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The Sentinel

Sandwich Spot$$$$

Financial District, San Francisco

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The Sentinel

8.2^/10

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Ranked #5 for muffins in San Francisco
Has a stamp of approval from SFGate and SFist
"Try the Corned Beef Sandwich with Gruyere"(9 Tips)
"The line moves really fast."(5 Tips)
"SF's answer to No. 7 Subs -- the roasted cauliflower is dope."(3 Tips)
"fiery lamb and eggplant sandwich with curry and herb pesto"(3 Tips)

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Chuck RoslofMay 6, 2018
Been here 100+ times
Possibly the best sandwiches in the city. Definitely a weekday lunch place in terms of hours. No seating, but you can take your sandwiches to Yerba Buena Gardens nearby.
SFistFebruary 4, 2015
If the line snaking around the block isn’t a good enough indication of the magical sandwiches housed within, the smell of fresh bread (with a hint of corned beef) certainly should be. Read more
J LiApril 15, 2015
So far my favorite sandwich place given the price:quality ratio. They handle long lines well, and their lemonade is delicious. (Make sure to ask for lemonade if they don't have it on the menu!)
PierreFebruary 22, 2018
Yes, indeed, that fried chicken sandwich is really good. There is a lot of chicken and even more batter. With a nice kick.
Elliott PoppelJanuary 26, 2015
Cold Roast Beef Sandwich. Beef is served very rare with smoked onions, frisee and horseradish cream cheese on a housemade seedy bun. It’s juicy, tender and positively addicting.
Paul SanwaldApril 22, 2015
I had the lamb and eggplant sandwich and an oatmeal walnut cookie. The bread was amazing, sandwich overall was good. The cookie was really tasty.
Ray YNovember 6, 2013
Great takeaway sandwich place. Make sure you go to the entrance on the side and check the menu posted. Line moves pretty quickly.
Annie 🌺 JalotaJune 10, 2017
2 veg options - one with egg, one with cauliflower. They're both decent but I preferred the one with egg! Good, quick spot for lunch 😎
Valerie WongJuly 11, 2013
Been here 25+ times
BBQ pulled pork w/ coleslaw is evil. So far, 2/2 sandwiches are incredibly delicious and filling. Next on my hit list is the corned beef... Strawberry ade is yummy too!
Mitali GalaNovember 27, 2015
Really good sandwiches. The only down is, the bread is fairly thick. I usually make it an open face sandwich :)
Aaron DraczynskiOctober 9, 2012
Amazing sandwiches downtown. Peek at the menu before you hop in line so you know what you want to order; they like to keep the line moving quickly.
Louis EwensApril 1, 2013
Who knew curry cauliflower was so tasty as a sandwich! Great place to pick-up lunch to go. The line moves really fast.
Des TraynorOctober 28, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Everything
Mike CJune 3, 2016
Been here 25+ times
They change their menu every few months. Also, try to get there before 1pm, their more popular options run out quickly.
SFGateAugust 2, 2014
Try the fiery lamb and eggplant sandwich with curry and herb pesto ($9) Read more
Chuck RoslofSeptember 25, 2015
Been here 100+ times
My first egg salad sandwich ever was from The Sentinel and I'm afraid if I get one anywhere else it won't be as fantastic.
Monica LoOctober 22, 2013
Best roast beef sandwich I've ever had - sliced thin, served bloody rare and covered in a horseradish cream cheese. Incredible.
Matthew DeutschApril 8, 2013
Been here 10+ times
I have been blown away by all of their sandwiches, but if it's your first time there, the corned beef is a must
An ShengJuly 7, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Every sandwich here is delicious with quality ingredients 🥪 can’t go wrong
Jordan StanisciaSeptember 28, 2014
The Spicy Pork is not spicy but it's delicious! So filling that you'll fall asleep after lunch.
Gisele M.April 23, 2012
Grab a good fork (not the one in the napkin), find a knife, grab a napkin and DEVOUR one of their sandwiches, PRONTO! Tasty corned beef!
Aaron MotsingerFebruary 5, 2013
Anything with their rare roast beef is going to blow you away...provided that you like meat, of course.
Anna PickardAugust 6, 2014
The spicy chicken salad (special) is awesome.
Mark BFebruary 11, 2015
New cafe hip =s no menu. "Hey are those blueberry muffins back there on the counter". Yup. "Okay, I'll have one of them".
IncaseSeptember 29, 2011
The Corned Beef Sandwich with Gruyere is an absolute must. Say Hi in Polish to the girls who work there and you might get a free cookie...
naveenJune 6, 2014
the lamb, chickpeas and mint sandwich. also, the line moves fast.
Martha LindenAugust 14, 2015
The Balt Sandwich and lemonade! Yum 😋
Aaron MotsingerSeptember 13, 2012
The corned beef sandwich isn't your father's reuben...but once you try it, you won't want it to be. Amazing.
Renato Valdes OlmosMay 30, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Their oatmeal is amazing. Skip the sugar, it's packed with fresh fruit.
Brian StraussAugust 29, 2014
Really hard to not get the roast beef. But the meatloaf sandwich that is occasionally on the menu is stellar.
Ashok LalwaniApril 14, 2015
Not too many options for vegetarians. There is only 1 option generally which is the Roasted Cauliflower cold sandwich. The sandwich was good but i have better sandwiches elsewhere.
Alex HAugust 23, 2018
The sandwiches are pretty good!
Joe SoaveSeptember 29, 2010
Check their website for the daily menu before you go...helps navigate the craziness when you get there and keep the line moving. Have a backup though, cause they run out of some stuff...
Jacqueline HoApril 15, 2014
You get a free pickle with your sandwhich that is AMAZING and crunchy :)
Athena ChangNovember 2, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Try the Vietnamese Style Bbq Pork Sandwich - (via @Foodspotting)
Chuck RoslofSeptember 18, 2015
Been here 100+ times
The BALT does not skimp on avocado. (I love California.)
A BallesterosNovember 20, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Get a great sandwich and eat it in one of the nearby POPOS because this place has no seats.
Tiffany KoJuly 27, 2017
This place is amazing for their muffins!
Craig BernsteinOctober 31, 2012
Eater’s 20 Epic SF Sandwiches To Eat Before You Die: #18 Corned Beef Sandwich Read more
Al B.December 24, 2015
Excellent sandwich shop! Hard to see though.
DenraelApril 7, 2015
Best sandwich in San Francisco
:)November 2, 2010
delicious sandwiches but be ready to order - they can be like the soup Nazi. hahaa but i loved the lamb and mint meatball sandwich!
Chuck RoslofAugust 3, 2016
Been here 100+ times
The best sandwiches. Friendly staff.
DustinFebruary 8, 2017
Great sandwiches if you're in the area.
Gerard ReyesDecember 1, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Get breakfast pastries before 9AM or earlier, as they might run out
Kseniya MakarovaJanuary 15, 2015
Everything is stupid good. Roast beef in particular
KarlaAugust 17, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Go on the earlier side because they start to sell out of things on their limited menu by 12:30pm
Tim HarrisonSeptember 18, 2014
The corned-beef sandwich is absolutely unbelievable.
Carolyn ZhangAugust 10, 2014
Corned beef (no gruyere anymore, apparently? Still delicious!)
Chuck RoslofSeptember 18, 2015
Been here 100+ times
Their bread (on all the sandwiches) is super good.

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