First time here and absolutely loved it fresh ingredients and treated with respect. Highly recommended. read more

Perry's Joint - Chicken sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

One of the most delicious sandwiches in my life. Been there twice, first time there had the Hey Joe, so delicious I needed to go back. Second time there, during lunch break had the Hip Bird, shout out to Carter Brown, for the recommendation and service. I was in a rush, had a meeting to attend and thanks to Carter was able to enjoy my savory turkey sandwich on sourdough and still be early to the meeting. Great jazzy atmosphere and the whole staff were amazing. Definitely worth the trip. read more

Great sandwiches and excellent service! They were super accommodating with all of our orders, and Carter, the store manager, and his crew made us feel so welcome. Great vibes all around and would definitely come back! read more

Finally this location of Perry's Joint is OPEN!! Actually there are 3 fantastic businesses in one shared space. OMI is a juice bar serving up some delicious varieties of freshly made healthy and flavored fruit beverages. DIVINE a handmade ice cream that have very unique flavors such as passion fruit, raspberry with crunchy chocolate bits, Madagascar vanilla bean, cornflakes and banana....many more creative flavors to fill your every desire. Perry's serves up several sandwiches, hot dogs, salad and chips. The sandwiches are SOOO big you can't bite it with your mouth wide open. They put a tremendous amount of proteins ( beef, chicken, veggies & cheese) in every creation. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays they serve an outstanding Tri Tip special. Service is extremely clean and the decor is inviting too. Parking close by too. read more

This is an Altadena staple. This is on Lincoln and surrounded by coffee shops and offices. It's nestled between doctor offices so they tend to get a pretty heavy lunch rush. I would say it's worth the wait Eveytime! The food is consistent and super fresh. You get your money's worth with the amount of meat and toppings. Def a jaw extender of a sandwich. I've tried around 80% if the menu and each sandwich has had a unique flavor that never let me down. There is a seating inside, outside, and even extra seating outside between the offices. I've never struggled to find seating here, but parking can be rough depending on the time of day. I have to give a shout out to the service. This is probably one of the most kind and welcoming crew in all of the area. It's so nice seeing how the owner and his staff interact and make sure to welcome every person that walks through the door. I once saw the owner sit down and catch up with an older regular. Huge piece of the community. read more

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tl;dr the sandwiches trend more toward standard than stellar, but the toasted meat-and-cheese sandos will be sure to satisfy Perry's Joint is the longtime cafe owned and operated by Perry Bennett, operating in Pasadena since 2004. Over the years, Perry's has become synonymous with thick sandos and soft jazz. Now, this beloved neighborhood sandwich shop has made waves for community scholarships, even earning a Small Business Hero grant and an Eater LA cover. Outside, metal tables and chairs are set up on the shaded, enclosed patio. Enter past the small coffee nook to get to the deli counter and case. An austere wooden half booth lines the alcove in the far back, with an assortment of other wooden tables. Black-and-white jazz portraits and framed playbills line the sunshine-yellow walls. Exposed HVAC, polished concrete floors, accent lighting, and instrumental jazz combine into a relatively moody ambiance. My fiancee and I arrived for early weekend lunch and ordered almost immediately. We came at the right time, because the queue stretched all the way to the entrance by the time we departed. We opted for the Hey Joe sandwich on rye. This self-described "avant-garde" sando (named after the Jimi Hendrix single) featured a meat-centric roster of roast beef, pastrami, and a hot link. The thick, melty blend of meats and cheese was hearty and satisfying, as were the additions of jalapeño and red onion. That being said, I would critique the flimsy slices of rye bread, which barely held up against the toppings. Further, our lemonade was ice-heavy and overly sweet. The service came with a smile (Perry himself rang up our order), and our bill totaled $21 (after tax and tip). The portion size was reasonable to accommodate 2 modest appetites, but the price still felt steep for mostly standard deli sandwiches. Nonetheless, I see how Perry's maintains a strong presence as a popular neighborhood cafe. read more

Perry's Joint - Hey Joe - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Do not get the hype 35 min wait for 2 sandwiches. 3 people working in the sandwich line. Sandwiches are not intricate enough to be time consuming. Bread not toasted so falling apart. -1 star for all fillings pikes in center, not even sauce in edge of the sandwiches. Chef's Special- turkey seems to be grocery store brand cold cuts Big Band- maybe better quality meats but not special Tables duty, not one table cleaned in the 35mins of waiting Lots of flys read more

