Best tuna I've ever had. Dave is the owner and just an incredible person that made my sons lunch the best one you can have being in the area. His positive demeanor, love for his craft, and his overall presence makes our whole experience coming in 12/10 read more

The sandwiches were out of this world. Had to try the famous Rosemary Turkey and it was everything that people were raving about. read more

Dave's Chillin and Grillin - Just finished a great Installation here in Pasadena, now I am ready to try a delicious Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

The place was amazing customer service was out of this world I will definitely come here more often worker was amazing

For a little shop next to the pool it's pretty solid. I wish they had fries but I understand why they don't. The toasted sandwiches are pretty tasty. The male staff are friendly. I wish they put a little more pesto on the chicken pesto sandwich or had a side to dip in but this is typical. If you are at the pool or going to the playground or tennis courts or fields around I'd suggest giving it a visit. read more

I go WILD for tuna melts and this one is... CHEFS KISS ok? Really yummy and the balance is there. Just a tried and true place if this is your sandwich. ¿Me entiendes, o no? read more

So happy to discover Dave's has reopened near the Rosebowl! Super nice guy and delicious food. Tucked in near the Aquatics center. Grab a sandwich or a smoothie and enjoy it at Brookside Park. I love the tuna melt and the hot hippie. He does breakfast too! read more

Sandwich and green monster juice were delicious. Definitely will be returning to try more food menus

Dave's has popped up a few times in a few different locations but to my understanding this location is permanent. No matter the place he always makes a killer sandwich. I've had two different sandwiches so far let's get into it. Food: The grilled cheese is excellent, made with two different cheeses and buttered to perfection, this one is an easy 5/5. The famous tuna melt is phenomenal, not sure what they're putting in it to make it taste so delicious but this has me craving a sandwich weekly 5/5 The wait can be a little long, usually taking around 15-20 mins but no complaints here, good food takes time and the location is pretty new so I assume operations are still revving up. Looking forward to more sandwiches. I'll probably be back tomorrow :D read more

I've been eating these sandwiches since I was 12, I'm 32 now. I haven't been to Dave's in years but think about them often. I happened to be in the Rose Bowl area and decided to stop by for dinner, there's something about being welcomed and remembered by the best sandwich maker you've ever known makes these amazing tasting sandwiches that much better. Everything from the bread to the quality of the ingredients inside to the friendly smile of the Bostonian making your sandwich makes Dave's so worth the drive! read more

Dave's Chillin and Grillin - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Our family were STOKED when we learned that Dave's had reopened at the Pasadena Rose Bowl Aquatic Center. They were our tried and true spot back when they were in Eagle Rock. Dave's is the kind of business you want to support; great food, great people. They're now in a prime location with tons of parking, a nice little area for sitting (right outside the front entrance), and a quick walk to the brookside park/playground. Perfect for grabbing some food before or after swimming or for a day at the park. Dave really takes pride in his menu and you can taste the difference. No processed lunchmeat here! Thank you Dave and team for coming back to serve the community read more

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I've been a fan of Dave's Chillin N Grillin since their Eagle Rock location, and I'm thrilled they've moved next to Rose Bowl Aquatics! Now, with my kids' weekly lessons, I have the perfect excuse to stop by and enjoy one of their amazing sandwiches. The quality and flavor have remained top-notch--always fresh, perfectly made, and packed with goodness. Whether you're craving a classic or something unique, Dave's delivers every time. The friendly service and laid-back vibe make it even better. If you're in the area, don't miss out--this place is a gem! read more

I've been going to Dave's since I was 8. Although Dave has had to move around quite a bit, he has always put so much love into the surrounding community and the food he makes! Dave's is one of the reasons why I love sandwiches so much. BEST SAMMIES IN THE LA AREA!! My go-to order is a Rosemary's Turkey and a Grilled Cheese with tomato, and getting someone to share half and half with me. Also, HIGHLY recommend getting holidays catered by Dave's. The Christmas brisket and stuffing was LIFE CHANGING! read more

