Where to Find the Best Sandwiches in Dallas-Fort Worth
Readers of The Dallas Morning News’ Eat Drink D-FW newsletter shared their favorite subs, hot sandwiches, and specific orders in response to a call-out from food reporter Claire Ballor. Here are some of the top picks:
Restaurants and Shops to Start With
A handful of folks helped provide a laundry list of restaurants and shops to start with: AllGood Cafe in Deep Ellum, Dino’s Subs in Arlington, Eatzi’s (multiple locations), Fond in downtown Dallas, The Great Outdoors (multiple locations), Goodfriend Package in the White Rock area, Jimmy’s Food Store in Old East Dallas, Latin Deli in Northeast Dallas, Luckys in Oak Lawn, and Weinberger’s Deli in Grapevine. A few national chains also got mentions, such as Jason’s Deli, Jersey Mike’s Subs, and Jimmy John’s. There were also a few memories of places gone-by, including Great American Hero and Antoine’s.
Favorite Specific Sandwich Orders
Here’s a look at some of the favorite specific sandwich orders from readers:
- Chicken salad sandwich at B-Side Coffee in Oak Cliff. "Their chicken salad has candied jalapeños and is so good. They also have a smoked Gouda with chili oil and honey that’s so good!" — Whit, Oak Cliff
- Royal French Dip at Brentwood in Far North Dallas. "We crave it and go often for this bit of deliciousness … It’s mouthwatering and made with their incredible prime rib. A delicious au jus plus lively fresh horseradish sauce accompanies this golden crispy sandwich with dreamy melting cheese. You may customize it with or without caramelized onions and balsamic glaze. Please try it! You will walk away happy and probably planning your next visit." — Amy, Far North Dallas
- Zaguan Sandwich at Zaguan Latin Cafe & Bakery in Oak Lawn. Sharon of Rowlett says the sandwich with grilled shredded beef, sweet onions, Swiss cheese, and mayo is "the BEST" [sic].
- Classic Caesar with chicken at Bread Zeppelin with locations across D-FW. "I finally tried Bread Zeppelin. I got the chicken Caesar but they have many more interesting options. It was great to have the crunchy warm outside of the French bread without the bulky interior part. It was unique and perfect for people who want a ratio of more greens, less bread." — Karri, Uptown Dallas
- Grilled cheeses at Two Wings Coffee Co. in downtown Dallas. "If you are ever in the mood for a hot sandwich, there is this awesome place in the Exchange Food Hall at the AT&T Discovery District called Two Wings Coffee Co. They have some great grilled cheeses. They aren’t just your regular, basic grilled cheeses either; they have an assortment of some pretty great choices. My husband and I go there all the time! He always gets the Big Tex and I get The Ultimate." — Sage
More Recommendations
This section is dedicated to the three picks provided by Alfonso, who lives in Lake Highlands:
- The Snitch from Scardello’s in downtown Dallas. "Hands down the best sandwich I have had in Dallas. And I’ve tried a lot, from Cubans in Carrollton to muffulettas in Old East Dallas (Jimmy’s), to gigantic burgers in Oak Cliff (Wingfield’s). The Snitch is noteworthy."
- Pastrami sandwich (not the Reuben) from Carshon’s Deli in Fort Worth. "I grew up in a Jewish enclave in southern California (Palm Springs) and this is as good as Pastrami gets! (And I’ve trekked to Kenny and Ziggy’s in Houston and Katz’s and 2nd Ave Deli in NYC)."
- Patty melt at Beef House in Garland – "A ’70’s trip-back-in-time greasy spoon, complete with "What’ll it be, Hon?" waitress. Their patty melt with fresh cut fries (with the skins on) is about as good as it gets for a patty melt (although Cindi’s on Central does a pretty good rendition of the PM w/ fries as well). But the Beef House – you have to see it to believe it – it’s a time-traveling throwback."
Conclusion
The Dallas-Fort Worth area is home to a diverse range of sandwich shops and restaurants, each with its own unique flavors and offerings. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic deli sandwich or something more adventurous, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant city. Be sure to check out some of the top picks from readers and see what you can discover for yourself.
FAQs
Q: What are some popular sandwich shops in Dallas-Fort Worth?
A: Some popular sandwich shops in Dallas-Fort Worth include AllGood Cafe, Dino’s Subs, Eatzi’s, Fond, The Great Outdoors, Goodfriend Package, Jimmy’s Food Store, Latin Deli, Luckys, and Weinberger’s Deli.
Q: What are some national chain sandwich shops?
A: Some national chain sandwich shops include Jason’s Deli, Jersey Mike’s Subs, and Jimmy John’s.
Q: What are some places that are no longer open?
A: Some places that are no longer open include Great American Hero and Antoine’s.
Q: How can I hear more about the top sandwich picks from the DMN food team?
A: You can hear some of the DMN food team’s takes in this week’s edition of the Eat Drink D-FW podcast.
