We heard about how good this place is so we came in for lunch. You come in and order your sandwich down a busy line and grab a table anywhere you can. This place will be very busy/loud at lunch time, we were there around 1:00. It creates a pretty good atmosphere for an iconic type place. I got a corned beef and brisket with cheddar cheese on rye (pressed like a panini) and my girlfriend got the portobello mushroom sandwich also pressed. My sandwich was very good, but not much different than sandwiches I've had elsewhere. It didn't wow me that much but was still solid. I actually think mine would have been better if it weren't as a panini, but that's my own fault because I requested that. My girlfriend really liked her vegetarian sandwich as well. Overall, glad I came just not in a rush to come back with many other great places to eat in town. It is also pretty expensive for what you're getting. 2 sandwiches were $29. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Corned Beef & Brisket w/Cheddar ($13.95) - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great Yelp find! $20 sandwiches but they were so good! Pastrami and chicken cordon blue were both delicious. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Daily special chicken cordon blue with a spicy aioli. Delish and so filling, I could only eat half - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We had the Chopetle Pastrami and it was super delicious. I had never had a pastrami sandwich before. I'm glad it was here. I little pricey but worth it in my opinion. They are big enough that you can share. I shared 1 with my husband and we were completely full because they don't skimp on the ingredients. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The restaurant is closed!!!!! We went to try their sandwiches and found that the location was closed!!!

LOADED, and I say LOADED with Pastrami! Pictured below is the delightful Chipotle Pastrami and the Pastrami Diablo! BEST Partami ever, but does come at the price of 17.95 per sandwich! Def worth a stop while in Boston if you love Pastrami, Sandwiches, or Foooooood! Huge portions and def worthy of a split as well! read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Pastrami Diablo - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The food here is amazing and fresh! We have ordered from here several times now and they never disappoint. Easy on line ordering and delivery on time chosen! The cookies are a hit with each one wrapped separately for easy grab and go. The half sandwich is a perfect lunchtime portion. Fresh and delicious. Best part for me is the amazing pickles ! read more

Absolutely delicious! I ordered the Pastrami Rachel and my dad ordered the Southwestern Pastrami. Both amazing, but we agreed that his was better and more flavorful. The price is right for the quality of the meat, but I will say other famous places I've been for pastrami sandwiches will load up the sandwich w/even more meat for the same price. The picture for my pastrami Rachel online looks way bigger than what I actually got. Regardless of the size, I was extremely satisfied and will be back again. Pastrami Rachel was very tasty, but I think I prefer sauerkraut over coleslaw in my sandwich so next time I will try the pastrami Reuben. Highly recommend coming here! read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Pastrami Rachel - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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**covid19** Outdoor seatings available! We were having a road trip of NEW ENGLAND and my husband and I only had 2 days to spend in Boston. LET me tell ya that this place, was one of the best sandwiches we've had on the trip! To the point where we wanted to take the shop back to NOVA where we are from. If you are in Boston, it's worth trying! read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Meet the Pastrami Diablo. Packed with LEAN pastrami. There was absolutely zero fat :O Preface, I have a negative spice tolerance, and as would have it that I found this spicy. I'm sure anyone else would only comment how full of flavor the sandwich was and not notice any spice. I appreciate the pickle as this will help my tongue cope with the heat. Definitely try this out if you're a pastrami lover. P.s. If you're a vegetarian, the Roasted Vegetable Wrap pictured in the back is also delicious :) read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Pastrami Diablo Sandwich Roasted Vegetable Wrap - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