Top tier tuna melt (and I'm sure other sandwiches too) Dave really seems like he loves what he does and makes the sandwiches himself right in front of you, great lunch will be back forsure read more

Great food and service with excellent prices 100% would recommend going here and the food looks so delicious too

Favorite sandwich place in LA hands down. Maybe favorite place in the world. Maybe I can't even possibly imagine liking a place more than this. The food is great - always hits the spot. But the people who run Dave's genuinely give me hope for humanity. I hope everyone supports this restaurant and follows their example of providing amazing service and delicious food all at once. You can order your food and then go eat it in the Rose Bowl park picnic style, or grab a snack after swimming at the aquatic center. They're really the best!!! read more

I waited 30 minutes for my sandwich. The staff was unhinged. I observed one of the staff yelling at a woman with a baby who had to leave because she couldn't wait any longer. read more

There seem to two entries for Dave's in yelp, posted review on other one (which says Dave's is temp closed), I got the Persian cucumber feta wrap, found a table in the park and was just wow'ed by what I got. Great wrap and just the right size for a small light bite on my walk through the arroyo read more

Yes, it's back!!! Keep this place alive!!! Best sandwiches you won't find anywhere else. The people and ambience are gems which encapsulates the vibe growing up in Northeast LA. Long live Dave!!! read more

Once a fixture on Colorado Blvd in a small space in Eagle Rock, Dave has moved locations and no longer has regular hours for a sandwich and fruit smoothie stop. Focused on catering and pop-ups, you can find Dave's great food and updated availability on his IG. @daveschillingrillin read more

I'm excited for this place to fully blossom.. food looks amazing and real people running a small business read more

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I've visited a couple of times during their soft opening after swimming at the Rose Bowl, and each time has been great. I tried the organic salad and the turkey sandwich--both were delicious. Plus, Dave, the owner, is incredibly passionate about his business, which really adds to the experience. read more

Awful customer service. We ordered iced coffee from this place 2 days and it was watered down. We did not make an issue out of it because it was end of day and these things happen. We decided to give them another shot today. We told the presumed owner that the coffee was not that great the last time and hoped it was better today. He said that if we did not like the coffee last time, then we should not bother ordering again. He also said that we could not get a better deal at three dollars per coffee. Very rude. We just walked out. Never again. read more

I've never had a bad meal or sandwich from Dave's. From the bread to each and every ingredient, it all works perfectly. I love the Rosemary's Turkey, Hott Hippy and Turckules. Don't sleep on their catering! Follow them on Instagram for their latest updates. They catered my wedding and did a FANTASTIC job! Everything was so tasty. Thank you Dave's!! read more

I really enjoy their food, but this afternoon, the person who had just taken the trash out, handed me my food without changing his gloves.

Just tried this place for the first time today, and it was great! My husband and I devoured our sandwiches (the vegan and pastrami) and enjoyed the incredible customer service we received from Dave himself. We will definitely be back for more! read more

Love love love. Best food ever! Followed them for years. Get the tuna wrap with hots!

I had a sandwich craving but I'm also still trying to fit into my wedding dress so I was super pleased to see lettuce wrapped sandwiches on here, adorably marketed as 'salad burritos'. Thank you, thank you for that. I got the turkey one and it was perfection! I loved the vinegary hit from the peppers and pickles, I'd probably add more though if I came back. My fiance got this.....atrocity called the hodge podge which was pastrami and roast beef on top of meatballs. I didn't try, can't recommend, sounds awful but he inhaled the whole thing so it must have been good. I hope they're able to stick around, I know they've been bopping around since they moved out of their location on Colorado. read more

Dave's Chillin and Grillin - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

