The Best Sandwiches in Melbourne for an Instant Foodie Fix

One of the biggest culinary glow-ups of the last few years is without a doubt the humble sando and with no disrespect to the classics (Devon and tomato sauce we see you), we couldn’t be more here for it. A snack, a meal, and now even a dessert, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to this ever so versatile dish. Whether you’re craving a bad and boujee lobster roll, a bagel, or a classic salad sandwich, here’s where you’ll find the best sandwiches in Melbourne.

Roger Roger

Roger Roger Deli in Caroline Springs is a sandwich lover’s dream, dishing out next-level focaccias and melts that keep locals coming back for more. The standout? The chicken cotoletta focaccia, packed with crispy chicken, basil pesto, rocket, pickled onion, and salsa verde, with a punch of chilli oil and provolone if you’re feeling bold. Each bite is a flavour-packed delight.

With a menu that’s just as impressive as its viral desserts (think Dubai Chocolate tiramisu and glorious pistachio and coffee crema), Roger Roger is your go-to for sandwiches that hit all the right notes. Don’t miss it!

13-15 Lake Street, Caroline Springs 

Baker Bleu

Baker Bleu is where Melbourne’s sandwich game gets elevated. This iconic bakery is all about fresh, artisanal bread stuffed with top-notch fillings. Think poached chicken smothered in green goddess sauce, thick veggie sandwiches, or a mouthwatering mild salami ficelle with provolone and dill pickles. The simple ham and mustard baguette always hits the spot, but for something more inventive, the harissa-spiced tuna or fig, jam, and cheddar ficelle hit all the right notes, delivering a sandwich experience that’s fresh, satisfying, and uniquely delicious.

Multiple locations in Melbourne

Carlito’s

Carlito’s is dishing up the kind of sandwiches that’ll make you forget why you ever considered going bread-free. From thick-cut mortadella and cheeky salad sandos to house-made focaccia and ciabatta, this Collingwood cutie is quietly redefining Melbourne’s sanga scene. The Chicken Cotoletta? A straight-up flavour bomb—crispy thigh, tangy pickles, herby green goddess, and perfectly toasted bread. Pro tip: double the sauce, pile on the pickles. And don’t sleep on the Sicilian veggie—it’s a stunner.

With a vibey beer garden and serious flavour game, Carlitos is an instant classic.

32 Stanley Street, Collingwood 

Baba’s Deli

Baba’s Deli in Port Melbourne is slinging some of the most crave-worthy sandwiches in town. Think vodka chicken focaccia with creamy stracciatella, smashed egg and avo for brekkie on the go, and pizza by the slice if that’s your mood. But don’t sleep on Tayta’s Falafel—it’s a family recipe packed with pickled veg, tahini, and serious flavour. Rother’s Prosciutto is another standout, layered with lemony rocket and truffle mushroom spread. It’s casual, delicious, and always worth the detour.

295 Bay Street, Port Melbourne

3 Salamis

It’s no-frills, all flavour, at 3 Salamis – in the best way possible. Fresh schiacciata bread cradles salty, fatty, glorious combos like the signature triple salami, or the Napoli with crispy cotoletta and tangy house-pickled tomatoes. There’s espresso for $3.50, pistachio tiramisu in a jar, pistachio and espresso crema (a big yes), and even charcuterie chips for the road. It’s comfort, nostalgia, and serious skill wrapped in one perfect bite.

15 Napier Street, Essendon

Donny’s Deli

Donny’s Deli in Brunswick is a cult-fave sandwich spot slinging some of the city’s best toasties. This halal-friendly spot is all about comfort, with oozy melts like the classic Tuna Melt or the loaded Reuben with pastrami and Swiss cheese. Vegos are looked after too—don’t sleep on the Shroom Toasted with truffle mayo. Friendly vibes, solid coffee, and house-made juices round out the offering. It’s casual, crave-worthy, and always hits the spot.

