405651 Sun May 27 14:54:17 -0700 2007 260 2 Los Angeles Area 0 2606453 Does LA have sandwiches that are stacked mile high with roast beef or pastrami? Any tasty accompanying spreads or mouth-watering condiments that makes one crave for more... Any secret garlic sauces or homemade spreads that really compliment add the synergistic effect, where the end product is much greater than the sum of the two pieces of bread + whatever your heart desires to be put in between. In my earlier post I inquired about delicious, interesting bakeries...now, i am simply asking fellow LA chowhounds for your favorite rec for SANDWICHES.... Sun May 27 14:54:17 -0700 2007 14138 Rina 1 2606457 Let's start with the Langer's hand cut pastrami on rye and go from there. Sun May 27 14:56:09 -0700 2007 2606453 10332 mc michael 2 2606479 I second Langers, but I'd like to point out that it's not stacked "mile high" But give it a try and maybe you'll find that great pastrami doesn't need to be monster portioned like at Carnegie Deli. Sun May 27 15:07:39 -0700 2007 2606457 47527 mcmal 3 2607927 Sorry, but you both are deli misguided. The best deli in the LA area is Brent's in Northridge (have not been to their 2nd location in Westlake Village). And they have the best sandwich, the Black Pastrami Reuben, with their Brisket Ortega Melt not too far behind. Get homefries with onions instead of fries it's a plate overflowing with heaven. Mon May 28 10:48:53 -0700 2007 2606479 10576 GroovinGourmet 4 2607951 We're only taking the hand cut pastrami at Langer's and maybe a Dr. Browns. Mon May 28 10:58:57 -0700 2007 2607927 10332 mc michael 4 2608189 Brent's CAN NOT compete with langer's pastrami. Mon May 28 13:12:54 -0700 2007 2607927 11201 Diana 4 2625196 As a regular at both brent's and Langer's, I have to say that the pastrami at Langer's is much superior. Virtually everything else on the menu is better at Brent's. In fact, I love Brent's whitefish salad with some rye bread and pickles more than just about anything else I've ever eaten at a deli. Sun Jun 03 09:27:18 -0700 2007 2607927 13350 glutton 4 2642225 "Deli misguided" I think not. Sorry but Langer's pastrami sandwich is second to none. Three votes to one! I guess that settles it! Fri Jun 08 10:23:38 -0700 2007 2607927 16606 adlevy 5 3636005 Would you say you were "Deli-luded"? Mon Apr 28 07:59:37 -0700 2008 2642225 99064 jerry200 4 3108073 I'd give anything for a deli war to break out. Brent's versus Langers. Now that's a shootout I'd pay to see. May the best deli win. Smackdown!!! Thu Nov 08 13:56:54 -0800 2007 2607927 65821 Golem 4 3707308 Philipes near the train station. Tue May 20 22:40:00 -0700 2008 2607927 21396 normalheightsfoodie 5 3936288 Philipes has gone down hill. last two times were pretty sad. Wed Aug 06 17:22:29 -0700 2008 3707308 60617 rednyellow 4 4788581 I disagree with the Brents recommendation. I found Brent's to be so-so, edible but nothing to write home about, and the service was horrid! Fri Jun 19 15:19:31 -0700 2009 2607927 1086302 Mst917198 5 4809655 Just order their whitefish salad and you'll be happy -- it's the best thing on the menu, the best whitefish salad in LA, and one of the best things to eat in LA. Fri Jun 26 16:39:22 -0700 2009 4788581 13350 glutton 6 4910004 I went to Brent's for the first time recently and everything was spectacular. Much better than any of the delis further south. Sat Aug 01 21:20:59 -0700 2009 4809655 127538 wutzizname 7 4910007 Ditto on Brent's!! Sat Aug 01 21:26:59 -0700 2009 4910004 60993 bruinike 2 2607996 Agreed. the number 19 is tough to beat. Mon May 28 11:22:43 -0700 2007 2606457 69693 anothernotch 3 2622666 I had the #19 (paid for the lean cut) today, it was so perfect, I got dizzy. I planned a couple appointments in the area around a Langers lunch, and it was so totally excellent. I am a regular at Brents and a life-long Philippe's loyalist, but the #19 (lean) today was in another class altogether. Eating that at the counter while reading the last Al Martinez column in the LAT was a bittersweet experience. Fri Jun 01 23:06:21 -0700 2007 2607996 19797 Otius Gojius 4 3936441 YES on Langer's #19, with a dish of their potato salad and a cream soda. Nothing comes closer to heaven. If the doctor gets on you, they will also make it with thin sliced turkey too. Wed Aug 06 18:25:22 -0700 2008 2622666 191801 JosephEBacon 2 2608134 Agree. The Langer's number 19 would be my pick. Thi gets it exactly right (as usual) here: http://www.chowhound.com/topics/60237 . Mon May 28 12:40:10 -0700 2007 2606457 10134 David Kahn 3 5110760 A friend suggested I have the #19. I don't like rye bread, coleslaw, or pastrami... 3 bites into the sandwich, and he was talking to me, but I wasn't hearing anything. The angels wept, and I have never tasted a better sandwich in my life. It is magical. Brb, I have to change my pants now, just thinking about it. Sat Oct 17 14:17:12 -0700 2009 2608134 198336 Cybernaut 1 2606487 The Godmother from Bay City in SM. Sun May 27 15:12:22 -0700 2007 2606453 93262 DoctorQuality 2 2606925 This sandwich is so good, I nearly passed out last time I had one. Sun May 27 20:01:57 -0700 2007 2606487 101517 reverendalexg 3 2606950 Everyone I know is obsessed with this sandwich! My boyfriend happily waits in line for over an hour at least once a week. I personally find it waaaay overrated. The few times I've tried it the bread totally shreds the roof of my mouth making it extremely uncomfortable to eat. Tastes good enough, but definitely not my favorite. Sun May 27 20:17:08 -0700 2007 2606925 21341 hrhboo 4 2612442 My goodness... Have the boy fax his order in!! Its the only way to get it... just fax and pick it up! --Dommy! Tue May 29 22:22:32 -0700 2007 2606950 10659 Dommy 5 2613822 He's since learned that they keep a stash of prepared sandwiches in a basket on the counter so he can just grab n' go. Don't tell anyone, I assured him his secret would be safe. Wed May 30 11:17:41 -0700 2007 2612442 21341 hrhboo 5 3937859 Ordering on-line is even easier! Don't forget to bring cash so you can use the shorter cash-only line. Thu Aug 07 09:16:17 -0700 2008 2612442 18466 a_and_w 4 2623437 Ha, yes the bread has a crispy hard crust that can be a bit rough on the mouth. But it's damn good IMO ... I've learned to eat it carefully enough to avoid damage. :) Sat Jun 02 12:09:38 -0700 2007 2606950 71706 QualityMart 5 2623992 This is another reason why one must allow a resting period with the Godmother. Once it is wrapped for a bit, then the crust starts to give, although never really looses its great texture... TRUST me... Get a god mother, let it rest for about 1/2 hour (Nothing bad will happen, with all the salt in the meats and vinegar in the dressing a such), and THEN enjoy... the experience is otherworldly and is WHY the Godmother is the perfect picnic/doger game/hollywood bowl sandwich... --Dommy! Sat Jun 02 15:58:48 -0700 2007 2623437 10659 Dommy 6 2629803 We had the Godmother for the first time this weekend and it was AMAZING!!! My husband is from Brooklyn and has had many gripes since being in LA about the sandwhich options. We live in West Hollywood and I am sure we will be driving to Bay Cities in Santa Monica on a regular basis! Fantastic! Thanks to everyone who enthusiastically recommended this sandwich! Mon Jun 04 18:48:15 -0700 2007 2623992 93949 cecibean 7 2629834 You may have read this elsewhere in this or other posts relating to ordering at Bay Cities - you can fax your order in - having it waiting for you ain't bad - as Dommy! has mentioned - the flavors meld nicely with a little aging... I think faxing just before you leave from WeHo would be perfect timing... Check out their online menu - lots of great sammies that your hubbie could probably relate to... Mon Jun 04 18:57:28 -0700 2007 2629803 64003 bulavinaka 8 2630250 Thank you for this! Perfect! Mon Jun 04 21:54:32 -0700 2007 2629834 93949 cecibean 6 2642140 Dommy, I agree that the sandwiches are great after a 30 minute rest but I'd add one caveat to this. Bread is baked throughout the day, so you're always getting fresh bread, but sometimes, you'll get a roll that was just brought out from the oven. When the sandwich artist hands me a cold sandwich wrapped in the white deli paper that is warm to the touch, my heart skips a beat and I know I have to eat the sandwich as soon as possible to savor the warm crusty yet pliable bread playing against the cool meat and vegetable filling. Fri Jun 08 10:01:47 -0700 2007 2623992 89981 Wolfgang 7 2642337 I sir, have never had such good fortune... Thanks for letting me know!! --Dommy! Fri Jun 08 10:55:57 -0700 2007 2642140 10659 Dommy 3 2608618 heard good things about the "godmother", but what makes it such a great sandwich? Mon May 28 17:09:37 -0700 2007 2606925 14138 Rina 4 2609079 It's got a lot on it. The bread is good. And it tastes good with all the trimmings piled on it. Mon May 28 20:24:19 -0700 2007 2608618 10332 mc michael 5 2609119 Evolution - I don't think any great icon in the food world happens overnight... Mon May 28 20:40:23 -0700 2007 2609079 64003 bulavinaka 4 2623446 IMO it's the peppers that sell the thing. And good quality meats. Make sure to get it with "the works", which'll get you peppers and italian sauce amongst others. I wouldn't say the sandwich is heavenly (as opposed to some of my favorite sandwiches in other cities), but it's definitely a hearty and satisfying meal. Sat Jun 02 12:12:46 -0700 2007 2608618 71706 QualityMart 5 2624298 Actually, the "peppers" topping varies. The mild is chopped marinated peppers. The hot is mostly an olive spread with peppers. Sat Jun 02 18:20:08 -0700 2007 2623446 10855 nosh 2 2629556 where is baycity? friends were talking about it the other day.... Mon Jun 04 17:26:59 -0700 2007 2606487 92305 mmmclapclap 3 2629612 Bay Cities is on Lincoln North of the freeway. Mon Jun 04 17:46:32 -0700 2007 2629556 10332 mc michael 2 2709520 Bay Cities has the best deli