I've been revisiting a few old favorite restaurants lately, so today I dropped into Butch's. I'm…read moreglad I did! I ordered a half turkey sandwich on squaw bread with a side of potato salad. Unlike your run-of-the-mill sandwich shop that offer lettuce and tomato, Butch's sandwiches also include onion and pickles for a real "pow" of flavor. The meat is high quality and was almost like fresh roasted. The potato salad was the typical Reser's style, but still tasty and a nice tangy complement to the sandwich. A half-sandwich at Butch's is the size one would consider a full sandwich if you made it at home, so a full sandwich would really be like having two. I paid around $11 for the half and the salad, making it a much better deal and a healthier alternative to the burgers and burritos you can get nearby. The shop isn't fancy, with a couple of communal tables inside and a few picnic tables outside, but the service was friendly. I'll be back soon!

Best little sandwich spot in the city. The service is fast and friendly…read more Gets a little busy during the lunch break but it's to be expected. Never had anything on the menu that wasn't delicious.

So good I came back 2 days in a row!…read more Right in the heart of downtown Riverside is the most delicious and precious sandwich shop. Right when we walked in the door, we were hit with the smell of freshly baking bread. We ordered a variety of items from a chicken salad salad, a tuna salad salad, a tuna salad wrap with avocado, a toasted grilled cheese and a turkey avocado sandwich on a croissant. The stars of the show may have been the potato salad and the pasta salad. All and all everything tasted fresh and delicious. My 4-year-old picky eater requested we go back the next day and that's how I knew it was top notch. As if this place couldn't get any better, we had impeccable service from the husband and wife owners each day. They informed us they've been in business over 25 years and the long line developing behind us was a testament just to house special this place actually is. Definitely give this spot a try!

Attended a conference at the Riverside Convention Center and grabbed lunch at the Upper Crust. Very…read morewarm and welcoming. I was also offered samples since it was my first time visiting. I had a turkey and ham sandwich with half carrot sticks/ half fruit. It was all fresh and tasty. I will definitely visit again when in the area!

This was my first time visiting D'Elias, which is actually a childhood favorite of my wife's. I…read morelove a good sandwich shop, so I was excited to try it. The first small disappointment was finding out they don't offer mushrooms. As a big mushroom fan, especially on a hot sandwich, that was a bit of a letdown -- but not a deal breaker. I ordered the D'Loaded Cheese Steak, which honestly would've been perfect with mushrooms. When I opened it up, it looked absolutely delicious. The flavor definitely delivered -- I won't deny that at all. It was very tasty. My main issue was the texture and structure of the sandwich. It came out extremely hot and very wet. The bottom of the bread was completely soaked, which made it difficult to pick up without it falling apart. I just wish the bread had held up better so I could've enjoyed it without the mess. Overall, the flavor was great, but I hope they can improve the sandwich structure a bit. I'd be willing to give it another try.

First time here. Placed look clean. Asked if they had combos, was told they do not everything is…read moreseparate. Ordered 2 half sandwiches 2 sides and 2 med. drinks. $48 dollars. Good lawd! (Was lobster on these sandwiches) Pros - Food was good. Fresh ingredients Potato salad was very good. Place was clean. Employees were friendly. Cons - Too expensive for what we got. We could've went to a good full service sit down restaurant for much less (tip included). Will we be back? I'd like to say yes but not at these prices. Also the 40 min drive makes it not worth it. I understand good food is not cheap but I'll stick to closer/cheaper sandwiche shops near me (Green Shack/Saverinos)

Amazing what a place will do when you don't overthink things…read more.. Came about this place quite randomly. Had the Cardelli sandwich. It was good. That simple. Appreciate the family business feel. Recommend.

Before my mother passed away, we'd go to Cardelli's on a regular basis after her dialysis…read moretreatments nearby. Let me tell you, the sandwiches are absolutely amazing! Their Cardelli Specialty Sandwich is one of my favorites, along with the Hot Italian Beef Sandwich! Their Antipasto Salad pairs great with any sandwich! They've always been tasty, and always filling! We have never had bad service, the staff have always been great in our experience! The interior has several tables, and is ADA compliant. Why I brought this up: My mother was wheelchair bound, and it's very important to me that an establishment has handicap accessibility. Don't think too hard, swing by and give them a try!

Encore Opening June 22-23rd! 1972-2026 Substation Farewell…read moreFood- this place fed me post breakups, midterms, etc. Always ordered the same sub with a side of potato salad. On June 20th, 2026, Substation has closed its doors after a fantastic run! Service- owner was always so personable and remembered a face! The staff was united because he build a community and special outings for employees. The memories were always posted on the wall. Ambiance- the owner and family made the seating and tables I recall. Very simple with patio seating available. Amazing job! You will be sorely missed.

Sad to hear this spot was going and had to go back one last time! Got the big dude on this occasion…read morewhich is one of my go to's. Subs are always fresh and packed with toppings here. I hope they find another location on campus or in Riverside to continue!

5 stars for always being consistent and delicious. I mainly visit on Saturdays for lunch and it…read morecan be busy but the staff is pretty efficient and gets orders out quick. Honestly, the line is mainly due to the customers taking their sweet time while ordering. You might have a hard time finding a table to sit at inside, but they also have outside seating. Price-wise you'll probably spend around $15-$20 per person. I highly recommend their grilled chicken sandwhich. It comes with grilled chicken, lettuce and tomato, all on a toasted sourdough bread covered with pesto and cheese. For the side I typically get the Italian pasta salad, which is always delicious. One thing about this sandwhich is that the chicken will never cover the entire bread and it will never be distributed evenly. So you will always have one half that has less chicken and ends up being part veggie pesto sandwhich, which is still worth it. The other favorite is a turkey club sandwhich on a croissant. It's basic, but also very tasty. They also carry a variety of pastries and serve Klatch coffee (brewed coffee) if you need a sweet treat afterward.

I've only had the breakfast platter here, eggs, really good bacon, perfectly seasoned potatoes and…read morefresh sourdough toast, it's so good I haven't gotten around to trying something else. Definitely 5 stars for the breakfast Atmosphere inside is very welcoming and cute nothing fancy just an old school feel which I like Customer service 5 stars for sure. Employees have been friendly each time and they bring out food to you on the patio. Unfortunately the location is increasingly a problem at least while sitting outside. Lots of homeless people around some on drugs and some unstable. Last time I was there a homeless man threw an orange at someone who was eating next to me for no reason at all. It's not the first time something happens that feels unsafe and although there's not much the restaurant can do about it it does affect the ambience

Try this place!…read more Brought my daughter here because I was at RMC and had an hour wait for an appt. She had the strawberry Macha, Caprese Crunch. I had the Patrami Breakfast sandwich and a reg Macha. My daughter loved it, I also thought the food was great. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful.

Every time I go (I work nearby) I get something new, and the pastrami pepperjack is my fave so far…read more It's technically a breakfast sandwich but it doesn't really feel like it. It was very busy, I went at 12:30 on a Thursday. Only waited 15 minutes total and all my food was hot and fresh. Service and hospitality was great, as usual.

I've been to this location a few times now, and it never disappoints. The sandwiches always taste…read morefresh, and you can really tell they use quality ingredients. It's become one of my go-to spots! The vibe is great, the staff is friendly, and the restaurant is always clean. If you're looking for a great lunch, this is the place to go.

Cilantro chicken salad was nice. I wish I would have tried their cookies because they looked…read moredelicious. 3 stars because it was a little underwhelming for my standards. Really basic, but still decent. Try it if you're looking from something quick & easy. Service was nice too.