My husband and I found Meat and Bread on IG. What caught our eye was the fact that they serve Porchetta and the concept of this place is all the way from Canada! Porchetta in general isn't a common item because of the work and skill it takes to create! Porchetta is a boneless pork roast wrapped in fat and skin and stuffed with herbs and spices, their "salsa verde"! We of course tried the porchetta which is loaded with meat, the crispy pork skin "cracklin" and sandwiched inside the perfect bread that has a slight crunch on the outside while also staying soft and fluffy on the inside! Don't sleep on the grilled cheese either!!! Tip is to add some meatballs to it... LEGIT!!!! PLUS even their kale salad was amazing and the incredible pork banh mi that was packed with so much flavor!!! All the sauces and creations are made in house and are loaded with flavor!! Wow... Such a create location and atmosphere to enjoy some bomb ass sandwiches, have some beer or wine if you want and enjoy the atmosphere! Highly recommend checking them out! Pro tip is to get there early before that Porchetta sells out!!! read more

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This place is a hidden gem. It's nestled downtown, and they have both indoor and outdoor seating available. It was pretty easy to find street parking in the area. Griffin recommended the Porchetta and said it was their signature. It did not disappoint, I did a deep dive on Reddit and saw several called it the best sandwich in Austin. Honestly, is there anything better than a really solid sandwich with high-quality ingredients? Perfect spot to grab a quick, delicious lunch. Will definitely be back! read more

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All I can say is wow about meat and bread. The sandwich was fabulous. The bread was crispy on the outside and soft in the middle. I could have been happy with just the bread but add the pork, the crispy pork skin and all the other ingredients and you have a truly amazing finger licking good sandwich. They offer a traditional yellow mustard and then their own homemade mustard on the side. What a combination. Do not miss out on this amazing place!!! Staff was friendly and we were able to sit outside and enjoy the weather. My only regret is that I shared the sandwich instead of getting my own. read more

Meat & Bread - Porchetta - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

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BOMB sandwich! One of the best sandwiches I have had in ATX. My wife, and I were looking for a good sandwich spot in ATX, and I think we may have found it. The staff was extremely generous, it seems like they really care about the product they provide to their customers. My wife wanted to get a salad, but the owner? Made a comment that they weren't happy with the kale and didn't feel great about selling her a salad. We appreciate the suggestion! We both ended up getting the porchetta, and my oh my, despite looking like a smaller sandwich it packed plenty of flavor and honestly was just enough. The pork was extremely flavorful, and juicy. The bread was crispy, and not too hard. And well this is an awesome sandwich that I will definitely be back to try some of their others. Really glad I found this place! read more

Had to come here before hopping on plane back home due to reviews Had the Porchetta sandwich Fantastic...! Bread fresh baked Great friendly staff Spot on with what I had hoped for Will be back when back in town read more

Meat & Bread - Porchetta Sandwich da'bomb..!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

Just WOW! I saw this establishment recommended on Instagram by 512Bites, and had to try it! I went with the recommendations and ordered the Porchetta Sandwich & the Tomato soup. Both were amazing!!! I can't wait to go back & try some other items! My only complaint is parking. There is ZERO parking on the cul-de-sac where it's located. I ended up calling in my order, then double parking with my blinkers on to run in & get it. There are some lots across the street, and some street parking further up. This one was tough for me due to a mobility issue. read more

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Now I understand why this place has 5 stars! The owners and employees are all so friendly. I've had porchetta before at Eataly in Chicago, but this place is so much better. The bread it comes on is all the things a bread bread should be - warm, nice crust, and soft on the inside. The porchetta is juicy, flavorful, and I love when you bite into the crispy skin pieces. We also had the meatball sandwich and for someone who doesn't care for meatballs, it was delicious! Has a nice little kick to it (not spicy). Both sandwiches came with 2 sauces, mustard and sambal I think and both delicious! They do have some seating inside and in front. Parking isn't great so I would recommend parking in the Seaholm garage by Trader Joe's and it's a 5 min walk :) read more