The sandwiches were tasty - especially the tuna melt! I know they're still working out the kinks at their new location but it took 40 minutes to get our food. 3 sandwiches - all very simple orders. Look, I know sometimes a rush of phone orders comes in at once and it can slow things down, but no one communicated this to us. When I went in after half hour to ask where our sandwiches were, the woman at the counter (I think she might be co-owner?) was curt and defensive, and said she'd told us all it would be 20-25 minutes. (She absolutely didn't tell us that - not to mention, we'd already bypassed that timeline.). She did apologize - but it felt abrasive and insincere. I've worked in sales my whole life and there are these little moments where you can step back and assess a customer's happiness (or lack thereof) and do something about it. Offer an earnest apology with no defensiveness. Say, hey - so sorry for the delay. Can we offer you some chips or a drink on the house while you wait? Good communication and a little sweetness goes a LONG way. Had they been more gracious, we absolutely would have given them another shot - sorry to say, that won't be happening. I'd recommend calling your order in until they have a smoother system going. read more

Rosemary turkey sandwich the best way to describe this sandwich was a work of love. As I pulled apart the finely cut sourdough bread, I was immediately greeted with the sight of generous amounts of cheese that pulled, separated and stretched nearly my entire arms length. In complete and utter awe at the sight. Then the smells hit me. Mayo and mustard mixed with grilled avacado and fresh tomato all coalescenced into one mouth watering scent. This entire experience was before the first bite. Diving into the rosemary turkey the first thing I noticed was the flake of the toasted bread. Perfect hit of natural softness and crunch from the warming process on the grill. Finally, the moment I was waiting for. The enjoyment of the fine cut, plentiful portion of the turkey breast. before I continue , I must add that I usually go for the pastrami. Chillin and grillin does a damn good pastrami sandwich and I have gotten both the surf and turf which is tuna and pastrami as well as the Ruben. I could go on about those as well but it would be a books worth of information. to the moment of walking in the restaurant, it was significantly later in the day, bout half hour before closing. I greet Dave we exchange hellos and he knows his guests so well! He immediately lets me know they are out of pastrami. A hilarious moment, I had not even looked at the menu yet, but that is the level of care and attention to detail he puts into his craft and the people he cares for. Now Back to the sandwich The avacado was warmed, fresh and soft, a great example of perfectly ripe. The cheese wrapped around the whole sandwich and the mustard and mayonnaise served as an accent to add moisture and flavors beyond belief. the vibe of the restaurant. It's a gallery with collections from different artists scattered along the walls of the restaurant. I'm assuming they are local eagle rockers who would not have otherwise gotten a space to showcase the work , here we are again with the uniqueness of chillin and grilling being with the charismatic and loving personality of Dave. The people behind the restaurant are the ones I come back for. Chillin and grilling brings other parts of the community into a singular area. Ask yourself, where else can I grab a bite, cola and smoothie while gallivanting the space and speaking with local artists about sociopolitical topics? Topics that inspire their work and drive creativity. All in all well deserved 5 stars. read more

They have a great hometown vibe and they've been around a while and they got their new location and it's great.

Just left with my take out order. Called it in, asked for a tuna melt, with the cheese being super gooey. ( exact words) , guy on the phone said no problem it'll take 20 mins. Cool, arrive and it was ready exactly in the 20 mins he told me. Great. Was it super gooey? ( cheese melted) .NO Was it ice cold and it's a tuna MELT? ..YES Was it slightly salty and dry?. YESS. Was it delicious? YES. Could it have been better?YES. Will I be back? YES ( if in the area again) Is it the best tuna melt I've had? NO, but pretty cloose. Was the sauce on it good? Yes Was the place SPOTLESS clean? YES Did they offer sides and other really interesting healthy meats and snacks and food in general? YES We're their tables to eat? Yes, 3 to be exact and each table had his Dave's sauce in the bottle which I should of scored more of, wanted my sandwhich to be dripping with that stuff How would you order the tuna melt again? Extra cheese, SUPER melted, mayo the bread extra dave sauce.( or just get a to go container and squirt some in yourself)Order it that way and you CAN'T go wrong. Oh was Dave there and nice? Yes. read more

