks like a small spot, but they actually have a spacious backyard dining area, which is perfect if the front fills up. When we arrived, the line was a bit long, but service was efficient—we placed our order in about 10 minutes and had our food within 15. We went for all the vegetarian options: the Clara, the Tofu Banh Mi, and the Pepper Pot with Tempeh. Everything was delicious, but the Pepper Pot really stood out—it had a hint of sweetness from the sweet potato purée, paired beautifully with the smoky, toasted ciabatta. The tempeh was flavorful and even won over my wife, who usually isn’t a fan! The Clara was hearty and satisfying with its chickpea salad, and the Tofu Banh Mi had a crispy bun and bold flavors. Great food, wa

Flew into Wilmington last weekend for the marathon and was fortunate enough to stumble upon The Half, and I’m so glad we did. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and the staff was genuinely friendly. Even with a small crowd, we only waited a couple of minutes for a seat. The highlight was the sandwich. Absolutely delicious and easily one of the best meals we had during our trip. Everything tasted fresh and well made. I’ve already told several friends that if they’re ever in Wilmington, they need to stop here. We will definitely be back next time we’re in town.