If you're looking for Saint Paul's best sandwich, consider that National Sandwich Day is just around the corner. Every year, on November 3, sandwich lovers take a day to celebrate what happens when you put delicious things in between two slices of bread.
To help get you on the bandwagon, we've rounded up Saint Paul's top sandwich joints, using both Yelp data and our own methodology.
And remember, there's no rule that says you can only eat one sandwich a day.
1. Brunson's Pub
Topping the list is Brunson's Pub. Located at 956 Payne Ave., the pub, which offers burgers, sandwiches and more, is the highest rated sandwich spot in Saint Paul, boasting 4.5 stars out of 131 reviews on Yelp.
Look for the fried chicken sandwich with pickles, tomatoes, lettuce and honey Dijon mustard on a pretzel bun; a BLT with fried egg, avocado, arugula and garlic aioli; and the Italian with pastrami, pepperoni, salami, tomato and herb vinaigrette on French bread. Check out more options here.
2. Nelson Cheese & Deli
Next up is Nelson Cheese & Deli, situated at 1562 Como Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 114 reviews on Yelp, the cheese shop and deli has proven to be a local favorite with both hot and cold sandwich options.
Steamy sandwiches include the Kansas City BBQ with roast beef and cheddar cheese on French bread, and the Santa Fe with chicken breast, Monterey jack cheese, caliente sauce, tomato, lettuce and onion on an onion roll.
Want a cold sandwich? Grab the Veggie, which includes chive harvarti, cheddar and baby Swiss cheese on whole-wheat bread with lettuce, tomato, onion, green pepper, cucumbers, sprouts and herb mayo. Here is the full list of menu options.
3. Swede Hollow Café
Dayton's Bluff's Swede Hollow Café, located at 725 Seventh St. East, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the bakery, which offers coffee, tea, sandwiches and more, 4.5 stars out of 112 reviews.
Classic sandwich options include turkey and cheddar, ham and Swiss and roast beef and provolone.
Other notable menu choices include the Mediterranean Veggie sandwich with olive tapenade, tomato, cucumber, feta cheese and roasted red onion on house-made focaccia bread and the Toasted 4 Cheese complete with provolone, cheddar, Swiss, Gouda and honey mustard on sourdough bread. Check out the website for a complete list of sandwich options.
4. Cecils
Cecils, a deli that offers sandwiches and more in Highland, is another go-to, with four stars out of 344 Yelp reviews. Head over to 651 Cleveland Ave. South to see for yourself.
On its menu, sandwich options include white roasted turkey, roast beef, salami, BLT, corned beef and more. Diners can choose their bread. Burgers, hot dogs, salads and desserts round out this spot's menu.
5. Skyva Deli
Then there's Skyva Deli, which has earned five stars out of 16 reviews on Yelp. You can find the deli, which offers sandwiches, salads and more, downtown at 55 E. Fifth St.
Specialty sandwiches include the hot and spicy Chicken Cashew Sandwich with grapes, walnuts, celery, onion, chipotle mayo, lettuce and mayo; the Healthy Sandwich with avocado, cucumber, tomato, onion, lettuce, white cheese and mayo; and an egg salad sandwich with lettuce and tomato. Here is the menu.
