Best of Boston

Best Sandwich, Breakfast

2001 Best Sandwich, Deli

Sam LaGrassa’s

Boston
Whether it's the "Famous Rumanian Pastrami," simple turkey, or a grilled sandwich, these handmade creations hit the spot every time. Though there are vegetarian options, [...] read more»
2000 Best Sandwich, Gourmet

Parish Cafe

Boston
It's hard to compete with a sandwich joint that's tapping into the culinary genius of just about every megachef in Boston. Among the delicacies on [...] read more»
2000 Best Sandwich, Deli

Zaftigs Delicatessen

Brookline
Oy vey, they're not supposed to make corned beef or pastrami this good outside of the Lower East Side. Despite the high prices and yuppie [...] read more»
1999 Best Sandwich

Parish Cafe

Boston
What if great Boston chefs such as Todd English of Olives, Lydia Shire of Biba, Jody Adams of Rialto, and Chris Schlesigner of East Coast [...] read more»
1998 Best Sandwich

Kettle Cafe

Boston
The variety may not be the most extensive, but Kettle Cafe wins the taste test by a mile. In addition to muffins, croissants, and biscotti [...] read more»
1997 Best Sandwich

Parish Cafe

Boston
This bistro doesn't dub its sandwich selection "The Great Ones" for nothing. Some of the city's best chefs have contributed recipes for lavishly layered concoctions [...] read more»
1996 Best Sandwich, Creative

Parish Cafe

Boston
Truly our town's most creative sandwiches, designed by area chefs. A sampling: the Chan Chan, a flour tortilla wrapped around duck confit and julienned vegetables [...] read more»
1995 Best Sandwich, Cuban

Manny’s Pastries

Roslindale
Stuff Cuban bread with roast pork, smoked ham, and Swiss cheese, put it in a sandwich press, and voila—Cuban sandwich heaven. read more»
1995 Best Sandwich, Ham and Cheese

Black Goose

Boston
Delicious grilled thick slices of honey-baked ham on focaccia, with lettuce, tomato, and Dijon mustard. Comes with a side of potato salad. We'd eat this [...] read more»
1995 Best Sandwich, Meat

Artu

Boston
Artu's sandwiches are big, bold, and meaty. The roast lamb is overflowing with succulent, thinly slices meat, enough for two meals. The fresh mozzarella, tomato, [...] read more»