170A Moreland Road, Brunswick

Charlie’s

The ‘burbs are taking ownership of the sandwich scene in 2025, and Charlie’s in Niddrie is slinging some of Melbourne’s best—big, bold, and packed with flavour. The Spanakopita Melt is the one to love: a golden, toasty homage to the Greek classic, stuffed with Persian and Danish feta, baby spinach, braised leek, dill, lemon, and a fiery hit of Chilli Lips dip. The Salad Sando gives the humble classic a facelift, layering yuzu guacamole, pickled beetroot, carrot, butter lettuce, cucumber, and harissa hummus (we recommend adding cheese). For pure comfort, the Rib Eye Steak Frites is a knockout—seared wagyu rib eye hanger steak, Swiss cheese, curly fries, BBQ onion relish, and roast garlic and horseradish mayo, all stacked between golden slices of bread. Open daily, Charlie’s doesn’t miss.

Sitchu Tip: Don’t forget a side of curly fries.

81 Hoffmans Road, Niddrie

Casa Del Cibo

Love an Italian-style sandwich? Let Casa Del Cibo be your new lunchtime bestie. This panini bar slings crusty, golden bread stuffed with rich porchetta, creamy burrata, and market-fresh veg, crafted with the kind of effortless perfection only the Italians seem to master. Shelves are lined with top-tier deli goods—think salty prosciutto, hand-rolled pasta, and olive oil worthy of a last meal. Whether grabbing a quick panino or stocking up for aperitivo hour, this is Italian food, no compromises.

Toorak Village, Shop 7/1A Grange Road, Toorak

Aspendali

With its sweet white façade and light-filled, friendly feel, Aspendeli is a neighbourhood favourite serving up some of Aspendale’s best sandwiches. Open daily, this sweet sandwich spot slings toasties that hit like a well-timed hug. The spicy tuna melt oozes with just the right kick, while the salmon bagel with dill schmear tastes like a morning well spent. The chicken toastie? A masterclass in comfort—house-mixed chicken, Swiss, crisp cos, pickled onion, aioli, all on golden sourdough. Elevated nostalgia, at its bread-born best.

34 Mill Street, Aspendale

Hagen’s Brunswick East

Melbourne’s beloved artisan butcher, Hagen’s, has opened its sixth location at East Brunswick Village (EBV), marking its first northside venture. Led by sibling duo Ruby and Oliver Hagen, the EBV store goes beyond premium organic meat, offering a thoughtfully curated takeaway menu by Zach Tinsley (formerly of Congress). The highlight? A mouthwatering rotisserie chicken roll with crispy skin—a flavour sensation in every bite, perfectly balancing crunch and creaminess. Also on the menu are preservative-free hot dogs, hand-cut beef fat chips made from organic potatoes, and a must-try chicken fat garlic bread that belongs on every foodie’s list—alongside aforementioned chicken roll of dreams. One of our favourite new sandwiches in Melbourne right now. 

East Brunswick Village, 6 Village Avenue, Brunswick East 

Emilietta Tigelleria

Say buongiorno to the city’s first tigelleria. What is a tigelleria, you ask? It’s a thin, 4-inch round bread originating from the Emilia Romagna region in Northern Italy, and it’s transforming Melbourne’s ever-growing sandwich scene.

Attached to the beloved Italian eatery Trattoria Emilia, Emilietta Tigelleria serves up its signature style, with options including the Raffinata, filled with 24-month prosciutto crudo di Parma, mixed leaves, stracciatella, and a Parmigiano Reggiano tuile, and the Osvaldo: scrumptious free-range chicken with smoked scamorza, salad, and a parsley mayo.

The Gorda is a mortadella lovers dream, while veggie lovers will be vying for the Primavera, packed with zucchini flowers, mozzarella, basil pesto, and lemon oil. Yum!

1 Gills Alley, Melbourne

Juniper 

This quaint, warm, and friendly spot, hidden down a little alley, is home to some of the best sandwiches in Melbourne. Juniper pulls out all the stops with French-inspired baguettes, often piled high with the freshest veggies, deli meats, chicken, delicious cheeses, and plenty of pickles.

