Update 2026: this place is still going strong, the grubbin it on dutch crunch is still the best sandwich I've had in the whole world. I go try other sandwich places around town and in other cities, the ones people say are amazing, and it's just sad. It's the world's best sandwich. read more

Order: Juicin sandwich: turkey, bacon, avocado, sprouts, pesto aioli, cheese, and grub sauce. Sandwich was toasted to perfection, lots of turkey and bacon in there, didn't feel too heavy at all. Free additions are pepperoncinis, jalapeños, and pickles. Local neighborhood sandwich spots. They're known for their grub sauce, which is on every sandwich. They have a variety of sandwiches from turkey and blt, pastrami, and fried chicken tenders. Staff is always friendly. Place is clean, has lots of seat for dine in with chips and drinks for sale. Tip: they give you a stamp card. If you buy 10 or more, you get a free sandwich. read more

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We ordered the Fishin' and waited around 20 minutes outside an empty shop around 11:30AM on a Sunday morning. Brought it to eat at a nearby outdoor concert and we were not impressed. We got Dutch crunch (obvi) and it wasn't great--too dense and didn't have enough crunch. The sandwich itself was standard; a lot of bread. Tasted like fried fish and mayo, not much else /: Perhaps we chose the wrong sandwich to try for the our first time. I'd be down to give it another shot if I were in the area, but defo won't go out of my way to return. read more

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Great sandwich place on Taraval! I love turkey sandwiches so I always get the Juicin' on Dutch crunch, it has turkey, bacon and avocado. It's delicious, pretty affordable and decently sized! I love all the fixings they have for their sandwiches, they don't skip and goes so perfectly with the sandwich. They also have tater tots that are nice and crisp. Great side that I haven't seen at other sandwich spots. The place itself is a bit small, they have some table and counter seating but it's very limited. read more

I ordered the SMW (sweet) on Dutch. It was amazing!! Flavorful! Phenomenal. The only negative thing was that they asked if I wanted a bag. I said yes, so they charged $0.25, When they called my order they placed it in small brown paper bag. I asked them if that's what they charged me $0.25 for, they said yes. I kindly asked that they provide me a plastic bag that was hanging up. I don't think the staff realized that you don't charge $0.25 for a small brown paper bag read more

My first time here. Very convenient to our house. We preordered and the 6 of us sat in their restaurant after Picking up. Ordered a hot pastrami with everything on it. It had a little Spice. Great sandwich to share on Dutch crunch. Sandwich was comparable to Freddie's sandwich in north beach but smaller than Little Luca's. Make sure you Check in on Yelp For free small bag of chips! read more

Grubbin' - 6 of us shared 3 sandwiches! - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

Tasty delectable toasted sandwiches made fresh to order at this great little sandwich shop. Friendly, enthusiastic service from the folks here every time! Located on Taraval Street in the Outer Sunset, one will find not just one, not two, but three different sandwich shops within a few blocks of each other. All are good and great at their own specialties, but I find myself returning to Grubbin' over and over again. Order by just calling them up on the phone, and walk or drive or catch the L-Taraval train/bus that stops right across the street from their front door. Skip those delivery apps that rip off small businesses like these.. I come here for my favorite sandwich that I save for special occasions - no, not for big events like birthdays or big anniversaries, but for those days when you either want to celebrate a bit or need a special treat after a long week.. Typical sandwich shop storefront vibe, with a couple of casual sit down tables and chairs inside, but most folks grab 'n go, as you would expect. My favorite here is the "Sweet Mouth Waterin'" Sandwich. Served on a crunchy yet soft on the inside Dutch Crunch Roll, the SMW is Grubbin's rendition of a non-spicy fried chicken sandwich with thick chunks of chicken breast meat dipped in batter and deep fried, accompanied with honey mustard and the standard sides (that come with all of their sandwiches of lettuce, tomato, onions, and their trademark "grub sauce" which I think is a little like "Thousand Island Dressing" perhaps.. put that all together and you've got a filling meal even before you get to your potato chips. Of course there are plenty of other meaty sandwich choices and all-veggie ones if that is more your speed. Tater tots too!! Also, the usual selection of Frito Lays chips are here, but their best chips are the Tim's Cascade Chips from the PNW.. Tim's Honey BBQ is awesome! Pro Tip: If you decide to become a regular here like me, be sure to get a rewards card that gets stamped for every sandwich you order from here. Once you have ten stamps, you get a sandwich of your choice totally for free - and gladly too!! A nice perk, and super when you are the one who orders up food for your friends/coworkers.. You'll get that free sandwich in no time! Proud to be a regular here! =). They still don't know me, but they are happy to fill my orders! read more

