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ZipPicks Awards
Best Business Lunch American in the Outer Sunset
Best Sandwiches in the Outer Sunset
Master Critic Review
Grubbin'
8.2
Tiny sandwich shop turning out overstuffed, toasted builds with its signature Grub Sauce. Portions are generous and service is efficient for takeout-heavy lunch hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Droolin’ (pastrami), Grubbin’ It, Juicin’
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.7
What makes it special: Signature sauce and hot, crispy toasts on packed specialty sandos.
Who should go: Hearty sandwich fans on a tight schedule
When to visit: Tue–Sun 11:00–1:00 for fastest turnover
What to order: Droolin’; Grubbin’ It; Juicin’
Insider tip: Request extra Grub Sauce and a hotter toast for extra crunch.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Limited street parking along Taraval; easiest near 19th Ave or side streets before noon.
Dress code: Totally casual—jeans, hoodies, and work attire are all normal for lunch.
Noise level: Moderate—small space with steady to-go traffic, but short bursts of chatter between orders.
Weekend wait: Closed evenings—primarily a lunch spot.
Weekday lunch: 5–10 minute line typical at peak hours; fast turnover once ordered.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: A few vegetarian options—grilled cheese and customizable builds with veggies available.
Vegan options: Limited—no dedicated vegan menu, but can omit cheese and sauce for basic veggie sandwich.
Gluten-free options: No gluten-free bread option; all sandwiches served on toasted Dutch crunch or rolls.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal—it’s more of a grab-and-go lunch counter than a sit-down date spot. Better for casual meetups.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—there’s no table service and no reservations. Most customers take sandwiches to-go or eat quickly at the counter.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for quick meals—no kids’ menu, but sandwiches and chips work for older kids; limited seating makes strollers tricky.
Best For
Better for: Faster turnaround and bolder flavor builds than other Taraval sandwich spots, thanks to the house Grub Sauce and heavy toast.
Skip if: You want a sit-down, slow lunch or need gluten-free or vegan options—try a full-service café instead.
Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday11am - 4pm
Wednesday11am - 4pm
Thursday11am - 4pm
Friday11am - 4pm
Saturday11am - 4pm
Sunday11am - 4pm