The hero sandwich? Definitely the chicken—crispy chicken skin included, no explanation needed. Pair it with their seasonal housemade lemonade or the viral frappe with an iced coconut cube, and you’ve got yourself the lunchtime treat of champions.

269 Coventry Street, South Melbourne 

Green Cup

If you like your sandwiches toasted, run don’t walk to Green Cup. These toasties don’t have any bells and whistles, they’re just good ol’ classic, comforting, healthy toasties that focus on nutrition and wellness. With he perfect cheese-to-filling ratio, you’re able to choose from variations including pesto, tomato and cheese, kasundi, kale and vegan cheese, and a their new (and limited edition) tunacado toastie. Make sure you grab a smoothie to go along with it (our favourite is the viral Hailey Bieber skin-glaze smoothie), and enjoy a meal that’ll leave you feeling great afterwards.

Various locations across Melbourne, see website for details

La Manna & Sons Panini Bar 

Step within the unassuming facade of 670 Chapel and you’ll discover a true hidden gem, ready and waiting with some of the best sandwiches in Melbourne. La Manna & Son’s Panini Bar—part of the beloved family-run grocer and deli—is perfect for a casual lunch after a shop. Build your own sando from a spread of fresh, quality ingredients. Stracciatella? Always. Mortadella? A solid pick. And don’t sleep on the crispy chicken with avo, pickles, provolone and mayo—it’s the kind of combo that just hits right.

670 Chapel Street, South Yarra 

Juju’s 

The recent influx of focaccia shops refuses to slow down, and one of the best spots to hit up is Juju’s. Based in Thornbury and now also in South Melbourne, this delicious destination serves up a stellar selection of sandwiches no matter what time you drop by. Start your day with the Morning Bite sando—creamy avocado, fluffy eggs, and alfalfa sprouts nestled between impossibly soft bread.

For lunch, the chicken schnitzel, mortadella, classic salad, and salami with ’nduja combos are all gold.

750 High Street, Thornbury

Zita’s Focaccia

We repeat: nothing beats the warmth of a freshly baked Italian focaccia, and Zita’s Focaccia in South Yarra is serving up just that. This charming cafe offers an irresistible range of focaccias, perfectly paired with refreshing Spritzes. But don’t wait too long—Zita’s opens at 12 pm and closes once the goods are gone.

Sitchu Tip: Don’t miss the freshly toasted focaccia with octopus, ‘nduja, fennel salad, and stracciatella. It’s the soul-soothing, feel-good sandwich that’ll keep you floating on cloud nine.

16 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Stefanino Panino

The hype is real…and deservedly so at this Italian-influenced Collingwood Yard destination. The love for Stefanino Panino’s array of tantalising focaccia sandos is real – and we for one are more than willing to pile on more praise. Just like you’ll be piling on more layers of prosciutto, because these beauties are made-to-order.

You will need to get around their porchetta sandwich though. It’s already touting icon status, with a devout legion of fans – and best served with an espresso, of course. 

Collingwood Yards, Unit 4/30 Perry Street, Collingwood 

FOC

Another focaccia spot, you say? Well, we say: try and get to all of them, because each one brings its own twist. Enter FOC, the latest sandwich haven in Melbourne’s CBD from the team behind Sloppy Joe’s Deli. Their focaccia is beautifully chewy, crispy on the outside, and pillow-soft inside. We’re hooked on the mortadella sando, with pickled green tomatoes adding a zing. The rare beef with pickled onions packs nostalgic punch, but it’s the mushroom sando that steals the show—super juicy, meaty, and creamy with aioli and cheese. Dreamy!

423 Little Collins Street, Melbourne

Lil Lane

Lil Lane, tucked in Melbourne’s CBD, is making its mark with freshly baked focaccia that’ll stop you in your tracks. At 10:00am sharp, the olive-dotted bread comes out of the oven, primed for sandwiches that are nothing short of legendary. Picture this: mortadella with homemade pesto, stracciatella, and pistachio, or a veggie combo with stracchino, zucchini, and mushrooms. The La Veneta, with sopressa and garlic confit, is a must.

Pair it with an Aperol Spritz, and for a moment, you’re in Florence.

