Where is the best sandwich in New York?

Based on diner recommendations, the best sandwich in New York is at Bolivian Llama Party. We compared 42 restaurants serving sandwich.

How much does sandwich cost in New York?

Sandwich prices in New York range from $4.50 to $33.95 across 42 restaurants.

All Dish Comparisons in New York

Best Sandwich in New York

42 restaurants compared

Price range: $4.50 – $33.95

Avg recommendation: 94%

Top 5 Sandwich in New York (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 42 restaurants:

Bolivian Llama Party, $10.00 (Sunnyside)
Hay Hay Roasted, $4.50 (Chinatown)
2nd Ave Deli — 99% recommended, $28.95 (Upper East Side)
Salty Lunch Lady's Little Luncheonette — 99% recommended, $19.50 (Ridgewood)
H&H Bagels — 99% recommended, $18.50 (Upper East Side)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 42 Restaurants Compared

Bolivian Llama Party

Sunnyside·$

Trancapecho

$10.00

Beef sandwich with traditional Bolivian flavors.

Hay Hay Roasted

Chinatown·$

Roasted Pork Bun

$4.50

Crispy roasted pork in a soft steamed bun.

#399% recommend

2nd Ave Deli

Upper East Side·$$$

Hot Pastrami Sandwich

$28.95

Thick-cut, spice-rubbed pastrami piled high on seeded rye.

Tip: Ask for it 'medium-fatty'—it's where the most flavor is. Pair it with their spicy brown mustard and don't forget to eat the complimentary pickles.

#499% recommend

Salty Lunch Lady's Little Luncheonette

Ridgewood·$$

Dill Party Sandwich

$19.50

Massive sandwich with thinly sliced ham, pickles, dill butter, and potato chips.

Tip: Eat this immediately. The chips are the secret, and they will get soggy if you wait too long or take it to-go. The dill butter is remarkably rich.

#599% recommend

H&H Bagels

Upper East Side·$$

Nova Salmon Sandwich

$18.50

Hand-sliced Nova smoked salmon with cream cheese and traditional trimmings on a bagel.

Tip: Get it on an everything bagel for the full flavor profile. The seeds and aromatics perfectly balance the rich, fatty salmon. Most regulars eat them exactly as they come, without toasting.

#699% recommend

Win Son Bakery

East Williamsburg·$$

BEC Scallion Pancake Sandwich

$16.00

Bacon, egg, and havarti cheese on a crispy, folded scallion pancake.

Tip: Add the house-made hot sauce. It's not too spicy but it adds a bright acidic kick that cuts through the oily pancake and fatty bacon perfectly.

#799% recommend

Murray's Bagels

Chelsea·$$

The Traditional Sandwich

$17.54

Nova salmon, cream cheese, tomato, onion, and capers on a hand-rolled bagel.

Tip: This is the benchmark. Get it on an everything bagel for the full flavor profile. The salmon is fatty and cut with extreme precision.

#899% recommend

Rowdy Rooster

East Village·$$

Big Rowdy Sandwich

$16.80

Crispy fried chicken thigh drenched in spice, served with pickles and slaw on a bun.

Tip: Level 3 is their 'medium' and it has a serious kick. If you're a heat seeker, go for Level 4, but be prepared—it's one of the spiciest sandwiches in the city. The pickles are essential for balance.

#999% recommend

Num Pang

Union Square·$$

Pulled Pork Num Pang

$14.50

Slow-roasted pork shoulder with honey-soy glaze, chili mayo, and traditional pickles on a baguette.

Tip: The pork is very juicy. The chili mayo is the secret—it's not too spicy but adds a great creamy depth. The pickles are essential for cutting through the fat of the pork.

#1098% recommend

Barney Greengrass

Upper West Side·$$$

The Nova & Sturgeon Sandwich

$22.00

Hand-sliced Nova salmon and sturgeon with cream cheese on a bagel.

Tip: The combination of the two fish is the best move. Get it on an everything bagel for maximum flavor. The sturgeon's firmness balances the buttery Nova perfectly.

#1198% recommend

Russ & Daughters Cafe

Lower East Side·$$$

The Classic Sandwich

$22.00

Gaspe Nova smoked salmon, plain cream cheese, tomatoes, onions, and capers on a bagel.

Tip: Get it on an everything bagel, toasted. The combination of the salty seeds and the fatty salmon is the perfect New York breakfast bite.

#1298% recommend

Jacob's Pickles

Upper West Side·$$

Honey Chicken & Pickles Biscuit

$22.00

Buttermilk fried chicken, hot honey, and sour pickles on a massive biscuit.

Tip: This is enough for two people if you're not starving. The pickles are essential—they cut through the richness of the honey and fried chicken perfectly.

#1398% recommend

S&P Lunch

Flatiron·$$

Tuna Melt

$16.50

Creamy tuna salad with melted cheddar on toasted sourdough or rye.

Tip: Get it on the sourdough. The tang of the bread balances the richness of the tuna and cheese perfectly. It's the most reliable order on the menu.

#1497% recommend

H&H Bagels

Upper East Side·$$

Whitefish Salad Sandwich

$16.50

Creamy house-made whitefish salad with lettuce and onion on a bagel.

Tip: Add a slice of fresh tomato—it provides a bright acidic lift to the rich, smoky fish. The plain bagel is the best choice here to let the salad's flavor be the star.

#1597% recommend

Katz's Delicatessen

Lower East Side·$$$

Pastrami on Rye

$31.95

Hand-carved pastrami piled high on rye bread with mustard.

#1697% recommend

Salty Lunch Lady's Little Luncheonette

Ridgewood·$$

Tuna Crunch Sandwich

$18.00

Creamy tuna salad with celery, red onion, and extra crunchy potato chips.

