Excellent quality food with outstanding taste. My vote for the best sandwich shop in the area. I…read morelove the eclectic young feel to it. We'll be back to sample the live music!!

Street parking or lot nearby. Crowded…read more Order at the bar. Plenty of chip options. Staff is friendly and a huge variety of sandwiches. I got the Reuben. The meat was a bit stringy and hard to chew. Maybe normal for this cut. Slightly salty for my taste but good flavor. Solid other than the meat texture. Will try a different sandwich next time

So cute! My friend and I had lunch here the other day and I was surprised and delighted. The food…read moreportions are amazing and the smells alone could have satisfied me. Luckily, we were able to eat and drink too hehe. Staff was super helpful and nice :) definitely will be coming back.

What a cozy place! Went here for dinner on a Friday night with friends and it was great! We had…read morereservations at 645 and we were seated right away. It was pretty busy inside and on the patio, so definitely recommend reservations. The staff was very friendly and helped us pick out good options. We had the fresh cheese appetizer to start and it was sooo good and followed it with the spinach and pepperoni pizzas. Both were good but the spinach was my favorite!!! We were celebrating my friend's birthday so they gave him a free cookie! So kind of them and such a good cookie!! Lots of big chocolate chunks. We also ordered a slice of almond polenta cake and it was fantastic. Overall, a great little spot with good service and food, so I'll have to come back to try their lunch menu!

Central State Sandwiches is a great addition to the 2nd Shift Brewery. A nice variety of sandwiches…read moreon great chewy hogie bread The ChopCheese features a great combo of short rib, brisket and tri-tip Tender and full of flavor. The Pesto Chicken Club is also very good. The Jalapeño cheese adds a little heat. The wings are marinated in buttermilk. Both buffalo and bourbon sauces are house made as is the Ranch dressing. The owner / chef is personable and helpful. Housed in the family friendly 2nd Shift Brew Pub.

This spot is located inside 2nd shift brewing. The chopped cheese was pretty good. They use union…read moreloafers bread. Fast service. Order online and pick up at inside window.

What a local gem! We ordered the Beef N Gravy, half Chicken Parm, and meatball appetizer…read more Everything was incredible! The meatballs were flavorful and both sandwiches were perfectly toasted. There was a group ahead on us but the line moved quickly and we got our food quickly. The service was great! The staff were wonderful and the general ambiance was really nice.

The bread!!!! I had the Turkey Special half and when it came out I have to admit I was slightly…read moredisappointed in how it looked. Not a lot of meat, iceberg lettuce and a simple tomato. But, looks can be deceiving! The bread - so soft and flavorful really made this sandwich. The meat and toppings were nicely balanced and it was a lovely, fresh sandwich. The toasted ravioli that my friend had looked amazing and the Sicilian salad looked amazing. I would try both of those next time!

A perfect sandwich. The Hot Salami. Recognized by James Beard. I did mine on garlic cheese bread…read morewith peppers. Got there early and then it got really crowded. Definitely worth stopping when in St Louis

We chose this sandwich shop because they're a well-known small business in STL, and whenever we…read morehost visitors from out of town for luncheons we always try to support local restaurants so they can get a true taste of St. Louis. Since this place is such a staple, we figured we had to give it a try. The place was absolutely packed, which clearly shows it's a local favorite. Even with how busy they were, our pickup order was ready on time -- actually before the scheduled pickup since I arrived about five minutes early. The atmosphere definitely had that classic local sandwich shack vibe and seemed like it would make a great casual lunch spot for almost any occasion. Unfortunately, the food itself just didn't live up to the reputation for us. We ordered the hot salami sandwiches, which they're known for, but they were extremely greasy and the only flavors that really stood out were mustard and grease. We expected a lot more flavor and balance considering it's their specialty item. We also placed a large luncheon order of 10 sandwiches. Everyone was satisfied overall and the food was decent enough, but nothing really stood out or made us excited to come back. We personally prefer Adriana's for both flavor and overall quality. One of the biggest disappointments was that none of the sandwiches had cheese on them, even though we paid an extra $2 per sandwich for the garlic cheese bread upgrade. That was frustrating considering the additional charge. Honestly, I'm guessing we may have just caught them on an off day because it's obvious this spot has a loyal following. We still appreciate supporting local STL businesses and can understand why so many people love it -- it just wasn't quite the experience we were expecting.

Been there, ate that, bought the tee shirt (literally, because it was so good)…read more You know how fun it is to walk in somewhere where the people working really love what they do? That's Garden Variety Deli. Genuinely kind, cool people who are passionate about their food--and it shows! Every ingredient is perfection and it's a good thing I don't live closer or those cookies would become a daily ritual. Plus, farm-to-table produce means you can safely get a salad here even when regular lettuce is apparently giving everyone diarrhea. Stop in and get a killer sandwich and baked goods from these fine folks!