sandwich bread in town. Light, crunchy, just enough flavor to accent the sandwich without overpowering the other flavors. The Godmother is a top notch sandwich. Sat Jun 30 13:46:39 -0700 2007 2606487 108960 HerbyN 3 3929708 Bay Cities is really hard to beat. I second, or triple, the Godmother sandwich. Simply awesome. Mon Aug 04 15:40:02 -0700 2008 2709520 215943 EarlyBird 1 2606489 Lnager's s the best tasting, But I think Art's in Studio City has the "mile high" sandwiches, of all varieties. They're pretty good. I like the sandwiches at Artisan Cheese gallery, especially the duck confit! Porto's does some OK cuban sandwiches. Sun May 27 15:14:28 -0700 2007 2606453 11201 Diana 1 2606499 Langer's pastrami and Bandera's French dip. Neither are packed a mile hile, but they are both still substantial and delicious Sun May 27 15:19:15 -0700 2007 2606453 14558 Ernie 1 2606502 Here's two - not exotic but solid. First, go to Bay Cities on Lincoln in Santa Monica and wait in line (or on line, whatever)and order a spicy sopressata with provolone, italian dressing and - this is crucial - spicy pepper salad. If you don't like this sandwich email me and I will refund your 5$. But save me the rest. I have also been making repeat trips to Havana Sandwich Co. on Main St. in El Segundo for their Miami Cuban which is a classic Cuban with salami added. Best Cuban in town IMHO. Looking forward to more replies on this topic. Sun May 27 15:20:07 -0700 2007 2606453 13327 BIM 2 2606530 Brent's deli for mile high, Langers for flavor. The godmother at Bay Cities for those who long for something close to an East coast sub. Sun May 27 15:38:48 -0700 2007 2606502 21944 Mateo R 2 2606653 I love Bay Cities. I really love vietnamese sandwiches in Westminster. Lee's is the best known, I think. They're not mile high, by any means, but it has spiciness with lots of herbs like cilantro. And they're like $1.50 last time I bought some. Can't beat that. Sun May 27 17:04:33 -0700 2007 2606502 89377 spicychow 2 2607015 What sandwich at Bay Cities is $5 ? are they selling half sandwiches now? Sun May 27 21:00:37 -0700 2007 2606502 11279 Burger Boy 3 2616718 The Poor Boy small is $4.00 as is the vegetarian. Thu May 31 08:20:27 -0700 2007 2607015 62188 Ogawak 1 2606555 http://esmdeli.com/ Sun May 27 15:54:01 -0700 2007 2606453 10883 JAB 1 2606640 1) Langer's pastrami sandwich 2) Sandwich Express's (Reseda) grilled pork sandwich (vietnamese bahn mi) 3) Weiler's Deli's (Woodland Hills) pastrami sandwich 4) Corner Bakery's ham & swiss Sun May 27 16:56:05 -0700 2007 2606453 59502 WHills 2 2606658 Chicken sando at Il Tramezzino in Beverly Hills Langer's Pastrami Bay Cities Godmother Any hot sandwich at Renaldi's in El Segundo Sun May 27 17:07:31 -0700 2007 2606640 16949 augustus gloob 3 2606665 I second the chicken sandwich at Il Tram, and the proscuitto sandwich too! Sun May 27 17:10:37 -0700 2007 2606658 21341 hrhboo 4 2606752 I love the chicken sandwich at Il Tramezzino too, but I like to add goat cheese to it. Bay Cities is my favorite sandwich in LA, but I also like the sandwiches at Larchmont Wine & Cheese. Sun May 27 18:17:22 -0700 2007 2606665 97324 navystreet 5 3105972 Another vote for chicken sandwich at Il Tramezzino. Thu Nov 08 00:57:35 -0800 2007 2606752 15633 fdb 4 2612406 The proscuitto sandwich at Angelo's Deli in Long Beach beats it. Full stop. Tue May 29 22:03:15 -0700 2007 2606665 58365 quartzcity 2 2615157 If you like cold banh mi, give the #3 a try at Sandwich Express next time - Pork roll and ham. It's like the dac biet, but w/out the headcheese. Good clean taste and texture and the pate flavor comes thru. It's especially good early in the morning when the bread is fresh out of the oven (but not if this one girl makes it...she has no touch). Also, the cha gio/fried spring rolls are quite good early in the morning. Not the best sammy in town, but it's my fave in the West Valley. Wed May 30 16:45:21 -0700 2007 2606640 20545 yclops 1 2606670 A certain French Dip sandwich comes to mind. Sun May 27 17:15:10 -0700 2007 2606453 10332 mc michael 2 3636145 I second the downtown "dip". Could be just nostalgia, though. Mon Apr 28 08:31:55 -0700 2008 2606670 178571 The Vapors 1 2606802 Rina, great photo! Sun May 27 18:42:45 -0700 2007 2606453 36661 Sam Fujisaka 2 2606818 Is that what the intermediate process of sandwiches de miga looks like? A whole lot of simple velvety goodness... toast those on a griddle and nothing more needs to be said... Sun May 27 18:49:24 -0700 2007 2606802 64003 bulavinaka 3 2606833 I love the Godmother Sandwich from Bay Cities as well. I have been going there since a was a junior in high school (almost 28 years!) and still look forward to that sandwich. I like it with extra peppers and with oil and vinegar! Sun May 27 19:02:21 -0700 2007 2606818 26816 handlertaper 1 2606854 I love the subs at Big Mo's in West Hills. They are my favorite. I generally go for a hot roast beef with provolone cheese. Yum! You can get spicy or regular mayo on it. I'm not a mayo fan, so I'm okay with getting the sandwich without any sauce. There's a place called My Hero in Northridge near CSUN. It has been open for many years. Although I've only eaten there once, one thing really stands out to me. Instead of regular tomatoes, they put a marinated fresh tomato salad on top of the subs. This is kind of like a very chunky pico de gallo, without the spices. It's actually quite good. Sun May 27 19:15:42 -0700 2007 2606453 57689 katkoupai 1 2606937 I love the Sloppy Joe Sandwich at Clementine. It is on a soft bun, served with luscious cole slaw and a bit of grated cheddar. It isn't always on the menu, but fortunately, it's on the catering menu and is available for special orders. Sun May 27 20:10:11 -0700 2007 2606453 67720 maudies5 1 2606997 DeFrankos by the Van Nuys Fly Away East Side Deli near Chinatown Tony's in Burbank, they cut the roll in 3rds so you have 2 layers My Fredos for a cheesesteak in Pasadena Claros market for a reasonable Italian Sub 5 bucks El Ruby next to Dinahs Chicken Glendale or The Truck outside Smart & Final on Venice for a Cemitas Poblano get the milanese with the oaxacan cheese Cardones in Silver Lake Italian Sub a bit pricey Tropical bakery for a Cuban ask them to leave it on the grill extra Bay Cities for the Godmother Palermos on Vermont for a meatball La Espanola Market in Harbor City for the spanish sandwich they make Langer's of course for chicken salad! Oops, I mean Pastrami! Zankou for a beef Shwarma Golden Fish on Hollywood Blvd for a lula Kebob Sahag's for a Basturma or a Sojouk sandwich, wish they would do a sojouk and eggs I like the Panini's they do at Bristol Farms on Sunset Blvd. El Tourino on Hoover for a torta de anything The Zekes at Uncle Darrows Oysters, Catfish and Potato salad, there goes the low carb nothing fried diet! Marias Roast To Go in Grand Central does a Gordita which i like to think of as a sandwich with a corn type exterior J&J Burger Shack & BBQ on Adams for a chopped pork sandwich, you have to get the coleslaw on the side, he will NOT put it on the sandwich. Tempurmental Chef's, give me a break! Baguette Express for the Cajun Shrimp Bahn Mi on Valley Blvd. near Howards Appliances Sun May 27 20:48:51 -0700 2007 2606453 11279 Burger Boy 2 2615596 Glad somebody else thought to include the East Side Market in this thread. Love their meatball and sausage, and their eggplant parm sandwiches. http://www.esmdeli.com Wed May 30 19:08:28 -0700 2007 2606997 10134 David Kahn 3 4949041 just tried the number 7, not really my thing. ill try the meatball and sausage but are there any cold cuts that you think stand out? Sat Aug 15 12:28:10 -0700 2009 2615596 13339 blackbookali 4 4949168 I'm a #5 guy myself. I don't think any of their cold sandwiches are worth the cost. Sat Aug 15 13:31:33 -0700 2009 4949041 10883 JAB 4 4950440 The #21 is a cold roast beef and pastrami with lettuce, tomato, mustard, mayo, cheese, it is pretty good. Sun Aug 16 08:28:34 -0700 2009 4949041 12130 malibumike 2 2629559 but do you like sandwiches? Mon Jun 04 17:27:36 -0700 2007 2606997 92305 mmmclapclap 1 2607010 Cold: The House Special Sandwich at Mr. Baguette. www.mrbaguettesandwiches.com Hot/Warm: The Croque Monsieur at Julienne. www.juliennetogo.com Sun May 27 20:58:53 -0700 2007 2606453 11583 ipsedixit 1 2607011 Great idea. What makes this sandwich so good is, IMO, the totality of the ingredients. The totality of this sandwich, with “everything” on it, creates a unique combination of flavors. This sandwich makes a statement that of all the cities that may claim to be the home of the best chili, LA is the seat of the place that knows best what to do with chili. Now, I am not claiming this is the best chili, not even in L.A. I am saying that this a great sandwich and it has L.A. written all over it. Original Tommy’s Breakfast Sandwich I always request a English Muffin rather than a burger bun and I ask for everything including, a sausage patty, fried egg, chili, cheese, tomato, pickles, onions and mayonnaise. The only problem is this is only available in the morning. It should be available 24/7 because, IMO, it is the only thing they do right. I feel Carney’s chili and dogs and superior to any other in LA/OC, but as a final note, I feel the totality of Pink’s 3 Dog Night is a close second, but maybe that is more a burrito than a hot dog sandwich. http://www.originaltommys.com/ Sun May 27 20:59:35 -0700 2007 2606453 90917 JeetJet 2 2612477 Ahh!! Like Go Eat? has resurfaced! Only you would discuss the supreme beauty that is the Tommy's breakfast sandwich! Welcome back. You have been missed. Tue May 29 22:48:52 -0700 2007 2607011 10991 kiwi 1 2607063 The Autostrada, available daily at La Brea Bakery, less frequently at Campanile's grilled cheese night. It's all top-notch imported ingredients: Salami, Ham, Mortadella, and Provolone Cheese with a pepper spread on La Brea Bakery Country White Sourdough grilled in a