My Hero Subs

So good I came back 2 days in a row!…read more Right in the heart of downtown Riverside is the most delicious and precious sandwich shop. Right when we walked in the door, we were hit with the smell of freshly baking bread. We ordered a variety of items from a chicken salad salad, a tuna salad salad, a tuna salad wrap with avocado, a toasted grilled cheese and a turkey avocado sandwich on a croissant. The stars of the show may have been the potato salad and the pasta salad. All and all everything tasted fresh and delicious. My 4-year-old picky eater requested we go back the next day and that's how I knew it was top notch. As if this place couldn't get any better, we had impeccable service from the husband and wife owners each day. They informed us they've been in business over 25 years and the long line developing behind us was a testament just to house special this place actually is. Definitely give this spot a try!

The food and customer service was amazing. I've never had a sandwich this good I'm genuinely…read moreimpressed. Their potato salad is amazing as well.

Inside area where you order :)

Chicken salad on wheat with pasta salad

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4.1(1.8k reviews)

1.9 mi

We arrived a little before 11:00 a.m. because we wanted to get sandwiches. We didn't realize they…read moreonly served breakfast until 11, but luckily they were able to accommodate us this time. (: We were very grateful for that. I got the Italian Grinder with no red onions and substituted the ham for turkey. I chose the pasta salad as my side, and the sandwich also came with some kind of vinaigrette. The flavors were good, but I think the bread started to come apart near the end, and I personally wish the red peppers had more of a pickled aspect! I also got the Lemon Cheesecake Bar (?), which was yummy, but it does have nuts on top. I think a crumble topping would be even better instead. (: The inside feels a bit dated, but the employees definitely seemed to be keeping it clean. As customers came and went, they cleared the dirty tables pretty quickly. Overall, I'd give this place a 4/5, but 5 stars for the accommodation. :)

4++ Popular bakery/bistro located in the Downtown Riverside area (very walkable!). This place got…read moreon my radar because of their sandwiches. I came in at sort of an odd hour for lunch so the place was pretty chill and not too busy. Service style is fast casual where you order at the counter and find a seat. The place has a feel of having been there for a long time with large wood booths or separators. I ordered the grilled pastrami and Swiss sandwich and got it with their potato salad. The pastrami was griddled and has an old school flavor and style with some nice crunch from the sourdough. A great sandwich overall! Parking in the neighborhood wasn't too hard to find along the street and even if you need to park a block or two away, the neighborhood is nice to walk through.

Love the atmosphere

Lettuce wrap ( own request)

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Triple berry challa French toast

Cheba Hut Toasted Subs

I met a friend here for lunch who told me this is her favorite place to get a sandwich. I agree -…read morethis is one of the best sandwich shops I've been to. The interior decor can be described in one word: Dude! There are a handful of tables inside and a bar where beer on tap is served. As a first-timer, the young woman at the register was friendly and helpful in helping me make decisions after being overwhelmed by their large menu. So many choices! I decided on the Acapulco Gold: BBQ chicken breast pieces, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and dressing. It usually comes with onions too, but I asked that ingredient be left out. She guided me to try it on garlic bread, which was a wise choice (thank you), and her finger measurements helped me decide on how big a sandwich I should get. I made it a combo, which came with a bag of chips and a fountain drink. The sandwich was messy but, as is often the case with messy food, it was incredibly delicious! All the flavors melded well together. Every ingredient tasted so fresh, especially the bread. This is THE place to come if you are craving a sandwich! Note: street parking or pay in a nearby lot

The sandwiches are great! Delicious and fresh. I would say that this time the sandwiches were on…read morethe lighter side in terms of how much they were filled. Service is good, cashiers are nice. The space is seemingly well kept, plenty of seating inside and outside.

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The Sub Station

4.3(449 reviews)

0.6 mi

Encore Opening June 22-23rd! 1972-2026 Substation Farewell…read moreFood- this place fed me post breakups, midterms, etc. Always ordered the same sub with a side of potato salad. On June 20th, 2026, Substation has closed its doors after a fantastic run! Service- owner was always so personable and remembered a face! The staff was united because he build a community and special outings for employees. The memories were always posted on the wall. Ambiance- the owner and family made the seating and tables I recall. Very simple with patio seating available. Amazing job! You will be sorely missed.

Sad to hear this spot was going and had to go back one last time! Got the big dude on this occasion…read morewhich is one of my go to's. Subs are always fresh and packed with toppings here. I hope they find another location on campus or in Riverside to continue!

Large!

Melted cheese n avocado

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Butch's Grinders

4.2(481 reviews)

2.8 mi

The sandwiches here are bomb... but the unsung hero is the pasta salad!!! I got the ultimate…read moreItalian based on online suggestions, and it was good, but it was a little bit soggy. The restaurant itself is what I would consider a hole in the wall, which I love! Seating is pretty straightforward and you can grab chips or a drink from the refrigerator. The menu speaks for itself and is very straightforward as well. You place your order hang out for a little bit and you pay once your order comes up. This was my second or third time stopping in and I still had some questions that the folks behind the counter were happy to answer.

The sandwich taste really delicious. I recommended this place to anyone that wants to eat good and…read morethe place is very clean . Thank you we will visit again. Best sandwich in riverside ca Thank you james

Menu/front counter

Turkey on Dark Wheat

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4.6(196 reviews)

4.3 mi

I come here almost everyday for my lunch and the quality, the customer service, and overall…read moreexperience every time is beyond exceptional! If you're reading this and you are thinking of trying Urban Cafe. Please do. My favorite is the Pesto Chicken Sandwich! Big shoutout to Ryane!

I went on Wednesday around 12pm for the first time. My coworkers recommended it. When I walked in,…read moreI was greeted and my coworker went to pick up her order and another coworkers order. I placed an order with the cashier and he was a really nice young man. I asked if he knew what was in the salmon bowl and I pointed to a picture on the wall. He told me everything in the bowl without missing a beat. my coworker said "wow you really know your stuff, that's so awesome" and he just shrugged and smiled. There are cookies on this heated surface by the cash register and oh man they looked so good. My food was prepared really fast. I don't even like sweet potatoes and planned to give them to my coworker but they were so good. I ate my entire bowl and saved the cookie for later. Both were so tasty. Next time, I'm going to get the chocolate cookie and probably the same bowl. I loved it here.

Cilantro Chicken Salad

Seared Ahi Tuna Bowl

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Refreshing Agua Frescas and Lemonades

Crust Toast and Sandwich

4.6(127 reviews)

3.6 mi

Family-owned & operated

Outdoor seating

I've been eyeing this place through DoorDash and thought I'd try their sandwiches since it's near…read moremy workplace. This is a hidden gem on Central Avenue - ample parking in the back and you are greeted with a nice little patio with a coffee bar and you order your food inside. I had the egg bacon and cheddar cheese, breakfast sandwich and it was fabulous. They did not scrimp on the bacon, and the bread was beautifully toasted. You can taste - smell the good quality of the food. It was delish & for sure will be back again!

Delicious food, fresh ingredients!! An absolute local must. The owner was very nice as were the…read moreladies helping us! The place is cute, a little small on the inside but they have plenty of patio seating. I got the veggie sandwich and it hit the spot, perfect amount, perfect flavor! The garlic aioli is my favorite... I'm coming back just for that!!! We WILL be back! Love this new spot!

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D'Elia's Grinders Eastside

3.7(1.4k reviews)

1.0 mi

Hi everyone I've been going to delias grinders since about 1980 with my Grandma and Grandpa and for…read moreus it was always a Friday or Saturday family treat if it wasn't Shakeys, but I will say I in the last maybe 3 years I left a bad review about the bread not being the same,the owner had enough class and respec to call me up and discuss my issue witch blew me away that he took the time to call a random customer to hear me out about the bread , he did explain to me that there was an issue that day with the dough , he was very persistent on trying to make my experience and dinner right and I told him it was no big deal, he offered me a free grinder. The next time I came in but I never returned today I was craving a delias grinder ....when I called in the phone service was old school professional, not what I'm used to anymore. And when I got to the restaurant, the woman that it helped me. And cashed me out was extremely hospitable, respectful and treated me like a freaking customer. Not like I was bothering her like these people make you feel nowadays and that was refreshing Her name was cassidy . And because of her class, I will continue to return to Delias grinders University as much as I can. Thank you.

We come here often, we always get the same sandwich, the Philly DeFuego... they have changed the…read moresteak a few times over the years & it is usually as good or better.... However we went last week & they changed it again & it was not good at all, it is like shredded to a pulp, and way over seasoned, and almost salty. It was hard to finish and not something we will eat again. The staff were very nice when we arrived & the fries were delicious as always. But our favorite sandwich that has brought us back for years, even after moving away from the area 13.5 years ago is not good anymore, we will not make the 25 miles drive until the steak has been changed again.

Family owned small business that has been a staple in the city of riverside for a few decades

D'Loaded Cheesesteak

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Bacon Avocado Cheeseburger

Toasted

Locally owned & operated

First time here with a buddy of mine and my initial impressions were this: line was kinda crazy for…read morea weekday. The space inside is cute and has a relaxed ambiance and I appreciate being able to see the food prepped. That said it is very crowded and can't accommodate large parties/ number of people. After waiting in a semi-long line for about like 20/25 mins--we truly expected the service to be okay. Were well prepared or wait 20+ mins again which was a bummer except-- they shocked us! They had our food and coffee items out in under 5 mins I want to say. Me and my friend both loved what we bought. Would definitely recommend

Great find. Highly recommend. It was busy!!!! The line was long and the cashier was real busy but…read morealways politely gave customers an apology and did her best not to keep people waiting. Chai Latte I would give a 4 stars out of a 5 star. We all got breakfast sandwiches that were good. The sourdough bread deserves a 5/5 but the ingredients to the sandwich is like what you would get any other place but rest assured they bake their own bacon and use fresh eggs out of the shell. So that's as authentic you can get. We would go back and check other items on the menu. Recommend this new find ya'll.

