Looking to sample the finest sandwiches around town, but don't want to empty your wallet?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the most exceptional affordable sandwich sources in Austin, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best places to fill the bill.
1. Austin Daily Press
Topping the list is Austin Daily Press. Located at 1900 E. Martin Luther King Blvd., Suite B, in Upper Boggy Creek, the deli, which offers sandwiches, comfort food and more, is the highest-rated destination for economical sandwiches in Austin, boasting 4.5 stars out of 271 reviews on Yelp.
"With humble roots as a late night food trailer, Austin Daily Press got their start pressing panini for the show-goers and bar patrons of the Red River Cultural District," the business explains in the history section of its Yelp profile. "With an insatiable hunger for big, bold, Texas-sized flavor and all things sandwich, the team partnered with Executive Chef Reed Faitak in the summer of 2012 and took the leap to a brick-and-mortar operation. With the advent of a tiny yet proper kitchen, Chef Reed and his team found their culinary calling by way of the classic Mexican sandwich, the torta."
As far as what the business is known for, "Chef-driven fast casual with a focus on fusion tortas, tapas and tacos!" it states on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.
2. Bird Bird Biscuit
Bird Bird Biscuit, a restaurant that serves sandwiches, breakfast, brunch and more in Rosewood, is another much-loved, inexpensive go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 648 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2701 Manor Road to give it a try for yourself.
"Brian and Ryan are best friends and business partners/owners of Bird Bird Biscuit," the business says in the bio section of its Yelp profile. "Inspired by breakfast and comfort food, these two have undertaken a new journey together of spreading love and joy, one biscuit sandwich at a time."
3. Van's Bánh Mì
Over in North Loop, check out Van's Bánh Mì, which has earned five stars out of 195 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the food truck and Vietnamese eatery, which specializes in sandwiches and more, by heading over to 201 E. 53rd St.
"Our bánh mì is the talk of the town," the business touts on Yelp in the section pertaining to specialties. Signature items include "Bánh mì (Vietnamese sandwich), rice plates and vermicelli bowls, completed with season-marinated pork, chicken, beef and shrimp, [topped] with fresh vegetables and sauce."
Furthermore, "We take pride in making you the best bánh mì, with the finest ingredients and love," its Yelp page continues. "For example, we only use fresh bread, which [is] baked daily from our kitchen. All our meats are flame-grilled to order, so we can ensure the best flavors and textures."
4. Fricano's Deli
Last but not least, there's Fricano's Deli, a West Campus favorite with 4.5 stars out of 583 reviews. Stop by 2405 Nueces St., Suite G, to hit up the deli, which is known for its sandwiches, next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings on a budget.
Yelper Shahzur J., who reviewed Fricano's Deli on March 9 wrote, "These are the best sandwiches in West Campus. ... Surprise sandwich is always good, and pretty affordable."
Grace L. noted, "Sandwiches are huge, and well worth the price. My usual is to make my own. I like roast beef, and add all my favorite veggies. They put so much, and so generous every time. Veggies always fresh. Bread always toasted and buttery. Such a delicious sandwich."
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