My son and I went here for some sandwiches because I told him that they were great 20 years ago. This location was not. It smelled moldy and of spoiled food the moment I walked in. It also looked dirty, run down, and old, and generally made me feel leery of eating anything. I love a good dive bar or greasy spoon, but this place did not inspire confidence. We left and went to Jersey Mikes, which is essentially what Delaware Subs used to be, but much cleaner and better. The only reason I didn't give it one star is because we did not actually order food. But it should say something that I didn't even want to run the risk. read more

I had the Chicken Cheesesteak at Delaware Subs, and it was absolutely amazing! This was my first time trying it, but I can confidently say it won't be my last. The thinly sliced chicken breast was cooked to perfection, combined with mushrooms and onions for a flavorful, juicy bite every time. I decided to add sweet peppers (extra $0.50 small / $1.00 large), and they were well worth it! They added just the right balance of sweetness and a little kick, taking the sandwich to the next level. If you're looking for a great sub spot, I highly recommend Delaware Subs. The quality, flavor, and portion size are all on point! Can't wait to come back and try more from their menu. Must-Try: Chicken Cheesesteak with sweet peppers! Bonus: They include grilled mushrooms & onions on their hot subs! Who else loves Delaware Subs? Drop your go-to order in the comments! read more

Delaware Subs - Chicken Cheesesteak Sub with sweet peppers - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

Delivery for lunch at work. Ordered meat lover and it was huge I split it to two meals. Yummy and fresh bread was a plus. I didn't get to take a picture but worth the value! read more

I love this place, probably best Philly cheesesteak in Austin I've had so far. I typically order to go though I don't want to elaborate further read more

I purchased a turkey breast sandwich for my grandson. He said it tasted bad, so I had my husband taste it. He said the meat tasted bad and would not eat it. I called the Delaware Subs and I was told the person who answered the phone had the turkey that morning and it was fine. She didn't offer another sandwich or for me to return it, nothing. I am disappointed in her lack of concern or care and the fact that the sandwich was not good. read more

After all the years - what they do is the best. I've worked by Delaware Subs for 30 plus years, now that I visit it all comes back how great they are. read more

I always have a hard time deciding between the Italian and the Philly Cheesesteak. This place is an Austin original and there's still not another sandwich shop in Austin that compares. The sandwiches are delicious and the deal from 5-7 (Buy One Get One if you buy a whole combo) is a family favorite. On top of that, the folks who work here are always friendly and the folks making the sandwiches are always focused on getting it done. read more

Absolutely terrible! Sandwich made no sense. Meat was non existent! It was all I wanted! A good sub! Completely negative experience and a price tag that would cement never going back. read more

Five stars because this place delivered exactly what it promised without overcharging like so many places. Honest lunch food at honest prices. The service was above average at this price point, the bread was fresh, and the ingredients were above average in terms of quality. This is an old place with a tired dining area, so don't come here to impress anyone. Just good food at fair prices. read more

A picture is worth a thousand words... based on the photo, you can pick your own words... what you don't see are the cups of water I had to drink after eating this salty mess. The workers are nice but that sandwich was a travesty. 2-stars because the turkey sub was edible. read more

Delaware Subs - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

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They are very friendly at the counter.  They are also very efficient.  Be prepared to be asked about the peppers (sweet or hot) as an addition.  Sandwiches come in two sizes. Regular and large. The large is HUGE! The bread is delicious! The sandwiches are generously filled with meat and vegetables. I actually took some out and made a second sandwich! Ice is served in a small cooler on a counter rather than thru a soda machine.  This restaurant offers canned or bottled drinks, plus iced tea. There's no soda machine. They prepare the sandwiches in a kitchen; you can see them thru a long window. Your number is called when the order is ready. When I picked up mine, they thanked me. That was really nice. I greatly recommend Delaware Subs! read more

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Delicious sub! We popped in for a quick lunch and we decided to split a sandwich, which turned out to be the right decision, we had more than enough...the portions are HUGE! Staff is extremely friendly and helpful. I knocked off a star because of the chosen "news" station that was playing in the restaurant. Other than that, great experience. Next time I'll take it to go though. read more

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Great cheesesteak! Friendly service, quick to make, and she brought out food to our car because she finished before we expected. Excellent place to get a cheesesteak read more

Had a chance to return to the old neighborhood Delaware during a recent trip. The place has been nicely cleaned and renovated. It's still got a dive strip shopping feel, but with new tables and chairs, a coat of paint, an upgraded tv. Staff was pleasant and efficient. Italian sub was a little too thrown together, but it was fresh and the flavors were spot on. Glad to see a favorite sandwich shop get a bit of new life. Next time a cheesesteak for me please. read more