18 Corrs Lane, Melbourne CBD

Piccolo Panini Bar

Piccolo Panini Bar is the ultimate carb haven in the heart of Hawthorn, where paninis, focaccias, and bagels reign supreme. This charming cafe is swiftly becoming a local favourite, offering mouthwatering creations that’ll have you coming back for more. The crispy calamari fritti panino, with rocket, pickled onions, and a zingy kick, is an absolute must-try. Pair it with a bold coffee and you’re in for a delightful, soul-satisfying experience.

636 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn

Spazio Paradiso

Spazio Paradiso is an Italian-style panini bar that’s open from 10:30am until 2:30pm – or until sold out (which happens more often than not). Owners Jamie Georgopoulos and Meika Khong were inspired to create Spazio Paradiso due to their love for creating paninis at home using fresh ingredients from their favourite delis. Now, they craft these delicious sandwiches for the rest of Melbourne to enjoy, too – and they’re some of the best in the business. 

709 Nicholson Street, Carlton North

Ruben’s Deli

Don’t miss the sandwiches at Armadale’s charming Ruben’s Deli. Bringing the spirit of New York’s vibrant delis to Melbourne, Ruben’s serves house-smoked, cured, and hand-sliced fish, signature Reuben sandwiches, bagels, and babkas. The menu also features seasonal salads, warm meats, desserts, and deli staples, ensuring a feast for the senses. The signature Reuben is a must-try, but the seasonal sandwiches behind the counter are equally tempting. Add a warm babka, and you’ve got the ultimate lunch experience. 

King’s Arcade, 978 High Street, Armadale 

G. McBean Family Butcher

Gary’s Meats, now rebranded as G. McBean Family Butcher at Prahran Market, has evolved into a sandwich haven. After a stunning renovation by Wendy Bergman of Bergman & Co, the butcher’s new space boasts dark green tiles, brass-trimmed marble, and dry-aging cabinets. Alongside ethically sourced meats and deli goods, they’re serving up mouthwatering sandwiches, like the weekend porchetta roll, a classic Reuben, and the newly introduced Nagasaki A5 Rump Katsu Sando—thick, tender, and legendary. For sandwich lovers, G. McBean is a must-visit spot for some of Melbourne’s best sandwiches.

Stall 515/163 Commercial Road, South Yarra

Greta

Greta is a real hidden gem in the city, morning through night; a cafe meets wine bar that knows how to craft a truly exceptional deli plate and daily pasta special. For breakfast, their soft egg on focaccia with salted butter is a masterclass in simplicity. But come lunch, you’re here for the beef cheek baguette. Layered in with mozzarella and pesto, it comes with a Napoli dipping sauce for maximum deliciousness. Paired with a cheeky glass of red, this has got to be one of our favourite sandwiches in Melbourne right now. 

450 Flinders Lane, Melbourne CBD 

Rocco’s Delicatessen

We love this humble spot in Yarraville, bursting with Italian goodness. No frills, big thrills abound at Rocco’s Delicatessen, where you can line up for some of the best continental style rolls in town. It is a deli first and foremost, but local devotees know to ask for their made-to-order Rocco Roll, an Italian-inspired sub packed with your choice of antipasti, pesto, cheese and sliced-to-order cold cuts.

We’re big fans of their special stracciatella version – it’s big, fresh and oozing – and adding mortadella as your deli meat is recommended. 

122 Roberts Street, Yarraville

Hugo’s Deli

Hugo’s Deli is a Melbourne sandwich shop found on Swan Street in Richmond, serving up Reuben sandwiches, a seriously delicious shokupan fried chicken, great coffee and more. It’s a seriously hot contender in the best sandwiches in Melbourne department. 

The first weekend of every month is also one of the best times to descend upon Hugo’s, when their flavour bomb FILET-O-HUGO is unleashed upon the public, to critical acclaim of course. Shokupan, alfalfa, chef papi tartare, and a polenta and spices coating are all wrapped around the succulent rockling. Trust us, resistance is futile. 

119 Swan Street, Richmond

Rusty’s Sandwich Parlour 

Get around Rusty’s Cubano sandwich this weekend – no regrets, just saucy orange braised pork, Swiss cheese, pickles and Dijon worth making the journey for. The Cubano doesn’t stand alone, however; from a vegan spin on the classic Reuben (hello, beetroot) to a spicy school prawn sandwich with avocado salsa, sour cream and pickled jalapenos, it’s hard to put a foot wrong when selecting from the menu at this relaxed and friendly neighbourhood joint.

189 Nicholson Street, Brunswick East

Jimmy’s Deli

The home of the famous 1/2 Kilo “New Yorker” pastrami sandwich filtering into your TikTok feeds, Jimmy’s Deli in Yarraville is a must for some of the greatest and most souped up sandwiches in Melbourne. A tribute to NYC’s famous Katz’s Deli, you’re going to need to build up a serious appetite for this one!

Big on quality ingredients and great value, a visit to Jimmy’s is the new essential weekend plan. Great coffee, scrumptious spanakopita, and other delicious sandwiches, including a meatball sub and the classic Jimmy’s roll (in similar vein to a continental) also reign supreme. 

30 Anderson Street, Yarraville 

BAM Cornerstore

Discover the modern-day pantry you’ve been dreaming of at Bam Cornerstore. From bread and milk to gourmet sandwiches and lemon meringue tarts, this vibrant spot on a residential street has it all. But, you’re also here for the sandwiches, of which there are many delicious varieties to choose from.

Dive into towering delights like the chicken club sandwich, boasting poached chicken, bacon butter, BAM aioli, and fresh butter on shokupan, with pickles and chicken pate dip on the side. Or indulge in the caprese toastie, sprinkled with sea salt and drizzled with sweet balsamic glaze. It’s joyful in its simplicity. Their take on the classic Reuben also hits the spot. 

23 Albion Street, Essendon

Sloppy Joe’s Deli

Sloppy Joe’s Deli is an American-style sandwich shop offering house-made donuts, cookies and specialty coffee alongside their mouthwatering array of sandos. Chew your way to happiness with their epic fried chicken burger, eponymous Sloppy Joe or gooey mushroom melt. A go-to destination for a quick energy boost or a leisurely brunch to kick start your day, these are some of the best sandwiches in Melbourne that will have you coming back for more. 

2/190 Queen Street, Melbourne 

423 Little Collins Street, Melbourne 

Morning Market

This is one of our go to spots for a delicious salad sandwich. Nowhere does it better than Morning Market, a light-filled, Euro-style cafe and grocer offering weekly sandwich specials that always hit the spot. Alongside their always available and always incredible salad sandwich (there’s just something about that ranch dressing and Baker Bleu seeded spelt) sits an equally impressive chicken one, bursting with poached chicken, walnut, granny smith apple, pickled celery, watercress, cos and a jalapeño mayonnaise, all on white sourdough. These are truly some of the best sandwiches in Melbourne for an instant foodie fix. 

59 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy 

579 High Street, Prahran

Ray’s

Stop by Ray’s, a chic little sandwich joint along Glenferrie Road, for NYC and Italian-inspired sandwiches and expertly brewed coffee. If you’re not swooning over their super fresh chicken, lettuce, avocado and walnut sandwich, or lush mortadella and stracciatella, simple but flavour-packed three cheese and greens, or Roman-style porchetta, artichoke and apple slaw sandwiches, you will be for the striking terrazzo bench that holds pride of place within. Their coffee also hits different, making it one of the best spots to kickstart your day. 

Shop 2/731 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn

Tucker’s Sandwiches 

Werribee is now in on the sandwich craze with Tucker’s Sandwiches. When you need to hit the spot but don’t feel like diving into an entire culinary encyclopedia, Tucker’s is the place to go. They’re all about simple fare done right. Think shakes, coffee, and incredibly good sandwiches. From mouthwatering sausage and egg breakfast muffins, beef dips, and toasted Turkish rolls with roast porchetta, Swiss cheese, pickles, and chipotle mayo, to panko-crumbed fried fish with lettuce, house pickles, and katsu curry mayo, and smoked salmon bagels — the options are endless and magically delicious

92 Watton Street, Werribee 

Nonna’s House

Italian heritage and nostalgic family memories collide at this modest, ’70s style brown-brick home and garage, now transformed into an Italian sub shop and cafe that’s already proved hugely popular with the neighbourhood.

