My husband and I drive by this place every day on the way home from work and I can't say why we've never stopped before. My husband loves sandwiches more than any other food so we finally stopped in a few days ago. The building itself needs some help. Well, a lot of help. The inside and the outside could use a massive overhaul but I feel it's likely not necessary where they are located and the owners are clearly putting their money into amazing quality ingredients instead of aesthetics. The sandwiches we ordered were AMAZING! They definitely bake the bread fresh every day, the bread was absolute perfection. I also really liked their mayo and feel they must make it in house. I ordered a regular (8", I think) #1 which is the Italian. I loved it! I topped it with sweet peppers, banana peppers, and pickles. Chef's kiss! My husband ordered a giant hot roast beef sandwich which he is still raving about days later. We both took half of our sandwiches to go and were able to enjoy the other half for another meal. This will be our go-to sandwich shop and easy dinner to pick up on the way home from work. Even better that we will have leftovers to take for lunch the next day! read more

We got corned beef with Swiss. It was a big sandwich. Loved the bread. The lady and gentlemen working behind the counter were very nice. The restaurant was pretty clean and the seating was comfortable. I would definitely come back! read more

American Hero Restaurant - Corned Beef with Swiss cheese - Delis Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Mediocre at best. I had high hopes for this sandwich shop which is situated directly off the freeway and attracts a far than less attractive crowd of bus hoppers and transients. Other than the ambiance being dirty and the staff unwelcoming, the food is very mediocre. I expected to find myself taking bites out an overstuffed flavorful sandwich and what I got was a Subway dupe. Do not let the internet fool you. This place is not a "deal" for a sandwich. Older pictures are being featured. The 8" sub runs you $9 where the giant is $18 not including drink or chips. Drove 45 min for a "great sandwich" and sadly was disappointed in every aspect. I do not recommend this shop. read more

American Hero Restaurant - Sad turkey sandwich - Delis Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Ate at American Hero last week while I was in Durham. Wanted something local and not chain. The outside could use a little TLC. Like a mower and some paint. Walked in and stepped back about 40 years. Solid sanitation score so I decide to give it a shot. I told the gentleman taking the order that I had never been there and asked what I should get. He immediately said the #1; yup the Italian. My favorite. Got the veggies on the sub. Plenty of meat and delicious bread. Great portion. Delicious sandwich and very pleasant employees. Well done American Hero. Imagine what you could do if a little money was put into the building/property. I imagine a lot of people won't give it a try because of the appearance. I'll be back when I'm in Durham next! read more

I am so disappointed. Live their breakfast. I got a steak philly.meat and provolone extra cheese mayo. I hated the mayo ask for a redo,wich they do. This time no cheese. Go back asked for the cheese, the woman up front told the cashier she was not listening and not wanting to make the same sandwich over an over. I said that's fine I'll take my money back. They put white american cheese(I ordered provolone) and put hardley any on. I will never go back!!! read more

Great food at an even better price. Staff is very friendly and sandwiches hit the spot. Big fan of the Roast Beef. Cakes are delicious as well, have been coming back for the Beyond Chocolate cake. read more

I've been driving past American Hero for 2 years now (well, it will be 2 years in 10 days...but who's counting?) and have intended to try it. Well, today was that day. The appearance of the place is certainly lacking. It looks like the before picture of a Food Network fix-em-up episode. Not dirty; just unappealing. But, then the smell hits you. Or, at least, it hit me. The smell of a really good sandwich place. Kind of like the chain named after Mike from Jersey. My nose overruled my eyes, so I ordered. I had the #1 sandwich (ham, salami, capocolla, pepperoni & provolone cheese) on wheat, with Doritos and a diet soda. Hold the mayo, but I'll have some mustard please...and all the veggies. The sandwich could not have been better. It hit on every point. Fresh toppings, a good portion of meats, not too much mustard, and really good bread. And it was huge. Huge isn't a plus if the food isn't good, but in this case, it was so it was. I'll be back. And in less than 2 years. read more

American Hero Restaurant - Now this is a combo... - Delis Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Best subs in town! Not only is the bread and meat is always fresh, the staff great! Each time I've come here, owners were pleasant, areas were clean and food is consistent. The desserts are delicious as well. read more

While traveling home from summer camp with 80 of my most favorite people in the world, our bus had a blow out on the interstate. Our drivers acted fast and professionally to move us to safety. We made our way off the interstate and into the parking lot of American Hero Restaurant. We were tired from a long week at camp, and this was the last thing we wanted. However, God had another idea. One of our leaders went in and explained our situation and we needed somewhere we felt our students would be safe and could wait for our replacement bus. Not only did they welcome us in, our students were able to be in doors out of the heat, they had a bathroom, a place for them to hang out AND the most amazing subs and desserts. This could have been a miserable experience for our students, but this business welcomed us in and made a crazy situation actually enjoyable. Our students respected the place, cleaned up after themselves and any other person that came in was given front of the line privileges. THANK YOU, American Hero Restuarant for being welcoming and showing our students kindness. We will tell everyone we know if they are ever in the Durham area, this place is a must stop. Your forever grateful friends from LibertyLive Church SFD, VA read more

This place is legit. Best sub I've had in a good, long while, and they're HUGE! The restaurant looks a little sketch from the outside, but it's clear the money goes into the quality and not the decor. read more

