I'm back for round 2 and this place doesn't disappoint. My buddy and I had the "kicken chicken" and it was great. The breads have a good sweet taste along with just the right amount of crunch. My buddy said, "I don't like sandwiches much but this one was good." Side note, he's a foodie. I don't enjoy spicy foods but this sandwich has the right amount of spicy. Overall, you cant go wrong with this place. read more

tl;dr the Dutch crunch rolls highlight an otherwise standard lineup of hearty deli sandwiches The Los Angeles sandwich scene ranges from terrific tortas to farmer's market-on-a-bun, but few spots have embraced the Bay Area's beloved Dutch crunch roll. These slightly sweet hoagie rolls are coated with rice flour, creating an addictively crunchy, tortoise-shell top. While hard to find, Dutch crunch rolls are the specialty at Ghost Sando Shop. This small sandwich chain (from the mind of NorCal native and former Chipotle exec Benjamin Sales) debuted in the Fairfax District, and it has expanded to Orange County and the Valley. Every sandwich at Ghost Sando sports a Dutch crunch roll, and the lineup has achieved TikTok fame. Briefly, Grand Central Market is a semi-outdoor industrial market turned upscale food court. The sky-high walls are painted white, and the concrete floors are slickly polished. Even during the day, only a few rays of sunshine enter through the skylight roof, leaving each vendor's neon sign to pop. During busy hours, expect foot traffic shoulder-to-shoulder through the narrow aisleways. Here, Ghost Sando has a central stall near the wide stairwell. You can't miss the bright teal paint or custom green neon sign. The walls are tastefully decked with hexagon tile and wooden slats. The sandwich production line is front and center, and staff members buzz around even well after the weekday lunch rush. Stools are pressed up against the long stainless steel bar counter, guaranteeing a seat for customers. My partner and I visited Ghost Sando for a weekday lunch, but our food was prepared relatively quickly. Immediately, I was shocked by the sheer density of the sandwiches. Rolled into compact cylinders, the weight could have fooled me into thinking they were bricks. The "Large" size was plenty for even a hefty appetite, but I can't imagine how anyone could tackle the double-topping "XX Large" portions. I also enjoyed the unique Dutch crunch loaf -- consider holding your sandwich upside-down to fully appreciate the crispy shell. Otherwise, the sandwiches were more standard than spectacular. The cold cuts are more like grocery store variety than premium deli, and the veggies are only a step above Subway. I preferred the mildly spicy Firebird to the warm-ish Pastrami Mami, but neither blew my socks off. The service is mostly disengaged, and the sandwiches run from $15 each. Reasonably, a sandwich can be extended across 2 meals. The sandos are mostly standard, but the Dutch crunch rolls are mildly addictive. While Ghost Sando is not a reason alone to pay GCM a visit, it is a filling and reliable bet for routine DTLA lunch. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Pastrami Mami - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A sandwich shop located in the grand central market. They seemed to have a lot of variety of sandwiches. I got a breakfast one called the wrong side of the bed. It comes with pastrami, tomato paste, hash brown, and a sunny side up egg. I got their shortie size but it was still HUGE! I fear what their other sizes will be lol I also got their strawberry juice it was pretty yummy. They offer refills as well. The guy at the counter was super nice and offered to cut my sammy when he saw my eyes widen to see how big it was. It really helped me eat clean! Wish them the best! read more

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Ghost Sando Shop is a delectable sandwich shop in Grand Centra Market, DTLA. They have a plethora of food items on their menu. I had a regular Tornado sandwich which is composed of crispy bbq chicken, lettuce, tomatoes and special sauce. I requested to exclude bacon. The sandwich was surprisingly tasty and flavorful. I rarely eat sandwich as my lunch but I want to be adventurous today. Staff were competent and professional. Price was surprisingly modest. Seats are available. Overall, I had a good sandwich. I'd recommend you visit. read more

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Came during the lunch rush on a Tuesday and man, GCM was packed! I opted for this store since the line was moving pretty fast in comparison, and sandwiches do not take long to make vs other places. Took about 10 minutes from the time of ordering to get my sandwich. I ordered the Melrose in a medium. I like how they give you a lot of meat, and how the sauces and seasonings don't feel overpowering. A medium is perfect for someone on their lunch, but might be a little big if you have even a slightly smaller appetite. The bacon could've been more crispy, but overall the sandwich lived up to the expectations. The bread was a little flat and not as crunchy/flavorful as I would've liked. I also wished they had more bread options other than dutch crunch, but maybe that's a possibility in the future. Although the shop's lines and employees may seem busy, they pump out food quickly at an affordable price that's guaranteed to fill you up. Definitely recommend for any tourist/local! read more

