50 Best Sandwich Shops in Philadelphia

“This was the best pastrami sandwich I ever had! Amazing.“

“The ultimate roast pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe hoagie. Likely the best in town…. I was first introduced to the row house breakfast spot in the Italian Market years back, but I believe that location closed? So glad this outpost still exists….“

“I’ve been sober from alcohol for almost 7 years and this was the most enjoyable/comfortable dining experience I’ve had in that time. I’m not a vegan but the meatball parm and cheesesteak tots had me reconsidering. Also, the prices are really fair considering they include the tip in the pricingq. 10/10 recommend. Will be back soon!“

“Stockyard Sandwich is incredible! I got the chopped cheese, and it was perfection – juicy, flavorful, and packed with the right amount of everything. The staff was super friendly, and the vibe felt warm and welcoming. Can’t wait to come back for another!“

“Still Great ! Love to keep coming back here as a tradition whether I’m gone for long periods of time or short.

Even a long line wrapping around their stall is quicker than waiting in some drive-thrus.
Just have fun trying to snag a corner to eat in ;)“

“My friend was in a real bad car accident this past summer. He got banged up pretty bad and is in a rehab in Ambler, Pa and will be there for a long time. He lives in South Philly and loves Primos. He calls me before I go see him and asks me to pick him up a hoagie and dirty pudding. The staff is great and makes his hoagie exactly the way he likes it. This is a top notch establishment and makes my friend really happy.Thank you Primos!!“

“Fantastic sandwiches. Quality ingredients and very well seasoned.“

“Loved it!“

“The Italian was one of the best hoagies I've had in a while. The flavors melded together perfectly, and the seeded roll truly brought the whole thing together and took it up a notch. Not to mention that the "mini" sandwich was the size of my forearm! Sad I didn't discover this place sooner, but happy I finally did! Can't wait to go back to try the other items“

“It’s was a beautiful night in Philadelphia and I stop into this establishment September 2023. All of the windows were open and smell of meat being cooked is what dragged me inside.Colby( like the cheese) was our cashier and provided OUTSTANDING service!My friends and I ordered three different cheesesteak sandwiches and was blown away by the flavor of the meat in the freshness of the cheese.I wish I order two sandwiches. I want to eat there I want to eat when I got back to my hotel.“

“Located inside Human Robot (nice vibe, great service and excellent beer) Poe's sandwiches are absolutely delicious and really creative, as are the fries (and they are not soggy). Everything is well executed with the ingredients perfectly balanced. It is hard to settle on what to order. Seoulgirl is fantastic and I had a bite of a Baby Wook which was delicious too. The service at both Poe's and Human Robot is down to earth and friendly. Its an easy walk from Temple University and worth the trip! Already planning my next visit!“

“The Philly Porchetta might seriously be the best sandwich I’ve ever had. It’s got it all - delicious ciabatta bread, rapini pesto, melted cheese, generous serving of sliced pork, and a gigantic chunk of chicharron. It’s gooey and crunchy. Big sandwich - enough for two if not very hungry.“

“Nice crew that makes good food and GF too.“

“Best cheesesteaks I’ve had so far. We had a Pizza Steak, Cheese steak w mushrooms, Cheesesteak and of course a roast pork! All were amazing and worth the trip from Jersey. We will be back soon.“

“Hoagies are good, Bread fresh and Good customer service“

“Was as good as advertised. Found it by Triple D restaurants. Never disappointed with his places.“

“I've never been disappointed with anything I've gotten from there.“

“Tried their "Mayfair" hoagie today. Delicious. The business is veteran owned and operated, by Dennis Fink He is a Vietnam war veteran, and a marine. Semper Fi !“

“Heard about Jack's at work and had to try. Well I was so excited that I forgot to pay for Italian half hoagie and lady signaled me to pay. After eating I was amazed of the great taste.?“

“Decided I wanted pancake after a 5:40 am HIIT workout. The women who took my order was very nice and repeated my order back to me, to make sure she wrote it down correctly. The value for the food was fairly price; got 4 banana pancakes for around $10. The pancakes were very delicious and they were perfectly cook. Don’t sleep on good deli!“

“I just went here for the first time and will definitely be going back any time I'm in a bad mood. The clerk (owner?) Was just so over-the-top friendly and wholesome. What a great way to top off my day. I haven't even touched the food yet but I'm sure it's fantastic.

