The Tastiest Sandwiches in Phoenix

Panera Bread

★★★☆☆ 2.7 (203) • $$

"Started off with a tomato cream soup which was really good not spicy not too hot had the right amount of croutons in it and came with a side of bread for dipping purposes. No complaints at all. For dinner I had a tuna salad sandwich or something really good whatever they put in the tuna salad recipes. The bread that they put it on with outstanding had some greens and off the fine tomatoes and side of potato chips. Cannot complain and what is a little loud but not too bad and was a good meal. A nice change from the junk and grease"

Phoenix Phresh

★★★★☆ 4.4 (221) • $

"We were in the area for an appointment a bit early so we did some driving around checking out the businesses in the area. Phoenix Phresh caught our eye. We decided to to check them out. Super clean establishment with so many items that sounded so good to choose from. We grabbed a menu so we could stop by for lunch after our appointment. They had to be a great spot seeing the sign people loved them on Yelp right? Thr parking lot gets busy. The service was super friendly and food came fast! We ordered a few salads and smoothies. Everything was delicious. The chicken and dressing were so yummy. Even my mom was impressed and she is picky. The drinks were so yummy. Our meals were satisfying and filled our tummies. We will definitely be back!"

World of Sourdough

★★★★☆ 4.1 (87) • $$

"Stopped in here, a first time visit for me and the wife.Ordered the BBQ brisket and the wife had the chicken salad.Both of us were pretty impressed with the food!My only comment is that the bread on the chicken salad was cold."

The Palms Mediterranean Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.3 (96)

"This is a must visit for anyone who's a Greek food lover like us. We've visited and tried a vast array of Hellenic-style establishments all over the Valley, but the Palms Mediterranean Kitchen stands out as one of our top ten choices for dining and enjoying this gastronomy. The moment you walk in the place alive, whether full or empty, you feel a vibe of the vast openness, congenial spaciousness and happy brightness that exude comfortable casual. The air is alive and wafting of the aromas of unique Greek ingredients. Airborne scents of Coriander, Allspice, and Cardamom entice the senses, but when you begin the eating experience, you'll fully appreciate and enjoy the Clove, Nutmeg and Sumac on your palate. While we contemplated what to dine from their extensive and diverse menu, we sipped on a non-Greek Arnold Palmer and Iced Tea. Having taken a little time (actually more than a little time) deciding, we were set to try something other than what is your typical Greek fare in most places of Gyros or Souvlaki! We decided on a delightful lunch that included their tender roasted and juicy chicken slowly cooked on a kátheto kreatoparagogís, served with rice, a Greek pilaf-style yummy yummy rice, and an incredibly aromatic and tasty garlic sauce. I had the Lamb Chop Plate with Pita that included five (count them, five) mouthwatering French-style cut lamb chops infused and seasoned to perfection with traditional herbs and spices, and sided with rice, and perfectly seasoned and prepared grilled vegetables - really, really good. We highly recommend this fab place to anyone who gets a hankering for excellent Greek. !"

The Coffee Builders

★★★★★ 4.9 (234) • $$

"Went here for a Yelp elite event and loved the overall experience. Overall I would recommend this place from the core of my heart & taste buds.Here are my takes:Food/Drinks: I got the fancy farmhouse and the masala specialty drink. Both were very well presented and tasted great. This is a unique cafe find with very unique menu that I have never seen anywhere else. This place is maybe the best cafe I have ever been to in Phoenix City. Great experience. Service: The staff is one of the nicest you would interact with. Very welcoming and they go above and beyond with everything. We in fact went a day early but we reached after closing time. They offered us an iced tea instead for free since their kitchen was closed.Ambiance: Great interior decor and unique take on every element of the place. It's romantic as well as great for kids and business folks. Hygiene: Top-notch cleanliness overall from seating to the counters, everywhere. Price: The price may be a little over average for the food items at least but it's about the quality of the items and also very unique menu items. I see myself be regular here since this is just a mile away from my office location."

