I went here after a YouTube video I saw ON ACCIDENT. My Youtube was autoplaying videos on the TV,…read moreand I saw this place and thought "Man, I wish we had a place like this in San Jose." Then I realized the video was highlighting the best food spots in San Jose! I live in West SJ and it's a 20 minute drive to Antipasto, but I didn't mind, I had to find out for myself. I hurried up and went there immediately, only to realize they were closed on Mondays. My mistake, I actually went online to check their schedule, and got into the menu a bit too passionately, that I forgot to actually check their hours. So I went back on Wednesday, and decided to double check that they were actually open this time. Upon walking in, I was a little intimidated to be honest. Everybody looked like a regular, while I walked around like a headless chicken trying to figure out which side of the store to go to. Nick noticed that, and went out of his way from behind the counter to guide me and my wife. He let us know where to go for sandwiches, the butcher, raviolis, etc... Me and my wife got the lasagna dinner with 2 meatballs, and TBC beef ravioli W/ salads. It was love at first bite. This place was better than all the Italian places in San Jose, without a doubt. Yes, I'm talking to you Original Joes and Maggiannos. All throughout our meal, we noticed people chatting with Nick and the rest of the staff as if they were family. Who knows they might be! Nick continued to include us by talking to us and making us feel welcomed. We are fans for life! Great food, great service, what else can you ask for? I just can't believe I never knew about this place after living in San Jose for 30 years.

This is the area that I grew up in. Antipasto's is a staple…read moreof the East Foothills of San Jose. Everything here is good, and the employees are kind and friendly.( just don't ask them stupid questions about the food) Front parking is limited at peek times and inside seating is very limited. You get good quality at a reasonable price. Sure it isn't a steakhouse, for those who complain about a high end steak sandwich or prime rib sandwich. But pretty damn good and you'll leave completely satisfied, as you should. For those that constantly complain about the price- Jack in the Box is across the street- get your ghetto salty ass sangwhich there and be happy with that. Nothing wrong with that. Not many places like Antipasto's in San Jose. It's certainly my " Go~to" when I'm in that area.

Buy 4 get 1 Free deal always keeps this place busy and the bread is freshly made…read more We always go and get at least 2 combo & 2 grilled pork and we do a toss up of who get the free one

IYKYK. I drove here…read morehella early in the morning because this place tends to get packed pretty quickly. I ordered a large grilled pork banh mi. The patte was nice and crispy. The sandwich itself is loaded with the perfect meat to veggies ratio. The price is also very reasonable. A small $4.50, large $8.75. Also if you order 4 sandwiches, they will give you a 5th one free. One of the best if not the best banh mi spots in the Bay. Like I said IYKYK. Try it out if you like. :)

Drive by this place often and finally decided to try it today. I ordered the Torta Mexicana with…read morechicken instead of carne asada. They definitely don't skimp on the filling, the sandwich was packed with flavorful chicken, and the sauce paired really well without overpowering everything else. I'd definitely come back and try more from their sandwich selection. They also have a good variety of drinks and coffee options. Parking was easy with plenty of space in the back. The restaurant itself is spacious, clean, and has both indoor and outdoor seating with plenty of tables available. The menu is clearly displayed on the wall, and ordering was quick and efficient.

The tiny place used to be a very good solid 5-stars spot for sandwiches. They still have long lines…read moreof customers here during prime hours and sandwiches are usually very good with the green sauce. Menu is long and awesome with great varieties to choose from. Portions are huge and one sandwich is plentiful which can be easily shared among two people for sure. Nowadays, the experiences aren't the same anymore and perhaps, it's been under new people management or something. It's been lacking some logistics and sometimes, it's difficult to hear the order being called out while lots of customers are inside. I told the front staffs that I wanted my portobello chicken sandwich $15.99 and the watermelon beverage $7.99 for here/dine-in. I even left them over $3.50 tips here. While everyone else picked up their orders very fast, mine was stuck somewhere in between others. They all got table numbers except me. I even asked if I needed a table number since I was planning to dine-in, but nobody answered or wanted to respond. They were too busy preparing sandwiches. Wait time to receive order was a bit over 15 minutes. I ended up standing around waiting and waiting, thinking about why I even tipped the place when my anxiety levels were escalating. Without a table number, how would they even know which table outside to deliver my orders to? Portobello chicken sandwich was very good though. Ingredients are full. Ciabatta bread was huge. This thick sandwich can definitely feed two people. Watermelon beverage tasted good too. Tables weren't all wiped down outside, but I can see the few employees hustling and bustling. It's still a strange feeling to not have a table number assigned to me while others did have one. Overall, sandwiches are still good and portions are generous. People love coming here. I think the staffs need more management briefing. They are all hardworking, but the front counter service leaves an impression and feeling about the overall experiences here.

