We love this fantastic Italian deli that manages to be in Seattle and not New Jersey. It reminds me of a Jersey ones I miss. The Porchetta, Meatball Sub, and Eggplant Parm are all excellent. We took a hot bag of subs once to Anacortes for a whale watch and they were still excellent two hours later on the boat. read more

Salumi is a solid sandwich shop in the heart of downtown and a convenient stop if you're exploring the nearby stadiums and attractions. We ordered the Meatball Sub and Eggplant Sub with marinara sauce. Both sandwiches were flavorful and satisfying. The meatball sub was hearty and comforting, while the eggplant sub had a rich marinara sauce that worked well with the sandwich. We were especially disappointed that the Cubano was sold out, as it was one of the main reasons we stopped by. The only drawback was the price--at around $20 per sandwich, it felt a bit expensive for what you get, especially considering it was just a 6-inch sub, even though the quality was good. We visited during a FIFA World Cup match, so the line was quite long, but it moved steadily and efficiently. No complaints there. The atmosphere is casual and straightforward, with indoor seating only. Its downtown location near the stadiums makes it a convenient spot for a quick meal before or after an event. Overall, a good sandwich shop with quality food, though the pricing keeps it from being a must-visit. I'd still come back to finally try that Cubano. read more

Salumi - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

If you've searched for good sandwiches in Seattle, you already know this place. I was honestly a little skeptical going in -- super hyped, all over social media, you know how that goes. But it delivered. You order on a tablet when you walk in, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. It's a smallish spot without a ton of seating, but enough to sit down comfortably. Got the eggplant parm and the porchetta, plus the potato kale soup. All of it was great. The porchetta in particular was loaded -- in the best way. Couldn't finish it in one sitting but it made an excellent leftover. Fair warning, it's on the greasier side, but the pickled bell peppers and chimichurri do a great job balancing it out. Would go back when I'm in the mood for a solid, hearty warm sandwich. The hype is earned. read more

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Salumi is a Pioneer Square staple. Perfect for a grab and go lunch or quick bite. My favorite is the Meatball Sub. The Marinara to dip the sandwich in is not pictured but it adds to the deliciousness. Service is always speedy and I love the vibe of being amongst locals or workers on their lunch breaks here. read more

Salumi - Meatball Sub - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Solid sandwiches, kind of overpriced though, you can find a comparable sandwich around Seattle for a way better price. read more

Salumi - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Oh my goodness! I was visiting my friend in Washington and we stopped here right after the airport. Best decision ever. We ordered ahead because this place does get a little busy. Service was quick and staff super welcoming! The sandwiches were so delicious, the bread was perfect, and all the flavors blended well together. I devoured the entire thing so quickly. Definitely a must try spot if you're in the area. read more

Salumi - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Nothing like a sandwich shop that comes packed with meat and flavor! It's a laid back spot with quick and prompt service. It's a true butcher shop vibe and the sandwiches are killer. We had heard about it from way back when Anthony Bourdain came to Seattle and it did not disappoint! Highly recommend! read more

Salumi - Braised Porchetta sandwich - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I've been in search of a solid sandwich in Seattle and Salumi was on my list to try. From the reviews I've seen online it seems like the eggplant parm is the fan favorite, but I wanted something with meat for my first experience; something that leaves a good first impression that gives me a reason to come back. So with that being said, I went with the braised porchetta, which seemed to be the 2nd fan favorite. Getting there: I went around 11am. Hoping to avoid any lunch rush, I decided to order online and just pick it up. Parking is absolutely horrible. Street parking is extremely limited. Even all the loading zones were full. I eventually gave in and parked in a nearby parking garage. It's not the business's fault. Just a heads up for anyone interested in going there. Ambiance: Upon arrival, there wasn't too many people there. Everyone seemed to have been served and just waiting for their food. They had cured meat was available for purchase. Seating was limited to maybe about 20 people. There were a few tables by the window and the rest of the seats were at the "diner-style" bar. There were also a wall mounted bar tables for anyone that wanted to stand and eat. Since it wasn't busy, I decided to just eat there. Service: Even though I ordered ahead, my sandwich wasn't ready for me. I would normally be upset about that, but I didn't show up on time and I was afraid my sandwich would be soggy. I told them I was picking up an order and they made it fresh on the spot. I really appreciated that they waited because it worked out in my favor. I'm sure if it was busy, my order would be ready. Food: The sandwich was a reasonable size. About a foot long or so and jammed pack with porchetta. I could barely see the ingredients at first, but they are there! First bite was a bit tough. I wasn't expecting the bread to be a little hard and chewy. The texture is very similar to sourdough. It took some time to get used to, but the hardness helped maintain its shape with all the wet meat. The porchetta was very tender. Slightly too tender by itself, but it helped balance the hardness of the bread. The meat was little bland, but that's there the Calabrian chili chimichurri, roasted onions, and pickled peppers come in. The chimichurri adds a slight tangy and buttery like flavor to the mix. Then the onions adds some savory sweetness. But I think the pickled peppers were the star of the show. It added a small kick that ties all the other flavors together. I've had some bites with and without the peppers. It really makes the whole sandwich stand out. Without it, it would be just an ordinary sandwich imo. Overall I thought it was pretty solid, but it would be better if the bread was softer and the meat had a little more flavor. Final thoughts: I think this place was worth checking out. I've had a good first experience and I would like to return to try the eggplant parm and something with their cured meats. read more