Forefathers Gourmet Cheesesteaks & Fries

★★★★☆ 4.4 (731) • $$

"Always delicious. Always a favorite.Reminds me of growing up back in the Northeast. Trips to south Philly to grab a cheesesteak from Pat's or Geno's.This place is the real deal. Don't forget the cheese whiz."

The Sub Shop

★★★★★ 4.5 (68)

"Why is this place not packed to the brim? The Sub Shop is amazing. They have an amazing selection of breads - they aren't limited to subs. Plus, it's quick and it tastes so good. I recently got myself a turkey and avocado sandwich on multigrain bread with lettuce and tomato. The only thing keeping it from perfection were sprouts, but the lettuce gave it a nice crunch regardless. I can't wait to go back the next time I "forget" to make myself lunch. Quick. Easy. Family owned. Support local!!"

Jersey Mike's Subs

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (9)

"Of course Jersey Mike's has some of the most freshly made, delicious, stacked subs out there. But I don't know if they all have the same customer service as this one has. Every time I walk in they are so dang nice. They always have a smile on their face, and are eager to talk to you and server you. When I order ahead they are always right there ready to hand over your food. I love this location! Thank you for always filling my families bellies. Especially on those super busy days when we need something fresh and fast to grab and go!"

Café at Rio

★★★★☆ 4.1 (11) • $

"First off, this is a college cafeteria and it makes no qualms about that. Secondly, this is an amazing lunch place for foodies on a budget. Not only is it based on sustainable, local produce sourced daily, their prices are insane. I bought a huge plate of salad, fruit cup, large iced coffee and a coffee cake for barely 8 dollars. And it was all huge servings and delicious.The atmosphere is crisp and clean and decidedly modern without being too cheeky or smirky about it. You still have all the food stations you remember from state run institutions like the salad bar, the pizza bar, the hot meal bar and the deli counter. The baked goods and coffee stand is a little across the ways. I rode my bike from work, excited after reading about the cafe in Edible Phoenix that I could finally have a quick lunch place to go to that wasn't fast food. There were helpful signs around the driveway but hard to find parking for my bike. I was overwhelmed by the set up when I first got in and probably freaked out the poor employee ordering a Greek Salad at the salad stations b/c I was overwhelmed by the size of his entree. However, for $3.25, I got a huge half salad that had: quinoa, flax seed, sunflower seeds, local goat cheese, fresh cut peppers, tomatoes and spring mix with a just made cilantro dressing. Incredible. The fruit cup I bought for $1.75 tasted like real fruit, they had plenty of soy milk for my iced organic coffee and the coffee cake was delicious and huge; I shared it with 3 co-workers! It tasted truly home-made too, you could actually taste the egg, butter, milk, brown sugar, etc that made the silky textured dessert hard to resist.The phrase is over-used a lot, but considering very few people know about this place, it is truly a hidden gem and worth you getting to know it and their admirable mission. After all, you gotta love a lunch place with compost-able plates and cups!"

Coldwater Coffeehouse and Bakery

★★★★★ 4.8 (125) • $

"I stopped by here earlier today with my mother-in-law, wife and our twins for our morning coffee. Every Sunday morning we try to hit up a new local coffee shop and on this morning we decided to go to coldwater coffeehouse and bakery. This coffee shop is located in old town Avondale and the outside of it is nondescript. We even had a tough time finding it and without their sign on E Western Ave, might have had even more trouble. The inside of this shop is cute with hardwood floors and a couple of different dining rooms. They have a place with fresh vegetables for sale and then an area with baked goods as well. Their coffee area also has a display case filled with baked goods. For my coffee on this morning I went with a honey and cinnamon latte while both my mother in law and wife went with iced peaches and cream lattes. Finally my twins picked a three pack of churro muffins to split between themselves and with the last one for their cousin later. The muffins here were quite good as evidenced by the fact that neither of my twins wanted to share and they both finished theirs respectively. While my son wasn't paying attention I snuck a bite and it was good as it was moist and sweet with some cinnamon and sugar on the outside. My coffee here ended up being delicious too. It reminded of a horchata like base with the cinnamon flavor present but with honey flavor coming through as well. Then the coffee was also present and came through as a rich background flavor. My wife also really enjoyed her cold peaches and cream latte.The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. Everything that we had here, both the baked goods and our coffee was great."

