Bread Head

Sandwich shop · Santa Monica

Bread Head

Sandwich shop · Santa Monica

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1518 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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Freshly baked bread, unique sandwich creations, huge portions  

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+1 424 238 2322
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Hayley Di Naso

Google
Best sandwich north of Wilshire! Believe me, the LA Times, or The NY Times, Bread Head is bringing its A-game to the west side. Clever creations on your favorite classic sandwich’s, made between their signature fluffy yet crunchy focaccia bread. The portions are huge, the half was more than enough for one person. We were so tempted by their mozzarella sandwich, so we ordered one to go and shared their turkey and Italian in the shop on a sunny day. What a delight! Sandwiches were made quickly so this is also a great grab and go option. We will be definitely be making a stop in before our next beach day. The house made lemonade and ice tea was refreshing, and the staff were really sweet. Glad to have to this option on the west side!

Victor Bilgen

Google
Finally, another great deli option on the west side. The staff were super friendly, and the sandwich options were unique and exciting. Their house baked bread was well structured and complimented the candies ingredients well. Take their advice and use the hot sauce too, its excellent.

Kayla Jochimsen

Google
Bread head has amazing sandwiches! They have a variety of options all served on focaccia style breads. Sandwiches are huge, the half sandwich is plenty for me. I love the grinder & the roast beef sandwich, but all are really great. Their Arnold Palmer is so fresh it’s the perfect beverage to go with your sandwich. Highly recommend trying it!!

Michelle Hernandez

Google
Bread Head is a nice sandwich shop with a cute and inviting ambiance. The service was quick and efficient, and the gentleman working the floor—bussing tables and checking on guests—was particularly friendly and attentive. I ordered the turkey pesto half sandwich, which was good. The bread was fresh, and the ingredients were of good quality. I also had the unsweetened iced tea, which was well brewed, and I liked the ice they use. Overall, it’s a pleasant spot with solid food and good service. I’d come back.

Daniela L

Google
It was my first time there and we had some questions, the cashier was extremely nice and he took his time to explain us the menu When we ate our food it was insanely good, the bread tastes soooo good!! The environment it is very original, the bathroom was clean and cute too. If I would be able to give 6 stars I would 🔥

Matthew

Google
Delicious sandwiches! So happy that Los Angeles is having a Sandwich Renaissance these days! Bread is of course superb and delicious. The ingredients and spreads on the sandwiches I tried were fresh and delicious. High quality meats, cheeses, vegetables, etc. The combination of ingredients on each sandwich were carefully thought out and paired beautifully. The portion sizes are large by the way so what they call a “half sandwich” may be enough for a full sandwich for many, and what they call a “whole sandwich” could be enough for two meals (or two people). I’d recommend getting two halves of different types and that way you can try more of their delicious sandwich creations!

angelina shih

Google
We have tried 7 sandwiches so far and love Cuban, Mozzarella and BLT the best! All ingredients are really fresh and the bread is unbeatable! Some of the sandwiches are a bit salty overall. We finally got the Cuban, available on Wednesday only, on our third visit. It’s so good and always sells out so go early!

Philipp Tereshenko

Google
Fresh and perfectly crunchy focaccia bread. Got the combo grinder - classic Italian tasting sub. The prices are HEFTY for a 1/2 sub $17 but it is filling
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Aary M.

Yelp
My cousin recommended this sandwich place to us in Santa Monica and it was amazing. I loved the bread soo much. It had the perfect crunch. I did drive to the beach and then eat it, which gave it time for the juices to make the bread a bit soggy, but I'm sure fresh, it would hit the spot even harder. The shop, itself, was cute and had pictures everywhere which gave it an at home vibe. They had pickle beer and cherry soda I want to try next time for sure. This sandwich reminded me of the movie ratatouille when remy bites the strawberry and cheese at the same time and goes into a trance of flavors. Everything came together perfectly and their hot sauce was to die for. I can't wait to try this sandwich place again. The staff was welcoming and friendly. My family also got the BLT and Calabrian turkey which were both super flavorful too!
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sanjana m.

Yelp
Food, phenomenal! Portions are huge even the "half" portions are cut in half. They tasted great, loaded with ingredients! So many options to choose from and their special club sauce wis pretty good! They also have daily specials, so look out for those! Service was great. Ambiance was coastal vibes, very bright and relaxing. Bonus, the bathroom is also really cute and decorated well, not to mention clean !! Mozzarella sand-which 5/5
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Chelsea M.

Yelp
Bread Head in Santa Monica makes a really solid sandwich. The bread stands out the most. It's crispy, fresh, and clearly the focus. I added mortadella to the mozzarella sandwich and really liked the combo. The portions are generous too. I only got a half, but it was still big and packed with ingredients, I hardest time trying to take a full bite The Combo Grinder is probably my favorite so far. The sandwiches came out pretty quickly, and there's free parking in the back, plus metered spots out front. Definitely planning to come back and take one to the beach next time.
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Rachel T.

Yelp
The Muffaletta was UNREAL! One of the most unique sandwiches with high quality deli meat and the crunchiest but softest bread I've ever had. The bread was a perfect thickness as well. I'm generally not a sandwich person but I'm in love with this place! Also had the Tuna salad sandwich which was super fresh and crispy and wasn't heavy AT ALL which I very much appreciated. Perfect proportions and a refreshing crisp to the lettuce. Staff was friendly and the line though intimidatingly busy moves very fast. Plenty of seating inside but if you find yourself there at peak the neighborhood is a nice walk and clean.
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Thuyvu P.

Yelp
10 out of 10!!! Staff is friendly and cool with fast service! I love sandwiches and usually don't get impressed but man even before I took my first bite I knew it was going to be good! But really these sandwiches are next level, I live in OC and would gladly drive back for any these! Sandwiches: Mozzarella - Simple ingredients but amazing flavor, the za'atar spread brings it harmoniously together Combo Grinder- my favorite of the three we tried , filled with all the good meats- salami, ham, hot coppa (dry cured pork shoulder) with some pepperoncini, iceberg, red onion, roasted peppers... this right here is a damn good sandwich !!! Turkey Pesto - this was also really good, roasted turkey, cheddar cheese, avocado, arugula, smeared in a basil pesto and garlic mayo- fiyahhhh
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Brian V.

Yelp
Sandwich spot located on Montana in the Santa Monica area. Their sandwiches are served on a focaccia and they focus on local suppliers/ingredients. I also saw that the founders of this place met while working at Trois Mec... I wonder if they were there when I went about 8 yrs ago. The vibe was relaxed, but the place seems like it would always be busy. Part of the reason for this is that the space isn't super large. The menu here is streamlined and at first glance, the sandwiches aren't cheap. Although I would say I'm a pretty large person and a half sandwich was plenty. I ordered the muffaletta. My visit was in late March, so I was trying to keep "laissez les bons temps rouler", haha. My grammar there probably is horrible, but hopefully you get the idea. Also, I haven't had a great muffaletta since going to a place called Cochon Butcher in NOLA. I thought the sandwich was great - from the bread to the fillings - the flavors and textures were all on point. I even used a few drops of the available hot sauce to give my bites an extra kick. There was also an off menu special tart/pie available made with Mexican lemons. I got a slice and it was very delightful. Like a light key lime pie. Big fan of this sandwich shop. Parking could be a little tough in the area, but if you're patient, you could get some street metered parking or if you don' t mind walking, you may find a spot in the surrounding neighborhoods. Just mind the parking signs.
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Lauren C.

Yelp
Excited to try theses sandwiches that have been rated among the top in the city! The line moves relatively quickly and the staff is super friendly and efficient. If you don't want to wait, you can order online and pickup. For 2 of us going to the beach, I ordered 4 "half" sandwiches. When I opened them up, I realized that a half is really more like a whole to me so we had way more than we needed. But fun to try anyway. calabrian turkey - good, fresh ingredients but not a wow; would pass on this one next time combo grinder - YUM, lots of delicious italian meats and cheese with generous portion of roasted pepper; probably the FAVE muffuletta - a little similar to the combo with italian meats and cheeses; olive spread mozzarella - with avocado and sprouts; so much better than it sounds and one of our faves The bread was thin focaccia style and was crispy in parts. Really good vehicle for a sandwich, though a little messy for the beach! Overall we really enjoyed the sandos at Bread Head and would try more if we were in the area.
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ChicagoFoodie S.

Yelp
Came where with my sister and we split half the sandwich, which is plenty. I like how clean and pleasant the vibe is here and really like the Jimmy Brand themed restroom. I do hope they get another kind of bread as well because the focaccia bread they use is quite oily so would be good to have an option.
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Beatrice V.

Yelp
I was in the area and was craving some lunch so decided to pop in and order a sandwich to go. There was quite a line to order but it moved along, and probably about a 10-15 min wait until my order was ready. I ordered a half order of the Combo Grinder without cheese. I also got some hot sauce to go with it, as I saw some recs that it's better with it. It was probably about 10 minutes until I was able to eat the sandwich. It was decent, I liked all the meat and veggies inside, but it was pretty soggy which was disappointing. I imagine it's better if you eat it fresh, so I'd recommend eating it right when it's ready. I also wasn't that impressed by the bread; I was excited by the concept of focaccia for sandwich bread, but it wasn't that great. Pretty thin and crunchy rather than warm, salty, soft and a little crispy focaccia. A lot of the sandwich kept spilling out as I ate it, so it's definitely messy. Make sure you have napkins! And the hot sauce does make it a bit better. Half order is definitely the way to go, it was plenty for me to have by myself.
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Rashmi V.

Yelp
Definitely a fan of their sandwiches but not a fan of their pricing. There is more lettuce than there is turkey. The foccacia bread delicious but to charge for tomato and onion on a sandwich is ridiculous it should be standard especially for a turkey sandwich. I mean .50 cents to add mustard, are you serious? I've been here twice and the staff is great, I love their variety of sandwiches and baked goods but it's the price that drives me crazy. Just for myself for a half sandwich because I added a few extra items it ended up being $21. Wtf!!!! I like this place but they need to do better with their prices, it is definitely over hyped.
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Maddie D.

Yelp
Delicious sandwiches! The turkey pesto was so flavorful and the bread was perfectly soft and crisp. You also get a very hearty serving in a half portion. Service was solid! The food came out very quickly and everyone on the staff was friendly. The ambiance inside is clean with plenty of tables to eat at. I ordered to go, so didn't spend much time inside.
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Aundrea Z.

Yelp
Right when we walked in we were welcomed by the amazing staff. I ordered the BLT half order sandwich. It was really good! You can really taste the quality of the ingredients, everything tasted fresh. This was my first time here, and I'm glad I got the half order because this filled me up perfectly. Very chill vibe here almost like a coffee shop vibe but with sandwiches I would come here again!
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Kameron G.

Yelp
If I'm going to pay $30 for a sandwich it should blow my mind... Unfortunately, that was not my experience at bread head. The "Combo Grinder" lacked salt and acid for me and was overall underwhelming. The portions are generous but does not justify the cost...
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Julia M.

Yelp
Truly some of the best sandwiches my boyfriend and I have eaten. I truly can't think of many other vegetarian sandwiches as flavorful, hearty, as fresh as the mozzarella. Bf got the muffuletta and loved it. Food came out quick and store is cute.
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Eddie M.

Yelp
I heard this place was good just from reading some online reviews for good sandwich soots in LA but then I disolver were considered one of the best in LA. I had to try it. I ordered their turkey and cheddar and my mom ordered the vegetarian mozzarella sandwich. My sandwich was good. I could tell the bread was fresh baked and had a bunch of flavor. The vegetarian was the star for me. The fresh mozzarella paired with all the fresh veggies were amazing. I understand why The NY Times did an article on it. Definitely stop by and try this place, they're doing it right!
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Julie L.

