I love love love this place! The sandwiches are so simple but the ingredient pairings are just chefs kiss ✨ Tommy really knows what he’s doing.My typical go to is the Ironwood with turkey and I like to get the 43rd Ave as a dessert sandwich ?The 43rd isn’t always on the menu but I can confirm that they always have the ingredients.Parking: As of Mar ‘24, parking is free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessi Prietita
Had a delicious sandwich here today and I wish I lived closer to come back and try them all! I had the Geary.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rj H
Delicious sandwiches with high quality ingredients. I would suggest anything with the aged cheddar!
These sandwiches have no business being this good ? if I could make love to a sandwich, these would be it. I crave it at least once a week. Daily specials are always bomb ?. Every sandwich is delicious. This place often sells out by 2/3pm.Vegetarian options: As long as you eat cheese ?, great option for vegetarians.
Does Breadlam allow doggos? Yes, they have a small but cute outdoor area.I remember Breadlam's early days in 2019 when it was a one-man show led by Tommy, the owner. I'm thrilled to see the place not only survive the pandemic but thrive. Tommy's remarkable creations and welcoming attitude truly deserve the success. The consistent quality and flavor since its opening make it my favorite neighborhood sandwich shop.My personal favorites are: Raymond, Cabrillo, and Mt. Vernon. The airy ciabatta and all the ingredients make for a delightful combination. I love the simplicity of all of their sandwiches. I also enjoy trying their daily specials, such as Winter in Paris. You can turn any of their sandwiches into a salad. They also make charcuterie boards. They used to only have outdoor seating in front of the shop. Now they have expanded and have tables indoor, as well. Overall, I highly recommend Breadlam for a quick bite or casual eats.
Julianne C.
I have only ordered Breadlam from postmates, but I need to leave a review because their sandwiches are next level and beyond solid. I've had the holder, the cabrillo and i'm about to eat the 43rd Avenue, and the former two are BANGER fusions of sweet and salty. The cabrillo is like a super-elevated crunchy PBJ from the almonds. The holder tastes exactly like you'd hope. Fancy and Spanish. The 43rd avenue is sitting in front of me and I wanted to write this review before I dove in, because I'm confident it will be exactly what I want, too. Biggest ups to the inventor of these sandwiches and to the Breadlam crew for carefully assembling these sweet little bundles of epicurean joy. The baguettes are magically not roof-of-mouth tearing. I can't speak highly enough of this lovely sandwich shop and look forward to popping in the next time I'm downtown :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa Velazquez
Best sandwich I’ve had in a while! Friendly staff and cute sitting area. Definitely coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Pantozzi
Wow, these are excellent sandwiches with good quality ingredients. Great prices especially for the neighborhood it’s in! Now have indoor and outdoor seating.
Elizabeth K.
I work in Little Tokyo and have random cravings for sandwiches during lunch. I always went to Subway and Urth out of routine, but one day, I finally decided I needed a change. Breadlam was the first option to pop out, and I left no moment of hesitation as I ran out the door. I never knew a gem was hiding just around the corner! It's a reasonable walking distance, but I would prefer to drive to maximize my lunch break. Unfortunately, parking absolutely sucks in that area fyi. I got there as soon as it opened, so I'm not sure how the usual crowd is during lunch rush, but service was quick, and the food came out very fast too. I got the Mount Vernon. Spiciness is very subtle. I really wanted to try the sandwich on Baguette, but I wasn't sure if it'll be the type that would cut the roof of your mouth. I wasn't willing to risk it that day, so I opted for the ciabatta instead. Overall, the sandwich was really, really good! It was very flavorful. However, I felt the portion was a bit small for $12, but I guess you're paying for quality.
Zombie Bölverkr
Used to work around the corner, and this is my go-to place for lunch.Food: amazing sandwiches. Off the regular menu, Beef Blvd is my favorite. Valencia is my favorite vegi/vegan option. For their specials, Sweet Blue is hands down the best. The cheese, meat, greens, and bread are always fresh. Get the pickels!Service: always polite and prompt. They are essentially a three person team from what I have seen. Calling in an order or online is recommended if you plan around lunch (12:00 to 1:00 pm).Atmosphere: is great. They just absorbed the boutique next to them, so they now have some indoor seating
Had a delicious sandwich. Ordered one of their specials of the day. Quantity was very fulfilling and it was fresh and tasty! S
Martina Mattar
Pretty straightforward sandwich with good quality ingredients. We got the 5th Avenue, which is pretty great, and the Mount Vernon, which is good but a bit salty.It does what is set to do. Will come back.
