If you think sandwiches are boring, here are 15 in Charlotte to change your mind.
When life feels as if it can’t get any more complicated, the last thing you want to stress about is what you’re going to have for lunch or dinner. As you filter through the list of options, the simplest is a sandwich. Even in its most complicated form — piled high — it takes you right back to childhood.
Times have changed, especially in Charlotte. Our list of local sandwich shops and delis — the casual spots where you order at the counter — aren’t serving up your mom’s PB&J or ham and cheese on white bread. But they are sure to satisfy your sandwich cravings and leave you wanting more. The fact that they are easy to transport is a bonus, especially during COVID-19 when we’re encouraged to order food to-go.
Below is a list of some or our favorite sandwich spots.
The Culture Shop
Location: 1425 Kennon St., Charlotte, NC 28205
Neighborhood: Belmont
Sandwich to order: The Uncle Sammy comes with bacon, black pepper turkey, havarti cheese, lettuce, roasted tomatoes and mustard aioli on Duke’s sourdough toast.
Price: $8.49
How to order: In person, online for pickup or by calling 704-458-3207.
Deli St.
Location: 2801 Central Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205
Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood
Sandwich to order: The Lime Avocado Chicken Salad Sandwich is made with homemade chicken salad and topped with avocado, lettuce and tomato on your choice of bread.
Price: $8.99
How to order: In person, online for pickup or by calling 890-819-6132.
Heavenly Hoagie
Location: 516 River Hwy. #4, Mooresville, NC 28117
Neighborhood: Mooresville
Sandwich to order: Tuna Salad hoagie on wheat bread with mayo, mustard, lettuce, salt and pepper.
Price: $6.75, $8.99, $12.99
How to order: in person or call 704-799-6060.
Katz Deli
Location: 8624 Camfield St., Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28277
Neighborhood: Ballantyne
Sandwich to order: The Lox Sandwich comes with lox, which is brined salmon. There’s an option to add cream cheese and onion.
Price: $13.95
How to order: In person, online for delivery via GrubHub or by calling 704-910-4053.
Laurel Market
Location: 114 Cherokee Road, Charlotte, NC 28207
Neighborhood: Eastover
Sandwich to order: The Americano is a classic served with bacon, sausage, two eggs and American cheese.
Price: $5.95
How to order: In person, online for pickup or by calling 704-347-0464.
The Loyalist Market
Location: 435 N. Trade St., Unit 102, Charlotte, NC 28202
Neighborhood: Matthews
Sandwich to order: Original grilled cheese with Ashe County cheddar and gouda, and pepper berry bacon jam on sourdough bread.
Price: $8
How to order: In person, online for pickup or by calling 704-814-9866.
NoDa Bodega
Location: 1200 E. 36th St. A, Charlotte, NC 28205
Neighborhood: NoDa
Sandwich to order: The Bodega Cuban comes with braised pork shoulder, smoked ham, white American cheese, jalapenos, pickled red onions and chipotle honey mustard pressed on a baguette.
Price: $8
How to order: In person, online for delivery via Postmates or call 704-375-8704.
Paper Plane Deli & Market
Location: 933 Louise Ave., Unit 301, Charlotte, NC 28204
Neighborhood: Belmont
Sandwich to order: The House Veggie Sandwich is stacked with hummus, lettuce, carrots, tomato, onion and pickles.
Price: $7
How to order: In person, online for delivery or pickup or by calling 980-318-7280.
Phil’s Deli II
Location: 4223 Providence Road, Unit 6, Charlotte, NC 28211
Neighborhood: Providence Park/near SouthPark
Sandwich to order: Kristen’s Chicken Philly Hoagie comes with grilled chicken breast, your choice of melted cheese, onions, tomato and lettuce and tomato on hoagie roll. It’s served with a pickle.
Price: $8.95
How to order: In person, online for delivery via DoorDash or by calling 704-366-8811.
Rhino Market
Location: Multiple locations
Neighborhoods: NoDa, South End, Wesley Heights, Uptown
Sandwich to order: The Tofu You comes with barbecue tofu, lettuce, Veganaise and pickled veggies on rustic sourdough bread.
Price: $7.49
How to order: In person or by calling the location nearest you. You can also order online via GrubHub for delivery from SouthEnd or Wesley Heights.
Rusty’s Deli & Grille
Location: 8512 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28210
Neighborhood: Park Crossing/South Charlotte
Sandwich to order: The South Charlotte Cheesesteak includes your choice of thinly sliced beef or chicken. The grilled meat is smothered with sautéed onions and melted cheese on a toasted roll with lettuce, tomato and mayo.
Price: $7.29
How to order: In person, online for delivery via GrubHub or call 704-554-9012.
Sandwich Max
Location: 1941 E. 7th St., Charlotte, NC 28204
Neighborhood: Eastover
Location: 1601 S. Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203
Neighborhood: South End/Dilworth
Sandwich to order: Pressed TCB — Turkey Cordon Bleu — is served with Swiss, turkey, bacon, ham and mayo.
Price: $5.25, $8.50
How to order: In person, online for pickup or delivery via Postmates in Eastover, or online for pickup or delivery via DoorDash in South End/Dilworth. You can also call the Eastover store at 704-358-8100 or the South End/Dilworth store at 704-332-3100.
Sileo’s New York Deli
Location: 6455 A2 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079
Neighborhood: Indian Trail
Sandwich to order: The Signature Veggie Sandwich has tomato, onion, lettuce, cucumbers, peppers, olives and oil and vinegar.
Price: $8
How to order: In person, online for takeout or delivery, or by calling 704-776-4340.
Stacey’s Deli & Catering
Location: 10720 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28273
Neighborhood: Steele Creek
Sandwich to order: Certified Angus Roast Beef Sandwich with Swiss cheese, tomato, lettuce and mayo.
Price: $8.95
How to order: In person, via email or call 980-938-5000.
Sub One Hoagie House
Location: 516 N. Graham St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Neighborhood: Uptown
Sandwich to order: The Philly Steak includes steak, onion, pizza sauce and cheese.
Price: $4.49
How to order: In person, online for delivery via GrubHub or by calling 704-376-9211.
This story was originally published March 8, 2021 at 9:53 AM.
