All About The Bread

What can I say? This has been one of my favorite sandwich spots if not, my favorite for the past 16 years. always feel Right at home. Rafa The manager is always pleasant and greets everyone with a big smile. People like him is what makes your local sandwich deli a hit. Ingredients are always top-tier. Pastrami and Godfather are my favorite. Call ahead if you want a big order!

not good at all. just tryin to look good. bread texture is off. it rubbery and not fluffy and crunch is tough. im not shark you know toppings all regular boarhead and olive oil and dressing are not intense and i also ordered not skopoped and no mayo and yes oregano, but is seems like you dont care. you are not better than jimmy jongz: you just have blisters on your bread. its not even bread: its just tough breadskin. ew! give me back my 17.95$

Italian-style sandwiches with super-fresh bread that makes the difference. The Godfather is stacked but still balanced. Staff is friendly and quick even when it’s slammed. Not much seating, so take it to go. Metered parking out front is fine for a short stop

Absolute fire sandwiches 🔥🔥 I always choose to dine in here. The staff is always really nice and I always leave satisfied! My go to orders are either the pastrami or the honey lime chicken. You couldn’t go wrong with either!

The best sandwich place in Los Angeles. #1-All About The Bread, yes even above Bay Cities which comes in at #2.

Been a longtime customer! They're orders are ALWAYS on point and the sandwiches are so good.. Love the meatball sub with extra provalone and the Godfather.. Rafael is such nice dude and i'm happy to support this small local shop. Love the new upgraded spot. When my friends are in town we always have to make a stop. Review is a long time coming. Thank you!!

My sandwich was yummy and hit the spot. Loved the bread too so the name fits perfectly. Parking sucks as I had to drive around for a while just to get close to the restaurant to walk in. Definitely a draw back, but loved my sandwich and would go again.

The Milan Salami sandwich is the best thing since sliced bread, literally. We were regulars here until we moved abroad and I’m reviewing this spot from across the world because I’m desperately craving a sandwich from here and there’s nothing nearby that even comes close.

I've been coming here for over ten years and have never been let down. Excellent food and excellent service! The new location is so great and has the perfect atmosphere. It really is all about the bread and they really do live up to their name, however, my favorite thing on the menu has to be their delicious Chicago peppers. Make sure to order an extra side because you WILL be wanting more. Had a great conversation about them with Rafael who was very kind and had me leaving the restaurant with a smile on my face. Come here and you won't be disappointed

What I Ordered: -The Godfather (L) $17.95 Works w/Extra Hot Peppers "Come at the king, you best not miss" - Omar from The Wire. That's how I feel about All About the Bread's take on the Godmother sandwich. All About the Bread's "Godfather" sandwich features a blend of spicy capicola, mortadella, ham, prosciutto, and Genoa salami, along with provolone cheese and standard toppings. I added extra hot peppers, but, in my opinion, they weren't very spicy; they seemed to use Giardiniera peppers. Also, be aware that they use a generous amount of mustard. While the meat quality doesn't quite match Bay Cities, the bread at All About the Bread is truly exceptional and lives up to their name. It's much softer than Bay Cities' chewy filone, so your jaw will thank you. I particularly love the bubbly crust; it offers a satisfying crunch without being overly chewy, and the bread's fluffiness is something special. You should definitely check it out! While Bay Cities may have the edge with their version of the Godmother/Godfather, All About the Bread's bread is superior. I'd explore other sandwiches here, but I wouldn't order the Godmother again because I find it more enjoyable at Bay Cities. The Godfather isn't the king of Italian subs in my opinion, at least not yet. My friend, who frequents both places, agrees that Bay Cities' Godmother is the better choice. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the sandwiches are prepared quickly. I appreciate the shop's ample seating both inside and out, and it's nice to eat and people-watch on Melrose.

I've had my eye on this place for a year now. Came in on a whim as I was in the area. I had good expectations from all the reviews, but wow, this place really speaks for itself! Raphael was very kind and gave us recommendations on what to get--the Godfather and Milan Salami. Each one an amazing sub, and the bread, incredibly fresh. Definitely will be coming back as it's run by an amazing crew. Glad to have dropped by!

I stopped in today and ordered the Godfather from the really nice guy behind the counter. He took my order and right away I could tell this place was gonna be good. Super friendly, outgoing, and just had good energy. Let's start tho with the interior. Super clean, wide open space with tall ceilings, big windows, and lots of natural light. The layout is simple, and everything feels nice and organized. You can see all the meats and sides through the glass. It just gives off that legit deli vibe, and I love that. Now the sandwich. The Godfather is loaded. It comes with spicy capicola, mortadella, prosciutto di parma, black forest ham, genoa salami, and provolone. Then they pile it with pickles, onions, tomatoes, shredded lettuce, Italian dressing, mustard, vegan mayo, and some Chicago peppers. It's got that classic Italian flavor, and everything inside tasted fresh and balanced. The meats were packed with flavor and the dressing combo gave it that nice tang and little bit of heat. My only really small complaint was the bread. It was great, but just a little more chewy than I expected. I usually like my bread softer, but it still held up well with everything stuffed inside. No mess, no sogginess. Just wish it had a softer bite. I also ordered a side of their potato salad, and I was honestly surprised how good it was. Creamy, cold, flavorful, and you can tell it's made in-house. Probably one of the better potato salads I've had from a deli. Oh, and by the way, the gentleman who took my order?... turns out he was the manager. While I was sitting there eating my lunch, he came over and handed me a complimentary bottle of water. That was classy. First-class move. I'll definitely be back.

This place is all about bread! It is crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle. It can make simple ingredients taste amazing in the sandwich. The service and ambiance are simple counter deli style. Fast and simple.

I deeply love every single thing about this restaurant. From the staff, to the food, to the ambiance. Every single worker here is so kind, I have been coming for years and never a bad experience. They go above and beyond to deliver exceptional service. And it's vegan friendly!! I cannot sing enough praises for this establishment. Truly love love love them!! And so proud that they have only expanded!!

Shoutout to All about the BREAD! my new favorite sandwich spot. I live in Santa Monica, and will drive out of my way or DoorDash because this sandwich spot is so GOOD! I love a good Italian sub. We have Bay Cites where I live in Santa Monica and they call the sandwich there the godmother. Well folks the Godfather is a way tastier sandwich... just saying, and the BREAD! Omg so good and fresh, best bread in LA. The bread is baked hot and fresh every 20 min. The service in store is excellent, staff is attentive and then even have JUMBO dill pickles! You must check out this sandwich spot if you are on Melrose. I would drive any day from Santa Monica to Melrose because it's that good! #happycustomer #lovethegodfather

Will never come back here again. After I got an order to go, they refused to let me use the bathroom. Apparently, their policy is onlt for dine-in. Manager is on a power trip and petty!

After a long day visiting LA, we were looking for a great meal to order into the hotel. After deciding we would try a local place to get something, we found All About the Bread and ordered it to be delivered. The sandwiches were delivered fast and on time. Soon we were settled in to have huge sandwiches, which some say are some of the best in LA. Let's see how it measures up in my experience. First, I always wanna talk about the vibe of a place. We did not visit the physical location, but looking over the menu and getting familiar with the place, I can tell that this is a sandwich shop that takes itself seriously. Baking their bread, offering premium meats, and toppings. I would love to go inside next time, but I will say even as someone who got a delivered order, the care they take with their brand comes through and is much appreciated. We got two different sandwiches, I got Al's Signature with no mayo, and my partner Elisabeth went wild and got a roast beef sandwich. These sandwiches were super fresh and delicious. The toppings and condiments were laid on with perfection. One of the biggest food sins a sandwich can commit is overfilling, where everything spills out; no spillage here, it's a finely crafted vessel for the ingredients. This is the kind of sandwich that just needs to be carried to your mouth; you don't have to put that much care into the bread. But that's not how All About the Bread played it; instead, they are making some of the most crispy on the outside, moist on the inside bread every day in their store. The bread is what brings this review from a 4-star (would go again) to a 5-star (best in their class that I've had) review. It would be easy with bread like this to sleep on the ingredients; it would be easy with ingredients like this to sleep on the bread. All About the Bread said, "Who needs sleep?" and threw it down hard on both fronts. We tried a few places in our trip to LA, but this was my favorite. This is a sandwich shop that knows what it's doing.

This place was so good! I want this sandwich everyday. The bread was the star honestly hence the name of the place but it was seriously really good bread. I got the option of hot peppers and they were pretty spicy I can handle spice but I kinda picked out some of the peppers so if you have a low spice tolerance I would go with medium or no peppers! They also took my order very quick and I got my sandwich super quick so if you're in a rush this is a good spot to go! Plenty of seating area.

Sandwich is affordable and tasty! They make their bread in house. Highly recommend the godfather with the works. It is so delicious! Just wish they would have an ice cup to go with their canned sodas. Staff are friendly and helpful when placing orders. They have a big screened tv and they were showing football the day I went. They have table indoors and outdoors. Small parking lot in front of them that is shared with other shops.

Hadn't ordered here in a while and was craving some sandwiches so I decided to order the godfather and the hot pastrami for delivery. They were ok, not bad but not out of this world amazing either. I remember the sandwiches tasting better in the past. Can't speak for service or ambiance as I had it delivered by a delivery app.

Pretty good sandwich spot that definitely fulfills your sandwich cravings. I got the Turkey Club which was rich from the mustard and italian dressing. It was really good and I liked the crisp bread too. The menu was easy to navigate and their Godfather is their most popular sandwich. I also tried their Italian sandwich, my girlfriend loved this sandwich. I probably won't go out my way to get All About the Bread but there's really nothing to complain about, I'm just comparing it to other spots.

Believe this is my second time at All About The Bread -- this time I ordered online and picked up my sandwich in a very convenient back entrance where I was in and out within a matter of 30 seconds. Ordered the godfather this time, stuffed with meats and shredded lettuce. Very yummy, and the regular size is more than enough for one person for lunch. Affordable prices compared to other sandwich shops in LA, especially considering the size, too! I had half and saved the other half for today as I write this review. Still holds up after 23 hours! The bread is good but not like, WOW, for a place called All About the Bread. Still I will return!

I'd say this is a 3.5. Free parking in front, a rarity in this area. Nice shop. Little disappointed there wasn't a water station, which Ive seen in most cafes. Service is amazingly fast. Two sandwiches in two minutes?! It IS all about the bread. Very good chew and good crunch. A half sandwhich is more than enough, even for someone who can eat. The tuna with the works was well done; the pickles and bit of heat from the peppers elevated it. Not heavy at all, as is sometimes the case. A fresh flavor. The burrata with homemade pesto was a huge hit. Creamy cheese, superb pesto. This is the one to get!

Decided to try a new sandwich place for lunch today and had one delivered from here. While I ordered hot it arrived more lukewarm, this is not a fault on restaurant it's actually mine! I didn't realize the location and had it delivered all the way in Glendale! This is just a caution or anyone else wanting delivery so you aren't surprised. That said! I absolutely need to go in person because this was an amazing sandwich. It's so simple too! fresh ingredients and the most perfect crunchy bread I've had yet. Lightly seasoned chicken breast was on mine with thinly shredder lettuce (a secret like of mine), fresh tomatoes, light mayo and salt and pepper. Everything was a cohesive melody that resulted in an enjoyable bite of a sandwich. Honestly I regret not getting one for my mother. But that just means we'll have to go together!

Love this place great sandwiches, bread is awesome, been ordering for years. Only complaint is this time I got a large and my lady got a regular sandwich and side by side I realized that the large is barely larger than a regular and I payed $4 more for like maybe 2" of more sandwich lol. So not worth getting a large just buy a regular.

ugh I forgot to take a picture but it was just a cutie little sandwich. got the caprese and it was yummy! not the biggest fan of this type of bread because it's a little harder to bite into, but everything tasted fresh. was really good. ordered ahead and the cashier brought it out so fast. it was really cute inside, I wish I could've stayed to enjoy the atmosphere. either way, I'm excited to come back and try a new sandwich

The sandwich is here absolutely delicious! The bread is, fantastic, high quality toppings. The sandwiches are made to order in minutes, they have plenty of inside seating and easy parking out front. Absolutely love their tuna as well as burrata sandwich. They are so friendly and welcoming here, not to mention hard-working. Prices are fair, a large sandwich can easily be shared. Great option if you're looking for a casual bite on Melrose!

Best sandwiches in LA! All about the bread, indeed. Their bread is outrageously delicious and of course, very fresh. The Godfather with the works is my absolute favorite -- though you can't go wrong with any of their other sandwiches. Service is always great. There's a small parking lot in front. In theory, that's awesome. But I've never been fortunate enough to get a spot because they're always so busy!

At 12.95 for cold sandwiches and 13.95 for hot sandwiches I was expecting an amazing sandwich but it was mediocre at best. Their sandwiches definitely didn't blow my mind away and this was my first meal of the day at 3pm so I was hungry. My friend got the cilantro lime chicken and I got the Godfather with the Works. I saw this place blow up on tiktok and I must say it is definitely all about the bread. You can see them baking fresh loaves in the back. The bread was fresh with a crunchy exterior and soft interior. I would 100% come back for the bread but as for the sandwich you can probably get their ingredients anywhere else and make your own sandwich. The cilantro chicken lime lacked a limey flavor and I'm not sure if it's just me but I really dislike warm avocado it seems like they head up the whole sandwich together which really ruined it for me. The heated sandwich was also more rubbery and did not have the crunchy exterior. The Godfather was good but honestly was like any other cold cut sandwich. I definitely would come back only to purchase the bread. I would say compared to Ghost Sando shop that's only .3 miles away this does not compare.

After a long flight, I Ordered a turkey sandwich , it was amazing . The best turkey sandwich in California. The bread was delicious . Amazing

Everyone says larchmont has the best sandwiches but I disagree, Alll about the bread has the best sandwiches hands down, my favorite would be the godfather & pairing it with a potato salad on the side or the artichoke salad. Service is always 100/10, everyone is so sweet and welcoming which I love & depending on what time you go, you can get a sweet spot outside by the plants. Melrose is always loud but it doesn't bother me as long as my tummy is happy.

I have been craving Bay Cities Godmother, but I could not trek all the way to Santa Monica. So, I happened to find All About the Bread on Uber Eats one day, I knew I had to try it. Rather than trying to get Uber Eats, I decided to just pick it up. I was about 30 minutes away from closing and I wanted to make sure that I was able to get a sandwich, so I called them before I left and the person who pick up my call was so nice and helpful. I came in about 10 minutes from closing and the person made me a sandwich with no issues. Of course, I had to get the Godfather. I did take it back home to eat, but I think that the restaurant was super cute and would have loved to eat it there had it not been closing. Parking was tough. There are a few spots in the front (and I think there were some spot in the back?). I actually found street parking about half block away and walked over. As for the sandwich, I actually liked the bread a little more than Bay Cities. I know many fellow Yelpers thought the bread was too hard, but I actually think Bay Cities bread might be a little harder for me. To be fair, I ate it when I got home, so it was a little softer, but I have also eaten Godmother after getting home (and the trek back from Santa Monica is way longer for me) and the bread was still pretty hard. The inside was pretty similar to the Godmother. So, if you are looking for a good alternative, definitely check All about the Bread.

I stopped by this sandwich shop and ordered the highly-recommended "Godfather" sandwich. I was not disappointed! Service was quick (though I came in 30 min before close, so they were wrapping up) and there was ample seating in the clean dining area. The bread was fresh and had a perfect balance of softness and crunch. However, be sure to eat it the day of - I saved half for the next day and it got a bit soggy. My only major issue is the parking situation, which is inconvenient. The front lot requires some tricky maneuvering along the sidewalk/curb at times to get to the slot, but luckily there's street parking nearby. On the bright side, the location makes up for it - just across the street is a great spot to grab a sweet treat at Milk Bar soft serve! Overall, a good sandwich, but be prepared for some parking challenges. I don't think I would go out of my way to get a sandwich again but if I happened to be in the area, why not -- I'd try the pastrami or another hot sandwich.

Good service! The bread was the best part about the sandwich but I thought the qty of pastrami could have been more and the banana peppers slightly less and the bread toasted more. Is should have been more warm! But decent pastrami sandwich.

Amazing sandwiches. Love the fresh bread, quality meats, and it's nice and clean inside. Side cucumber salad is so refreshing. P.S. always get the works on your sandwich.

Need a location in the OC! Definitely live up to their name. It's All About the Bread. Crunchy on the outside and soft in the inside, perfectly baked and salted. Perfect bread to house the wonderful deli meat. $20 is pricey for a large, but well worth the money. Brought a few loaves to go for a souvenir. Even with to go orders flying out the door, the food was made quickly. The restaurant is perfect to eat a quick meal.

Stopped by to pick up some lunch with my partner after a coffee date at nearby Fika Fika. I love this place but I'm so rarely in this area at lunch time. I got the signature honey lime chicken sandwich and it was as good as I remember from years ago when I worked in the area often. My partner got the Milan salami and really enjoyed it. Portions are big, prices are reasonable, and the bread - as advertised - is delicious. The staff is friendly and the service is fast.

Came in for a sandwich, came out with a half pound baby, haha. I ordered a regular size "The Godfather" & it's a good size. Now, as far as the bread, damn, it's a little too crunchy for my liking. I had read this in some of the reviews but still wanted to try it. The flavor is there but the bread is too hard in my opinion which is surprising considering they bake fresh bread every 20 minutes. Anyways, if they fixed this I think they would see an increase in returning customers. Back to the sandwich, I got mine with all the works & medium peppers which was the right spice level for me. But if you really want spicy then opt for the hot peppers. As for ambiance, it's cool; they offer both indoor & outdoor seating. Lastly, didn't take long for the order, like 5 minutes. Anyways, hope all about the bread considers giving some TLC to the bread

Best in the los angeles 10/10. Great customer service. Every time in the area must have a sandwich

First timer and I'll definitely be back. Nice to find a basic sandwich shop with fresh ingredients and really great bread! Not a big garlic aoli guy here if you know what I mean! Fast friendly service too!

Broke a crown biting into a Godfather. I'll probably get another Godfather when my dentist gives me the ok. Lost a star for the $10k in dental work. Potato salad is also great.

Their "Signature" is the best turkey sandwich I've ever had. I'm the kind of person that goes somewhere for the one thing that I order. And this is that place that I go for a turkey sandwich. The reasoning... it's "All About the Bread"... it makes the sandwich. The people that make the sandwich's must enjoy their jobs because every person that they serve is always happy. What could be better than feeding hungry, happy people?! Great energy and well worth it. You'll be back for more and you'll understand when you take your first bite. It's a simple cafe/deli experience. Grab your bag of chips, sit down and enjoy. The sun shines through the windows, picnic styling.

All About the Bread lives up to the name--and then some. I tried both the Godfather and the Hot Pastrami sandwiches, and wow... flavor overload in the best way possible. The Godfather is stacked, savory, and perfectly balanced with just the right kick from the peppers. The Hot Pastrami? Melt-in-your-mouth tender with just the right amount of heat and tang. But the real star? The bread. Fresh, warm, slightly crispy on the outside--absolutely perfect. Portions are generous, service is quick, and everything feels made with care. If you're anywhere near Melrose, this spot is a must.

Such sweet service!! Love the hot chicken sandwich definitely recommend! You can choose from warm or cold sandwiches!

I love this sandwich shop. Fresh tasty bread, great cuts of cold meats, good cheese, huge sandwich portions, great chip selections. Overall always a great sandwich when I come. They are recently renovated so the inside looks amazing! Handful of options to choose from or build your own. Great price for a big sandwich. The service is always great , nice & cool air conditioning. This is my go-to sub shop.

I checked out this sandwich spot because it kept popping up on my social media feed. I will certainly come back just because of the customer service alone. I'm not sure if the gentleman is the owner or just the MOD of the day, but he was amazing. He made sure everything and everyone is ok and even gave us free water bottles. He always welcomed everyone that came in with a "hello my friend" and made me and my girlfriends time here a pleasant one. Now on to the food, we ordered the Al's signature and potato salad. Tasted fresh and the ratio of ingredients were perfect! I'm not a potato salad type, but this place hands down has the best one I've ever tasted. 10/10 customer service and food! Will for sure come back

I ordered a sandwich and it was the best experience the food was super delicious and the very friendly guys super tasty and fresh, meat ball you have to try it with hot pepers., if you are in the aera don't forget to check this place

Wow this deli like sandwich shop is over the top with delicious fresh bread, clean lovely place with low music so you can chat and enjoy. I had the Godfather sandwich with extra pickles. Owner gave us a free cookie to try. Truly over the top service. This humming bird guy even swooped by with more napkins because well the sandwich was overflowing with goodies inside

Been going here for years, still my favorite sandwich place in LA. It really is all about the bread, always fresh.

If you are in LA, you have to stop in here for lunch. They have so many choices. Lots of options for vegetarian and meat eaters. The bread is fresh and has this crunch to it. It really makes the sandwich. They have dine in and patio seating.

The name says it all. The bread is delicious! Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. We ordered a Roast Beef and pastrami sandwich. Both had a unique flavor. The flaky crispy bread puts the sandwich over the top. The meat is sliced to order. I had a bite of the pastrami and the mustard matched the pastrami perfectly. The Roast beef sandwich was on point with quality meats and fresh vegetables. Parking is tricky with only a couple spaces in front and street parking is permit. Service is quick and friendly Prices are reasonable Plenty of seating The menu is rather small but has all the fan favorites

A top contender for one of the best sandwiches in town. They just expanded their location. It's clean and the service is great. I usually call my order in and it's always ready as quoted. Definitely try it. I go often.

I'm a huge sandwich fan, delis, artisanal sandwich spots, I'm there. All about the bread is definitely a top tier sandwich spot, cannot recommend this enough! If you've had and enjoy Bay cities in west LA, this place is for you! Service was great, and the price is hard to beat.

Been going here for a decade now and it's simply amazing! Every sandwich rocks - that fresh bread every 20 minutes is *chef's kids* and my absolute faves are The Godfather w the spicy works, and The Meatball with a side of Marinara! Top it off with Jalapeño Chips & Coke or Cream Soda and you have PERFECTION. Everyone who works here is so professional, friendly, and great human beings - besides the amazing food, this is one of the reasons I have been a regular for so many years. Reliable, consistent, incredibly delicious, the new location/space is so clean and open, seriously nothing not to love!

I think this sandwich store is one of the best in LA! We work across the street and we ALWAYS get our sandwiches from there and they never fail to make them FRESH AND DELICIOUS! RAFAEL has always been friendly and nice to us when we order. His service is outstanding and ge takes care of us perfectly! Happy you guys expanded and hoping more expansion in the near future!! Maybe consider expanding to the valley so they get to eat the delicious sandwiches!! 5 STARS AND VERY DESERVING!

i've heard about this spot a lot and so when I walked by it I decided to stop in. I got a large godfather sandwich and I love how the vibe inside is very straightforward and old school deli style where you see the meat and cheese in a big glass window. the guy helping me was sweet and the sandwich came out quick.the meat tastes great but i'm sorry I have to give it one star based off the bread alone .... how dare you call your restaurant ALL ABOUT THE BREAD and the bread is the worst thing on the sandwich ?? for almost $20 this feels criminal to eat a stale cracker bread that literally cracks when I bite it ... never coming here again i'm so sad because I love deli sandwiches so much but this was garbage.

I've been coming here for the last 10 years, these sandwiches are addicting. The best sandwiches in LA. The best pastrami in LA by a landslide. Amazing service, super clean inside, great ambiance. The bread is freshly made, a new batch every 20 minutes. If you're ever in the area this is the best spot to go. Big shoutout to RAFAEL and ALAN