Recommended dishes: Mount Vernon Sandwich
Frank Hernandez
This is my first time eating here. I love a good sandwich. This sandwich was... fine. I'm not a fan of chewy bread. If you are, that's fine. That's not my thing. I ordered The Ridge which contains ROASTED TURKEY, AGED CHEDDAR, AVOCADO, OLIVE OIL, GREENS. Also comes with a side of those small cornichons.Overall, the sandwich was okay. The cheddar was way overpowering and couldn't really taste the turkey which didn't really have much flavor in the first place. Guac is guac, but it also causes the sandwich to become a slipper mess. One bite and the inside spills out as is common. Again, the bread, while it was delicious, is also chewy which is a big turnoff on deli sandwiches for me. Could have been better. Maybe I tried the wrong thing, but this didn't work out for me.
Frank H.
This is my first time eating here. I love a good sandwich. This sandwich was... fine. I'm not a fan of chewy bread. If you are, that's fine. That's not my thing. I ordered The Ridge which contains ROASTED TURKEY, AGED CHEDDAR, AVOCADO, OLIVE OIL, GREENS. Also comes with a side of those small cornichons.Overall, the sandwich was okay. The cheddar was way overpowering and couldn't really taste the turkey which didn't really have much flavor in the first place. Guac is guac, but it also causes the sandwich to become a slippery mess. One bite and the inside spills out the back as is common. Again, the bread, while it was delicious, is also chewy which is a big turnoff on deli sandwiches for me. Could have been better. Maybe I tried the wrong thing, but this didn't work out for me.
Kathrine W.
Just moved into the neighborhood not too long ago and usually have Sammie's for lunch. Our go-to before was subway - yes, i said subway bc we literally lived across the street from one and it was the only place walking distance to get sandwiches from. Well. After moving to arts district and Yelp reviews, found Breadlam. Their sandwiches are SO GOOD! very comparable to Larchmont wine & cheese (a local FAV)! 2nd time here and got the Raymond and it was delicious. Definitely my go-to spot for weekly Sammie's. They even have an assortment (small) of New York seltzers (iykyk).
I love love love this place! The sandwiches are so simple but the ingredient pairings are just chefs kiss ✨ Tommy really knows what he’s doing.My typical go to is the Ironwood with turkey and I like to get the 43rd Ave as a dessert sandwich ?The 43rd isn’t always on the menu but I can confirm that they always have the ingredients.Parking: As of Mar ‘24, parking is free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a delicious sandwich here today and I wish I lived closer to come back and try them all! I had the Geary.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious sandwiches with high quality ingredients. I would suggest anything with the aged cheddar!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Daily Special, Ploughmans Sandwich Vegetarian
These sandwiches have no business being this good ? if I could make love to a sandwich, these would be it. I crave it at least once a week. Daily specials are always bomb ?. Every sandwich is delicious. This place often sells out by 2/3pm.Vegetarian options: As long as you eat cheese ?, great option for vegetarians.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ploughmans Sandwich, Daily Special, Avenue Sandwich, Ploughmans Sandwich Vegetarian, Ciabatta, Holder Sandwiches, 5th Ave Sandwich, The Ridge Sandwich, Ironwood Sandwich, Beef Blvd Sandwich
Does Breadlam allow doggos? Yes, they have a small but cute outdoor area.I remember Breadlam's early days in 2019 when it was a one-man show led by Tommy, the owner. I'm thrilled to see the place not only survive the pandemic but thrive. Tommy's remarkable creations and welcoming attitude truly deserve the success. The consistent quality and flavor since its opening make it my favorite neighborhood sandwich shop.My personal favorites are: Raymond, Cabrillo, and Mt. Vernon. The airy ciabatta and all the ingredients make for a delightful combination. I love the simplicity of all of their sandwiches. I also enjoy trying their daily specials, such as Winter in Paris. You can turn any of their sandwiches into a salad. They also make charcuterie boards. They used to only have outdoor seating in front of the shop. Now they have expanded and have tables indoor, as well. Overall, I highly recommend Breadlam for a quick bite or casual eats.