Tip: The portions are huge. One sandwich is easily enough for two light eaters to share. Pair it with their daily 'Lil Salad' to balance the saltiness.

#1797% recommend

Num Pang

Union Square·$$

Ginger Barbecue Grass-Fed Beef Sandwich

$15.50

Tender grilled beef with a ginger-heavy BBQ sauce and pickles on a baguette.

Tip: The beef is much leaner than the pork but still very flavorful. It's the best option if you want something substantial but slightly lighter. Ask for extra cilantro for more freshness.

#1897% recommend

Xi'an Famous Foods

East Village·$

Stewed Pork Burger

$6.50

Slow-braised pork belly chopped and served in a crispy, traditional flatbread.

Tip: Don't expect a Western burger! The bread is more like a dense, toasted flatbread. It's very savory and salty—perfect if you find the noodles a bit too spicy.

#1997% recommend

Murray's Bagels

Chelsea·$$

Smoked Sturgeon Sandwich

$19.50

Firm, savory smoked sturgeon with cream cheese and onions on a bagel.

Tip: The sturgeon is worth the higher price point. It has a great meaty texture that holds up well against the dense bagel. Order it with a bialy for a change of pace.

#2097% recommend

Win Son

East Williamsburg·$$

Scallion Pancake Sandwich

$18.00

Beef shank, ginger, and herbs folded into a crispy scallion pancake.

Tip: This is much more substantial than it looks. It's a heavy starter, so plan your meal accordingly.

#2196% recommend

Daily Provisions

Union Square·$$

Slow-Roasted Roast Beef Sandwich

$16.50

Tender roast beef with horseradish cream and crispy onions on a baguette.

Tip: The horseradish is strong—ask for it 'light' if you're sensitive. The baguette is remarkably fresh and maintains its crunch even with the juices from the beef.

#2295% recommend

Slicehaus

West Village·$

Meatball Parm Sandwich

$14.00

Gooey, rich meatball sandwich on dark, rustic ciabatta.

Tip: Bring an appetite—this meatball parm is massive and rich enough for two seatings. The bread is the secret weapon.

#2394% recommend

Salty Lunch Lady's Little Luncheonette

Ridgewood·$$

Chicky Sandwich

$18.00

Roasted chicken breast with avocado, bacon, and herb mayo on a roll.

#2494% recommend

Junior's (Cheesecake)

Downtown Brooklyn·$$

Junior's Pastrami Sandwich

$22.00

Hand-sliced pastrami piled high on seeded rye with mustard.

#2594% recommend

Golden Diner

Chinatown·$$

Chinatown Egg Sando

$13.00

Scrambled eggs, american cheese, and hash browns on a toasted sesame roll.

#2694% recommend

Superiority Burger

East Village·$$

TFT (Tofu Fried Tofu) Sandwich

$22.00

Crispy fried tofu patty with pickles and mayo on a bun.

#2794% recommend

The Halal Guys

Midtown East·$

Falafel Sandwich

$10.50

Crispy fried chickpea balls with salad and tahini in a warm pita.

#2894% recommend

Num Pang

Union Square·$$

Roasted Cauliflower Sandwich

$13.50

Charred cauliflower with chili jam and Thai basil on a baguette.

#2993% recommend

Katz's Delicatessen

Lower East Side·$$$

Corned Beef Sandwich

$29.95

Hand-carved corned beef piled on rye with mustard, spicy brown preferred.

#3092% recommend

Superiority Burger

East Village·$$

Sloppy Dave

$16.00

Vegetarian take on a Sloppy Joe with savory grains and spices.

#3192% recommend

Golden Diner

Chinatown·$$

Chicken Katsu Club

$20.00

Crispy fried chicken breast with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and kewpie mayo.

#3292% recommend

Jacob's Pickles

Upper West Side·$$

Southern BLT

$19.00

Fried green tomatoes, bacon, and lettuce on a biscuit.

#3392% recommend

S&P Lunch

Flatiron·$$

Pastrami on Rye

$22.00

Hand-sliced, fatty pastrami on toasted rye with mustard.

#3492% recommend

Slicehaus

West Village·$

Porchetta with Porcini Sandwich

$15.00

Porchetta and porcini mushroom on ciabatta.

#3591% recommend

Win Son

East Williamsburg·$$

Big Chicken Bun

$14.00

Fried chicken leg meat with fermented tofu mayo on a steamed bun.

#3690% recommend

JG Melon

Upper East Side·$$

Grilled Cheese

$9.50

A thick, buttery grilled cheese sandwich on white bread.

#3790% recommend

Katz's Delicatessen

Lower East Side·$$$

Reuben Sandwich

$33.95

Corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on rye, grilled.

#3890% recommend

Kolachi

East Village·$

Beef Paratha Roll

$7.50

Flaky paratha filled with marinated grilled beef, yogurt-mint chutney, and red onions.

#3988% recommend

Kolachi

East Village·$

Chicken Paratha Roll

$6.50

Marinated grilled chicken in flaky paratha with mint-yogurt sauce and red onions.

#4088% recommend

Bolivian Llama Party

Sunnyside·$

Diablada Broster

$12.50

Fried chicken sandwich with fiery locoto chile sauce.

#4186% recommend

Taqueria Coatzingo

Jackson Heights·$

Cemita

$12.50

A pressed sesame-seed bun filled with breaded chicken, avocado, and chipotles.

Tip: The bread matters as much as the filling. It's baked here and it shows.

#4280% recommend

Carnitas Ramirez

East Village·$

Lonche de Carnitas

$12.00

Stacked, tricked-out torta with carnitas, salsa, and multiple toppings from northern Mexico.