Surf City Sandwich

★★★★☆ 4.1 (285) • $$

"If you're craving a sandwich experience that transcends the ordinary, Surf City Sandwiches is your go-to spot! I recently tried their Vulcan Mind Melt, and let me tell you, it was nothing short of spectacular. This sandwich is a perfect symphony of flavors--tender, seasoned beef piled high with fresh veggies and a zesty sauce that ties everything together. Each bite was a burst of savory goodness that left me wanting more.The ambiance at Surf City is laid-back and welcoming, making it the ideal spot for a casual lunch or a quick dinner. The staff is friendly and efficient, ensuring that you get your meal promptly and with a smile. Whether you're a local or just passing through, the Vulcan Mind Melt alone is worth the visit. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!"

Urban Boba Tea House

★★★★☆ 4 (131) • $

"Just a heads up that "traditional boba" here is Honey Boba. At Mochi Fresh and I-tea, Brown Sugar Boba is the "traditional" kind that is chewy and almost black. I wrote a review earlier and deleted it shortly after (before I saw the business response so I'm assuming they responded to tell me the same thing I'm saying now) because I saw a recent photo that must be on their counter somewhere saying that their brown sugar boba is a crystal boba. I think it might help if on their main menu they call it "Brown Sugar Crystal Boba" to make it more clear (the way it's written on the small sign). Right now on the main menu it is called Brown Sugar Boba so I thought I was getting the chewy tapioca kind that I am used to ordering at other places in Tempe. Now I know for next time."

Sandwich Masterz

★★★★★ 4.6 (913) • $$

"It's so disappointing when you pay for food and it's terrible and wished you ate at home. Not the case here....Sandwich Masterz did not disappoint and I would give them my money all day everyday! This was by far the best sandwich I've ever had that I didn't make at home. Hundreds of options and I went for the turkey and veggie. Incredible! So fresh, so delicious. Customer service 10/10. The little potato salad is like 1.25! If I lived closer this would be my regular spot!"

Jalapeño Buck's

★★★★☆ 4.4 (721)

"I ate the Buck out of this place, it's so Bucking good!!! It's definitely my new Buck Buddy...love it!I'm of the belief that you can make anything into a burrito...it's my favorite food group. Love so many things about this spot...the location, the storefront, outdoor seating only, smoky bbq smells, the burritos are phenomenal, the people are super friendly, everything! I went with the brisket, egg and cheese burrito and added refried beans to it. Loved every bite and was sad when it was gone. But I'll hit this again....but I'll probably wait a few days so I don't seem desperate. On a scale of 1 to 10, I love this place!"

AGourmet

★★★★★ 4.7 (28)

"I've been here twice now. Once during their soft opening, I dragged some of my coworkers here and we were blown away with how great these sandwiches are. The second time was this morning close to when they opened, because I was so excited to bring my husband to try their sandwiches. We both left with our tummies full and happy, telling the owners that their sandwiches are simply amazing.I've ordered the prosciutto sandwich twice now. Aside from layers of quality prosciutto, there is a truffle pecorino spread, burrata cheese, basil pesto, sun dried tomatoes, arugula, balsamic vinaigrette, and olive oil hugged in the middle of a delicious focaccia bread. My husband enjoyed the Waygu beef pastrami sandwich. This one has Waygu beef pastrami, the same truffle pecorino spread, aged provolone, and roasted red bell peppers, but he also requested spicy peppers added as well. He said the sandwich just felt so perfect and balanced in ratio with the crispy yet somehow also soft focaccia bread and the rich Waygu beef pastrami. He was so impressed. I mean, he had some of my left overs last time, but eating it there fresh and in person is a whole different experience!I work in a dental office nearby, and I've told all my patients to come here. We are so lucky to have a local place like this with a couple who love making this delicious wholesome food amidst all the chains that pour over Bell Road. I will choose local every time if I could. It just hits differently. It is worth the extra."

