5 Best Sandwich Shops in Toronto (2026)

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By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Toronto's best sandwich shops rarely agree on what a sandwich even is: an Italian deli sub loaded with imported prosciutto, a Vietnamese banh mi with pickled carrot, or a Philly cheesesteak dripping with provolone. The top-rated name on this page holds a 4.8, and between them these shops have logged over 6,700 Google reviews, proof that a great sandwich still draws a line no matter the style.

Short answer: Good Behaviour Ice Cream and Sub Sandwiches leads on rating at 4.8 stars across 1,325 reviews, while Banh Mi Boys is the most-reviewed sandwich shop on this page (2,092 reviews) for Vietnamese-style banh mi. Expect to pay roughly $8 to $25 per person for a sandwich meal in Toronto, more for a specialty Italian sub loaded with premium meats.

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4. Lambo's Deli
5. Illstyl3 Sammies
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Toronto's Sandwich Shops, Side by Side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Good Behaviour Ice Cream and Sub Sandwiches	4.8 ★	1,325	Sub sandwiches and ice cream in one stop	View ›
2	Banh Mi Boys	4.4 ★	2,092	Vietnamese banh mi, most reviewed	View ›
3	Alfie’s Sandwiches+Market	4.7 ★	1,069	Premium Italian sandwiches	View ›
4	Lambo's Deli	4.5 ★	1,289	Classic Italian deli, large portions	View ›
5	Illstyl3 Sammies	4.6 ★	1,029	Philly cheesesteak	View ›

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Good Behaviour Ice Cream and Sub Sandwiches

4.81,325 Google reviews

Good Behaviour Ice Cream and Sub Sandwiches is a Queen Street West shop pairing scratch-made custard ice cream with gourmet sub sandwiches, an unusual combination that has become its calling card. Sandwiches range from a tuna sub with red pepper relish and garlic dill mayo to a decadent beef brisket sub with garlic butter bread, alongside sides like pasta salad and coleslaw. It holds the highest rating of any sandwich shop on this page.

What people praise

Highest rating on this list, with both sandwiches and ice cream praised
Tuna sub singled out repeatedly, with a well-balanced relish and mayo
Fresh, light bread across multiple sandwich styles
Ice cream flavours described as creative and well made

Worth knowing

Layout can confuse first-time visitors, since the sandwich counter is separate from the ice cream window
One reviewer found a specialty sandwich a bit too rich for a single sitting

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,325 · 92nd

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: The top-rated pick on this page, and the only spot here doubling as an ice cream shop. A strong choice if you want dessert and lunch handled in the same stop.

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335 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2A1

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Banh Mi Boys

4.42,092 Google reviews

Banh Mi Boys is a fast-casual Vietnamese sandwich shop on Yonge Street serving traditional banh mi alongside bao buns and tacos, with daily specials and a digital ordering kiosk. It has built the largest review base of any sandwich shop in this city, drawing lunch crowds from the nearby TMU and Yonge-Dundas area, and staff can adjust spice level when you order through a person rather than the kiosk.

What people praise

Most-reviewed sandwich shop on this list by a wide margin
Strong value, with most banh mi priced between $7 and $13
Daily deals worth checking before you order
Fast, friendly service even during the lunch rush

Worth knowing

Traditional banh mi here leans light on cucumber, mostly pickled carrot, worth knowing if that matters to you
Spice levels can run hotter than expected, so confirm before ordering medium or above

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume2,092 · 97th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown60% 5-star

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Our take: The volume leader on this page and the clear Vietnamese sandwich specialist. Order through staff rather than the kiosk if you want to control spice level.

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329 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 1R7

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Alfie’s Sandwiches+Market

4.71,069 Google reviews

Alfie's Sandwiches+Market is a Baldwin Street shop and Italian grocery specializing in sandwiches built from imported Italian ingredients, including 24-month Prosciutto di Parma, truffle cream, burrata and lemon basil pesto. It also runs a catering program with build-your-own focaccia boxes for larger events. Reviewers consistently describe it as punching well above typical sandwich-shop ingredient quality.

What people praise

Imported, high-quality Italian ingredients praised consistently
Halal beef and chicken options available alongside vegan choices
Custom sandwich building well accommodated by staff
Standout signature sandwiches like the Monalisa and Chicken Milano

Worth knowing

Very limited seating, mostly outdoor benches
Premium ingredients mean prices run higher than a standard sub shop

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume1,069 · 81st

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown81% 5-star

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Our take: The premium pick on this page if ingredient quality matters more than price. Best treated as takeout, since indoor seating is minimal.

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36 Baldwin St, Toronto, ON M5T 1L3

#4🕑 Open 7 days

Lambo's Deli

4.51,289 Google reviews

Lambo's Deli is a classic Italian deli-style sandwich shop with locations on Bellwoods Avenue and Queen Street East, known for its foot-long Italian Trio piled with sopressata, mortadella, prosciutto and fresh mozzarella. It operates as a takeout-focused counter with essentially no indoor seating, and reviewers repeatedly describe the portions as large enough to share.

What people praise

Generous portions, with the Italian Trio big enough for two people
Fresh bread and quality deli meats praised consistently
Simple, classic deli-style approach done well
Fast service even during a busy lunch rush

Worth knowing

No indoor seating beyond a small countertop by the window
Bread can soften if the sandwich sits before eating

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume1,289 · 86th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown76% 5-star

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Our take: The classic Italian deli experience on this page, built for takeout rather than sitting down. Come hungry, since portions here run large.

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176 Bellwoods Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2P4

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Illstyl3 Sammies

4.61,029 Google reviews

Illstyl3 Sammies is a Philly cheesesteak specialist on Richmond Street West run by Saint Lucian-born owner Germain Marshall, who lived in Philadelphia for years before bringing the recipe to Toronto. It is a pickup-only shop offering cheesesteak platters, hot sauce made in house, and loaded or pizza fries, and reviewers describe it as the most authentic cheesesteak in the city.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently call it the most authentic Philly cheesesteak in Toronto
Generous portions on the cheesesteak platter
House-made hot sauce and spice mix praised repeatedly
Owner's personal Philadelphia experience shows in technique

Worth knowing

Very small shop, no in-store dining available currently
One reviewer found a specific cheesesteak underseasoned relative to the reputation

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume1,029 · 75th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown83% 5-star

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Our take: The cheesesteak specialist on this page, run by someone who learned the format where it was invented. Order ahead for pickup, since seating is not an option here.

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300 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1X2

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Toronto sandwich shops. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from over a thousand people carries more weight than a similar score from a much smaller base. Recency reflects how recently customers are still reviewing. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a sandwich cost in Toronto? (2026)

Based on price-per-person figures reviewers reported across these shops, here is what to expect for a sandwich meal in Toronto:

Job	Typical price
Basic banh mi or sub	$7 to $15 per person
Standard sandwich with a side	$10 to $20 per person
Premium Italian sub or cheesesteak platter	$16 to $30 per person

Ranges compiled July 2026 from price-per-person figures reported directly in Google reviews for the businesses on this page. Actual pricing varies by ingredients and portion size; check each shop’s menu for exact prices.

Serving all of Toronto

These sandwich shops are spread across the city, from Queen Street West and Yonge Street downtown to Baldwin Street, Trinity Bellwoods and Richmond Street West. Searching for a sandwich shop near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can find the closest option fast.

What to ask before you order a sandwich

Is seating available, or is this strictly a takeout counter?
Can the kitchen adjust spice level or swap ingredients for dietary needs?
Are halal or vegan options available on the menu?
Is there a daily special or deal worth checking before you order?
How far in advance should I order for a large catering or group order?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these sandwich shops?

We started from every sandwich shop in Toronto with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Where can I find an authentic Philly cheesesteak in Toronto?

Illstyl3 Sammies is the specialist for this on our list, run by an owner who lived in Philadelphia before opening in Toronto. It is pickup-only, so order ahead.

Which Toronto sandwich shop has the best deli-style sub?

Lambo’s Deli and Alfie’s Sandwiches+Market both specialize in Italian deli-style subs, with Lambo’s known for large portions and Alfie’s for premium imported ingredients.

The bottom line

Good Behaviour is the safe default on rating for a sandwich and dessert stop, while Banh Mi Boys is the volume leader for a fast, affordable Vietnamese lunch. Whichever style you want, from Italian to Philly cheesesteak, most of these shops are pickup-focused, so plan ahead if you need a table.

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