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Somehow wafting through the closed entryway, a savory meaty, bacon-like aroma permeates the air at least a block down Jackson St. from Salumi. It's just a taste of what's to come at this classic brick-walled and wooden-floored sandwich shop on Occidental. Inside, a single kiosk guides guests through the ordering process, while an open kitchen invites all to see how the food is prepared. Four employees staff the kitchen - one in the back slicing fresh meat, one working the oven, loading it with beautiful slices of bacon (which explains the tantalizing aroma!), and two in the front, on sandwich duty. Orders take around 10 to 15 minutes to assemble; there's plenty of seating both inside and out for the wait. I visited for lunch on a brisk but sunny Wednesday 30 minutes before noon. While Salumi wasn't too busy at that time, guests started filtering in after me and soon the shop was bustling. Braised Porchetta ($17) - This is a huge sandwich, almost 10 inches in length on a rather large baguette, handily beating most of the competition around Seattle in terms of size. The baguette is served untoasted, instead being rather lukewarm to cold. There is barely any crust to speak of; it's probably been softened by sitting in the higher humidity of the Seattle autumn. The interior still remains relatively moist and chewy, with a clearly developed long dough ferment. I'm not sure who the supplier is, but I'm sure it's an excellent baguette when fresh. On the interior, they spread a generous layer of their chimichurri. It adds a certain herbalness and the tiniest bit of heat along with a strong garlic forward flavor. It's fatty and not particularly tangy, making me think of it more like a garlic herb butter rather than chimichurri. On the bottom of the sandwich they add a mixture of softened onions and pickled green peppers. Both are served cold. The onions add a bit of a sweet fragrance while the pickling of the peppers enhances the crunch and adds a bit of acidity, which is well needed to cut through some of the porky fat in the sandwich. On top of the veggies is a veritable mound of pork, steaming with heat. It's less sliced porchetta, and more roasted pulled pork. Regardless of the name, the pork itself is outstanding. It's extremely tender and absolutely dripping with juices, with the oils squeezing out all over my fingers and landing on the butcher paper underneath. Now that all sounds delicious, but there are two things holding it back from being a top tier sandwich. Firstly is the baguette - again it really needs that crusty exterior to hold everything together. Secondly, the cold mix of veggies on the bottom doesn't play well together temperature-wise with the hot pork on top. It's certainly clashes and was one of the first things I noticed with my initial bite. With that all being said, it's still definitely a great sandwich and easy worthy of a 5* review. (5/5) I'll be back. I need to give that Cubano a try. And the Meatball Sub. And the Muffo. And the Grindhouse. I might as well go for the entire menu... Bathrooms - Larger rooms with multiple stalls shared with the other businesses in the building. Requires a code that is posted on the door to the common area towards the back of the restaurant. read more

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Cubano sandwich - 4.5/5 Delicious! Crispy texture, immaculate flavors, and soft pork shoulder. Points were docked off because bread a was bit too crispy and would have enjoyed more sauce. Highly recommend, price is normal for Seattle. read more

Salumi - Cubano sandwich - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I am glad my brother found this spot for lunch within walking distance of our stay. It is so cute and quant. The place is simple and clean. I ordered the caprese sandwich and my brother got the porchetta sandwich. The bread is crispy but soft on the inside. I saw the guy cutting up the tomato as we sat to wait for our sandwiches. You order at the kiosk and then sit to eat. The ingredients are super fresh and worth waiting for the sandwich. read more

