What better way to spend a warm summer day in Toronto, than with a sandwich in your hand, enjoying the final weeks of the warm weather!
Whether you are on a picnic in nature or are looking to bring a last minute dish to a potluck with friends, sandwiches are always the safest and the most classic option to share with others!
La Salumeria
Location: 2021 Yonge St.
With over 40 years of success in the city, this shop is known for serving deli-style sandwiches stacked with assorted meats, cheeses, and sauces of your choice! From Cajun turkey to a stacked pastrami sandwich, the flavours are endless!
When the Pig Came Home
Location: 384 Keele St.
This local sandwich shop which was started by a group of loving friends is known to serve original flavours like their “Peameal on a Bun,” which is praised for having fresh and high quality meats from local farms. Other popular flavours include their smoked meat on the rye, jerk chicken on the rye, and the house porchetta.
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Katsupan Japanese Sandwich
Location: 3262 Midland Ave.
Take a trip all the way to Japan without leaving the city by tasting these Japanese-style sandwiches made with Japanese shokupan, which is a sweet and fluffy white bread made in Japan. These “sandos” include flavours like miso grilled cheese, chicken katsu, strawberry and matcha cream sandwiches, and more!
Grandma Loves You
Locations: 40 St. Clair Ave. W.
111 Richmond St.W.
846 Sheppard Ave.W.
42 Wellington E.
Are you missing a nice toasty sandwich made by your grandmother? Well, this spot in the city will make you fall in love with their sandwiches stuffed with fresh cold cuts,veggies, meats, and sauces that will bring you back to your childhood at grandma’s house!
DAM Sandwiches
Location: 363 A Oakwood Ave.
If you are looking for a more savoury sandwich that is rich in spices, smoked meats, and cheesy galore, you have to try this spot! From their taco supreme crunch sandwich to their beef brisket sandwich, this place is for those who love barbeque-style sandwiches over cold cuts.
Lox + Schmear
Location: 1030 St. Claire Ave. W.
Try this spot’s original pumpernickel with jalapeno bagel sandwich, that will leave you wanting more! This shop specializes in sandwiches using bagels and flavours that represent the city like their recent collaboration with Toronto’s Kimchi Korea House for their kimchi special sandwich. This spot is a huge advocate for inclusivity, especially for the LGBTQ+ community, to ensure all customers are seen and represented through their food.
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Heartbreak Chef
Location: 170 Baldwin St.
Don’t get your heart broken when your tummy gets full, because we know you’re dying for more! This viral sandwich shop serves the juiciest chicken sandwiches inspired by Caribbean cuisine, along with other comfort sandwich flavours that are top-notch! Don’t be surprised if you see a mega large sandwich on a customer’s plate, because this seems to be a norm here.
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Lambo’s Deli
Location: 1372 Queen St. E.
No store does sandwiches like Lambo’s Deli, where the cheeses are extra cheesy, and the sandwiches are extra stuffed! This deli brings your belly a wide option of deli-style sandwiches, ranging from their buffalo chicken to their succulent roast pork special! While sandwiches are customizable, make sure you stop by this spot during special holidays and occasions for flavours limited to that specific day!
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