Love Mr. Mustache. Great sandwiches with awesome bread and fresh ingredients. My go to is the Mozzarella and Tomato, simple and consistently delicious. Service is fast, which makes it an easy stop. One thing to note is that many of the other sandwiches come with sauces / aioli, which I avoid eating, and they aren't able or willing to make substitutions. read more

Mr. Mustache - Mozzarella and Tomato - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I seen great reviews and photos of this spot and decided to make the quick drive from my office. The line was super long but, was moving quick! I figured, it has to be great since it was busy. Unfortunately, I was wrong. Their concept is great, simple menu items without substitutions and two types of soup. I ordered the Market sandwich which featured jalapeno slaw, chicken and ciabatta bread. The bread was surprisingly soft but, the chicken was overcooked and didn't have much flavor. The slaw wasn't a slaw at all, more of a spring mix salad with mayo! I didn't taste any jalapeno in the slaw. The tomato soup I ordered was okay but, nothing memorable about it. Would I go out of my way to come here again? No, but try it, you might enjoy it! read more

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Great salad and sandwiches two locations now DTLA love their soup as well.. good price for DTLA

Mr. Mustache was such a hidden gem and I mean hidden. It took me a solid few minutes to actually find the place, but once I did, I completely understood why people line up here for lunch every day. I'm visiting from out of town and genuinely obsessed. The sandwich I got was so fresh and flavorful, with that perfect balance of crisp greens, melty cheese, and juicy chicken on the softest bread. Everything just tasted intentional and high-quality. If I lived in LA, this would 100% be my go-to lunch spot. It's exactly what the downtown sandwich scene needed, simple, creative, and absolutely delicious. Just be warned if they are busy and you need a receipt they may send you the completely wrong one! read more

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Wow the herb chicken sandwich here is amazing! It's hard to find a gourmet sandwich for under $10 in LA these days and at $9.75 for a fresh and delicious sandwich, it's a steal. Can't wait for my next visit. read more

I am not a big sandwich lover but this place was great! I got the market chicken sandwich and it was flavorful, and the texture of the bread and chicken with the crunchy slaw was perfect. The service was surprisingly fast, as the line went quick and I got my order quickly too. The place itself is underground, so most people were getting it to go and eating outside, but it's near a plaza with lots of tables. read more

December 11, 2025: The lady who takes the food orders was very rude to me and embarrassed me. I grabbed extra napkins and she loudly called me DIRTY and that I couldn't touch the napkins that are clearly right there in the photo for customers to take. In case the napkins aren't supposed to be touched by customers, there are many polite ways to communicate that to me. It was a long line and people around and everyone heard me being called DIRTY and I work nearby and I'm dressed in my professional attire as well? Regardless though of how I look no one should ever be disrespectful to say that to anyone. This is not okay at all in anyway and I highly demand a response regarding this situation that occurred today. read more

Mr. Mustache - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Everyone at my job says Mr. Mustache is the best lunch spot in LA and I see why. Not only is it by far one of the cheapest things you can get it is also so good and high quality. Most gourmet sandwich places kind of all have the same taste but Mr. Mustache is totally different. And I loved the corn chowder. It was pretty busy though at 1:30 so I can imagine the line at peak hours is crazy. But the line also moves super fast. read more

Mr. Mustache is perfect for the on-the-go worker. I work nearby and appreciate the incredibly fast service! The food is excellent! Chicken is tender and juicy, flavors are outstanding. The line can get long, but Mr. Mustache functions in an assembly line fashion, quickly churning out meals for the waiting crowd. If you are looking for substitutions and small talk at the register, don't expect it here. If you are looking for fast service and delicious food, this is the spot! And yes, you read that right, no substitutions. I am generally a picky eater, but I jumped right in and tried it and don't regret any part of it. I am 100% a returning customer. read more

I got the soup & sandwich combo. Went on a Friday so the line wasn't long. Service was fast. The soup was not spicy but has a kick. There was a lot of bread on the sandwich but it was fresh and warm so it was filling and not as dry as I thought it would be. read more

