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When I first tried Irving Subs (years ago!), I got the November sandwich on Dutch crunch and recall liking it - well-portioned for the cost, sweet/savory combo (sliced turkey, cranberry sauce, white cheddar, thick cut bacon). Back then, there were sliced cucumbers in the sandwich. I finally returned again recently and tried the Giants sandwich (turkey, cheddar, thick cut bacon, avocado) and Goodfellas (salami, mild coppa, prosciutto, provolone, pesto sauce). The Goodfellas was a bit too salty with the meats + pesto sauce. I think more lettuce/tomatoes/red onions and slightly less meats would've helped balance it out better. I had requested extra red onions, but it looked like the same amount as the other sandwich we got with no extra onions. Also was not a big fan of their pesto. We both preferred the Giants, which was relatively more balanced, but it was still not a very exciting sandwich. The primary flavor was salt, with only a few bites of sourness from the pickles, yet it also gave the overall impression of blandness. The house garlicky mayo didn't have any noticeable garlicky-ness. I also couldn't taste any of the brown mustard or house vinaigrette. The Dutch crunch bread was quite dry and both thin and dense. It looked so good in the pics since it's so stacked with colorful ingredients, but it did not pull through in terms of flavor. Halfway through I was just eating it to fill my belly with sustenance rather than enjoying it (though I didn't hate it either). Prices still seem pretty reasonable for the portion size; that would probably be the main draw for me if I ever return again. Maybe I will give the November sandwich one more shot next time.
Ordered the Nearly Reuben on sliced sourdough, toasted, with house garlicky mayo and brown mustard on DoorDash. Double pastrami, horseradish, havarti, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, and pepperoncini. A lot going on, and it all came together. The horseradish and havarti gave it enough personality to stand apart from a standard pastrami sandwich, and the garlicky mayo tied everything together. The one casualty of DoorDash was sogginess by the time it arrived. That's not a knock on the sandwich, it's just the reality of ordering something like this for delivery. At $14.50 it's a hearty sandwich at a fair price. I'd recommend it, but eat in.
Went to Irving Subs around 2pm on 9/21/2026. I ordered ahead, and it was ready when I got there. I got ham and mortadella, everything on it. It was absolutely delicious. The bread was just a tad crisp and delicious. I had the other half the next day, and it was still just as good.
This is probably the only place where the sandwiches don't taste like the store's essence. I mean, don't get me wrong, a store's essence from any given deli/liquor store definitely adds unique character to the sandwich and sometimes I want that in a sandwich. But when you want a sandwich that only tastes like its ingredients, Irving Subs is the spot. Their Dutch crunch is famous for being fresh and actually crunchy. Their lettuce is shredded but fresh and crispy. The salt content is just enough to bring out the flavors. And the overall composition of their sandwiches are very well proportioned. You're not getting skimped, but you're also not biting into a mouthful of a packet of deli meat. They definitely know what they are doing. Service is good and ambiance is a small humble shop on the corner of 12th Ave.
I ordered "The Giant" on Uber Eats on a Sunday afternoon around 12:40 p.m. and the wait for the sandwich was an estimated 45 minutes. Oftentimes the estimate in the app is not particularly accurate, so I went ahead and placed my order, expecting that it would be ready in 10 minutes or so. When I arrived at Irving Subs for pick-up, I immediately realized I should have trusted the estimate provided in app: there were cars doubled parked everywhere next to the restaurant, as well as a crowd of people waiting on the sidewalk for their sandwiches. Ultimately, the sandwich took exactly one hour to prepare. To be blunt, if you're in a rush, I would absolutely go elsewhere or order far, far, far in advance. "The Giant" sandwich I ordered included turkey, cheddar, thick cut bacon, and avocado on top of the standard toppings of lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, pepperoncinis, salt & pepper, house vinaigrette, mustard and mayo. Although the sub is not the longest and largest sub out there, it is stacked generously. Unlike pastrami spots that often create unbalanced monstrosities that are only stacked with meats and nothing else, the sandwich I had was perfectly balanced. Across the board, the ingredients were fresh and high quality: I loved the freshness of the Dutch crunch roll -- honestly one of the best I've had in recent memory, the creamy avocado had nice chunks in it for added texture, the crispy bacon was not-oily, and the pepperoncinis rounded out the sandwich with a nice brininess and spice. Each bite had just the right amount of moistness to it, without being overly messy. Five star sandwich, but minus one star for the extremely long wait times.
I loves me pretty much anything on a fresh Dutch crunch roll, and they definitely provide a number of options at this modest sammie shop in the Inner Sunset. But sometimes I have those days when I pinch my gut and feel the need to curb my carb intake. No problem here as they have a tortilla wrap option. I must've been feeling real guilty because I ordered the $9.95 Loaded Veggie in a Tortilla Wrap. It was generously stuffed with avocado slices, shredded lettuce, cucumber slices, peperoncini, and roasted red peppers. Their house vinaigrette and garlicky mayo actually made it surprisingly satisfying for a self-induced mandate of guilt reduction (Photo 9). I was going to walk over to Golden Gate Park and find a random bench to devour my veggie sandwich. However, it turned out they have a dining room two doors down from the shop. It was well stocked with a big screen TV for sports viewing, a variety of toys for the kiddies, and a restroom. How convenient, and they make the space available as a private event rental. FOOD - 5 stars...really well-turned veggie wrap and it's big enough to satisfy AMBIANCE - 5 stars...the unexpected extra room is a definite plus SERVICE - 4 stars...quick and efficient TOTAL - 5 stars...a tasty reduced guilt veggie wrap is nothing to take for granted RELATED - Exploring the Sunset? Here's a collection of places l've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/02wYmHE0BT
I was in the area due to hubby having surgery. I walked from the hospital and decided to drop in. The layout is pretty much a small counter with wifi sitting area. My sandwich was fresh and I was given a choice to have my bread roasted. I really liked that there is an actual room just doors down with a ping pong table and activity area for children. The customer service was good and parking can be hard.
I haven't been out for a sub sandwich in sometime. My last couple of disappointments were Panera and Jersey Mike's. TODAY however a cloud has lifted because I just snarked down this absolute amazing sandwich loaded with delectable fresh ingredients and one of the best pickled Jardinière's I've eaten in a long time. I vote best sandwich in San Francisco
In the city and decided to drop by this spot off a friend's recommendation and it did not disappoint. Friendly staff and highly recommend to order online as it can get busy on a weekend afternoon. Pictured: the Masonic -- a grilled chicken breast sandwich with their signature house garlicky mayo and the usual sandwich toppings. There are many ways to customize as you please. The sandwich was extremely fresh and flavorful but the star was the Dutch crunch bread. Definitely one of the best I've tried and just elevated the sandwich as a whole. 10/10 might have to grab two next time I'm in the city!
Great subs, good prices. Would definitely come back again. Ordered the "ten for ten" deal aka turkey, ham, cheese, lettuce and mayo for $10. Great portions for the price. Took this sandwich all the way through a hike, and it stayed crispy. Would definitely come back and try the other sandwiches on the menu.
I was in the sunset area recently to run some errands and was looking for place to grab a wick dinner. Came across Irving Subs. I ordered the Giants sandwich and the Nearly Reuben. The ingredients tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and the flavors hit the spot without feeling overly heavy. One thing that really stands out is the value. The pricing is great for what you get, especially considering the portion size and quality. It feels like a place you can come back to regularly without thinking twice. The setup is a bit unique. The seating area is actually located a couple doors down, and it can even be rented out for private parties, which is a nice touch if you are planning something casual with a group.
Best sandwich in the area!! They pack their sandwiches tightly and they don't skimp on the fillings. All the flavors go together so well, and I especially love their garlic mayo + DUTCH CRUNCH! I'm happy the bread stayed crunchy, even after an hour when I ate it. They can get pretty busy on the weekends, so be prepared to wait around 20 minutes. I appreciate the wonderful service despite being busy.
15 days ago
I was in SF and craving a sandwich, good reviews so figured I'd try. Not sure if it was an off day, but today's experience is a generous 3 stars. Ordered 2 sandwiches with nobody in line, waited 40 minutes to get them. Looks like this place is swamped with DoorDash orders and the employees, although friendly, weren't moving fast. Now, let's talk sandwiches. First off, they are very reasonably priced for a large sandwich. They were PACKED with ingredients - very generous on the meat. Sandwich bread was a bit stale and sandwich lacked flavor - I don't think they use enough condiments. Based on today's experience, I would skip and go to the yellow submarine or another local sandwich shop. read more
I went here on a Thursday around 5:54pm for a quick and early dinner to go and there was no wait! I ordered the TABLT and a Potato Salad. I loved how the Potato Salad had thick cubes of potato in it, since that gave it a nice bite without it being too mushy. The TABLT sandwich was also really good too! The sandwich was thick and has lots of meat in it. For the sandwiches, they also let you choose what bread you want it on and I chose Dutch Crunch which went well with it. The sandwich was very filling too, so I ended up only eating half of it. I'd recommend this place! I like how stuffed they make their sandwiches, but I've only tried one sandwich from them so far so I'll need to try more later. read more
1 month ago
When I first tried Irving Subs (years ago!), I got the November sandwich on Dutch crunch and recall liking it - well-portioned for the cost, sweet/savory combo (sliced turkey, cranberry sauce, white cheddar, thick cut bacon). Back then, there were sliced cucumbers in the sandwich. I finally returned again recently and tried the Giants sandwich (turkey, cheddar, thick cut bacon, avocado) and Goodfellas (salami, mild coppa, prosciutto, provolone, pesto sauce). The Goodfellas was a bit too salty with the meats + pesto sauce. I think more lettuce/tomatoes/red onions and slightly less meats would've helped balance it out better. I had requested extra red onions, but it looked like the same amount as the other sandwich we got with no extra onions. Also was not a big fan of their pesto. We both preferred the Giants, which was relatively more balanced, but it was still not a very exciting sandwich. The primary flavor was salt, with only a few bites of sourness from the pickles, yet it also gave the overall impression of blandness. The house garlicky mayo didn't have any noticeable garlicky-ness. I also couldn't taste any of the brown mustard or house vinaigrette. The Dutch crunch bread was quite dry and both thin and dense. It looked so good in the pics since it's so stacked with colorful ingredients, but it did not pull through in terms of flavor. Halfway through I was just eating it to fill my belly with sustenance rather than enjoying it (though I didn't hate it either). Prices still seem pretty reasonable for the portion size; that would probably be the main draw for me if I ever return again. Maybe I will give the November sandwich one more shot next time. read more
Ordered the Nearly Reuben on sliced sourdough, toasted, with house garlicky mayo and brown mustard on DoorDash. Double pastrami, horseradish, havarti, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, and pepperoncini. A lot going on, and it all came together. The horseradish and havarti gave it enough personality to stand apart from a standard pastrami sandwich, and the garlicky mayo tied everything together. The one casualty of DoorDash was sogginess by the time it arrived. That's not a knock on the sandwich, it's just the reality of ordering something like this for delivery. At $14.50 it's a hearty sandwich at a fair price. I'd recommend it, but eat in. read more
8 days ago
Went to Irving Subs around 2pm on 9/21/2026. I ordered ahead, and it was ready when I got there. I got ham and mortadella, everything on it. It was absolutely delicious. The bread was just a tad crisp and delicious. I had the other half the next day, and it was still just as good. read more
4 months ago
This is probably the only place where the sandwiches don't taste like the store's essence. I mean, don't get me wrong, a store's essence from any given deli/liquor store definitely adds unique character to the sandwich and sometimes I want that in a sandwich. But when you want a sandwich that only tastes like its ingredients, Irving Subs is the spot. Their Dutch crunch is famous for being fresh and actually crunchy. Their lettuce is shredded but fresh and crispy. The salt content is just enough to bring out the flavors. And the overall composition of their sandwiches are very well proportioned. You're not getting skimped, but you're also not biting into a mouthful of a packet of deli meat. They definitely know what they are doing. Service is good and ambiance is a small humble shop on the corner of 12th Ave. read more
I ordered "The Giant" on Uber Eats on a Sunday afternoon around 12:40 p.m. and the wait for the sandwich was an estimated 45 minutes. Oftentimes the estimate in the app is not particularly accurate, so I went ahead and placed my order, expecting that it would be ready in 10 minutes or so. When I arrived at Irving Subs for pick-up, I immediately realized I should have trusted the estimate provided in app: there were cars doubled parked everywhere next to the restaurant, as well as a crowd of people waiting on the sidewalk for their sandwiches. Ultimately, the sandwich took exactly one hour to prepare. To be blunt, if you're in a rush, I would absolutely go elsewhere or order far, far, far in advance. "The Giant" sandwich I ordered included turkey, cheddar, thick cut bacon, and avocado on top of the standard toppings of lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, pepperoncinis, salt & pepper, house vinaigrette, mustard and mayo. Although the sub is not the longest and largest sub out there, it is stacked generously. Unlike pastrami spots that often create unbalanced monstrosities that are only stacked with meats and nothing else, the sandwich I had was perfectly balanced. Across the board, the ingredients were fresh and high quality: I loved the freshness of the Dutch crunch roll -- honestly one of the best I've had in recent memory, the creamy avocado had nice chunks in it for added texture, the crispy bacon was not-oily, and the pepperoncinis rounded out the sandwich with a nice brininess and spice. Each bite had just the right amount of moistness to it, without being overly messy. Five star sandwich, but minus one star for the extremely long wait times. read more
I loves me pretty much anything on a fresh Dutch crunch roll, and they definitely provide a number of options at this modest sammie shop in the Inner Sunset. But sometimes I have those days when I pinch my gut and feel the need to curb my carb intake. No problem here as they have a tortilla wrap option. I must've been feeling real guilty because I ordered the $9.95 Loaded Veggie in a Tortilla Wrap. It was generously stuffed with avocado slices, shredded lettuce, cucumber slices, peperoncini, and roasted red peppers. Their house vinaigrette and garlicky mayo actually made it surprisingly satisfying for a self-induced mandate of guilt reduction (Photo 9). I was going to walk over to Golden Gate Park and find a random bench to devour my veggie sandwich. However, it turned out they have a dining room two doors down from the shop. It was well stocked with a big screen TV for sports viewing, a variety of toys for the kiddies, and a restroom. How convenient, and they make the space available as a private event rental. FOOD - 5 stars...really well-turned veggie wrap and it's big enough to satisfy AMBIANCE - 5 stars...the unexpected extra room is a definite plus SERVICE - 4 stars...quick and efficient TOTAL - 5 stars...a tasty reduced guilt veggie wrap is nothing to take for granted RELATED - Exploring the Sunset? Here's a collection of places l've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/02wYmHE0BT read more
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6 months ago
I was in the area due to hubby having surgery. I walked from the hospital and decided to drop in. The layout is pretty much a small counter with wifi sitting area. My sandwich was fresh and I was given a choice to have my bread roasted. I really liked that there is an actual room just doors down with a ping pong table and activity area for children. The customer service was good and parking can be hard. read more
I haven't been out for a sub sandwich in sometime. My last couple of disappointments were Panera and Jersey Mike's. TODAY however a cloud has lifted because I just snarked down this absolute amazing sandwich loaded with delectable fresh ingredients and one of the best pickled Jardinière's I've eaten in a long time. I vote best sandwich in San Francisco read more
In the city and decided to drop by this spot off a friend's recommendation and it did not disappoint. Friendly staff and highly recommend to order online as it can get busy on a weekend afternoon. Pictured: the Masonic -- a grilled chicken breast sandwich with their signature house garlicky mayo and the usual sandwich toppings. There are many ways to customize as you please. The sandwich was extremely fresh and flavorful but the star was the Dutch crunch bread. Definitely one of the best I've tried and just elevated the sandwich as a whole. 10/10 might have to grab two next time I'm in the city! read more
22 days ago
Great subs, good prices. Would definitely come back again. Ordered the "ten for ten" deal aka turkey, ham, cheese, lettuce and mayo for $10. Great portions for the price. Took this sandwich all the way through a hike, and it stayed crispy. Would definitely come back and try the other sandwiches on the menu. read more
2 months ago
Mr. Happy and The Giants sub we're delicious!! My favorite was the Giants sub. Will come back again!(: read more
6 months ago
I was in the sunset area recently to run some errands and was looking for place to grab a wick dinner. Came across Irving Subs. I ordered the Giants sandwich and the Nearly Reuben. The ingredients tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and the flavors hit the spot without feeling overly heavy. One thing that really stands out is the value. The pricing is great for what you get, especially considering the portion size and quality. It feels like a place you can come back to regularly without thinking twice. The setup is a bit unique. The seating area is actually located a couple doors down, and it can even be rented out for private parties, which is a nice touch if you are planning something casual with a group. read more
Best sandwich in the area!! They pack their sandwiches tightly and they don't skimp on the fillings. All the flavors go together so well, and I especially love their garlic mayo + DUTCH CRUNCH! I'm happy the bread stayed crunchy, even after an hour when I ate it. They can get pretty busy on the weekends, so be prepared to wait around 20 minutes. I appreciate the wonderful service despite being busy. read more
3 months ago
It's been at least a decade since I've eaten Dutch crunch bread. I used to enjoy thick slices of it as a kid, and it was always a treat since I didn't get it very often, and it outshines a classic French loaf. As I got caught up with life, I nearly forgot about it until I moved to San Francisco last year and read an article by the SF Gate that claimed Dutch crunch is a regional specialty in Northern California. It suddenly made sense to me why I'd never seen it anywhere else. After reading the article, I eagerly looked up where I could find Dutch crunch bread in the city. I bookmarked a few spots to try but then again got busy. Now, finally, over the long weekend, I went on a foodie crawl along Irving and adjacent streets and spontaneously stopped in to order a sandwich to-go here. I really like how Irving Subs offers several vegan and vegetarian options. This was the top spot I wanted to try because of that reason. Sandwiches can be kind of heavy since they're loaded with ingredients, so I like to get mine with meat alternatives and lots of veggies. I ordered the soy spicy sandwich on a toasted Dutch crunch roll, and it was ready for pick-up at the takeout window bit later. When I got home, I quickly devoured half of it. It was so delicious! The tofu was nice and firm, and the bread was fresh and dense just the way I like it. I'm happy I found a great spot that combines a childhood treat I knew and loved with healthy ingredients that suit my current lifestyle. read more
7 months ago
1 month ago
this was such a euphoric experience. the dutch crunch bread was insane. i am actively missing this sandwich as i type this. i will be back read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
Have been trying new sandwich spots and Irving Subs definitely has a lot of hype. Got the dutch crunch with house garlicky mayo, turkey, bacon, avocado and pesto sauce. Sandwich was a bit smaller than expected compared to other spots I've been to, but still a good size (def will fill you up). Flavor wise, it was a bit average -- didn't really excite me or anything but it wasn't bad. Maybe one of their signature sandwiches would have been a better pick. read more
These sandwiches were bomb! Both were nicely loaded up with meat. Love that the bacon is thick cut and perfectly crisp. The pesto on the Goodfellas was very subtle, I expected a little more but it was still super tasty. The meats and veggies all tasted so fresh. The bread of both sandwiches was great too! Great texture and filling to bread ratio. They also have a cool space next door where you can sit down to eat, watch a game on the tv, and even play some games like ping pong or board games. Would definitely recommend Irving Subs! read more
Small shop, big taste! I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon and there was quite the foot traffic ranging from online pickup orders to in-person orders. Service was fast, limited seating indoors and a bench right outside; definitely more of a grab and go kind of place. I ordered a "custom" sandwich, pastrami on sliced sourdough with havarti cheese and all their veggies, toasted. 10/10 for this! Portions were perfect and their house sauce was just amazing. Highly recommend this spot! read more
9 months ago
Despite coming in 10 minutes before close, the sandwhich artist was extremely kind and quickly created the biggest, yummiest vegan sandwhich ever. They also had a welcoming dinner area with games that provided a great vibe! read more
2 years ago
11 months ago
11 months ago
Good sandwiches, but slow service. I placed a pickup order via DoorDash for a chicken melt. When browsing on DoorDash, it originally said 18 minutes for pickup when I was browsing, though that changed to 25 minutes after placing the order. That was no big deal, but when I arrived at the store a few minutes after the estimated pickup time, they said it would be another 5 minutes. After another 5 minutes, I checked in again, but they said they were still working on it. I ended up waiting another 10 minutes, which meant it took almost 50 minutes from the time I placed my order until my sandwich was ready for pickup, which seems like a long time. I should also mention that I placed my order around 1:10 PM on a weekday, which I thought would be after the main lunch rush. I want to cut them some slack given that they are a small operation and they also appeared to be filling a catering order, but I wish they quoted more accurate wait times. The sandwich itself was good - generous portion size and packed with fillings. I wish the cheese was slightly more melted, but that's a personal preference. The sandwiches are a pretty good value for the money (especially with a discount DoorDash was offering on certain sandwiches), but I'm not sure if I would wait this long again. read more
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1 year ago
delicious sandwich spot south of GGP! we ordered on a sunday around 1PM & waited ~20min for our sandwiches. we ordered: 1. the Giants (4.5/5) on dutch crunch 2. the Irving (4/5) on dutch crunch we picnicked with these in the park (a 10min walk away) but next time wanna try out the Irving Subs indoor dining space that's one door down from the storefront ٩(・ ・)و read more
1 year ago
Finally a sub spot that reminds me of the hoagies on the east coast! I loved the Godfather sandwich they had... Was perfect. I ordered from Door Dash when I was at work. I can't wait to have the team try this place! Great sandwich! read more
7 months ago
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