My Slice of the Pie Pizzeria

★★★★★ 4.7 (658) • $$

"Delicious pizza and great wings!I was having a rough day at work so I wanted to grab something fast for dinner to refuel and keep grinding.We got the half and half 12 inch Al pastor and carne asada pizza and a half dozen order of wings.Wings were crispy and came with your choice of dipping sauce and I opted for the cucumber ranch.The pizza was the star though! The Al pastor was my favorite with grilled pineapple and porky notes playing delightfully off of each other. The carne asada was no slouch as well with so many flavors. Delicious salsa and garlic combined with carne asada on a perfectly cooked crust. Staff was super friendly and it's clear they care about the quality of their food as everything is made fresh. Eat here! You'll def leave with a smile on your face (now I want a 12 inch Al pastor for myself)"

Timo Wine Bar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (560) • $$

"Timo's is one of my go to spots for wines and tapas.I have never had a bad pour, nor tapas or a pizza here that is not bathed with love.Prosciutto, fig pizza with arugula is amazing with a Pinot NoirRestaurant WeekI started with the bubbly Prosecco!Course 1 plus pairingScallops with Sauvignon BlancBest fennel prep ever. Delicious crust on the scallop!Course 2 pairingSteak with onion soup covered with aged Swiss Gruyère paired with a light Pinot Noir. Do not mistake this creative take on soup. It almost had a hint of the Mediterranean! Chef says it is from the steak marinate. I was almost tasting a mild Malay soup Kabing from Singapore, a lamb dish. We had this special meal on the front end. Chef Pedro spoiled me by cooking these courses for lunch. Course 3 Beef tenderloin with Merlot: the tenderloin had a perfect crust and medium rare with a little blood.Course 4Strawberry trifle with Brut! What a treat!!Bubbly at the front and at the end!Bravo, Chef Pedro!!!Cours"

The Place

★★★★☆ 4.1 (1268) • $$

"It's hard to find a good breakfast spot in this part of the Phoenix Valley, but I had to get out of surprise to do it. Bit of a drive but worth it. I've had the chicken fried steak breakfast with eggs and I also had the sausage and biscuits side both are really good, we also had an amazing cinnamon roll.Nice atmosphere clean place very friendly. Staff and reasonable prices. will definitely be back."

Zookz Sandwiches

★★★★★ 4.5 (82)

"After eying Zookz since they opened, I finally decided to pop in and check it out. It was close to 2pm on a Friday and I was hungry for lunch...I looked at the menu and decided to go with No 20, and I was not disappointed. I did not realize that they mix all the ingredients together inside the sandwich until I took my first bite, but was pleasantly surprised! Each bite included the turkey, bacon, cheddar, avocado and sweet heat mustard sauce. And, of course, the bread was perfectly toasted and so delicious!I went with the kale salad as my side, but admittedly, got distracted and did not get to try it. I will have to return to do so next visit, which will likely be for breakfast as No 88 is calling my name:No. 88 (VEGETARIAN)2 egg white frittata, parmesan, kale (tossed with carrots), tomatoes, avocado, and zookz zinger cream cheese sauce. I love that this is a fast, casual concept, conveniently located, with friendly service, moderate prices, inside / outside seating, and plenty of parking. That being said, this parking lot does get crowded at prime time lunch hours. Beware and enjoy!"

Sweet Cream Donuts

★★★★☆ 4.4 (77)

"I stopped by today around 12:30pm- the owner or employee was in the back making a sandwich. I waited about 10 minutes before being tended to. The dining area is small but quaint and clean. The selection of donuts was good. I purchased a bear claw filled with apple, 2 chocolate cake glazed donut and 2 regular chocolate glazed donuts. They were delicious. Very airy and light- not greasy at all. I will definitely return."

Ike's Love & Sandwiches

★★★★☆ 3.6 (97)

"Came here with coworkers for lunch today and had THE BEST sandwich! I ordered the Randy Johnson and wow was it amazing! Very good bread and a well put together sandwich made this delicacy worth the drive. VERY tasty and combo'd with chips and a drink! Very filling but well worth the money and the drive!"

Arcadia Farms Marketplace

★★★★☆ 3.7 (65)

"With one of my all time favorites, Arcadia Farms café, officially closing, I am really sad... The only bright spot is that the neighboring sister business, Arcadia Farms marketplace, is still up and running, and it's the perfect place to stop in for freshly prepared salads, sandwiches, baked goods, amazing, desserts, hostess gifts, and even family meals. I have been ordering from the family dinner menu for quite some time now, and I have never been disappointed. I find the portion size generous, and the food is always great quality. I typically pick up a salad for lunch when I stop in to pick up the family dinner as well! If you have a sweet tooth, you cannot go wrong with any of the pastries from the marketplace. The baby cakes have become a family favorite... carrot is my absolute favorite, but coconut cream is a close second. The sprinkle cake is adorable for a festive occasion, and the tuxedo cake is always a winner as well. I recommend subscribing to the newsletter (on their website) to be "in the know" on menus and events. You can thank me later!"

Burgers & Brews

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (38)

"This restaurant just keeps getting better! Like most restaurants during off season getting folks through the door can be a challenge. But if you're full time and have not tried this place out yet you are missing out.Weekends still tend to be busy as people who travel I17 will make this a stop and agar for good reason!"

Crackers & Co. Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (770) • $$

"We stopped into Crackers & Co for brunch. We felt fortunate to sit down right away since the parking lot and restaurant were both pretty full. The service was friendly and efficient. I had the 2-2-2 breakfast that came with eggs, bacon, and pancakes. Their menu is fun and creative. I saw a few things I would like to come back and try."

Tortas Manantial

★★★★☆ 4 (54)

""La dieta empieza el lunes." The diet starts on Monday! More like, "¿Que dieta?" As Tony the Tiger would say, "They're grrrrrreat!"I've been watching this place get renovated since day one. Before my eyes, the dry cleaners became Tortas Manantial and boy did my skirt flipped! I had been studying their menu for like two months so when opening day came, I was ready! I shared a Cubana torta, chicharron torta, agua mango, agua guava, and Nachos con Tostitos. And although I starved myself at work all day in anticipation for dinner, I still had to take my nachos to go. Holy smokes was that a darn tasty meal. I recommend the chicharon torta hands down. If you don't get it, your mouth will never know true happiness. Don't deprive yourself. It's so good that even when I removed my contacts later on in the evening and my eyeballs were on fire from all the spices leftover on my fingertips, I was still thinking about my leftover nachos instead of flushing my retinas out with water. That burn though!I love it here. It's clean, the place is super cute, and the people are nice. Yazmine was our cashier and she was equally friendly as she is lovely!The diet will never start as long as I can double fist the chicharon torta!"

Philly Steak & Wings

★★★★☆ 4 (163) • $

"I've wanted to come here a for a while now and I'm glad we did. My boyfriend and I got a gyro and a 10" Philly with onions and mushrooms with fries. The Philly was chalk full of meat and fillings, it tasted great, especially with the melted cheese. The size of the sandwich was "just right" as well, with left overs for tomorrow. The gyro was good as well but I think it could have had a bit more meat. It was a standard gyro, not great but not bad either. It hit the spot. The fries literally tasted like McDonald's fries. We half wondered if the vendor for the McDonald's next to the restaurant supplies their fries too, they are that similar. Next time I'd love to try a boba if the pearls are made and ready. I will definitely be back for a burger, and some different sides."

Venice Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.2 (93) • $

"We were by downtown Glendale and a friend had mentioned this spot had great pizzas. It's definitely in a sketch area next to a liquor store but those are usually where the best food is found. There was no dine in but were allowed past the security door to place our order. We got a pepperoni and mushroom pizza which was around $10. I believe we got a 10in pizza. The wait was about 20 mins and we were on with the pizza. There was plenty of sauce and cheese and some Italian seasonings on top. I wish there were a bit more toppings but can't complain for $10. The crust was not too thin and not too thick, it was perfect for us. The sauce and everything on it was fresh and it was really good!I probably wouldn't go out of my way to grab food but if I'm the area wouldn't hesitate to go back!"

JJ's Bistro

★★★★☆ 3.9 (15)

"The lumpia is just amazing. They are small but PACKED with flavor. The spam rice was also amazing. I wish it was opened weekends. This place is the highlight of my Dr visit every few months. I would have never found this place otherwise. 10/10 will be ba"

J P Mc Gurkee's Sandwich Shop

★★★★☆ 4.3 (308) • $$

"During a random search for a meatball sandwich, I found this little hole in the wall. I did not know so much history from a small sub sandwich pizza shop name, McGurkee's.Once you step in, you can smell the sesame being toasted on bread. I personally tried the meatball Italian sandwich. The texture of the bread was crunchy and just right with the taste of sesame seeds. The meatballs were soft inside and nice cooked outside layer with warm battered pizza sauce. The price for the sandwich ran about $10 for a 6 inch. Without planning lunch I got to experience a little bit of Phoenix history and a good tasty meatball Italian sandwich."

Breakfast Club- Biltmore

★★★★☆ 3.9 (262) • $$

"No reservations but a wait list.We wanted a late breakfast so we headed here at noon on a Sunday.We added ourselves to the waitlist. Just remember to tell the host/hostess that everyone in your party has arrived before doing so.After a short wait we were seated.The place was crowded although there were tables available outside if you were willing to survive the 100 degree heat.I ordered eggs Benedict with bacon. That was delightful and cooked to perfection. There was a good amount of bacon and the potatoes were a tasty accompaniment.The wait staff were very attentive and the meal was a great success.Parking should be easy as the Biltmore has a large parking lot as well as covered parking close by (less than 200 yards)."

Little Joe’s Italian Market

★★★★★ 4.8 (91)

"Met some friends for luch here. This place has everything you want in a small local italian market ! The atmosphere is clean and welcoming, with the charm of an authentic Italian market. The staff all were incredibly friendly, making me feel like a regular on my very first visit.Pizza was fantastic! Perfectly crisp crust, flavorful sauce, and fresh, high-quality toppings that hit all the right notes. You can taste the care that goes into every pie.Great food, warm service, and a spotless environment--Can't wait to come back!"

What A Sub

★★★★☆ 4.3 (46)

"Perfect lunch!My co-worler and I decided we wanted sandwiches for lunch and that's when Yelp lead us to "What A Sub". I am so happy we found this little gem of a sandwich shop. All I can say is, this place is serving up fantastic sandwiches.Not only are the sandwiches deliciously fantastic but the prices can't be best. Just a mere $5.95 for a full sub, add a 12 oz. Coke and side of potato salad, $8.50. On this visit I had the Genoa Salami, Ham Provolone Cheese,With, lettuce, tomato, special seasoning, mayo, and mustard and a side of potato salad. The meats were high quality and the bread was soft and fresh sms the potato salad was delicious. Great sandwiches, Great Prices, Great Service, stop by you will be happy you did."

Jimmy John's

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (36)

"Not sure why this location has such a low rating. Place was clean, well staffed and sandwich was exactly what was expected."

Caldwell County BBQ at Pecan Lake

★★★★★ 4.5 (107) • $$

"Alright, folks, this wasn't my first restaurant experience, but it was one of the best, if not the best, in recent memory. Ten stars all around. If you have been to any of the Caldwell County BBQ locations, you know that they have the best BBQ already. So, let's talk about the atmosphere... This area is going to be like a theme park. Pecan Lake will be a very cool family hangout. You'd better go before everyone else finds out about it. Bring a group with you from the food and vibe.Finally, customer service. Steve Sellers is the manager of this Caldwell County BBQ location, and I will drive the extra miles just to get BBQ because he sets the tone. Here's the story. I roll up and see all the construction, three parking lots, and a few signs, but I'm not sure where to park nor where to enter. I called the restaurant, and Steve answered. He says, "Where are you, and I'll come get you in the golf cart?" Boom! Just like that, my friends and I are being dropped off at the front door. Yeah, I'm coming back with a large group. The food is fantastic. The complex is freaking awesome, and the customer service rocks. Thanks, Steve, for making this a memorable experience."

Little Sicily Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.1 (325) • $$