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Wonderful first experience t Meat & Bread! Ernie was really friendly and the Porchetta sandwich was fantastic! Turns out this is a Vancouver-based restaurant and this is their only location in the US. The menu includes sandwiches including Porchetta ($13.50), Meatball ($12.50), Buffalo Chicken ($12.50), Peppercorn Beef ($13.50), and Grilled Cheese ($7). They also offer a range of sides including sandwich dips ($1.50), Soup ($5), Salads ($5-$9.50), potato chips ($2.50), and drinks. Drinks include beer ($7), cider ($7), wine (by the glass, $10), soda ($3), and kombucha ($6). Located in Market District near Downtown, next to Trifecta and across from Hestia, Kalimotxo, and Intelligentsia Coffee. read more

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The menu is small and the prices are higher end but once you're inside for 2 minutes you realize why. Everything is handmade, including the mustard and sambal that comes with every order! I got the porchetta sandwich which is the special and it was SO good! The owner was in when I went and he made sure to come out from behind the counter and make sure everyone eating had enough napkins, etc. I've already recommended many friends to go try it! read more

Meat & Bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place was delicious for a lunch stop. The Porchetta and Meatball sandwich were amazing. The services was great as well. Told them this was our first time and suggested these two. They didn't let us down. It's not a big sandwich but a good size for a small lunch. The location was nice and didn't feel crowded or overwhelming. read more

Meat & Bread - Porchetta and Meatball sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

I tried the buffalo chicken sandwich and it was 10/10. The tomato bisque was ok, not great. My friends had the porchetta sandwich and they gave it a 10/10. The bread is perfectly baked and the meat is super tender and full of flavor. read more

I hate looking for a parking but there was plenty on the other side of the building. I was greeted when I walked it. I went with the large salad with the porchetta. The food was tasty but kinda small. read more

Meat & Bread - Large salad porchetta with fried pork skin. - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

By far the BEST sandwiches I have ever had, not to mention some of the what food I've ever had! The bread is so fresh and perfectly chewy and the flavors are just out of this world. I'll be back over and over! read more

Food & service were amazing! Highly recommend the Italian Panino. Bread was soft & meat to veggie ratio was great. 10/10, I will be back. read more

Meat & Bread - Italian Panino - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Was looking for a quick bite on the way to the airport and found Meat & Bread on Yelp. The Porchetta sandwich was delicious! Who knew pork rinds could be so tasty in a sandwich. Would definitely go back. Yum! read more

This was the best sandwich I have ever had. Bread: fresh & crunchy Meat: flavorful & thick cut Sauce: heavenly Get the Italian Panino--the aioli combined with the freshest of meats sent me back. I literally didn't make it out of the parking lot before I got another one for my husband and I to share. MUST GO! The staff is friendly and quick and the store is clean. read more

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Just stop scrolling and go to Meat & bread! The reviews stand accurate, the people are a joy, and you won't regret it. read more

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My dad was visiting from out of town and was craving a Deli sandwich. We wanted something different and I found this place! The place has a nice space (indoor/outdoor) and awesome service. It was our first time and 2 staff members gave great recommendations on what to get! One less start only because the menu is really small but the food packs a great punch. I meant to take a photo before eating but couldn't help myself lol read more

Meat & Bread - Porchetta sandwich with Kale Ceasar salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food was very good. Service was good as well. Sitting outside is the way to go. The spicy sauce was delicious. read more

Meat & Bread - Grilled cheese with pork. - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I only took a bite of my friend's porchetta sandwich but I was very impressed. It was flavorful, not dry, and came with a good assortment of sauces to keep each bite interesting. I would happily come back for a full sandwich next time. read more

Meat & Bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

Had to try M&B when i came downtown for work and it surpassed expectations! Freshly baked bread, incredible porchetta cut right in front of me, sauce made to order and great service from the staff and owner. Will be back! read more

Meat & Bread - Porchetta - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

OMG! I never want to eat another sandwich again and honestly, think I could live a good life only eating this Porchetta Sandwich for every meal. What can I say...this is perfection. Crisp bread with flawless Porchetta that somehow manages to be greasy (as it should be) but does not make the bread soggy. And then you hit a bite of the cracklin' and that seals the deal. I guess I will have to try the others at some point but for now, me and their Porchetta sandwich are in a long term relationship. read more

I've got recommended this place by my sister on places to check out in Austin. It's a cute shop with a great patio. The service was excellent! The workers were friendly and knowledgeable on their menu. Porchetta sandwich is a must try. The Eggplant sandwich was good but had too much tomato sauce that made the entire sandwich mushy. It has a lot of spillage as well. You're able to tell they use quality ingredients even with those high prices. The size of the sandwich was small, I wished it was bigger. Not food related but the restroom water was scorching HOT! My boyfriend & I saw steam coming out of the water. We had to hurry into the nearest coffee shop to wash our hands properly haha. read more

Meat & Bread - Porchetta sandwich & Eggplant sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This is a head nodding place...no talking, just heads nodding because it's SO good!!!! Bread is fresh baked and just enough crunch where it has initial give of the crunch but no ripping of the roof of your mouth. IYKYK Just a few sandwiches, but they do it right. Porchetta was spot on and tender. The cracklings made a nice texture with the soft pork. Two sauces on the side, mustard and house made sambal! It's perfect for the grilled cheese, as the creaminess of the cheese worked well the spicy sambal. Pepper A definitely return place!! read more

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Had a really great experience the other day. My wife had chosen this place because we both love Porchetta. We're both from San Francisco, California and have had great food experiences throughout the city. One working near the Embarcadero It brings great fortune during lunchtime. Anyways I digress, what brought us to Meat & Bread was their location and their great reviews. Upon entering, you're greeted by friendly smiles, a nearby cooler and decent seating. They have indoor and outdoor table settings, which are great. Greeted by the owner behind the counter, who served us our porchetta sandwiches. He's got a great sense of humor and is very friendly. He told us about their processes how they cook it, a few things about their menu, items, etc. etc. He pointed out the ovens through the window where they cook these amazing rolls of meat. You have to try them. A plate of pork Cracklin's resting under the heat lamps. Those are the amazing little treats are for the inside the sandwich. I won't go into it but "they are toe curling". It felt like a gift coming here for lunch. We were tossed a freebie, which was a spicy meatball sandwich. That, too, was quite incredible. Full of flavor. I don't need to say more than we will be coming back as Ernie has set the standard. If you've ever been to Italy and miss eating Porchetta, we've been told that you can order one of these ahead of time for dinner parties, or patio/lawn parties. I strongly suggest that you do. read more

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We were visiting from out of town and on our last day before checking out of our hotel we stopped by Meat & Bread. We got to speak with Ernie, and he was one of the nicest and most personable people in the city! He was just the perfect amount of spirited and inquisitive, customer service 100/10. He was really passionate about the things on the menu, and gave excellent suggestions for not just Meat & Bread but other cool stuff in Austin. Ernie, you made our day. The meatball sandwich was awesome!!! They also have a house-made mustard that's absolutely fabulous. Will definitely make a point to stop in next time we visit Austin. read more

Meat & Bread - Meatball Sandwich! - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

Dang...some of the best sandwiches I've ever eaten. My son and I shared a porchetta sandwich and meatball sandwich - both were excellent. Loved the proteins, but the in-house baked bread stole the show. Crisp on the outside, but soft to the bite on the inside, it was the perfect vessel for all of their delicious meats and cheeses. It's run by a family - when we came in the mom and son were running the front while their daughter who was back in town ran the floor. So impressed with their family run business! If you need a change of pace from all the bbq and Tex Mex, Meat and Bread is a must! The next time I'm in Austin I will most definitely be stopping by to get my fix! read more

Great service even better sandwich. Probably the best sandwich I have ever eaten. 9.8/10 read more

Meat & Bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place does it right. A few select sandwich options and a master of them all. Texture of the sandos were perfect - great fresh bread, well cut meat and toppings, and delicious hot sauce and mustard on the side. Strongly recommend to first try the porchetta sandwich then branch out read more