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Was an amazing sandwich that I have for while. We will definitely come back for this beautiful place. Good service read more

Grubbin' - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

High 3 low 4. Guys were chill so overall a 4. I came on a weekday right when they opened Ordered the grubbin on Dutch but they ran out of bacon. MINUS 1 here. How can you not have bacon one of the more important ingredients in a sandwich? Taste - good, the aioli sauce makes the sandwich good or elsethe meats are a bit dry and no bacon (SMH)!! The Dutch sandwich has a slight hint of sweetness which was fine. Good price point for a filling sandwich read more

Grubbin' - Grubbin sandwich $12 - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

I personally love the Grubbin It sandwich. Always delicious and my go to spot to have lunch when I am working in the area.

Grubbin' was a fortuitous Yelp find for me, and it has become my absolute favorite sandwich in the world. I always get the same thing: a Grubbin' on Dutch Crunch. I have no idea what kind of magic they are putting on their sandwich, but I swear, it is magical. Every bite is more delicious than I remember. Even when I am sitting there eating the sandwich, each time I take a bite I feel like I'm experiencing the taste for the first time. I've never experienced anything like it. The taste is so good that I can't hang onto it. It slips away even as I eat it. I don't live in the City any more, but when I come back to my City by the Bay I will be eating at Grubbin'. You can bet on that. read more

Solid sandwich spot. Lots of metered parking. Inside, small spot without a lot of appeal. The service was fine. However, the real star here is the sandwich. Fresh bread, toppings of choice, and their special sauce. I had the Sweet Mouth Waterin Sandwich- which was amazing! Big juicy chicken tender surrounded by veggies, sauce, and French bread. We got our sandwiches and walked directly across the street to the park. Look forward to going back and trying more next time! read more

Grubbin' - Sweet Mouth Waterin' Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Beau and I were craving for some Pastrami sandwiches midweek and decided to do a quick takeout Doordash order from Grubbin' nearby. We've tried other local sandwich spots for their Pastrami sandwiches so it was natural for us to compare the quality. For the responsiveness they are to taking, processing and delivering our order, Grubbin' gets a 5/5. For the quality, it was more of a 3/5. Droolin' (Pastrami) Sandwich - 3/5 Using a super crispy Dutch Crunch roll, there's plenty of pastrami, provolone, and lettuce in this sandwich. It is a bit smaller than typical sandwich portions would be, I'd wish they have quantity options (ie: 6 oz or 12 oz). Great concept of Dutch Crunch with pastrami which still left us really full at the end but honestly the crunch roll was baked too crispy and hard. It wasn't a crispy smooth bite. The dressing to lettuce ratio was the perfect amount though. Chicken Tenders & Fries - 3/5 The fries were super nice and crispy which we liked. I think it had a little too much salt though. By the time we received the order, the saltiness had settled on the fries and the crispiness had made the fries feel overdried. The chicken tenders were fried perfectly. I just wish they came in a bigger portion. I'd often order chicken tenders from other locations paying about the same price and the portions were much more generous. For the price and convenience, Grubbin' isn't too bad of a spot to grab -and -go. However, there's definitely better pastrami sandwiches out there if you're willing to ay for an extra $1 -2. read more

Grubbin' - Grubbin' It Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Solid sandwiches, crunchy and fresh Dutch bread, and friendly workers! This is one of my favorite sandwich spots for Dutch crunch in the city read more

Staff is friendly and helpful. The guy who took my order, Tony I think is his name, was informative, friendly and courteous. The entire staff was quick and efficient. I wanted naked wings so I can taste the batter and chicken. The wings were juicy and crispy... great combination... will order again. Tater tots were hot and crispy. Cooked perfectly My son ordered the Kickin. Roast beef, bacon with pepper jack and wasabi spread. He said it was awesome.. the sauce was "kicking it"... his words not mine. I got the Droolin. Salami, pastrami and pepperjack with spicy aioli. I just have to say it was really really good. My only complaint was it was messy... the Grubbin sauce just made it finger licking good... literally and figuratively. read more