I ordered the Turky club it was delicious. The veggies were fresh (and so was the bread) it had the perfect mix and amounts of all the ingredients and the vinigrette was so good! I liked their menu is pretty simple and that you can order at the kiosk on your own. If you are running short on time-order ahead the line is long and you will be waiting if you go in during peak hours (like lunchtime). While I loved my sandwich-the service is not great. They call the orders by your name and while they are really busy sometimes with the amount of people in the space and noise level you may miss your name being called. I thought I had heard my name so I went over to peek if it was my order and one of the individuals that was making the sandwiches nearly ripped my head off and YELLED at me and said "its not yours"...."you need to wait for your name to be called"....Well no kidding...I am not new here I was just checking-I did not touch the sandwich. Just plain rude...and I really do not think they care. If you are wiling to ignore getting yelled at and made to feel totally incompetent these are great sandwiches. read more

Salumi was recommended to me by a friend, so had to give it a try! I ordered: cubano $16 I ordered via the self order kiosk. Friend swears by the eggplant parm, so might try it in the future, but was definitely feeling more meat on this day. Smaller sandwich for the price point, but packed with flavor. It definitely takes some time for the food to come out. I think there's maybe enough spots for ~20 people or so. Street parking only. read more

It's been a few months, but when I get back to watch my Seahawks, this is the go to spot. The Braised Porchata sandwich ranks as one of my all-time things I have ever eaten. Period. The pork (of course), cheese, bread, pickles, the amounts, how it all just melts together. Seriously. I dare you to find better sandwiches read more

Salumi - Kitchen table - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Sandwich heaven! That's all I can say about Salumi. They serve up the highest quality meats paired with perfectly absorbent bread that soaks up every drop of juicy goodness. We tried the Braised Porchetta and the Cubano, and both absolutely blew my mind. The Porchetta was packed with succulent, juicy meat, topped with amazing pickled onions and a Calabrian chili chimichurri that perfectly cut through the richness and fattiness of the pork. The Cubano was just as stunning--super crispy, with a great balance between the salty pork shoulder and ham, complemented by tangy Dijon and pickles. I came here two days in a row for lunch while in Seattle, and it's officially on my must-visit list for the city. read more

Salumi - Braised Porchetta - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The flavors were pretty good, but I expected the pork to be more flavorful. I was hoping for a richer, saltier taste. Service was typical for a lunchtime visit--nothing special. It's a standard deli with limited seating, mainly a grab-and-go spot. Portions are a good size for the price. Overall- Meh read more

Salumi - porchetta sandwich - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Delicious sandwich. I got the eggplant parmesan and while I took a few bites of the other sandwiches that other people got, this one was actually by far my favorite. I also liked the porchetta but while the flavors for that one was great but ratio-wise it was actually a bit heavy on the pork. The eggplant parm though was perfect ratio-wise. And it came with marinara to dip in. The sandwich was texturally diverse, the bread fluffy but toasted to a great crisp, and the eggplant was really flavorful too. The marinara was so umami and probably one of the best marinara I've had. The sandwich was served piping hot and oops yeah I burned the roof of my mouth. read more

Salumi - Eggplant parmesan - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Salumi is BOMB. I got the rec from a friend of a friend, and we came on july 4, 2025 around 2p. There was no parking immediately out front so we ended up just barely finding a spot like 2 blocks away. Because it was a holiday, they were not charging for street parking thankfully! When we came in there was a short line, it moved fast. It took about 15-20 mins for our food to be ready. Will also say, they close at 3p so we just barely caught them around 2, but even so - they were sold out of SEVERAL items. The sandwich I originally wanted (porchetta) wasn't available so I ended up getting one of their cold sandwiches with olive tapenade. It was SUPER filling, and really tasty! My mom got the mushroom based hot sandwich that comes with dipping marinara and we both also liked it. We had some cherries as well that we bought at rainier and by the end of lunch we were both stuffed, and didn't even eat dinner that night because we were still full. Including tax and tip I think it had cost like $44? Really wasn't too bad!! Would definitely come back to try other sandwiches. Just wish they were open a little later for dinner but I think they close @3p every day (according to Google). read more

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This spot has been a Seattle classic for a while, located in Pioneer Square and conveniently close to one of my favorite coffee roasters, Elm. I tried the Grinder ($17), a cold sandwich made with "house-made mortadella and salami, provolone, shredded iceberg lettuce, house-made dill pickle chips, Dijon mustard, mayo, and a red wine vinaigrette." The sandwich was well-constructed. The ingredients felt balanced. I liked that it didn't feel heavy or greasy, and the portion size was satisfying. That said, $17 for a cold sandwich (without sides) is steep. I've had sandwiches that were just as tasty, bigger, and meatier for less -- especially in cities like St. Louis. I get that Seattle prices are what they are, but still. Of course, we all know their famed eggplant parm sandwich. If I'm ever in the mood for sandwiches + no meat, I'd be open to giving it a try. read more