Perry's Joint - Everything you see is only in the center - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Finally open after 3 years of "coming soon". Well worth the wait. The staff was welcoming, patient, and very helpful. The interior is very pleasant and comfortable. Jazz music playing on an actual turntable. Real vinyl! Ah, but the sandwiches! My friends raved about the chicken sandwich and the tuna sandwich. I had the "Hey Joe". Fabulous read more

Perry's Joint - The Hey Joe Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Very few places live up to their hype. Perry's has phenomenal food offerings. I've seen numerous complaints about order processing, but I planned ahead and had zero problems. I simply picked my sandwich and phoned my order in. Took all of 2 mins to collect it, about 15 mins later. Staff was super friendly and the ambiance was great. I considered dining in. Happy I didn't, because it was so good, I'm confident I'd have looked like I'd never eaten before! Run, don't walk to Perry's! I'll be back! read more

Perry's Joint - The Guru was soooo good! - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Perry's has been on my must try list for a while and today was the day when I had the chance to try this place out. What a chill place to eat a sandwich at. Loved listening to the jazz music playing in the background. So refreshingly cool! I ordered the tuna sandwich on sourdough bread and the greens smoothie. Both items were extremely fresh and well worth the money. I'd probably request no relish in my tuna sandwich next time though. Portions were extremely well worth it and everything came out fairly quickly. Service was really helpful and all employees were extremely attentive. This placed also had a lovely patio setup and plenty of seating. Will check out some other sandwich options the next time I'm in the area. read more

This location is right across the street where I volunteer so it's very convenient. I will say I had a bad impression going in because I had their sandwich before at airport but who knows how long those have been there. I'm glad I made the trip. They have a good variety of sandwiches to select from but I went with chicken salad on white, they were out of croissants. The sandwiches are pretty packed with stuff. They actually put chicken salad on both sides of the bread with lettuce, tomatoes, and apple slices in between. The chicken was very tasty with the apples giving it a little tartness. They do have vegan ice cream as well. read more

Perry's Joint - Chicken salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Every once in a while the universe lines up and you find a completely unexpected gem. Today was one of those days! We had actually ventured out to visit another local place nearby and that didn't pan out. So... Yelp (and Perry) to the rescue!! When you come for the first time, it's a little hard to find as the sign isn't easy to see from the street and we drove by twice before spotting it. Well, thank goodness we did because this was the best sandwich I've had in a loooooong time! After a difficult time making a single selection, i almost got a hotdog instead, I chose the Hey Joe. The second I laid eyes on my basket, I knew I's made the right choice and I also knew I was in trouble. There were instantly serious doubts about being able to finish this behemoth. This offering had roast beef, pastrami, and a hot link all surrounded by fresh veggies and sauce. there was even a small side of Perry's secret recipe sauce that has a slight kick without hijacking the show. Be ready to eat, once you pick it up. It's hard to put down. I can't say enough good things about my experience at Perry's Joint today. I had to dissect the last 1/4 of my sandwich because I wasn't going to be able to polish it off in full form. The pastrami was some of the best I've had anywhere, the quality of the hot link was outstanding, and the roast beef was tender and flavorful. Any of these alone would make an outstanding sandwich on its own, but combined they're impossible to beat. Perry, you deserve a medal for coming up with this! I can't wait to come back and try something else. Maybe one of the dogs too! When I was done eating I went to express my gratitude for the food and service and was greeted by Perry himself. He and his staff and I talked for several minutes and we got a little back story and found he's been there since 2004. You don't stay in the culinary business for 20+ years unless your food and service are great. The interior is simple but warm, clean, and well taken care of. There are a few tables inside and I think I saw some outside as well. I'm guessing there's a busy to-go time at the lunch rush. What Perry's Joint does: they feed you PLENTY of great food. They use only the best ingredients and you can taste it, they smile and treat you extremely well. What Perry's Joint doesn't do: They don't skimp on portions, if you leave hungry, it's because you stopped eating, not because they didn't give you enough food. They don't rip you off, for the size of my sandwich and the obvious quality and love that went into it, it was an extremely fair price! If you're in the neighborhood and they're open, you'd be doing yourself an injustice by not checking out Perry's Joint. I know I'll be back and my local friend will be putting this in the rotation. read more