BEST PASTRAMI SANDWICH I HAVE EVER HAD. When they say Sam Lagrassa has the best sandwiches, it is no exaggeration. To be honest, I have only had their pastrami sandwiches so I cant speak about others but you should be coming here for the pastrami. It is only open weekday lunches but its usually jam packed in here and for good reason! The sandwiches are expensive at 15 dollars but it is totally worth it. The pastrami is just so tender. Covid Experience: they are open 11 to 2pm Monday through Fridays. They offer limited indoor and outdoor dining. You can order in the store, online, or over the phone. They did a really nice job keeping distance between customers in line and the workers clean the space really well. I ordered by the phone because I kept running into an issue with their online ordering website. The person taking the order was so nice despite the number of modifications I made. I wish I could have given them tip but it was not an option when I paid in the store. I have tried the travelers, chipotle, and the diablo (original and with personal modifications). Even though they are all good (you cant go wrong with this pastrami!) My favorite has to be the diablo. Diablo is saucy and spicy, making it a total flavor bomb. The hot cherry peppers and the onion really cut down on the heaviness. The original sandwich doesnt come grilled but I actually think it tastes better when you ask for it to be grilled. I noticed that the bbq sauce kinda caramelizes, adding another flavor profile. I cannot recommend this enough!! The travelers is for people who may be a little hesitant to try something new. It is a classic sandwich with a little twist. This was my first sandwich I tried and I thought it was amazing until I tried the Diablo. Chipotle is good if you want something light and refreshing with the pastrami. It was pretty good but I dont think I would get it again. The flavor combination wasnt as good as others. read more

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4 STARS! A MUST DO! Sam LaGrassa's Sandwiches are PRICEY but they are GOOOD! See Money Savings Tips Below. They are a family owned restaurant located in the heart of Downtown Boston on Province Street. They have been serving sandwiches since 1968. They have indoor & outdoor dining, Takeout, Catering & ship nationwide through Goldbelly too. They are only open for lunch weekdays. They are NOT open on the weekends. INSIDE TIP: Order online - You'll get 10% Off your first Online Order & you can also join their Rewards Program & get Sammy Bucks when ordering online. The most popular sandwich here is the Chipotle Pastrami which features Rumanian Pastrami that's been seasoned & smoked with Chipotle Honey Mustard, Coleslaw, Swiss Cheese, on a Grilled Italian Sesame Roll and you get some pickles too. In addition to the Chipotle Pastrami being the most popular; it is also Food Network's Star Guy Fieri's Favorite Sandwich here. That's the Sandwich I chose too & it was GOOOD! with the pickles on the side. Some other popular items are their Corned Beef, Turkey & Chicken. They also have video screens inside displayed on a brick wall that shows you exactly what the sandwiches look like which is very helpful. One of their pictures shows an old fashioned picture of a gentleman with a derby hat from yesteryear eating one of their sandwiches with pinkie fingers pointed upwards. If you get takeout that same Derby Hat picture appears on the paper bag. They have Sodas in old fashioned glass bottles too. They also carry canned ice teas. They have a Merch Shop here as well. Their customer service is really good in here. They were Going around to all the tables outside & asking people if they needed anything else. If it's in the warmer months Spring, Summer or Fall choose to sit outside they have it all decorated with trees & flowers. It's really nice. There are also old fashioned street lights with flower pots at the top when in season. Since you are in the area, be sure to go next door to one of the Coolest, Biggest & Most Beautiful Walgreens you'll ever see on School St. it's in an old 1920's Boston Five Cent Savings Bank Building in a Bank Vault! It used to be, you had to have Mega Bucks & be really rich to have the Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like a King on a Limited Budget! read more

Simple menu....Great food! I treat myself to a Ruben every couple of months. Always delicious!

Any time I am in Boston I have to go to Sam La Grasa's. The best pastrami and cheese Ever! It's best to call ahead or order online as the parking is tough and pricey. Gary read more

Great sandwich. Can't go wrong here. Will be back with many friends! I must have came during a lull because I got a parking spot right out front and pretty much had my choice of tables. read more

The BEST pastrami sandwiches around!!! This place will not disappoint, it is a must try when you are in town! They offer a variety of other great sandwiches as well. Great bang for your buck! read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Pastrami and Corned Beef Combo - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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[3.5/5] Maybe I just ordered the wrong thing but unpopular opinion, I did not really enjoy my lunch from Sam LaGrassa's. My friend and I decided to each order a sandwich and swap halves. For our first sandwich we had the Pastrami Diablo, a new-ish sandwich to the menu. I personally was underwhelmed by the sandwich. Instead of the bbq sauce and apple wood bacon balancing the salt of the pastrami, the sandwich actually still just tasted salty - perhaps the bacon actually added to it; I also felt it lacked the heat that the name and ingredients led me to think it would deliver. To balance the pastrami-based sandwich, the second sandwich was the Triple Club. I actually really enjoyed this one to my own surprise and I also must add, after eating the disappointing Pastrami Diablo, I was still quite full (believe it - Sam LaGrassa's serves up HUGE sangys, no joke) so I took the half a Triple Club on to the TRAIN. Let me tell you, this sandwich still held up halfway into my trip from Jersey to Boston. I can only imagine what it tastes like fresh if I enjoyed it this much after the fact. I'm not ruling Sam LaGrassa's entirely out, but I am not on the bandwagon yet either. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - pastrami diablo - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Was the sandwich delicious? Yes. Was it overpriced? Absolutely. You could miss this spot if you don't know what you're looking for. It was our last stop on our way out of Boston. I was really looking forward to it! When we ended up paying just over $40 for two sandwiches (yes, only two), I was a bit shocked. You could share a sandwich between two people to save money. The deli meat is all top quality and fresh. Same with the cheeses. I think the price tag comes from the name on the sign outside. Clearly I'm having a hard time thinking about anything wonderful to share, so I'll say this experience was just so-so. read more