Yelp
Delicious Tuna salad and chicken salad sandwiches. My friend and I split them and they were amazing! The peppery tuna with peppercini is the bomb! The apple slices on the chicken salad was the perfect touch. Yum!
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Josephine P.

Yelp
Give me bread 'till I'm dead... this place is always amazing with top notch service and delicious lunch options!!
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Doug L.

Yelp
Bar none, the best sandwiches in LA! Excellent home made bread baked fresh daily. My faves- Try the BLT, Turkey Pesto, meatball sandwich and roast beef. You really can't go wrong. Their cookies are also delish. Staff and ambience are super nice and welcoming. Must try!!
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Alex J.

Yelp
This sandwich isn't a big deal. And considering how many people rave about the bread - have you people never had a good focaccia? Focaccia comes in different varieties but this one just isn't it. I ordered the whole Muffuletta for $25. It's filled with Fra'mani Salami Cotto, Mortadella, Pit Smoked Ham, Provolone, Swiss, Castlevetrano Olive Salad, Garlic Mayo Overall, it's not too bad of a price but still pricey. You get a good amount of meat, cheese, and for this sandwich, olive salad. The olive salad and garlic mayo are the highlights. But there's nothing really special about the meats and cheeses because they're served so cold that you feel like you just bite into a block of playdoh. The bread is almost stale, it's dry and just isn't very appealing to the textural components that focaccia is known for.
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Clara L.

Yelp
We were so excited to try this As we are always hunting for good spots In our neighborhood And while the bread was tasty Everything else was pretty basic Nothing really wowed me and the flavors Were not memorable at all
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Katie L.

Yelp
Walked in to this small shop off Montana - very small with little seating, I would plan to take your sandwich to go. It was a Sunday afternoon, but it was pretty crowded. The half sandwich is a good size, as I only needed half of the half for my lunch. I got the grinder and it was full of flavor in every bite. The bread was very crunchy, fresh meats and delicious sauces. I can't wait to come back and try some of the other options on the menu.
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Sara K.

Yelp
Cute little sandwich shop off Montana Ave. Totally worth the hype. The sandwiches are HUGE. I thought it was a little overpriced initially but then realized the half size is basically the size of a regular sandwich! The bread was perfectly crusty but still soft on the inside. Full of fresh ingredients. The turkey pesto and combo grinder were both delicious!
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Ashley W.

Yelp
Bread Head!! I've been meaning to try you and it was quite delicious. I got the 1/2 turkey pesto and my dad got the 1/2 Calabrian turkey. The "1/2" sandwich is a FULL sandwich so don't be fooled! We very much enjoyed both sandwiches - the bread is crispy, ingredients are fresh and definitely have some unique sandwiches with different flavor profiles. I kind of wish they had a few more options like just a prosciutto or salami sandwich but still thought it was an overall great experience. The price is definitely on the higher scale and think it should be no more than $13 since they are many of great gourmet sandwiches in the area that range less than that. Otherwise I would definitely recommend!
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Kevin S.

Yelp
Bruh, the whole is two sandwiches. The whole order *FEELS* pricey but it's actually an insane deal because you get two sandwiches. It's insane. Loved the ciabatta bread and the ingredients were extremely fresh. They also have daily in house brewed unsweetened ice tea that my mom thought was decent. Would highly recommend for any sandwich lover! I got the mozzarella which was delicious with the alfalfa greens. Mom got the roast beef which had a nice fresh horseradish spread. Absolutely delicious!
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Michael J.

Yelp
After reading the rave review in the NYT 's recently about this establishment, I had to visit coming in to LA For Christmas from Brooklyn NY. It's a small place with not much seating so be prepared to hover and grab a stool or table if you can. The line was somewhat long but moved fast. I ordered the Turkey Pesto 1/2 Sandwich and a large lemonade. The 1/2 sandwich is plenty of food and cost me $18 - lemonade was $5 and very good. Unfortunately the focaccia was somewhat stale and hard to bite in to and the turkey was good but dry. I love avocado but it was over powering and just got too messy. I do love the side of zapa hot sauce that was different. Next time I'll get the Chicken salad or roast beef and probably go during a quiet weekday to see if the bread is fresher and out of oven baked well! Until next time ( or not )
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Jessica G.

