New England Grinders

I drove past this place numerous times and it always intrigued me. It's in a random strip mall surrounded by factories and warehouses. Dark. Not easily identifiable. Easily passed up. My favorite kind of place to investigate. At this point I've been here a few times. Familiar faces. Staff is welcoming, incredibly friendly. A homey kind of feeling. The menu is entertaining to read. It's also one of those menus where everything sounds good and a decision is nearly impossible. *Trust their recommendations* So far I've had the balboa, the Philly, and the chicken teriyaki. Everything here is so good. It's what penn station wishes it could be. Your sandwich will have perfectly toasted bread. Your ingredients won't be soggy and falling out. Flavors will be explosive and choreographed. I do not know where they could improve besides expanding the menu because clearly they are capable of crafting more delicious concoctions than what you see listed. I day dream of my return and what I want to try next. I also don't recommend places and I've done so 2 more times than any place I've ever reviewed (second place coming in at zero recommendations). This place is solid. Anything you are craving will be satiated and then some. As far as the tristate goes, NEG is king. If anyone has a contender please send them my way, I'm eager for some competition

It has a small town no fuss sandwich shop feel. However, the sandwiches are fantastic! Better the Jersey Mikes. Will come back!

This place is great! It's close to work and the food is great. I'm on my second visit. Both times I have gotten the Fat Bastard. You gotta try it, it's awesome.

First time in today and I got the pastrami sandwich (Just The Tip). Best Sandwich I've had in a long time. I work close buy so I will definitely be back in to try something new soon.

I went here with a buddy and his girlfriend who were in town from Georgia. We went with the Classic Philly and it did not disappoint. Perfect ratio of meat, cheese, veggies and mayo. This was my last meal before a major surgery, so I was making it count. Nice people and great small shop vibe. Tons of other things I want to try on the menu once I am recovered.

Incredible. As authentic as a east coast sandwich shop comes. Will be visiting many a time!

Not a chain sub shop...This was a cool place for lunch. The staff was super friendly and helpful with recommendations. The restaurant itself was nothing fancy, but They have a unique menu of subs - I had the balboa sub, which is a combination of a cheese steak and an Italian sub. I really enjoyed the sub, and I had the potato salad as the side, which was really good. I would stop back again when I'm in the area.

Great non assuming sandwich joint. NE Grinders has that old fashioned deli feel. They serve fresh sandwiches made to order. Several different varieties and combinations to choose from, hot or cold.I had the Italian sub, absolutely delicious. Line moves quickly by the efficient friendly service, and generous portions for what you pay.I recommend checking this lunch spot out and try the menu.

I've been here once before. This place is only open during the week and mostly during lunch. I was in the area and stopped by to have my wife try it. I had the clam chowder and the Balboa. It's totally different than the other shops as this is a grinder as what New Englander call it. It was made fresh and all I can say it was filling and tasted great. If you are looking to eat in you may have to time it by arriving around 11 am or after 1 pm. Will be going back.

So I've had a lot of sub sandwiches in the Cincy area, and this place ranks among the best. They take special care in making your sandwich and it's never a sloppy mess. The Italian is my personal favorite. The French bread roll is toasted to perfection and the meat and veg are fresh. They serve Italian dressing on the side - so your sandwich is perfect when you eat it and never soggy. I drive out of my way for this place - it's great every time.