50 Best Sandwich Shops near Kensington

“It's a Subway, so no atmosphere, no decor, but the place was super clean -- possibly close to closing time at 4:40p on a Tuesday. Easy parking in this large strip mall parking lot. I purchased two foot-long chicken and onion teriyaki sub combo meals, which included a small soft drink and choice of chips or a cookie for each meal. No other patrons in the store at the time, so very quiet, and the gal who helped was quick and pleasant... particularly when my newly-downloaded Subway App had to be re-downloaded to get it to work. But, as this was my very first time scanning from the Subway App, when I was told by the employee the scanner was ready I apparently held my phone too close to the scanner face because it didn't scan until I pulled my phone away in frustration...then, it beeped as scanned. But the store employee watched me as I kept trying to scan with my phone right up against the scanner and I even said it's not working but she didn't suggest that I was holding my phone too close. Also, when I asked to instead provide my phone number to get points -- because when I initially signed up for the rewards program, it stated that my phone number would suffice for in-store points accrual -- the employee indicated that wasn't doable. As the only staff member at the counter, she didn't seem like a new employee -- she certainly knew how to make the subs and ring up the combo purchases -- so, it could be that some additional scanner and rewards program training/information is needed. However, to rectify the scanning problem, she might have consulted with the other employee in the back, who passed through the front for a second when I first arrived at the counter, especially since they weren't busy. And, to add to the experience, both heavy foot-longs were placed in the same bag, which handles broke off and the thin paper bag crashed onto the rain-soaked ground spilling out the chips just as I reached my car -- those flimsy paper carry bags aren't strong enough to hold two foot-long subs, which should have been placed in separate bags. Anyway, though a few frustrations, when I finally got home, I thoroughly enjoyed my sub.“

“Credit where credit is due. This subway is a step above most. The staff were friendly and even chatted with me while prepping my sandwich. The inside is clean and orderly.Parking: Free 1 hour parking in the garage connected to the retail area. 35 spots.“

“My beautiful grandson is in the NICU at the Children’s Hospital. Today as my daughter, her husband and grandmother arrived they were greeted with a delicious box lunch from your establishment. We’re not sure of the organization that gifted us this lunch so we say THANK YOU!“

“Enjoyed the sub from Jerseys Mike. Tasty, fresh with the perfect amount of seasoning. Orderd subs before from Jerseys Mike and will definitely order again. First and only choice when it comes to a desire for the perfect and best tasting sub. That's the truth !! “

“I catered from the Bean Bag Deli for the first time for a work conference. Mitchell was by far the best person to work with when trying to facilitate numerous orders. He was very flexible and adaptable to our needs/desires. He provided amazing customer service and I will 10000% be a returning customer! I recommend to anyone wanting a quick and yummy bite or for a large group, either way, you'll leave happy. :)“

“These are amazing sandwiches, we've been to two of the locations and each nailed it. I wouldn't give any stars for the customer service, one of the locations had a sign that essentially said do not talk to the employees. You basically handle the ordering online and pick it up rather quickly when you get there. Very unique sandwiches that span across the globe....only 4 stars vs 5 because they cannot even be bothered to say hello.“

“Best sandwiches I’ve ever had!! I didn’t know sandwiches could be so good. This is my new favorite go to spot in Annapolis. Everything I’ve tried has been delicious. The house made chips are good, desserts are good, onion rings are good! Customer service is great. Overall, very clean, lovely bathrooms, and sanitizer available for guests.“

“Quite good for what it is. The food is simple, not pretentious and affordable. Sometimes they use cheaper ingredients like their cheesesteak is warm roast beef with cheese and condiments but their cold cut sandwiches are quite good, soups are made fresh, snacks abundant and priced accordingly. The owners and their staff are friendly, quick and will remember their regulars.“

“Food is fairly fresh. They get your food out quick. I think their prices are not too unreasonable either for the area.My only complaint was I saw one piece of hair in my food. It wasn't my hair (different color) but that sort of thing happens when you order from a restaurant.“

“The office I work at loves to order here for luncheons. This time I tried one of their fan favorites the Sweet Thai Chili Grilled Chicken Sandwich. It was so so good. I was very impressed. It had the right amount of kick from the chili and crunch from the slaw. Next luncheon, I will prob order again thats just how good it was & on a warm brioche bun.“

“A small sandwich and smoothie shop that has fresh food and great values. My Classic BLT ($12.99) was huge and also had onions, cucumbers and lots of avocado. My Manapple Smoothie was nice and thick and refreshing. Located across the street from the Farragut West Metro.“

“Anyone and everyone around DC, if asked where to get the best sub sandwich, will suggest a sub from here. It's the "Go To" spot. Only makes subs and has been doing this for years. Very nice selection to choose from and fast service. Lunchtime is always the busiest time to visit but they keep it moving. Hard not to give it 5 stars. Number 9 is my favorite!“

“WOW I'm inpressed! I've been eating Philly subs for over 50 years and I just had the best sub ever. This is the first time I've been to a Jersey Mike's and from the minute I walked in I was given a friendly greeting that actually sounded sincere. The shop looked very clean and had just the right ambiance. Service was surprisingly fast too.The best part though was when I brought the sub home. Even though it had cooled on my drive home, It was absolutly delicious! It was chock full of tender steak and cheese and made exactly how I like it (lettuce,peppers, fried onions, olive oil and oregano). It was absolutley delicious! I will be back.“

“These are the best sandwiches I've had in town, hands down. The brisket and roast beef are delicious, and definitely appreciate something that's made by the people serving it. Either their menu favorites or to build your own, there are enough options for anything you can think of. The serving of hand cut fries are large, and actually less expensive than fast food. There's a counter/bar to sit at, and self serve seating if you want to stay. The only drawback is it's pretty expensive, so while you do get what you pay for it's a little steep for me to go often.“

“I have been eyeing Earl's sign about fresh roasted turkey and today I gave it a try (delivery). I have to say that Earl's is a real gem!Turkey sandwich with cranberry sauce: Just divine! Turkey is so tender that it is falling apart (like pulled chicken). Bread is whole grain, fresh, and nice mix of seeds.Garlic chicken sandwich with roasted peppers: my husband said it was really good.Vegetable sandwich (with balsamic vinegar or basil mayo): Excellent, chock full of mushrooms.Salad (with chicken): excellent. We particularly enjoyed the fresh apple slices (tasted like they had lemon juice). The dressing, though, was unexpected, only vinegar (no oil). We ended up using our ranch dressing we had on hand and sprinkled a little vinegar on top.So glad to have tried Earl's and we will definitely do it again (can't stop thinking about the turkey!).Update 3/3/24 We just finished our lunch of Mona Lisa (veggie) and Turkey and brie sandwiches and I am thinking of mine (turkey and brie). The best sandwich I have had (maybe ever). My husband really liked his Mona Lisa, too.“

“Delicious breakfast blt and pastries. Generously sized blt. Excellent, speedy service. Great atmosphere for a quick bite or to study. The sweeter, more elaborate coffee options and horchata looked very tempting. I'll have to try them next time.“

“My daughter & I visited this eatery on our trip to DC and absolutely loved everything about it! We got the chicken 1 sandwich & the Greek Goddess, along w/ tomato soup & quinoa chili, & lemonade! Everything was fresh & near perfect. And the owner was delightful to talk to. Wish we had something like this where we live!“

“My go-to breakfast place when I'm in Arlington. They have many good options on their breakfast menu. They also will make your meal the way you like it by adding items that are not on the standard menu. They also have a wide variety of cold drinks and juices. The coffee is always good. They offer quality and good service.“

“This is my first visit to this location of Hot Lola’s. I had a three piece tender basket. The chicken was nice and hot and fresh, and the waffle fries were delicious! The service was a bit slow, especially given that there were no other customers, but all in all, a good experience.“

“Probably the best sloppy joe I’ve ever had. I rarely leave reviews, but this place deserves it, 100%. The guys who make the magic happen inside of this establishment are always happy, and welcoming, leaving you with a memorable TASTY experience. Also, the hot dogs are out of this world. Will keep coming back as long as they’re open ❤️“

“Really good food! I just moved to the area and I was looking for some good local food spots to check out, came across Wow Deli and decided to give them a shot. I came in and ordered the Washington Cheesesteak and man was it good! Plenty more of meat and veggies, large portion of fries, and not overly priced! I will definitely be back soon!“

“Delicious casual eats with a nice menu that everyone will be able to find something they want to try. It does get crowded on the weekend so use the Open table app to easily book a table. Make sure to try the Italian soda we did the blueberry / vanilla sans alcohol and it is the most delicious thing!“

“This place is across the street from my house, so if I'm home and craving a sub, i go to Mother Rucker's. Their subs are solid. I've only ever had the veggie and the tuna sub. Staff is friendly and efficient. Pro tip: get your bread toasted. If not the wetness of the oil/vinegar/wet ingredients will make your bread soggy. There's never a long wait, so you're able to get in and out quickly. They have a good selection of chips as well. They accept cashapp as payment.“

“We stayed at the Melrose which was great but we were able to go right next door to the most friendly little place. We ended up coming over every morning for breakfast and even had some evening sandwiches. Prices were very reasonable and a good selection. If you're staying close give it a try you'll be happy you did. It was great !!“

“Didn’t feel like I was in MOCO! The bulgogi sandwich & BLT were delicious. And I loved my chaispresso/dirty chai…I know this can’t even compare but I had just gotten a hot chai from Panera the other day and even when I asked for ‘less sweet,’ it tasted so sweet and off. But drinking Java Junction’s chaispresso made up for that experience/wasted money by 10-fold!I also adore how it’s in a charming, old structure in Old Towne Gaithersburg next to the MARC train tracks & outdoor locomotives on display. The train sounds made me nervous bc they’re so close but visually appealing & lovely nonetheless (and that’s not the business’s fault, of course).“

“Got a advertisement from these guys a few weeks ago, did a big move so I thought I'd finally give Mike's a call. I ended up ordering them 3 times within 5 days. Was this the healthiest thing, probably not, but if you're looking for some great pizza, look no further. Subs are good, but im more of a pizza guy. The price is great too, it's cheaper than any big chain and the food is much better. Thanks again, guys!“

“Delicious tasty sandwiches. A bit pricey, but good quality. Definitely recommend.Rich boy: reminds me of a shrimp po boy. Juicy crunchy shrimp with a punch of flavorPorchetta: reminds me of dinics roast pork sandwich in Philly with the broccoli rabe“

“I came to get some breakfast while waiting for a family member to get done surgery at GW Hospital. It is about an 8 minute walk from the hospital.Bacon egg and cheese on a bagel sandwich was actually pretty good. There could’ve been more meat however it was really inexpensive which made it worth what I paid for. There are a few tables inside and some outside as well.Definitely recommend if you’re looking for a quick, good, and inexpensive breakfast sandwich.“

“This is the local sandwich shop/cafe for all of us that work in the area. They serve breakfast and lunch. I strongly recommend if you want a good sandwich because it's the only spot in Rosslyn that has a solid sandwich. My colleagues and I have been here many many times. It's not winning any food awards. However, the sandwiches are made fresh, tastes great, and priced just right. Strongly recommend if you work in the area or just visiting.“

“The food & atmosphere is good but it's the service that makes this place great. My family and I visited the African American History Museum & we stopped by this coffee shop. The shop which is about 7 walking minutes from the Museum but our experience here jump-started the day.“

“One of the best options at Washington Union Station food fair. Service is fast and the food is full of flavor. They take special care of the presentation of the food and the freshness of the ingredients. You can tell from the first bite. The food fair's atmosphere is good.One of the best options at the Washington D.C. Union Station food fair. The service is very fast and the food is full of flavor. They take great care of the presentation and freshness of the ingredients. You can notice it from the first bite. The atmosphere of the fair is very good.“

“I had the old skool cheese steak that comes with cheese sauce? with extra provolone(because I'm a cheese wore lol). Added lettuce n tomatoes for a little razzle dazzle and I was sent steak n cheese heaven?. Fries are always made fresh for the perfect crunch and their toasted bread should be shouted about from the mountain tops “

“I think I just found my favorite sandwich shop! Ordered a Bret’s turkey reuben with smoked turkey and kraut, perfect ratio of everything, and great portion size, most of all: wonderful taste with very reasonable price. Definitely going back to try the other sandwiches (a great variety to select from btw!).Parking: Plenty of free parking spots right in front of the store, super friendly/convenient for drivers“

“Service was great and didn't take too long with our orders. The staff was really patient with us picking our food. It was somewhat busy so we took a minute to find a spot. They have seats outside as well but it was too cold. Here's what we got there: * Chocolate Moelleux Cake - we loved it! On their website, they describe it as French version of a brownie. Spot on. This what I would expect it to taste like. It's not as sweet as an American brownie because of dark chocolate. * Napoleon - we've tried napoleon before but this one was different. The pastry wasn't as flaky, but that's not a bad thing. Custard was not too sweet, which balanced out well with the glaze on top.“

“Overprice but it’s downtown DC what do you expect? Ignore all the reviews about bad attitudes. Everyone here has been nice to me and I’ve been coming for a year. Just some Boujee moody people coming in through that door. Stay blessed Pret !“

“This place has a side street cafe vibe, cause it’s a side street cafe! It was nice and quiet. They have an open kitchen which it’s always nice to see your food and the people preparing it.The food was nice, a bit pricey, but it is DC.The falafel warp was great, and tasted authentic.The French toast and pancakes were a hit with the wife and children.Overall it’s a good place to eat, if you’re in the middle of DC stop in!!!Vegetarian options: Falafel ? wrap“

“This is my favorite restaurants in the general area of the Washington Conversation Center, and best Potbelly I've ever been in. I am one of their "regulars", and they are consistently good. So I am not baseing this glowing review off of one good experience.Kid-friendliness: While they don't have a kids menu, of the downtown DC restaurants I've been in, I guarantee the staff will be as "kid friendly" as a place can be. Even when peak busy, it's calm enough not to add fuel to a kids energy level.Wheelchair accessibility: Entrance and restaurant on the same level surface. However, the doors are not motorized; but appear fairly light and nice big, easy to grasp, handles. There is no latch.“

