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    Balboa Sub Shop

    4.6 (353 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches, Delis

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    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    The special-Very filling and great portion.
    Steve V.

    Came here awhile back and I thought I posted a review but I guess I didn't. Well fast forward.... Great hidden gem for north hills if you are in the area looking for great subs!!!! Portions are generous and all the three types of sandwiches I ordered were all great!! I don't get to come here as often as I would like too but this place hasn't disappointed yet and I doubt it ever will. Highly recommend. The may also have a rewards card that get stamped and after so many purchases you get a sandwich, but not sure on the details, either way...great sub spot!!! Keep up the great work. Steve and fam.

    Amazing quality. Pastrami - best in the valley hands down! Recommend by friends I regret taking forever to come and try it out. I've now made on back to back to weeks.

    Barbecue Tri tip slaw FN delicious!

    Sub was delicious! Service was delightful! Can't wait to stop by this shop again and enjoy another sub!

    Mihrdat Y.

    Support local businesses! They have a great variety of subs (hot and cold) options that should fill you right up! Great ingredients and hits the spot when craving a sandwich. Get their hot sauce on the side, you will thank me later!

    The Special Ground beef, pastrami, roast beef, bacon, avocado and homemade hot sauce. Why decide when you can have it all.
    Ryan A.

    Best sandwiches in the entire valley. Great selection of fresh ingredients. Today the "Special" checked all the boxes. Truly a treat and worth driving across town for. Highly recommend Balboa Sub Shop.

    "The Special Sub" - holy moly this was delicious
    Jacob K.

    A+++. Love Balboa Subs. Been going for years. Just look at the photo - must try! Look at how large that sandwich is. Do it! Try it!

    Veggie Sub

    Veggie sub! . Fresh ingredient with Perfectly balanced amount of combo of mustard, vinegar, spice (option) kick on amazing fluffy texture bread. Thank You for making my day w good sandwich!

    Take a look at the insides

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    Balboa subs was my favorite sub sandwiches I've ever had. I'm DEVASTATED seeing they've closed and I'll never be able to have one again

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    Balboa Sub Shop is the best Sammy in the valley! Turkey Bacon & Avo is out of this world.

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    Decent sandwiches, large sizes, good prices. Nothing too special. If u need a sandwich, this is fine.

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    $20 for a 10" sub and a can of soda but it is GOOD!! Highly recommend, I will be back'

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    1 year ago

    Best Authentic fresh Subs.. The Owner Mike is a great guy... I Highly recommend these subs...

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    Tried this for the first time hands down 5 stars tried "The Special" and the Italian cold cuts definitely a must try 10/10

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    The sandwich's are top tier. You really cannot compete or compare these kind of sandwiches. The sauces are amazing.

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    Ask the Community - Balboa Sub Shop

    When ordering catering how far in advance so I place a order?

    If it's a not too large, the day before by 3pm is acceptable. Bigger orders need a couple days.

    Do they cater? If so, can it be a mix of sandwiches? Price rang?

    Yes, catering is available. We do party subs, as well as mixed platters of our standard subs. Prices start at $54 and can be customized.

    Need current prices on hot and cold sandwiches, thank you?

    About 10 to 13dollars

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    This turned out to be a pleasant surprise. My favorite chain sandwich shop is Jersey Mikes, and I…read morewas in the area and someone suggested I try this place, so here I am. They have a very extensive menu and I tried The Hero, which includes turkey, roast beef, and ham. I don't like ham, and as they were making the sandwich, they called over to me and asked if I'd like to make that up with more rb and turkey. That was very much appreciated that they reached out proactively like that. They have several different bread choices and the sandwich was really good. Tasted fresh not processed, and the veggies were fresh and crisp too. They topped it off with a free cookie and that was really good too! A very friendly crew and lots of parking out front. I hope they expand into other parts of LA because I'd like to try them again.

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    0.3 miNorthridge
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    I have had a couple of quick and delicious lunches at this Jersey Mikes and have been pretty…read moresatisfied with the quality of my food and overall service whenever I have stopped by. It has a standard sandwich shop vibe and while I typically place my orders online, the staff has been very quick and efficient during my pickups. I do appreciate that they always include napkins with my orders as I have gone to other locations that don't provide napkins and I always tend to forget to grab some. Thank you for a consistently good lunch!

    OMG I've fallen in love with this sandwiches place by way of my son. He was at a track meet and I…read morewas in route and I was looking for a sandwich to buy him from Subway. There was no subway nearby so I thought about this place. I found one close to where I was. I purchased a turkey sandwich on white bread with the lettuce, oil and vinegar, salt and pepper. Very basic. I was a little nervous that he wasn't gonna like the sandwich because he's been used to eating Subway nonetheless from the Track field. He yelled out I want more of that sandwich. It was delicious. When we got in the car, he expressed more about how delicious it was the bread, the freshness of the meat, the freshness of the shredded lettuce, and the ingredients. we raved about this place he wanted a morning, noon and night. The service was wonderful and polite and the store was nice and clean. I really like the wood decor and ambience. They also give a free chocolate chip cookie to Kids. And you can earn points to earn free sandwiches.

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    4.5 miTarzana
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    I'm writing to you from the Burro Flats painted cave - and here I shall spend the rest of my days -…read morebecause there's no reason to participate in society anymore. All the answers to all the mysteries have been answered, including (but not limited to): What is life's purpose? Is there an afterlife? Why is Ed Sheeran famous? I've studied the holy texts. I've followed a guru. I've attended silent retreats. None had the powers of illumination harnessed within the fresh-baked $8 cookies from The Carving Board. Specifically the chocolate chip cookie and the lemon coconut cookie. (The Turkey Dinner sandwich ain't too shabby, either. (Ask for extra gravy.)) I'll see you soon in the caves. Bring firewood. And more cookies.

    I felt like staying home for this visit with the Carving Board and it still felt like an awesome…read moreexperience! I ordered the Health Nut and a side of Turkey Chili. I also got Deep Fried Oreos since someone mentioned they got some at a fair recently. The Health Nut made me feel great while I was eating and after I ate it as well. It is hard to not eat an item filled with avocado, mushrooms, pickled vegetables, baby cucumbers, cashews, chimichurri and sunflower seeds on vegan telera! The side dish of the chili made it a great combination. As for the dessert, four Oreo cookies that were battered and deep fried with powdered sugar and Ghirardelli chocolate made this wholesome meal one of the best I had in awhile! I really enjoy this place and the variety that the menu offers!

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