Yelp actually led me to this sandwich shop. I searched for sandwiches in my area, and this was one…read moreof the few places that popped up. I'm forever grateful for that recommendation because they make some of the best sandwiches I've ever had. I've tried a few items on the menu, but the one I always recommend is the Hot Italian. Everything about this sandwich is incredible. It's packed with flavor, and you can honestly tell it was made with care. I usually pair it with a bag of chips, and the total comes to around $18. It's absolutely worth every penny and always leaves me full and satisfied. The shop is consistently clean, and the customer service is always friendly and welcoming. I find myself going back over and over again, then telling myself I need to take a break--only to end up back there a few weeks later. That's how good it is. A couple of things to keep in mind before you visit: there's only limited street parking, so you may have to circle the block to find a spot. There's also not much room to wait inside, although they do have a bench or two where you can sit while your sandwich is being prepared. In my experience, the wait is usually around 15 minutes. I've honestly never been here when it wasn't busy, so expect a crowd. But once you take that first bite, you'll understand why. Great food, great atmosphere, and great customer service. I highly recommend checking this place out!

I told my companion I was craving a sandwich, which is rare, especially on Dutch crunch. He is…read morealways so good with making sure my cravings are satisfied, and after perusing Yelp, we decided to come here. We arrived at the deli on a weekend afternoon. It wasn't too busy. The deli is a nice size with a couple of benches to sit and wait for your food. You can look at the menu and order, plus grab a drink or chips. They have a nice variety of items to grab that go well with your sandwich. The service was friendly and quick. Workers were all kind, and we love that it's dog-friendly! Regarding the sandwiches, you can get a hot or cold sandwich. You can also build your own! Companion got the Hot Boy, and I went the Build Your Own route. The sandwiches are hefty, with lots of great meats and fillings, and for the price, very decent! I wish my bread were a bit more toasted and crunchier, but that's my preference. It hit the spot, and I'd be open to trying their other sandwiches. I don't often go to delis, but Brothers Deli was a nice place to try. We enjoyed it by the waterfront, which makes it a great picnic option. Find them off Park Blvd., with street and residential parking around.

It's a crime that I didn't take a picture of my sandwich today, but it was so good that I just went…read moreinto dreamland and forgot about everything else. I got the chicken curry salad sandwich. The best chicken curry salad I have ever had hands-down and I've had a lot. I think they put watercress in it, but I'm not sure. Just the right amount of sweet and savory. Texture was delectable and so tasty on the Acme sweet roll. I should have just eaten half of it, but I could not stop. Can't wait to have it again and I will take pictures next time.

This is my go to sandwich shop for myself and also my #1 sandwich recommendation in Oakland. You…read morecan eat in the shop or in a small parklet outside. Online ordering available but honestly it always feels quicker for me to order in the shop. Good drink and chips selection too. Highly recommend the beast, the bay, and the saint. Vegan sandwiches also available! Can't recommend this place enough.

Love the wall decor and LOVE the panini's This is a super…read morecute shop, the guy who spoke with up was so friendly and kind. Will definetly be back :p #paniniperfection

Neighborhood sandwich shop with a kind and generous owner -- and rich paninis! The menu has the…read moreusual warm sandos and all are done well. Portions are large and they lay it on thick. We ordered the tuna salad and veggie sandwiches. The veggie sandwich had a thick layer of pesto and the tuna salad was mixed with a variety of seasonings, so that both were strongly flavored (if a little homogenous) with every bite. Both stayed warm and the bread stayed crispy, even after takeout. The sandwich game is strong, but even more notable is the owner who goes out of his way to make customers feel welcome. While we were there, a senior came in needing to use a bathroom and not speaking much English. The owner readily made the "Not For Customers" restroom available. And when a leashed dog stopped by, he came out from behind the counter with cuts of deli meat as treats. The sandwiches lean heavy here -- you can watch them brush oil over the bread before toasting -- so plan to split or save the second half for dinner. But be sure to stop in: the owner makes the shop a neighborhood institution.