“I got a meeting time wrong and ended up in this area an hour early. It was freezing out and I found this cafe on google and came in to warm up, I didn't get a sandwich although they look amazing but it was such a nice little place to sit and kill time. I got a coffee and large smart water for $6, you don't see that too often“

“I need to go here more often. Super simple food counter with great breakfast sandwiches, lunch options coffee, etc. I stopped by the other day bc I went to Slipstream for coffee but their food choices were too foo-foo. I just wanted a regular bacon, egg, and cheese. Looked across the street, saw Atrium Cafe and immediately walked over. Went back the next day for a cheese steak. It was really good but a little small.“

“While touring DC, my cousin had a cheesesteak craving, and this place was within walking distance. It was around 3 PM on a Wednesday, and there was no one else inside. They had a lunch special - buy one sandwich, get one free. Unsure if it's worth it at full price, but it felt like a steal at half price. The Girard Ave and Classic Cheesesteak were filling and tasted like high-quality sandwiches. We also tried the Love Park Salad, which had an excess of mozzarella cheese but was otherwise quite good.“

“Long time customer of Cosi (10+ years). Stopped in to the 17th street location and happy to see Jacob is the manager there. Tried the new Falafel sandwich and it was great. Location is excellent for downtown people and tourists alike. Smaller location but clean. Staff very friendly. Cosi has always had great salads also. I miss the old 10th and E location but happy to see the DC pictures that line the walls of the 17th st location.“

“I forgot my lunch and had been hearing a lot about Phillips, so decided to take the walk. The line was actually less long than expected and told so I was excited about that and the food looks very fresh. I decided to get a turkey club added, bacon and dressed up how I wanted to with a side of kettle chips and a brookie. To my surprise, this was totaled to about $20. The price is outrageous, I probably won't be returning, unless I am treated or forget my lunch again and reach starvation however, it was a pretty good sandwich. I will give them that. The brookie was OK as well. - I'm glad I had my bottled water at my desk lol“

“We got delivery from Jetties for an office lunch. The box lunches are great because they come with so much in them for a good price. The one thing is that I always order a vegetarian option and the only vegetarian option of their box lunches is the worst vegetarian sandwich there is. Please offer a different vegetarian option it is literally so bad.“

“I work across the street and decided to try this place out for breakfast for the first time. I got the western omelette platter and it was HUGE, tons of sauteed veggies in it along with a side of potato and toast. The portion was VERY generous and everything tasted great! Definitely worth it!“

“Picked up the portobello steak and chicken subs a few hours ago. They were outstanding!! Fresh ingredients and bread was so yummy!The staff are absolutely amazing. From the time I walked in and was greeted immediately, to the ease of ordering, and short wait time, I’m very impressed! Courtesy is hard to come by anywhere these days. Big kudos!!!“

“Jetties..... what can I say about this place that is deserving of their excellent quality. I work at enterprise and this is my hands down number one go to spot IN Georgetown. The sandwich quality is beyond top tier..... I wish I could have included a picture but I honestly ate it waaay to fast. This is my favorite spot worthy of kings and queens alike Jetties.... you have a customer and fan for life!“

“The absolutely fabulous soup variety - the best taste and price combination as well as the service. Fantastic place where you can grab healthy salad, tasty wrap or sandwich or hot yummy soup - perfect quick lunch break !!! I truly recommend !“

“Who knew. I stopped in about 7 minutes before closing and asked if they could still make something. The girl at the counter said they had already turned off the heated things but could do a cold sandwich, then started listing things. She was very nice, not like some places where they get angry because they have to make a mess again. For me service is the determining factor for repeats, and I will definitely be back. The sandwich was very well priced and big enough to be a meal. Everything was fresh, I can't think of a bad thing to say about the entire experience. Great people, great food, great price.....“

“We grabbed a quick lunch here during our trip to DC and were thoroughly impressed. The prices were very reasonable and upon signing up for their "rewards" program we got an 2 for 1 offer on sandwiches and after purchasing got another coupon for a free sandwich and one for a free cookie! A great inexpensive option if you are in the DC area - we'll definitely come back.“

“WOW, Jerseylicious!!!!!! Best cheesesteak I've ever had!!!!!!! Young tall man with brown hair was a great help and greatly imrpoved the already TERRIFIC atmosphere. NOT TO MENTION the terrific Cream Soda. I will be here everyday. My trip to Jersey Mikes was simply a revelation. Goodbye Jimmy John's hahahahahah.“