Best Sandwiches Restaurants in East Village (10003)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Prince Deli & Market
Massive menu of dependable deli sandwiches served fast.
Notable Picks
8.3
A high-volume East Village deli that excels at classic NY sandwiches, paninis, and all-day breakfast with impressive reliability. It’s the kind of place locals lean on for fast, satisfying builds at wallet-friendly prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon Egg & Cheese, Chicken Cutlet Sandwich, Philly Cheesesteak
What makes it special: Massive menu of dependable deli sandwiches served fast.
8.2
Specialty coffee bar that quietly doubles as a great light-sandwich stop, with flaky croissant builds and tidy breakfast options. The avocado-tomato-feta croissant sandwich is the move alongside a pour-over or nitro flight.
Must-Try Dishes:
Avocado Tomato Feta Croissant Sandwich, Breakfast Sandwich, Avocado Croissant
What makes it special: High-skill coffee program plus surprisingly good croissant sandwiches.
8.0
A neighborhood sandwich shop known for overstuffed hot and cold builds, especially parms and a solid chopped cheese. The East Village outpost keeps the vibe casual and fast while focusing on big flavor and scratch-made components.
Must-Try Dishes:
Vodka Chicken Parm, Chopped Cheese, Burrata BLT
What makes it special: Big, made-to-order sandwiches with standout parms.
Worthy Picks
#4
Salma
7.9
A neighborhood Lebanese grill with a straightforward menu of charcoal skewers, house-made dips, and family-style platters. The cooking leans traditional—bright tabbouleh, garlicky toum, and well-seasoned shawarma. A cozy, low-key option that feels local rather than scene-driven.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed grill platter, Fattoush salad, Stuffed grape leaves
What makes it special: Charcoal Lebanese staples done simply and well.
#5
Little Kirin
7.8
A tiny East Village counter spot doing Asian-fusion sandwiches on airy ciabatta-like rolls, especially Vietnamese-leaning flavors. The pho beef and five-spice pork sandwiches deliver big, aromatic punch for a fast lunch, with rice bowls as a solid backup.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Beef Sandwich, Firecracker Chicken Sandwich, Vietnamese Meatball Parm
What makes it special: Vietnamese-inspired sandwiches like the signature pho beef roll.
7.6
Old-school Italian provisions shop where ultra-fresh mozzarella and cured meats anchor simple, high-quality sandwiches. It’s not a flashy stop, but for a classic Italian hero with standout dairy, it hits a very specific East Village craving.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fresh Mozzarella Prosciutto Sandwich, Eggplant Parm Sandwich, Italian Combo Hero
What makes it special: Fresh-made mozzarella elevates every Italian sandwich.