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The Yellow Submarine

Sandwich Spot$$$$

Inner Sunset, San Francisco

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8.4^/10

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Ranked #10 for steak in San Francisco
Has a stamp of approval from Serious Eats and 7x7 Magazine
"Get the Italian Combo, tastes just like you are back in Boston!"(5 Tips)
"Pepper steak is a delicious sandwich, especially with extra cheese."(7 Tips)
"Try the Italian steak with the works"(2 Tips)
"Authentic French fries = Fresh potato chips!"(2 Tips)

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Val KlumpApril 15, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Steak and cheese with everything is awesome. Italian steak -- adds marinara. Pepper steak -- adds green peppers. All fantastic.
JennyJuly 22, 2015
Cash only, toasted. Funny dynamic between the mom and her sons. All the sandwiches kind of taste the same if you get everything on them (mustard, vinegar, etc.), but it's a good taste.
Asha JSeptember 17, 2014
Cheese steak is delicious, as is the meatball. Medium was more than enough. May not look fancy on the outside but a great hidden gem. Nice, friendly service. Would definitely go back.
Serious EatsMay 20, 2014
The 'pepper steak' is essentially a cheesesteak with grilled green peppers. Be sure to add their house made hot sauce.
Benson BleierMarch 3, 2016
Super delicious no frills sandwich spot. Would recommend if you're in the mood for a local potbelly's style sandwich. PSA -- they don't take cards!
Stephen SaribalisNovember 6, 2016
The pepper steak is bomb, as is the house hot sauce. But I think Marina Subs and Sub Center has it beat. I'd come back though, for sure.
Taylor ThomasJanuary 24, 2016
Try the Pepper Steak Sandwich - Oh my gosh. Best sandwich ever!!! (via @Foodspotting)
Matt JohnstonSeptember 5, 2015
Great hot sandwiches! Try the Italian steak with the works
Cynthia Gaedy DavidsonSeptember 27, 2015
EVERYTHING! ! ! May it never close it's doors! ♡
Brian LFebruary 25, 2016
We liked the italian slightly more than the pastrami, both solid toasted sandwiches.
7x7 MagazineOctober 25, 2012
The cheap sandwiches from this family-run joint are awesome, but don't miss tasting their own in-house french-fried potato chips. Read more
Tim HainesAugust 7, 2015
Pepper steak is a delicious sandwich, especially with extra cheese. The large is a great value.
Pierre A.June 13, 2020
Large size is huge, Italian combo is bomb! Great spot. Still cash only.
Staff PicksJuly 25, 2014
Make your Monday better by getting "The Works" burger at The Yellow Submarine. Heads up, it's cash only and also, don't go if you're one of those picky no onions, no dressing people. Read more
heathr goldNovember 3, 2016
Bring cash. Closest ATM is 2 blocks west
Allison CombsAugust 10, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Turkey avo. Medium is quite large
Jennifer KirkAugust 25, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Best Reuben, or any sub, in the city. And the fries are unreal. Addicting slices!
Anisha SampatJuly 4, 2013
Authentic French fries = Fresh potato chips!
Janet HJune 4, 2016
Get the French fries! They're more like fresh potato chips!
Amy BJuly 8, 2017
It's fine. Not sure what the hype is about. Fairly good sandwiches with a ton of stuff. Almost too much stuff.
DaveJuly 15, 2014
Pastrami with everything
ClareMarch 10, 2015
Italian combo, home fries
Eugene ZeltzerFebruary 10, 2015
Steak and cheese, also the American combo
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
Chris Cosentino, chef of Incanto, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Italian combo. Read more
Dave ZissouMarch 6, 2014
a must has got to be the italian combo
Ashwin KachharaJuly 8, 2017
Good sandwiches, bad fries. Make sure you get cash
Junior ChiaNovember 28, 2012
If you like some kick to your sandwhich ask for the homemade hot sauce!
Sam WellerFebruary 27, 2015
The guy told me he had been in business for 41 years. But the sandwiches are not spectacular. They are ok. I don't think that I will go back
Matt ChellewJanuary 17, 2016
No credit cards. Food was good, but not outstanding; the garlic fries were undercooked and had so much garlic I couldn't taste the sandwich anymore!
EnroutJune 18, 2011
Been here 25+ times
The works, American, roast beef are yummy. Get the fries.
Kelly BreuerJuly 2, 2012
My fav is the Reuben with an Orangina.
Chuck EufarleyJune 11, 2011
Get the Italian Combo, tastes just like you are back in Boston!
Noah ShawAugust 10, 2014
Roast beef and french fries
Marshall St. ClairSeptember 29, 2015
Hot pastrami sub
michael grahamFebruary 9, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Peper steak...
joe chickosSeptember 2, 2010
Been here 25+ times
as mayor I think you should work your way thru all the sandwiches.
ABDecember 10, 2012
Awesome sandwiches!
Adam SmithOctober 28, 2012
Italian bread for the win
Chris CromwellAugust 12, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Phenominal cheese steaks. Get em' with everything on it!
James TFebruary 24, 2015
I try to support local, but I've never liked a sub from here. Dry bread and no flavor.
FoodspottingJanuary 8, 2011
Try the Hot Pastrami Sandwich
Cortne BuiMarch 5, 2011
Love the pepper steak!
Jacob FordAugust 8, 2009
aka 'Grumpy Grandmas' has great subs and awesome home made fries
Nick FuriousJuly 21, 2010
Pepper steak and side of potatoes...do it...do it
joe chickosApril 6, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Great sandwich

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