50 Best Sandwich Shops near Venice

“FABULOUS SERVICE ! We rate great service above everything else and if we don't get it.....we don't come back ! My wife and I were heading to Santa Monica ( 152 miles from Solana Beach ) for a weekend getaway on Friday and needed a planned lunch stop on the way. Last year when I renewed my Australian passport at the Australian Consulate-General in L.A my wife jumped online and found a Lokal Sandwich Shop on National Blvd close by for our lunch break. The sandwiches, drinks and service were excellent at that location and we expected the same here. Considering we were heading towards L.A on a busy Friday we made great time. We parked in the private carpark and walked in about 12.30pm. It was bright and cheery inside just like the other location we visited. A sweet young lady named Emily greeted us straight off. First up we both had to hit the restrooms ( nice & clean ) after our non-stop drive from Solana Beach. NO PROB ! And then we sat at a table ready to select our lunch order. At the service counter we ordered 1 x ICED LATTE, 1 x THAI ICED TEA, 1 X BBQ PORK BANH MI ( cucumber, jalapeño, mayo, housed pickled daikon & carrots, cilantro on a baguette ) and 1 X THE CUBANO ( Ham, shredded pork, pickled cucumber, swiss cheese, mayo, dijon mustard on toasted rustic sourdough ). BONUS BONUS BONUS...when I checked in on YELP I got an offer for 20% off our first visit. I TOOK IT ! So far so good...very friendly service from Emily the cashier and WE LIKED THE VIBE....an intangible thing that you feel. Our iced drinks were ready in next to no time and tasted very refreshing. I haven't savored a BBQ Pork Banh Mi since last year ( at a Lokal Sandwich Shop ) and this one did not disappoint...hitting all the right fresh and healthy notes. My wife went nuts over The Cubano...quite a large fully loaded sandwich. It wasn't real busy at that time of day so we took our time enjoying our delicious lunch. I noticed that they had craft beer on tap...I didn't see that at the location we visited last year. I asked Vanessa behind the counter....why is this location called Lokal Sandwich + Burger Bar instead off Lokal sandwich Shop ? And Vanessa replied...because this location sells beer. OK ! We really enjoyed everything we ordered here and had a relaxing break from driving. HIGHLY RECOMMEND !“

“This Subway is really fast and serving and the people are really cool. Does anybody noticed that the sandwiches are super large recently did they change I have to ask next time I go there and they're huge so long I don't remember them being this big.“

“Subway is always a solid choice when I’m craving a quick and filling meal. The footlongs are satisfying and a great value, especially my go-to favorites like the tuna and the meatball subs. The bread tastes fresh, and the ingredients are crisp and well stocked. Service is usually quick and friendly, too. Overall, a dependable spot for a tasty sandwich when you’re on the go.“

“We got the Vegan Beef Tacos and they were so good we ordered some more to go. They're pricey but worth it and the Vegan menu is amazing. We were here on vacation and this was by far some of the best vegan food I've eaten. We also got the Vegan teriyaki chicken and veggies.. everything was delicious“

“I visited this place last time I visited my niece who live in LA. I tried their pizza. It was very good perfect. I also love Arabic fettuce salad and tried their coffee. Very friendly service.“

“Alex and Jordan make the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. The bread is baked fresh each morning, and they know how to pair ingredients together to just make them delicious. The sides are spectacular as well. Highly recommend!“

“Incredible Gastronomic Experience Definitely my new go to whenever possible ❤️❤️❤️“

“Ba Ba Ba Baaaaaangin Sandwich !!!! 100 Stars. I got the Veg Out to go. Guy at the counter was super nice, asked if I wanted a water while I waited.
I normally don’t like paying for sandwiches that I can assemble at home, but there is no way I could’ve created anything like this. It was the most amazing Sando I’ve ever had 100
It’s on mellow so Parking is…. Melrosey. If you know, you know.“

“I was delighted and surprised at the size of the sandwich, considering it's relatively low price, and right in downtown Santa Monica! The service was good, and tuna was filing and delicious. Chill music in the background, and a quaint seating area was perfect my rainy day journey.“

“Truthfully, I’ve only ever ordered delivery from Ggiata… that said, I have ordered MANY times. They has the best breakfast burrito I’ve ever had AND the best breakfast sandwich. No small feat.

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Edit: the coffee pictured wasn’t from Ggiata“

“Always a great meal! Delicious & fresh!“

“Was it the first-time-fluke?

This place makes one of the most interesting flavor combos that does not make sandwiches boring. Love the saffron mayo.