Salumi - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I will start by saying their sandwiches are absolutely fantastic! Five stars for these sandwiches, the porchetta is amazing - how you eat it as one person I'm not sure, and why is the size so different than the cubano for nearly the same price, I also don't know...but leave that up to the Salumi gods to answer. Every sandwich here is great - though the Porchetta you must try - it's really special! Good things take a while to make, and that is the issue here - it is VERY HARD to get your sandwich in an orderly manner and on time. Like if you try to go during the lunch rush it is crazed! Also why are the hours so short - I would eat this for dinner! But truly, you need to order online and then probably expect to wait a bit longer than desired for that sandwich. You'll be happy once you eat it, but yeah - it's not easy. Also pro trip, add cheese to that porchetta sandwich - like why not go all in if you're going in! read more

Salumi - Porchetta sandwich - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Best sandwich I have had in the city recently. Never could go wrong with a BLT fresh bread and fresh ingredients. Open kitchen concept so I saw them making the bread. Workers chill and still welcoming despite being in an afternoon rush. If you're in Pioneer Square area and craving a sandwich come here! read more

Salumi - BLT - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I found this sandwich shop between FIFA games in Pioneer Square. OMG! The sandwich was amazing. I wanted the Cuban, but they were out so I had the Muffo. I have a new love. The sandwich made me feel like I was still on vacation in Italy. read more

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Eggplant Parmesan was my favorite out of the two sandwiches we tried. The Grindhouse was fine but was missing something (I think part of the secret to a good sandwich is air -- spacing between ingredients -- rolling meats and cheeses to create more texture and mouthfeel). Outdoor seating is nice on Occidental with the tree coverage. Self-order at the counter by yourself then prompted for a 15, 20, or 25%. I said out loud "what the heck are we tipping for here?" And pressed 15% to not hold up the line. The service is the same as touch-screen McDonald's (self collect condiments, water, bus your table) and no human interaction to order -- so tipping seems stupid here. Anyway the outdoor seating is nice and the sandwiches were okay; I'd have the eggplant Parmesan again if I were already in the area. read more

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So happy that this place is still open! I come into office every so often after the pandemic and was so glad to see Salumi still up and running. My favorite sandwich spot for lunch. Everything on the menu is delicious, but if I had to choose, can never go wrong with the muffo. Thick sandwich with yummy Italian cut meats. The second picture also shows the salami and cheese (fresh mozz) and that is also delicious! read more

Salumi - Salami and Cheese Muffo - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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It's not for everyone! If you like meatballs- come on by! If you like lots of bread- come on by! Pre-COVID the sandwiches were well balanced between meet and bread. Nowadays not so much. Even though I work a block away, I only went there once in the last 2 years. Folks told me about the change but I had to experience it for myself. read more

It was by divine appointment that the one sandwich my mom and I DIDN'T order but continue to order to this day, came as a mistake. The best mistake that ever happened. I don't often order vegetarian sandwiches, but I would get this over and over again. So good my friend ate my other half and she didn't touch hers. Lowk regret but I insisted because I want to share my joy. Haha. read more

Salumi - Eggplant parm - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I have been wanting to try this place for 15 years lol seriously... they even moved locations since then. Anyways, I got a turkey club, no onions. I was very good. I will definitely try the cubano next time! read more

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I think the sandwiches here are well crafted and yummy, and the staff are very nice and helpful. The place is pretty busy all the time but I ordered ahead for pickup so I didn't have to really wait which was nice. I tried their Turkey club sandwich which was $17 and their Italian sandwich which was $15. Each sandwich is about 8-ish inches long and the bread is quite nice. read more

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I've been coming here for years. The owner is a pioneer in the cured meats game and his sausages and salami are top notch. The handmade gnocchi are outstanding and sandwiches are huge. I just found out Coro is their house brand of salami and the lemongrass and mole salami are rich with flavor, pack a lot in each bite, and the various flavor profiles go well with cheeses, salads and olives. Ambiance is cozy and small. I like how their location has remained in tact for years. There is usually a line andI m happy business is good. My review is long overdue. read more

Ordered this sandwich to go online. The online ordering platform was very easy to navigate and had a lot of customizable options. When I went to pick up, the staff were super friendly. There is a lot of indoor seating at the restaurant and it was clean inside. I was not prepared for how huge this sandwich is! I ordered the braised Porchetta sandwich. I want to come back with a friend and order two sandwiches and switch halves. Definitely coming back. read more