Ghost Sando Shop - The Melrose - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Okay okay okay Clear the room The service was awesome.they were kind and made awesome food The vibe is there because it's in the central market and they serve beer The food was 100/10 We did a club and a pastrami turkey Both AMAZING WOULD DEFINITELY RECCOMEND read more

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Been meaning to try ghost sando for awhile and finally got to check it off my list. We ordered the Melrose, which comes stacked with ham, turkey, and bacon, and it's such filling sandwich. We also tried the firebird, which comes with pastrami turkey, chipotle mayo and all the fixings. This one was my favorite. The meat ratio is great here. They're known for their Dutch crunch bread, which tastes amazing. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and it holds everything together perfectly. Service was quick and efficient, especially considering how busy GCM gets. I can definitely see why people call this one of the best sandwich spots in LA. Left very full and already mentally bookmarking it for my next sandwich craving. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Firebird - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Super disappointment with my order. Ordered on ubereats and was given the option to modify ingredients which I appreciated since im allergic to mayonnaise and not a fan of onions. I opened my sandwich and took a big bite when onions immediately fell out. I didnt big deal it since I could easily remove them however, when I opened it to take a look it was filled with mayo. Very disappointing since it was clearly listed on the order and bag. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We've been to the Burbank location and loved it. So I was very pleased to discover that ghost sando shop is in the Grand Central market. Through sandwiches are very good. Very beefy and definitely shareable. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I recently tried the spicy chicken sandwich at Ghost sando and it was a decent experience overall. The sandwich itself was fine - nicely crispy on chicken with Dutch crunch bread on the outside, which I appreciated. Interestingly, they also included ham on the other side of the sandwich. Less chicken though The regular size wasn't quite enough to satisfy a full craving - it felt more like a good snack-sized bite rather than a complete meal. If you're looking for something substantial, you might want to consider ordering additional items or getting the 2 larger sizes. The service was efficient, with quick ordering at the counter. The staff seemed to keep things moving smoothly. Would I go back? Yes, I'd be interested in trying different items on their menu to get a better sense of what they offer. While the spicy chicken sandwich didn't completely blow me away, it was solid enough to warrant another visit to explore their other options. Price $12 for regular size. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Kickin chicken - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wow! Might be one of the best sandwiches I have eaten, what makes it special is the crispy but soft bread (unlike those crusty bread that rips off the skin from the roof of your mouth, ouch!). Generously stuffed depending on the size of the sandwhich. I loved it so much I bought another one for my lunch. Yes, it's a bit pricey compared to other sandwich joints but it's quality! Very friendly and efficient staff. It's inside GCM so expect the crowd and the bustling market ambiance. Ordered the Niki and Club. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Uncle Nikki 6 inch - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was really craving a good sandwich for quite some time and the Ghost Sando Shop in Grand Central Market really satisfied my craving. The secret to what makes these sandwiches so special is the Dutch crunch bread. It's essentially a very soft bread that's fluffy on the inside but has a crunchy, slightly sweet coating that just makes for the perfect sandwich bread. The plot thickens once you get to what's inside the bread. The sandwich is jam packed with meats, cheese, veg, and sauce (the exact contents depend on which sandwich you choose). I chose the "Santa Monica" sandwich, which was packed with pastrami, turkey, bacon, melted pepper jack cheese, "Melrose Spread," roasted red peppers, and sprouts. This sandwich was jam-packed with flavor. The meats tasted fresh. I got the large size and it was a hefty sandwich - you will not be leaving this deli hungry, that's for sure. The service was good; they did take their time, but I appreciate that they made sure it was made fresh and up to par. It's a small stand In the Grand Central market, and they have both counter seating by the deli as well as plenty of tables just in front of the counter. I think this will be a regular for me anytime I visit Grand Central Market! read more

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I was in Los Angeles and couldn't decide where to eat, but I love a good food hall, so I decided to revisit Grand Central Market. I came here on my first trip to LA years ago and had almost forgotten about it until a quick Google search for a good sandwich led me to Ghost Sando Shop. Something about the bread caught my attention, and when I'm unsure of what I want, a good sandwich and chips always do the trick. I ordered the club sandwich, which came with turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and a few other toppings. It was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. I went with the 6-inch, which they mentioned is a newer size option, and it was just right since I don't eat as much as I used to. Paired with a bag of chips, it made for a simple yet satisfying lunch. I'm glad I rediscovered Grand Central Market and found this spot--Ghost Sando Shop definitely hits the mark for a great sandwich in downtown LA. read more

