Marrickville Pork Roll — Marrickville, Sydney

A Sydney benchmark for classic bánh mì

Marrickville Pork Roll is one of the names most often used as a reference point in Sydney bánh mì conversations. The original Illawarra Road counter is small, fast-moving and built around takeaway trade. Its traditional pork roll brings together sliced pork, pâté, mayonnaise, pickled carrot and daikon, cucumber, coriander and chilli in a crisp baguette.

What to order

First-time visitors should begin with the traditional pork roll. It gives the clearest view of the shop’s balance: savoury spreads, cool vegetables, sharp pickles and fresh herbs. If you are comparing several shops, order chilli lightly so it does not overwhelm the next stop.

Good to know

Queues are common around lunch but generally move quickly. Meat-free salad combinations may be available, although vegetarian and vegan diners should confirm the pâté, mayonnaise, butter, bread and sauces. Menus, prices and opening hours can change, so check locally before travelling.

Neighbourhood: Marrickville, Inner West
Best for: a first Sydney bánh mì and the start of an Inner West food crawl.

Back to the Sydney guide · Browse more shop profiles

More shops nearby

Enmore Delicious Roll — Enmore, Sydney · Hong Ha Bakery — Mascot, Sydney