Yelp
Holy mama, this sandwich spot is my new favorite in Santa Monica. I know everyone raves about bay cities, but I have always found their bread so hard to bite through and all the toppings just get smushed or push aside. BLT is a MUST try! The lettuce was super refreshing and adding a whole different experience for me in a BLT! It was absolutely delicious! Ham and butter is a classic, I definitely would enjoy this if I had a glass a wine and a book. Can't wait to go back and try their other sandwiches!
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Jillian G.

Yelp
Service was fast and they made the sandwiches in record time. The turkey pesto was tasty, but messy. The pesto itself seemed to soak a little into the bread and make the bread greasier. I'd certainly return but would like try a different sandwich the next time!
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Mimi R.

Yelp
The bread is everything!!! So crispy and perfect in every way! I think it's more of a schiaciatta than a focaccia as the latter is usually thicker which I do not like for a sandwich so this bread is perf. If they sold it on its own I would buy and eat so much bread on its own! I came in on a weekend afternoon. Good amount of people in the place. Good amount of seating on the inside. I got my order pretty quickly. There's a small parking lot in the back. I ordered the Calabrian Turkey and the Italian combo. The Calabrian Turkey was phenomenal!! Just has a few simple ingredients but you can taste the quality. What kind of Turkey do they use because it was so flavorful!! This has become one of my all time fave sandwiches!! The Italian sandwich was not my favorite because I didn't like one of the meats used but that's not their fault it's just my personal preference. There was some sort of sweet fennel seed like taste that I am not a fan of. So maybe look at all the ingredients if you're picky like me haha. I must add that I really dig the amount of iceberg lettuce they use. Gives it a good fresh crunch and it's exactly how I make my sandwiches at home! I am excited to go back and try many of the other sandwiches!! Order a half size!! If you order a full one it's two giant pieces.
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Seongsun J.

Yelp
Half sized sandwich is decently sized for one serving. Loved the freshness of the mozzarella and tanginess of the pickled onions paired with the hot sauce. As someone with average spice tolerance, the hot sauce is a must to pair - especially with the mozzarella sandwich! It's more sweet than spicy, and more of a "kick" than hot. Friendly neighborhood and service. The space tends to get crowded since there's not much space and most are waiting to pick up their order. Coming short on full stars for the space and price.
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Niaz K.

Yelp
I was stoked when Bread Head finally opened up on Montana. I am a huge sandwich foodie and this is sandwich heaven. They have daily specials: Cuban Wednesdays, Reuban Thursdays, Sausage Fridays (and some more specials). I have been to bread head twice and let's just say the interior decor and service are top notch! I've tried both the Thursday Special (pastrami) and the Mozzarella and yes they're both good but the Mozzarella is unique and delicious! You can taste all the fresh ingredients and that's what I admired the most about this place. They have great beers, Arnold palmers, apple pie and some additional snacks like pimento cheese dip.
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Sara Z.

Yelp
I've been here a couple times now and while it's good, I would say it's a little overrated. The bread itself is amazing, but I've found most of the sandwiches to be kind of whatever. I've now tried the Calabrian Turkey, Muffaletta, Chicken Salad, Turkey Pesto, and the Mozzarella, with the Mozzarella being my favorite by far. I do appreciate that they have voodoo chips and the Arnold Palmer they have is quite tasty, so those are some major pros. For the crowds this place draws, it's a little on the smaller side and seating can get tight, but the dining area is clean and well serviced. The staff here at Bread Head are truly exceptional. They have always been extremely kind and as quick as they possibly can be. It's very rare you come across a staff that is this good and that seems to genuinely care about their jobs and giving customers a good experience. They all deserve a raise!
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Madison D.

