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    Dad's Sandwiches

    4.6 (416 reviews)
    Closed • 10:30 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    DAD'S SANDWICHES ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Fusion hand made chips
    Kelsey H.

    No words. One of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Loved this little shop so much. I was greater with a warm welcome and was able to order a turkey sandwich on focaccia and omg the bread is to die for. Not to mention their handmade fusion chips! I met the owner and he was so kind. Thank you both for making something so simple so delicious. I can't wait to come back.

    Michelle N.

    My bf is a sandwich connoisseur and dad's is one of his favorites. I've had their Italian before, but this time I decided to try their dip sandwiches. It was good, however the meat was a bit dry, and the bread was soggy from it being soaked in the sauce. My bf's turkey sandwich was delicious, the bread was fresh, and the filling inside isn't also your standard deli meat. I think I just got the wrong thing this time. I'll stick to the Italian lol The people are also super friendly made me feel welcomed in the store! It is indoor and outside seating available!

    Yummy

    What a great find! From the moment I walked in, the staff was friendly and welcoming. The restaurant was clean, the service was fast, and the food was absolutely outstanding. I ordered the Hot Italian Beef, and it was one of the best I've had in a long time. The bread was fresh, the ingredients were high quality, and everything was made perfectly. Every bite was packed with flavor, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve. If you're looking for a place with amazing sandwiches, great customer service, and a welcoming atmosphere, this is definitely the spot. I'll absolutely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious meal!

    Nancy L.

    I was in this plaza for AAA and saw this tiny sandwich shop that has great reviews. As I was standing in line all the customers were raving about the food. I got the pastrami, hot Italian beef, chicken parm and meatball sandwich. The pastrami was really juicy and tender, it was a bit oily so I think half portion is good enough. The other sandwiches were very good as well. There are a few tables set up inside and outside. The staff was very friendly. It is part of the Target plaza so there is plenty of parking available.

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    Tony U.

    Dad's, Mission Viejo I discovered Dad's tucked into a strip-mall cluster at 27533 Puerta Real (so yes, it is in a shopping hub -- plenty of storefronts, a Target nearby, and that blessed sea of asphalt parking you California suburban dreamers live for). Wednesday, 1 pm status report: the lot was swamped -- I'd peg it ~95 % full. If you roll in thinking "lulz, plenty of parking," be forewarned: the hive is real. The Vibe & What I Loved (and What I Didn't, but Lightly) This reads like the scribbling of a maniacally caffeinated food enthusiast. Enjoy. Dad's feels intensely home-grown. I mean, they've got homemade lemonades (mango, pineapple, lemon, the works), homemade chips (salt & pepper or spicy Italian -- both solid), homemade bread (soft, tearable artisan style), and a hand-scrawled chalkboard menu that looks like it might revolt any minute. That's your evidence, Your Honor -- it's not a franchise; it's a deli with personality. I ordered the large pastrami (a $16 "toll fee" to sail past hunger's border). Service was warm, friendly, chatty. The interior is petite (like adorable "blink and you miss a seat" small), but there are two outdoor tables, which are perfect for the "Groundhog Day 75° sunny blue-sky" routine California gives you ~345 days a year. They give you a half pickle with the pastrami. It was pretty darn good. Not "Lower East Side, angel-voice-choir" deli level, but respectable. After the sandwich, I drifted into a food coma state, which I (paradoxically) hold up as evidence that they did something right. All told, I'd rate it 4/5. It's not the best deli in the multiverse, but I adore that it's family run and homemade. It feels real. A Few Slight Nits (because I must) * The space is cramped, so if all seats are taken, you might feel like you're part of a sandwich assembly line. * It doesn't transport you to New York's Jewish deli heaven, but that's okay -- expectations must be tempered. * The chalkboard menu is charming until you realize you can't read your own tablet because glare. (Yes, I overthink this.) Bottom line: When you find yourself in Mission Viejo and your soul is screaming for pastrami (October 2025), Dad's is a damn fine option. Solid 4 of 5. I respect what they're doing.

    Chicken Parmesan
    Amy H.

    Love this place!!! So good. First time coming here and they were awesome!!! Super friendly and accommodating! My chicken Parmesan sandwich was so good. My dad ate all of his and said it was the best sub he's had in a long time.

    3. Pastrami Sandwich
    Mary Ann P.

    Wow so delicious! Cute little sandwich shop in a strip mall that is churning out such high quality and generous portions of great sandwiches and salads Owner and staff are so nice and welcoming! The grilled vegetables on focaccia bread was so good. The half portions are so generous. The homemade chips bring it to the next level Hubby had pastrami with dill pickle chips and loved it. We mentioned it was his birthday and they gave us their delicious chocolate walnut cookie on the house! Go check this place out!!

    Half Meatball Sub and spicy house chips
    Gregory O.

    Incredible meatball sub, small but might. The seasoning and tenderness was spot on. Homemade house chips were really good too, for the spicy flavor, like a Cajun spice to them, just enough but not too spicy. Only downside was very small inside and took a little to get our food, but they were busy and it's a small shop so understandable. Would def come back and try the pizza and other sandwich offerings.

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    Ask the Community - Dad's Sandwiches

    First time here (I eat anything) which sandwich should I order?

    Are the sandwiches good?

    Yes! I have enjoyed a grilled chicken sandwich and the Italiano. Half sandwich with chips is perfect

    What kind of sandwiches do you have here?

    For hot sandwiches they have Hot Italian Beef, Meatball Sub, Chicken Parmesan and Italian Grilled Chicken. Cold sandwiches, Dad's Special, The Beef, Italiano and Roasted Vegetable Sandwich. They also have Ham, Pastrami, Turkey Mortadella, Salami and… 

    Now that the shop is under new ownership just checking if you guys kept the Spicy Turkey sandwich that Jerry's had? It was one of our favorites.

    Do you have gluten free bread?

    Yes we do.

    Is this true jewish style?pastrami made in house?

    No we are an Italian Deli. No the pastrami is not made in house but the roast beef and chicken is cooked in house.

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    My wife was craving sandwiches and this one showed up on yelp so we went for it. Typical sandwich…read moreshop with great service (they gave us extra cookies) and great vibes. I got CJ's pastrami sandwich on sourdough bread and it was amazing. My wife got listen Linda on a Dutch crunch roll which was also great. Will definitely be back!

    Felt like trying a new sandwich shop and being a lover of pickle's this place seemed like a great…read moreidea. I asked for the Goomba (Italian style) sandwich. There are four types of meat on this one, and since I don't like one of the meats, pepperoni, I asked if I could make substitution. I asked if it's possible to replace pepperoni with more of one of the other meats, salami or capicola. The guy said, "Yeah sure." And I was happy so I added a small tip. I left with the sandwich and drove off. When I took the sandwich out of the bag to eat it, I noticed it had pepperoni. Then I looked at the receipt and saw he added a change for extra capicola. It didn't even seem to have extra meat. Aside from this the sandwich was very dry. It was light on all the ingredients other than ham. But the lack of vinegar was a let down. Then I opened the little bag that I believed would have a pickle and it had a chocolate chip cookie. No pickle on the side. Disappointing experience.

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