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Grand Central Market is one of the few places to eat downtown and has lots of options. I ordered for pickup and the club sandwich was read on time and the servers were working hard. Lots of shared seating in the bustling food hall but I took my sandwich back to the office. It's pretty good. It reminds me of Ike's Love & Sandwiches, yet not quite as fresh with the ingredients. The club sandwich was tasty though and I'd come back. Prices skew high here being of the scarcity of food places downtown. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Club - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My new favorite sandwich shop! Decided to check out Grand central and had to stop at Ghost Sando since I've heard so many good things. While it's in the middle of other store fronts, it would be hard to miss with all the signs. The menu is extensive but I went with the BLT sandwich after asking which sandwich's were the most popular. I wasn't disappointed. The sandwich was a huge portion, flavorful and delicious. Service was great and moved quickly. I would say it took about 10 minutes for me to get my sandwich which wasn't a crazy wait since other people had put in orders as well. Grand central is overall busy but you can't miss the restaurant and you shouldn't have an issue finding somewhere to sit. It's a lively place but it's also fun as well! Highly recommend! read more

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Ghost Sando Shop Longest line in Grand Central Market which generally means good food or lack luster workers that can't keep up. This ace is the first, good sandwiches Santa Monica Toasted Dutch Crunch Roll smeared with house spread with Pastrami, Oven Roasted Turkey, Thick Cut Bacon and melted Pepperjack Cheese and topped with house slaw (lettuce, red onions, pepperoncini tossed in house spread) and Roasted Red Pepper and sprouts. Melrose Toasted Dutch Crunch Roll smeared with famous Melrose spread and packed with Black Forest Ham, Oven Roasted Turkey, Thick Cut Bacon and melted White American Cheese and topped with house slaw (lettuce, red onions, pepperoncini tossed in Melrose spread) and tomato These 2 sandwiches are excellent and the Dutch Crunch Bread is the topping of the cake. read more

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I love this sandwich shop. Great consistent quality with a reasonable price point. Good indicator for a thriving business is, Employees that actually seem happy. Personalized customer service - which is much appreciated. Amongst all the options in Grand Central, if you're looking for something tasty, hop on up to the counter & grab yourself a yummy Sando. Special shout out to Iliana & Alma. Thank you. read more

Everyone knows a pool day calls for sandwiches! I ordered a club sandwich and while it was tasty, one side of the sandwich was soggy!! I've had ghost sandwiches before albeit from the Fairfax location but those sandwiches came delivered perfect. We ordered from the DTLA shop as we were just around the corner so I figured the sandwiches would be extra good because we are so close there's not a chance it would get soggy that fast. Well I was wrong lol. Idk if it was due to the store or the delivery person. Soggy sandwiches are never it but we did our best and ate around the soggy parts. Love the Dutch crunch bread! read more

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Love this place during lunch hour. Really appreciate employee Chuy's customer service and kindness during our lunch break here.

I study nearby and come here for lunch all the time. Their sandwiches taste great and don't feel heavy or greasy. Definitely one of my go-to spots. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Large side Sandi - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Made it out to GCM and knew I had to finally give Ghost Sando a shot. I ordered the firebird sub with regular Turkey and it did not disappoint. Everything was well made and delicious. But I do want to note the subs on the higher end, I paid nearly $40 for two subs and 1 bag of chips. I do wish the chipotle sauce was a bit more spicy but it was still a great bite. My friend ordered the pastrami mami and that was equally as delicious. The service was great, your standard sandwich counter. GCM is always bustling but there's tables both inside and out but we took our subs to go. read more

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Been here before, was great so decided I'll eat here again. Then they totally jipped me on the meat today. $20 for basically bread. Who ever was on the assembly line is keeping costs low for the company but not keeping up the customer satisfaction #fired read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Not a lot of meat - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was at Grand Central Market in Downtown LA originally planning to stop at Villas Tacos, but the line was insanely long that day... My partner suggested Ghost Sando since he's been there plenty of times before, and I'm so glad we switched it up because it was my first time trying it. The cashier was nice and friendly right from the start, which always makes a difference, especially in a busy market setting. Even with the crowds, the service felt welcoming and efficient. My partner usually gets the tuna and swears by it, but I decided to try the pastrami... and wow. It was so delicious. The pastrami was flavorful and tender, the bread was fresh and perfectly toasted, and everything was balanced so well. Every bite was satisfying without feeling overly heavy. Even with how packed the market was, the food came out fresh and hot. You can definitely see why this is a regular go to for people. I'll absolutely be back next time I'm in Downtown LA and craving a sand which! read more

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The Melrose is awesome, and the bread is to die for! I would like to try the Ruben's Cousin next...can't wait to go back.