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Delicious I'm very happy it's my second time to get it same flavor ........ and the guy to work there very polite read more

Dave's Chillin and Grillin - Waooow it's delicious, this my second time I'm very happy - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

No sandwich can compare to a Dave's sandwich. He's got some kind of magic going on. My favorite is the Hot Hippy, and my husband loves Rosemary's Turkey. I'm so happy he has a permanent place again. Since the place just opened, the hours may vary. read more

There are not enough words, for how amazing this business is!! Consistently high-quality food that tastes wonderful every time. Whenever I think of lunch and/or catering, Dave & Ghaz come to the rescue. They are focused on serving fantastic food and providing good service. read more

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Dave's Chillin and Grillin is an excellent addition to the neighborhood. Dave and his business partner Ghaz serve up some "wicked" good sandwiches that are delicious! My husband absolutely loves their French Dip, and they make a mean grilled cheese! A recent addition to their menu is chili. Ghaz's chili is out is this world! It has the perfect amount of heat. While your there be sure to pick up a jar of Dave's Peppa Spread. It's addicting! read more

Dave's Chillin and Grillin - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Delicious sandwiches- perfect ratio of meat and ingredients and sauce. And the cheese was oh so gooey. Tip: the entrance is off the alleyway, not on fig. Go around the back of the building and it's across the street from the parking lot. read more

Dave's Chillin and Grillin - Entrance from the alley - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

The Rosemary turkey is a popular Sammy here - and for good reason! The bird is moist, the avocado creamy and the aioli has a perfect little kick without being spicy or overwhelming and the portion is pretty generous. I shared this with a guest and we left feeling very content. And you absolutely can't forget about the bread. It's fresh, light and fluffy and the Rosemary really compliments it well. It's certainly the highlight of the Sammy so I inquired about it. Dave said that he gets it from a chemical free wholesale distributor whose clientele includes mostly fancy shamancy high end hotels. But lucky for us we can sample a bit of luxury without the fancy price tag and Dave sure knows how to make 'em tasty too. Mmm... It's definitely a spot I'll frequent often since it's just down the street from target and Macy's - a deadly combo, but absolutely worth it. Go try it for yourself! read more

Dave's Chillin and Grillin - Menu - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I ordered the Hodge Podge which contained pastrami, meatball and roast beef doused in marinara sauce. While the sandwich was good, I could barely taste or feel the texture of the non-meatball meat because the marinara sauce was too overpowering. Maybe Dave should do a little more grillin and less chillin because I wasn't a fan of waiting over 30 minutes to make a sandwich when there was only one person in front of me. Maybe hire someone else or find a more efficient way to make sandwiches. Tip: if you plan on eating here, call ahead and order, so you don't have to wait as long as I did. read more

Dave's Chillin and Grillin - Hodge podge - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

If you haven't tried Dave's #killyoself ....just kidding! Great Eagle Rock sandwich shop. If you don't come to Eagle Rock for anything else, come for this place. Dave is super nice and the sandwiches are made in plain view....Great kick it spot with a couch, TV; it almost feels like you're hanging out in your best friend's cool cozy garage. I Recommend the SURF in TURF...(Tuna Melt with pastrami) OMFGGGG absolutely AHHHHHhMazing. I'll Be Back *Schwarzenegger Voice* read more

Dave's Chillin and Grillin - Surf n turf - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

They have great meatball and sausage sandwich. Not bad I guess it's just a little pricey. He actually hooked it up by giving me a little bit bigger than the large. Dave was very friendly and helpful since it was my first time here. I will go back cause I do want to try their turkey sandwiches. The place is cute and they do have 1 arcade game there. They also have a lounge area where you can eat or chill. I didn't really exam the place so much since I was in a hurry to get my sandwich and go. Parking is either in the front or back which both are meter. There is a handicap and another space right behind the place. It's only fit for maybe 3/4 cars but that's tight. It's not just a sandwich place it's also a juice place. read more

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