panini press. Spicy. Addictive. The Godmother at Bay Cities is pretty darn good, too. Sun May 27 21:29:58 -0700 2007 2606453 10545 tritip 2 2607096 I won't argue Godmother, but my favorite sandwich at Bay Cities is the Chicken Parm. On the good days it's almost unbeatable. Sun May 27 21:57:24 -0700 2007 2607063 60690 sloanedone 1 2607085 shortrib sandwich w. horseradish infused slaw at BLD, nothing mentioned on the list is even close to this + the fries that come with it are the best in town. game over. Sun May 27 21:51:01 -0700 2007 2606453 46296 oldboardKurt 2 2607090 Where is BLD? Sun May 27 21:54:36 -0700 2007 2607085 57689 katkoupai 3 2607120 It's on Beverly, near La Brea. http://www.bldrestaurant.com/ Sun May 27 22:10:16 -0700 2007 2607090 11583 ipsedixit 4 2607122 Thanks. I've never heard of it. I thought it was an acronym for something. Sun May 27 22:11:35 -0700 2007 2607120 57689 katkoupai 5 2607143 Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner. Sun May 27 22:22:50 -0700 2007 2607122 10332 mc michael 6 2607149 Nice. Thanks. Sun May 27 22:24:35 -0700 2007 2607143 57689 katkoupai 1 2607097 The burgers at Billy's grill are amazing. Beef, buffalo, ostrich turkey or tuna burgers, yum! Sun May 27 21:57:25 -0700 2007 2606453 11201 Diana 2 2607153 Where is Billys? Sun May 27 22:26:57 -0700 2007 2607097 11279 Burger Boy 3 2607171 Wait a minute! Burgers shouldn't be considered on a sandwich thread. OK, resume hinting for Billys (presumably not the deli in Glendale). Sun May 27 22:34:44 -0700 2007 2607153 10332 mc michael 4 2607752 Let see, meat and oher toppings o two peices of bread...yup, it's a sandwich! many restraunts put burgers under "sandwich" headings in the menu in recognition of this fact. Mon May 28 09:34:10 -0700 2007 2607171 11201 Diana 5 2607770 Right, but given the history of burger controversies here (just search Apple Pan), burgers are their own category. Mon May 28 09:41:48 -0700 2007 2607752 10332 mc michael 6 2607833 Well, think of it more like this. All hamburgers are sandwiches, but not all sandwiches are hamburgers. I'm not familiar with the Great Historical Hamburger Controversy. (although I have heard about the Bonzai Burgers used to take out warships in world war two, and the Great Chilly/Chilli Burger catastrophe in '32) The only one I'm aware of is that so many places claim to have invented them. Never had the apple pan burger, but I have heard mention as to some silly squabble over what toppings/meats are "allowed". It's not as if it's HAM? is it? t's a hamburger steak on a roll or bun, which I think refers to the town of hambourg more than the complete package. Frankly, whatever you pile on that you like is OK with me. People get this silly about hot dogs, too. Where I was born, a hot dog wasn't a dog without a heap o slaw. Chicago people decry catsup (or is it Ketchup? ). People are weird. Mon May 28 10:06:07 -0700 2007 2607770 11201 Diana 7 2607961 See, the hot dogs are a whole 'nother category to themselves. But you've got the flava. As for burgers, about once a week somebody searches for the best in LA/SoCal. You'll see. It would not be fair to strap the other sandwiches with that baggage. Mon May 28 11:03:48 -0700 2007 2607833 10332 mc michael 3 2607838 South east corner of the Van Nuys Magnolia intersection in Sherman oaks. Lamb, Beef, Ahi Tuna, Buffalo, Ostrich They will put that between a bun or in a salad. they also do great sides, chili, breakfast items, shakes, smoothies, coffee and such. Mon May 28 10:08:05 -0700 2007 2607153 11201 Diana 4 2608035 Thanks, from what I have found this place sounds special. Bacon cheeseburgers but also buffalo, venison, lamb, Ahi, ostrich, and seasoned fries on the side. I gotta try the Ahi – my doctor says so. I hope I got the address correct. Also, “A hamburger is a sandwich that ...”. Wikipedia. Hamburger sandwich – Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hamburger Hot dog sandwich – Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_dog Sandwich – Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandwich BTW, I have had several responses recently from the proof-readers, and even surveyors, all chiming-in with spell-checks and even which side of a freeway a discussion should be restricted to. I might expect such concern from my secretary but the corrections are never brought directly to my attention because , 1), it is not substantive, 2), and as such only adds baggage to my day...... The baggage gets even heavier when the input is wrong! Billy's Grill Incorporated (bacon cheeseburgers, buffalo, venison, lamb, Ahi, ostrich, and seasoned fries) 5162 Van Nuys Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 (818) 783-6317 Monday-Friday: 7am-8pm, Saturday: 8am-7pm; Closed Sundays Mon May 28 11:47:28 -0700 2007 2607838 90917 JeetJet 5 2608055 Jeet, If you get any wittier, I may have to find you a knuckle sandwich. Mon May 28 11:59:14 -0700 2007 2608035 10332 mc michael 6 2608112 Whadaya Whadaya? Knuckle sandwich. Now you really remind me of my secretary. Talk about me being wittier? Love it. Now, about that venison. You gotta agree that a short drive to Sherman Oaks for some venison on a burger bun sounds better than hav'n to go hunt'n in Jersey. Mon May 28 12:28:05 -0700 2007 2608055 90917 JeetJet 7 2608270 Way better, tho' a buffalo burger at Josie sounds better still. Mon May 28 13:54:37 -0700 2007 2608112 10332 mc michael 5 2611668 Wiki is good for some things, but categorizing food isn't necessarily one of them. As an original Pittsburger, I went on there to find "City Chicken" a local delicacy made not-of-chicken, but rather, pork and veal. Wiki told me City Chicken was a chicken fried steak. Tue May 29 16:57:19 -0700 2007 2608035 92482 voodoochild 6 2612152 “Original Pittsburger...” Sounds like a sandwich. I just went on Wikipedia as a chowhounder ( a major plus when searching for food) and found that City Chicken was a Depression Era creation, "when people took meat scraps and fashioned make-shift drumstickis." I love plain-folk food. Today it refers to better cuts of meat and usually pork loin and/or veal are used. It is a regional thing in Pittsburgh and other places. I wonder if such a treat is ever put between two slices of bread or a bun? Maybe that could be a Pits Burger, or is that already the Scrapple Burger? Have you ever seen City Chicken in L.A.? I had scrapple last Friday and it was shaped like a burger. You made me hungry again for scraps. City Chicken – Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/City_chicken Tue May 29 20:14:12 -0700 2007 2611668 90917 JeetJet 7 2613408 I have never seen City Chicken outside of Pittsburgh. In fact, I don't recall even seeing it in restuarants in Western PA, I think it's probably only a home cooking thing. I do know that any butcher in Pittsburgh, if you ask for City Chicken, will cut up the pork and veal and skewer it for you, so I think it's exclusively on a stick. Funny thing is I hated it when I was young and now that I live here I crave it regularly. Wed May 30 09:37:53 -0700 2007 2612152 92482 voodoochild 8 2615093 I was the same way as a kid. When we visited a relative in Jersey she would make scrapple sandwiches and my older brothers loved them but I would take one bite and -- no way!. I think those several bites as a kid must have planted a seed for the taste of that stuff because a craving for it has grown along with me and every now and then I need that mix of pork scraps and seasonings. Lets see if it is here in L.A. I might even try a little batter on the scrapple, fry it, and spread on some comeback sauce for a real tasty sandwich. Might not be known for sure what is in that scrapple but people eat Pinkberry and nobody knows what that stuff is either -- right? Scrapple and City Chicken post http://www.chowhound.com/topics/406613 Wed May 30 16:25:20 -0700 2007 2613408 90917 JeetJet 1 2607113 How about some love from Philly? Markie D's in Culver City makes a pretty mean cheesesteak. Grilled beef slices, provolone (my preference), and grilled onions and peppers, all grilled and minced together on the griddle until it forms one nice gooey glob that makes me think how Philly would make a queso fundido, with the nicely browned edges. They form this into a the shape of a sausage and slide that on to a nice italian roll, throw in a side of their curly fries, and you're rooting for the Eagles! Another Culver City place for great sandwiches is Victor Jr's. Although they do some great Italian subs, hoagies, cheesesteaks, and pizza, what I found to be memorable for me was their tuna salad on an italian roll. They mix in a generous amount of hard-boiled egg into their tuna salad, making it rich and substantial. The order comes with cheese so have them toast it in their ovens, and it's tuna melt Italian-style. FoodDude37 did a post on this one about a month ago. Thanks bunches! http://www.markiedstasteofphilly.com/ http://www.geocities.com/victorjrs2004/ Sun May 27 22:06:56 -0700 2007 2606453 64003 bulavinaka 1 2607152 The Pastrami Ruben at Victor's in Hollywood is pretty good. It's not like Langer's pastrami, but it's the combo of tasty ingredients. Should come with a cardiac consult. But you can get some red wine to counteract the effect. Sun May 27 22:26:26 -0700 2007 2606453 10332 mc michael 2 2607564 Yea, I am not sure I would call it the best in LA, but the Rueben at Victor's is pretty damn tasty, pretty big, and a sandwich that will get all over your face and yoru clothes. It is too bad it is $15, and one is enough to clog your arteries, because I live right around he corner from them. Mon May 28 07:52:26 -0700 2007 2607152 101299 jonahlee 1 2607654 The Eastside Deli just west of Chinatown(1013 Alpine street, Los Angeles, CA 90012) http://www.esmdeli.com/ has the best sandwich in LA hands down. It is the #7 hot roast beef and pastrami with provolone on an italian roll and the best maranara type sauce Ive ever had. Mon May 28 08:41:08 -0700 2007 2606453 12130 malibumike 2 2612573 i had one last week. i was only gonna eat half and save the rest, but it was soo good i just had to eat all of it. Wed May 30 00:40:33 -0700 2007 2607654 72668 phant0omx 3 3932802 Tried Eastside Market & Italian Deli today for the first time, per recs on this thread. I can't believe I've worked less than 10 mins away for 10+ yrs without hearing about this place! Tried the roast beef + pastrami + provolone + grilled peppers as per malibumike. Was huge, tasty, artery-clogging, cheap and messy. Store and food reminded me of an Italian version of Phillipes. I'm definitely adding this place to my regular rotation of lunch spots. Thanks for the tip CHers. Tue Aug 05 16:09:20 -0700 2008 2612573 104996 pharmnerd 2 2615611 Personally, I like their number 3 meatball and sausage with provolone. Wed May 30 19:11:06 -0700 2007 2607654 10134 David Kahn 3 3932810 Am gonna try this one next time. Man, this thread has created a large CH to-do list for me. Tue Aug 05 16:10:53 -0700 2008 2615611 104996 pharmnerd 1 2607817 Doughboys on 3rd street between LaCienega and Fairfax has an amazing vegi sandwich with a pesto olive oil dressing that will make you devour the entire beast of a sandwich in a second. Mon May 28 09:59:07 -0700 2007 2606453 101588 livinglegend 2 2607842 I am also a fan of My Hero in Northridge for a classic sub sandwich. They steam the bun just enough to make it soft and the tomato relish is fabulous. I also like the Cuban sandwiches at Porto's in Burbank. I especially like the garlic sauce! Mon May 28 10:09:35 -0700 2007 2607817 101192 bosanova99 3 2607987 ohhhh, my hero, brings back childhood memories, love their tuna salad sub with that relish Mon May 28 11:16:01 -0700 2007 2607842 19185 budlit 4 2612449 my hero is good Tue May 29 22:25:40 -0700 2007 2607987 101683 pgofman 1 2607909 The grilled chicken breast with roasted fresh poblano chili, avocado and cheese at Ya Ya's Burgers on Gage in Bell (is it?) I can't recall the name of it - there are 60 or so different sandwiches after all - but if you describe it they'll know what you're talking about. Langer's pastrami on rye - simple but perfect. The BBQ pork banh mi at Banh Mi Che Cali - any branch. Choripan at Mercado Buenos Aires. Plain old ham and cheese at Portugal Imports in Artesia. Mon May 28 10:42:23 -0700 2007 2606453 12292 estone888 1 2607949 Langer's - pastrami Lee's Hoagie House - Lee's Italian Philippe's - French dip Mustard Seed Cafe - sunrise breakfast sandwich Connal's - gyro Mendocino Farms - just about anything on the menu, but I'm particularly fond of the chicken MBT. Mon May 28 10:58:18 -0700 2007 2606453 11553 Jack Flash 2 2608073 Mario's in Glendale (triple decker amarosa style roll with gabagool, proscuit, soppresata, provolone, pepericin's,,,,delish! Mon May 28 12:07:02 -0700 2007 2607949 23252 chefthisguy 2 2615587 Philippe's is pretty damn good. I like the lamb sandwich, in particular http://www.philippes.com/ Wed May 30 19:06:03 -0700 2007 2607949 10134 David Kahn 3 2618251 the lamb is really good. better then expected. the pork is good too, but the ham is too salty at least for my taste. Thu May 31 14:11:32 -0700 2007 2615587 72668 phant0omx 1 2608295 When I see this topic it reminds me of hands down the best and most unique sandwich I have ever come across. The long gone "Subway" on Radford in Studio City had a chinese roast pork on toasted garlic bread with hot mustard and sweet plum sauce. Today, the cuban sandwich at Mambo's in Burbank is a good bet. Mon May 28 14:06:55 -0700 2007 2606453 101655 Elliott Koretz 2 2608551 I remember the Subway on Radford. I used to go there all the time. They also had the best steak and mushroom sanwiches. There was another one at Sherman Way and Coldwater that is also long gone. Mon May 28 16:43:12 -0700 2007 2608295 17547 chuck 3 4449898 Not to be confused with the awful chain, the "Subway" had the absolut best Philly cheesesteaks In LA. Oh the memories. Tue Feb 24 22:24:45 -0800 2009 2608551 269665 Ken A 1 2608496 What about the Pasadena Sandwich Company? Those sandwiches can get pretty damn big. Although is Pasadena still considered in "Los Angeles"? Mon May 28 16:13:50 -0700 2007 2606453 91873 bigtums 2 3634889 I just tried their regular sub yesterday (the waitress said it was her favorite) and I have to say I was really frustrated by it. It was stacked WAY to high and it was completely impossible to get a bite with even half of the ingredients in it. It didn't really taste that great either. Sun Apr 27 18:15:24 -0700 2008 2608496 109087 katieleigh 1 2609148 The potato-ball sandwich at Porto's bakery/deli in Glendale is weird and wonderful. Don't like the idea of potatoes on your sandwich? Just get a few potato balls to go! The Wimpy burger at Gorikee deserves a mention. It's a thick burger (at least 8 oz), topped with caramelized onions and garlic/ginger/mango chutney, and served with a side order of cajun fries topped with sauteed garlic. Avalable at lunch only. Mon May 28 20:51:34 -0700 2007 2606453 54769 purplescout 2 2609260 Where is Gorikee? Mon May 28 21:52:13 -0700 2007 2609148 11279 Burger Boy 3 2609264 Is this it? Gorikee (818) 932-9149 21799 Ventura Blvd Woodland Hills, CA 91364 Mon May 28 21:55:43 -0700 2007 2609260 57689 katkoupai 4 2609267 Yup. It's sort of hidden in a little nook in a strip mall. Mon May 28 21:59:19 -0700 2007 2609264 11583 ipsedixit 5 2612454 if it's dinner time, you can special order your burger and take it over to the bukowski-esque bar next door, and munch on it with some beer or rum and cokes. Tue May 29 22:29:38 -0700 2007 2609267 10866 kevin 2 2612423 I had NO idea they made them into a sammich!! That is so good... it's EVIL!! --Dommy! Tue May 29 22:11:53 -0700 2007 2609148 10659 Dommy 1 2609399 I'll see you guys a few that have been mentioned (Godmother @ BCI, Brent's Black Pastrami Reuben, Media Noche Preparada at Porto's), and raise you: - a Carlitos Gardel Steak Sandwich and - a Duck Confit sandwich from the Artisan Cheese Gallery Those are my two absolute favorites these days. Tue May 29 00:22:59 -0700 2007 2606453 25166 alexfood 2 3108115 I'm an old-fashioned guy. The corned beef on rye at Brent's is wonderful. It's served on Jewish rye, which I love. They also have really good, not too highly seasoned, potato knishes. A Doctor Brown's. Ahhh, life is good. Thu Nov 08 14:06:42 -0800 2007 2609399 65821 Golem 1 2610686 The second best sandwich in L.A. is the Torta Cubana from El Gallo Giro. Tue May 29 12:04:31 -0700 2007 2606453 69423 B Minus 1 2611577 Two candidates (in addition to Langer's basic hand-cut pastrami, of course): Oki-dog Houston's French dip Tue May 29 16:26:39 -0700 2007 2606453 11873 Mr Grub 2 2611587 Brent's in Northridge is #1 Tue May 29 16:30:00 -0700 2007 2611577 101159 barcelona 3 2611621 Langer's is my #1 because it's always there and always brilliant and it relies on nothing except great meat and great bread. Others worth mentioning: The braised beef sandwich that was on Campanile's lunch menu about a year ago. The Cuban sandwich that was on Campanile's lunch menu about a year ago. The grilled ham and gruyere sandwich at La Brea bakery. Simple and perfect. The Sloppy Joe at Clementine. The poorboy (with mustard, lettuce, tomato and italian dressing) at Bay Cities. I just discovered this sandwich in the past year because I'd always order the Godmother when I wanted an Italian Submarine. I think I prefer the poorboy. Tue May 29 16:43:11 -0700 2007 2611587 89981 Wolfgang 4 2612204 I've never noticed a Po Boy at Bay Cities. What kind is it? Tue May 29 20:37:50 -0700 2007 2611621 10864 sel 5 2612209 It's very similar to the Godmother, but with a different selection of meats. Tue May 29 20:39:05 -0700 2007 2612204 21341 hrhboo 6 2612219 Thanks, time to break out of my Bay Cities routine! Tue May 29 20:43:33 -0700 2007 2612209 10864 sel 5 2612223 It's not as massive, but very tasty as well... it's all about the bread roll... Tue May 29 20:46:03 -0700 2007 2612204 64003 bulavinaka 6 2612351 Sometimes I don't find massive as desirable as I once did. If I have a large Godmother for lunch than I'm full till breakfest the next day! If I have a smaller sandwich than I'm good to go for a maybe late dinner! All I can say is that I keep looking for Italian style sandwiches in L.A. and find all that I've tried not as tasty as those at Bay Cities. Tue May 29 21:38:48 -0700 2007 2612223 10864 sel 7 2612355 It close to the same size as the Godmother, and really quite similar. It's just different enough to be a pleasant change, yet not so different as to risk disappointment. Tue May 29 21:40:51 -0700 2007 2612351 21341 hrhboo 8 2612367 I live a long ways from anywhere but I think I'm gonna have to point the Prius towards Santa Monica tomorrow! Tue May 29 21:43:35 -0700 2007 2612355 10864 sel 5 2614235 I believe it has bologna, cotto salami and swiss cheese. I may be missing a third meat. It's called a Poorboy because it's cheaper than other sandwiches there. I think the last one I had there was $5.70 for a large. Wed May 30 12:48:26 -0700 2007 2612204 89981 Wolfgang 6 2614677 You're right - those two meats and cheese, but I think it comes with provolone. Anyhoo, that's a great-tasting sandwich too... again, it's all about the bread... Wed May 30 14:27:55 -0700 2007 2614235 64003 bulavinaka 3 2612858 Brents pales in comparison to a Langer's #19 Wed May 30 06:48:19 -0700 2007 2611587 11201 Diana 2 2641053 Houston's French Dip I call the "gift from God".BTW, someone above mentioned Bandera's French Dip--it's probably the same sandwich because they are owned by the same company. Thu Jun 07 22:51:30 -0700 2007 2611577 103837 Hapafish 3 2642099 you're most likely right. their burgers aren't too shabby either. Fri Jun 08 09:50:25 -0700 2007 2641053 10866 kevin 3 2644199 Ya know what ... I went to Houston's for the first time a few weeks ago, not expecting to be impressed at all. But the French Dip, which is what I got, was the best one I've ever had! Who knew? So I 2nd that rec... Sat Jun 09 02:33:38 -0700 2007 2641053 71706 QualityMart 1 2611639 Tuna on wheat or rye at Apple Pan Golden Nugget at Leonor's Veggie Restaurant in N Hollywood Turkey or Godmother at Bay Cities Pastrami at Langer's Reubens at Brent's Fresh Turkey at Astros Silverlake Club at Harry's Burbank anything!! at HealthyCA on Lankershim Tue May 29 16:47:30 -0700 2007 2606453 98230 limaboy 1 2612376 For pastrami, Langer's For hot corned beef & brisket, Nate & Al's; 2nd place for corned, Billy's For French dip, Houston's For bagels & lox, Barney's, only slightly above the line, still looking, help please For fresh roasted turkey, Bristol Farms For fresh tuna salad, Point Loma Seafoods (San Diego) For Santa Maria tri-tip, Lou's Oak For lamb, Zov's Still ISO best sandwiches for shrimp salad, whitefish salad, fried oysters, lobster salad, chopped liver and flank steak Tue May 29 21:47:50 -0700 2007 2606453 12380 bernardo 1 2612407 My favorites are: Claro's for the Italian sub or the roast pork sandwich the the cooked onions & cheese. Baquette Express for the BBQ Pork Bahn Mi Tito's Market in El Monte for the Milanesa sandwich with chili. Tue May 29 22:03:16 -0700 2007 2606453 97593 Cinnabon 2 2615835 Wait a minute roast pok, onions and cheese, which Claros. I see lunch tomorrow in my future! Wed May 30 20:37:34 -0700 2007 2612407 11279 Burger Boy 1 2612436 I LOVE sammiches... There is just an initial list I'm sure others will pop into my head.. :) * Godmother, spicy, with the works from Bay Cities. It is BEST to let this one 'mellow' so that the flavors meld and get soaked up in the bread... * Tuna Sammich from Al Gelato... not really a sammich, because the bread they use is so thick... I use it like a tortilla... just to scoop up that wonderful tuna * Pulled Pork Sammich from Baby Blues... Pork Goodness... * Meatball Bahn Mi from Lees... This is the ONLY sammich to get at Lees... everything else is just disapointing... * Grilled Veggie Sammich from Blue Bird Cafe... never have I had such a delish veggie sammich. It's something I could eat everyday.... * Cochinita Torta at Chichen Itza... I complain about their underspicing in the stand alone plate... but when their Cochita is placed in a torta... something magical happens... * Surfas Angus Hash Breafast Sammich... My second favorite breakfast sammich... the meat is so soft and tender... the entire sammich is a flavor bomb * Sausage McGriddle... my first favorite breakfast sammich... sorry guys... ;D --Dommy! Tue May 29 22:20:16 -0700 2007 2606453 10659 Dommy 2 2615840 Try the Pukked Pork at J&J Burger Shack on Adams, get a side of slaw, he will not put the slaw on his Q! Wed May 30 20:39:31 -0700 2007 2612436 11279 Burger Boy 3 2616758 That is one unfortunate typo. ;-D Thu May 31 08:29:35 -0700 2007 2615840 63713 tony michaels 3 2717336 How does it compare to the Oinkster pulled pork? I love that sandwich. The only one I ever crave, besides the Langer's pastrami. Tue Jul 03 14:31:07 -0700 2007 2615840 20504 hpcat 2 3108123 Tuna melt at Fromin's in Encino. They know how to make it there. It's the best I've ever had. Thu Nov 08 14:10:20 -0800 2007 2612436 65821 Golem 2 3108603 OMG, the Sausage McGriddle is wonderful! The sausage has the right amount of spice to go with the sweetness of the pancake bun. The McGriddles with egg are terrible, but the sausage on it's own is amazing. Thu Nov 08 16:46:39 -0800 2007 2612436 12384 boogiebaby 1 2612446 bay cities of course mick subs in the valley on Lindley and Ventura il trim both in the hills of beverly or in the valley johnnies pastrami for late night pastrami sandwiches everybody knows the french dip by phillipe in downtown mary d's on washington for an original cheesesteak with wiz a bakery in silverlake next to the out of closet store makes great pannini those are my favs...any questions?? Tue May 29 22:23:58 -0700 2007 2606453 101683 pgofman 1 2613013 Generally I don't like to declare a "best" sandwich, because it can take away from enjoying all the others. I love many of the sandwiches mentioned, notably Langers pastrami and Bay Cities Godmother, and I'm going to have to try a Cuban sandwich. I would like to throw in Vito's eggplant parmigiana sandwich. It's Vito's own favorite, and it is amazing, and I am not a vegetarian. Wed May 30 07:35:52 -0700 2007 2606453 62188 Ogawak 2 2615465 That is tops on the list... when Rose Bowl season starts... we are going to work our way through Vito's Sammich menu! :D --Dommy! Wed May 30 18:27:05 -0700 2007 2613013 10659 Dommy 3 2713961 Okay... Vito once again proves to be TOPs! We had the Eggplant Sammich and the Sausage Sammich and both were OUT OF THIS WORLD... The bread however is a bit 'hoagie' like and not crusty like Bay Cities, so these Sammiches are best eaten fresh (Although we enjoyed making a mess of our selves at the Bowl! :)) --Dommy! Mon Jul 02 13:39:59 -0700 2007 2615465 10659 Dommy 4 2716740 Thanks for your report. I wondered how these sandwiches would travel. Their canoli's don't travel well either. Oh, well. I'll just have to eat them there. Tue Jul 03 11:46:42 -0700 2007 2713961 62188 Ogawak 1 2613524 the Havana at Cafe Brazil (in Culver City) is pretty darn good. Get it with some fries, squeeze some lemon all over everything (including the fries), and enjoy! http://www.cafebrazil.com/ Wed May 30 10:11:03 -0700 2007 2606453 95894 jennp 2 2613528 oops wrong cafe brazil! cafe braSil.... http://www.cafe-brasil.com/ Wed May 30 10:12:08 -0700 2007 2613524 95894 jennp 1 2614308 Had the Langer's #19 for the first time today. Wow, that was something else. Wed May 30 13:06:01 -0700 2007 2606453 91179 ns1 2 2615175 I have to add Frank's Famous on Verdugo in Montrose/Glendale. They actually have a horseradish sauce that they use on their roast beef sandwich. Wed May 30 16:50:47 -0700 2007 2614308 98631 Fru 1 2615221 My favorite is the chicken breast sando from this place... http://www.iltram.net/ Locations in Studio City and Bev Hills. They put this sundried tomato pesto, avocado and some kind of basil sauce. Sounds boring but it is truly AMAZING. I can't even go by there without smelling it and stopping by. It can't be good for you but it oh so heavenly. Wed May 30 17:07:39 -0700 2007 2606453 19980 kellydeez 1 2615362 Bay Cities Deli on Lincoln (just north of the 10) in SM. Italian Deli with a cool selection of specialty foods, oh and sandwiches made to order. As with all great works in the genre - the bread makes whatever you put on it better. Crusty and chewy Italian rolls like no one else's I've found in Northern or Southern CA. Understandably, it's busy - so slot out extra time, be aggressive when your number is called, have your order ready, and ask for the hot peppers on whatever you get... Wed May 30 17:55:30 -0700 2007 2606453 97261 eisenbear 2 2616745 Bay Cities bread is great. I always buy a loaf when making pasta or soup at home. If you don't like lines, Bay Cities allows you to fax or send your order online. Just call ahead to confirm. It will be ready in 45 minutes. http://www.baycitiesitaliandeli.com/ Thu May 31 08:27:22 -0700 2007 2615362 62188 Ogawak 1 2615590 Most of the greats have been named - but not even one vote for a Phillipe's Lamb French Dip with their spicy mustard... aw come 'on, guys -- that's good. Wed May 30 19:06:47 -0700 2007 2606453 69259 truefoodie 1 2615642 Lot's of really great possibilities already, but I'd like to add a couple sandwiches that have somehow been overlooked so far: The BLTA at Lucques (http://www.lucques.com/ ), served at lunch, and only when really good, ripe tomatoes are in season. Seriously one of the best sandwiches I've ever eaten. The chicken club with avocado at Tallyrand (1700 W. Olive, Burbank, (818) 846-9904). This place is just a little coffee shop, but their chicken club sandwich is consistently excellent. Make sure to ask for avocado. The Cuban roast pork sandwich at El Cochinito (3508 Sunset Blvd., (323) 668-0737). And, finally, if we're treating burgers as sandwiches for purposes of this thread, the $13 prime sirloin burger at Arnie Morton's (http://www.mortons.com/website/index.html ), with sauteed mushrooms and cheddar cheese, unfortunately served only at lunch. Wed May 30 19:22:53 -0700 2007 2606453 10134 David Kahn 1 2618182 My vote is for Stone Oven's hot sandwiches in the topanga westfield mall. They make the Foccacia dough right in the front of the store, pretty ambitous fora food court. My favorite is the spicy chicken sandwich...yummy! Thu May 31 13:59:15 -0700 2007 2606453 62853 Eye_carl 1 2624061 Recently tried the Donato (meatball + sausage) sandwich at Big Nick's in San Pedro and have to say it is the best I have had in LA. The meatball was fresh and soft with lots of oregano (the owners are Greek) and fresh sausage with lots of fennel, tomato sauce was vibrant, all on a good crusty roll. Sat Jun 02 16:33:59 -0700 2007 2606453 14558 Ernie 1 2624125 doner sandwich at spitz in eagle rock. chicken or regular with tzatziki, cucumbers, tomato and chili sauce. with a side of sweet potato fries or their hummus and pita chips. oh man, that's good. Sat Jun 02 16:58:49 -0700 2007 2606453 55770 sarahjane 1 2624173 Some of the best sandwiches (and piled mile-high) can be found at Jerry's in Marina Del Rey, great place to get a New York style sandwiche as well as great salads, etc. Enjoy! Sat Jun 02 17:23:34 -0700 2007 2606453 102767 cbmaa1 1 2624264 New York Deli in Torrance. 2424 Sepulveda Blvd Ste A Torrance, CA 90501 A huge double decker sandwich called the New Yorker. Freshly, thin sliced Pastrami on the first layer. Then Corned Beef on the next. Cole slaw and Russian dressing all thrown in together on rye bread. Talk about getting lock jaw from trying to wrap your mouth around this monster as well as the other double decker sandwiches on their menu. Sat Jun 02 18:06:43 -0700 2007 2606453 102775 K.D. 2 3636458 YES NYDeli for sure! Mon Apr 28 09:46:37 -0700 2008 2624264 186201 HulaShakeJaz 1 2624319 I'm not going to argue with Langer's pastrami. Two other great sandwiches i can think of: 1. Lechon Asado sandwich at El Cochinito: the Lechon dinner is slighly better but we're talking sandwiches here. there's no better roast pork i've tried in LA. and it's a huge, salty, amazing sandwich. 2.They claim to have the best grillled cheese sandwich ever - tall order - but the grilled cheese at Surfas in Culver City is pretty great. Kind of the opposite of El Cochinito in that it's more on the austere tip, but totally delicious nonetheless. pick up a lemon lavender bar to go along with your sandwich. Sat Jun 02 18:31:50 -0700 2007 2606453 28311 tkemeny 2 2624620 That lemon lavender bar is epic... it keeps appearing in threads having to do nothing with either lemon or lavender... nonetheless, a great way to finish off just about sandwich... Sat Jun 02 21:32:29 -0700 2007 2624319 64003 bulavinaka 3 2624743 Aahh, The Laura Ashley Bar!!! I tried it once, I found it interesting. It was wonderful--------------NOT! Sat Jun 02 23:06:14 -0700 2007 2624620 10864 sel 4 2624760 My guess is lavender is your friend only in soaps... it's not for everyone, but lemon and lavender first struck me as an interesting combination when I made a lemon-lavender pound cake served with creme fraiche, lemon zest, and lavender flowers. The relatively small effort keeps my pocketbook in check from booking a plane ticket to Provence... Sat Jun 02 23:20:19 -0700 2007 2624743 64003 bulavinaka 5 2624924 Not that there's anything wrong with Provence, but I can't recall any sandwiches there. Sun Jun 03 06:23:30 -0700 2007 2624760 10332 mc michael 6 2625046 Maybe a Croque Monsieur or two has squeezed into a portside cafe in Marseilles from Paris, but I was thinking about the lemon and lavender...sorry to get off subject... Sun Jun 03 07:48:25 -0700 2007 2624924 64003 bulavinaka 7 2625061 Speaking of which, I have had some pretty good baguette sandwiches at Angelique Cafe. Sun Jun 03 07:57:56 -0700 2007 2625046 10332 mc michael 4 2629781 I need to tradmark the Laura Ashley Bar quip. When Dommy's post about the cafe came out with the Laura Ashley quip, It was posted in the at Surfas until they found other reviews to replace it which have stayed up ever since. I have gone in since and asked for the Laura Ashley bar [Dommy loves them] and they have known what I ment. Mon Jun 04 18:40:54 -0700 2007 2624743 12588 Mattapoisett in LA 1 2631887 To this stupendous list I will only add a few offerings: 1) the Torta Cubana at Dona Rosa in Pasadena. Three variations on the theme of Pork, in the key of Fat, but it is exemplary in every regard. (It's the only thing they get right, IMO. In fact, if you remember that they are a great bakery, and only a so-so restaurant, you cant go wrong.) 2) the meatball sub at Dino's in Burbank. Crunchy and gooey at the same time, salty and slightly sweet, good yet oh, so bad; it's simply sublime when straight out of the oven. Tue Jun 05 11:59:29 -0700 2007 2606453 15848 ozzygee 2 2633068 -Langer's pastrami, a thousand times over! (It was practically my Dad's last wish on his deathbed!) -The Godmother at Bay Cities in SM, yes! Agreed it should not be allowed to sit long - my car died on the way home to Echo Park with 2 bagfuls of goodies from Bay Cities. After towing, the sandwich was a mess! -Cuban Sandwich at Porto's in Glendale. -Daddy's Divine Meatball Sandwich at Victor Jr's in Culver City (latest discovery - WOW!) -Pork French Dip at Philippe's. Tue Jun 05 17:15:41 -0700 2007 2631887 103119 Vikzen 3 2633561 Work your way down the list at Victor Jr's - they've got great sandwiches... and pizza as well... Tue Jun 05 20:18:53 -0700 2007 2633068 64003 bulavinaka 4 2633698 Agreed, that divine grandpa Vic's meatball is ... divine, no better way to put it. I've also witnessed others ordering their Philly-style cheeseteaks. When I lived in Philly, I never ate cheesesteaks, as I was on my macro-seafood exclusive kick at the time. Okay, maybe once I went to Pat's. If anyone can attest to the authenticity of Victor Jr's Philly cheesesteaks, do! Tue Jun 05 21:05:32 -0700 2007 2633561 103119 Vikzen 5 2669628 I went to Victor Jr's for the first time recently based on recs from Chowhound. Smaller and further east than I expected, and very friendly and helpful service. Arrived right after 11, so I ordered a side of meatballs and a couple of rolls to go. Very good. My point of comparison is Bay Cities; those at Victor Jr's. were a tiny bit smaller and less dense, so their side of 4 approximated buying three from Bay Cities at over $4 rather than $3.75. The rolls at Victor Jr's were softer and less crusty, but tasty and much easier to work with the second day. I will definitely be back to try their sub sandwich and other menu items, especially on Mondays when Bay Cities is closed. I'm a big Bay Cities fan too, and on the rare occasions I arrive there during busy times I bypass the wait for their excellent deli sandwiches and hit the hot section to the right nearer the door and go for the meatballs, daily special, or parmagiana. Sun Jun 17 23:05:45 -0700 2007 2633698 10855 nosh 2 2741403 Dona Rosa's Torta Cubano may qualify in the "best sandwich description category"- carnitas, Milanese steak, ham in handmade bread w/ guacamole, jalepenos,onions, panela cheese, refried beans, lettuce, tomatoes and chipotle mayo- but the sandwich itself IMO is surprisingly very bland. What's in between the roll can be described as a glutinous mass- all the meat seems boiled including the Milansa steak which is supposed to be a breaded fried steak. The only flavor is slightly pork. I just ate what will probably be my last one yesterday. Wed Jul 11 17:31:48 -0700 2007 2631887 61819 burger 1 2671866 Had a Victor's Corned Beef Rueben this weekend, with fries. Damn was it good. Could practically hear my arteries hardening, but damn if it wasn't a good Reuben. Where would you guys say are better Corned Beef Rueben's in LA, and not Pastrami. Mon Jun 18 16:54:30 -0700 2007 2606453 101299 jonahlee 2 2672033 Brent's Sky High corned beef or pastrami sandwich. Piles of meat topped with coleslaw and russian dressing. Accompanied with yam fries and a cold iced tea. THAT a sandwich!! Some places put cheese on a Sky High it but I dont agree. Mon Jun 18 18:09:38 -0700 2007 2671866 10854 SIMIHOUND 2 2676190 Victor Jr's on a weekend? Somehow I thought they were closed Sat-Sun?? Tue Jun 19 21:55:15 -0700 2007 2671866 10855 nosh 3 2676279 They are closed Sat, Sun... maybe Friday? That's when the weekend starts for me - right after work! I'm surprised they don't do at least Saturday - that kitchen is fast and furious on Friday nights with all the takeout and delivery orders... Tue Jun 19 22:32:18 -0700 2007 2676190 64003 bulavinaka 3 2678822 Victor's Restaurant and Deli in Hollywood, not Victor Jr's. And Victor's is certainly open on the weekends. Don't know about Victor Jr's/ Wed Jun 20 15:34:11 -0700 2007 2676190 101299 jonahlee 1 2690244 Any sandwich that's stacked so high you can't eat it as a sandwich is not sandwich let alone the best. Obviously there's no "best SANDWICH in LA period" but most variations of Langer's pastrami on rye qualify as a damn good sandwich. IMO, the best ham sandwich is fr: Honey Baked. On squaw bread w/ mayo, their mustard, lettuce, tomato, red onion. I wish I could say theirs is the best ham & cheese sandwich, but the Swiss just adds cheese texture and flavor, (a good thing) but w/o any Swiss flavor. Sun Jun 24 20:13:11 -0700 2007 2606453 61819 burger 1 2711631 The Italian Deli in Glendale name will follow, sorry-about 4 blocks east of downtown; three blocks west of Glendale Freeway. Sun Jul 01 17:08:52 -0700 2007 2606453 12397 kel 2 2741409 Marios deli in Glendale on Broadway baby, spicy coppa seca.....period. Wed Jul 11 17:34:16 -0700 2007 2711631 62853 Eye_carl 1 2712233 Clearly we haven't all given up the bread! Though I am trying to cut down. Larchmont Wine and Cheese rocks for sandwiches (see below for more citations!) Good bread, great fillings (prosciutto, soppressata) and those cornichons and olives that are, like, confit of olives. Almost too intense--but in a good way. My particular weakness is for banh mi, specifically for the KP's Deli version of the Dac Biet (Cold Cut Combo) in Silver Lake. The cilantro, pickle, mayo, Maggi sauce, pate (head cheese?) and jalapenos. It just WORKS. Plus they're super nice and helpful. I also tried my first boerewors this evening, from Jeff's Gourmet Sausage on Pico. Like a good Italian sausage (Chicago style) in its subtle, meaty complexity (if not in the toppings or roll used) and I feel confident I'll be back there to try their merguez and more. I like Junior's by the Westside Pavilion for their open face brisket with gravy. Total flashback to school lunch and countless roadside diners, but better. Oh, and I think I'm due for a Langer's pastrami next time I'm by the park... Sun Jul 01 23:31:57 -0700 2007 2606453 55656 stvnptrk66 1 2715236 1. #19 hands down - been eating there 30 years. Rest in Peace Mr. Langer 2. (A close tie for first) Lamb double dipped with blue cheese from Phillipe's - do yourself a favor and order 2 lemonades. Coin toss for the coleslaw or the chili no beans on the side. 3. Bay Cities Deli - the buffalo mozzerela and proscuitto. That bread is sublime. Mon Jul 02 22:00:32 -0700 2007 2606453 106872 gaylenwaydelich 2 2716578 Your three restaurant choices mirror mine exactly! I always get the lamb double dipped with swiss (and 2 lemonades!) from Phillipe's but have never tried it with blue cheese. I definitely will next time. Unfortunately, at Bay Cities I can't seem to order anything other than the Godmother, try as I might to get my eating partner to order something different so we can share. Tue Jul 03 11:00:23 -0700 2007 2715236 94887 whatsfordinner 3 2727988 I have never tried the Godmother. I guess I'll have to try to get there this week. Definitely try the lamb with bleu cheese. I have never been a fan of swiss even though I am a self avowed cheesehead. Sat Jul 07 16:49:17 -0700 2007 2716578 106872 gaylenwaydelich 3 2741115 I just got back from lunch at Taverna Tony's in Malibu and had to add their rotisserie lamb sandwich to my list of favorites. The lamb is tender and flavorful, and is served on a sesame bun with some sort of spread (I don't think it was mayo; it was kind of cheesy. . . a feta spread maybe?), red onions, red peppers, tomatoes and a drizzling of Greek dressing. It was seriously good. Wed Jul 11 15:52:03 -0700 2007 2716578 94887 whatsfordinner 1 2715251 Almost forgot in my own backyard - Busy Bee in San Pedro. The BBQ pork on Ischia roll is sloppy and worth every stain on your favorite shirt. Place has lines out the door daily. Think Bay Cities lines but friendlier. Sounds crazy but the Apple Pan has a great egg salad and tuna sandwich. I found out one Friday during Lent a few years ago when a friend guilted me out of a burger. Mon Jul 02 22:08:39 -0700 2007 2606453 106872 gaylenwaydelich 2 4917956 I just tried the BBQ chicken at Busy Bee today; very very very proper. Tue Aug 04 18:09:52 -0700 2009 2715251 110491 odub 1 2716523 In no particular order: #19, the beef at bahn mi Chale (sp?) Big Mike's burger The Philly or pizza sub at Joyce's in Culver City Torta Cubana at El Gallo Hiro. Tue Jul 03 10:44:36 -0700 2007 2606453 61102 SoCalMuncher 1 2716742 Maybe cuz i grew up on it but I still love the occasional Pastrami from The Hat in San Gabriel and neighboring area's. Its too much for an everyday thing but when i wanna bing on a big unhealthy sandwich its always what first pops in my mind. Tue Jul 03 11:46:47 -0700 2007 2606453 108816 Mando 1 2717006 Sandwiches eyy? I recently took an expedition to sample Juliennes In San Marino. Roast Leg of Lamb Sandwich with caramalized Onions, Tomatoe and Avocado on their house-made Rosemary Bread. Did I mention the walk was 30 minutes long? At about 1:00PM with the sun guiding my way, and it was in the shee-shee city of San Marino and all by my ghetto self? No regrets though... Tue Jul 03 12:59:35 -0700 2007 2606453 59241 teenage glutster 2 2741565 teenage glutster - Absolutely, Positively agree w/ you. Julienne's lamb sandwich is 1 damn fine sandwich. I've only tried the pre-prepared ones on a kaiser roll- as good as that is, rosemary bread sounds even better. I hope other Chounders in the area are paying attention. Wed Jul 11 18:33:39 -0700 2007 2717006 61819 burger 1 2741244 Meatball - Guiliano's Wed Jul 11 16:33:43 -0700 2007 2606453 10786 calabasas_trafalgar 1 2741407 Love: My Hero (pastrami w/tomato salad); Phillipes (beef w/blue cheese dip) and Huston's french dip. But my favorite goes to the GodFATHER sandwich @ Bauducco's in Westlake Village (Conejo Valley). If you ever find yourself out that way, it's worth a special trip. It's a hot sandwich on a fresh italian roll (baked on the premises) with prosciutto, pastrami, ham, roast beef, swiss cheese, roasted red pepper and butter. It sounds like a huge mess, but it is actually not overwhelming or even messy to eat. The bread soaks up the juice and it is amazing. Yummmmmmmmmmm! Bauducco's 2839 Agoura Road Westlake Village (805) 495-4623 Wed Jul 11 17:33:23 -0700 2007 2606453 110051 L84lunch 1 2742046 kuku sandwich at the Attari sandwich shop in Westwood. kuku is a persian dish kind of like a very herb-y omelette or fritatta - it's almost dayglo green! - and it's served in a crispy baquette with lettuce, tomato, and pickles. It's sort of a Persian version of a banh mi or sub sandwich. They also have many other fillings, including chicken salad and cutlets, and sausages, and tongue, and they have a fantastic bean soup served with a blob of sour cream and some crispy onions. Yum! Wed Jul 11 21:48:36 -0700 2007 2606453 19283 gsw 2 3937878 The kuku sandwich is indeed excellent! Thu Aug 07 09:22:23 -0700 2008 2742046 18466 a_and_w 1 2742081 okay, so it's a bit far ...but did anyone ever try The White House in Atlantic City? Wed Jul 11 22:08:46 -0700 2007 2606453 110230 Juliebeth 2 3105187 juli3e you hit it on the head whitehouse is the goods Wed Nov 07 17:31:04 -0800 2007 2742081 129879 JimmyC 1 3103171 For the best sandwich in town you need to try, Eastside Market 1013 Alpine St. Los Angeles or at www.esmdeli.com Wed Nov 07 09:02:14 -0800 2007 2606453 140984 orojas 1 3103278 Right now I am digging the Po Boy Sandwiches at Creole Chef. Specifically the Roast Beef Po Boy with smothered onions and brown gravy, as well as the Fried Shrimp Po Boy served with Fries and creole mayonnaise. Wed Nov 07 09:25:07 -0800 2007 2606453 13876 ickster 2 3104784 Funny you mention Creole Chef, ickster because when it comes down to the very best sandwich in the whole, wide, world, it's the FERDI at Mothers in New Orleans. Tell me more about Creole Chef. Where is it for starters? Wed Nov 07 15:30:47 -0800 2007 3103278 66416 orythedog 3 3105973 Red Beans and Rice, Jambalaya, Fried Catfish and Snapper, plus the sandwiches. Good folks run and work at the place. Very clean environment with a smallish patio and 6-8 tables outside. 3715 Santa Rosalia Dr Los Angeles, CA 90008 (323) 294-2433 Thu Nov 08 01:00:10 -0800 2007 3104784 13876 ickster 2 3105978 I've been looking for good Po Boy's....where is Creole Chef? Thu Nov 08 01:21:39 -0800 2007 3103278 15633 fdb 1 3105155 I know its been covered, but I'd walk over my mother for a Godmother with fresh bread from Bay Cities. :) Wed Nov 07 17:21:38 -0800 2007 2606453 141150 phoenixrising 1 3105561 This is the greatest sandwich I have tasted, forget the pastrami,Salami,or corned beef. This place is not even a restaurant, but a Spanish food importer and manufacturer. The sandwich is Serano Ham, roasted pepper, and Spanish cheese on a fresh baked roll, you have to tast it to believe it. - 2006 La Española Meats, Inc. 25020 Doble Avenue Harbor City, CA 90710 Tel:(310) 539-0455 Fax: (310) 539-5989 Sundays closed. Wed Nov 07 19:49:26 -0800 2007 2606453 15591 wiz 1 3105980 My first "mile high" sandwich experience was at Greenblatt's 20-some years ago--roast beef, turkey, cole slaw, russian dressing. It was pretty good. Haven't been back for a long time. Do people still go to Greenblatt's? Thu Nov 08 01:25:48 -0800 2007 2606453 15633 fdb 1 3108538 I vote Langer's. I have to go there every so often. Thu Nov 08 16:25:37 -0800 2007 2606453 17256 Teal 1 3108653 For an Italian sub, Victor Junior's in Culver City is easily one of the best I've ever had, and certainly blows away Bay Cities' Godmother by a longshot. In fact, I've never been back to Bay Cities after I found this sub. I get mine with extra meat and provolone. The prime rib French dip at Bandera is both incomparable and sublime. And it should be for the price. I get mine rare. The ham & swiss on rye at the Apple Pan is outstanding. And yes, Langer's pastrami on rye has no peer. Earth shatteringly good. I think that about covers it... Thu Nov 08 16:59:55 -0800 2007 2606453 16032 Moose 2 3636868 That's a bold statement about the Godmother. Going to have to check this out ASAP. Thanks for the tip. Mon Apr 28 11:38:47 -0700 2008 3108653 20200 Pesky_Humans 3 3637004 Agreed! It's about Godmother Time in the Dommy Household and I think we'll have to a taste off... ;) --Dommy! Mon Apr 28 12:08:33 -0700 2008 3636868 10659 Dommy 3 3697277 Yes, it is a bold statement, and I stand behind it. One caveat, however: Bay Cities Godmother sandwich was far better about 15 plus years ago. The bread was slightly less crusty, but more importantly, they put way more meat on the sub. If I were to compare Victor Jr's sub with the "old" Godmother, it would be a close race with my vote leaning to the Godmother. Unfortunately, today's Godmother is a pale facsimile of what it once was. Sat May 17 18:00:28 -0700 2008 3636868 16032 Moose 4 4929323 I wasn't around to try the Godmother's in the early/mid 90s. It is one of my favorite sandwiches these days and I went to try the Italian sub at Victor Jr's today (since it's relatively close to me). A good sandwich, especially for the value ($6.95 with tax included). Neither myself nor my wife thought it was better than the Godmother however. The bread wasn't as good and while the flavors were similar, the Victor's sub lacked the depth and complexity of the Godmother. Mostly, I think the bread makes a huge huge difference here. The Godmother with different bread wouldn't be the sandwich it is. And I suppose the Victor Jr's with better bread would also be a better sandwich. Glad to have gone to VJ's - I'm eager to try their hot sandwiches next. Sat Aug 08 16:09:27 -0700 2009 3697277 110491 odub 4 4930890 Just a word to the wise, you get WAY more meat if you order a customized sandwich. I usually get either salami and cheddar or capicola and provolone, and I get substantially more meat than I do on the Godmother. Sun Aug 09 11:51:57 -0700 2009 3697277 18466 a_and_w 5 4931075 Be that as it may, I never felt like the Godmother was short on meat. For those with a long enough memory to remember how the sandwich used to be, I can respect a sense of disappointment if it's declined in quantity (though I'd hesitate to equate quantity with quality). I think the Godmother is an incredible *tasting* sandwich and I don't think the sheer amount of meat is the only thing going there. The sandwich I had at Victor Jr's was tasty. But it wasn't as good as the Godmother (the inferior bread had much to do with that) and I don't think extra meat would have changed that. Again, no dis to Victor Jr's. I liked the sandwich. Sun Aug 09 13:23:22 -0700 2009 4930890 110491 odub 6 4932523 I'm not sure I want more meat than what they put on the Godmother. It's got a nice balance of meat, veggies, and other stuff. More meat would appeal to some American need for good value, but I don't think it does much for taste and texture. Mon Aug 10 06:40:50 -0700 2009 4931075 13350 glutton 1 3108813 Don't know if it's a "best" but just had the french dip at the new Lawry's in the Century City food court. They slice it right in front of you. Kind of a sodium bomb, but very tasty. Will return... Thu Nov 08 17:45:14 -0800 2007 2606453 25166 alexfood 2 3109325 Yes, I enjoyed the Carvery Prime Rib Original sandwich with au jus and creamy horseradish. Very tasty! Thu Nov 08 22:14:37 -0800 2007 3108813 15633 fdb 1 3634969 Not much you can say after Langers, but I do like the hoagie at Little Pietro's on North Lake in Pasadena. Sun Apr 27 18:55:47 -0700 2008 2606453 11832 Selter Head 1 3636857 For pastrami/corn beef I say Art's Delicatessen in Studio City. There's a reason people wait hours for a table there. French Dip of course Phillippe's. Best French *style* sandwiches Nicole's Gourmet Food in South Pasadena. I love their pate sandwiches. Pietro's on n> Lake is good for Italian style sandwiches. Mon Apr 28 11:36:21 -0700 2008 2606453 183791 SeaCook 1 3637041 Good thread. Lots of great sandwiches. My current fav is the Smoked pork and apple sauce sand. at the Village Idiot on Melrose. That sand. with fries, a side of bacony brussel sprouts and a glass or Spanish rose or a nice cider and I"m a happy camper. Mon Apr 28 12:15:26 -0700 2008 2606453 60617 rednyellow 1 3637120 I saw someone say it already, but BAY CITIES, hands down. It's in SM off Lincoln and Arizona I think. You can not beat these AMAZING sandwiches. You must get the godmother, poor boy, turkey, or anything with the WORKS, if you like it spicy get the hot pepper salad and make sure you have the Italian dressing on it. It's great to eat outside if you can get a table or take it to the beach. Don't wait too long because they will get soggy. Oh and it gets so crowded. I HIGH suggest placing an order online, type in bay cities Italian deli in google and it should pop up. Goodluck! Mon Apr 28 12:31:38 -0700 2008 2606453 186959 Morganmic 1 3696678 any former houstonian's on here? i am thinking of those fantastic po-boys at antone's, you'd go in and there would be a big basket of them, you could just grab a couple and go. completely delicious and amazing, like nothing else i've found here... Sat May 17 12:41:02 -0700 2008 2606453 191664 yellojello 2 3697267 It's hard to understand how, in a city known for fine street food, Bay Cities' sandwiches -- made largely from commercially available premium cold cuts -- are considered supreme. Unfortunately, they may be. As mentioned, Antone's in Houston has great sandwiches, but my favorite place (both for sandwiches with homemade fillings and for breakfast) is Mother's in New Orleans. The Mother's blackened ham po' boy is an exciting construction of excellent ham cut-to-order that includes the profound (the blackened edges of the ham) and the profane (the blackened edges of the ham). If anyone knows of something similar within, say, 500 miles of Los Angeles, please post! Sat May 17 17:55:38 -0700 2008 3696678 38373 Mel Gee 3 3706821 Epic thread! Ok, in no particular order: Pecan crusted catfish Poboy at Creole Chef (Ladera Heights?) BBQ turkey or pork on cheese bread at Bear Pit BBQ (Sepulveda) Monte Cristo at Jerrys (bring along a portable defibrillator) any daily special sandwich at The Cheese Store (Silverlake) OMG yum! +1 on the beef and blue cheese at Philipe (Los Angeles) weekend Tri Tip Sandwich at Hows Market (Granada Hills) If I had to pick one though, it would be the daily specials at The Cheese Store in Silverlake. They are heaven. Intelligensia Coffee also happens to be next door for a great shot of espresso. Tue May 20 18:41:22 -0700 2008 3697267 67421 ChrisF 1 3707259 I'm with some of the above folks... Bay Cities Deli... a.k.a. The W.O.P. shop. =) Try the Godfather of all sandwiches here. Mmmm. And the adjacent store ain't bad either... Great imports. Tue May 20 22:02:13 -0700 2008 2606453 125151 WORX4FUDE 1 3707312 Philipes has great offerings! They are near the train station. Tue May 20 22:41:30 -0700 2008 2606453 21396 normalheightsfoodie 1 3931610 I'm a big fan of beach restaurant sandwiches...you know, everything has avacado and sprouts? That said, MY personal fave (not to be confused with "The Best") sandwich lies at Seacliff Liquor in Huntington Beach, my own personal masterpiece that took years to perfect...Soft French roll, thick cream cheese on both halves, yellow mustard on both halves, super thin roast beef, mashed up avacado, tomatoes, sprouts, and a huge handful of those yellow sour pepper rings. Oh, my yes, my mouth is watering right now!! Luckily, I taught myself how to make it perfectly at home, since I live in Hollywood now...If you stop by, pick up some Have'a Chips and a Snapple. Seacliff Liquor 402 17th St. Huntington Beach, Ca 92648 Tue Aug 05 10:02:10 -0700 2008 2606453 212582 schrutefarms 1 3936323 This post reminds me how much I miss Coles. Wed Aug 06 17:35:22 -0700 2008 2606453 60617 rednyellow 1 3936544 No one has yet mentioned Domingo's Italian Deli on Ventura in Encino. Best Italian sandwiches in the Valley. Up there with Bay Cities imho. Wed Aug 06 19:09:39 -0700 2008 2606453 216595 srgx2 2 3936862 Hasn't anyone been to the Malibu Country Mart? Roast beef on pretzel bread, turkey with cranberry mayo and warm brie, pulled pork on homemade bread... Need I say more? Wed Aug 06 21:24:27 -0700 2008 3936544 13554 cls 1 3937880 Gelsons has a turkey, brie, and cranberry mayo too. Personally, I think their deli is so-so, but that sandwich is really good. Thu Aug 07 09:22:44 -0700 2008 2606453 212582 schrutefarms 1 4449920 I agree with a lot of the replies here Langers, Phillipes, etc but one place I have never seen mentioned is the carving station inside The Tam O'Shanter on Los Feliz in Atwater Village. Everything is freshly made and is hand carved and dipped on the spot. My favorites are the prime rib, the roast pork and the beef brisket. Stay away from the roast beef. They simply make the best dip sandwiches in LA IMVHO. Tue Feb 24 22:38:01 -0800 2009 2606453 269665 Ken A 1 4451970 I have to say The Oinkster in Eagle Rock has to offer just about the best sandwiches in town. My second would be Bay Cities Deli in Santa Monica. Wed Feb 25 15:04:55 -0800 2009 2606453 259583 ohdaylay 1 4781959 Label's Table on Pico near Doheny. Great bargain deli sandwiches. Sandwiches are $7.50, daily special is $6.50. Nice size, great pastrami and brisket, good pickles, and some really outstanding rye bread. Cobb salad was good too. No frills but good reasonably priced sandwiches. http://www.labelstabledeli.com Wed Jun 17 13:11:36 -0700 2009 2606453 1084650 Alexbear 1 4788653 238 posts on this topic and EVERYONE has still not unanimously agreed on 1 single sandwich in to be the "best SANDWICH in (Los Angeles) period. " What is wrong w/ you people? Fri Jun 19 15:49:21 -0700 2009 2606453 16666 ilikefood 2 4810334 Bay Cities' God Mother Sat Jun 27 02:41:32 -0700 2009 4788653 259583 ohdaylay 3 4810743 While I love The Godmother, must have the hot pepper stuff though, I would say that it's far from 'The Best'. My vote goes to a seasonal specialty at Mendocino Farms: Untraditional Lobster Roll 12.95 Sauteed Lobster with Lemon Celery Relish, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Tomatoes and Shredded Romaine on a Breadbar Roll Great ingrediants on a fantastic quality roll.........HEAVENLY!!! Sat Jun 27 09:02:33 -0700 2009 4810334 10864 sel 4 4810779 does sound good, there's no mayo in there, right? and are they already made or can you get it without bacon? Sat Jun 27 09:29:23 -0700 2009 4810743 10866 kevin 5 4810946 ALL of their wonderful sandwiches are assembled to order, and pretty quickly at that. Stuff like bacon is pre-cooked but fresh, I think that they will leave stuff off but have a no substitution policy. But on the other hand they will let you 'design' you're own sandwich so you can get what you want! Good stuff, thanks again ipse dixit! Sat Jun 27 11:02:15 -0700 2009 4810779 10864 sel 1 4819187 I have been to all of these places Langers, Bay City, Porto's, Phillippe's, Attarri, North End Cafe and let me just say in all certainty: there is no other sandwich than the Bad Boy Sub at Mario's Deli in Glendale. I am not kidding when i say that this sandwich is a game ender. Everyone please try it and i promise you will find the end of your sandwich quest. Tue Jun 30 14:51:20 -0700 2009 2606453 1089858 PeteyB 2 5110657 I have tried another sub at Mario's.( can't remember the name of it now. perhaps it is a newer one they have been marketing lately. I think it has an acronym for a name) Anyway, it was deeelicious! I added Italian peppers to it. Wow. I'll have to try the Bad Boy next time. Ok, i just looked it up. It's the S.O.B. http://mariosdeli.com/ HIGHLY recommend. Sat Oct 17 13:17:36 -0700 2009 4819187 103837 Hapafish 1 4909662 the roasted pork sandwich at Porto's in Glendale blows me away... great sandwich and under $5... are you freakin' kidding me? best sandwich value (taste and price) in LA (their fried mashed potato sandwich isn't too shabby either). also... i gotta agree with several other posts here that the godmother in SM at bay cities is about as good as deli sandwiches get. the bread sets it apart. Sat Aug 01 17:26:52 -0700 2009 2606453 108960 HerbyN 1 4957406 Is Bay Cities opening up at the Brentwood Country Mart? Lots of rumors...desparately seeking confirmation!!! Tue Aug 18 16:51:52 -0700 2009 2606453 1100695 johnnymgs 2 4958230 NOOOOO!!!! You already have Santa Monica. Bring Bay Cities to the Eastside!!! Wed Aug 19 02:26:07 -0700 2009 4957406 212582 schrutefarms 2 4958480 Bay Cities said it best when asked (and I paraphrase here) "No, we aren't opening up another store in the Country Mart, or anywhere else for that matter" http://la.eater.com/archives/2009/08/05/rumormongering.php Wed Aug 19 06:10:36 -0700 2009 4957406 108169 Servorg