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Cardelli's Italian Market Deli & Catering

4.7(429 reviews)

6.5 mi

this is a nice little spot to come from time to time. People are always friendly and helpful. Today…read moreI had the turkey bacon on the 6 inch roll. it's a really good sandwich and that seasoning oil they put on is really good. This place doesn't disappoint. The only thing I have to say is they could put a little more bacon on the sandwich for what you pay for the sandwich. All in all it's a really good sandwich. I also ordered a side of the macaroni salad. The macaroni salad is always really good and you can tell they make it fresh every day.

Before my mother passed away, we'd go to Cardelli's on a regular basis after her dialysis…read moretreatments nearby. Let me tell you, the sandwiches are absolutely amazing! Their Cardelli Specialty Sandwich is one of my favorites, along with the Hot Italian Beef Sandwich! Their Antipasto Salad pairs great with any sandwich! They've always been tasty, and always filling! We have never had bad service, the staff have always been great in our experience! The interior has several tables, and is ADA compliant. Why I brought this up: My mother was wheelchair bound, and it's very important to me that an establishment has handicap accessibility. Don't think too hard, swing by and give them a try!

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Veggie Heaven on squaw bread

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Lynne R.

0

2

0

6 years ago

If I could give this place 10 stars I would. Bleu cheese potato salad - oh man - it's the best potato salad I've ever had! I'm a simple sandwich gal - BLT all day everyday - and they make it perfect every time. It's a Riverside favorite because there are always a lot of people getting food from here - the staff are awesome - so friendly. They make you feel like you're one in a million. All these silly little reviews from spoiled entitled kids - lol - sit down - these people are not against anyone for skin color or anything like that. read more

Brian J.

1

24

0

14 years ago

Alot better than subway and most sanwich places, but the girl taking my order had this death stare like she's too good to work in this place. She seemed like she didn't want to help me, she was stacking chips while I waited for about 10 mins before saying "you ready"? This place is good dont get me wrong but I just wish they have nicer people after all we are the ones keeping them open. read more

Erika P.

157

8

4

6 years ago

FOUR WORDS - THE BREW HOUSE SANDWICH. Yummmmmy. I love the staff, the establishment is always clean and the beer selection is awesome. Ive only tried one sandwich but damn is it good. So good i cant try another. Maybe i will today. Another plus is that theyre family owned for 30+ years! read more

Cj' C.

490

10

3

8 years ago

Tried for the first time last night and the food was great, freshly cooked very tasty and well presented. The waiters were attentive and service overall was good. The restaurant looked to have been recently decorated. Overall a good meal and great value we will certainly be going back. read more

Andrea G.

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5

0

6 years ago

I have been coming here for about 12 years now and I love it. I think it changed hands because the interior got a much needed upgrade but the food stayed the same-fresh and delicious. I wish they still had coke or at least cherry Pepsi read more

Hector M.

0

10

3

10 years ago

This is a pretty good place if you want a sandwich and not in the mood for subway or jersey mikes. They have really low prices compared to other sand which places! It could get really busy between lunch time though. read more

T.j C.

179

16

11

7 years ago

Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm good!!! read more

Jozer909 ..

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5

0

12 years ago

Best sandwich ever great service. The place is kinda small and not too many employees but its a good place to have lunch i would come back again for sure read more

Mario P.

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4

0

5 years ago

This is one of the best sandwich places I've ever tried so many different options and the meat is always tasting so fresh. I would highly recommend. read more

Trevor C.

3

1

3

8 years ago

Love this place .1.99 for a sandwich! Service is always fast and staff is friendly! Has a old fashion style decor on the inside of the shop. read more

Jaida M.

4

6

0

9 years ago

That bread is amazing.. Wish the sandwhich came with a little more meat but I have to leave 5 stars for the bread alone

Joshua V.

13

51

2

6 years ago

Boooooooooooooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbb!!!! Bourbon chicken

Sean D.

0

14

2

13 years ago

Great place great sandwiches. Chicken chipotle sandwich is out of this world! Come here very often

DeQuan M.

0

7

1

2 years ago

Always a 10/10 when I come here they don't ever mess up my order and it's always clean!

Team 6.

0

5

0

6 years ago

Absolutely love this place, my team loves to go here and it is fantastic. Quality subs

Marco A.

0

1

0

7 years ago

good beer, bomb food, excellent customer service!! you won't be disappointed

Kiara C.

38

67

48

10 years ago

My pastrami must of been swimming in the Dead Sea. It was showered in salt

Chi K.

15

29

20

15 years ago

love the Turkey Jr there. craving for it through out my pregnancy.

Beto P.

0

1

4 years ago

I paid for avocado and they didn't put it, they charged me

Alma A.

1

2

0

15 years ago

I love this place!!! the subs are cheap but soo soo goood!

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