Grubbin' - Naked Wings, tater tots, Kickin and Droolin - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

I usually do not go out of my way to buy sandwiches but this place changed the game for me! It's a small shop so you have to do take out. The Meltin sandwich was flavorful and the perfect kick of spicy Crunchin Sandwich is vegetarian but it's so refreshing and good! The cucumbers add a nice crunch to it. Im usually a meat girl but was very impressed with this. Both sandwiches I got on a French roll (: read more

Grubbin' - Meltin' Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Appreciate small businesses like this spot that are working hard to keep the lights on during COVID-19. Was thrilled to call and hear that they're still doing orders for pickup - ordered the Crunchin' (vegetarian) with a side of tater tots. Perfection. All I needed to hit the spot. Great customer service and decently priced. read more

This is one of our go-to sandwich spots. Really good sweet roll. The guy at the register (I think the owner) is super nice!

Hands down my favorite sandwich joint. Give me that Grubbin it sandwich any day of the year! The Dutch crunch is my choice of bread as it just enhance the texture profile of the sauce and deli meats to a whole new level. read more

I was exploring some new sandwiches and I ran into this delicious sandwich place. I really enjoyed the chicken sandwich and it was very tasty. I will have to try their other sandwiches in the future. read more

Grubbin' - Chicken sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

Was in SF for Stern Grove's last show this summer, very determined to find some quick food beforehand. Once the shop opened, I was immediately enticed by the smell of delicious food! Lots of natural light at this location, always a plus. Each time I visit a sandwich shop with unique recipes, I am blown away by the creativity. My choice ended up being spicy mouth waterin and my mouth definitely watered. That grub sauce is so delightfully savoury, chicken strips were succulent, and their dutch crunch was toasted to perfection. Ya girl is a dutch crunch elitist, trrrrust me on this one for extra tang, I requested peperoncinis which took it to the next level! Workers were super efficient, and everyone definitely has that Taraval small business charm. Can't wait to visit again read more

I LOVE a good sandwich and Grubbin' most definitely does not disappoint. Their grubbin' sauce is garlicy and delicious. The Dutch crunch was a blast from the past of my childhood and the warmness of my sandwich is already making me debate when I can eat this again. read more

Grubbin' - Juicin' Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came out here since I went to get my hair cut and had been craving a good sammie Reviews looked good so here i am ordered the Kickin' without tomato on dutch crunch...if you check in on yelp, you get a free bag of chips =) Ok disclaimer - i didnt eat this sandwich right away as i was headed home and couldnt eat on the bus, so my sandwich was consumed about 45 minutes after it was made The sandwich was still crunchy when i opened it but i have to say, i was a little disappointed by the meat/veggie ratio. I also have to say that i am use to little lucca portions where the meat is definitely packed and full. I also added the extra toppings of pickles, yellow peppers and jalapeños to my sandwich here First bite - yum! i got all the veggies and meat and the sauce and the bread was still crunchy, it was great! but as i was eating the sandwich, i noticed the meat didnt really have much flavor - not even that beefiness. I also noticed that the bacon was sparse so i could taste it in certain bites. Maybe it was just me and maybe it was just that day and my sandwich, but i definitely felt like all i had was a veggie sandwich with some meat lol read more

Grubbin' - Kickin without tomato - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

Oh my god... their chicken nuggets are like level 100 Mickey D's version.... so amazing with that satisfying addictive crunch!

Stopped by Grubbin' after a visit to the Sf zoo! A quick Yelp search and drive away we set out! Lots of fun sandwiches and choices to choose from. You can also get chicken nuggets! We opted for the Kickin' and the Juicin' both were warm and fresh. The Dutch crunch like many reviews said is totally worth the hype! The wasabi on the Kickin' offers a unique flavor that is reminiscent of horseradish with roast beef but turned up a notch! Highly recommend this spot! Excited to come back and try other spots in the area! read more