As an avid sandwich lover and someone who spends way to much time at the Grand Central Market, it was finally time to have my first sandwich from Ghost Sando Shop. This shop is located right in the first aisle and thanks to it's bright paint job and cool aesthetic, this place is pretty hard to miss. The menu here has consists of both breakfast and lunch, offering three sandwich sizes, as well as a pretty solid selection for both meal times. Even though it was hard to decide, I finally pulled the trigger on the "Kickin' Chicken" and a pineapple passionfruit drink to help wash it down. There were four of us and the food didn't take too long to come out, but thanks to this place being packed it can be pretty difficult to find a place to sit down sometimes. The pineapple passionfruit drink was absolutely delicious! It was super fruity, cold, and as refreshing as a drink could be. The Kickin' Chicken sandwich was a pretty decent size considering I ordered the smallest one, but packed some dang good flavour for the chicken which also had whatever the blast spread is, chipotle adobo spread, melted mozzarella, cheddar cheese, lettuce, pickled jalapeno, toato, white onion, and some of the best bread I've had with a sandwich in a long time. IT WAS SO GOOD! Overall, Ghost Sando Shop is the premier sandwich place in Los Angeles and I totally get why now. Quick service, solid prices, and amazing food is going to bring me back here many more times! read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Kickin' Chicken and a Pineapple Passionfruit! - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I got the Melrose -- it was a pretty hefty, warm sandwich. I only managed to finish half and saved the rest for dinner! read more

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Got the highly recommended club cold sandwich. This sandwich didn't blow me away initially but I left impressed! A solid understated sandwich that I can't see myself getting sick of! Will be back read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We got a tornado hot sandwich and a firebird cold sandwich. Both sandwiches come on Dutch crunch. The tornado had a sweet and zesty flavor while the firebird was more savory and packed a good amount of heat. They were both good and quite filling. I'd definitely try other flavors the next time. Perhaps one of the Italian style ones. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Tornado and firebird - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This sandwich was amazing, the bread is the star of the show. The bread was crispy on the outside and soft in the middle. The filling is slightly spicy but all the flavors go so well together. Got a large, but it could easily be split between two people. Service was fast. Would come back! read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Kicken' Chicken - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I went here around noon on a Sunday. I ended up eating here because the lines at a lot of the other food places were too long, and the descriptions on the sandwiches were appealing. The service here was friendly and quick, no complaints there. I ordered their Ruben's Cousin sandwich, and found it to be a remarkably poor quality spin on the Reuben. I wish I could just say it was a recipe or flavor I didn't like, but it was really the quality of the pastrami itself that dragged down the whole show. The pastrami was extremely dry and flavorless, which was a significant problem considering a full third of the sandwich was just pastrami. I've had better pastrami from grocery store generics. The bread itself was pretty uninteresting, and I'm not sure why so many other folks on here rave about it with the nearly identical "crunchy outside, soft inside" marketing phrase. It felt very gimmicky to me: the crunchy bits outside didn't really outstrip the lack of flavor or texture inside. The toppings were like 70% pickle, and the pickles were pretty unremarkable. If there was supposed to be cheese on my sandwich, my taste buds could not detect it. All in all, I came here to report that this sandwich was pretty bad for a $16 sandwich. Given the low ingredient quality I saw, I am not inclined to give this place another try. Also, having seen the near-identical phrasing on a lot of the other reviews, I'd also like to suggest the possibility that this place might be astroturfing a lot of their social media review scores, including their Yelp review scores. read more

