AiFam Sandwich Shop and Food Market is a family-owned Italian sandwich spot on Harbord Street that…read morefeels warm and welcoming as soon as you walk in. It blends a traditional Italian deli style with a modern downtown vibe and is known for fresh panini made with quality meats and ingredients, many imported from Italy. We tried their "Il Padrino" and "Capricciosa" panini, and both stood out with crispy fresh bread and a great balance of mortadella, prosciutto, salami, cheese, veggies, and sauces. The combination of fresh bread, curated deli meats, and flavorful sauces gives each sandwich a really nice touch. Besides sandwiches, they also carry Italian-style groceries like pasta, cheeses, desserts, and drinks, which makes the visit feel like a quick trip to a small Italian market. It's a great stop if you're looking for a simple but high-quality lunch in the Harbord Village area.

Are you hungry? Get…read moreyourself to Ai Fam sandwich shop & Italian grocery! It's on Harbord, just west of Spadina, on the north side. Take away & eat-in options! Blink and you'll miss this one! It's down some steps and features so outdoor seating as well. I was intrigued when I heard that another Italian cafe/sandwich shop opened near the Annex/Harbord Village. They have a variety of panini style sandwiches with a fridge/freezer of imported items such as frozen meals, meats, dried and spreads, sauces, cake slices and gelato! All the sandwiches sound delicious! Hard to choose! I went with the Alla Romana $16 (Prosciutto from Abruzzo Italy, Semi-dried cherry tomatoes, Balsamic glaze, Fior di Latte). The bread was crusty & warm - all quality ingredients!! The prosciutto & other topping were plentiful. Great flavours. Fresh! You can tell it was made with care. I was surprised at how big the sandwich was. It was cut in two & placed in a take away container which travelled well. The sandwich was still intact and perfect when I got home. The bread has a good crust but was soft inside to be a good compliment for the filling! I did get a piece of tiramisu & a small single serve cup of gelato from the fridge/freezer to be tried later!! I am a big fan of sandwiches with quality great & quality filling and this checks off the boxes. Staff was friendly and the sandwich is a good value given the top quality ingredients. If you've been to Italy you will appreciate inspired sandwiches & pantry items! Quite a few tables to sit down and enjoy your sandwich with a cold or hot beverage. They have a TV with the Olympics on too! The sandwich picture doesn't do it justice! Go see for yourself!! :)

Great sandwiches and kind staff * a Chicken BLT (hot…read moresandwich) * a 4 seasons Both were delicious. It's small inside 4 2-top tables + a bar but we didn't have an issue. The only unfortunate issue is the parking is narrow and pretty awful. But otherwise great!

PEPPERONI PIZZA CAESAR SALAD WRAP. Are you kidding me?…read more Yes it's as good as it sounds. Yes it exceeded any expectations of mine. This spot is kinda hidden away, a bit small inside, but ample seating to eat and go. Counter service was efficient, they brought my food rather quickly. Super yum, I've gotta come back to try their other sandwiches.

What a beautiful, artisanal sandwich. Such care and attention go into each individual ingredient…read moreyou can't help but love it! It's deserving of the hype that it receives! It's filling but everything is so delicious. I ordered it via Uber so I can't comment on the ambiance; however, it's still on my list of places to go. My kids tried parts of the sandwich but it really didn't interest them, therefore, wouldn't recommend going with young kids. But adult palates are in for a treat. Worth a visit, worth the hype.

Checked out the viral 'new' sandwich shop serving up some authentic Italian sandwiches…read more They had pretty big portion sizes, relative to the cost of the sandwiches. Service was quick and you could see the artisans making the sandwiches as you wait. Standing tables for up to 4 people to eat inside, but plenty of benches to enjoy right outside the shop. The taste was decent but nothing extraordinary. + Cute little market for you to grab some ingredients (many had 'made in Italy' printed on them).

One of the best beef brisket sandwiches I've ever had! The meat is tender and juicy balanced with…read morebbq sauce and bread. The service is fast and efficient! Highly recommend

Pretty decent sandwich if you are nearby. Service is quick and friendly…read more They use Mel's bakery bread.

Ariete E Toro located near Yonge St. near Keewatin Ave in Mid-town Toronto serves up high-end…read moreItalian sandwiches. Opened in Feb 2025, the sandwich shop is set to expand opening a second location near Dundas and Ossington sometime this year. They are open daily from 11am to 5pm where you can pre-order off Ambassador for pick up or opt for delivery with Ubereats. When Ariete E Toro first opened last year, I recall seeing the long lines as it became super popular. Fast forward to a year later, I finally tried Ariete E Toro recently. The storefront is on a side street off of Yonge St. where it is take out only. They do have a bench near the window/entrance of the store but usually it's utilized by people waiting for their sandwiches. In the summer though, they have a small patio in front of the shop with some tables and chairs. Menu wise, Ariete E Toro has a variety of sandwiches with ingredients that work well together. You are also able to build your own sandwich if you'd like. They also have beverages like soda and water as well. The store boasts that all their ingredients are high quality. An average price of a sandwich is around $17. I decided to pre-order 2 sandwiches for pick up. These are the two sandwiches I got: - Enzo (mortadella di bologna, pistachio pesto, stracciatella cheese, chopped pistachio, lemon and basil oil). - Rogo Rogo (prosciutto cotto, 'nduja cream, smoked provolone, caramelized onion, arugula, and brown butter vinaigrette) Entering the store to pick up my order, staff were amidst completing my sandwiches. There was already a regular there chatting with staff. Service was quick. My sandwiches were packed and I had half of each at home. The size of the sandwich was pretty big! I could only finish 3/4th of the sandwich. Both the Enzo and the Rogo Rogo were tasty but the Enzo stole the show. The moist bread with the mortadella where the pistachio pesto and hint of stracciatella cheese along with a slight crunch from the chopped pistachio made for a perfect sandwich (I do prefer the bread a bit harder and crunchier though but the texture of this one was still good). I was sharing the sandwiches with my partner and as he opened the packaging he noticed a piece of hair in the sandwich. I would have given a higher rating on Yelp but finding someone else's hair in your food is off-putting. I do hope that if I return next time (either to this location or to their new location near Ossington/Dundas) that we won't find any surprises in our food. Overall, delicious sandwiches in Midtown Toronto, however, we did find a piece of hair in our sandwiches which.... kind of makes me hesitant to return. **Update** - I wrote a review on Google where the owner personally asked me to email them to rectify the situation with the piece of hair found in my sandwich. The owner apologized and stated that he was actually the one who personally made my sandwich that day (sliced the deli meat, etc.). He also made sure that he would speak with the bread manufacturer to make sure that they were aware of the situation as it may have come from the bread as well. He also gave me a refund for one sandwich as well as a $25 credit for if I wanted to give the sandwich spot another chance (the sandwich is too good to not go back!). That is what I call great customer service - making sure that an apology was given and that customers are happy. Would happily return again for their tasty sandwiches!!

This cozy sandwich shop is a fantastic addition to the neighborhood and serves up Italian-inspired…read moresandwiches that are both fresh and full of flavour; you can really taste the quality in every bite. They have a few tables on the front patio, but mainly you can order for pickup or takeout and be sure your sandwich stays as fresh since it comes with a thoughtful packaging. The staff and owner are very nice and friendly and serve the customers with patience. We tried "Quello Forte" and their latest creation "Il Re". Both of them tasted amazing; the bread was crunchy and every bite was full of flavour. I loved the combination of black olive pesto, greens and provolone cheese in Quello Forte. As for Il Re, the combination of 3 cold cuts, Provolone Crema, roasted garlic and olive salad had created a perfect taste. Definitely worth every calorie. Lol

I went here for dinner when the trains at union had a delay. The list of sub sandwiches is…read morenumerous. I went with the recommended sandwich, the cold cut. The service was so quick and you get to add numerous veggies and sauce for free to your sub. The pricing seemed to be comparable to other sub shops. The staff were kind and patient as it was my first time there. There was no seating in the restaurant itself but it's the perfect to go shop. If I'm in a pinch, this is a great option for a quick meal!

I went to Jersey Mike's Sub with my brother. I ordered the club supreme sandwich. The sandwiches…read morewere pretty good, but nothing special for the price we paid. The service were okay, but the counter people were very pushy. Would we go back? I doubt it since there are so many great options at Union Station.

Obsessed with this place; sandwiches here just taste fresh. The Chef's Choice is an elite pick:…read moreloaded with crispy onions, turkey, bacon, avocado, and that signature honey mustard. The combo of textures and flavor is spot on--crunchy, creamy, salty, tangy. It's one of those sandwiches that doesn't feel greasy or heavy, just satisfying in the best way. The bread is baked in-house and perfectly soft with a slight chew. Portion size is solid too. Definitely a go-to if you're craving a high-quality deli-style sandwich that feels homemade but hits restaurant-level good.

Highly recommend the chicken caesar wrap! It was the best one i've ever tried. I didn't add the…read morebacon or the cheese but it was still so filling and satisfying without being too salty, which is my problem with other caesar wraps I've had. The dressing was just the right amount of flavorful. I will say that the wrap was quite messy to eat as it fell apart very easily, but that's expected with handheld food. Will definitely get it again when I'm craving a healthy but tasty meal!