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Man this the BEST sandwich I ever had in my life!!! The venue is next to my dental office and I needed a bite to eat in between time of my appointment. So the dental assistant recommended. I walked and when I entered the venue is very homey. The menu is colorful with tons of delicious options. Carter is the manager of the establishment he is very vibrant and welcoming. He offers his best option and leaves no biases. While managing he also helps clean and prepare food. Hope helped create my sandwich and when I say, she put that thang together. Listen I'll let your taste buds speak for itself Akayla was managing the phones and helped me see the fresh fruit juices they offer. This team is the real deal. Dope vibes and very attentive to detail. Sean helped me take my order and he recommended the "Guru " sandwich. Seeing as though it was my first time, I needed a professional choice to pick the right one. When I say the "Guru" sandwich on that croissant was life changing ! Listen ! Mouthwatering deliciousness. Mind you this in the middle of a dentist appointment. Mouth still slightly numb and sore and I did not care lol To top it off I had chips and the Liver Love fresh pressed juice man that drink loved on my liver for sure lol each sip felt like I was getting healthier and healthier. I also had the lemon cake. Listen everything tastes amazing. Come and see for yourself you will not be disappointed. In the event you are, maybe you gotta upgrade your palate. Lol read more

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Been eating here 15+ years, food was so good I use them for catering, for my meetings, anything that is ANYTHING related to absolutely ANYTHING!!! The vibe is really relaxing and chill, anytime I ever went the service is super on point for me, I highly recommend, it is ALWAYS worth it at Perry's. read more

First time coming here! It won't be the last :) Right when I entered the vibes were very sweet local. A lot of people waiting but no one seemed angry that they were waiting. The people at the counter were so friendly it felt like I was giving a friend my order. My sandwich was probably the best sandwich I ever had. They did take a bit longer for my son's chili cheese hot dog to come out but the lady at the counter was so sweet and gave him some ice cream for waiting. Definitely recommend. Just give yourself sometime if you're on your lunch because they do get busy. read more

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2nd time coming here & sandwiches do not miss! Cute little sandwich joint in Sierra madre! I got the pastrami no chaser with sourdough added jalepenos & peppers to my sandwich & looooove it! The quality pastrami is so good & juicy! They are absolutely delicious! I need to come back on a Thursday - Sunday to try their tri tip sandwich! Always a pleasure, Got to meet Perry himself & what a joyous guy! Will be back soon (: read more

Perry's Joint - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Second time at this location. I've frequented the Lincoln Ave. location in the past. To my pleasant surprise, this location has a fresh juice bar. It's called Omi's Juices (or something close). I ordered both a sandwich (this time the turkey, last time the Hip Bird) and a fresh juice. Service was that same level of top-notch service I have come to expect with Perry's establishments. As with the Lincoln location, the food here is consistently amazing. The juice (I ordered "Liver Love" both times) was so much better than I expected. Refreshing, delicious and healing. Both the food and the juice are super fresh. This venue is roomier, cozy and very inviting. You're tempted to hang out and listen to a couple jazz LP's or read a book. That's the vibe it gives off. There is also covered outside seating. Perfect for small groups, book clubs, meetups and more. The only drawback is that the parking could potentially be an issue. However, on my first visit, I stumbled upon Perry's when I had business at the post office (directly across the street on Lincoln & Orange Grove). So I strolled across the street. This visit, I was there early (close to opening). So, parking was fine. I highly recommend this location. Next time I just may take a book and hang out. Thanks Perry, Omar and Jayden. read more

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One of my favorite sandwich spots in Pasadena. I've had the chance to meet the owner twice, and both times he was incredibly kind and welcoming. You can tell he genuinely cares about his customers and the community. I also appreciate the variety on the menu. There's something for everyone. I've tried several of their drinks, including the milkshake, the green drink, the beet drink, and the Ginger Gobana. Every one of them was fresh and delicious. The Perry's Classic Detroit hot dog was bomb and I added jalapeños which was the cherry on top for me. The chili, the sausage, and the jalapeños all came together perfectly. It was messy in the best way and packed with flavor. The staff has always been friendly, the gentlemen with who is tall, long hair, (forgot his name) making our sandwiches was awesome. You can tell they take pride in what they serve. The Hey Joe is exactly my kind of sandwich. It's loaded with pastrami, roast beef, hot links, and more. Big, hearty, and absolutely delicious. The biggest surprise for me was the tuna sandwich. I honestly don't like tuna, but one guy making the sandwiches told me to trust him and give it a try. I'm so glad I did because it was hands down the best tuna sandwich I've ever had. It completely changed my expectations. We've also had the Hip Bird & Chicken Mingus our first time here which also really good. I forgot to take pictures of all the items I listed because It looked so good I dove right in! read more

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WOW TALK ABOUT HIDDEN GEMS!!! This one is IT. Mind you we leave near by and have never visited this place up until recently. They have sandwiches, hot dogs, smoothies and ice cream. Also healthy green juices! We came in on a whim, I got the roast beef sandwhich, my husband got a turkey sandwich. Both were MEATY HEARTY and a mouth FULL. YUMMY FLAVOR and fresh ingredients! The ambiance is easy and welcoming, the people working have a smile on their face from the moment you open the door to upon completing your order. The jazz vibes are a super sweet touch. JOHN COLTRANE. Enough said. Pick up to go or come in and sit down to eat they have space. This place is a GEM. Upon reviewing I found they have other locations... we will definitely be visiting soon! read more

