We’re very much aboard the gourmet sandwich bandwagon that’s been making its way around Sydney lately. Fresh deli meats, creamy cheeses and fresh bread… what’s not to love? Come lunchtime, we often find ourselves craving one.
As Newtown residents, we’ve hit out local streets trying to find the best bites around. Here are our six favourite places to get a sandwich nearby.
Lu’s Deli
Address: Shop 1/52-60 Enmore Rd, Newtown NSW 2042
Hours: 8am-3pm from Tuesday to Saturday, 8am-2pm on Sunday (It’s also open for dinner Thursday to Saturday , but sandwiches aren’t availale.)
Prices: $18-$24
Gluten-free available? Yes for $2 extra.
Originally running a restaurant in Bronte, the team behind Lu’s Deli has received a very warm welcome from us in Newtown. The deli serves up sandwiches on fresh focaccia (or sourdough for an extra $2). And, they’re pretty big. If you don’t have a big appetite, they’re definitely shareable… maybe leaving a bit of room for some of the sweet treats they often have at the counter. (We’re often eyeing the scrolls.)
✅ We’ve eaten here!
We recommend: The Better Than Devon (Pictured)
Newtown General Store
Address: A/127 King St, Newtown NSW 2042
Hours: From 12pm from Tuesday to Sunday
Prices: $15-$18
Gluten-free available? No.
Found in the entryway to one of our favourite cocktail bars, Huelo, this deli serves up fresh sandwiches almost every day from 12pm. While you’re waiting for the master to prepare your lunch, have a browse of the provisions they sell, too. From tinned fish to fresh pickes, there’s plenty of unique items to choose from. Once freshly made, the sandwiches are served up with a handful of chips, too. Being a bar, if you’d like a nice glass of wine or cocktail with it, they’ve got you.
✅ We’ve eaten here!
We recommend: The OG Deli One and The Burrata One
See the full menu (Note: Prices on the online menu are out of date, but the items are the same)
The Stinking Bishops
Address: shop 5/63-71 Enmore Rd, Newtown NSW 2042
Hours: 8:30am-2:30pm from Sunday to Friday
Prices: $15-$24
Gluten-free available? Yes, for toasties.
Known for its extensive international cheese and cured meats menu, The Stinking Bishop puts its incredible selection between bread. Choose from a handful each of toasties and baguette creations. If you’re hankering something sweet, they’ve even got (cheese-less) dessert toasties.
✅ We’ve eaten here!
We recommend: The Bernardo (Pictured)
AP Town
Address: 1a Bucknell St, Newtown NSW 2042
Hours: 7am-2:30pm from Monday to Saturday, 7:30am-2:30 on Sunday
Prices: $11-$17
Gluten-free available? No.
Dangerously close to home for us, AP Town is one of the many AP Bakeries scattered around the city. While the sandwiches aren’t nearly as drool-worthy as the flatbreads, they’re still pretty darn good. The fresh-baked bread combined with quality ingredients have added AP to our regular sandwich roster.
✅ We’ve eaten here!
We recommend: The ham and gruyere ficelle (Pictured)
Newtown Pork Roll
Address: 207 King St, Newtown NSW 2042
Hours: 9am-5:30pm from Monday to Saturday
Prices: $9-$11
Gluten-free options? No
As former Marrickville residents, we weren’t looking forward to not having walking-distance access to spots like Marrickville Pork Roll and Alex ‘n’ Rolls (RIP). That was until Newtown Pork Roll opened up shop. This underrated Vietnamese sandwich shop
✅ We’ve eaten here!
We recommend: The lemongrass pork roll.
Australia Street Sandwich
Address: 275 Australia St, Newtown NSW 2042
Hours: 8am-3pm every day
Prices: $18-$22
Gluten-free available? Yes, at no additional charge.
Newly opened by the team at next door’s Tokyo Lamington, Australia Street Sandwich is one of the many places to pop up recently on this up-and-coming strip.
If you’re looking for a great sandwiches, some outdoor seating and aren’t on a budget, give it a go. Stuffed with fillings, these sandwiches may not come that cheap, but they’re packed with quality. You’ve also got a choice of four different breads, including a gluten-free options, at no extra charge.
✅ We’ve eaten here!
We recommend: The Pulled Beef Brisket Sandwich.