This is the absolute best sandwich place in Austin, period! I have had dreams about the Italian Gourmet Sub -- and the Sizemore Philly Cheesesteak is also amazing. If you want a great sandwich spot that supports a small business in Austin, don't walk but run to this gem! read more

I rediscovered this place recently. I frequented it over 40 years ago and then started going back in 2024. I am not a sandwich person but I love the Delaware Classic Sub Sandwich here. The ham is lean, the bread is great and I like the oil & oregano instead of mayo and mustard like regular sandwiches have. They also use care in preparing them so that they are easy to eat. They don't fall apart easily. Perfect ratio for each ingredient. read more

Excellent for many many decades. Best true authentic Philadelphia cheese steak in town

How to lose a customer. When DS had a location on S Lamar, I ate there often. I lived and worked nearby and loved their Italian Goumet sub. A great sandwich. Put Subway and Thundercloud to shame. Today I stopped in the Mesa location (I'm now regularly nearby), and ordered a sub and chips. Just after I paid I noticed a BOGO sandwich special (if you purchase two chips and two drinks). Amazing. I asked the guy if I could get in on it by buying the additional chips and drinks. Him: No. Me: Why not? Him: They have to be ordered on the same ticket. Me: Why? Him: That's just how it is. Me: Really? Him: Yeah. Maybe next time. Sorry 'bout that. There won't be a next time. If your policy is that backwards, keep it. Bummer, 'cause the Italian Gourmet really is delicious. Gratefully there are other excellent sandwich joints in town. read more

Delicious Philly cheesesteak sandwich. They might have improved their bread as well. I dont remember it being so good last time. It was always good but it's next level now. Really fast as well. Tho a little higher price than other options. Worth it I think read more

Seriously?? You put one slice of white American cheese in a footling Philly Cheesesteak????? The meat couldn't be any drier but it does have good flavor. The meatball sandwich is a monstrosity. Not sure I'm even going to try it. Grilled onion and mushroom in a meatball sub??? WTACtualF!? read more

Delaware Subs - It's supposed to be a meatball sandwich but looks like their Philly. No marinara??? Onion and mushroom n a meatball sub??? - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

Fantastic find! This small shop at the corner of mesa and spicewood springs is a treasure. The owners are so personable and the food amazing!! read more

I thought Delaware was gone. This place is OG Austin. I grew up here and it's still great. Love the bread. read more

Delaware Subs - the front of a restaurant - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've been eating here since I was a high school sophomore, so almost twenty years. The sandwiches have never changed and still taste great, tons of food for the price. Unless you've had everything on the menu, with peppers, or if you're not from Austin, don't leave a review. read more

I had to take my dog to an emergency vet appointment on the same road which had an hours long wait... Was gonna hit a burger place, but stopped in here instead. I had to use the restroom, but I also wanted a sub! Well, after much discussing with the fantastic cashier -- questions about everything (seriously, she was so patient & no other customers were there) I settled on the Delaware Dog. Unfortunately, the restroom was a wreck. I was afraid to sit on the throne because it appeared dirty (toilet seat is an easy replacement and I totally recommend that) and I didn't know where I could put my purse out of harm's way (hook on the back door would be cool). The single unisex restroom needs some help. Because of the restroom's state, that fear rolled over onto the food I just ordered. How clean was that kitchen? I hadn't eaten in 18 hours and the aforementioned fear swelled with every bite of that sub. After eating half, I threw the rest away not because I was full but because I was stuck somewhere between my mother's pious side and my father's outlaw side. I couldn't do good or bad if I was sick. It's funny how a moldy restroom can cause deep introspection. It should be noted, I didn't get food poisoning. read more

The Italian gourmet sandwiches are great. The hot and sweet peppers elevate the experience, so we always double down on both! Yum!

This place is a local class act and the owner Pete is a wonderful guy who has been slingin' sandwiches for 42 years. Delicious Cheesecakes and classic Italian subs. And he takes good care of public safety which we greatly appreciate! Can't say enough good things! read more

We've been fans of Delaware Subs for years. When the one by our house closed we started going here and they are just as good.

