An institution here in Sacramento. If you're just looking for a good sandwich, here it is. Beware, they do take a bit to prepare so order online if you don't want to wait. And take plenty of napkins because this is not a clean nor mobile food. My go-to for the last decade is the Hot Blonde. So much fun ordering that one. It is really delicious though. Perfectly cooked chicken with sauces, cucumbers, cheese, on delicious bread. There aren't many places to sit inside but the staff is hardworking and work hard in pushing out orders. Not much of a theme inside other than brewery-male man cave, haha. I'm not here for the vibes, just the sandwich please! read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Hot blonde - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

Nope. Worst Rueben I've ever eaten. Pastrami was fatty mess. Potato salad was blech. 23 three bucks in the trash. Thanks for taking my money. Second star for the good marble rye.. read more

Dad's Sandwiches is one of those simple, no-frills spots that just gets it right. The inside space is pretty small, so it can feel a little tight during busy hours, but they do have outdoor seating which makes it easy to hang out and enjoy your food when the weather's nice. The sandwiches were honestly so good -- fresh ingredients, great flavor, and perfectly put together without trying to be overly fancy. You can tell they care more about making a solid sandwich than anything else, and that's exactly why it works. What stood out just as much as the food was how nice everyone was. The staff felt genuinely friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Best for: A casual lunch, quick bite, or anyone craving a really good sandwich in Sacramento. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Sandwich! - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

What a frickin' find! You have to step off of the R Street "commercial" block to find Dad's, but you will be glad you did. I just liked the fact that it is a fun muraled old house set up with a screened front door and a counter to order from. Place your order and grab a metal bar stool out front on the street (there is like a dozen or so) and sit at the narrow high bar with your fellow diners (they are all friendly) to chow down on your fantastic sandwiches and/or salads. We ordered the Kings Reuben and a Southside salad. Both of these were awesome! One of the best Reubens I have ever had outside of a specific Jewish Deli I love. Dad's is much closer to home. Their menu is quite extensive on the sandwiches both hot, grilled or cold. You gotta check them out! read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Kings Reuben and Southside salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

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This place is super well rated even though it's in a hidden area and I've been wanting to try it based on the pictures online I was really expecting a huge sandwich and for the price. I ordered the hot blonde with light hot sauce. It's a chicken, avocado, cucumber, and saucy sandwich. Overall, it was good but not do the expectations I had based on other reviews and pictures As you can see in the picture the bread was really thin and the sandwich overall wasn't all that big (think pbj size) read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

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What we had: Pastrami Mami Beautiful portion of meat with the usual trimmings served with soft fresh bread. The pastrami was on the salty side but not overpowering and may just be what other folks may enjoy. Sacto - Tritip Cheesteak Sandwich It came with a gravy cheese like sauce which I believe is a signature sauce for this establishment. My husband gave this sandwich a 4 out 5 for that reason. He enjoyed the tender steak and he found the bread soft. I didn't care for it much only because it was a messy bite lol - Yes, it was that cheesy. I can see this being a favorite for some. The place is cute with both indoor and outdoor seating. They were blasting reggae music when we arrived and that was all the welcome I needed lol. Staff were coo and, pleasant - it was an all male team and you can tell they were just vibing. Cute inside art on the wall and outdoor mural. Will definitely recommend this spot and will come back to try another sandwich! read more

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Great place! I haven't been in years. The green machine sandwich changed and liked it better in the past which I craved for. The new version is good but I know wont crave for it. Good customer service. This place is small but glad they have a few tables with outside covering. read more

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Amazing sandwiches! My partner for the cheesesteak and I got the cali carnivore. Both were delicious! They don't skimp on the toppings too. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Cheese Sacto Cheesesteak (Tri-Tip) and Cali Carnivore (Tri Tip/Pastrami) - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Baja Bird from Dad's = instant favorite. Perfectly grilled chicken, It's the first sandwich I've had with chicken thigh -- and honestly, great choice. Juicy, super tender, way more flavor, avocado, crispy bacon, roasted chilis, all layered on that crunchy bread... every bite hits. That chipotle mayo amazing. Messy in the best way, super flavorful, and totally worth it -- washed it down with a Diet Coke because balance. Already planning my next visit. Excellent service. Of course busy around lunch, but to be expected. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Baja bird - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

Recently visited while midtown and my other suggested this spot! I went in not knowing what to get, and luckily the cashier recommended their pastrami. We order led one of their pastrami sandwiches to go and made it a meal. We thought their sandwich was delicious! Made fresh, hot upon arrival. The flavors were good. Portion was big enough for us to split to fancy our taste buds. Definitely will be back! read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

Dad's sandwiches- this place is great! You can either order online or in person! The shop is small and has great food! You can get a made to order sandwich or pick one of the menu! They also have great sides including Mac and cheese and potato salad! They also offer all different kinds of hot dogs! Soft drinks, canned soda, etc! They also have some desserts! I really like the patio! The potato salad is by far the best potato salad I've ever had in sac! read more

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Simply the best sandwich in Sac! DAD's is a small sandwich shop on S Street, and their funky space has a cool vibe with a small outdoor patio. I've walked by many times and finally stopped by on a weekday for lunch. DAD's has a standard menu or the option to build-your-own hot or cold sandwich. If you're in the mood for something different, they also serve hot dogs! I wanted to go with one of their creations and opted for the Turnpike (cold). I ordered my sandwich without onions and mayo along with a small side of potato salad. Service brings your order to you, and I opened my sandwich to check that it was made correctly. We came just after the lunch rush, and I was happy to see everything came out just right. The guy who helped us at the counter let me know that they ran out of small sides, so they upgraded me to a large! I was impressed with the customer service and devoured the sandwich. The bread, thick layers of meat, and mustard made for the perfect bite! I'll be back soon and can't wait to explore the rest of the menu. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Turnpike - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

Tried out dads for lunch, only a couple blocks away so could be a regular in my lunch rotation. Got the Reuben, was really good pastrami, maybe a little too much sauce though. The sandwich was toasted well, and the flavor was great, but it was loaded with sauce and pickles. Next time I'd go 50% less on each then it'd be perfect. The wait is long during lunch time so I'd definitely recommend ordering ahead. Food: 4/5 Ambiance: 3/5 Service: 3.5/5 Marcels foodie score: 3.5/5 read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

Randomly found myself in the mood for a sandwich and matcha combo for brunch and since I haven't had the chance to sample too much of the sandwich scene in Sac, I had to do a lil bit of research to figure out the best nearby options. Tbh, I had initially settled on Juno's based on recs and reviews but it was unfortunately closed on Monday -- a happy accident which led me to discover DAD's, another local favorite. The storefront is a quaint little shop in Midtown along the R Street corridor, with eclectic/amusing decor and a menu that boasts a variety of West-Coast inspired deli sandwiches featuring plenty of avocado and arugula. I opted for the Hot Blonde chicken sandwich while my boyfriend got the Sacto Tri-tip Cheesesteak. Surprisingly, I enjoyed both almost equally (the Dirty Blonde won with only a slight edge over its opponent) despite not typically being a big fan of cheese steaks. As you can see from the dope cross-sections pictured, these sandwiches are PACKED with fresh and quality ingredients. My chicken sandwich was an explosion of flavor with the garlic aioli, brown mustard and hot sauce combo, while the cheese steak had the most delicious beer cheese with delicious peppery notes to complement the tri tip. Personally, my only qualm was that they are a little heavy-handed with the sauces, making these sandwiches a little wet... I'd probably ask for less sauce next time though I appreciated how well they combined together to enhance their respective meats. My bf also mentioned that he would've preferred chicken slices rather than chunks, which admittedly would have made the sandwich more cohesive (my half definitely fell apart towards the end). We stopped by the Mill a couple blocks away to pick up an accompanying matcha latte and enjoyed our meal nearby at McKinley Park. A thoroughly satisfying Monday brunch and I can't wait to come back (the Broadway Burnout and Beach Bum are next on my list to try). Stay tuned to see how this compares to Juno, the next stop on my sandwich escapades! :^) read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Sacto Cheesesteak (Tri-Tip) and Hot Blonde (Chicken) disclaimer: matcha is from The Mill nearby :3 - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

It's a nice little establishment was it clean interior and friendly customer service. Very decent prices for what i bought. My barbecue pastrami was an excellent sandwich on toasted bread with bacon. My friend had the chicken sandwich and she loved her too. We're definitely have to stop by again when I head out to Sacramento. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - The above picture is the tri-tip with barbecue sauce and bacon on toasted bread. The lower one is a chicken sandwich. - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

Delicious sandwiches! Just came here for lunch and got the pastrami mami and husband got the sacto cheesesteak and we got a small Mac and cheese to share. You order at the counter and they bring you your food. There's a few seats inside along the window and there's some tables outside. Definitely want to come back and try more! read more

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Amazing place for a sandwich! I ordered the Cali carnivore and devoured it! Lettuce was super crisp and had a ton of meat, basically was my lunch and dinner. 10 out of 10 recommend! read more

Waited 25 minutes just to be given the wrong sandwich and an attitude when asking about it. Sacramento has lost the plot when it comes to food service, and these prices. read more

These sandwiches were really great. We got the sactown cheesesteak, which was very flavorful and would definitely recommend. We also got the Beach bum which was filling. It is a cold sandwich, and I was expecting it to be warm, so I would recommend it warmed up. Both sandwiches were reasonably priced and delicious. There's only street parking and the inside of the shop is very small. There's maybe it 1 maybe 2 tables, so not a great place to stay and eat the sandwiches. The staff was really nice and friendly. I definitely recommend this sandwich spot and I mostly likely will be back to try a different one. read more

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Heard the hype and to check it out! Got the sacto cheesesteak. Good service and even better food. Worth the price! read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Menu - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

I haven't been to Dad's Sandwiches since long before COVID, but I'm glad to see it's still here. It's a charming little spot that's the definition of a hole in the wall, and it's got a real vibe going inside. I ordered the Hot Blonde for takeout and it was ready within minutes. The ingredients tasted fresh, everything from the chicken to the aioli to the bread was super flavorful and definitely justified the price. Dollar for dollar, your money is better spent here than at a lot of corporatized sandwich spots and locally coveted deli counters... I won't name names. It was a delicious and hefty sandwich, and it is not always easy to find both. In hindsight, I should've gone for the tri tip that was calling my name--but I'll save it for a return trip. Happy to see they're still a super efficient operation, churning out great sandwiches. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Hot Blonde - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

My bf has been obsessed with these sandwiches lately and I was excited to try it. We got the Baja bird and the beach bum. Surprisingly long wait time for a sandwich. We went outside and hung out and this made the time fly. Baja bird- surprisingly pretty spicy. Very flavorful and right on the verge of being too salty. Super tasty though and I would get it again. Loved that it was toasted perfectly. Make sure to have a drink. Beach bum- I wasn't the biggest fan of the bread. The bread seemed dry and crumbly. My bf enjoyed it though. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Beach Bum - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Cool little sandwich shop that has good selection of sandwiches. Had chicken club made with thighs, very tasty. Nice little shady outdoor dining area. read more

Amazing tasty sandwiches that pack so much flavor. They have a ton of great pastrami options as well as chicken. My favorite is the Baja bird or the pastrami mami. They have amazing bread options too. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Baja bird - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

Love Dad's! Good portions and selection of breads and meats...I particularly like their meatball sandwiches...yum! Parking is on the street, so I recommend calling your order ahead, then dropping off one of your party to pickup as you drive around the block and circle back to pick them up with your sandwiches in hand! read more

Super friendly & accommodating staff. Sandwiches were hefty and solid!! We took our orders to go, but loved the vibes of the place and that they have outdoor seating. read more

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Adding 3 Stars to get the average score to 2.5. Unfortunately Yelp does do 0.5's for reviews

I got the Alhambra, honestly this is probably user error but i orginal ordered the V but they were out of the vegan patty so i switched to the Alhambra. The sandwhich was just rlly dry. I think if i had added mayo, mustard, or any sauce at all i would've liked it better. The rest of my group rlly lik d their sandwiches though so i would try again just a different samdwhich read more

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YOWZA - what a sandwich shop - tons of pre-designed combos with cool names, and it's fine and dandy to get a plain ham'n'cheese with no fancy stuff (well, except for guac and cream cheese). Trust me, you want cream cheese on your ham sandwich, perhaps even more than a sliced cheese. I arrived maybe 30 minutes before closing and there was no wait. I chose the French roll, and will probably choose sliced sourdough next time. The sandwich innards were so thick and generous that it was a tough act to take a ladylike bite. Clearly this place is a favorite for a reason - GREAT sandwiches and really engaging staff. My sandwich artist was a hoot. Sorry no pix. I was starving and it was dark. Trust me, fat packed sammies. read more

Couldn't have been better! My Reuben sandwich is what dreams are made of. Very friendly staff, clean bathroom, and surprisingly entertaining sandwich artwork . Thankful Yelp steered us here out of the thousands of restaurants between Porterville and Fort Bragg!!! read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Reuben sandwich checked all of the boxes! - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

We were wanting a good deli sandwich on our way back from the denios flea market. Googled up locations and this spot popped up with decent star ratings. So we stopped in and tried it out. I like the vibe lol that has crawled up the side of the building over the years. Very very small establishment but already had 5 people enjoying their sandwiches outside in the seating area when we arrived. They have a pretty cool sized menu and options., Fountain drinks are not available so you will have can chooses to choose from. We picked our sandwiches, chips and drinks and had our meal outside S well. They brought our sandwiches out to us. The two gentlemen there working were nice and patient S it was out first visit here. I also noticed two orders were picked up by delivery drivers so it does seem as though they have phone Orders or online orders as a readily option.? Our sandwiches were good, notices some cool artwork displayed on the wall while we were waiting. Definitely different than your average other sandwich spots. You get more of the freshness in each bite and cool names to go with them., read more

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Review is for the cheesesteak. Probably best cheesesteak I've had in the sacramento area. Top 3 forsure. Hella meat seasoned good too. Nice sesame bread that everyting together. I always get extra cheese so there's "cheese all through tha bitch". Spot is pretty small they got a couple tables outside. Parking can be a problem sometimes. read more

One of my favorite sandwich places - they have a vegetarian sandwich and a vegetarian hot dog! Very filling and would recommend! What a great hole in the wall spot. Service was also great read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - Vegetarian - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

First time stopping by this joint. I've grown into the guy who orders a cheeseburger when I'm at a burger spot for the first time to see if I should bother with the rest of the menu in the future. Is that weird? Am I gonna start yelling at clouds soon? Anyway, I got a "standard" sandwich this time. Ordered a Dad's Cold Classic - turkey, provolone, French roll, all the toppings. I asked for extra special sauce on the side since I saw it on the menu but my sandwich didn't include it. $12.96 since they knock a few percent off for cash payment. I called ahead and the order was ready earlier than promised. The inside is small but packed full of character. Next time I'll eat there so I can get a better feel for the place. I was in and out in less than a minute - service was quick and the people working seemed pleasant enough. I looked at the menu online but didn't browse pictures ahead of time so I didn't know what I was getting myself into. The bag felt heavy for just one sandwich. Nice. I had a few more errands left but I snuck a couple bites after I parked at my next location. It's wrapped in two layers of paper and a piece of masking tape. This is a two-handed sandwich. Thankfully, they threw a couple of decent napkins in the bag because it got a bit messy after the first bite. It was so big that I had to grab the measuring tape when I got home and verify it was about 4 inches tall. Legit felt like I was unhinging my jaw for a few bites. Anyway, I digress... Bread 4/5 They told me on the phone that they were out of a few bread options so I settled for the French roll. I guess they run out of things over lunch time so I'll go earlier for a future visit. The bread was fresh and complimented everything. It certainly wasn't the main character but if you're eating something like a cheesesteak or banh mi, then you know how important bread is to the whole package. By the time I got home, it was starting to absorb most of the juices, so you'll want to eat the sandwich within 30 minutes for maximum freshness. Meat & Cheese 4/5 The meat is the main character in the sandwich. For those of you that are particular about your sandwich ratios, this place might not be for you, unless you want micromanage your order beyond belief. Personally, if I was making a sandwich at home, I would use about half the amount of meat. The turkey was higher quality than I was expecting in terms of texture and flavor. For context, my daily driver that I prefer is super thin sliced peppered turkey from Corti Bros. This reminds me more of Thanksgiving-style roasted turkey that is sliced at medium thickness. The provolone was straightforward. Good texture and provided a decent barrier between the veggies and meat. The only thing that was a little off was that there were a few times where I got that unpleasant zap of too much salt while chewing a bite. This is coming from someone who uses Diamond Kosher Salt liberally when cooking at home and seasons at every stage. I love my salt. I'll keep this in mind for my next order to see if it's consistent. Veggies 4/5 Lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles were all standard and fresh. Pickles didn't overpower the sandwich and were complimentary. Decent amount of crunch and were sliced at an average thickness. The red onions were a part of the mix and did their job. I think I underrated them at the first bite and had more as I continued eating. The biggest take away was that the tomato ACTUALLY TASTED LIKE TOMATO. It was fresh, delicious, and not soggy. I took a piece out and ate it by itself and was impressed. I could've had more on the sandwich and been cool with it. Sauces 5/5 The sandwich had a good combination of mayo and mustard. While it leaked for a few bites, I did not have a single bite that was dry. The biggest surprise was the deliciousness of the special sauce. Somewhat unique. I tried some by itself and it had a bit of zip, as well as a good combo of creaminess, saltiness, and flavor. This makes me want to try their other sandwiches that have the sauce on it. -- Overall, I'd rate this a solid 4/5. It didn't completely blow my mind but it's definitely worth a try. Given that I could only finish half and will eat the rest for dinner, I think the price to value ratio is fair, but it almost skews to above average given the amount of meat used. While I like a different ratio for my standard sandwiches, I'll come back here when I'm craving a thick stack of meat. Check this out if you're in the area! I'll be back to try another one of their special sandwiches soon. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - 4 inches thick and tons of meat on the Turkey and Provolone Cold Classic - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

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We drove all the way from Antioch to Sacramento just to try DAD's Sandwiches, and it was a huge disappointment. I ordered the Pastrami Mami, and it was NOT pastrami at all--it tasted like plain roast beef. It was dry, had no flavor, and zero seasoning. I even paid extra for more meat, which just meant more unseasoned, dry beef. The only decent part of the sandwich was the bread. For the hype and the long drive, this place was absolutely not worth it. read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - horrible, I asked for Pastrami not bland Roast Beef. - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

A Sacramento staple, Dad's satisfies all cravings. Although they don't offer any discounts to actual dad's (I asked) I would gladly pay full price for their amazing food. They're serving up some huge sandwiches packed with tasty meats and any toppings you'd like on the softest of breads. The interior of this place is small as it's really just a takeout place. There is seating outside pending weather. The cashier was really friendly and patient as we decided what to order. Went with the Mac & cheese, a salad for my mom, and the governator sandwich and also a turkey and avocado sandwich. Went outside to wait and within 15 minutes everything was ready to go. One bite into my sandwich and I was ecstatic. The pastrami was juicy, the avocado creamy, the sandwich was dripping with sauce and the soft ciabatta bread held it all together. I couldn't have ordered a more perfect sandwich. The macaroni and cheese was awesome too and I would order it again on my next visit. The total for 2 large sandwiches, a pretty big salad, a plain hot dog for my son and mac and cheese was $61. Worth every penny. Dad's sandwiches left this dad super happy and I can't wait to return again. read more

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Favorite go-to sandwich spot when I have the time! I was recommended by my friend Terese to check them out and now I crave them at least once a week! They have a scavenger hunt on Saturdays for 1 free sandwich "daddy dime" to redeem and I always tip at least $5 to compensate. The staff is super friendly, good atmosphere, usually easy and a lot of parking. FYI hours are 10-4pm! read more

DAD'S Sandwiches - club sandwich no tomato, added banana peppers my favorite! - Sandwiches Near Me - Sacramento, California

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OMG - YES! All great and good things are worth the wait! There was no line when we were there so all we had to wait for was our order! My sandwich was so good, I couldn't stop thinking about it! Yes, my world might be small but these sandwiches are not! Right now, I'm trying to decide what I want to try next! YIKES! read more

Every time I come to Dad's, the sandwiches are fresh, loaded, and made with care. The bread is always perfectly toasted, the ingredients taste high-quality, and the portions are generous without being over the top. You can tell the staff really care -- they're friendly, quick, and keep things running smoothly even during the lunch rush. The vibe is relaxed and local, perfect for grabbing a quick bite or hanging out with friends. I've tried a few different sandwiches here, and honestly, I haven't had a bad one yet. Definitely a go-to for a solid lunch downtown. Highly recommend if you want something way better than your typical deli. read more

Glad we found this place in Sac. We got pastrami sandwiches and they were delicious. My daughter had their Mac n cheese and she gobbled it all up. Service was cool, we ate our sandwiches outside in the carport thingy. Will definitely come back for the Reuben. read more