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California Sandwiches

Rating: 3.2/5 (42 votes)

Posted by Tim / Reviewed on June 12, 2007

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California SandwichesCalifornia Sandwiches has locations all over the GTA (all still family-member owned), but downtowners have access to the original location at 244 Claremont, open since 1967. Some locations serve sides, but basically it's just about the sandwich. It's a straight pick your meat, pick your heat (sweet, medium, hot) deal.

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sjacobs / January 17, 2009 at 09:13 am
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Overpriced...like many other joints, they got popular and raised prices....no sandwich is worth up to ten bucks!
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Gail / January 19, 2009 at 01:21 pm
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$10.00 bucks, it's been that long since I had one.
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Aaron Laurinat / January 25, 2009 at 08:12 pm
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I beg to differ - these sandwiches, although pricey, are most definitely worth it. You get them hot, fresh and you have no idea how I've been craving one as it's been nearly 10 years!!! I've got to get myself down there very soon and get another before I die!
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apetimberlake / March 21, 2009 at 07:20 pm
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Yah.
Very good.
Although I am partial to Comisso Bro's.
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loureiro / June 30, 2009 at 06:56 pm
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still the best well worth the price
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Richard S / July 11, 2009 at 06:39 pm
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Its huge in size; worth the price. I mean, a footlong sub is about 8 bucks usually, so for something better, this isn't a bad deal.

The lineups are perpetually gigantic, though.
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mo / September 5, 2009 at 10:21 pm
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tried it today, will have it again tomorrow.
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Joe-E / November 24, 2009 at 01:46 pm
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Tried the Claremont location and their Dixie Road place. ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS veal sandwiches. SO big you can take half of it home for supper! I always go out of my way for one of these when I'm in TO.
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daniel / May 16, 2010 at 12:20 pm
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good sandwiches but not worth it for 10 dollars
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mike / December 27, 2010 at 10:42 am
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Sure its worth 10$ are you nuts go anywhere for a sandwich that is not even close to the calliber that California makes. Good luck in finding one wish i could open up one were im living id be rich in a year or at least living much better than what i am now. Those that say they are over priced go to Harveys,Mc puiks, Burgerking and any other fast food estab and youll be paying 10$ a person and hungry and not to mention sick an hour later . I would like to thank the owners of California Sandwiches for sharing one of the food wonders of the world and knowing its family owned but opening the gates for a person like myself to open a California restaurant franchise, ty mike
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ali / March 25, 2011 at 05:29 pm
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can any one tell me about franchise opportunity with california sandwiches ?
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Greg replying to a comment from sjacobs / March 27, 2011 at 04:57 pm
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You gotta pay for the best cheapo
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PG / December 25, 2011 at 11:40 pm
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THE BEST.

You will not find a better Italian sandwich. GUARANTEED.
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JS / January 25, 2012 at 05:31 pm
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Worth Every Penny! The most delicious and tender veal you will ever have, their sauce is just right, their buns are fresh, you really can't go wrong with their veal sandwich! You can spend the same amount on a burger and fries from (I don't even want to compare the two) McD's and that is crap compared to fresh veal pan fried to perfection every time! There is a new location for you East enders, Warden and Eglington. Been there a few times, and I have to admit, the sandwiches are just as good as the original one on Claremont. Maybe better???
I do have to admit that their add ons are a bit pricey, Cheese, Mushrooms, etc, but well worth it! Just a little tip, the sandwiches taste best when you eat them there at the restaurant, the buns get a bit soggy when doing take out, but I wouldn't say no to one. : )
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River / January 28, 2012 at 02:58 pm
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Been eating these sandwiches for a few years now. We love them. THey recently opened a place in Richmond Hill so we are now regulars there. Their homemade olives are fantastic! Also, try the eggplant sandwich if you're in the mood for a veggie choice. Totally worth the price. They make each one fresh to order. They're not sitting around pre fried. It's also immaculate inside, you could eat off the floor!
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Tuffy / January 31, 2012 at 01:31 pm
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Best Italian style veal sandwich in Canada! I've been going their since I was a kid and the veal was $5.50!!! Still great value for a great meal.
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