Yelp
After seeing Bread Head pop up on my Instagram for a couple months, I finally drove out to the cute Montana area to pick up lunch for my boyfriend and I. Parking can be hit or miss, I parked down the street to avoid paying the meter. When I arrived around 12:30pm on a Thursday, it was totally packed with a decent line, but they moved through it at a great rate. Man taking my order was patient and helpful in answering my questions. The food came out at a reasonable time to where I knew it was made-to-order, but didn't have me waiting too long despite the lunch rush. Now onto the food.. I ordered the half size of both sandwich, and my photos show HALF of the half size. A half-size order is plenty big for one person! Order a full size if you plan to share 1 sandwich with another person. I added extra Lemon Pine Nut Spread to the Combo Grinder and it made it our favorite sandwich of the day, however the Muffaletta was equally as delicious and flavorful! The most pleasant surprise of the day was the Parmesan peach salad, which comes premade in little containers by the counter. This was SOOO delicious and unique tasting, it is now a must-order if I go! The parmesan tastes ridiculously high-quality, the peaches were perfectly ripe and sweet, and there is a garlic oily sauce, which makes this the most insanely delicious flavor explosion I've had in a while. Cannot wait to come back and try more sandos!!
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Michael C.

Yelp
A friend brought me to Bread Head. I thought it was great! I had the muffaletta (and then a few days later I tried the Italian grinder--that's not the exact name). Both were really delicious. I also got to try my friend's chicken salad sandwich and another friend's ham and butter. All were made with truly the highest quality of ingredients. It definitely made a difference. The meat and cheeses were super flavorful and the lettuce and tomato were really top quality. Most unique was the bread. A kind of crunchy foccaccia, I thought it worked really well and contributed a nice uniqueness to the sandwich. I didn't get to try it yet but the cookies look great. Also, the Zab's hot sauce they have on hand is REALLY good. I will say, I didn'r really need it on my sandwich, but it is really good.
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Rachel C.

Yelp
Truly some of the BEST sandwiches! I ordered the combo grinder and my husband got the tuna. They were both so incredibly delicious! Here's where we screwed up: A HALF SANDWICH IS THE SIZE OF A NORMAL SANDWICH. A WHOLE SANDWICH IS ESSENTIALLY 2 SANDWICHES. We originally thought "wow, this is the most expensive sandwich I've ever gotten." And we're kind of like welp, guess we will have it once and never again. And then when we got our order we understood we accidentally got two gigantic sandwiches lol. We had our other "halves" for dinner the next night and were super glad we had them though! Truly one of the top sandwiches I've ever had and my husband said the same!
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Madeleine G.

Yelp
These sandwiches have ruined my life. Now I am never satisfied with anything else. You're the only thing that could make me go near Montana (you guys and the aero if I'm going to be honest). The staff are also the loveliest, even when the place is absolutely packed. Perfection
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Adam Z.

Yelp
Stopped in randomly today at 5pm before a dinner date at forma down the street. Didn't know any of the back story behind the place being insta famous however stopped in as I'm a deli/sandwich aficionado on both the west coast (California) and Northeast (Boston). I have top 10 lists of best sandwiches and delis that friends and acquaintances usually ask for me weekly. Anyways I saw deli and bread and was ok I need to try this place. It was quiet I was the only customer in at 5pm. Friendly service everyone working said hi. I ordered the Calabrian Turkey as if you can't get a turkey sandwich right I'm not sure you should be selling sandwiches. Anyways my sandwich was ready in like 5 minutes. I eat it on the sidewalk on a bench. First let's talk about portions. I got the half sandwich and I'm a large guy (200lb) and if the half sandwich is what I had then I'm not sure who or what could eat a full size but it's definitely not a single 200lb man. I was most looking forward to the bread as it's in their name unfortunately it was hard and a bit stale. It was like pizza crust which is ok but gets chewy after a while. The turkey was solid and seemed to be nicely sliced fresh turkey meat. The dressing seemed like a simple thousand island dressing. The sandwiches had triple amount of lettuce compared to anything else on it which drowned the other flavors a bit Finally the cheddar cheese was ok but I could have used more as the lettuce drowned it out. Otherwise the sandwich was maybe a 3/5. Nothing amazing, it was ok. Did it make me want to go back? No. Anyways I appreciate another sandwich shop being open and admit maybe the bread was stale because i came at 5pm though if you're open till 7p I expect the bread to be made every 2 hours or so. Maybe I'll try a different sandwiches I'm the future.
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Namsaran K.

