Seriously the best sandwich shop I have ever been to. Is there a way to give bonus stars?
The outside doesn't look very inviting, more like a permanent food truck vibe. Food comes in brown paper bags. There is one guy cooking and one on the register with only counter service. But as the saying goes: don't judge this place by its cover.
The food is absolutely epic. The flavors complex and kept developing between bites.
We started with the Loco Moco Burger and it had an elevated compilation of deep curry mayo, the smooth egg yoke, juicy smash patties, perfectly melty cheese, and a heavenly cloud textured bao bun.
I didn't think it could get better but when I tasted the Birria Baguette it was love at first bite. My tongue wanted more time to bathe in the flavor, but it was sooo good my brain wanted me to ravenously devour it so none of it could escape. I do not have the words to covey how it's an amazing absolute piece of art. The flavor balance is on point. The combo of slow roasted brisket simmered and slathered with a magical combo of a Korean take on birria, garlic, and chimmichurri sauces popped like fireworks. The sauce was complimented with super fresh onions and cilantro. The pickled red onions were like a cherry on top of perfection. I actually licked the paper wrapper it came in.
I am from Philly and have been very critical of west coast sandwich shops in the past. This place elevated the bar! Their birria baguette is now my new #1 sandwich. It dethroned my previous holy grail of Jim's on south cheesesteak. I am pleasantly shocked.
TLDR: Order the Birria Baguette! It's magic on a bun. read more