So I said today is the day I'm gonna call-in this mofo in and pick up on opening, when only half of the Grand Central Market is full (Its the 11am brunch crowd in full effect to avoid paying for 2 meals you can't hide from me fools.) Few pros and cons about the "Pastrami Mami" Pros: Ordered "Large" and its packed with meat and everything else. Lots of toppings. The pastrami is nice and thin, easy to chew, and not like some places that serve leather saddle-like thickness. Dutch Crunch bread always a fave. Cons: Although packed good, there's not much to make it a signature sandwich IMO. Which leads to my next con: Price: Paid almost 20 bucks for a sandwich I can get a comparable portion, filling, and taste for around 5 bucks less at Ike's. Pre-packaged bread...I know said love the Dutch crunch, but it makes such a HUGE difference to have freshly baked bread on site. I don't like seeing rolls wrapped in plastic, but that's just me. (I know unrealistic for each place to have freshly made bread, but after trying Bread Head in Manhattan Beach, think I'm spoiled for life.) 3.5 stars rounding up to 4 for something I prob wont be back for just for the sake of convenience and similarity to Ike's which is a lot closer, and is always ready when ordered on app, plus a 5 spot cheaper, by no means bad. Would eat again in a heartbeat if closer and easier to access. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Pastrami Mami... solid if unspectacular. Well packed tho - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Definitely a nice selection of subs. They are a chain, albeit, a small one. So if you do the "Chain" sandwich thing, check them out! read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Grand Central Market. Sando time - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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solid sandwich choice any day. opt for at least the 1.5x meat and they will load ur sandwich up dutch crunch bread is the perfect complement to the soft and warm meats. staff was friendly and keep in mind this place gets busy with many online orders. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

After wandering all around Grand Central Market looking for lunch options, I decided on Ghost Sando Shop because I can't resist a good sandwich. Every single one of their subs sounded phenomenal but I'm a sucker for an Italian sub, so I ordered a large Uncle Nikki: Dutch Crunch sub roll, mayo, genoa salami, pepperoni, capicola and provolone, topped with lettuce, tomato, red onion, pepperoncini, drizzled with house made Italian dressing and Italian herbs. In terms of an Italian sandwich, does it have the most impressive array of meats? No, just salami, pepperoni, and capicola. I liked the shredded lettuce because it held the homemade Italian dressing very well. Normally I wouldn't think of putting mayo on an Italian sandwich but this actually gave it a very creamy texture and complimented the meats. The sub roll was one of the best features: a crunchy outer shell with a warm fluffy inside. At $16 for a large, the price wasn't terrible and it was enough to fill me up for lunch. With so many other incredible sounding subs, Ghost Sando Shop is a place I plan to visit again. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - A large Uncle Nikki - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very good effort from Ghost. Service was a bit slow, but the crew was working hard the whole time, so I didn't mind. The only thing keeping this from an elusive fifth star was that the meat was a bit cold in the middle. Cold sandwich, I get it. But when the rest is warmish or room temperature, a solid bit of cold meat in the center is not ideal. But despite this, an excellent sandwich that I'd go back for. Pro tip: eat the sandwich upside down. Your rounds will thank you when it tastes the sweet top of that hoagie. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Firebird, no tomato, no pickle - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Was in the area for a conference and stopped by GCM and Ghost Sando for lunch! Ordered the Firebird sandwich which comes on a Dutch crunch bread, similar to that of Ike's. Size options are L, XL, XXL, and an XL was enough to split for 2 people and came out to ~$20. The sandwich was well-constructed and a bit too large to physically fit into my mouth, but that's a good problem to have. The BLAST sauce had a good level of spice. Service was quick. Between this and Ike's, I'd probably stick with the latter because of prices, but this is a great option to return to if I were in the area again! read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Firebird - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I really wanted to try their breakfast sandwich but my coworkers and I came during lunch so I got the tuna and it was good! That Dutch crunch bread was the star for me. Big sandwich too, full of tuna and veggies. I could have easily saved half but I didn't lol. A little pricey ($20 for the sandwich and chips) but I wasn't surprised considering the economy these days and the location in grand central market. Great service and fast overall. read more

Ghost Sando Shop - Tuna - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

my favorite sandwich spot in downtown. huge fan of the dutch crunch bread and this place knows how to do it! i highly recommend ordering online for pick up during peak lunch times (11:30am-12:30pm) or you might end up waiting 30 minutes for a sandwich! read more

This ghost sando shop at grand central market is great! The dutch crunch bread is perfect and it was made very quickly. Im looking forward to visiting more ghost sando shops in the future! read more

I am the biggest sucker for a dutch crunch deli sandwich with a side of chips. I love a sandwich shop and ghost has been added to the list. flavor was amazing. love love love. service was quite quick and friendly. grand central market location so it was a little difficult to find at first if you're not used to the layout. either way, you'll catch me here again read more

Ghost Sando Shop - santa monica - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California