I ordered Sichuan Hot Chicken, Sisig Bolillo, and Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap…read more This is easily probably one of oakland's best sandwich spot! Everyone has their favorite and I have mines. I had to come here twice back to back on different days to try another option on the menu. What I loved about it is the portions are huge and you could definitely feed 2 people, although prices are quite steep for the sandwiches. Sichuan Hot Chicken 5/5 This is as equally as good with Hot Boyz. So flavorful, nicely seasoned, juicy, crispy and tender. The sesame bun is an awesome take and elevated the hot chicken sandwich even more. It's not as heavily spiced as hot boyz so my stomach acid wasn't acting up right after which is a big plus. It's very well balanced. I would say maybe a touch more on sauce but other than that I loved it. Sisig Bolillo 5/5 Wow another great option! This was so good. Literally a filipino breakfast in one bite. Very flavorful, well seasoned, tender, rich, and with a touch of lime it helped cut through the fat and heaviness. I would've wished for more lime since 1 tiny slice wasn't enough or vinegar like sauce on the side. But i thoroughly enjoyed this sandwich. Bread was warm and crunchy but super soft and fluffy on the inside. Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap 2.5/5 My least favorite and I think they took it off the menu. What I didn't like about it was that the chicken wasn't seasoned enough or it lacked flavor. The dressing wasn't enough either because I didn't taste it at all. I did take a bite of this right away after a few bites of the chicken sandwich because I was worried about losing the texture of the croutons but it was already soft and mushy. Service & Ambience It's minimal. I ordered and waited for pick up. Staff is friendly. It's a sandwich shop so it's a to go spot with minimal dining spaces. Anyways I'm definitely coming back for one of the top two!

Visited Ok's Deli spontaneously while in the area and it was a pretty good experience. This deli is…read morequite popular and you'll likely have to wait to order. We stopped by on a Friday during lunch and had to wait in line and for our order. It may be helpful to order in advance to minimize your wait time. Service was friendly and efficient, despite how busy it was. I will say the prices are a bit steep, as most sandwiches are around $18-20 and the sides are around $7-8+. However, the menu is quite varied with a good amount of classic sandwiches, signature items, and sides. We wanted to try the Sichuan Chicken bites, but they were sold out unfortunately. I ended up ordering the House Turkey Breast without red onions, and was impressed with the quality and flavor of the sandwich. I liked the inclusion of both the alfalfa and avocado. We also ordered a side of the house ramen spiced fries, which were tasty and crispy but didn't quite leave an impression. I'm curious to return and try other items including the house banh mi and konbini egg salad. Definitely recommend stopping by if you're nearby and in the mood for a delicious sandwich.

Ok SERIOUSLY FOLKS…read more The sandwich I just ate is from outer space. "Lemon Chicken." Best sandwich I have had in years!!! and I am insufferably picky. I took one bite before grabbing the phone to call and ask "exactly who the hell are you / whose recipe is that??" And... only $14 in this day and age is quite a pleasant surprise. Winnie, you are beyond talented. Still in shock. Returning asap to try a different sandwich.

Been eying this place for a while. Its located in the renovated Loards Ice cream, which Id been…read morecoming to since I was 10. The drew me to this was the Ribena Lemonade. ribena is a drink the th UK, Australia, but is a black currant drink.so combining with Lemonade was great. I ordered the Wentino and the Ribena Lemonade for pick up. The sandwich was a good size and really good the Ribena came with nice parchment like paper between the lid so that it didnt spill and sanitary. The combo of the Ribena syrup and Lemonade was a great combo. Will order again

Banh Mi Ba Le, Oakland…read more August 2026 I was in the area and decided to get some Banh Mi sandwiches. I came here around 10:30am, there was a few people ahead of me and it wasn't busy when I was there. Sometimes they are closed on Fridays so luckily they were opened today. Would come back whenever I'm in the area and see if they are opened.

I was in the Neighborhood and wanted a Banh Mi Sandwich!!!…read more So I rolled to Banh Mi Ba Le !! I rolled up and lucky for me there was a Parking spot 50 feet away on the Street!!! After navigating the Hookers half Naked propositioning me offering their services!!! I made it inside to the LONG line inside!!! Everybody was ordering Bahn Mi Sandwich's and Egg-rolls!!! When I made it to the Cashier , I Ordered a Number 2 a Special Ham Sandwich and 3 Pork Egg Rolls!!! I paid Cash!!! They Charge a Fee for Credit Card Usage!!! Inside the Sandwich Shop it's Dark and Dingy!! All Business!!! I received my food 7 minutes later and I was Gone With the Wind Fabulous!! My food was delicious especially the Egg Rolls!!! This is a Baller On a Budget Approved Establishment!!!!! I keep my Pimp Hands Strong!! Number 34 out of the top 50 list of the most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025.

Amazing food experience! I tried their brand-new meatball sandwich today, and it was simply…read moredelicious--the rich, flavorful sauce genuinely made me feel like I was dining in Italy. The atmosphere was so cozy and comfortable, making it a wonderful place to relax. To top it all off, the ice cream and coffee were absolute perfection. If you're in the area, Rose's Sandwich is an absolute must-visit! - J&U

Rose's sandwich shop has really yummy icecream and sandwiched and I really like there flavored…read moreicecream cones like red velvet or matcha.

When I think of a sandwich that has the ability to make my mouth water just thinking of it, few…read morecome to mind, but what the sandwiches they make at Southie is definitely one of them. I've had their Spicy Hog, steak with mushroom, a few Cubans, but the one that I always come back to is "The Balls" sandwich. First off, this sandwich is massive, so be sure that you come here on an empty stomach. These beef meatballs are seasoned to perfection and bursting with flavor. The balls are covered in their red sauce with provolone and Grana Padano, which gives it that nutty and salty flavor that pairs extremely well with the meatballs and baguette. All the juices and cheese just get soaked up to perfection. The baguette bread they use is supplied by La Farine, which is just a few meters away from each other. Just putting out there that La Farine is hands down one of the best bakeries in Oakland, so it makes sense that this sandwich would be so dang good. I'll be honest that I'm not a big fan of the chips or those chips in general and could be fine with just the sandwich. If you are going to have any sandwich to eat here first, I would highly recommend you try "The Balls" because I promise you will not be disappointed. I will always say that the dozen or so times I've been here, the staff are always so friendly, and the atmosphere is very down to earth. The price of their sandwiches is in the $20 range, but the quality and portion make it totally worth it.

The spicy hog sandwich I had a few minutes ago was quite messy but good…read more However, my petty gripe is that it was 2pm, there was an open 2-person table on the side, but I was seated 1 foot from and facing the cash register, and told people were coming for the empty table. No one came and instead quickly several more tables cleared out. Rather than see a few minutes of the England-Serbia World Cup match, I saw a bunch of people up close paying lunch bills. Don't come in solo expecting a side table.

Krispy Joe's is in on the Emeryville/Oakland border on busy San Pablo Ave. I first found out about…read moreit because I saw the listing on DoorDash and it hasn't disappointed to far. There are many things on the menu, but what stands out for me is the Pastrami. I've been a couple times in the past a couple months and have tried their OG Sandwich (Pyro's Pastrami, vinaigrette coleslaw, swiss , 1000 island, mustard on rye) and their Pastrami Hash Breakfast Burrito (Pastrami bacon, eggs, potatoes, mozzarella, pico, Baja sauce). Both were good, and not greasier than you'd expect, the Pastrami was lean but not too lean. Good place to get a hot pastrami sandwich or burrito.

This place feels like quintessential Oakland. Blink and you miss this incredible hole in the wall…read morethat's full of character and serves strong, delicious coffee and honestly, the BEST pastrami I've ever had. A 7-year old video happened to pop up on my YouTube feed about Oakland's best kept secret Pastrami, and Pyro's Pastrami came up on my radar. We were so happy to see that they have set up shop so close to us! Before heading in, know that there will be just a bit of a wait because every sandwich is made fresh to order. But trust me, it's 100% with it. I ordered the OG sandwich and I was impressed by how the flavors were so balanced out between the toasted, buttered rye, the slaw, the dressing, the cheese, and of course, the meat. I sometimes find rye too overpowering but it was perfect! On first bite, I immediately found what the fuss was about: the pastrami was so flavorful and melt-in-your-mouth tender, you can tell it was made with a lot of love and attention to detail. To top it all off, it's a proud, local business! Krispy Joe's and Pyro's Pastrami will now be a staple for my husband and I. Seriously, if you like/love pastrami, you have to give them a try. If you don't, give them a try, anyway... this is the one that could get you converted. Chef Cash: you've done it. A+++++++

NO ONE DOES IT BETTER! The sauce = AWESOME…read moreIt's the best sandwich between here and the Rio Grande

Little Lucca was established in 1980 and specializes in sandwiches featuring their signature garlic…read moresauce and dutch crutch bread. Overall, the sandwiches taste decent and are MASSIVE. I don't think I've seen a bigger sandwich. I tried the meat ball in Dutch crunch and my husband had the BLT. We thought it was good for the price and size. This is a casual hole in the wall type of place with friendly service.