I came here a few years ago when I lived in Boston. The sandwiches were great. I would recommend to anyone in the area

Damn, what a sandwich. I've tried various corned beef, pastrami and roast beef sandwiches. All were amazing but some were a little too big and/or rich for me. Great selection of breads and extras. A lunch there with chips and drink runs me about$18. Service at the counter can be gruff, but they're busy making great sandwiches. I recommend going before or after lunch hour. They know how to keep a line moving, but it gets packed. Just a big good sandwich that you could make two meals out of. read more

Good but not great sandwich that was absurdly expensive for what you get. Seemed a bit like the owners are resting on their laurels and are now just mailing it in. For a $25 sandwich, you should expect something impressive (just the sandwich). As a Boston resident, there are better local places out here. Don't be lured by the famous reviews. It has outlived its usefulness. read more

I've always wanted to come here for lunch but difficult to do with a Monday to Friday schedule. So today was the day during this COVID pandemic. It was great ordering and picking up as we didn't have to wait in a likely usual long line. We brought it over to the commons and had a seat by one of the tables at earls. And oh my was it worth it. I wasn't sure whether to do the chipotle, Diablo or classic but so glad to have tried the chipotle. The bread Had a nice toast and crunch to it. I liked the honey chipotle sauce along with the coleslaw in the sandwich. The pastrami was delicious., I only wished there was a bit more pastrami. I also think the pickle that came on the side did a disservice as it tasted like a cucumber in water and some salt. I immediately wanted another sandwich. Although I'd like to try another sandwich, I think I'd get another chipotle the next time. Will have to make my way back there before it's get too hectic again! read more

Holy crap, this is one of the best sandwiches that I have ever had since I started Yelping nearly nine years ago. I am not exaggerating. I don't usually go back to places - you don't get to 8300 reviews by going to the same places all the time. But you can be sure that I will be back to Sam LaGrassa's. I had the corned beef and pastrami combo and it was amazing. Sometimes, you bite into a pastrami sandwich and it's all stringy bits that come pouring out with that bite. Not today. Sometimes, you bit into a rye bread sandwich and the bread is gooey or hard. Not today. Sometimes, you bite into a sandwich with cole slaw on it and it's too wet or too tangy. Not today. This sandwich was perfection. The corned beef was tender. The pastrami was firm. The bread was soft. The cole slaw held together to the last bite. Even the two halves of the pickle was crispy and excellent. This was a hell of a sandwich. Absolutely spot on. Round number review #8300 read more

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Top three sandwiches I've ever had. The place is absolutely bustling at lunch, and for good reason. The Pastrami Diablo had the perfect balance of sweetness (from the bread) and heat from the cherry peppers and monterey jack. The meat to bread ratio was just right, and although the price was steep for a sandwich - $15 - I felt that it was worth it. If I worked around here I know that my wallet would eventually start hurting. It would be worth it to go back and try all their specialty sandwiches. My buddy had the turkey sandwich and had nothing but good things to say. In fact, he wouldn't stop going on about how juicy the turkey was compared to other sandwich joints. Safe to say that he was pleased as well. All in all, if I'm back in Boston, I'll be hitting up Sam La Grassa read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Most expensive sandwich I've ever eaten, but it was worth it. The quality of meat was worth the price alone, not to mention how much they stack in their sandwiches. Staff was friendly and made my sandwich within five minutes. All in all a great experience and will definitely be back when I am in town. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Pastrami Diablo - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