This is my new go-to sandwich shop. Honest to God, this is the best Italian sub I've had outside of New York, and even then, it gives NY a run for the money. You can tell the business has been there for years; it's no-frills because it doesn't need to be. They're putting their money where your mouth is. Don't let the exterior or the neighborhood detract you-- seriously, this place was probably there well before N. Roxboro became a dive. If you're the kind of person who cares more about what a place looks like on the outside than the quality of the food inside, you're probably a shallow out-of-towner, and there are plenty of trendier places for you around town. If you're looking for a good sub with the perfect balance of ingredients and not the result of a heavy-handed minimum wage employee, this is your place. It literally is a family-owned business. While another reviewer said "the staff can be a little scary," I find the absolute opposite to be true. Yes, the older staff are a little quiet, but the young guy is nothing but friendly, with a smile on his face (before he pops his mask on). I literally have gotten their subs 3 times in the past two weeks, which should probably tell you something (about the shop, not me-- well, ok, maybe a little about me too). read more

Who picks up the phone and says we can order from inside the store? Do your job, take the order, you just lost $30 and a possible returning customer. read more

There's a dude here who doesn't like how the place looks. Maybe he doesn't know that to get a decent sub or pizza you do not go to a place that looks like a foodie boo-teek. You go to a place that looks like this. The Number 1 on the menu is a traditional Italian sub. They have mayonnaise available for people who like that sort of thing on their subs but of course you don't have to take it. The Number 1 is perfect, not too much meat because a traditional Italian sub doesn't have too much meat. Fresh tomatoes, lettuce, onions. Oil and vinegar, on the bread please. Oh, God, you'll eat with your eyes closed. It is the real thing. What you're hoping to find. What you've been looking for. read more

Friendly family operated business.... Grab a hoagie that reminds you of NYC Bodegas & play some pool with friends or family. read more

American Hero Restaurant - Game room & subs for the win! - Delis Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

This place is a must see. A good sandwich shop with moderately priced sub sandwiches where the meat and cheeses are cut to order (like a proper deli). The staff has, uh, character. The great attraction of this place, though, is the Bible. Some time in the past, the place burned down and a Bible, left on the counter, was left unscathed. Now they have the bible is a small shrine as you walk in the door to the left. Over the Bible is a large sign telling the story and six or so Bible verses that make absolutely no sense. It is a wondrous sight to behold. Make sure you go to the Roxboro location as I'm not sure if the others have Bibles, as well. read more

This is a family-operated venture that serves sandwiches and salads. The sandwiches are eight inches (instead of the six inchers at Subway) and the salad is assembled right there as you wait. The staff was very nice and the food was tasty. read more

This place has some great sub options, made with a freshly sliced meat. I opted for the chicken Philly cheesesteak. The meat didn't seem seasoned, otherwise it was pretty good. They also charge for peppers and water which I added and brought the price up $1. They had a sanitation score of 100, which helped me enjoy my food that much more. read more

Delicious deli sandwiches (both hot & cold) with the meats & cheeses sliced fresh for your order! The bread (either wheat or white) is soft & tasty. And the price is right! The staff there are so nice too! A great shop for fantastic sandwiches. Check out their desserts too! Super great! read more

Best Sub in Durham. Every time I'm in the area I stop by. Place is clean. Prices are fair. And they are always very nice. Pool Table and Arcade games also inside. Huge space read more

Great subs! The bread is never stale, the meats and cheese are sliced right then for your sandwich. The fixings are always fresh too! We never got their desserts but they look yummy. We've moved away from Durham but when I'm in the area I'll be back! (Side note- they do have a religious vibe in the restaurant - "miracle" bible on display from when their restaurant had caught fire years ago. Just FYI) read more

This place is AMAZING! They cut the bread, meat, and cheese in front of you as you place your order. Everything looks clean and neat. They have salads, too. It seems like they make their own sides (they had macaroni salad and potato salad when I went). I had never been there before and they were very nice and patient with me trying to figure out what to order. It's locally owned, and they have arcade games and pool tables. It's huge inside. It's deceiving from the outside. I didn't have high expectations, but they exceeded them and I want them to stay open forever. It's waaaay better than Subway or Jimmy John's. It's not a super fancy place, but for what it is, it is sooo great! Highly recommend! read more

Not a single employee was wearing a mask!! I normally love this place for the great subs but this was the first business I've seen where all the customers were wearing masks but none of the employees were (there is a county and statewide mandate for masks in public). They couldn't even maintain social distancing because you still had to pay at the counter. Such a shame that common sense (and state/local mandates to protect people's health) are not being followed by this company. read more

The restrooms were roped off with caution tape because they were out of order. Us thru travelers needed the necessaries. As we left we wondered what the employees do to wash their hands. Do they pee on the soup? read more

Loved it!! Great sandwiches and friendly interaction. The manager is really personable and charming. I got a huge Italian Sub; just the 12 inch but it was stuffed!!! Will return. read more

This place has 2 big problems. The first is location; a tiny parking lot off a busy, fast-moving street like Roxboro makes it a little difficult to get to. Once you get there, the place is clean, well lit and I was actually impressed by the neatness of the prep counter and steam table items. The staff was friendly. I asked what was good. "Everything is good!" Well, OK, I'll try a gyro. That was the 2nd problem. They gyro just wasn't good. No flavor, too much lettuce and a slightly stale pita. I might stop by again if I'm in the area to try one of the other sandwiches, but I won't get the gyro. read more

I went to this place for the first time yesterday not looking to get anything other than a ham & cheese, but to my delight they had real Navel Pastrami. I could not believe my eyes; you have no idea how hard it is to get real Pastrami down here! You know I had to get a GIANT ONE for the road with American cheese & spicy mustard I will definitely be going back if you try it just once I know you'll be hooked too..... Good staff & Great Food what more could you ask for! read more

The food was ok, but the bathroom was horrible! I shouldn't have eaten here after seeing the sink!! Yet I was hungry..get the plumbing fixed asap!! read more

This was absolutely amazing the pastrami is mind blowing and the baclava is to die for. If you are looking for amazing NY style subs this is the place to go. read more

Great sub for a great price. You will never finish the large. It's perfect for two. No complaints.