Grubbin' - Juicin' Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We found this place while on our day trip in San Francisco to see the bison lol. I looked in Google Maps for sandwiches and found the one with the most stars. We found it and parked at the small park/tennis courts across the street. It's a small spot with no inside seating. It's kinda weird that they have to keep their garbage and recycling bins inside but hey, I'm not hating since it is SF. I had the pastrami create your own sandwich on dutch crunch bread. Hella good! It hit the spot. The bread was soft and tasted fresh! My only regret is not trying their sauce cause I forgot after I started eating the sandwich. My son enjoyed the tots. The service was great...the cashier was friendly and the other female employee making the sandwiches was friendly and patient as my mom was asking questions since this was our first time here. I didn't try them myself but my mom and husband said the chicken tenders were pretty good. Overall I would come back if I'm craving a sandwich and in SF again. It's definitely worth a visit! Way better than these chain sandwich shops. read more

My favorite sandwich shop in the sunset area! Try the spicy mouth waterin, it's to die for and on Dutch crunch bread so yummy! I can't even count how many times I've been here. Used to live right across the street so it will always have a special place in my heart read more

Grubbin' - a woman holding a stack of sandwiches - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Grubbin' is my favorite sandwich spot in the Bay Area! I wish they had more locations now that I live in the East Bay. In my opinion the biggest factors that make a game changing sandwich are the bread and the sauce. Grubbin' nails both of these and keeps me coming back after all these years. I cannot express my love of Dutch crunch bread enough, and Grubbin's bread just hits the spot- crunchy, doesn't get soggy even eating as leftovers. Inside crumb is soft and spongy but retains its structure so it doesn't fall apart. The number one thing that makes Grubbin different is their sauce. Grub sauce is their garlic spread that just adds another level of flavor that you can't get from deli meats, cheese, veg, or regular condiments. They should bottle the stuff and sell it retail! read more

The sandwiches are fantastic. You can park in the driveway entrance to the park on Taraval if you want to just run in for a second and you'll probably escape a ticket. The inspiration for this review. Purchased my sandwich with a frequency card. Only brought my wallet in to tip them. As usual they are super nice and efficient. I left and enjoyed my sandwich at home. By 6pm I still hadn't located my wallet. I know Grubbin closes at 3. I called and left a message, so that they might check their counter the next day. 30 or so minutes later I received a call from a rep from Grubbin) saying that they had 1) not found my wallet, but 2) they reviewed their security footage and could see that I put it in my back left pocket. They were closed. Hadn't found it. And they went so far as to look at the cameras to help a rando customer. I found my wallet in a place that it should not have been hiding. A mom and pop shop like this, with old school values (and great product), is hard to find. read more

Stopped in for the first time b/c the place I normally go to for hot pastrami sandwiches was not answering their phone (which mildly worries me b/c they ALWAYS answer- will check on them next) Grubbin' is a small shop with a great young staff. I called in my order - two pastrami sandwiches on Dutch crunch and it was ready as promised! Delicious sandwiches and would go back! read more

Grubbin' ... this was a term my friends and I used back in the day to describe something incredibly tasty. Recently, I saw several of my friend's posts of their sandwiches, so I had to make sure to make a trip here when I'm back in the Sunset of SF. Right after the New Year, I wan in town and called my friend who posted the photos and came here for lunch. The place is small, a few tables that seat 3 to 4 ppl. A large menu hangs on one wall while a big screen is on the other. Their signature sandwich appropriately called the 'Grubbin' It' caught my eye. It has salami, smoked ham, pastrami and bacon, plus some plant stuff to counter the saltiness of the meats. I opted for the Dutch crunch roll. The crunch of the roll mixed with the salty meats, the bitterness of the sprouts made this one of the better sandwiches I've had in recent memory. We were also comped an order of hot & crispy tots. I can easily say if I lived in the Sunset, I'd be a regular too. Notes: * Yelp check in gets you a free bag of chips * Street metered parking. Many meters were jammed so you may need to use a credit card. * Self serve water by the counter read more

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I don't leave a lot of reviews these days but had to hop on to give Grubbin' five stars. Ask any of my friends what my favorite food is and they'll say sandwiches. I just so happened to be in the area, searching for a sando close by and went with Grubbin based on its Google ratings no less. Grubbin' looks fairly no frills inside. I asked them which sandos are their most popular and chose the Grubbin' Out on Dutch Crunch amongst their top 4. It came neatly wrapped and, upon first inspection, the ingredients were all neatly placed in the sandwich. Meats all proportionately laid in layers, with the meat slightly making up the majority of the fillings. Shredded lettuce and diced red onions on top. Cheese and sauces somewhere in there but not immediately obvious. It was perfect from the first bite. Seriously perfect. All the flavors and textures came together, along with the sandwich being toasted and warm. Also, I think because it was so neatly put together, there was zero slippage and spilling, which was a really nice bonus and preserves the consistency of flavors mixed in each bite. I don't live nearby so it's seriously unfortunate that I likely won't get to have Grubbin' again anytime soon, but it was so good I really have to consider making a special trip. Props to you, Grubbin'. It was grubbin'!! read more

