3 Best Sandwich Shops in Pasadena, CA

Expert-recommended Top 3 Sandwich Shops in Pasadena, California. All of our sandwich shops actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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THE HAT

491 North Lake Avenue,
Pasadena, CA 91101 Directions

Since 1951

Specialities:

Pastrami Dip Tuna Turkey Turkey and Ham Avocado Cold Beef Ham and Swiss Ham and American Roast Beef (au Jus) Roast Beef (gravy) Bar-b-que Beef Steak Sandwich Grilled Cheese Tuna Melt Hamburger Doubleburger Cheeseburger Pastrami Burger Chiliburger Double Chiliburger Junior Burger, Hot Dog Chili Dog Chili Tamale Fries Chili Cheese Fries Chili Fries Wet Fries (with Gravy) Pastrami Chili Cheese Fries Onion Rings Potato Salad Side Of Pastrami Chili Chili (bowl) Peppers Bar-b-que Sauce Gravy

"The Hat has initially gained popularity as a small stand specializing in "World Famous Pastrami." They have a signature offering, the pastrami dip sandwich, which quickly became a local favorite with over 75 years of service and the restaurant expanding to multiple locations throughout the region. The Hat is known for its generous portions and casual, retro atmosphere that has remained a staple in Southern California, offering classic American fast food such as burgers, fries, and, chili cheese fries alongside its beloved pastrami sandwiches. The Hat offers a selection of merchandise, including apparel featuring classic cars, and gift cards available at all locations.

2026 Highlights: The Hat has completed a full digital overhaul across all 11 of their California restaurants to onboard a unified commercial and payment platform."

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Pasadena Dining Guide: Best Restaurants Selection by Pasadena Magazine in 2025

Menu:

Pastrami Sandwiches
Pastrami Dip $12.60
Cold Sandwiches
Tuna $9.60
Turkey $9.60
Turkey & Ham $9.60
Avocado $9.60
Cold Beef $12.60
Ham & Swiss $9.60
Ham & American $9.60
Hot Sandwiches
Roast Beef (Au Jus) $12.60
Roast Beef (Gravy) $12.60
Barbecue Beef $12.60
Steak Sandwich $12.60
Grilled Cheese $5.60
Tuna Melt $11.25
Hot Dogs
Hot Dog $3.99
Chili Dog $5.90
Chili Tamale $6.25
Burgers
Hamburger $5.65
Doubleburger $7.65
Cheeseburger $6.25
Double Cheeseburger $7.95
Pastrami Burger $12.60
Chiliburger $6.50
Double Chiliburger $7.90
Junior Burger $3.99
Turkey Burger $6.95
Side Orders
Fries $5.45
Chili Cheese Fries $10.59
Chili Fries $8.60
Wet Fries (With Gravy) $6.75
Pastrami Chili Cheese Fries $17.59
Onion Rings $6.75
Potato Salad $3.35

Contact:

(626) 449-1844

Mon-Sun: 10am - 11pm

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PERRY'S JOINT

2051 Lincoln Avenue,
Pasadena, CA 91103 Directions

Since 2004

Specialities:

Perry's Veggie Combo The Hip Bird The Max Roast Tuna By Starlight The Egg From Ipanema Chicken Mingus Pastrami No Chaser The Tuna Simone The Hip Max Perry Pounder The Guru The Big Band Hey Joe! House Salad The American The Chicago The New York The Detroit (coney Dog) The Adventure The Big City The Pastrami Dog Nachos Chili and Cheese Nachos Nachos (everything) Child Single Double Sundae Banana Split Milkshake Malt Root Beer Float Sherbet Freeze Pint Quart Assorted Teas Au Lait Hot Chocolate Latte Italian Soda Affogato Soda (can) Juice

"Perry's Joint is known for their original handcrafted gourmet-style sandwiches that are piled higher and wider than most sandwiches. Perry Bennett is the owner of the shop and has been serving for over 20 years. The sandwich shop is a perfect place for school kids stopping by to grab an after-school snack, a city worker having lunch, and a couple enjoying Tuesday evening jazz, and you can always count on Perry to leave your palate satisfied. The restaurant is also open for takeout options. Perry's Joint provides gift cards for their customers. Perry's Joint offers outdoor seating options for their customers. They take pride in their original handcrafted gourmet-style sandwiches that pile higher and wider than any consumer’s mouth.