Banh mi 3.5 but the coffee here pulls the rating up to a 4…read more The pork Banh mi had great bread! Very light and fluffy but with a crispy exterior. What I think could improve is the amount of bold flavors. I think the pork wasn't bold enough, the pickled veggies not vinegary enough, and the jalepenos not spicy enough. The cilantro didn't really taste like anything either. Not a bad sandwich but nothing really to stand out. The coffee was the right amount of sweetness and bitterness I'm looking for in a Vietnamese coffee.

Arome Cafe is a family-owned business located in a crowded and busy shopping plaza on San Felipe Rd…read moreand Yerba Buena Rd. The parking is challenging during morning to lunch hours. This Cafe offers Vietnamese coffee drinks, milkteas, sandwiches, salads, and pasta dishes. Order via kiosks. It's a relaxing Cafe with natural lighting and tables to sit and work or study at. It's nestled close to Evergreen Junior College so you can see spacious fields and hills of trees with lush greenery. The service was friendly and nice. Lavender Butterfly Lemonade: "A stunning floral twist on a classic - thos lemonade features floral lavender notes blended with a zesty lemon and a touch of sweetness, then finished with butteryfly pea flower for a naturally vibrant purple hue." Support your local business.

Have been meaning to try their sandwiches for the longest time and decided to make a trip here on…read moreMother's Day for a quick bite. I believe that they have multiple locations in San Jose but this was on our way to Valley Fair. There was already a line forming when we arrived at noon. We waited about 20 minutes before our order was ready. We ordered 2 large sandwiches - cold cut combo and grilled pork. The bread was light and crispy. We liked that they removed a lot of the breading inside. The meats and condiments also did not disappoint. The quality of the sandwiches were by far the best I've never had. Can't believe it took me so long to stop by but glad I finally did. I wished that they had a location closer to where I live, but this won't stop me from driving here if I ever want a sandwich!!

Food: A Duc Huong…read morehas definitely been my go to spot for viet sando fix. Can't go wrong with the cold cut banh mi. If you never had it, the best way to describe it is having a viet charcuterie board stuffed in a baguette. The only downside is the wait after you make your order. Lifehack you can call ahead or you tough it out with the rest of us. Cash and Cards are accepted -John

The tortas are enormous and incredibly flavorful. I appreciate that they've reintroduced the free…read moredrink with every torta purchase. A++

I brought my friends here to try Tortas for the first time. They're Asian and their sandwich of…read morechoice is Banh Mi (Vietnamese sandwiches). After morning basketball, I told them to try this place as I believe they make one of the best tortas. Food (4.5 stars) One actually preferred the Cubana torta. That's the one with the egg, chorizo, ham and hot dogs. It's more of a breakfast sandwich. I'm ok with it, but my preference is the.... Milanesa torta is my hands down favorite. I love the seasoning of the breaded meat. I believe it's pork but could be beef. I think there is a hint of cumin, but whatever the spice is it's great. Just like all of their tortas, they pile on the standard fixings of Mexican cheese, fresh avocado, tomatoes, and jalapeños. Their bread is lightly toasted and buttered. It's a massive sandwich! Service/Ambiance (4 stars) You order at the cashier and each order comes with a drink. We were able to choose between a canned soda or their agua frescas. Of course we want the full on Mexican experience and I got the strawberry pineapple Fresca. The lady was generous enough to allow for less ice which means a lot more drink. It was unbelievably refreshing! This is a bakery with about 10 tables for dine in. The clientele are blue collar workers and adventurous foodies like us. There's an aroma of fresh baked goods.

Finally opened a Stand near my house and I'm super stoked, the inside is super big with plenty of…read moreseating. What I love about this place is that they have such a wide variety of menu options from burgers, hot dogs, salads and more. I wasn't in the mood for a burger which I have had before here. I ended up getting the Southwest Chicken salad, it was huge and had so much flavor. I didn't expect it to hit but it did! Being so diverse in menu options and each item is pretty good means a lot. Was also cool that they give a sample of their chips, they were so good. I should have ordered some on the side. I'm assuming my family would come to this location often now so I'll be back!

Freshly consumed fries and rings were cold. It's weird. Was there time loss from fryer to the…read morecounter? They were greasy and yet dry fries. Onion rings had robust batter which was nice. The veggie patty was mushy and the flavor was hard to describe but not so pleasant. It was my bad to pair with wheat buns which made the sandwich dry and tuff. Stand Burger with broiche is hardy, heavy but just OK. Veggie components were overpowered by the patty and cheese. Overall the meal feels like bar food and so the liking would depend on your taste. Perhaps a beer would have helped...

Everything went well! Great experience, great raviolis and sauce! Friendly helpful staff!…read more Worth the trip from San Mateo! We'll be returning soon!

One of the best deli sandwich joints in the South Bay, maybe THE best, can be found on Lincoln…read moreavenue, a fact all Willow Glen locals know We visited for lunch on Friday and ordered a Chris Special Italian sandwich plus the chicken piccata, roasted veg, ravioli special, both were excellent and a good value for the price. The peak Friday lunch line stretched out the door, which was as expected, and thankfully moved steadily. Be sure to grab a ticket and listen for your number to be called. We then ate on the sun drenched patio, too sunny actually. It may be early April but time to put back the awning as I came away with a slight sunburned face. Service is crisp, familiar, and moves fast - a welcome briskness if you're waiting in line. Give La Villa a try ... chances are you'll be drawn back for a second visit and chances are you'll meet me in line. I'll be back as well

Very hospital, fast, and the food is superb! Long time customer here and highly recommend for a…read moregreat sammy!

Great sandwiches albeit a bit expensive. I love their Dutch crunch bread and the fact that they…read morehave so many vegetarian options. I usually get the Go Sharks but have tried pretty much all of their veg and vegan sandwiches.

Wow, I wish I came here sooner! Always had my eye on this place since they've opened up here in the…read moreplaza. The location of the store seems a little far away because it's in the corner by Safeway's gas station off to the side, so I imagine some people miss it. So keep an eye out for it next time you're in the mood for some hot subs. Chris, the owner, was so kind and explained everything to us. He was patient, informative, and professional. It's nice to see owners work at times and treat their customers so genuinely! So thank you, Chris! The store is honestly decorated so well. There's details everywhere on the wall, and it's all dedicated to San Jose culture and first responders. The ambiance felt local and cool. Now for the food, my husband ordered the Build Your Own Sub with Pastrami and it was delicious! I ordered their new and off the menu French Dip sub with aus ju and IT WAS SO GOOD. Highly recommend to get it now while they have it! Special notes: - All subs are served hot! - They have a hot sauce bar with unique sauces all leveled off from (1-10). 1 = mild and 10 = spiciest! Affordability: both of our subs came out to be around $20 for two large subs. Some people may view the prices as pricey, but if you get a large sub it's definitely worth it. Check out the photos for reference (I don't think the photos do the large size justice though because they are HUGE) and give Firehouse Sub a try for yourself!

Your typical craft Sando spot... 3 and 1/2 *** rounded up to…read more4 **** for accuracy and efficiency. To be honest I didn't know about Firehouse Subs until I saw a T-Mobile promo. Thought I'd give it a try. I like sandos....err subs. I placed an order online and picked it up without any issues, just the way it should be. My order was ready and waiting for me when I got there. The venue at the corner of a newer shopping plaza. There is a decent amount of seating inside and outside as well along with plenty of parking around. #Sandos: ~ Hook & Ladder - 3.5/5 The most basic one...I think. Smoked Turkey breast, Honey Ham, and melted Monterey Jack cheese, served with lettuce, tomato, onion, no mayo for me, and deli mustard with a pickle spear on the side. The sub were just okay for me, nothing amazing. ~ Firehouse Steak & Cheese (Large) - 3/5 Looks much better in the brochure. It's fine, tasted OK. Nothing to brag about, don't let the sando sit around. Make sure you finish it all at once or it will get soggy... may be its because of the oil and vinegar dressing I opted for? Not sure... The wheat bread is a tad too sweet for my liking and the white bread is just plain and flavorless. I do wish they provided options like Sourdough or Dutch Crunch, which also happen to be healthier for you. I wanted to complain that they were expensive but then realized that's how it is everywhere now. That food inflation is no joke... I'd stop by if nothing was around. Not so sure I need to try other items on the menu.