I was lovin' my Spicy Mouth Waterin' from Grubbin'. I found Grubbin' by Yelpin' when I had a hankerin' for a sandwich featurin' chicken. Whether the chicken was prepared by fryin', broilin', grillin', bbq'n, rotisserin', poachin' - I wasn't carin' - I just wanted a great sandwich where chicken was starrin'. Grubbin' wasn't close to my office so gettin' there took drivin' but if a fella won't travel for chicken then he's settlin'. Grubbin's Spicy Mouth Waterin' is - between the spicy aioli, ranch and grub sauce - wetter than I generally prefer, but the saucin' mitigated the spice and the sandwich totally worked. Great sandwich. Worth the drivin'. read more

Grubbin' - Spicy Mouth Waterin' is an EXCELLENT fried chicken sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great turkey sandwich in a hidden neighborhood spot! Will be back again to try out some of the other menu soon!

Second time I've been to Grubbin' now and I definitely enjoyed this experience more than last time. I ordered the house recommended Grubbin' and found it made just right. The meat (pastrami, smoked ham, salami, and bacon) was stacked nice and high but admittedly, it was composed mostly of pastrami and ham. Pesto and grub sauce added a nice creamy richness while the non-negotiables (lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles) brought it all together. Dutch crunch was also the perfect vessel for this sandwich. To complement my sandwich, I opted for a side of tots. Fried fresh, they were crispy and piping hot when delivered, but were a tad overfried in my opinion. Still good though. Certainly satisfied my craving for something fried. All in all, nearly $14 for a sandwich lunch isn't the cheapest on the block, but it was certainly a taste that did merit the price. read more

Grubbin' - Cross-section Grubbin, hold the onions, add pickles - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

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New to SF and first time having the Dutch Crunch bread...all sandwhich shops should have this bread. It's a must. I ordered through Doordash and the food was still excellent Juicin' - 9/10 - Bread was the highlight of the sand-which, but that's not to say the sandwhich itself was full and flavorful. Satisfied my sandwhich craving. read more

My first time trying their sandwiches! We live close by and feel like sandwiches today so we called and see if they are open on New year since most of the store they closed today. Me and My boy friend got the same thing which spicy fried chicken ( I forgot the name ) but I think it might be Spicy Mouth Waterin' Sandwich that they recommended. All the ingredients are fresh and the crispy chicken has a perfect texture not too dry and juicy. Sauce is perfect the warm toasted wheat bun is crunch outside. Everyone at the store super nice and helpful. I would love to come back and tell all my friends to visit them. Happy new year! read more

Grubbin' makes some mean sammiches! My favorite is their Grubbin' It sandwich - Pastrami, Smoked Ham, Salami, Bacon, Sprouts, Cheddar Chesse, Pesto Aioli, and Grub Sauce. Their dutch crunch is bomb. If you want some spice in your lyfe, you can add pepperoncinis and jalapenos which I recommend. Their sandwiches are always loaded and made perfectly. Their fryer was broken when I went, so I think the workers were a little stressed. A little smile, even a fake smile, can go a long way! Don't forget to check in on yelp for a free bag of chips! Ba Da Ba Ba Bah, I'm Grubbin' It! read more

Grubbin' - Grubbin it sammish - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

oh man, highly recommend! I got the "Grubbin it" with extra meat and it was nothing short of a dream come true. read more

Grubbin' - "Grubbin It" with extra meat on wheat! - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Delicious sandwiches! Was looking for a lunch spot nearby with the new work from home routine and I'm so glad to have discovered Grubbin! Order the sweet mouth waterin on Dutch crunch. So good. They also have a spicy version of the sweet mouth waterin' but I can't quite do spicy but I imagine it would be bomb with the fried chicken. If you check in on Yelp, you can get a free bag of chips! Lots of metered parking the area and there's a public library plus playground a block away if you're taking your sandwich to go and trying to picnic. read more