Pop's Sandwich Shop

Pop's is deceptive because it doesn't look like much from the outside, but inside the sandwiches deliver. I know this because I was two bites into my second half of my Lancelotti before I remembered to grab a pic. They took a few minutes longer than I expectd, but you can't rush art. The bread is a standout, crispy, fluffy, chewy, phenomenal. Everything tastes fresh and high quality (okay the tomato left something to be desired but it's January and they can't change the seasons). The ratios are all just right. Just a winner all around. I didn't need to eat the second half but I did have to. Pro Tip: grab em to go and head up the road to Fort Funston for a little picnic and a walkabout. Can't be beat.

The short review: Easy parking, fast prep, tasty sandwiches. 5/5 would recommend. The long review: Let me first say that I'm about to hop on my soapbox and vent about something that I'm guessing most folks don't care about. You've been warned Here's my thing -- good veggie deli sandwiches are so so hard to find. They typically either 1) have way too much on them, and turn into a wet dripping soggy mess, or 2) the only veggie option is just cheese and bread with some condiments. The 'politically correct', is one of the few sandwiches I've found around town that gets it right. Not too overloaded, not too plain. Get it on sourdough, and add some jalapeños and you're good as gold.

If you haven't been, do not walk, run... and get there fast bc food like this is hard to find.I consider myself a sandwich connoisseur to say the least. My family is in the restaurant business so we fully understand what it takes to please "everyone" even those who are impossible to please... and let me tell you with countless delis all over, simply put, that's the last business we would dare to venture, due to the "hard to please" factor alone .... That being said, I have a business in Burlingame and my client is ALWAYS hustling, going to work, coming from work, empathizing with me about "being a small business owner" etct... and how hard it is to make ends meet even when hon have the best food!However, a few months ago, she showed up to my business, sandwich in hand, claiming things like "I know you don't do spicy", "I know this probably isn't something you will eat, bc you barely have an appetite for much these days", "BUT I brought you a sandwich, hope you enjoy".Believe it or lot, my all consuming life circumstance caused me to completely forget she owned a San which shop on the city, but good GOD, I was at a loss for words within seconds of taking my first bite!!!!! No joke, hands down the best sandwich I've ever got my lips on!!!! I'm saying portions, flavor, freshness of bread and all veggies, the list goes on..I HATE that I live so far bc I can't enjoy this whenever heart desires, but shit, the city is pretty shitty these days, but I'll drive up there for food like this any day I can!Thanks Maria! You rock!!!

I love supporting local businesses with great service and delicious food! Clean, friendly atmosphere.My favorite is the Lancelotti sandwich on Dutch Crunch Roll. It's my pregnancy craving and I highly recommend it!

Locally owned and they have parking. Everything is fresh, the service is reasonably fairly fast. The interior has bench seating and counter level seating. The "Politically Correct" is a solid vegetarian sandwich. I generally have negative feelings about mustard, and I prefer my sandwiches cold, however Pop's has converted me to accepting these.

The late Sacramento-born author Herb Caen of the book " Don't call it Frisco" has a sandwich. Don't call it Frisco has been a long debated since I was a kid playing kickball at the school yard and it's quite controversial among natives in San Francisco today. This debate question has been here before me and it will be still be around decades later( beating a dead horse) . I didn't come here to debate or bark about what San Francisco should be called in 2024( in my opinion is that you call it what you want, it's all the same). I am here to see if the namesake "Herb tribute " sandwich is as consistent as I last remembered it. Stepping inside of Pops Sandwiches store brings me back to the Candlestick days of both San Francisco 49ers and the SF Giants. It was cool to see SF Giants legend "The Hac-man "( he is not a cybersecurity threat but a pitchers threat) Jeffrey Leonard autograph memorabilia on the wall. The pictures on the wall at Pops suspends and transports me back in time. Now the Herb Caen sandwich has meatballs, provolone cheese and marinara sauce. It's a well balanced sandwich on daily fresh baked bread without any overwhelming ingredients along with a good savory sauce. Maybe better than I remembered it. Very consistent. Other sandwich namesakes include the " Blazing Saddles", "Politically Correct ",Twin Peaks", " The Wharf" and "The Dons". I recommend ordering is the "1 Flap Down" sandwich. As Pops Sandwiches website describes it as "This is a symphony of flavors".For what's it worth get the sandwich at Pops called "The Wharf"The Twin Peaks, whatever you call San Francisco it's still my place of birth

I got the vegetarian sandwich and it was pretty solid! I wouldn't say it was anything extraordinary taste wise but it was toasted well and the veggies went well together :) loved the artichoke in it. It's a small shop but the service is super friendly!! Actually it stood out to me a lot, the guy working was really really friendly

Good sandwich shop! Not many vegetarian options but the "politically correct" was so tasty. Fresh bread, cheese, and quality veggies with tasty dressing. Parking is convenient, 2.25 per hour, most people do takeout. People were super polite, I would definitely stop by again when going to the nearby CVS. Oh, and prices are fair for the current times, $14 for a big sandwich, including tax.

Ordered 3 sandwiches to go from Pop's and not only was it ready on time, but it was also placed on top of the toaster which kept them warm (because while Pop's was on time, I was not...) which was much appreciated!Upon unwrapping the goods at home, I was delighted to find that the sandwiches were generously stacked but also not too saucy/wet which makes for soggy bread (and no one likes that). We split all the sandwiches such that everyone got to try a little of each and I have to say that the Lancelotti was my favorite! Not only did it combine some of my favorite meats (mortaaaaadella and salami) but it also included artichoke hearts which to me is *chef's kiss* on my any sandwich. I also really enjoyed the meatball sandwich. The meatballs were so tender and juicy and the marinara sauce was just enough to hug every crevice without soaking the sandwich. As for the Greek, there was nothing bad about it but also nothing particular that stood out. I think a shake of red vinegar would have given this sandwich the extra oomph it needed.All in all, prices at Pop's is super fair and the sandwich is a good size. It'll fill you up but it won't paralyze you compared to some other places. I definitely would come back to Pop's and I'm almost sorry for not discovering this joint until now!

We got two sandwiches one was gluten free which in my book is a huge plus. I thought the price was a little high but it kind of makes up for it by the size of the sandwiches.