We visited the Sandwich Bar for the first time as a lunch/rest between trail walking around downtown Janesville. It was perfect for that. The food was outstanding. Truly, it was very difficult to decide which sandwich to select from the menu. They all sounded like masterpieces. We had the Jolene and the Tommy, with fries; they were great, but we are excited for our next visit to try the other sandwiches also ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris Davidson
Just okay food, the special shrimp sandwich was sparse on shrimp. Fries had good flavor but soggy, drinks were good but small and expensive. The price is why I will not be back, the high price is not justified by the food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Lisa Clark
Yummy sandwiches and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa Henley
Delicious looking mainstay sandwiches on the menu that I have yet to try because I’ve only had their monthly specials that are so amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs, French Fries with Parmesan Aioli
Josh Kever
Definitely more worried about being trendy than serving actual food. Waitress did just fine. Spent 36 dollars on the worst experience I’ve had with food. Got the Balboa. The Au jaus was dumped over the sandwich so the only part that wasn’t bread pudding consistency was the top crunchy area from grilling. Went to eat it and realized only half the sandwich had meat in it. The pepporcini stuff tasted nothing like the pepper. Had no flavor. All I could taste was the pork that was very off putting. Spent 2$ to sub in fries and got barely anything. Looked like someone dumped out the bottom of a McDonald’s bag on the tray. Nothing like the pictures in other reviews. Wife got the same thing and hers was the exact same. Whatever the white stuff for dipping fries was had curdles in it. That maybe normally like that though. I’m not a picky person with food but that was just gross. Still tipped the waitress like normal cause she did her job fine. Should have known the red flag when all they had on tap was ipa’s. Went to Dairy Queen after and had ice cream. After all that I can’t get the pork flavor out of my mouth.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Jack Wheeler
Highly recommended. The sandwiches are gourmet and very reasonably priced. One of our favorite places to eat in town. I truly think the value you get for your money at this place is remarkable. It's a treat every time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Curtis Lemke
Sandwich Bar is a hidden gem in downtown Janesville. I was first impressed with their execution of delicious burgers and chicken sandwiches out of a popup tent and flat top grill during the summer concert series. Simple sandwiches delivered out on the street, with the talent of a gourmet kitchen.The dining in experience takes things to a whole other level. As you walk through the doors you are welcomed by a larger than life mural of Anthony Bourdain, whose memory they honor by delivering delicious and interesting sandwiches worthy of upscale establishments of New York and Paris. The meatloaf is like none other, the Bahn Mi takes you across the Pacific to the streets of Vietnam, and the French Fries are absolute perfection.I am a born and raised Wisconsinite, and I can tell you with a certain level of authority only attained through years of spending my Friday nights at classic supperclubs sipping on old fashioneds paired with greasy, salty, flaky fillets.... Sandwich Bar takes the classic Wisconsin Friday fish fry to culinary school. It is easily the best all you can eat breaded cod you will find anywhere. So much talent is coming out of an old storefront on Janesville's revitalized main street, talent you would expect to find in a historic supperclub or ritzy restaurant in Madison, Milwaukee, or Chicago. It is truly a blessing to have such culinary talent here in Janesville.Parking: Parking on main st. is usually easy and there is free parking in the riverfront lots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Homemade Fries, Jolene Sandwich, French Fries with Parmesan Aioli, Meatloaf Sandwich, Meatball Sandwich, Jolene, Pork Belly Banh MI
Jeff Margenau
I'll save you some time - just order the Jolene. You won't regret it. Super delicious!That being said, I sampled most of their offerings and thye were all scrumptious, it's just that the Jolene was my favorite.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jolene
Janeen P
What a gem! Cocktails ROCK, Food is amazing. Love, love, love ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jolene Sandwich, French Fries with Parmesan Aioli
Steve Baas
The sandwiches are very flavorful with fresh ingredients. Had the Chicago style smash hot dog and meatloaf sandwich (cut the sandwiches in half and shared). Highly recommend both!
Second time here for lunch on our Anniversary trip. Welcoming staff and friendly, comfortable atmosphere! The food is phenomenal! We loved the fries with garlic aoli, chicken sandwich, and meatloaf sandwich! I don't think we'll be able to wait a whole year to come back for next years Anniversary!!Parking: We utilized street parking right in front.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Homemade Fries, French Fries with Parmesan Aioli, Meatloaf Sandwich
Joshua Toscano
Absolutely delicious loved the little place, especially the board games and the meat loaf sandwich man that was good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Oldenburg
Nice little place with a full bar and a few draft beers. The sandwiches are unusual and tasty. The price per gram of food received is HIGH.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kelly Gratz
"Damn fine" and innovative sandwiches in a relaxed environment. Don't sleep on the garlic aioli for your fries!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emma Saucier
This has slowly become my favorite food establishment in Janesville. I've tried several different sandwiches and every one has been fantastic. The fries and aoli are a must. The atmosphere is unique yet laid back. Brenden's service is great, he's always delightful, welcoming and efficient. 10/10 will keep coming back!
We visited the Sandwich Bar for the first time as a lunch/rest between trail walking around downtown Janesville. It was perfect for that. The food was outstanding. Truly, it was very difficult to decide which sandwich to select from the menu. They all sounded like masterpieces. We had the Jolene and the Tommy, with fries; they were great, but we are excited for our next visit to try the other sandwiches also ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Just okay food, the special shrimp sandwich was sparse on shrimp. Fries had good flavor but soggy, drinks were good but small and expensive. The price is why I will not be back, the high price is not justified by the food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Yummy sandwiches and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious looking mainstay sandwiches on the menu that I have yet to try because I’ve only had their monthly specials that are so amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs, French Fries with Parmesan Aioli
Definitely more worried about being trendy than serving actual food. Waitress did just fine. Spent 36 dollars on the worst experience I’ve had with food. Got the Balboa. The Au jaus was dumped over the sandwich so the only part that wasn’t bread pudding consistency was the top crunchy area from grilling. Went to eat it and realized only half the sandwich had meat in it. The pepporcini stuff tasted nothing like the pepper. Had no flavor. All I could taste was the pork that was very off putting. Spent 2$ to sub in fries and got barely anything. Looked like someone dumped out the bottom of a McDonald’s bag on the tray. Nothing like the pictures in other reviews. Wife got the same thing and hers was the exact same. Whatever the white stuff for dipping fries was had curdles in it. That maybe normally like that though. I’m not a picky person with food but that was just gross. Still tipped the waitress like normal cause she did her job fine. Should have known the red flag when all they had on tap was ipa’s. Went to Dairy Queen after and had ice cream. After all that I can’t get the pork flavor out of my mouth.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Highly recommended. The sandwiches are gourmet and very reasonably priced. One of our favorite places to eat in town. I truly think the value you get for your money at this place is remarkable. It's a treat every time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sandwich Bar is a hidden gem in downtown Janesville. I was first impressed with their execution of delicious burgers and chicken sandwiches out of a popup tent and flat top grill during the summer concert series. Simple sandwiches delivered out on the street, with the talent of a gourmet kitchen.The dining in experience takes things to a whole other level. As you walk through the doors you are welcomed by a larger than life mural of Anthony Bourdain, whose memory they honor by delivering delicious and interesting sandwiches worthy of upscale establishments of New York and Paris. The meatloaf is like none other, the Bahn Mi takes you across the Pacific to the streets of Vietnam, and the French Fries are absolute perfection.I am a born and raised Wisconsinite, and I can tell you with a certain level of authority only attained through years of spending my Friday nights at classic supperclubs sipping on old fashioneds paired with greasy, salty, flaky fillets.... Sandwich Bar takes the classic Wisconsin Friday fish fry to culinary school. It is easily the best all you can eat breaded cod you will find anywhere. So much talent is coming out of an old storefront on Janesville's revitalized main street, talent you would expect to find in a historic supperclub or ritzy restaurant in Madison, Milwaukee, or Chicago. It is truly a blessing to have such culinary talent here in Janesville.Parking: Parking on main st. is usually easy and there is free parking in the riverfront lots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Homemade Fries, Jolene Sandwich, French Fries with Parmesan Aioli, Meatloaf Sandwich, Meatball Sandwich, Jolene, Pork Belly Banh MI
I'll save you some time - just order the Jolene. You won't regret it. Super delicious!That being said, I sampled most of their offerings and thye were all scrumptious, it's just that the Jolene was my favorite.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jolene
What a gem! Cocktails ROCK, Food is amazing. Love, love, love ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jolene Sandwich, French Fries with Parmesan Aioli
The sandwiches are very flavorful with fresh ingredients. Had the Chicago style smash hot dog and meatloaf sandwich (cut the sandwiches in half and shared). Highly recommend both!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatloaf Sandwich
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Second time here for lunch on our Anniversary trip. Welcoming staff and friendly, comfortable atmosphere! The food is phenomenal! We loved the fries with garlic aoli, chicken sandwich, and meatloaf sandwich! I don't think we'll be able to wait a whole year to come back for next years Anniversary!!Parking: We utilized street parking right in front.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Homemade Fries, French Fries with Parmesan Aioli, Meatloaf Sandwich
Absolutely delicious loved the little place, especially the board games and the meat loaf sandwich man that was good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice little place with a full bar and a few draft beers. The sandwiches are unusual and tasty. The price per gram of food received is HIGH.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
"Damn fine" and innovative sandwiches in a relaxed environment. Don't sleep on the garlic aioli for your fries!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This has slowly become my favorite food establishment in Janesville. I've tried several different sandwiches and every one has been fantastic. The fries and aoli are a must. The atmosphere is unique yet laid back. Brenden's service is great, he's always delightful, welcoming and efficient. 10/10 will keep coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5