Harry&#x27;s Sandwich Shop

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Been wanted to try this great sandwich shop after seeing one video about it and realizing I had walked by it and missed it so many times. Harry's is tucked into the Monadnock building (which is super cool architecturally by the way) and it's just a cute lil local lunch counter with your classic sub sandwiches! I was surprised they had smoothies too. I got the torpedo regular size and it came out to about ($12). It was a good filling lunch!! I like they have smaller options too. The service was great and you can tell this is a staple restaurant that has been around a while. Really good and will definitely be back! read more

Harry's Sandwich Shop - Torpedo sandwich (regular) - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Harry's Sandwich Shop - Outside (from the Monodock building) - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Harry's Sandwich Shop - Torpedo (regular) - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Cute sandwich shop we stumbled upon. Sandwiches, Soups, and smoothies. We're opted for the smoothies since it's unseasonably warm today and we've been walking. The smoothie helps your mouth be happy. I don't knew how else to explain it. Clean and flavorful! read more

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Anastasiya K.

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Walked into this little shop on a rainy day. I ordered the Torpedo which had ham, salami and bologna, with everything on it and French bread. The sandwich was good! Nothing crazy. I think it was on the pricier side for what you get. The size them different by super/regular/junior. read more

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Caleb J.

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I am somewhat skeptical when it comes to sandwich shops, but I'd say Harry's knocked it out of the park! Today there was a "short staffed" sign on the door, but they totally could've fooled me. I got my sandwich quick regardless of the 5 people in front of me. They put an oil/vinegar on the sandwich that adds a nice kick to it, especially if you get onions. If you get a sandwich, I recommend getting it toasted. While you wait, you can check out the pictures inside and/or look at the large menu and smoothie options. It's a cozy little shop with a lot of character, and I will definitely include this in my lunch options going forward! read more

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Tiffany K.

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Idk why the overall score for Harry's is so low??? All I see are 5 star reviews and it deserves it!!!! This unassuming sandwich shop is serving up DELICIOUS, bouncy, flavorful, SCRUMPTIOUS, fresh, juicy sandwiches for the downtown weekday lunch seeking crowd!!! It's tucked away in the Monadnock building but y'all it's cute, it's cozy, run by a sweet couple, the sandwiches hit the spot, and they are a local Chicago business that's been around for DECADES. please show some love to Harry's sandwich shop, imma start going for breakfast regularly!!! read more

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Harry's Sandwich Shop - Unassuming outside of the shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Sam P.

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This sandwich lunch spot is a gem! The couple who run it are very friendly and helpful. The sandwiches are very delicious and the prices are lower than most sandwich shops in the loop. Try them out and be amazed. The junior size was sufficient to satisfy your appetite unless you're very hungry, then you can get the medium and large versions. I'm si glad I found this place after being unhappy with chains downtown. read more

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Shmoe J.

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This place is amazing please try the rice noodles with egg its delicious. Great food and great staff, do your self a favor and stop by for a Reuben and rice noodles! read more

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Tania R.

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Delicious, scrumptious sandwiches!! Great nice spot to go, to grab a quick bite. All the staff is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!!!! read more

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Edwin W.

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For a family owned small business operation, these sandwiches can hold up to any Italian deli in Chicago. The Italian and Turkey & Ham on French bread are second to none in the loop. read more

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These are delish sandwiches! The people that work here are very nice and friendly! And I love the location in the building! Very cool and historic! read more

Harry's Sandwich Shop - Torpedo sandwich!! Really good place! Delish sandwich highly recommended if you come visit Chicago! - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Johnnie And Lovie -.

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Walked in on my lunch break. I'm the only customer. Ordered corned beef on rye with cheese, onions, mustard. To go. What's more basic than that? Guy at counter writes it down. Hands order sheet to sandwich maker two steps away. A few minutes later, counter guy hands me a bag. Get back to work. Sandwich is corned beef, mayo on rye. My break is short. I can't go back to exchange sandwich. Conclusion: Harry's fails at the most basic things. FAIL read more

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Anfernee U.

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I don't know how this place does not have 5 stars. I haven't enjoyed a nice sandwich in a long time. Perfect size, amount of ingredients and price read more

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Garret B.

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So that's what a real egg tastes like! It's amazing the difference between what I got and the flash frozen microwave breakfast sandwiches from the typical Dunkin' and Starbucks. It was hot proper like you'd make at home and the people were super nice and friendly. Love to see true small business doing it right. Will be back. read more

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Ali S.

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I'm not sure why the reviews on this sandwich shop are so low. I had the Italian beef today and it was amazing. It was the perfect combination of spicy (just a little) and savory. I loved all the ingredients they put on it. Amazing service workers and clean restaurant. I will be going back again during my lunch break. Absolutely recommend! read more

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Michelle M.

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I order my usual and it never fails to disappoint! Love everything about this place and have gotten to know one of the employees working there--Sergio! Such a delightful and caring man :)! Always a pleasure coming in !!! read more

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Andre W.

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I just had a very good warm 8 inch roast beef sandwich with all the trimmings (onions, pickles, green peppers, lettuce, mayo, tomato) from this little mom and pop joint. I loved every bite of it! I have also stopped in for a breakfast sandwich (ham and eggs) and it was pretty good. The people working here seem to know most of their customers and are genuinely very nice. They also serve salads and other good stuff as well. They do not stay open very long and seem to be open during downtown work hours (6:30am-4pm) so its good to stop for breakfast or lunch mon-fri and early on Sat. read more

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Denise M.

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Great sandwiches shop! I moved back to California. My only regret is that I didn't go more often. Beat sandwich in town. Everything is fresh. I like that only the MB and Surfside locals knows about this place. read more

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Darin C.

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Best sandwich in the Loop! Harry makes all the sandwiches himself with care. I absolutely love this joint. It's one of the few mom & pop shops left in the Loop. It's so classically Chicago, and It's easily my favorite lunch spot in the city. No frills because with food this good at this price, you don't need any. Thanks, Harry! read more

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Darin C.

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This is seriously a gem in the Loop. Good prices, great food, and great service. Long live Harry's.

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Mouse C.

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Harry's just proved another reason why the Monadnock building is truly my favorite building in Chicago. I always always chose to cut through this building while in the loop for its old school feel and timeless charm, yet I never considered eating at Harry's for some reason. Before heading to a meeting, with limited time to spare, I popped in and tried a sandwich. My god my only regret is not trying this place sooner. Fresh ingredients and plenty to choose from. I went basic-turkey and ham on wheat. It was probably the most easy, yet satisfying sandwich. I don't know if it was the vibes, smells, or rainy day feel but damn this sammy was bomb. "Everything" includes cheese, mayo, onion, green pepper, tomato, and oregano. A perfect merriment for your taste buds! Yo: Keep mom and pops in biz....next time you are in the loop...go here!!!! I can't wait to come back and try the tuna...or the pastrami...or the corned beef...ahhh too many to chose:) read more

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Daniel S.

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Solid sandwich stop in the loop near both the metra and L stations. They have both breakfast and lunch items, reasonably priced and both kinds taste good. Maybe not mind blowing but you know what you're gonna get and I've never been disappointed read more

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Harry's sandwich shop is my favorite local sandwich store. The owner is so very kind and their sandwich uses very fresh ingredients. Highly recommend! read more

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Fresh ingredients, nothing fancy. $5.95 for the pictured sandwich. Cheap lunch alternative in the loop read more

Harry's Sandwich Shop - Small delicious sandy for $5.95! - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Scott K.

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Delicious sandwiches. Owners are nice. Simple menu with classic choices and amazing result.

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Jordan B.

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Weird owners and subpar food. There's like one lady taking orders and one cook working. They are so rude and charged me a different price then what was on the menu. Gave me a weird look when I asked for a cup of water. Seems like a dying business who can't keep up because of inflation and weird location. read more

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Marisa T.