When a place is only open from 11 am - 3:30 pm during the week, has lines out the door on the daily, and has been serving up family recipes for ridiculous sandwiches since 1968 - you KNOW it's going to be goooood. Thanks to Guy Fieri and his trip to flavortown at Sam LaGrassa's a few years back, I discovered the chipotle pastrami and my life has been more flavorful ever since. This sandwich is everything. A heaping portion of house-made pastrami, chipotle honey mustard, coleslaw and swiss cheese nestled between a grilled Italian roll. The cheese is perfectly gooey and melted from the hot pastrami, the honey mustard is the perfect hint of spice to balance the sweet coleslaw and the pastrami....that pastrami is just out of this world. As Guy would say - shut the front door. This is #LunchGoalz if I've ever seen them. Come hungry, as the sandwiches are quite large. They come with house made pickles, too which are divine. If you're feeling extra you can also get the fries. Totally unnecessary as you will be quite full, but also never a bad idea because they are so so tasty! These are huge steak fries and fried to golden brown perfection. A lunch at Sam LaGrassa's will cost you around $15 but it is well worth it. The sandwich is definitely shareable (especially if you want to avoid a food coma at the office) BUT trust me, you will not want to share once you take your first bite. When living in Boston, every visitor who came during the week was taken to Sam LaGrassa's. Out of the 20+ people we hosted in 3 years, not one complaint on this pastrami. It is heavenly and I miss it oh so much. Don't be deterred by the lines. They move really fast, and typically you can always find a seat once your food is ready. It's sandwich magic. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Chipotle Pastrami (fries in the background) - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I typically don't give a full five star review for somewhere I have only been once. However, the sandwich that I had here was hands-down the best sandwich I've had in my entire life. So I can't not give it five stars. They have really great menu options, plus the ability to custom create your own sandwich. I love the combinations that they come up with and that the flavors blend really well and aren't overwhelming. I went with the Pastrami & Corned Beef Combo. We also shared a fry. The fries were hot and crispy, just like I like them. The sandwich though. It's what dreams are made of. The meat is soft and flavorful and melts in your mouth. The cheese, sauce, and slaw accompany the meat to add other great textures and flavors. The bread brings everything together perfectly. Don't make any changes to this sandwich, it doesn't need them. Now I'm thinking about how I can travel back to Boston to eat this again. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Pastrami & Corned Beef Combo - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Stupid expensive, and don't understand their business model of only being open 11am-2pm Monday through Friday. They lose out on so much business being closed on the weekend. Doing this could possibly allow them to lower their prices. Ordered a pastrami/corned beef combo (as is) and a chicken parm sandwich. $49!! Both were tasty but nothing to go crazy over. Glad I tried them out and checked it off the bucket list but I won't be returning anytime soon. Cool atmosphere and friendly staff which makes a difference. Definitely a tourist trap. read more

I have never been a huge fan of pastrami - just too salty and too much meat packed into a sandwich. But Sam is different. My go to is the Pastrami Diablo. I have been here a handful of times and I have gotten the Diablo EVERY TIME. I have had a bite of the other variations and in my opinion the Diablo is still my favorite. There is just something about how the spicy jalepenos mixed in with that bbq sauce and the pastrami that just makes is SO DELICIOUS DOWN TO THE LAST BITE. For $16 (including tax) it is a little pricey for a sandwich but it has earned its value for me. The meat to sauce to bread ratio is just perfect and its so filling. They are only open for lunch and the line can get pretty long, so I usually try to get there just before the noon lunch rush. There are decent seating room or you can always just grab and go. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Pastrami Diablo Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Sam L will NEVER DISAPPOINT however the price tag is outrageous. You can easily spend $40 just getting a sandwich, side & drink. When you are the best you can charge whatever you like. With that said if I am within 5 miles of that place around lunchtime it's not even a question where I'm eating. The pastrami and corn beef has to be top 2 in the nation & they ain't #2. read more

I know that it's been an excruciating long wasteful time we've been forced to wear a mask but let's face it, ordering food was odd today. I think wearing a mask means you don't have to listen to the customers order (they got it wrong for take out and yes, I was down the street when I realized it) and frankly the whole experience was odd. I was asked questioned for my order that didn't pertain to anything. Time for a vacation for some of your employees . read more