When we came for the first time— they were out of focaccia breads and we had the WLF on baguette— it was fantastic. With the fried shallot, the flavors were well-balanced and found them different than other places.

We came back with the good memories and came back for the second time. The flavors inside of the bread were the same, but the bread— the original recipe— did not find the flavor balance and just sour throughout.

We learned that the original recipe isn’t good, but they don’t offer bread substitution (at least online). Tasting in a way could be just us, but not offering an option is not great. Happily willing to try again.“

“This restaurant is THE ONE. Food is so good that it would make a picky eater apologize. Atmosphere? Immaculate. And Juliana, one of the managers? Absolute legend. She always greets customers with a smile and makes sure everything is going great. Customer service would make a five-star hotel take notes. The food really is excellent and the place is cleaner than my plate after I’m done eating there. I’ll be coming back and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for great food in the Marina Del Rey area!“

“Amazing place great location“

“Today I ordered the Italian, it was $12. The sandwich pepper relish was pretty spicy. Overall I thought the sandwich was delicious. I’m going back tomorrow to try the meatball.“

“The sandwiches is so delicious, the staff was very friendly and the most important the quality 👌👌“

“Love Magee’s! The absolute best in meat, mashed potatoes, and gravy!“

“Philly’s Best on Melrose is legit! I got the classic cheesesteak and it was really good — juicy thin-sliced beef, melty cheese, and a soft roll that didn’t fall apart.
The portions are big and it actually tastes like a real Philly cheesesteak. The owner even visited our table, which was a nice touch. Friendly staff, quick service, and chill spot right on Melrose.
If you’re in the area and want a solid cheesesteak, this is the place. I’ll definitely go back.“

“I spent lunch time at Mendocino Farms with my friends and we enjoyed the patio atmosphere. The service was great and the food delicious!“

“One of the best chicken sliders I’ve ever had. The honey based sauce is to die for. The food slaps hard. I couldn’t recommend this place enough.“

“Delicious Philly Cheese Steak.“

“The Service: Service is very efficient. Freshly made to order. Order at the counter & the staff even hand delivered the food to all customers' tables (either dine-in or take out), super nice! The Food: Hot & Spicy burger: I "upgraded" my burger, adding some avocado & bacon! OMG! Love the sauce & the jalapeño in my burger. Onion Ring: Great batter, super crispy! Strawberry Milkshake: Very creamy and not overly sweet! Just the way I like it~ Wings: The staff highly recommended me to try their wings. Sweet & Spicy flavor! Perfect combination~ I didn't know they have breakfast menu too? I got to come back & try out their breakfast soon~ They open at 8am. Perfect to grab freshly made breakfast before work! The Parking: Street metered parking. Side streets are residential area (parking free).“

“A wonderful place with a great atmosphere and consistently delicious, fresh food. I come here regularly and always have a fantastic experience!
​​A huge thank you to the team for their genuine hospitality, fast service, and care for every guest. You make this place truly special!“

“Tasty sandwiches at a great price!!“

“Big shout out to this place. We all know how rare it is to receive your order and it looks EXACTLY like the menu pic showcasing it. The guy who made it for us knocked it out of the park. Price is more than fair and I felt completely full without any leftover which to me is the perfect combination. Our group of 3 had the Caprese style, the Parma and the Chicken Milanese. All were good.“

“Highly recommend! Such a great vibe!“

“Do we understand what a Philly cheesesteak is?

Let me explain. The whiz / provolone is melted into the meat. If you ask for extra cheese, it will not look any different. Just eat the sandwich and see how you feel

This is at the reviews saying “there’s no cheese” or “the meat is too salty”

This is a genuine Philly cheesesteak. Slightly heavy-handed on the whiz, but I was very randomly and pleasantly surprised. I haven’t had that taste since 8 years of leaving Pennsylvania“

“This is one of my favorite breakfast burritos in the city. The people who work here are always so nice too, and I love browsing the unique drinks and snacks in the store. Don't forget to get a coffee at their sister store next door, Jurassic Magic. It's a knockout 1-2 combo.“

“Best east coast style sandwiches in LA no one comes close.“

“The gentleman that took my order was fantastic. He had so much positive energy. His attitude was remarkable. He made me feel like I ordered the entire menu, all I ordered was the turkey chili. Thank you for being the definition of great customer service.“

“High quality and delicious. Service is fantastic. Today, Uber Eats guy delivered the wrong order. I called the store (Uber Eats sucks) and explained what happened. The manager remade my order and when I picked it up, they threw in free butter cake - all at no cost to me.“