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I liked this little place for a wonderful turkey sandwich. The sandwich was excellent and very tasty. I will definitely return. Very quiet and tranquil to eat lunch. read more

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Benjamin K.

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New York style deli in Chicago.Nothing fancy, but prepared quickly and prices are good. Is perhaps the best option in the area for sandwiches. Can recommend if nearby. read more

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Becki S.

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Yum! I walked past this place forever not really knowing it really existed. It looks like just another window you pass by while walking through the loop. Today I noticed it was a restaurant, looked in, and decided a sandwich sounded great! The (owner?) lady in the front said they had been there for 27 years...obviously they know what they are doing! I had their Ruben...best Ruben i have EVER had. The boy had a BBQ beef sandwich, which he said was very impressive also. Fast service and all around yumminess! Minus 1 star for not having fountain drinks...but i guess having a can of pop isn't all that bad! I think i might have found a new fave lunch spot read more

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Rick V.

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It doesn't matter when I was here last - the very nice lady at the counter always remembers my order. I came in here in the summer of 2005 - hadn't been in town in 4 years - and she said, "Hello! Reuben and Dr. Pepper?" Wow. Any restaurant that has the same staff for nearly 20 years has to be doing something right. They have really good toasted subs, and I love their Chicken Gumbo. Also popular is the Rice Noodle Soup. read more

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Mark S.

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Had the hot pastrami sandwich. It tasted pretty good but usually when you go to one of these old-timey delis they give you a lot more pastrami. This one had a lot of tomato and green peppers and about half the meat I was anticipating. Prices were reasonable. read more

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Simon C.

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Really? Really? I literally just finished a to-go corned beef. Terrible. Tasteless. Hi Harry, Congratulations, you made a sandwich that qualifies as food. Ingredients were not fresh, the 'hot' sandwich left me cheese un-melted and my beef tepid. If you are reading this, my guess is you got off the Jackson Blue and passed a window with nice gold writing, and you thought "hmm, I'd like to try that independent NY style deli". Unfortunately, the comparison stops with the lettering. Luckily, you are an intelligent yelper and came here to read my review! Don't waste your time (or $'s!). I mean, I got to throw out a Keyshawn on this one. Harry? C'Mon Man! read more

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Joe M.

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There is a Harry and he proudly lets you know that he has been here 36 years. Great breakfast sandwiches for ridiculously inexpensive prices. I'm sure the lunch fare is just as good. read more

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Michael B.

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I had the combo hot roast beef and corned beef with all the fixins. Great sandwich and quick service

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Sheena B.

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Super great sandwich ( rueben) with fast service. Nice little place by Union League Hotel. Great spot we ran into for a nice lunch.

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Michael J.

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If you like Carl Budding lunch meat, and like paying $8 to eat it. You'll love this place. Complete waste of money. The service was slow, the sandwiches were small, and the meat was less than great. There's thousands of lunch options downtown Chicago, and this should NOT be one of them. read more

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More info about Harry's Sandwich Shop

336 S Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60604
The Loop
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(312) 663-0838
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Hours

What time does Harry's Sandwich Shop open?

Harry's Sandwich Shop opens at 9:30 AM on Monday.Harry's Sandwich Shop opens at 8:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Harry's Sandwich Shop close?

Harry's Sandwich Shop closes at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Harry's Sandwich Shop is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon 9:30 AM - 4:00 PMTue-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

Payment methods

Does Harry's Sandwich Shop take credit cards?

Yes, Harry's Sandwich Shop takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Harry's Sandwich Shop serve alcohol?

No, Harry's Sandwich Shop does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Harry's Sandwich Shop allow dogs?

Yes, Harry's Sandwich Shop allows dogs.

Does Harry's Sandwich Shop have TVs?

Yes, Harry's Sandwich Shop has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Harry's Sandwich Shop have bike parking?

Yes, Harry's Sandwich Shop has bike parking.

Does Harry's Sandwich Shop have outdoor seating?

