Craving sandwiches? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable sandwich spots in Milwaukee, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to meet your needs.
1. The Soup Otzie's
Topping the list is The Soup Otzie's. Located at 3950 S. Howell Ave. in Tippecanoe, the spot to score sandwiches and soup is the highest rated inexpensive sandwich spot in Milwaukee, boasting 4.5 stars out of 82 reviews on Yelp.
This spot's menu rotates daily and features options ranging from specialty sandwiches, stews and stuffed peppers to mac and cheese and tomato florentine soup. Stop in Monday for stuffed peppers with a dill pickle or on Tuesday for Italian sausage vegetable soup. (Check out the menu here.)
Yelper Kevin D., who reviewed it on Dec. 11, wrote, "Had dinner at The Soup Otzie's tonight. Awesome soups and sandwiches. Everything is homemade, including the bread! Maybe the best Cuban sandwich I ever had! I highly recommend!"
2. Richard's Cafe
Next up is Walker's Point's Richard's Cafe, situated at 700 W. Virginia St., Suite 203. With five stars out of 23 reviews on Yelp, the cafe and breakfast spot serving sandwiches and more has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.
Sandwiches include the Tannery with goat beef, caramelized onion, blue cheese and mayo; the Club with turkey, bacon, lettuce, mayo and Swiss cheese; or the Chicken Caesar with Parmesan and tomato. Breakfast meals like a two-egg breakfast sandwich with bacon, as well as soups and salads, round out this spot's menu.
Scott W. said, "Awesome cafe located inside the Timbers Building. Great food, great service. Locally grown/produced ingredients. Must visit just to grab a bite and walk around this awesome renovation of a historic tannery. A Milwaukee landmark!"
3. Zoup!
Lower East Side's Zoup!, located at 1433 N. Jefferson St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly national chain where you can score salads, soup and sandwiches 4.5 stars out of 53 reviews.
Warm up with a bowl of chicken fajita soup with chunks of chicken, peppers, onions, tomatoes, carrots and celery in a seasoned tomato stock. It's garnished with cheese and tortillas. Also on offer are options such as the maple bacon ham sandwich with Swiss cheese and maple aioli. It's served toasted on stone-baked ciabatta. (Check out the full menu here.)
Rick G. wrote, "Another great experience at Zoup! The sandwiches are tremendous, the soup is absolutely delicious and the staff absolutely fantastic and definitely service oriented."
4. Xankia
Xankia, a Vietnamese spot that offers bubble tea, sandwiches and more in Kilbourn Town, is another low-priced go-to, with four stars out of 132 Yelp reviews. Head over to 222 W. Wells St. to see for yourself.
If you're looking for a sandwich, the spot offers various bahn mi options. Or, dip your spoon into a large bowl of Vietnamese phở, or grab a noodle or rice entree at this fan-favorite restaurant. Appetizers, salads and other large plates are also on offer.
Lillian U. said, "Best bahn mi in the city. Love the house special and the sardine sandwich. Please give this place business!"
5. The Green Kitchen
Finally,over in Juneau Town, check out The Green Kitchen, which has earned four stars out of 130 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the vegetarian spot, which offers sandwiches and more, by heading over to 400 N. Water St.
This health-centric eatery allows customers to make their own salads or choose a house creation. Gourmet and hot sandwiches are also on offer. Look out for the Pear-adise salad with spring mix, pears, raisins and blue cheese and add a protein for $1.
Sandwich options include the Turkey & Cheddar with honey mustard and the Mediterranean with chicken, olives, provolone, spinach and roasted red peppers. (Check out the full menu here.)
Yelper Brandon R. said, "There are so many options in the market, but I keep coming back here. The ingredients are fresh, the price is right and the flavors really shine. I have gotten the turkey sandwich with mascarpone cheese, sun-dried tomato basil and greens twice. Each time I was very happy."