Yelp
Pros: friendly counter person (well the one I had today). Place seems to be kept clean and tidy (can't speak for kitchen area in back) Plenty of meter street parking out front. The two sandwiches we had tasted good minus the cost. One of them - the large Tuna sandwich- was $29 (not including swap of cheese mentioned below. Cons: they don't answer the call for to-go orders. If you're one that likes to call in your order on "the go" this is not the place for you. If you want to try their picnic nacho cheese before purchasing - not allowed! They charge to swap out any cheese on the sandwiches ($1.25 for small $2.50 for large!) They charge to add toppings as well. If you're on budget, probably not the best place to go for a good sandwich. But if you don't mind the cost. Worth a try! Gave 4 stars due to the cons mentioned above.
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Brian B.

Yelp
Outstanding sandwich! The focaccia bread was really good. Light but crunchy. I ordered the BLT and added avocado. I thought it was tasty but I was a little disappointed by how little bacon was in it. I would definitely eat here again! Line can get long though so keep that in mind.
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Dana M.

Yelp
My friend mentioned this place to me last week, so I took a peek at the menu online and I've been thinking about this place since! I'm so glad I finally made it today. It's located in Santa Monica, cute little small sandwich shop but very crowded! It's open seating but limited, so grab a seat as soon as you see one available! Parking is terrible (street/meter). I did not see a private lot. Now to the food, delicious!!!! I ordered the daily special which was the Reuben (pastrami and sauerkraut) and I asked for a side of garlic mayo. Chefs kiss! My friend really enjoyed his sandwich as well (combo grinder). The half size portion is enough but the whole size is a lot! So if you want left overs or want to share, definitely order the whole size. The staff were so friendly and attentive. Constantly cleaning tables and asking if you need anything. It was crowded and the orders came out fast and accurate. Might be my new sandwich spot!
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Alyssa C.

Yelp
If you're on that health kick and want a sandwich, the mozzarella sandwich is for you! Fresh mozz, homemade focaccia bread, avocado, and pickled red onions all squished together! Tasty asf and i feel like it's the epitome of an "LA sandwich". Aesthetic, healthy-ish, and "artisanal" haha peep the pic the silly seagulls on the wall too
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Samantha K.

Yelp
I got the mozzarella sandwich (half size) which was $14 I believe. I thought it was good, nice spread and the mozzarella was good, but I think it was a bit pricey especially for a sandwich without meat. My partner got the muffuletta sandwich which was pretty heavy on olives. Overall, good tasting but I think there's sandwiches for similar prices that taste better and have bigger portions.
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Hurnan V.

Yelp
I love bread head. Well, I love bread in general, but this bread is superior. It's fresh, soft, and super flavorful with the fixings. The interior is a bit small with communal tables, so be ready to be cozy with strangers if you're dining in! Free street parking in the neighborhoods, or if you're lucky you can find metered on Montana. The turkey sandwich is my go to. The half sandwich is ginormous, and I usually have enough for a leftover/snack. I suggest ordering ahead for pick up to avoid the lines during rush hour, but it does move quickly. Highly recommend.
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Katie K.

Yelp
This was our first time to Bread Head. We have been so excited because there just aren't very many options for great deli type sandwiches in the area, and I LOVE a good sammy. I dare say, I might even be a sandwich connoisseur. I have to say, the bread was LEGIT. The hype is real. It's the best texture. It has the best chew. It holds up well with all the filling. If you're going to have a sandwich and eat bread, this is the one to have. We got the Tuna sandwich and the Calabrian Turkey. My review of the sandwich is that there isn't a lot of protein to the bread ratio. The price felt a little high for the amount of meat on the sandwich. Also, the tuna had a lot of onions. If you like onions, it's a hit. If you like less of that onion flavor, I would get something else. The full size was too big for one meal. You could definitely do a half, and maybe get extra meat, if that's your style. Our bill came to $50 for two sandwiches, and it was probably something we could have split. The staff was super friendly, and very welcoming. I was really impressed. They seemed very grateful and that was cool. The inside is small, and it gets busy. This is definitely more of a grab and take to the beach or park kind of situation for me. All in all, I am a fan. We will definitely be back in.
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Oliver R.

Yelp
It's chill and laid back, the food is great and the service is feels right. Not many places make their own bread but this place does and it makes a world of difference.
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Alyson D.

Yelp
Overall good sandwich! The filling to bread ratio was *chefs kiss*. People rave about the bread they make because it's a cross between focaccia and ciabatta, and it definitely tasted as good as they say. The fact it didn't cut up the inside of my mouth but also had enough structure to not fall apart in my hands was stellar. The flavors in the Cuban (and generally the sound of rest of the menu too) didn't blow me away, but the bread 100% makes it worth a try!
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Hannah L.

Yelp
Super hyped spot on Montana, which should be a great addition to that wonderful block and community! A few things: We went on a Sunday around 1:30 and it seemed crowded but the line actually moved really quickly! Total plus. Total minus it was actually 85 degrees in there and it's really small and no air flow. Another plus was beer! We got beers while we waited. Our wait wasn't long but there wasn't anywhere to sit. Not a big deal we managed to grab a corner of one of the bar top areas. Sandwiches..... A half sandwich is actually reasonably priced considering it's really a full sandwich. We got a muffuletta and a roast beef. Muffuletta was SO salty and hardly edible. It also came with 1 slice of mortadella and a few shavings of ham. Really thin. Also got a half roast beef which was decidedly better, but still only about 2-3 slices of meat. The bread is thin and looks amazing but it was STALE and tough to eat. Did not taste like it was freshly baked that morning. Judging by the heat in there they were already making tomorrow's batch of bread. The bread is stiff and has no give or flavor. I saw a lot of people getting the turkey pesto which felt like it was more of a bang for your buck Sando at $18 bc of the Avocado. Probably wouldn't got back but maybe it was an off day. Club sauce is good though (for an extra $1.50)
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Katie M.

Yelp
Went for my first time, finally (it's been on my list and I've been curious about the buzz). I arrived at just after 11am and there were already several people waiting. Cute place. I ordered the Turkey Pesto. The sandwich was good. But it was also $32.11 with no tip or drink. I will say It was giant and like 2 sandwiches in one. I ate half and that kept me full for lunch & dinner. To be nit-picky, the avocado was only in the very center of the sandwich, so only a few bites included it. Overall, I enjoyed it. It was good. Would I think about and crave it for days (as has happened before)... no. Will I go back. Yes, I think so, but maybe just a half next time (and they do sell them in half sizes)!
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Nana M.

Yelp
There's a lot of hype about this place so we decided to check it out. Got 3 half sandwiches: Combo grinder, roast beef and mufaletta. Out of all three, the combo grinder is definitely the best but the other two were disappointing. The portions for the size were decent and it all came out pretty quick. As for the taste, the bread was thin and dry. The roast beef had way too much horseradish so that threw me off. The olive salad on mufaletta made the sandwich too salty so keep that in mind. Overall, nothing special but probably won't come again.
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Darlene Y.

Yelp
Breadhead is located in a busy part of town during weekday lunch time. The shop is small and not alot of seating. Some parking behind store. This has been on my radar for a while. I ordered the half Muffaletta, What is with people, do they not shop and realize how much things cost lol. I do not think the price of $14.00 was alot for the quality of meats and cheese on the sandwhich. SUBAWAY is crappy and they are over 10.00 for a sandwich. The swiss cheese on this sandwhich was delicious and my favorite part. The meats were good, the bread I really wanted to like the bread, but it was extra oily to me along with the olive salad. The bad part was the olive pit from the olive salad, in photo 3. It was good not fantastic!