Look for the side gate with the bright red 550 — that’s your entrance, leading you to the garage window where you can order your sandwich of choice. Of course, there’s the meatball sub — four saucy orbs of meaty goodness (a 60-year-old family recipe) lined up in a crisp sub roll, topped with a heavy snowfall of parmesan. You might also be lucky enough to score a chicken or eggplant parmigiana, or the pesto-mushroom roll. And don’t miss the loaded fries, topped with creamy carbonara or Bolognese sauce. You can just tell it’s all made with love and authenticity.

550 Nicholson Street, Fitzroy North

Temporarily closed (stay tuned for updates)

Drom Bakery

For all your sandwich and dough-filled dreams, you’ll want to head to Drom Bakery. The talented bakers here expertly combine innovation with time-tested techniques and classic flavours to create some of the most dazzling pastries imaginable, alongside artisan bread and mouthwatering sandwiches. Plan a trip to Bayswater and be prepared to leave with bags full — from egg salad sandwiches to poached chicken bagels with aioli, celery, apple, herbs, walnuts, and lettuce. Don’t forget the salted caramel and yuzu meringue half moons, tiramisu, crème brûlée croissants, and spinach and feta sourdoug

1/19 Scoresby Road, Bayswater 

OlMate’s

Taking a chomp out of Melbourne’s sandwich scene is friend about town: OlMate’s. The craftsmanship behind these fresh, flavour-packed sandwiches pairs perfectly with their location in the city’s iconic Arts District. Menu highlights include the soulful Roast Beef Sanga with mint, coriander chutney and provolone, plus a Rogan Josh dipper. Don’t miss The Big Tuna — a Japanese-inspired twist on the classic tuna melt, served with nori aioli, provolone, and cucumber relish on Tuscan flatbread. It’s a true umami bomb!

20 Kavanagh Street, Southbank 

4779 High Street, Thornbury

Greenwich Deli

Tucked away in the backstreets of Newport, pint-sized sandwich shop Greenwich Deli is here to steal your heart (and probably your lunch money) with a rotating menu of seven mouth-wateringly good sandwiches. Think: stacked pastrami Reubens, a fried eggplant sub with olive tapenade, pesto and spicy vodka sauce, and an eggs benny-style brioche bun loaded with braised beef, hot butter mayo, pickled onion, shredded lettuce and fermented chilli.

Keep an eye out for specials — the chicken and avo melt with sweet chilli mayo is an absolute must.

70 Hall Street, Newport

Hi Fi Sandwiches

Collingwood’s cosmopolitan Smith Street is brimming with buzzing bars, eateries, and cafes — and one of the coolest is Hi Fi Sandwiches, from the team behind Terror Twilight. This vibey spot is serving up a drool-worthy mushroom melt, an epic mortadella sandwich, a dry-aged rib-eye Reuben, and a honey fried chicken burger with dill pickles, ranch, and American cheddar. Add bagels, curly fries, milkshakes, coffee, and other decadent bites, and you’ve got a sandwich party. Come for the vintage vinyl, stay for the snacks.

316 Smith Street, Collingwood

Fuumi Fuumi

Welcome to Fuumi Fuumi, your friendly neighbourhood Japanese bakery. It specialises in shokupan, and is crafting up some of the best sandwiches in Melbourne because of it. Their tamago (egg salad) sandwich is a thing of beauty, plus their pork katsu sando and chashu ramen sando are packed with both flavour and tasty slaw. Delish!