No, Harry's Sandwich Shop does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Harry's Sandwich Shop have parking?

Yes, Harry's Sandwich Shop has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Harry's Sandwich Shop have free WiFi?

Yes, Harry's Sandwich Shop has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Skip the chain sandwich shops and try Harry's Sandwich Shop! For 33 years, we've been providing the freshest ingredients and best sandwiches inside the loop. We are a family owned and operated business with decades of experience in perfecting our sandwiches, soups and breakfast items until 11am. Please visit us to try our fabulous roast beef and turkey sandwiches, or our corned beef, or our legendary fresh ham & egg breakfasts. All of our ingredients are fresh and our vegetables are washed and cut each morning. We also feature a soup of the day to compliment many of our tasty sandwiches. We look forward to treating you to one of the classic sandwiches of Chicago!

Meet the Business Owner: Harry J.

Harry's actual name is Yeon. He has been making sandwiches for over 30+ years. Prior to opening his own sandwich shop, 'Harry' was head chef at the Hyatt Hotel.

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4.5(360 reviews)

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This. Sandwich. Was. Amazing…read more Decided to stop by for a quick sub and I was not disappointed. Walking into the spot reminded me of a spacious deli shop. It was refreshing to come to a deli that didn't have an overwhelming menu. When it was my turn to order, the interaction felt very personable. I ordered a Turkey Pastrami & Provolone sandwich and my girlfriend ordered a Turkey and Provolone (not pictured). The overall assembly of the sandwich was perfect. The bread is sourced from D'Amoto's (IYKYK) ‍. The meat was thinly sliced but they didn't skimp at all. The hot peppers were the star of the show though. Conte will definitely see me again this week! lol

On a busy Saturday, I decided to order ahead for myself and my hangry kids. We ordered Italian,…read moretuna and prosciutto subs. We also threw in an order of tiramisu and the large canoli. We were quoted a time of 20 minutes out. We arrived a little early and the gal at the counter told us it would be a few minutes. She called out when ready and sat at one of the tables in the front to eat. Each sub had a decent amount of filling. While we each offered the smallest subs, we were plenty full when we left. We enjoyed our subs and now have a place to add to our list for a new quick lunch. For the store itself, they have some odds and ends but many Italian staples. The counter and deli had a steady flow of customers in and out.

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Lucia S.

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3

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15 years ago

I've stopped by when I'm in the area and my sandwiches of choice are as great as they were 5 years ago, but I think your food experience does depend on what you get. My favorites are their torpedo (an italian sub), their ham & turkey sub, and their combo (corned beef plus roast beef). They use Turano bread for their cold subs which is a local bakery, so I'm also glad that I get to support another Chicago small business by going here. The bread they use for their toasted subs are the same exact kind you get at Potbelly's (I asked them once...) I prefer their cold subs as a couple times the hot subs I've gotten have sometimes been not as warm in the middle. Their vegetables have always been fresh, and I like how their soups aren't standard defrosted soups like some other places. In general, their sandwiches always hit the spot and they have some of my favorite sandwiches in Chicago. Not sure why others have had such a bad experience - been eating here for years and it always tastes great to me! Oh - and I know they do deliveries for larger orders in the area. A friend of mine has had them for lunch meetings a couple time. read more

Madge G.

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21

1

15 years ago

Really disappointing! The prices are expensive and the sandwiches are not fantastic. I had a corned beef sandwich and the meat was average AT BEST. Can't say there's anything really good about this place. Their prices to NOT match the quality. However, I assume it's a husband and wife team going on there- the wife? Very nice. The husband? Not so much. read more

Phil J.

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6

2

15 years ago

Big portions, doesn't skimp on meats, tasty food, I like the turkey pastrami. Always remembers me when I come in, even after years! True mom n pop read more

Mike M.

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30

4

15 years ago

Been there once. Pretty expensive sanwiches for what you get.

J P.

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80

2

9 years ago

Quick, clean, big enough sandwich for the money.

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