To start, the sandwiches are a little pricey, but they are very tasty. I have successfully split them with a friend, and that makes the value more reasonable. But I'm actually writing about the company's website and phone recording. Once, on a prior holiday, and today due to a winter storm, I wasn't sure if the restaurant was open. In both cases (where the restaurant turned out to be closed), the website (appropriately) didn't allow online orders, and (more importantly) THE OUTGOING PHONE RECORDING WAS UPDATED WITH CURRENT INFORMATION. In an era where businesses barely have phone numbers to call, or employees who answer with something other than 'hello', is rare (and by the way, this is the fault of management if they don't properly train their staff). THANK YOU FOR HAVING YOUR SHIT TOGETHER IN COMMUNICATING YOUR HOURS TO THE PUBLIC. I, for one, appreciate it. read more

Sam LaGrassa's is a Boston legend that's lost its way. As a local, I used to defend Sam LaGrassa's to anyone who called it a tourist gimmick. It was the gold standard for a real sandwich in the city. Sadly, the magic has faded. Between the soaring prices and the shrinking portions, the value just isn't there anymore. You can taste the "corner-cutting"--the flavors aren't as bold as they used to be, and the sandwiches feel noticeably smaller even though the cost has increased exponentially - I mean $30 for a sammy?! It should have gold in it! Even then, I'd keep coming once in awhile if the service was worth it. but honestly - the staff seems burnt out even bright early in the morning. It's hard to justify the premium price for a shadow of what this place used to be. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Sam's 3 Way Roast Beef - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Looking for lunch while walking the Freedom Trail so we walk over and the place is pretty busy so things look good. Reviewing the menu and wow...this place is pricey. $25+ each for a North Shore Roast Beef and a Chicken Cutlet. You do get a ton of roast beef and the sandwiches are tasty...but man, $60+ for 2 sandwiches and 2 cokes is pretty outta control. Food itself is a solid 4 stars but I can't really see the value to provide 4 stars overall. If you are on an expense account or money is no object go have a tasty sandwich read more

Ok..10 out of 10 sandwich! I got the white tuna on Scala bread. Perfectly sized sandwich. And the way they package it makes it like a gift. Perfect to take to a park or a hidden spot to enjoy. Love their selection of drinks, especially Jarritos which are glass instead of plastic bottles. I got the mango. Now the drawback...the prices. I got the only sandwich I could afford on the menu. The other specialty sandwiches are all around $25. Maybe they are big enough to share? Anyway, despite th prices I did really enjoy it and would highly recommend coming here! read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Front window - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The only thing I regret about coming here is stopping by on my last day in town. Had I known how good the sandwiches were, then I would have ate here a few more times. I came upon opening on a weekday and quite a few people followed. It must get busy here on weekends because this weekday opening was busy. They had a huge catering delivery the staff was feverishly working to load up as well. The staff moved pretty quickly and got us our order fast. Everything was really good. The seating area is midsized. I could see it filling up during peak hours, but lucky for us we had plenty of seating. I'll be stopping by here again when I come back to town. read more

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This chipotle pastrami is $30 and it is the most expensive sandwich I ever had! I don't normally eat pastrami so this is my first impression. This was a big sandwich with lots of flavors and the pastrami to cole slaw ratio is a very good balance. I also really liked the Chipotle sauce with it. The service was great. I ordered in person and got it to go. They were very nice and got my order in a timely manner. There is lots of seating inside but it is super busy and there were no seating. Very casual and bustling place, they are popular for sure! read more

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I finally tried a sandwich from Sam LaGrassa's (the Diablo Pastrami) and--wow. This beast is stacked with chipotle mayo, BBQ sauce, melted jack cheese, applewood smoked bacon, Bermuda onion, and hot cherry peppers, all packed between a round roll. It was smoky with just the right amount of heat from the chipotle mayo, balanced beautifully by the subtle sweetness of the cherry peppers. Everything is made better by adding bacon for a savory crunch, and the pastrami itself? Perfect, tender, and flavorful. I ordered it to go, and they handed it over in this surprisingly cool little box that opens up so you don't need a plate--nice touch for presentation and it keeps from adding to the pile of dishes in the sink. Now, as much as I enjoyed every bite, it came out to almost $30 with everything, which feels steep for a sandwich, even a great one. So was it delicious? Absolutely. Was it $30-good? Maybe once--for the experience. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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What a sandwich (chipotle pastrami)! Tasted great. Service was pretty fast, very busy. Old school restaurant vibe. I would recommend coming here if you're visiting Boston. Also it's right near Boston common so you could eat in the restaurant or bring your sandwich down to the park and eat on the bench. A must try stop. read more

While $25 for a sandwich is an incredibly steep price, I believe this sandwich is worth it. I usually find meat heavy sandwiches boring and not super yummy, but these sandwiches have changed my view completely. The meat is soo flavorful and tender! I came in a skeptic of their food but literally one bite in and my mind was changed. This is the first (and quite possibly the only) place that could make me rationalize spending close to 30 dollars for a single sandwich. The size of the sandwiches aren't huge though so those with big appetites might not be full at the end, but these sandwiches are worth it because of their quality, not quantity. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Chipotle Pastrami - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The juiciest and most flavorful pastrami sandwiches I ever had. I really liked the pastrami traveler and my boyfriend liked the pastrami reuben so you can't really go wrong. There was a bit of a line and wait but it was worth it. There is a good amount of seating inside and there was a couple tables available even though there was a lot of people. I think it was because most people were taking it to go. read more

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The best sandwich shop in Boston full stop. Be prepared to wait in the line as it is always packed but the wait is worth the reward. Go with the corned beef and pastrami combo and thick cut French fries. You will not regret it. read more

Certainly the best pastrami sandwich I've had in ages, maybe ever. I ordered the chipotle pastrami, which is medium sliced pastrami, Cole slaw, honey mustard, some cheese, other spices, eg chipotle, served on a grilled roll. Perfect ratio of meat to other ingredients. I'm comparing this in my mind with pastrami's at Carnegie deli in NYC and smoked meat venues in Montreal. Hands down this was superior. Certainly the best pastrami sandwich I've had in ages, maybe ever. I ordered the chipotle pastrami, which is medium sliced pastrami, Cole slaw, honey mustard, some cheese, other spices, eg chipotle, served on a grilled roll. Perfect ratio of meat to other ingredients. I'm comparing this in my mind with pastrami's at Carnegie deli in NYC and smoked meat venues in Montreal. Hands down this was superior. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Chipotle Pastrami - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Truly one of the best experiences on my Boston trip. Downtown there is a small sandwich shop that on busy days has a line. Hate lines but this is worth it. Small shop with seating inside and great service! Quick and to the point. But it's the combination of flavors and bread I love. Pastrami and corned beef! With slaw and dressing! Oh yes please. The cuban was also about perfect! Chips? Yes. Soda and other drinks? Yes!! Just go!!! read more

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Psst. Hey. Yes you, c'mere. Wanna slam down the best pastrami sandwich of your life? You're in luck. You're in Sam LaGrassa's. Wish I had one of these spots back home. I also don't. I'd be there every day. Recommend. Staff are efficient, dining area is comfy, use napkins. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Absolutely the best sandwiches in Boston you gotta get there early. The lines are insane, but they move right along. The people are friendly there, but the food is cooked up perfection. read more

We love this place! We were in Boston and a cold and rainy April day and decided we were going back to the hotel to sit and read. First though we stopped at Sam's and got ourselves a turkey Rachel with some sides to take back to the hotel Fantastic sandwiches as always. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I ordered a chipotle pastrami sandwich to go and told the man who took my order that I had a 20 minute ride home. He was thoughtful enough to suggest I get the coleslaw and sauce on the side so my sandwich didnt get soggy, and he was right! I put the sandwich together myself when I got home and it was totally delicious. My only critique is that for $25 bucks, there could have been a bit more pastrami. Sam LaGrassa's definitely lives up to the hype! read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Best pastrami in Boston! Very tender, moist, great flavor, and nicely smoked (although a tad too salty for my preference). I dont think that Sam Lagrassa is necessarily as good as other renowned spots like Katz, Langers, or Schwartz (in Montreal) but the pastrami still very much hits the spot nevertheless! Tip: The pastrami here are cut thinly by default but you can ask to change the thickness to your liking. I personally prefer more of a meatier bite so I had requested for a thicker cut. Price of a pastrami sandwich as of today was $22 read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Pastrami (requested thick cut) with swiss cheese and mustard on rye - $22 - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

So the service and the food was exemplary I had the spicy chicken cutlet sandwich, which was phenomenal. I've definitely never had a better sandwich in my life, but it was the price of what I can get a steak dinner at certain places which is a little ridiculous we went at work and everyone there got something different for the most part, and everybody loved their sandwiches. They even accommodated us by allowing us to order and pick it up before they were even really open for the public. The ambience inside is great. I love the way it looks all the staff was really friendly the really only drawback is the limited hours. It's open the location because there's no parking where it's in the middle of downtown Boston and the pricing it is very expensive. That's the only reason I didn't get five stars read more

No photos because I was so hungry! Right around the corner from my hotel... what a treat. Split the corned beef/pastrami combo and it was perfect. Loved the bread, meat and dressing. Melted in my mouth and left me wanting more. I read some reviews citing the cost of the sandwiches being high but my experience was that I definitely got my money's worth. High quality ingredients... served quickly and efficiently read more

I've eaten here twice and both times I felt it was just OK. But I could be wrong because this place is poppin every time I've walked past. Perhaps I am ordering wrong. But I'm just not impressed. The pastrami is extremely tender and juicy but it's not overly flavorful. I also need to order extra toppings and condiments and I'm sure I'd enjoy the sandwich better. I live a good pastrami sandwich especially and Rueben sandwich with sauerkraut. This time I made a mistake and ordered the Rumanian Pastrami. It was very simple... meat and cheese. These sandwiches are very large and also highly expensive. $20+ each depending on which one you get. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Rumanian Pastrami - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Who the heck is calling this the best sandwich in Boston?????????????? Had the chipotle pastrami and it was ..... fine....? Honestly it was better the second day which like. Can someone market their food on it being good day old? Idk. Pros: staff is nice and professional, service is fast Staff is nice, vibes inside feel 90s Beantown in a charming way Cons: insanely overpriced and honestly just not that good. $30 for these sandwiches is unhinged. I never want to hear someone complain about Chinese or Mexican food being "too expensive" ever again because people thinking any sandwich is worth $30 is insane. Good god. Yes, I am taking into account that they make the pastrami in house. It was fine. It was not above mid at all, and if it wasn't for the overhyped status and price, I'd have forgotten about it already. Cannot believe I wasted a birthday meal on it. read more

The sandwiches can be a bit expensive, but they're worth the price. Their unique take on sandwiches and the flavorful sauces complement each offering. Service was pleasant and the location is great, I have no complaints. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I wish I could marry this chipotle pastrami sandwich. That's how much I loved it. My sister and I shared the chipotle pastrami with a Caesar salad and it was the perfect amount of food for lunch. Permanently bookmarked - I'll be returning for this. Service was friendly and very quick. Lots of seating available inside. Wild hours, make sure you check those out but it's worth planning your day around. read more

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This was the first place we stopped in Boston off the train downtown! I got the roast beef sandwich which came with a yummy sauce. The other was chicken parm with peppers...UGH WAS SO GOOD! It was 58.00 for these and one drink so keep in mind before you stop in. The service was super fast and they are on top of cleaning tables. THIS PLACE WAS FIRE!! Try it out!! Cool pictures inside too! read more

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Sandwiches here are delicious! Knocking off one star because they're expensive ($25 or more per pastrami sandwich). I came Friday for a late lunch with a friend around 1pm and there were some open seats. We split two sandwiches, the Chipotle Pastrami and Pastrami Caprese (toasted). The Chipotle Pastrami was a little sweet and served with chipotle mayo and it was hot, salty, and delicious. The pastrami tasted really good with just a little fat and not too salty. The caprese seemed unique and it was an interesting combination. The fresh ingredients were a nice contrast to the chipotle pastrami and it was served on an Asiago roll which was so good. I would probably re-order the chipotle between the two though. They cut the sandwiches in half so it was easy to split. And they were each served with a mildly pickled pickle. It took a while to receive our sandwiches even though it wasn't super crowded. We checked on them a couple times and were told the hot sandwiches take longer. Because of the price it would definitely not be a go to spot for me. But if I was craving pastrami, the flavors here are really great. read more

Oh how I hate falling in love with food that is far from me but thanks to work I will visit more frequently! Now I live in NY and I have been to Katz and Carnegie ( when it was opened ) and this one wins! This savory pastrami is a culinary masterpiece that will make smile and that your taste buds will enjoy; it's a perfect blend of a tender texture and unique flavor rich flavorful . Each bite is phenomenal, it is a delightful experience as the meat melts in your mouth, leaving you craving for more. It's a true standout among pastramis, a must-try for any food enthusiast looking for a memorable dining experience in Boston . Greek salad - skip Clam Chowder - pretty good Chipotle Pastrami- good Pastrami Po Boy- good Southern Pastrimi - to drive and die for ! I get it with sour dough and sauces in the side to add as much as I want and it's PERFECTION!!! read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Southern Pastrami - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Been to Sam LaGrassa's a handful of times over the last decade, but writing my first review now. My partner and I got a pastrami diablo and southwestern pastrami - TASTE: 5/5 - favorite was the diablo w its sweet BBQ sauce and hot cherry peppers! The southwestern more so highlighted the meaty pastrami itself TEXTURE: 4/5 - the onions and cold jack cheese worked well in the diablo, though I preferred the melted pepper jack cheese and grilled light rye bread in the southwestern PRICE: 3/5 - prices have continued to rise over the years unfortunately. Total came to $56 for the two sandwiches SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - the diablo was loaded thick on the round roll, while the pastrami was more of a flat sandwich. Both satisfied us for lunch SERVICE: 4/5 - walked in at 1:30pm on a Friday, waited a few minutes in line, and got our food less than 10min after ordering ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - classic sandwich spot. If you hit the lunchtime rush, seating (at tables or the bar) can get limited PARKING: 4/5 - got a metered street spot on Arch St and walked 5min read more

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Awesome cornbeef sandwiches Must go there every time we're in Boston Great place service is great and clean read more

100% matches the hype. I got the rumanian pastrami which was unexpectedly sweet and not overly salty. Something about the bread was crispy and definitely hit the spot. My brother inhaled his sandwich, so i guess that speaks for itself. It was less busy than i imagined, but takeout was a breeze and 10/10 for the box packaging. read more

pastrami caprese 3/5 - has a sweet sauce pastrami reuben 3.5/5 - good pastrami, but the bread is not the most crunchy Great sando place for Boston. Good portions, but quite pricey. Around ~$25 for a sando that comes with a couple slices of pickles on the side. Not sure the prices justify the portion sizes you get. Very casual place to grab a bite to eat to-go or a quick sit-down place for lunch. Good service. It has the same kind of ordering system as a café. You go in and order at one of the cashiers and wait for your order to be completed. Once your order is completed, it will be called out and you can go pick it up and the counter. If you order for dining in, your order will be taken to the table you choose to sit at. Probably will be very difficult to find parking in the area. If you're lucky you might be able to find street parking on some streets nearby, but would recommend taking the T to get there. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - pastrami reuben - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I have always wanted to check this place out and decided to order a chicken sandwich. I got the chicken mafia. The portion size is large and very favorable. They offer online orders and make the sandwiches really fast. They have some tables if you choose to dine in. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Chicken Mafia - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They are the sandwich specialists! When you enter Sam LaGrassa's, you are greeted by happy faces and a huge crowd of people that are here to try the legendary sandwiches. Order at the counter, and your sandwich is out to you within 5 minutes. Wow! This place is fast and apparently makes a couple thousand of subs a day for only being open until 2pm. I ordered the Italiano, my boyfriend had the pastrami Ruben. We love our sandwiches but we were not ready for the mastery of all sandwiches. The italiano was sweet and spicy with great peppers on it and lots of meats. They do not skimp on you! The Ruben practically melted in our mouths. They were consistent throughout and just extremely tasty. As I was eating our sandwiches, I was reminded of my home, NY, and how I need everyone to try these amazing sandwiches. Thank you Sam LaGrassa's! We will be back SOON read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Italiano - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Used to be so much better. The sandwiches are so expensive now and the quality not as good. Rondos is a much better sandwich shop and prices are so reasonable. read more

Love everything about Sam LaGrassa's except the price. The food is amazing. Highly recommend the hot pastrami sandwiches. Online ordering ahead is easy, they do catering for businesses all week as well as counter service. The only downside is the price. Around 15 years ago the cheapest pastrami sandwich was maybe $12 and that seemed expensive. Then it was $15 and that was the first sandwich that expensive downtown but people would still go. Today the price range is $20-$30 per sandwich, which makes this really a luxury lunch and not as much of a daily lunch spot. But if they can sell at volume at those prices, more power to them! read more

FOOD: I got the Turkey Rachel for delivery and it did not disappoint! Great flavor all-around and the turkey was moist and thinly sliced. Prices are a bit steep for a sandwich but you're paying for great quality - and look at all of that meat! Already craving this sandwich again, and looking forward to visiting the storefront soon! read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Turkey Rachel - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Well. We may have wandered into one of the best sandwich shop/Deli in Boston. Just off The Common, we were looking for a spot before the start of our Freedom Trail Tour. We found it. Easy order system that works. Extensive menu. The pastrami was 5*. I'm still thinking about. Crazy crowded at lunch time. Yet their system is smooth. Men's BR is on 2nd floor, women's on 3rd. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - people sitting at the bar - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The Reuben at Sam Lagrasses is absolutely INCREDIBLE definitely worth the $25 the workers are nice and the ambience is quite good for a deli/sandwich place. Only negative is that the table we sat at didn't feel very clean felt kinda sticky but other than that it was great. 10/10 would come back. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Delicious Reuben - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Overhyped. Not worth $30 imho while other sandwich places range from $10-20. Not going back, but then I am not crazy for pastrami sandwiches. I had the Chipotle Pastrami, too sweet for my taste. read more

For one of my last days in Boston, I wanted to stop by a deli in the city. Sam LaGrassa's had great ratings, so I chose them. The signs on the outside of the restaurant boasts the "World's #1 Sandwich" which is obviously a bold claim. I opted for the Italiano instead of the many Ruben options they offer. The service was great and the cashier I had was very kind and welcoming as I took the time to decide what to order. The sandwich itself was very very good I would say! It was packed with many slices of deli meat and cheese, and I'm not quite sure what sauces were inside, but there was a sauce that had an excellent subtly sweet and spicy flavor that paired excellently with the rest of the components of the sandwich. I will however say that price is pretty outrageous. I frankly cannot justify spending $24 on a sandwich--even a very good one--more than once. Something to be considered. read more

Sam LaGrassa's - Italiano - Delis Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts