Nicest restaurant staff and management I think I've ever met. Wonderful people here. Also, incredibly fresh and perfectly assembled sandwiches. You look at the menu and say "Ok, it's a little sandwich shop"... but the sandwiches are incredibly good. Eat local. Skip the chains. Stop by this place. See that herb garden by the door? That's in the food. My daughter mentioned she noticed basil in the garden box and Doug, who runs the place, gave her a sample of the house-made pesto he had just made. It was amazing. Such a cool gesture, too. We've lived in the area a while and just never found my way here until now. We'll be back. A lot. Don't make the same mistake we did and drive right by here on your way to the sandwich chains. read more

How a sandwich with so few ingredients can be so flavorful is beyond me. Wasn't expecting much but was REALLY surprised at how great my sandwich tasted. Great food AND a great price. They don't skimp out on the meat either. Thanks you! read more

I went there for the first time and the sandwich was really fresh and delicious. I ordered a cup of soup as well, and it was very flavorful. A neighboring table ordered the fresh berries salad and that looked great as well. All the sandwiches were made to order and the service was great. The prices were reasonable too. There's some construction going on near the restaurant, but it was worth the trip! I would highly recommend, and I will be returning there myself. A big thumbs up! read more

So great to find a real deli near my work! The pastrami with pickles was everything I had hoped it would be!

Had an unbelievably good Cuban from here a week ago, one of the most delicious I can remember,. The guy working there was super friendly, and really fast. Stop by and try if you haven't all ready! read more

Great little sandwich shop. Their Rueben is delicious; a simple sandwich, bag of chips and a Minnesota made cream soda was a very satisfying lunch. Plus check out the fun signs in the restroom. Delightful place. Will stop again when in the area. read more

The Winkin' Rooster - Sandwiches Near Me - Shoreview, Minnesota

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Amazing. Easily the best sandwich I've ever had. Friendly staff and reasonable prices. Will come back. read more

Best sandwich I ever had. Period. Hot crunchy in the right spots. Juicy. Num Num Num Num num Num grrr so good. read more

Great food, large portions. Definitely Arden Hill's best kept secret! It has quickly become the office's favorite lunch spot! The staff is super friendly and attentive. Walking in the door for a pickup order they immediately acknowledge you and check on your order. Then they double check it right in front of you. Highly recommended! read more

The owner is pretty nice all the people he has working for him are great also, awesome sandwiches and even better soup

I ordered a breakfast sandwich. Egg, bacon and cheese on an English muffin. It was delicious! I'll be back for sure.

Great place! Diamond in the rough. Keep it local MN! Wonderful staff and Brooklyn is a great addition to the team - if you can catch her! Recently had the Cuban - fantastic flavor and juiciness! read more

This place is cute! Homemade sandwiches, soups, and cookies...who doesn't like that? The moment I walked in the owner was funny and helpful. They use glasses versus paper and plastic which is nice...cool twins gear on the walls. A nice MN staple Nice assortment of drinks, ice teas, and sodas. Breakfast sandwiches, wraps, hot and cold sandwiches, and salads. Dig it. read more

First time to this place... WOW!!!! I had the Cubano sandwich and boy was it amazing! It was rich in flavor, the bun was nicely toasted, and that aoli sauce....that aoli sauce had me sold! The staff here were extremely friendly and welcoming. By far one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Definitely order the Cubano and you will not be let down! Again, the pairing of the aoli sauce used with the sandwich sets the deal! I Highly recommend The Winkin Rooster for their great service and the delicious tastes of their foods offered. read more

The Winkin' Rooster - Sandwiches Near Me - Shoreview, Minnesota

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Excellent Rubin, Cubano and a Chicken,bacon.avocado wrap and Beef barley soup!!! A must !!

Great service very kind and friendly informative and helpful 10 out of 10 will recommended

It wasn't busy. Only 2 drink orders after our 2 sandwich order. The menu looked promising. We didn't get our food till well after the drink orders were completed. Didn't get the chips that come w without asking. There were 3 people on shift but only 1 somewhat working. Had to ask for everything. Sandwich was tiny but cost more than a foot long subway. Waited a long time & multiple reminders b4 the coffee finally came. Nah, won't be back. read more

The Winkin' Rooster - Sandwiches Near Me - Shoreview, Minnesota

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Definitely a solid sandwich spot. Owner was a cool dude. I am from California and love good food and this spot is definitely somewhere I will come to from now on. Get the Cuban. The pork came from a local spot the owner gets it from. Good sides and refinish were pretty cool as well. Good vibes on a nice day. I'll be back. Small business have better food than the chains. Just sayin!!! read more

I would love love love to give this place more than one star but I had a large order I placed on Monday with their online ordering which was turned on only to drive to their store to find a note on the window they are close until Friday the 25th... I'm all for taking a week off but they left their online ordering on while being closed which is very very lame!! Would love to try the food but once again can't because they where closed when I ordered online. I love a good sandwich shop especially when they are locally owned. Hopefully I get a chance to try this place again soon when they are actually open! read more