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Cute little sandwich shop! Has so much soul with all the decor and music that sets the tone. Sandwiches are no joke! Big as my hand! Inside was nice and quiet Workers were chill and sandwich pros Definitely coming back! Big band is where it's at Big Joe looks good but feel like the hot link over takes the flavor! read more

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yum!!! have been looking forward to trying perry's joint for a good minute now and finally got the chance to try. ordered the hip max on a wednesday at noon. waited for about 15 minutes in total. exceptional sandwich with fresh, quality ingredients. can't wait to come back read more

Perry's Joint - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

We were looking for a place to stop by along the way and wanted to try this out. We went ahead to order in advance by placing our order through the phone, which is pretty convenient tbh. When we got there, we found it's located in a medical plaza, so it's not at an obvious place to find! Street parking would be your best bet. The joint itself was very spacious, ample of tables, but also many others waiting for their order. We saw that even though we placed our phone order ahead, it seemed like the employees were working pretty slowly... which makes sense for the hold up of people waiting for their sandwiches. Getting our sandwiches, we got the Hip Bird and the Hey Joe sandwich. Honestly the Hip Bird is a very classic sandwich, although I wish there was more avocado on it. Everything tasted fresh but the more I ate, the more I thought about how I could've just made this sandwich at home lol. Nothing too impressive, but it's not really worth the price you're paying for it unless you're lazy. Also the mustard sauce in it didn't seem like it enhanced it that much. Wish there was something more special about it. As for the Hey Joe, it's definitely all the meats in one sandwich that my bf enjoys, but that destroyed him LOL it was so heavy, very greasy, just heart clogging. The sandwich is good, but makes you feel pretty terrible about yourself (unless you enjoy it all the way). Otherwise, service was mid, sandwiches are okay. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to visit here again. read more

Perry's Joint - Hip bird (bottom) & Hey Joe (top) - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

IT TOOK ONE HOUR JUST TO GET MY SANDWICH. Ten minutes wait just to place an order after the customer before me ordered and 50+ minutes just to get my food. I understand they were really busy but the irritating part was the lack of notice or heads up it would be a long wait. Had my coworkers and I known it would take this long we would have gone somewhere else. Even when placing an order, not even an acknowledgment of "hey, thanks for waiting, I'll be right with you," nothing. The best (worst) part is after all this, they gave me the WRONG FOOD. I ordered the hip bird and they gave me whatever this is. I love to support small businesses and I hate to be the one to leave a bad review but there were a lot of frustrated customers today, not just me. This is not it you guys, sorry (not sorry). It's not worth the long wait and bad service. read more

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I will say the sandwiches here are really top notch and taste fresh. Just don't come when it's the lunch rush XD One of the guys here super nice , respectful, and service oriented. read more

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We came in for a sandwich after my husband found them on Yelp. We entered and were greeted as we browsed their menu posted above their counter. We ordered a Hey Joe sandwich to share and a cherry lemonade. I was reluctant to order that large of a sandwich but my husband wanted it so I went along with his choice. It took a while for our sandwich to be ready, but it was worth the wait. It was filled with pastrami, roast beef, melted cheese, and a hot link. I ate a quarter of it and my husband had no problem finishing the rest of it. The restaurant seemed to be popular with locals as we saw a number of take out orders, as well as diners inside and on their patio. If in the area, I'd stop in again. Street parking, but be careful of traffic if you need to cross the street. read more

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The food was absolutely amazing! From the moment I walked in, the staff was so welcoming, friendly, and fun! The sandwiches were so delicious, and I also had a ginger smoothie and fresh juice that were both incredible! You can tell they really care about their customers and creating a great experience. And the manager is seriously the best!! Such a great atmosphere, amazing food, and wonderful people. I will definitely be coming back! read more

There is street parking in front of the restaurant. They have both indoor and outdoor patio seating. I tried the guru sandwhich which is a hot sandwhich on wheat bread. It was so delicious. Lots of fillings. Juicy meat with crunch vegetables. I really liked the sandwhich. Staff is very nice there. It was a very hot day and he offered me a cup to get iced water. Very spacious inside. read more

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eat here you won't be disappointed! I will definitely be back. Very friendly service as well! read more

Perry's Joint - Tuna sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Always delicious. Gracious staff, Every order correctly prepared. I love the HIP Bird Terrific community focus