Here again for a fantastic meal. Wish I could keep leaving five stars over and over again.“

“Best Steaks! Love how amazing it is they display memorial photos of fallen troops on their wall. Buy a steak from them first because they also help support Gold Star Families of the fallen!“

“I’ve worked around here forever but never knew they existed and I stumbled across their Instagram and figured to give it a try! I’m so happy I did. So far I’ve had a breakfast sandwich and a smoothie and everything was so good! I will definitely be coming back for more daily! Thanks coco grille!“

“Great food, incredibly friendly staff and wonderful atmosphere. Highly, highly recommend.“

“Ordered a sandwich to pick up on my way to work today. Ordered the Carmine and a banana pudding. Both were absolutely phenomenal.“

“amazingly tender and tasty baby back ribs-- and their BBQ sauce is a smoky delight. i recommend the meat highly, and felt the price was reasonable!“

“YESSS OMG I miss their food BEST place to eat wings and cheesesteaks, but they moved, dont know where to“

“Best sausage around. ..breakfast was perfect“

“The best sandwiches in the world the best salads in the world the best coffee in the world. Believe me I’ve been around the world twice and this is my favorite spot for lunch. And dan is the best !! And everybody else that works there is excellent and polite.“

“Best little hole in the wall mom and pop style deli. I’ve had their cheesesteaks, hoagies, and breakfast sandwiches, all fantastic. They also have a few grocery type items if you need something, I haven’t yet but nice to know it’s there just in case. Workers are all very nice and the food is always made to order. So glad this place exists!“

“You have to pass thru at least 5 times a week.... I enjoyed the cheesesteak with fresh chips. The chips always come late.“

“Jonathan was an absolute joy to work with for our group order of 14 sandwiches for our volleyball team. He was super flexible as we weren't sure of our exact delivery time and location until 12 hours prior since we didn't know our playing schedule. Delivery was right on time and all sandwiches were accounted for and delicious! They were huge portions and definitely couldn't finish in one seating. The bread was delicious and my sandwich had a ton of turkey. An amazing value for sure! They even gave all of us extra bread pudding as an appreciation of our business (it was DELICIOUS!). We hope to return to Philadelphia in 2025 for the Northeast Qualifier Volleyball tournament so we can work with Jonathan again. Thanks a ton, Jonathan & William!“

“The food was amazing the staff was very nice and acceptance to my two dogs. overall the food was very tastey i got the beef bacon egg and cheese on a croissant and my bf got a cheese burger it was so good he had to get another . I will always go and get there food and you should too .“

“First time having Primos in a while- didn't remember Primos having so much variety on their menu before. Got 4 hoagies, 2 sides and 2 chips. Order was completed in timely manner and the hoagies tasted great. The sides were okay. They forgot the toppings on the sides that were requested but no big deal.“

“best chicken cutlets ever!“

“I just moved into Rittenhouse Claridge and my experience has been great so far! John in the leasing office was very helpful and answered my many questions very promptly. Anita was at the front desk during my move in and is so pleasant and helpful, she made the experience very smooth. My apartment was very clean when I moved in. Also, the location of the building is amazing! Lastly, If you need parking, there is a garage under the building operated by LAZ parking, and Bala, the garage attendant, is wonderful. So far, I would definitely recommend living at Rittenhouse Claridge!“

“George’s Sandwich Shop is a Philadelphia classic, a place where sandwich-making is an art and tradition reigns supreme. Since 1936, this Italian Market mainstay has been crafting some of the city’s most beloved sandwiches. The menu features favorites like the succulent roast pork sandwich, the hearty Italian sausage with peppers and onions, and even the adventurous tripe sandwich for the daring diner. It’s a small shop with a big heart, where the staff greets you with a smile and every sandwich is made with care. For a taste of Philly’s sandwich legacy, George’s is a must-visit spot that’s rich in flavor and history.“

“The food was excellent and good size portions. The chicken was wrapped in tin foil to contain the bbq sauce and prevent the fries from getting soggy. the only thing I would change is romain lettuce instead of ice berg in the Greek salad. Also the tomatoes weren’t ripe at all. Otherwise 10 out of 10.“

“Can't say enough positive things! We had my husband's surprise party here and everyone LOVED it! Not only was the food yummy (holy mozzarella) but the staff was incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to make the night special. They went as far as to coordinate with me to have a decoy sales person at the store entrance when we arrived ensuring that it was a total surprise when he walked down the stairs to find 17 of his closest friends waiting with drinks in hand. Great food, awesome staff, love the BYOB. Highly recommend private events here!“

“I had the cheesesteak with Cooper sharp cheese, and it was great. My only complaint with my sandwich was the amount of mayo that was put on it. I couldn't tell the difference between the cheese and the mayo. Next time, I'll get lite “

“We used NESCO to cater our son’s graduation party and everyone raved about the food. Everything was hot, ready in time and packaged well. We had wings, pulled pork, Mac n Cheese and meatballs and all fantastic!!“

“This is the first review I've ever written, on any platform! But I feel the insuppressible urge to say this:I bought the Honey Maple Turkey Sandwich.I took a bite.I knelt, I smiled, and then I cried.P.S. The kneeling down part is obviously an exaggeration, but everything else is true. This sandwich... man... it works great wonders. I've never thought I'd write a review for a freaking sandwich, but here I am. And I hope you will too.“

“Get the cheesesteak hoagie almost every Friday to break 20s for ump fees for some sport leagues. It is cash only, but the food is great.

Parking: URBN cafeteria shares a parking lot with it, but the cafeteria is only open Tuesday to Thursday. Parking lots get full then but otherwise super easy to park the other four days a week.“

“3 J's: Your Neighborhood One-Stop Shop
Finally gave 3 J's a try after driving by countless times and I'm glad I did! This place is a hidden gem offering a little bit of everything. Their cheesesteak and fries were a solid choice for a quick lunch. It's clear why this spot is a neighborhood favorite. Fast service, clean environment, and a menu that covers breakfast and lunch. Definitely returning to explore their breakfast options!

Parking: 2nd street is a busy street but you should be able to find a spot down the street.“

“Looking for a quick bite to eat!? Something fulfilling, reasonable and good, this is the place to stop at whether on your way to work or after running errands lol Hostess was friendly as well as the chef! I got the salmon & grits platter with cheese fries and my cousin got the French toast sandwich with eggs, sausages and bacon!“

“Ordered catering from Matt and Maries for a lunch event. The delivery was on time, ordering was easy and straightforward, and the food was great! We got the sandwiches platters with chips and a side salad bowl, and also were able to get vegetarian wraps and separate boxed vegan lunches to accommodate dietary restrictions.“

“Super friendly staff with food for every palate.“

“Violent crimes are up 60% in NYC subways as illegal immigrants and out of control inflation ravage cities across America. My favorite Subway sandwich is the italian or the tuna is very good too. Is Philadelphia better off now than it was 4 yrs ago?“

“When I first started teaching at Temple this truck was called $5 Foot Long. Now, you pay $5.15 for a 6 inch sandwich, and you can see the artifacts of many price hikes painted on the side of the truck. Honestly, it's still a pretty good deal. Just understand the value proposition here: cheap, dependable lunch. If that's what you're after, Foot Long delivers. It's not the best hoagie you can get, but it's not bad. They do enough volume/business that everything is always fresh. Real hoagie rolls, soft and chewy--porous enough to soak up the mayo. Shredded lettuce, thin tomato slices, sweet white onion rings. They're clearly champions when it comes to operating the electric deli slicer. However, with such low prices, they need to be rigorous about portion control; don't expect overstuffed sandwiches like you'd get (for at least twice the price) at a top South Philly hoagie shop. This is more like what you'd get from an average pizza joint, which is good, it means it doesn't taste artificial and loaded with sodium & MSG, like Wawa or Subway or Jimmy John's or Potbelly. Of course, you also can't order prosciutto, mortadello, homemade turkey, slow roasted rare beef, baby swiss, real Italian sharp provolone or any of the fancy ingredients that have become the norm in Philly (it is one of the world's greatest sandwich towns). So, here's the bottom line: you won't be amazed, but you'll get a decent sandwich at a great price. While many food trucks have come and gone over the years, Foot Long remains. It's consistent.“

“A very small place I remember when they opened up and I believe it was 1975 I was just adolescent. Their cheesesteaks are absolutely awesome, the staff behind the counter very friendly very nice people and the store is clean and the food excellent.“