Stopped in after the Farmers Market on a Saturday. It was busy, they were doing a cute pop up in…read morethe back area. I had already decided on going with Turkey, again but when I went to the counter to order they were out of the turkey. The staff manning the counter suggested the Roast Beef. I was skeptical as I have my favorite roast beef sandwiches, but I went with it. They are super friendly here and everything is so fresh! I had to go with their suggestion. I added on a peach scone. Took a seat at the counter by the window, grabbed a glass of water from the dispenser and read me book and watched the people till my sandwich was ready. All the sandwiches come on their house made focaccia and it is very good! Roast beef, romesco, pickled radish, aioli, and greens. It was a delicious sandwich, I loved the pickled radish and the whole sandwich had great flavor and freshness that you could taste - just like everything I have had here. I ate half and saved half for lunch the next day. I like scones as they are a nice dough but not overly sweet. This one had great texture and crumb. Love this place, the people and the food are great!

Elaine's is the kind of sandwich shop that makes you question every sad lunch you've ever had. Why…read moredid I ever trust that gas station wrap? Why did I think I could make a sandwich at home like a fool? This place is a glorious tribute to what a sandwich should be--stacked, saucy, unapologetically messy, and made with love (and probably a little witchcraft). The bread alone deserves its own standing ovation. The vibe? Retro-diner-meets-your-cool-aunt's-kitchen. The kind of spot where you half expect someone to slide into the booth next to you and spill small-town secrets over a pickle spear. Elaine's isn't just a sandwich shop. It's a portal to happiness, tucked between antique stores and dreams. Go hungry, leave full, and don't wear white--these sandwiches come with personality and sauce.

Closed on Tuesday at 12:45pm. Posted hours on Yelp show it open. I am not sure if this is temporary…read moreor permanent. No information is posted outside.

For a cocktail bar, I give this place 5/5 stars. The alcoholic and alcohol free cocktails are…read moredelicious and the vibe is immaculate. I particularly like how the menu has illustrations of the cocktails so you know how they are served. Plus everything is seasonal! For food, I give it a 4/5. The appetizers, including the cauliflower, onion rings, and poutine are excellent but the entree menu is limited to mostly sandwiches and I've found the entrees just ok-to-good for the price. It's easy to walk in for lunch but I recommend a reservation for dinner to avoid the chaos!

Searching for new resturants in stumbled across this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try…read more I want hungry and wanted cocktails but my husband had an appetite. When we arrived it was steady but we were seated pretty quickly. The atmosphere is really nice and intimate. Nice music and vibes. Tables are really small for a table of 2. Menu options looks great and the cocktail menu too. Our server was nice and friendly. For the table, we ordered chicken wings, onion rings and green chile cheeseburger and that burger was highly recommended. For my cocktail, I ordered a peach bite. Food came out at a decent time and it didn't really hit the spot. The wings weren't bad. I like the tangy taste of the sauce they are tossed in but i did not like dressing on the side. It's their green goddess which was not good to us. My husband did not like his burger at all. However the onion rings were a hit. My Peach bite was wonderful. Very cute ice block branded but not a lot of cocktail in the glass. Maybe I would return with friends knowing what not to order but it's a definite no for my husband.

Stopped in in a Saturday to pick up lunch for my husband. Got there right before the lunch rush…read more Got in line to wait, they have a freezer case with lots of options for take home meals. Line moves quickly and we were taking to go and didn't need a table. I stood close to the door, people were piling in! A couple walked in with the line ending at the door, said this must be amazing and I assured them it was. I was shocked when a couple minutes later they left. They missed out! Sandwiches, salads, sides, soup, frozen meals to go. Lots to offer,

The bottom line: Adriana's makes some of the best sandwiches in St. Louis. it's also a jewel on The…read moreHill. * Best time: Go when there's little or no line. * Our rule: More than 10 people in line? We pass. When it's crowded, we've had orders come out wrong, and asking questions can sometimes lead to staff arguing rather than helping. * The competition: Gioia's, Gramophone, and Union Loafers are more consistent when busy. * Our pick: When Adriana's isn't crowded, we actually prefer it over all three. Verdict: Incredible sandwiches, but go when it's quiet.

Great subs and great service. If your in the St. Louis area this is the place to go. I pass through…read moreSt Louis once a year and this is where I go. Price is reasonable, subs are amazing, atmosphere is chill, and there's always friendly people behind the counter.

The Italian chopped salad is plentiful! Enough for 2. I always get the oil & vinegar as my…read moredressing. The croutons are yummy! I would add a couple banana peppers to give it an extra layer of flavor but it's a great salad. Customer service is always friendly and the establishment is always clean inside and out!