Another stellar sandwich from Perry's. Roast beef on toasted Squaw bread, with lettuce avocado extra tomatoes and cucumber. All the veggies were crisp and delicious. I have a small complaint that it seemed salty so next time I'll make sure to ask that they don't salt anything. Nonetheless it was a delicious refreshing sandwich. Great service and it was lovely to sit in an air conditioned room while I waited, away from the heat read more

Perry's Joint - Roast beef on squaw bread with avocado extra tomatoes onions lettuce and cucumbers. Yum! - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

the ambiance is inviting, the decor gives great vibes. the staff is so amazing and friendly, and of course the food is deliciously scumptous. I love the new location Orange Grove and Lincoln a short walk from my house. read more

I typically only write reviews when I'm happy. But, today I'm a Karen. We arrived at 1:00 on a Saturday- post lunch rush. There were 5 people in line. Not super busy. We ordered food at 1:16. TWO sandwiches - a turkey and a roast beef. Once the 5 customers ordered, hardly anyone came in to order - maybe 3-5 people. We got our food at 2:13 (see photo receipt). (Maybe wouldn't have been as irritated if they gave us a heads up when we ordered that they were backed up/behind) Sandwich was a large portion but for 30 bucks and an hour wait, not worth it. Turkey was thin and slimy. Roast beef came with onions - which wasn't listen on the menu, and totally soggy. We had an hour drive home and decided to stop here because the reviews were good and thought we would get a quick bite. Would have been better off driving all the way home and making our own sandwiches. It's not like they're baking the bread fresh and slaughtering the turkey in the back. We watched them make the sandwhiches on sliced bread out of a bag. If you have nothing to do all day - take a chance. If you've got places to be or haven't eaten in hours, maybe try somewhere else. read more

Perry's Joint - Hour from ordering to getting a TO-GO order - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Love,love,love this place, 10 stars, delicious tender, thin sliced and perfectly seasoned pastrami, which is very hard to find. I'm on my way there right now, everytime I'm in Pasadena this is my spot. read more

Food is good, but there aren't a lot of condiment choices. Lots of attitude from some if the counter help-it's hit or miss. One young man was friendly but some if the others on any given day are just not friendly. It also usually takes a while to get your sandwich made even after the 12-1:30 lunch rush. Not rushing to go back‍ read more

Perry's Joint Café was hands down one of the best dining experiences I've had and honestly, I think it's the best sandwich shop in Pasadena! From the moment my daughter and I walked in, we were welcomed like family. The customer service was outstanding. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made sure we felt taken care of the entire time. They kept us updated on our order, letting us know when our food was almost ready, which I really appreciated. The restaurant is beautiful, spotless, and has such a warm, welcoming atmosphere with lots of character and culture. It feels like a place where people genuinely care about their customers. One thing that really stood out was how kind they were to my daughter. They even gave her a sticker, which made her day and showed how thoughtful they are with families. My daughter and I absolutely loved our experience, and we'll definitely be coming back. If you're looking for delicious food, amazing customer service, and a place that truly makes you feel at home, Perry's Joint Café is a must-visit. Highly recommend! read more

Perry's Joint - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

Expertly crafted sandwiches overstuffed with goodness. We love coming to this little shop and supporting Altadena businesses. Perry is often present at the restaurant and stops by to say hello to customers. You just don't see that kind of personal attention much. He runs a great shop. I tried the veggie dog Detroit style. It's pretty good. Of course veggie dogs aren't the same thing as beef hot dogs, but putting on some delicious toppings makes it very enjoyable. Parking seems to be relegated to street parking. There is a lot behind the restaurant but it appears to be for the medical offices in the building. read more

Perry's Joint - Egg salad sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Great local sandwich shop- support Altadena small business! Artfully assembled sandwiches with fresh plentiful ingredients and nice customer service. Hip Bird had lots of turkey and went really well on sweet wheat. Also got the pastrami on sourdough too. Both sandwiches were excellent, but the pastrami was 10/10! read more

Perry's Joint - The Hip Bird Sandwich and Pastrami Sandwich (No Chaser) - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

The service is very slow, and friends of the severs seem to get their orders right away. Every time I come is a 45 minute wait for a sandwich! read more

Carter made my first Perry's joint experience so memorable. He was very attentive and super welcoming. The ambiance was definitely Altadena vibes. The food was so fresh and good. Will definitely be coming back. read more

Perry's Joint - Chicken Mingus Sandwich Juice - Sandwiches Near Me - Pasadena, California

The guru is a BANGER! It's stacked with meat for days, it's so good. The staff were beyond phenomenal, super kind and welcoming. Can't wait to come back. read more