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Ghost Sando Shop
Master Critic Review
Ghost Sando Shop
8.3
Ghost Sando Shop on Melrose builds oversize cold-cut sandwiches on Dutch crunch rolls stacked with Boar’s Head meats, cheese, shredded lettuce, and house sauces. It’s more engineered sub than dainty sandwich, designed to be messy, overstuffed, and satisfying in a single XL or XXL roll.
Must-Try Dishes:
Melrose XL Dutch Crunch sando, Firebird spicy turkey sandwich, BLAST sauce–loaded turkey club
Scores:
Value: 7.9
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 6.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Giant Dutch crunch subs loaded with premium meats and sauces.
Who should go: Hungry sandwich fans craving maximalist, overstuffed subs.
When to visit: Midday or early evening before they get slammed.
What to order: Melrose XL, Firebird, something with BLAST sauce.
Insider tip: Plan to share an XXL; it’s easily two meals.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Melrose can be tight during peak shopping hours; aim for adjacent side streets where turnover is quicker.
Dress code: Casual—athleisure, tees, and jeans are all common; no need to dress up for a quick sandwich stop.
Noise level: Moderate; mostly takeout energy with enough quiet to comfortably chat if dining in.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes depending on rush and online orders.
Weekday lunch: Usually a short queue; waits run 5–10 minutes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—typically one or two veggie-forward sandwiches; customization helps.
Vegan options: Very limited—most sandwiches rely on deli meats and mayo-based sauces.
Gluten-free options: No dedicated gluten-free bread; not suitable for strict gluten-free needs.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if your date likes casual, no-frills food outings—these are very messy, oversized sandwiches best for low-pressure hangs rather than polished date nights.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—it's counter-service with limited seating; expect quick turnover but be prepared to eat outside or take it to go during rushes.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who can handle big, messy sandwiches; younger children may find portions overwhelming and seating limited.
Best For
Better for: Huge, flavor-packed deli-style subs on Dutch crunch with fast service and generous fillings.
Skip if: You want refined sandwiches, quiet dine-in seating, vegan options, or a polished sit-down experience.