In this episode of Sandwich City, we’re following Brendan Tran of Little Kirin in the East Village. His pho sandwich is a standout, combining two Vietnamese staples, pho and banh mi, and becoming a shop best-seller after its opening in August 2022.

But success didn’t happen overnight: Brendan spent a whole summer experimenting with bread types until he found the perfect one. And the broth and brisket? They're also cooked with care and attention. Watch Brendan share how the sandwich is made — and his journey along the way.

North Brother Island is one of New York City’s most mysterious and eerie places. Located in the East River between the Bronx and Rikers Island, this abandoned island is steeped in history and tragedy. Originally developed in the 19th century as a quarantine facility for smallpox patients, it later became infamous as the home of Typhoid Mary, one of the most notorious cases of contagious disease in American history.

The island was repurposed over the decades, serving as a rehabilitation center for drug addicts in the mid-20th century, but was eventually abandoned. Today, it is off-limits to the public and has become an overgrown wildlife sanctuary. Despite its haunting past, it remains a fascinating and forbidden relic of New York City's history.

Join me as we uncover the secrets and stories of North Brother Island and explore why this unique place remains off-limits to visitors.

We'll visit New York's Secret Gas Station Food Spots which are going viral on TikTok and Instagram. Is this the next street food craze that New Yorker's will obsess over?

Gas Stations Restaurants Visited:
1) Smacking Burger- 51-63 8th avenue, New York, New York 10014
2) Fry Factory- 2193 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY
3) Blue Hour- 1525 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY