EASTCUT completely lived up to the hype. I ordered the Clifford's Cutlet (no tomato), the McSteak, and three chocolate chunk sea salt cookies--and every single thing was incredible. The sandwiches were packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, and the bread was soft with just the right texture. The Clifford's Cutlet was crispy and delicious, while the McSteak was rich, cheesy, and seriously satisfying. And those chocolate chunk sea salt cookies? Absolutely phenomenal. Soft, gooey, and the perfect sweet ending to the meal. Everything arrived fresh, and I was already thinking about what I want to order next before I finished eating. If you're debating whether to try EASTCUT, do it. This was easily a 10/10 meal, and I'll definitely be ordering again. read more

Yum! After touring Duke my daughter and I were hungry. We thought about eating in their amazing dining hall, but i suggested we go elsewhere since she'd be eating there all week for a tennis camp. Yelp told me this delicious sandwich shop was just 5 minutes away, which seemed like the perfect option. It was a hot summer day and I couldn't believe how many people were sitting outside in the heat. We got the last table in the air conditioned inside, which made me happy. We placed our orders at the counter: - The Jane for me - Pine Street Pimento for my daughter and a bag of chips (salt & vinegar for me) for both! We did the smaller size sandwiches which were still quite large, but we were quite hungry and finished them off. They were so good that I even thought about coming back for lunch the next day, but knew there were plenty of delicious restaurants in the area to try. However, i'll come again when back in the area! read more

Second time here. Great sandwich options and large portions! Options for vegan diets that's still keeps essence of original sandwich which I appreciated (impossible chicken tenders for cutlets). Great space! Plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. I discovered the garden this time around and enjoyed sitting out there for my meal. Came on a Saturday afternoon and it was not very busy. Ordered the mozzarella sticks and the chicken cutlet sandwich (regular). The sticks were amazing with the sauce! The SS which bread was so fresh and soft as was the chicken cutlet. I wish it had more sauce and a little salt pepper vinegar splash would have gone a long way. A good sandwich but the most amazing or most flavorful sandwich I've ever had. Can't stress how fresh everything tasted though and it was huge only ate half. read more

See all

As far as sandwich shops go, this one is spot on. We wanted a quick lunch and this popped up on our list. We order at the counter and picked seat on the back patio area. Our food came out fairly quick. The sandwich was great, chicken with pimento cheese. I will be back read more

See all

Perfect spot for a quick lunch! The sandwiches are so so good/ on homemade bread and make mozzarella in house. Chicken cutlets are great. The salad was my fav- so fresh and perfect lunch (and great size!!). You order at the table on a QR code and it's brought out to you. Cool vibe in the place, it's not too big but it has booths and like smaller 2 tops and some outdoor seating too read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Housemade Mozz Sticks - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

The hoagie bread is better!! Don't miss it! Good vibes. Love the red pepper relish to make it a little spicy. Service can be a little slow but overall good vibes. Indoor and outdoor seating read more

See all

I had a fantastic sandwich ( BLEECKER ST. ) that was a grilled chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella cheese, tomato, and arugula on a sesame sandwich bun. This isn't a place you go for the service or ambiance, but come on. It is a sandwich place and I had a great sandwich.... read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - BLEECKER ST. sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Got the Calabrian Hot Honey Cutlet, Sub Toasted Sliced Bread (regular size only), with Regular Curly Fries. I don't think they remembered to toast the bread, but everything else came out solid. I really liked their fries and the sandwich was amazing with the Calabrian hot honey spread. Solid 9 out of 10! read more

We did delivery and the order was correct and so tasty! The food was fresh and prepared correctly.

"Sandwich shop just off University Dr in Durham" Came here for an evening dinner with a friend. We arrived around 5:45pm, and there was ample parking, but I will say the place was HOPPING by the time we left at 6:30pm. The decor is very cute-- old-style, good seating and a bar area as well. You order at the table, and food comes to you. My dining mate got the Cypriot (Halloumi, Fig, Arugula, Tomato, Pesto) with a side of curly fries, and I wasn't very hungry so I got the Beyond Meat Chicken Tenders kids meal with a side salad. I also got a delicious bottled sparkling lemonade. Service was fine-- food comes after order, but you're mostly on your own once food is delivered, as expected. We got a couple of napkins with the food, but there are more self-serve up in the counter. Just don't expect someone to check on you or anything. The food was GREAT. My dining partner loved her sandwich (commented especially on the fig spread) and fries, and I really liked my meal as well. The side salad was surprisingly delicious, especially the addition of pickled red onion. The place was clean-- I went to the restroom, too, and everything was stocked well. Price was very fair. Overall, I'd happily come back. Easy, priced well, delicious. Not a place where you get a lot of "attention", but great for a simple meal. read more

Great sandwiches and mozzarella sticks on the day I went. Had a nice crowd eating there when I went there yesterday.. Nice and friendly staff and quaint decor that included state licenses and logos from breweries and other things. Plan to make a return trip...Great place. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

We had a truly awesome lunch here. I had the cheesesteak hero. Ratio of ingredients was spot on. Everything tasted fresh. Perfection. Got some ranch on the side, and the ranch tasted homemade. Curly fries were yum. My husband loved his corned beef Reuben. Mexican Coke and homemade lemonades to drink. Highly highly recommend. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Philly Cheese-Fry Steak Hero - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

This is great spot for a brew and a sandwich. The food was really great, with lots of options. I enjoyed having so many great things to choose from. I had the Balboa and it was decadent. The only things I didn't love were the parking and the service. Parking was weirdly tight and difficult to navigate. The folks working were efficient but not overly friendly. Maybe they had an off day; it happens. Even so, I'd go back- the food was worth it and again- lots of fantastic choices. read more

Came back here again to try some new stuff. Started out with the patatas bravas which were so good! I wasn't expecting them to be that way tbh since it's a sandwich shop but I really liked them! We split one of the turkey sandwiches and the cheesesteak, both were great. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

Really good sandwhiches, especially a buffalo chicken sandwhich, so many variations. Lots of outdoor seating. A little on the pricier side for a sandwhich fries and a drink but you order online which is quick and easy. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Visited at around 5:30PM on a weeknight, right before the crowd. They are a decent value for the food quality and price. Their cheesesteak is tremendous. Fast and friendly service read more

See all

Food here is solid. But I've occasionally had hard bread that being said, they are usually consistently good. The sandwiches themselves are different and delicious, lots of combinations to choose from. The place is super laid back, scan the code and order from your table and they will bring it to you. They have a pretty good bottled beer selection and the sides are great. It's a cute little spot with some good outdoor seating for nicer weather. If you love sandwiches with chicken cutlets, this is your chance to get one that's made well! read more

The sandwiches were fast and fresh, with a crispy and juicy cutlet and a super tasty pimento cheese. The vegan tenders were also cooked well to mimic the cutlet texture. Hush puppies were delicious and not spicy at all, potato salad was also great. Free refills on the lemonade, which wasn't too sweet. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Pimento Cutlet - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Amazing, friendly sandwich shop. the staff are super friendly, the decor is lovely, cute, and kitschy, and most importantly, the sandwiches are extra yummy and delicious. I got the Caesar diavolo chicken cutlet sandwich, it was delicious and served on a sesame seed hero roll. But the roll isn't my hero, the employees are. This is such great sandwich loveliness. I would highly recommend. Parking lot is a bit tricky especially since a truck decided to be stupid and block half the entrance shortly after I arrived. Then he fled but left a cone in the middle of the road. But that isn't the sandwich shop's fault, it's the truck driver's fault, so I won't blame this lovely sandwich shop for it. read more

Stopped here for lunch - It was a cute little sandwich shop. While it was fairly busy on a Sunday, there's several options for seating inside and outside. I ordered the Caesar A Diavolo, which had good flavor but was definitely dry even with an extra side of sauce. I think a tomato or pickle would have made it a much more enjoyable meal. However, there were several other options that looked great. I would definitely come back to try other sandwiches. The curly fries were great, though. I would order them again! read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Caesar A Diavolo - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

First off, the place has a cute vibe and a fun concept--I really liked the atmosphere, even though it felt like the AC might've been on strike... it was crazy warm inside! That said, the staff was super welcoming. I was greeted right away, and I noticed a young lady tidying up the tables, which is always a good sign. I ordered the Parm Sub and the Buffalo Cauliflower. The sub was pretty solid--bread was a bit on the tougher side, but overall it made for a good lunch. The cauliflower, though, could use a revamp. It tasted like it went straight from the freezer into the deep fryer without much love in between. That said, I'll definitely be back! The sandwich hit the spot, parking was easy (huge plus in Durham), and major kudos for having an exceptionally clean restroom. That always earns bonus points from me. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

I can't believe I haven't reviewed Eastcut! Sandwiches are delicious - the hero size is huge. I love the spicy gabagoo and all the Philly cheesesteaks. The McSteak literally tastes like a more delicious cheesesteak version of a Big Mac. Their Calabrian chili aioli (ie spicy mayo) is yummy. I'm also obsessed with their buffalo cauliflower. I crave it regularly! Friendly staff, cute setting. The tent is cute but PSA a lot of flies if you eat outside. Side note - I also learned and love that this was opened by 2 Duke MBAs - what a cool way to use your MBA! read more

I loved, loved, LOVED this sandwich shop. Easy to find and plenty of parking out back, it was much larger than anticipated. It was really difficult to decide what sandwich to get since they all sounded so amazing. But I ultimately settled on the Balboa's Beefsteak and my friend got the Reggio Grilled Chicken (which I believe is new to the menu.) We also got an order of the curly fries and an order of the sweet potato tots. I was a bit off put by the $16 price tag for the sandwich....until I saw it. It was big and I was able to make two meals out of it, especially with the sides. The sandwich was delicious and had well rounded flavors. My friends sandwich was good as well. But let me tell you...the star of this show (a total surprise to me!) was the sweet potato tots. So delicious, you should definitely try them. I know I will be getting them again. You can order at your table or at the counter. We opted to order at the counter and they lady working was very nice. You could get bottled or canned beverages, but we opted for the free water. We were there for lunch on a Wednesday, there were a lot of cars but not a lot of people inside...maybe they were out back? Either way, it was a yummy time with my friend and I WILL be coming back...I have more sandwiches I would like to try!!!! read more

See all

One of my favorite spots in Durham! My team decided to order in from Eastcut for lunch & I was so excited. Got the Calabrian Burrata Cutlet, which is a Blackboard Special, this time. It includes your choice of cutlet (I always get eggplant, would recommend), burrata (so creamy- I think they make it in house but don't quote me on that lol), arugula, tomato, calabrian chili aioli, and basil oil & parm on a sesame round roll. Overall, all the elements went well together & created a good sandwich. But tbh would not recommend take out for Eastcut, because sandwiches will inevitably get soggy, subtracting from the experience. We also got sweet potato tots and curly fries, which were classic & tasty once I air fried them. In the past, I dined in and got the East-Katsu, which includes a cutlet, kimchi slaw, tomato, pickled red onion, cilantro, sweet soy, and spicy mayo on a sesame roll with sweet potato tots. This is a lovely sandwich, and I think it's a great first time option. Service is relatively fast & friendly. Ambiance is nice & casual with both indoor & outdoor seating. 8.5/10 would recommend, but definitely try to go in person! read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Calabrian Burrata Cutlet, Curly Fries, Sweet Potato Tots - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Nice local casual sandwich joint with busy and local vibes. It offers both outdoor and indoor seating. This was our first visit since Covid times. I'm sorry to say that it is not the same impressive food. After trying 3 different sandwiches and a bunch of sides, I don't understand the hype and 4.5 star rating. All 3 sandwiches we ordered had fundamental construction issues - the dense doughy sesame roll is not the best bread for subtle tasting sandwiches, a deep fried piece of chicken does not equal "cutlet" and overflowing slippery ingredients created an out of control messy sandwich. Overall, the sandwiches didn't seem to hold and ingredients didn't go very well together. I also miss the eggplant veggie option they had earlier. We liked the fries and buffalo cauliflower but hush puppies were meh. I think Foster market and the refractory Café have better sandwiches. For better hush puppies try Saltbox or Q Shack. We did appreciate the overall ambience, parking and vibes read more

We were super excited to try this spot as it has such great reviews but we were sadly disappointed in our sandwiches. We ordered take out- so maybe these are best enjoyed in person? My steak and my husband's chicken were incredibly dry. Both sandwiches needed more condiments as well- there didn't seem to be enough red sauce on his or cheese on my cheesesteak. I think we would give this spot another chance but this time dine in. read more

Been wanting to try for a while since moving to the area and hearing so many say great things. They did not disappoint. Choose your own seating and can order and pay using the QR code on the table which I LOVE. Our food came out fast and hot and everything was delicious. Honestly probably the best sandwiches we have had in Durham. Really great pricing on everything too. Super cute atmosphere. Love the pride month decor they had. We sat inside because this heat wave is too much but the outside is super cute. They have some seating in the front picnic tables and patio tables and then the bigger covered outdoor area in the back. The inside has a bar area which looked like mostly wine and craft beer. They have a location in Raleigh as well. My favorite part is that they are family owned and operated and they use their platform for good to raise and donate funds to a variety of nonprofits to fight food insecurity, protect our environment, and engage the community. Gotta love when great food meets even greater people. read more

See all

they just got rid of the eggplant cutlet from the menu!!! I love eastcut and counted on more than one vegetarian option. they have the fake tenders but some of us veggies can't have fake meats. Bring back the eggplant!!!! read more

This place is a decent place to go get sandwiches. I placed a pick up order and the host on the phone was super nice and accommodating. The order was made within 15 minutes and was really hot still when we got home. We came at the recommendation of my friend who liked the balboa cheesesteak. He also said the chicken sandwich was great- like chick fil a "reborn again" and that he wouldn't recommend he gabagool because it tasted like subway. We got 3 balboa beefsteaks. Looking at reviews we asked to get extra american cheese and extra steak to get a nice packed sandwich. This only added about an extra $5 to each sandwich and they definitely did load it. I wasn't the biggest fan of this sandwich. It was missing enough mayo... or seasoning on the steak, or maybe just a whole different bun. I don't know what it was. When I want a cheesesteak I love a good sloppy cheesy seasoned cheesesteak and this wasn't that. This was more of a clean and deli type steak and cheese sandwich. I think the other sandwiches have potential though! read more

See all

Heard about this place for a little while. Was planning to meet up with friends, so I chose it for a Saturday lunch at 12:15. It was crazy busy, standing room only. I grabbed a table just in time. I suggest avoiding this time by maybe a half an hour. There is ample parking. And a lovely, large covered patio for outdoor dining. Being winter, this wasn't a good option. However, there was a customer dining outdoors with her dog. I do appreciate pet friendly establishments. QR code ordering at the table was fantastic. Best user interface I have seen with every sandwich fully customizable. Great selection. Our lunches came out and looked good - but, they tasted even better! High-quality ingredients. Tasty combinations. Line staff was super friendly and helpful. The manager, Darren of FL, made sure that everyone waiting for a table was greeted warmly then quickly seated. We knew the owners had to be from the Northeast (like we are). They are indeed. A friend ordered a Dagwood turkey sandwich. I was instantly super jealous of her crusty, long roll, and knew I made an error in my order. I ordered the chicken parm on a round roll, which didn't hold up to the marinara as well as I would have liked. I'm ready to modify next order. My other friend had the Boardwalk Empire Italian sandwich like a hoagie on a round roll. She enjoyed it. Their breads are from Union Special bakery in Raleigh. Fantastic quality. I'll be checking them out. I am so impressed with his deli. I can't wait to go back! Thanks, Eastcut! read more

See all

The people taking your order and friendly and they bring the food out to you when it's ready wherever you want to sit. We got the homemade mozzarella sticks which had such a good cheese pull, the spicy gabagool which had the perfect ratio and wasn't overbearingly spicy, and the seasonal blueberry lemonade was tasty. The outside seating in the back was super cute and had flower baskets over your head and picnic tables to eat at with fans to keep you cool. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Housemade Mozz Sticks - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

I love a good sandwich! Especially when the meat is good quality and the bread is toasted just right! This place is incredibly nice and I love how you scan the QR code to access the menu to take your order. They have plenty of seating outside and their menu is amazing! It's such a dope and fun vibe there. They give you a ton of fries so make sure to share them with someone. read more

See all

People there are pretty nice. Service is adequate. Love the outdoors seating. Sandwich selection is very interesting. Decent quality meats. Decent flavor profiles in most of the selections I've tried. Pet friendly. read more

One of the best sandwich's I have ever had in my life. I got The Jet. The chicken cutlet was perfect. They also have vegan options which was great for my boyfriend and he loved his sandwich as well! Will definitely be back.... Maybe tomorrow. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - The Jet - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

1. Service was super quick. Food came out in 10min. Staff was friendly and kind 2. Calabrian Burrata Cutlet was decent--flavors were good but missing that oomf. Feel like they could've added more of the basil oil and parm as well as the chili aioli. Got pretty dry/bland bc the cutlet is thick. Still enjoyable though 3. Spicy Gabagool was pretty good. Not spicy at all. Overall a balanced sandwich and surprisingly very refreshing. It was a fulfilling summer sandwich! 4. Curly fries. Fire 5. Great indoor and outdoor vibes read more

Great place to enjoy a sandwich or take it to go and have a picnic at the gardens nearby! This is one of my go-to spots for a sandwich. They have so many options of sandwiches inspired by different cuisines across the globe. I keep coming back here because I want to try all their sandwiches and each one has been delicious. There's dining options indoors and outdoors plus daily specials. You do have to order from your phone using a QR code on the table. This is a perk for some people and con for others. I think it's a downside since their menu is huge and it can be hard to navigate all their options from there. read more

First off the lady behind the counter was amazing, answered all questions honestly, it's rare you get customer service like she provided. My son and I got 2 sandwiches, split a fry, and a root beer each it was about 40 bucks so it's not cheap for sandwiches. That said the ones we got were very good, we went on a Saturday evening and they were out of a few sandwiches and mozzarella sticks so I was disappointed. She let me know the end of their week they fend to run out of sticks early in the day. So plan accordingly but I would definitely come back read more

Great place for a quick bite. The kimchi Rueben sandwich didn't have kimchi or any pickled flavor to it. It had some spicy Mayo flavor and cabbage pieces. The flavor was very tasty but not what I was expecting. Balboa was also good. The sesame bun was not my favorite. Service was excellent and there was ample seating outdoors. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Balboa - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

Update: please bring back the round rolls! The long rolls don't taste as good (they're kind of dry and have a strong almost bitter flavor), and they fundamentally alter the taste of the sandwiches. Ya'll still have the best ranch dressing in town, though. read more

That one thing! Unfortunately a lot of potentially strong establishments lose ground because they don't let the one thing be the 'one thing'. East Cut is not this place. These gurus are laser focused with staying on track with their mission. I appreciate a restaurant that knows their strength and exercises restraint in attempting to be all things to everyone. Want an excellent, well made, sandwich with exceptional ingredients? Pull up to East Cut. read more

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Durham - Can't remember the name but my roommate absolutely loved it and he's a tough critic. - Sandwiches Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all