Best Late Night Sandwiches Restaurants in Los Angeles
10 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Canter's Deli
Historic Fairfax deli serving piled-high Jewish sandwiches day and night.
Notable Picks
8.9
Since the 1930s, Canter's has been a cornerstone Jewish deli slinging stacked pastrami, matzo ball soup, and late-night sandwiches to generations of Angelenos. The Fairfax location stays busy around the clock, with counter stools and vinyl booths filled by locals, industry night owls, and visitors chasing a classic deli experience. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastrami Reuben on rye, Corned beef on double-baked rye, Turkey Reuben melt
What Makes it Special: Historic Fairfax deli serving piled-high Jewish sandwiches day and night.
#2
For The Win
8.4
For The Win’s Beverly Center outpost focuses on ultra-crispy smash burgers and fried chicken sandwiches served from a compact counter inside the mall. It’s a streamlined operation where the short menu and consistent execution make it a go-to for quick but serious burger-style sandwiches.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheeseburger, Hamburger, Fried Chicken Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Micro-chain smash burger counter turning out dialed-in burgers and fried chicken sandwiches.
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Late Night Legends
Group Dining Gatherings
Quick Bites Champions
Spring St. Bar doubles as a neighborhood craft-beer bar and sandwich counter, pouring a rotating list of domestic brews alongside French dips, Italiana subs, and other bar-friendly classics. Communal tables, a dog-friendly patio, and late hours make it a go-to for after-work rounds and casual night bites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Italiana Sandwich with cured meats and provolone, French Dip Sandwich, Meatball Sub
What Makes it Special: A long-running Downtown bar where serious craft beer meets a focused sandwich lineup.
Fat Sal's at the base of Washington Blvd is a late-night favorite for over-the-top sandwiches, chopped-cheese style burgers, and loaded fries a short walk from the sand. It’s less about restraint and more about big, messy, satisfying comfort food before or after bar time.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fat Jerry, Fat Texas, Fat Hot Chick
What Makes it Special: Maxed-out, stunt-level sandwiches and burgers served deep into the night steps from the beach.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Fat Sal’s Westwood outpost is a late-night destination for overstuffed, everything-in-the-basket sandwiches that mash fries, mozzarella sticks, and deli meats into one. Quality leans indulgent rather than refined, but the sheer spectacle and generous portions make it a reliable choice for post-game and post-party crowds. It’s as much about the energy on the sidewalk as it is about the sandwich itself.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fat Jerry Sandwich, Fat Texas Sandwich, Buffalo Chicken Fries
What Makes it Special: Maximalist sandwiches stuffed with fries and fried snacks that cater to serious late-night cravings.
7.8
A single-concept Italian counter shop that builds every panini around whole burrata flown in from Italy, pressed into house-baked ciabatta with enough crunch-to-pillow ratio to justify the narrow menu. Late-night hours and a small free lot make it a reliable carb run in Palms when most kitchens have already closed. The format is grab-and-go with limited seating—come for the sandwich engineering, not the ambiance.
Must-Try Dishes:
Prosciutto & Burrata Panini, Pesto Cream & Fennel Sausage Pasta, Crudo Panini
What Makes it Special: Every panini is built around whole, fresh burrata flown in with 100% Italian ingredients, served on house-baked ciabatta that's crunchy outside and pillowy inside.
7.8
Late-night destination serving over-the-top "fat sandwiches" stuffed with mozzarella sticks, fries, and multiple proteins on each hero. The Fat Buffalo packs buffalo chicken, mozz sticks, and fries into one indulgent sandwich.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fat Buffalo, Fat Texas, Banh Mi-Ki
What Makes it Special: Open until 3am serving massive sandwiches with fries inside
#8
The Hat
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Late Night Legends
Since 1951, this Southern California institution serves world-famous pastrami dip sandwiches with thin-sliced tender meat piled high on soft rolls. The retro atmosphere with classic neon signage offers generous portions of American fast-food classics including legendary chili cheese fries.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastrami Dip, Chili Cheese Fries, Onion Rings
What Makes it Special: 70+ year legacy serving Southern California's most iconic pastrami sandwiches
7.7
An evening-only churrería that fries organic Spanish churros to order and pairs them with thick, European-style hot chocolate — a narrow menu executed with enough discipline to hold a 4.5 Google rating across 650+ reviews. The sidewalk patio on Santa Monica Blvd sets a low-key after-dinner tempo that fits the Sawtelle strip, and the 6:30 PM open means street parking is usually painless. Best used as a deliberate dessert stop rather than a browse-and-decide situation — pick your churro variant, grab a bench, and let the simplicity do the work.
Must-Try Dishes:
Churros con Chocolate, Dulce de Leche Churros, Guava Churros
What Makes it Special: Evening-only churrería serving fresh-to-order organic Spanish churros with European-style hot chocolate on a cozy sidewalk patio.
7.7
California chain featuring Dirty Secret Sauce baked into Dutch Crunch bread with over 500 sandwich combinations. Extensive menu includes meat, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options with creative names like the Dirtbag and Matt Cain, served with signature caramel apple lollipop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dirtbag (Pastrami & BBQ Habanero), Matt Cain, Love Triangle (Vegan)
What Makes it Special: Dutch Crunch bread with proprietary sauce and massive vegan selection