Salumi - Braised Porchetta - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My husband and I have been meaning to try the eggplant vegetarian sandwich and we were so glad we did. I ordered through their online platform and it was pretty fast and efficient. Upon arrival, they have a 3 minute pick up zone - which made it awesome for a quick dash through DT Seattle. The sandwich came with a warm marinara soup that was perfect for dunking the crispy goodness. We ordered one priced at about $18. read more

I came late in the afternoon and they were sold out of the eggplant which I was hoping to get. So we built a sandwich instead - classic salami, mozzarella and all the fixings as they recommended. Overall the sandwich was fine, didn't see what all the hype was about. Agree as others have mentioned it's quite cold with the layers of meat and cheese which made it mildly unpleasant to eat. But I suspect maybe the other warm sandwiches are much better. Would be willing to return and try another sandwich, but don't necessarily recommend getting what we did. Still a steady flow of people coming in at 2pm but only 1-2 people in line. You order on a tablet and folks are making sandwiches behind the counter. Didn't order ahead and took about 10 min to get sandwich. Plenty of seating despite the restaurant being small. Street parking only. read more

Salumi - Salami sandwich - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The eggplant parm sandwich was okay but a bit bland, I'm not sure it's worth $18.00. I definitely think this is a better fit for meat eaters, as the meat sandwiches looked much fuller. It was quite a long wait as well, considering there weren't many folks there when I was. read more

Salumi - Eggplant Parm $18.00 - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Fantastic sandwiches -- but be prepared to hunt for parking. We ordered the Grindhouse, a Mortadella, classic Salami, stacked with Dijon mustard, mayo, shredded iceberg, house made dill pickles, provolone, and a bright red wine vinaigrette, all on a perfectly chewy demi baguette. Every bite was balanced and delicious in a cute space. Downside for older guests is the unmanned Kiosk to order. No opportunity to ask about the sandwiches and then after ordering yourself the kiosk asks for a tip! And parking, however, was nearly impossible. We ended up in a garage that cost more than the sandwich itself. Still, the food was excellent -- just go when you have patience (or a chauffeur). read more

Cute, friendly sandwich shop that seems to stick with what they're good at, sandwiches. Saw a video online that said best sandwich in Seattle so decided to try. Because they close early I had to make it on a weekend for lunch. We had the caprese and grinder sandwiches. The caprese in its simplicity won out between the two and I would get it again. Would love to come back and try a hot sandwich. read more

Salumi - Caprese & Grinder - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Handsome, welcoming staff. They say 'hello' as soon as you walk in. Small menu. Fast service. Kiosk. Open space. Generous portions. Tendernism. I got the pork sandwich, it was very good but it felt like it was missing something, maybe cheese. Cheese is 2 or 3 dollar add on. I'm too cheap for that. Anyway, will return to try more of the menu. read more

Salumi - Pork sandwich - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We needed to find a sandwich spot in the area, and Eater recommended this one. The sandwiches looked big, so we decided to split the eggplant parm. They served the sauce on the side so you dip the sandwich in it (a nice way to control the amount of sauce on the sandwich). However, the eggplant itself seemed under seasoned. Hubs liked it, so maybe it's just me. Seating is a bit limited (a few tables inside and a few outside), but the vibe is good. In any case, this was mid (as the youths would say). read more

Not what it once was, but their customer service still slaps. Of course I miss the old 2nd Ave S Ext spot, but nice to see this place still alive and well, the quality of food ins hit or miss...but the staff makes it easy to give them 4 stars for a 2-star sammy... read more

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This is a well known sandwich joint in Seattle. Used to be owned by Armado Batalli (Mario's father). Super busy but the line moves at a decent pace. The issue is once ordered, prepare to wait for a while... Even though they had three people preparing the sandwiches, they do not move fast...(including a young person - we surmised a new staff member?). We ordered two sandwiches and waited for almost 20 minutes... The sandwiches though made up for most misgivings... Both the porchetta and meatball sandwiches were on point. The bread for the meatballs was crunchy outside and chewy inside... They really do need to get their operations better as we could hear many folks complaining about the wait... read more

Quality has gone way down. We ordered the Eggplant Parm, Caprese, Tomato Soup, and Caesar salad. The sandwiches were extremely underwhelming , soup was bitter, and the salad dressing was super fishy with mayo. Here's a pic of my mealy, dry caprese. Not going back. read more

Salumi - Salumi's dry and mealy Caprese. - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington