We've been wanting to try South Dowling Sandwiches for a while now but because it's only open Monday- Friday, that's been a challenge when we don't work nearby. We took the opportunity on a day off to visit. Knowing it's popularity, we ordered online which was awesome because it meant they were ready on arrival. Now you can get a sandwich pretty much anywhere these days, but these are more than just your regular sandwich. They are massive gourmet sandwiches, on the softest, freshest bread ever! You can get some of their listed options or alter them on the order if there's something you can't eat. We ordered the "Jimmy Sandwich" on brown bread (you can opt brown or white) with Chilli chicken, lettuce, avocado, caramelised carrot, cucamber, spanish onion, rocket & red pesto. We added some pickles. A delicious and huge sandwich that kept us full for hours. Some other examples include sandwiches with Veggies, chicken schnitzel, ham, poached chicken, smoked salmon and even special add ons of caramelised carrot or potato salad. There's also salads served in little takeaway boxes if you prefer. Salads are dressed with a light balsamic vinegar and olive oil. We went to the Alexandria store and there's a few stools to sit outside and eat. We're super keen to return when we get a day off! read more

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This sandwich place was very close to where we stayed in Sydney and there was always a long line, so I had to try it. The sandwiches peoole were getting looked massive. My husband and I shared ham sandwich and it was really good. The bread was chewy and soft at the same time. All the veggies they put on are fresh. I recommend putting carameralized carrots. I was bid sad to see how little ham they used tho. They said their recommendations are chicken schnitzel and spicy chicken. If I ever had a chance to go back to Sydney, I would definitely go out of my way to get their sandwhiches again. read more

South Dowling Sandwiches - Fast Food Near Me - Darlinghurst, NSW

There are some places as a local you miss out on. If it's a weekday gig, it's the people working in the area who get all the goods. South Dowling Sandwiches is such a place. Off work sick, I was finally able to sink my chompers into this pocket rocket sandwich / salad shop. This place is a tight operation 12-2pm. The staff churn out stuffed and I mean STUFFED sandwich after salad bowl after sandwich. It's not just the size of these satisfying lunches that turns one-timers into regulars - their ingredients got flair too. Rocket that looks like it was foraged in the wild, a homemade "red pesto" teeming with flavour and crunchy golden chicken shnitty to put pubs to shame. The most unique though? Those caramelized carrots! Sweet and chewy twisted tendrils that make you guess, just how did they make these? I watched as they replenished bowls of those orange veges, keeping up with the hot demand. I look forward to trying the chilli chicken next time. With briny pickles and sweet carrots... read more

I've never heard of this place before, so when my partner said there's a good sandwich place nearby I was all ears and we zipped right over. I made the mistake of coming here after a dental procedure so half of my mouth was numb and I couldn't taste anything except with the right/right rear side of my tongue, which means I'll need to revisit this place for a proper verdict. Anyway, since I could only taste bitter, sour, and semi-salty take this review with a grain of...salt. I had the chicken schnitzel special on brown for $12.50 (typically $7.50) and the special comes with boiled egg, caramelised carrots, potato salad, avocado, tomato, and cheese. With my half assed tongue I could tell that this was delicious, especially the caramelised carrots. I could do without the potato salad though, that was just unnecessary filler, same goes for the egg. The sandwiches are pretty big, not Malibu big but decent sized enough that if you weren't that hungry you could take one home to eat later. Best sandwiches in Sydney? No, but pretty good nonetheless. The salads looked delicious as well, have to say the caramelised carrots are a winner here. Will be back with proper taste buds. read more

South Dowling Sandwiches - Schnitzel special - Fast Food Near Me - Darlinghurst, NSW

To review or not to review, that is the question. I had some serious apprehensions when deciding whether or not to review South Dowling Sandwich, because, well, it's so damn good! You might be thinking to yourself, "Why is this girl getting so excited about a sandwich?" But you will never understand how good a sandwich can be until you visit this place. Be sure to get there early (before midday) because come lunchtime, there's a line out the door and you might miss out on some of your favourite toppings. You can either choose a sandwich from the menu board, or create your own. My personal favourite goes a little something like this: * White bread (you can choose between the brown and white loaf, and slices are cut to order, ensuring freshness every time). * Chicken schnitzel. * Red pesto. * Caramelised carrots. * Rocket (and not the sad looking, wilted variety you find in the supermarket). * Potato- that's right, potato on a sandwich, carb on carb, so filling, so good. * Cheddar cheese. * Avocado. These are just a few of the toppings you can choose from, but be warned, the more you add, the more expensive your sandwich is going to be. Each topping costs approximately $1 extra, so by the time you're done, your $8 chicken schnitzel sandwich will cost $15. But I guarantee it will be the best sandwich you've ever tasted. read more

South Dowling Sandwiches - Fast Food Near Me - Darlinghurst, NSW

I couldn't wish to live across the road from any other sandwich shop. South Dowling sandwiches deserves the huge lines that snake it's entrance. Camouflaging itself in the skin of a Surry Hills semi, this very modest establishment is a favourite that I share with many other Sydney siders. Locals flock to the old-fashioned 'pick-your-ingredients' sandwich bar for their famous sweet chilli chicken sandwiches, and salads. After a small wait outside the entrance, you'll see all the fresh produce pilling up in stacks, which only confirms they understand how busy they can get. The modest and homely kitchen resonates with care and attention, where they'd rather keep you waiting a few more minutes, than serve anything less than perfect. One thing to remember is that these sandwiches are huge, enough to feel two people - so If you prefer, eat half now, and take the rest home, or back to work to eat later. If you want to avoid the lines, try to go mid-week outside of the lunch rush, or late afternoon on the weekend. read more

Went here for a spontaneous take-away lunch. A queue out the door at 1pm in the afternoon, which is usually a good sign! Due to the rush, the staff were quite militant in getting people through; a deer in the headlights, I chose the smoked salmon on brown bread, for ten dollars. Everything was lovely and fresh, though the amount of lettuce smothered the taste of the salmon. I'd either customise my sandwich or choose a different flavour next time. Payment was kind of chaotic, as they pass the sandwiches over to a cashier, who wasn't asking for payment. They only take EFTPOS over $15, which meant I had to skip getting one of their brownies (2.50 for small, 5.00 for large - finally, someone charges a fair price for brownies!), so I'll have to try them next time. Would I return? I would; though I probably wouldn't plan around it. There are several places in Paddington/Darlinghurst and the CBD that charge less for delicious sandwich-style lunch options that are better value for money. However, when I do end up going back, I will order a custom sandwich through Menulog first, and I will enjoy it. read more

Um, YUM. South Dowling Sandwiches is another one of these cult Surry Hills sandwich places, except the special here for me is the Tuna Salad. The cues down the street at lunchtime are a hint of how good this salad is. People come far and wide for this salad (well, I have driven from my place on the other side of town specially). This of course is no average tuna salad with the combination of ingredients including caramelized carrots, beetroot, beans, potato, cucumber, roma tomatoes, lettuce, mayo and of course tuna. Top it off with some thick cut brown bread and you're in some kind of food heaven. This salad will set you back $11.50 but it is worth that much and more. Try it. You won't regret it! read more

South Dowling Sandwiches - Fast Food Near Me - Darlinghurst, NSW

South Dowling Sandwiches are honestly the best sandwiches in Sydney. The sandwiches are delicious, service is pretty quick, and prices are very reasonable. If you haven't tried them before, the chilli chicken sandwich with caramelised carrots is a good place to start. But if you can't handle chilli, then anything with caramelised carrots is my recommendation. read more

South Dowling Sandwiches are pretty incredible. Their shop is small and basic just from looking at the shop from the street you most definitely do not expect the culinary delights they produce on a daily basis. First of all the bread is exquisite. You can choose from white or brown sourdough which is so soft in the middle but crunchy on the outside. And massive! The last time I had one for lunch I couldnt eat dinner. Great on the purse! Their range of delectable fillings is second to none too. There are so many delicious things to choose from and so different to every other sandwich bar. The roasted and caramelized carrots are an absolute must. Do yourself a favour and get to South Dowling Sandwiches. Simple concept. Delicious taste. read more

Always a long queue at lunchtime, but its worth the wait. Great food with fresh super fresh, quality ingredients. I love their spicy chicken, Hugo and vegetarian sandwiches...family owned.....highly recommended read more

South Dowling Sandwiches best sandwiches in Sydney. The sandwiches are large. Caramelised carrots are a must My favourite is chili chicken or the chicken schnitzel very good!! read more

Definitely the best sandwich joint in Sydney! You can choose to be as healthy as you like by having salads, or go big with their generous serving of sandwiches! I always order the schnitzel sandwich with cabbage and caramelised carrot. I'm such a regular that as soon as I walk in, the staff know already what I want! now that is service when you consider the hundreds of people that flock here on a daily basis! read more

The Hugo is amazing! Small shop but they have their system down and pump out sandwiches like crazy. Always a huge cue for this place but It goes by quick. read more

I don't get all the hype. I ordered the chili chicken sandwich and it was way too spicy.. I couldn't even taste anything else. The bread was nice and fresh, but I found nothing special about this sandwich at all. I will not be going back read more

Every now and then I crave the chicken schnitzel sandwich. I'll travel an hour, I'll order two (one to eat when i'm there, one to take home with me to eat in the middle of the night when i'm craving it). I hate sandwiches, I really do. But this sandwich is incredible, and the herb mayo is just perfect. The customer service is always great too. read more