Meat & Bread - Porchetta - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Talk about a top tier sandwich... In honor of our interns' last day in the office, we all showed up around 12:15 for a celebratory lunch. As soon as we walked in we were enthusiastically greeted by the owner Ernie (he's a cool guy- we appreciate Ernie, say hi to him) and his awesome, attentive staff. At the counter you can watch them prepare the meats and sandwiches right in front of you, quickly and with attention to detail. I mean they are literally in there, slicing the meat, SEASONING it, and then passing it down to be put atop the bread that is making its way out of the oven. That, my friends, is the foundation for a quality sandwich. *Note that we showed up right at lunchtime and they were already down to the last bits of the porchetta... need I say more??? Everyone at the office is still talking about how good everything was. I had the porchetta with a side of the truffle parmesan dip and I was at a loss for words. I love a good sando and have actively been on a mission to find my favorites in Austin. This easily takes the cake as most memorable. The bread was warm and crisp, the pork itself was juicy and perfectly seasoned, the salsa verde provided the perfect amount of acidity to counteract the fattiness of the pork, and the cracklings on top added the perfect bit of texture and crunch. Overall, it was every bit balanced and thought out. This sandwich easily holds its own, but the sauces that come alongside the sandwich and the additional dips you can order really amp up the flavor and allow you to make it "your own" (I recommend the truffle parmesan!!) So there. Stop wondering where you should get your next meal from today and RUN, dont walk, to get yourself one of these bangin' sandos. Thank me later. read more

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One of if not the best breakfast sandwich in Austin. Do yourself a favor and go try it out.

I have managed to make my whole office addicted to their buffalo chicken sandwich, so we order from Door Dash quite often. I'd love to try their other sandwiches, but why change what ain't broken. I'm not crazy about ranch, but their buttermilk ranch is to die for. Disclaimer: after having this sandwich for lunch, you'll be ready to go home and take a nap. read more

Food was outstanding, service is impeccable. Must go sandwich shop in downtown Austin!

Cute spot for lunch. Ordered the signature porchetta and the meatball grilled cheese. The sauce on the side is a nice touch. Staff was super friendly! Street parking in the area. read more

Best sandwiches and people ever! The porchetta totally stole the show and our stomachs. Bread is just the perfect texture, the salsa verde gives it brightness, and the pork chicharrones were the best crunch. The owner/manager is super sweet as well! read more

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I was so excited to hear Meat & Bread had opened up in Austin. I first had their porchetta sandwich in Vancouver 11 years ago and loved it. We went around 12:450pm on Saturday and the place wasn't too crowded. No wait to order and we got our food within 5 minutes. The quality of the sandwich is top-notch. The bread was fresh out of the oven and perfectly baked with a crispy crust but soft inside and the meat was tender and juicy. That said, this sandwich wasn't as great as I remembered; something felt missing because the porchetta sandwich I had in Vancouver was much more flavorful and fragrant. I think this location needs to add a bit more salt to the salsa verde or put in more fat to balance out the lean meat. But otherwise, great sandwich place. I'll even brave the downtown parking situation for this! read more

Meat & Bread - Porchetta sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Austin, Texas

10 stars across the board! We had 3 of their 5 sandwiches and their tomato soup and everything was fantastic.

Simply fanatistic. We stumbled upon this place having a reservation elsewhere. They treated us so kindly the food was amazing. Highly recommend the chicken sandwich. read more

I've been coming here for the past year I started coming here since I was in high school with my friends ,From day 1 the food has been amazing I can say with confidence that I can recommend the whole menu. The staff are always nice and amicable great people!!!. The ambiance is very rustic and they always have good music playing in the background. Grilled Cheese 4 life!!! read more

Top notch quality and customer service. Sandwiches are made almost one or two at a time for maximum freshness and I am all for that extra couple minutes waiting. We tried the Porchetta and the special, which was the Beef Asado. Both were uniquely great - the crackling on the Porchetta was a perfect touch, and the chimichurri on the Beef Asado was amazing, I lean slightly toward the Beef Asado, but both were really great. Bread quality was there, it was really just a perfect sandwich situation. We also shared a Kale Caesar and I make my own dressing and have a hard time enjoying restaurant kale salad and this one was so good! Totally worth a stop for a sandwich at lunch if you're in Austin, or a great lunch spot during the work day if you want to take a walk and fall asleep at work an hour later. Highly recommend! read more