2026 Highlights: Perry’s Joint now sells large corporate catering packages that start at fifteen dollars per person. They put in a new touch-screen ordering kiosk to reduce line wait times by forty percent."

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Best Places to Eat / Best Sandwich Spot by Pasadena Magazine in 2026
License #202132710175

Menu:

Sandwiches
Perry's Veggie Combo $12.50
The Hip Bird $12.50
The Max Roast $12.50
Tuna By Starlight $12.50
The Egg From Ipanema $12.50
Chicken Mingus $12.50
Pastrami, No Chaser $12.50
The Tuna Simone $13.50
The Hip Max $13.50
Perry Pounder $13.50
The Guru $13.50
The Big Band $14.50
Hey Joe! $14.50
HOT DOGS:
The American $5.50
The Chicago $5.75
The New York $5.75
The Detroit (Coney Dog) $5
The Adventure $6.50
The Big City $6.25
The Pastrami Dog $7

Discount:

100% Off for Proceeds Donated to Community Scholarships on Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Day

Contact:

(626) 798-4700

Mon-Fri: 11am - 4pm
Sat: 11am - 3pm
Sun: Closed

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LEE'S HOAGIE HOUSE

2269 East Colorado Boulevard, Suite 101,
Pasadena, CA 91107 Directions

Since 1987

Specialities:

Chicken Pesto Sandwich Chimichurri Steak Sandwich Grilled Chicken Avocado Club California Chicken BLT Sandwich Tuna Sandwich Turkey or Roast Beef Sandwich Tuna Melt/Turkey Melt Vegetarian Melt Roast Beef or Turkey Melt Cold Vegetarian Sandwich Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich Grilled Cheese Turkey Club Sandwich Chicken Hoagie Philly Cheesesteak California Cheesesteak Chipotle Ranch Chicken Cheesesteak Tri-Tip Hoagie Hot Pastrami Meatball White Fish Hoagie Salmon Hoagie Italian Hoagie Turkey Hoagie

"Lee's Hoagie House is a premier sandwich shop that has been serving hoagies and Philly cheesesteaks for over 35 years. The food is freshly made breakfast dishes, including omelets, burritos, buttermilk pancakes, and a savory steak and eggs dish. These hungry customers specifically come with an empty stomach to enjoy the Famous Chicken Hoagie. They offer soft sourdough rolls, and the succulent chicken is topped with lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, grilled onions, and their tasty secret sauce. Lee's Hoagie House is an ideal place to grab a bite with friends and family. They offer catering services with a diverse menu. They are committed to quality and flavor, and are a go-to spot for delicious hoagies and satisfying meals.

2026 Highlights: Lee's Hoagie House features new digital ordering kiosks inside the restaurant to cut customer wait times down to under 5 minutes."

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Legacy Business Designation Award by LA Conservancy in 2024
License #1390325

Menu:

Sandwiches
Chicken Pesto Sandwich $14
Chimichurri Steak Sandwich $18
Grilled Chicken Avocado Club $13
California Chicken $13
BLT Sandwich $11
Tuna Sandwich $11
Turkey or Roast Beef Sandwich $11
Tuna Melt Turkey Melt $11
Vegetarian Melt $11
Roast Beef or Turkey Melt $13
Cold Vegetarian Sandwich $11
Grilled Ham & Cheese Sandwich $11
Grilled Cheese $6
Turkey Club Sandwich $14
Hot Hoagies
Chicken Hoagie $14
Philly Cheesesteak $14
California Cheesesteak $14
Chipotle Ranch Chicken Cheesesteak $17
Tri-Tip Hoagie $14
Hot Pastrami $14
Meatball $14
White Fish Hoagie $16
Salmon Hoagie $16
Breakfast Burritos & Sandwiches:
Steak or Chicken Burrito $14
Bacon or Sausage Burrito $12
Combo Burrito $14
Pastrami Burrito $16
Chorizo Burrito $12
Vegetarian Burrito $12

Discount:

Up To 10% Off on Back In Gift Card Rewards on Corporate Catering Via Foodja

Contact:

(626) 577-2250

Mon-Fri: 7am - 4pm
Sat: 7am - 3pm
Sun: Closed

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