113 Rosslyn Street, West Melbourne 

6c Daly Street, South Yarra 

263 Lorimer Street, Port Melbourne

Warkop

Warkop is genuinely fantastic, with a wide range of delicious sandwiches to try. Their signature sandwich, the Gado Gado, is vegetarian and made with tofu, tempeh, bean sprouts, lettuce, and peanut sauce on a Turkish roll. Another Indonesian staple, beef rendang, has been reimagined as pastrami rendang on light rye. The Chicken Taiiwang — a juicy chicken sandwich on sourdough — features chicken marinated in tomatoes, shallots, garlic, shrimp paste, and sand ginger, then slow-cooked and grilled. The juices are reduced and mixed into the mayo. Drooling!

12 Risley Street, Richmond 

13 Little Collins Street, Melbourne 

Rocco’s Bologna Discoteca 

A sandwich speakeasy meets old world trattoria, Rocco’s is like a fancy Italian McDonald’s, serving up classic hits with a cool and buzzy approach. Sandwich wise, you’re here for the saucy and super popular meatball sub, the vitello tonnato sandwich with crispy veal tongue, or the fried bologna and mozzarella sandwich, served with pickles and olives. 

15 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

Lebajo Milkbar

Could this be Melbourne’s cutest sandwich? Lebajo Milkbar is seriously upping the sando game. Our pick? The fruit sando — soft, fluffy milk bread (shokupan) filled with whipped cream and perfectly placed seasonal fruit. It’s as tasty as it is beautiful — if not more. If the Mona Lisa were a sandwich, this would be it.

8-14 Howard Street, North Melbourne

Hector’s Deli

If you know, you know — Hector’s Deli is a cult-favourite sandwich spot that transformed a humble Richmond milk bar into a full-blown sando sensation. Since 2017, it’s been redefining the sandwich game with fresh, simple flavours that always hit. Now, with a new bakery in Richmond and a spacious outpost in South Melbourne, they’re bringing the same magic — plus even more room to get creative with specials, fresh bakes, and extended menus.

Don’t miss the rare roast beef, but the chicken schnitzel and tuna melt are the true heroes here.

Sitchu Tip: Add cheese and hectic sauce to the chicken schnitzel sandwich. Always. Non-negotiable.

1/94 Buckingham Street, Richmond

253 Coventry Street, South Melbourne 

Hector’s Bakery, 33 Stewart Street, Richmond

Nico’s Melbourne

Nico’s prized paninis spend more time in the hands of Melbourne’s sandwich obsessed than their own phones do. Hyperbole? Maybe, but these sandwiches really do hit the spot. You can score yourself one of these loaded bad boys from three locations. First-timers should look no further than their famously good chicken schnitzel and equally as epic vegan alternative, an egg salad, the eggplant parm if it’s available, or the Cubano with smoked pork belly.

Healeys Lane, Melbourne CBD

1 Piera Street, Brunswick East

100 Kerr Street, Fitzroy

Seoul Bong Toast

You haven’t had toast like this before. Imported straight from the streets of Seoul, this hangover-cure eatery on Little Lonsdale takes the trusty snack to new heights. Think thick-cut slices of the fluffiest white bread imaginable, grilled and topped with a pillowy beaten egg patty plus layers of meat, cheese, cabbage, and sauce. Go simple with ham and cheese or dive into the sweet and spicy combination of bulgogi, onions, and jalapeno.

551 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Saul’s Sandwiches

In just a few years, Saul’s has expanded across Melbourne with five buzzing locations — from Carnegie and Hawthorn to Bentleigh East, Balaclava, and the CBD — and they’ve been turning heads ever since. On the menu? Saucy tuna melts, vegan sausage and hash muffins, a seductive smoked pastrami stack, and crowd-favourite Hoagies loaded with mortadella, ham, salami, and provolone. Veggie lover? The eggplant cutlet with broccoli rabe, red peppers, and fresh mozzarella is absolutely delicious.

Various locations across Melbourne

Supernormal

If Supernormal’s lobster roll is ever taken off the menu, you can expect a revolt. Soft, buttery brioche buns hug cool chunks of sweet lobster meat, married with the perfectly balanced sauce of Kewpie mayo, lemon juice, white wine vinegar and mustard. It all eventuates in two or three bites of pure luxury, just enough to leave you wanting more.

180 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

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