I have only ordered Breadlam from postmates, but I need to leave a review because their sandwiches are next level and beyond solid. I've had the holder, the cabrillo and i'm about to eat the 43rd Avenue, and the former two are BANGER fusions of sweet and salty. The cabrillo is like a super-elevated crunchy PBJ from the almonds. The holder tastes exactly like you'd hope. Fancy and Spanish. The 43rd avenue is sitting in front of me and I wanted to write this review before I dove in, because I'm confident it will be exactly what I want, too. Biggest ups to the inventor of these sandwiches and to the Breadlam crew for carefully assembling these sweet little bundles of epicurean joy. The baguettes are magically not roof-of-mouth tearing. I can't speak highly enough of this lovely sandwich shop and look forward to popping in the next time I'm downtown :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best sandwich I’ve had in a while! Friendly staff and cute sitting area. Definitely coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow, these are excellent sandwiches with good quality ingredients. Great prices especially for the neighborhood it’s in! Now have indoor and outdoor seating.
I work in Little Tokyo and have random cravings for sandwiches during lunch. I always went to Subway and Urth out of routine, but one day, I finally decided I needed a change. Breadlam was the first option to pop out, and I left no moment of hesitation as I ran out the door. I never knew a gem was hiding just around the corner! It's a reasonable walking distance, but I would prefer to drive to maximize my lunch break. Unfortunately, parking absolutely sucks in that area fyi. I got there as soon as it opened, so I'm not sure how the usual crowd is during lunch rush, but service was quick, and the food came out very fast too. I got the Mount Vernon. Spiciness is very subtle. I really wanted to try the sandwich on Baguette, but I wasn't sure if it'll be the type that would cut the roof of your mouth. I wasn't willing to risk it that day, so I opted for the ciabatta instead. Overall, the sandwich was really, really good! It was very flavorful. However, I felt the portion was a bit small for $12, but I guess you're paying for quality.
Used to work around the corner, and this is my go-to place for lunch.Food: amazing sandwiches. Off the regular menu, Beef Blvd is my favorite. Valencia is my favorite vegi/vegan option. For their specials, Sweet Blue is hands down the best. The cheese, meat, greens, and bread are always fresh. Get the pickels!Service: always polite and prompt. They are essentially a three person team from what I have seen. Calling in an order or online is recommended if you plan around lunch (12:00 to 1:00 pm).Atmosphere: is great. They just absorbed the boutique next to them, so they now have some indoor seating
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Blvd Sandwich
Restaurantji Recommends
Had a delicious sandwich. Ordered one of their specials of the day. Quantity was very fulfilling and it was fresh and tasty! S
Pretty straightforward sandwich with good quality ingredients. We got the 5th Avenue, which is pretty great, and the Mount Vernon, which is good but a bit salty.It does what is set to do. Will come back.
Recommended dishes: Mount Vernon Sandwich
This is my first time eating here. I love a good sandwich. This sandwich was... fine. I'm not a fan of chewy bread. If you are, that's fine. That's not my thing. I ordered The Ridge which contains ROASTED TURKEY, AGED CHEDDAR, AVOCADO, OLIVE OIL, GREENS. Also comes with a side of those small cornichons.Overall, the sandwich was okay. The cheddar was way overpowering and couldn't really taste the turkey which didn't really have much flavor in the first place. Guac is guac, but it also causes the sandwich to become a slipper mess. One bite and the inside spills out as is common. Again, the bread, while it was delicious, is also chewy which is a big turnoff on deli sandwiches for me. Could have been better. Maybe I tried the wrong thing, but this didn't work out for me.
This is my first time eating here. I love a good sandwich. This sandwich was... fine. I'm not a fan of chewy bread. If you are, that's fine. That's not my thing. I ordered The Ridge which contains ROASTED TURKEY, AGED CHEDDAR, AVOCADO, OLIVE OIL, GREENS. Also comes with a side of those small cornichons.Overall, the sandwich was okay. The cheddar was way overpowering and couldn't really taste the turkey which didn't really have much flavor in the first place. Guac is guac, but it also causes the sandwich to become a slippery mess. One bite and the inside spills out the back as is common. Again, the bread, while it was delicious, is also chewy which is a big turnoff on deli sandwiches for me. Could have been better. Maybe I tried the wrong thing, but this didn't work out for me.
Just moved into the neighborhood not too long ago and usually have Sammie's for lunch. Our go-to before was subway - yes, i said subway bc we literally lived across the street from one and it was the only place walking distance to get sandwiches from. Well. After moving to arts district and Yelp reviews, found Breadlam. Their sandwiches are SO GOOD! very comparable to Larchmont wine & cheese (a local FAV)! 2nd time here and got the Raymond and it was delicious. Definitely my go-to spot for weekly Sammie's. They even have an assortment (small) of New York seltzers (iykyk).