“Tried Mendocino Farms for the first time the other day and I throughly enjoyed it! Maday who helped me was super friendly and gave a great recommendation. The Chicken Parm sandwich tasted super fresh and flavorful and I will definitely back for another soon!“

“We had 2 sandwiches here, the Hugo and the Mojito. They were great. The fresh bread tasted so good and cheese was so fresh. The store is incredibly clean and I felt like I could eat off the floor. I really want to try one of their desserts next and perhaps the brisket. See you soon.“

“David provided amazing service and was super helpful throughout the whole visit. He was friendly, professional, and made everything easy and comfortable. Really appreciate his positive attitude and great customer service. Definitely one of the best experiences because of him!“

“The Peruvian steak sandwich is amazing!! Loved the cookies too!“

“Great 👍 sandwiches and for vegans 🌱 @vgone“

“When I walked every employee had a smile on their face and the young lady named Melany took my order and she did an amazing job explaining the menu and bread options to me. For this being my first time at this restaurant and greeted with so LOVE and seeing smiles on everyone face then the manager even walking up to asking me how my lunch, this is a great spot.“

“Dude!!!!

The staff is so doggone nice… sure this is a service industry & and “have a nice day” seems customary; but they were happy, joking around (in a safe for work way) and the food was good too!
I got the blueberry grilled cheese which sounds, “interesting” but you have no idea. Try it. You’ll love it.“

“Taco 🌮 we had tonight were fantastic.“

“The Mog Champ sends his regards.

One of the few places open in the morning for breakfast. Ordered a 6 inch philly sandwich which was delicious and filling to start the day! The salads and meat were fresh just like how we want it.

Service is great! They're friendly and quick, the tables and shop inside are kept clean. First subway experience in a long time and I'm glad we dropped by here for a quick morning meal! Thanks Subway staff!

Mogliest Regards,
Your Mog Champ“

“The store is very clean is ran very professionally whoever the manager of the supervisor is doing a great job at this restaurant the food is wonderful“

“I am a student at UCLA and get food at this subway location every week after my hospital shift. The service is always great and some of the employees have even started to recognize me. Gourish is one of the employees that I see every week and he always greets me with a smile and has already memorized my order. Love the employees and the food very much!“

“This Subway location is significantly larger than most other Subway restaurants, which are usually cramped and feel crowded. Unfortunately, despite its spacious interior, it still shares the common drawback of other Subway outlets—it does not have any restrooms for customers to use, which can be inconvenient, especially for families or those planning to spend more time there.“

“I love the kabab kobideh with sangak and reyhon. Kabab was juice and we enjoyed it. Just I leave 65 miles away. I wish I close by so I can go every weekend. How lucky the people leaving close by🥰“

“Good service, the Indian lady work at evening time doing great job, she made my sandwich very well, I ask her about her name she said kulwinder is her name , she is very nice and speak very polite to me and after me she handle other customer same she did with me .“

“Aman and nik very good working I like to come here and here every food is very fresh and healthy I prefer to all guys to visit this subway and lobby is very clean and all items well settled the Indian guys always happy and make my sandwich very delicious really appreciated guys 😍😍😍“

“The service was great, love the staff, the food was great, the only thing.....was the pricing. This restaurant would be packed if they could adjust the price just a little bittle. The portion size is perfect. There is nothing wrong except nobody can pay $14.60 for small sandwich and a coke. You can't say well, we use the best ingredients ,because Capriotti uses real turkey (like out of the oven, and people will pay for that)“

“I would like to commend, Ms. Natividad
S., manager of the Santa Monica, CA,
Subway , located at 1221 -A Wilshire Blvd..
Natividad patiently assisted me today,
4/1/25, with installing the Subway App on my i phone as my i phone skills are sadly very limited.. I signed the Subway App,
purchased a foot long , and have become
a Subway loyal customer……:… all because of Ms. Natividad S. courtesy and patient assistance.“

“One of my favorite sandwich places in the city! Great BLT, Roast Beef and Turkey Pesto sandwiches on freshly baked focaccia. Don’t miss their killer breakfast too. Only served at Manhattan Beach and Westwood locations but worth the drive. I mostly go to the location in Santa Monica but only for lunch/dinner. Oh and their chocolate fudge cookies are incredible.“

“Luv my TOGOS pastrami sandwich after coaching my spin class in Torrance

My first experience with TOGOS was when I was in college at Berkeley...so glad they made there way here

Thank you, ladies, for being so welcoming and for those delicious sandwiches !“