Favorite sandwich in America the Chipotle pastrami. Amazing place. Thanks to triple D on food Network showing me this gem. Great family owned business and everything is great here. Whenever I am in Boston this place is a must. Note their hours so you don't miss out. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Chipotle pastrami - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Highly suggested place for pastrami from our tour guide. While there may be a line this place moves faaast. Order ahead for pickup or enjoy your time in line for 10-15 minutes. The windows here make the place look much larger than it is and lets in plenty of natural light. Our tour guide suggested the traveller but I was torn between the pastrami/corned beef combo so I thought it would be the best of both worlds. For ~$15 a sandwich you have enough to share between two people. The pastrami and corned beef were flavored well and were delicious between the two pieces of rye. The bread held up well but I'd be curious to try it on a thicker cut of bread. We also opted for a side of their clam chowder and it was the last bit of food we needed to fill us up for the rest of the day. The chowder was thick just the way I like it and had plenty of thick cuts of clam and pieces of bacon. YUM! They close around 3PM so be sure to come during lunch since you won't be able to get it any other time. Other fave seems to be the chipotle pastrami so need to try that one next time. read more

You can Google the prices and judge for yourself, but EVERY TIME we go there, it's a home run Absolutely Fantastic sandwich and the best one in Boston read more

After walking all morning around the Boston Common, we are all hungry for a late lunch place without a wait for food. The menu at Sam LaGrass's are Deli Sandwiches. The order line starts at the entrance of the restaurant and as you move along they assemble your sandwich with the freshly cut meats or ingredients. We ordered the Pastrami and Corned Beef Combo, Santa Fe BBQ Chicken Sandwich and Roast Beef with Bacon and Cheese Sandwich. They all were filling with a good amount of meat in between fresh soft bread. Everything tasted great and Hit the spot! We would definitely go there again for a quick bite to eat! read more

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Good sandwich where they don't skimp on the meat! Their pastrami is well flavored and textured. A bit pricey though ($20+ sandwich!)... read more

It's pretty expensive but you get your money's worth. I had the buffalo Chicken and my husband had the pastrami. Both were delicious. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Buffalo Chicken Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I came in and immediately was hit with the amazing smell of pastrami wafting through the air. I had the Chipotle Pastrami based on an employee's recommendation and it was great. Make sure to eat it with the pickles that come on the side! The service was very good and every was very hospital. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Their famous Chipotle Pastrami - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Sam LaGrassa's is a family-operated deli led by three brothers. The deli arguably serves the best sandwiches in Boston. 1. What is the restaurant like? This is a casual deli, with a cafeteria-style ordering process: you wait in line, pick up your tray, place your order, and pay for your meal. Despite the regularly long queues, the diner is rather efficient at moving customers along. 2. What should you get here? Sam LaGrassa's offers an expansive selection of sandwiches, but the most popular is undoubtedly the pastrami corned beef combo. I ordered the pastrami diablo with a side of clam chowder. The clam chowder was fine though not exactly memorable. The pastrami diablo, however, was a sandwich worth trying. This hefty sandwich was piled high with pastrami, monterey jack cheese, onions, bacon, chipotle mayo, bbq sauce, and hot cherry peppers. The pastrami was the star of the show, but the other ingredients elevated the flavor profile of the sandwich. The hot cherry peppers contributed some heat and helped to cut out the saltiness from the meat while the bacon added a welcome crunch. 3. Other notes: - Only open from 11 am - 3:30 pm on weekdays - The restaurant was featured on Guy Fieri's show Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives - The sandwiches can be shared, especially between lighter eaters I'm glad to have finally checked this one off the Boston bucket list but I'd like to return for Sam LaGrassa's other beloved sandwiches. read more

Stopped in after this place was recommended to me. I ordered the Pastrami and Corned Beef Sandwich. Both of the meats were tasty and the sandwich also came with Slaw and Swiss Cheese. The flavor combo of the cheese, meat and slaw were excellent. It came out on light rye which just added to the taste. The place was your typical deli, you ordered from the line and then it was made in front of you. They have a few other sandwich options that I will definitely be back for when I am back in Boston. Torn between the Cuban and the Reuben next time. read more