I took the day off and ran errands I thought I would treat my self to a steak sandwich Ordered sandwich with sweet and hot And mushroom and onion When I got home 30 minutes later I discovered that I got neither And the last inch of my sandwich had no meat I called up there and exterior ladies this to the lady The one that pretty sure took my order and finished my sandwich She told me to bring it back and they would make it right No apologies no nothing I explained I lived 30 minutes away And that wasn't going to work Well been going there since I moved here 25 yrs ago And it ain't what it used to be Probably will explore other options But if I go back I'll make sure I check my order Very very disappointing read more

Always happy eating Delaware Subs!! Delaware Subs has become my comfort food. Their Philly cheese steak sandwiches are to die for! Consistently good time after time. read more

we ordered back to back and both days are sandwiches were delicious. I even bought a pint of their peppers. We are fortunate to live near DS. The employees are cool, we always spark up a convo. the best sandwiches imo are the veggie and Italian. read more

I went for my first time and asked for the chicken cheesesteak in a bowl no bread with all of the peppers they offer. I also asked for ranch to go with it. They didn't have ranch no biggie. But, I got my food and left with it. I ended up having a Philly cheesesteak in a bowl no peppers and a puny piece of unmelted cheese on top. Ugh so disappointed because, I didn't check before I left. Come one y'all have one job! read more

There is one thing and only one thing I like about Delaware Subs...the cold cheese sandwich. I find it really freaking good, but it falls apart all over the place. I get everything on it. Their bottled soda is excellent too. But... The workers always seem like they have no idea what they're doing. They almost gave my girlfriend an allergic reaction when, on her request, they failed to remove an ingredient she was allergic to. Last time I ordered my sandwich on wheat. Several minutes later I get handed the sandwich and asked "We're out of wheat, is that okay?" Thank you for asking me that AFTER you made the sandwich. Just a total pain in the neck. They're rather slow, don't expect Subway speed here. On this same trip, they insisted the Yelp coupon would only be accepted if it was printed out. You can't print a yelp coupon... They've got old articles praising the chain posted around the restaurant, but it only drives home the sad point that their heyday is past. But that cheese sandwich keeps me coming back. read more

Seriously this is the second best Philly cheesesteak I've ever had in my life, consistently and without fail, and even that's a little unfair since I had a cheesesteak sandwich in Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia which obviously took the number one spot. So, since I cannot go to Philadelphia for the foreseeable future, the Delaware cheesesteak is, for all practical purposes, the best cheesesteak accessible for all Austin residents. read more

Delaware sub shop treats it's employees like crap and even had to shut down their other location due to not being able to keep staff. Spend your money elsewhere -- plenty of sandwich shops in this city that do right by their employees. This isn't one of them and the sandwiches are meh at best and overpriced anyways read more

Delaware Subs - Delaware sub shop treats it's employees like crap. - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

How is this rated so low?? The bread is the classic sub bread. Soft and welcoming to all those cured meats. Gotta check my diabeed just thinking about it. read more

3.5 stars sounds about right. - chicken cheesesteak hoagie w grilled onions on wheat was pretty good (I added mayo and lettuce to cheesesteak). I'll try the philly next time - Italian sub was okay. I find it weird that the subs here have lettuce on bottom instead of top like in east coast. It didn't have mayo or oil so I'd recommend asking Apparently they serve breakfast all day and philly egg sandwiches so will have to try that too. read more

Delaware Subs - Chicken cheesesteak hoagie w grilled onions on wheat. Pretty tasty! - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I'm glad I gave this place a shot. Places can change over time but this place has it going on! The bread is perfect, it SMELLS like a sub shop in North End Boston when you walk in (that's a really good thing) & the people are very pleasant. I felt like I was with my people. Special thanks to Pete, who was really thoughtful & friendly. I'll be back for an Italian sub. Today I tried the Philly cheesesteak with hot & sweet peppers (seriously do yourself a favor & add them) and it was bomb. read more

I grew up in the neighborhood and have been coming here for probably 20 years and have always looked forward to it. The cold sandwiches and hot sandwiches are both great. The cheesesteak is amazing - the meat, mushrooms, onions and cheese all melt together. It's supposed to be greasy (as another reviewer mentioned in the pictures). They use white American cheese, which completely disintegrates and becomes a delicious sauce. Bread is great, too. I think they get it from Pennsylvania. I know they used to, at least, and it still tastes the same as far as I can remember. I recommend adding sweet peppers to the cold subs. They worked well in the cheesesteak, too. read more

Had the vegetable sandwhich with BBQ chips. Comes with marinara, mushrooms, provolone, and onions. I was skeptical of the mix but loved it! I only wish it had more vegetables included but still very good! read more

Haven't been here in a few years, but this used to be my favorite local Philly chicken cheese steak sub, but unfortunate no more! Everything was off! The bun wasn't even close and more like a bagged bun you can buy in any grocery store. The meat was overcooked to the point I couldn't tell if it was chicken, beef, or any other animal? I love hot pepper relish, but really? The cook must love it also because he put so much on it was gross! I couldn't taste anything but the relish! (May have been deliberate to cover up the fact that everything else was substandard and overcooked, the onions, meet, and the mushrooms. I miss my old Delaware sub shop! What happens? New owner? Decided to cash in and cut cost? We'll if you did, you sure didn't pass any of the savings along to the customer... really! $14 for a large sub? read more