Came here today with a buddy for lunch. It is a very straightforward sandwich shop by appearance but it's all about the details. I had the turkey club, and it was very good. Nice quality fresh baked bread and very good meat and produce. Without a a doubt a step up(or a couple steps, really) from a chain like Jimmy John's or subway. My buddy got the Cuban and he was very impressed and I was coveting his sandwich. Lord forgive me. Why go to a chain sandwich shop when you've got a place like this near by? Plus it's veteran owned, which is a plus, if you give a hoot about your country. read more

The Winkin' Rooster - Tasty turkey club - Sandwiches Near Me - Shoreview, Minnesota

I ordered from Doordash on 2/8/23 the Berry Salad and the Chicken Cesar Wrap. My order not only was correct it was fresh and delicious. I was so full from the salad I saved my wrap to eat for lunch today. I was pleasantly surprised that the tomatoes were fresh, not slimy and the lettuce hadn't wilted. It was one of the best wraps I have ever ordered. I will not hesitate to order form them again. If you want delicious food at affordable prices ordered here! read more

Where to start? Prices are not listed on the menu except that "All Menu Items Are $7.50." Except that they are not. That apparently only applies to the Breakfast Menu except for the other items on that menu that are listed for $1.50 or $2.50! I ordered a "Hot" sandwich that wasn't hot. Only the bacon had been heated. I also ordered soup but never got it because the (grumpy) server didn't hear it. Oh, well. Then an assistant came in the door and, without washing his hands, began making sandwiches! Oh, my. read more

Fool me once shame on you. Fool me twice shame on me. Both times I've eaten here and had a box from them the sandwich amounted to a handful of meat slapped between boring pieces of bread that were too thick. The soup was bland and tasteless, and the price was high. Gave it 2 instead of one because it's a locally owned business. read more

Great food! Nice people, large portions, good prices. I would be happy to come here again.

This is definitely a great sub place! Pretty quiet and delicious my friend and I got the pulled pork sandwich (sweet) which was super yummy. They also have unique sodas that are made just down the road! It's the best kept secret of the area, YUM! Great service, too! read more

I really enjoyed eating here, especially since the people who took my order seemed super friendly. I really seeing the various rooster statues or paintings around the restaurant. The food was so good I had to eat it in one seating. I had the Ruben and the sandwich just hit the spot. The way the corned beef and salad dressing really made the sandwich really worth the price. This is the perfect lunch spot to go to again. read more

Excellent! Had it for the first time today, super fast service and excellent food. I had a wrap with homemade pesto which was delicious. Highly recommend; will definitely be back! read more

My fiancé and I found this place while living in Shoreview, MN. Our only problem was that we didn't find it any sooner! This place strives on making a quality sandwich that is sure to fill you up. Have a little patience when you come here, this isn't your typical Jimmy John's or Subway sandwich. Their quality takes a couple extra minutes and it will be sure to leave you satisfied. I recommend the pulled pork sandwich, don't forget to grab an extra bottle of bbq sauce to bring home! Enjoy read more

Love this place always consistently great haven't had anything on the menu I haven't looked yet. Fun friendly staff makes my day stopping in here to see people enjoying their jobs! read more

If you're looking for a peaceful place to enjoy original delicious sandwiches, this is the place to go! My foodie family loves the aioli, and other quality ingredients that infuse your taste buds with satisfaction! The owner and staff are very kind and it seems that the regulars enjoy conversations with them. Price is reasonable, especially since the sandwich is large and you get a drink and chips with it. My favorite part is the presentation of the food... the ingredients are so fresh and it looks like something you'd see in a commercial (it's so perfect!!) The breads are very tasty too. The seating is adequate but chairs seem average. Small tables but you can push them together to create more space. I will definitely return! read more

A coworker and I checked them out today. The sandwiches were awesome, fairly priced and we both commented that this would be a new go to place for us both. Can't wait to go back and try some of the other items on the menu. read more

Great food and awesome service! Highly recommend! I had the Ruben sandwich, was delicious! Nice atmosphere clean and welcoming!

Having been here looks sick may come with some friends honestly giving it 5 stars because Doug seems like a lit guy

Go-to spot for a quick bite or to hang out for awhile. Most friendly staff this side of the Mississippi! Seriously recommend 100x over!

Love their food! I come a few times a week and my go to is the New York Pastrami. But I also mix it up from time to time with their great different daily specials. Doug, the owner, and Jeff, Dougs go to guy, are very friendly providing the highest level of customer service. read more

The owner is a very nice guy. Yesterday I ordered beef barley soup and an avocado BLT. Plenty of beef chunks and several strips of bacon. Excellent! read more