Mr. Mustache - Herb Chicken & Corn Chowder - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've worked in City National Plaza since 2013, with a 2-year hiatus, and I'll say with confidence that Mr. Mustache is the best place to eat in the food court. I have colleagues who will only eat here or go outside of the building for lunch. Just look for the long line that usually stretches past Cilantro/Robek's, or smell the bacon to lead you to the right place! (I do not know the owner's name, despite having many casual conversations with him, so I'll refer to him as Mr. Mustache. Even though I cannot recall whether he actually has a mustache). This place started as a one-man-show, hole in the wall, borrowing the kitchen of Weiland Underground and serving out of a window on the side of the restaurant. When I returned to work here in 2022, I loved to see that not only did he make it through COVID, but hired a few staff members and expanded to his own storefront with a real menu. Love to see them thriving! The food is always fresh, delicious, flavorful and reasonably priced. Mr. Mustache always seems proud of his culinary expertise; everything is freshly prepared from scratch and he reminds me of an artist when it comes to his food. Back in the previous space, he used to try out new soups all the time. The menu is more stable now, but everything I've had is always delicious; the Nicoise Salad, the Nice Little Salad, Market Chicken sandwich, and Tomato Mozzarella sandwich are always hits. He also makes the thickest, tastiest bacon that you could order on the side. Sometimes, I stop by and order a few bacon slices or some of the buttery toast/croutons (please get that if you're getting a soup or salad!) just as a snack! I just tried his new Roasted Peanut Kale salad and it was such a flavorful experience! The line can get long, but Mr. Mustache and his team are super efficient and always keep it moving quickly. They only accept cards. Check them out! read more

This is solid sandwich shop which operates mostly as take-out. I've been here a few times for lunch and absolutely love their sandwiches. It has no name in front, so it's easy to miss. I've passed by it numerous times, until a friend told me about it. It's located bottom level of Paul Hasting's building, near Robek and Cilantro Grill. Just look for a line of people in front and a gal taking orders behind the small counter. Don't get deterred by long line, it actually goes by fast and service is super quick. My last few visits I was in and out in less than minute. Prices for sandwiches are very affordable at $8.50 and they are quite big too. My favorites are the herb and market chicken sandwiches which I always pair with small cup of tomato bisque. The perfect match indeed, I imagine them holding hands and skipping off into the sunset. Both sandwiches are delicious and flavor profile is excellent. I love sun dried tomato so I'm more favorable to herb chicken, but market is just as good because it has bacon. What makes their sandwiches so special is freshly baked ciabatta bun giving them crisp and warm texture. I was totally amazed how good they were when I had one for the first time. I'm not big into sandwiches, but Mr. Mustache's sandwich has won me over. They also have 2 other sandwiches on menu (packed tuna and mozzarella/tomato) and salads which I have yet to try. Can't wait to come back.... read more

Mr. Mustache - Herb chicken sandwich and tomato soup - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very good food. The service is excellent. The food is fresh & healthy. I recommend trying Mr. Mustache if you haven't yet.

Went here for a quick lunch away from the office with some colleagues. Don't be intimidated by the long line because this place is a machine and will get you in and out with your sandwich in less than 7 minutes even with a long line. I really appreciated the fresh ingredients - toasted ciabatta, fresh turkey meat (not deli), arugula, and bacon in the Market Chicken sandwich. My biggest tip is to order extra sauce on the side in case the sandwich comes out a bit dry. Contemplate your order before getting to the register and save yourself the stress of ordering but not knowing what you want! They want to keep the line moving for everyone else which is why this place is great for a quick bite for office workers on lunch hour! read more

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We shared the market chicken, herb chicken, pobano corn chowder and the tomato bisque. My preference is the herb chicken with the tomato bisque. This combo was perfection. Add a diet coke and my meal was about $15. It doesn't get Amy better than that. *chefs kiss* read more

I work across the street and could not tell you how many of my coworkers go here for lunch every day. They are so consistent and quick, perfect for a quick workday lunch. The guys who work there are straight to the point because they have a huge line of people to get through during the lunch rush and do such a great job getting us in and out. The menu is very simple and easy to digest. Food is always so good and hot. I couldn't recommend it more! This is a stall in an underground foos hall, so there are plenty of tables and benches to sit at or you can go up to ground level and find more of the same in the surrounding area. Great casual and quick spot for a hearty lunch in Bunker Hill. 10/10! read more

Simple. Fast Delicious. Don't worry about the long lines and just enjoy the warm savory perfect sandwich. Yum. read more

Don't be deterred by the line as it moves quickly. The service wasn't great as they were trying to keep the line moving. We went early but somehow they didn't have caesar dressing. The cashier made me a salad without it and seemed a bit perturbed when I declined a caesar salad with no caesar dressing. The soup was the best item I ordered. I think it was corn chowder. It had a nice mild spice to it. The star of course is the sandwich. It's basically all bread but the bread is very fresh. I don't particularly enjoy sandwiches that are bread heavy but this one was pretty good. The harvest chicken is a bit soft on flavor, but still worth a try. Overall, great quality for the price. You can actually try all 3 options for like $20. read more

Mr. Mustache - Harvest Chicken - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The freshly baked bread makes the sandwich delicious! I tend to go fir the tuna, not too oily and the fat get broken down by the veggies added The line is usually long but moves quickly. I have tried all sandwiches and soups and you can't go wrong- great price! read more

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my favorite lunch spot in DTLA! the bread is amazing here. i always get the herb chicken sandwich and it's more than enough to fill me up. everything is premade and packaged so no substitutions. read more

Food is cheap and adequate. The owner is flat out angry. He has a line around the block and he is pissed off all the time.

The menu is short and simple, but every item is delicious and well made. The affordable prices make the food that much better. Mr. Mustache is *the* place for casual lunch in the Financial District. Don't be daunted by the long lines at noon--thanks to the simple menu and lack of cash payment, the line moves really fast. Five stars; highly recommend. read more

Maybe don't take peoples order until the person being attended is done. A group of people piled up next to the register waiting for their food. Also, if someone ask you for peppers, don't respond like if they asked to give up your first born. What ever happened to being courteous to your patrons. read more

Teensy tiny stand hidden in a nearly abandoned underground mall from the 1970s with WONDERFUL sandwiches. It feels like a secret, an affordable secret...maybe with rules I don't understand. Is there a secret menu? I hope so! No substitutions! I feel lucky to have been granted access to this beautiful and delicious no-frills sandwich stand. read more

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Really strong sandwiches, can be a longer wait. Overall the taste of the sandwich was very good, I got the Herb chicken and it had a sweet dressing and sun-dried tomatoes. The bread is the star!!! Wow that bread is good. It's just a window stall so no interior so sometimes the line looks much longer than what it really is. When I went they did batch orders because they have so few menu items. It seems they prep a batch of each item then take 5-10 customer in a steady quick stream. So while I was 7th in line and the line hadn't moved an inch in 5 minutes, I really waited less than 10 mins because once they started it was fast! read more

Ambiance: it's a hidden gem in downtown, underground of city national plaza, and it doesn't even have a logo, you will find this place easily where the waiting line pops Service: the line moves very fast at this one man shop, owner chef cashier Food: very simple menu for sandwiches, soups and salads MARKET CHICKEN - **** smokehouse bacon jalapeño buttermilk slaw, toasted sandwich, recommend TOMATO BISQUE - **** classic comfort, made with fresh cream, recommend POBLANO CORN CHOWDER - **** somewhat spicy with sweet corn and shredded chicken, recommend Price: moderate portions and affordable prices, less than $15 per person read more

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I challenge you to find a better quality meal for the extremely fair prices they charge here, but hold on... i'll save you some time; you won't. I rarely go to lunch and my coworkers have been going here forever and I keep saying I will try a sandwich one day and today was finally that day! They dropped the bag on my desk and I thought nothing of it really, until I picked up the bag and it was quite heavy, and then I reached inside and realized it was a warm sandwich, and then I unwrapped it and saw all of the quality ingredients and how well it was put together... and then... the first bite. SO. GOOD. They have a limited menu. They do what they do and they do it perfectly. Don't mess with the formula. I can't believe I've thought that it was 'just a sandwich' all this time, but now I've been shown the errors of my thinking. I've found a new go to spot and unlike most lunch places in DTLA, I'll still have $$ leftover! Go. Go now (during biz hours only)! read more

I got the market chicken sandwich & the poblano corn chowder & a can of coke. All for under $15 dollars, reasonably price compared to everything being so expensive. Never mind the long line that you see. It goes by really fast. read more

Mr. Mustache - Never mind the long like. It goes by fast. - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Always a MASSIVE line. DO go right when they open, or near closing time 2:30pm -3pm if you're somebody like me that doesn't like long lines to get a meal. I Went a few weeks ago at 1230pm, big mistake, 35min wait. Went today at 11:20pm, still almost 20min wait before I even placed my order. Then another wait to make the sandwiches which are made fresh. The line DOES move quickly, but it can be exhausting especially at the heart of lunchtime. For those folks with a 30min lunch, or those that work under the watchful eye of a supervisor, I'd highly discourage going during the lunch rush... it's not worth it. I only get the tuna now. First time I went after 2pm, the line was smooth, got the chicken / bacon (forgot the name), it was good. Second time I went close to 3pm, maybe they were exhausted from the lunch rush but the chicken was mushy tasting. Either under cooked or bad quality of meat. Glad I didn't waste my whole lunch break to get it. Now I only get the tuna which is tasty, I luv the vinaigrette dressing they use. Again, if you only have a :30 min lunch break, don't go during the lunch rush! Sandwiches are fine but you won't get to eat it until dinner time! Good luck! : ) read more

Really awesome place and very inexpensive, considering the area. I went a little late, around 3:00pm and they were still open, thankfully. The dude is really nice and talkative. Sandwich was brilliant and I plan on adding it to my weekly visit list read more

