If you're looking for the best places to get a sandwich for your summer afternoon, you've come to the right place. These sandwich shops know that a solid sub is a crucial piece of a day at the beach, a picnic in the park, or a filling lunch, and you won't be disappointed with the creations these sandwich artists are building. Discover the best sandwiches in Eau Claire below!
Photo: Eau Claire Cheese & Deli
Eau Claire Cheese & Deli
Eau Claire Cheese & Deli is a small but mighty shop near downtown Eau Claire that reigns as a local favorite. With a menu full of flavorful hot and cold sandwiches, this place is the holy grail of cheese and deli meat (hence the name). Choose from favorites like the Hot Hero, Spicy Claire, or Brackett Avenue Beef. Plus, this shop serves up new breakfast sandwiches for a sweet and savory start to your day! While you're here, load up on your favorite cheese flavors made at local farms, and find all the supplies needed to build a beautiful cheese board.
Jay Ray's Deli
If you know, you know. And if you don't, it's time to find out. Jay Ray's Deli is another small sandwich shop located just down the street from Eau Claire Cheese & Deli, making this the deli side of town. These sandwiches are piled high with premium meats, fresh veggies, and melty cheese, all layered between soft hoagie rolls or perfectly toasted bread. And their names are just as creative as their flavors. Find out what's on The Karen, the Somethin Catchy, or The Goodfella. You can't go wrong with any of their choices!
Acoustic Cafe
Located in downtown Eau Claire, Acoustic Cafe is known widely for its incredible hoagies made just how you like. What really sets their sandwiches apart? The secret sauce. It's a little tangy and full of flavor for these highly preferred sandwiches. The hoagies go best with their soup of the day, and the cozy, inviting vibes at Acoustic Cafe make this place a long-time hit.
Photo: Ray's Place
Ray's Place
Ray's Place has been holding down the sandwich scene since they opened back in 1949, and their hot beef sandwiches are just as much of a hit today as all those years ago! This bar is located on Water Street and is as laid-back as it gets. No matter the season, you can walk into Ray's and be served this classic, locally raved-about sandwich any day of the week. Simple, but so delicious!
Mancino's Grinders & Pizza
When it comes to oven-baked sandwiches with serious comfort food, Mancino’s is in a league of its own. Known for its hearty grinders—hot, toasty subs baked until golden—this spot on Hastings Way has been a longtime go-to for locals. The menu is huge and covers every flavor combination you can think of. Go for the classics like the Italian Grinder, Lumberjack, or the Gobbler, or branch out with funky orders like the Flavor Train, Taco Grinder, or Maui Tuna. Check out their website to view more flavors!
SANDWICH TO LOOK OUT FOR:
The Old Fashioned Sandwich
Keep your eyes peeled for a new recipe that’s stirring up curiosity: the Old Fashioned Sandwich. Inspired by the state’s signature cocktail, this inventive creation combines savory deli cuts with tangy cherry-orange chutney, a hint of bitters glaze, and a buttery brioche roll. This sandwich was crafted by Chippewa Valley Technical College culinary student, Kenya Gomez, in partnership with Silver Spring Foods products. This sandwich is the next big thing in Eau Claire —find it currently at Eau Claire Cheese & Deli!