Mr. Mustache - 5 star sandwich! - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place hit it out of the park for me; I'm a tomato soup fanatic and a lover of all things vinaigrette, and this place had possibly the best tomato bisque I've ever had, and they include a sort of delicious dressing mixed with the greens on your sandwich. On top of that, all the ingredients come together for a perfect flavor and the bread is chefs kiss. The price point is perfect too - A perfect A+! read more

Review for their breakfast burrito (May 2024) Mr Mustache does it again! This bfast burrito is well balanced, tasty, and affordable. Both the red and the green salsa were mild and fresh. At under $6 you can't beat it. This was the perfect size burrito for me. I ate the whole thing in one sitting, along with both the red and green salsa, and felt satisfied, not disgusting. A hungry man would probably want two. This is a two egg burrito where the eggs are prepared over-medium. At first this is odd as most bfast burritos have scrambled eggs, but you get used to it after two bites. The bacon is thick and cooked perfectly, and the tater tots actually make this burrito feel lighter than those with the greasy hashbrowns. The little bit of cilantro cream adds something different. There is no cheese. It's not heavy or greasy or too salty. read more

Mr. Mustache - Now serving breakfast! 8-10am. As of May 2024 - Sandwiches Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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So glad my coworkers told me about this place! It's a quick 10 minute walk from the office for me, so I've been coming on Fridays. Don't be intimidated by the line! They have a great system and it moves quickly. The gal working the register is super nice and in general, they are super efficient. The herb chicken sandwich is my go to...I mean, just look at that bread. The market chicken is good too (but the sun dried tomatoes in the herb chicken won't let me go!) I also loved the chowder. And the brown butter chocolate chip cookies, omg byyyeeee. read more

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We've been curious about this spot since we've seen the line snake around the food court and wanted to return. We asked some patrons and they're saying the line moves fast and worth the effort. So we had the chance to head down there yesterday, Dec 27! Perrrrrrf time to try Mr. Mustache. No line. woot! Holidays rock. Small menu, and no subs. The bread is literally the star of the meal. Two toasted slices with PLENTY of butter comes with the soup. I opted for the poblano corn chowder with the Marketplace sandwich. Not going to lie, $17 for both is a little steep but it's sooo good. SO SO SO Good. Follow your nose and the lines to some good food. read more

Limited menu, executed brilliantly. Their Oil Packed Tuna sandwich reminds me of a Nicoise Salad on excellent French bread. Soups are on point. Our building is lucky to have them. read more

There's a reason that there always a line at Mr. Mustache at lunch time. They have delicious food at an affordable price. Don't let the line intimidate you because it's quick and the team is efficient. Anyway, their sandwiches are yummy! I enjoyed my tuna sandwich and the tomato bisque soup from here. The tomato bisque soup is really good...I don't normally like tomato soup but this one is special. This is a great lunch spot! read more

So good and a cool vibe. love the customer service and the food is so yummy. I got the chicken in different fonts and loved it both times

Excellent quick service despite the line. Consistent tasty food, fair price especially compared to other places downtown

AHAHAHAHA you're all welcome in advance. No other review talks about HOW to get here, so unless you're ready for a TREK, buckle up. TLDR: underground parking lot to park. Valet only but can be talked out of. Validation is only if u talk to the valets, say you're there for pickup. Otherwise it's $14.50. Go to floor B, take the escalator, not the elevator. Long line. Not fast. Probably good food. PARKING is underground and the entrance to it is a TINY little inlet off the upper street. I had to circle the building multiple times before finally venturing down the tiny driveway. Valet parking is "required" but I chatted w the valet and they let me park myself (thanks guys!!) once parked, find a tiny lobby with elevators, ignore the elevators and go thru giant doors into another bigger lobby- there you'll find escalators. Take it down to FLOOR B. You'll see a directory with a list of a bunch of food places. Turn sharp right and you'll see the looooong line of people (all of whom probably work IN the building and didn't just make the ridiculous trek you just did to get there) waiting to order their lunch. The line does not move quickly. I'm currently standing IN the line as I write. The menu is very simple. You can decide for yourself if the adventure is worth the destination. Im sure the food will be good based on the 100+ reviews only about the food but unless I get a stubborn craving for THAT sandwich and find myself with A LOT of time to spend, or if I land a job IN that building, I won't be coming back. Thanks for the adventure tho! read more

The sandwiches are great, very yummy 。 the ciabatta bread is toasted lightly crunchy outside and soft inside, perfect texture for my taste. The price is very good especially for downtown LA and portion is just right. The only less desirable aspect is the place is located in a food court like setting and restroom is not easily accessible to customers. read more