Devil's Dill Sandwiches SE

Pretty good sandwich. Got the number 3. The kale was nice but I don’t fully think it paired well with the rest of the sandwich. I also got the German potato salad, both the sandwich and potato salad were $17. They have cute little picnic benches outside to eat on!

Had the #5 with The Brian (drink). Was ok but have had better. The kale didn’t go well with the sandwich. Drink was strong.

The best sandwich in Portland I have had (from a native Portlander)! Devil's dill has the perfect ratios, use quality products, and overall seem to care about what they do. IMO bread makes the sandwich, and their bread is the perfect roll. Give it a shot. Seriously.

I’ve actually had this place a few times and I think it’s earned a raving review. Absolutely wonderful sandwich. I prefer the #5 which is the turkey with kale, provolone, red onion, tomato jam, and a delicious herbed aioli. Each layer of flavor compliments the next. The herbed aioli marinates the kale and just makes it a great experience. It’s a generous helping and the prices are fair, in my opinion. HIGHLY recommend!

Updated review July 2024: ** HIGHLY RECOMMENDED** Just absolutely the best sandwiches I've ever had. The pulled pork is a MUST EAT. Turkey is a close second. Ask for their special relish as a side sauce. Doesn't come with it and great add to sandwich. We were first customers of the day when they opened at noon. They got immediately hammered with call in orders all at same time. I honestly think they could benefit from more help and opening a bit earlier...say 11. The gentleman at register was quickly overwhelmed by both calls and servicing in-person customers and for good reason. Best sadwhiches in the northwest! Updated review Aug 2023: Still the best sandwich I've ever had. Prices have gone up a bit but still worth the trip from Olympia, WA. Original review July 2022: Took a day trip down to Portland. While there got a recommendation from a local store owner saying this was one of the best sandwich shops in town. Being skeptical we hesitantly decided to stop by. So glad we did! One of best sandwiches we've had in a long time. The place is not much to look at. Just a hole in a wall along a busy street with many store fronts but man... what an experience! Had the pulled pork sandwich. Ciabatta bun, perfectly toasted. Meat was tender and super flavorful. The BBQ sauces wasn't anything I've tasted before. The slaw also gave a bit of sweet & savory crunch in just the right places. Unique flavor and spot-on for a pulled pork if that's what you are in to. Just a fantastic sandwich overall. Didn't care for the pickles although we could tell they were homemade. Nothing wrong with them, just not our taste in pickles. We asked the gentleman at the counter what his favorite is. Said the #5 followed closely by the #1- pulled pork. Although a bit pricey, still highly recommend this sandwich shop. The To-go menu flyers doesn't reflect their new prices so go by the pic I took of the menu inside the store.

Random sandwich shop pit stop. Hearty sandwiches for big size hunger. Same bread used for all so variance of ingredients is warranted otherwise the flavors all bleed together. Room for improvement all around, but appreciate their heavy use of kale and combos. No restroom, no water station. Counter service and HOT outside patio dining.

I was so excited about this place after my vegan friend told me she breaks her veganism to have the beef sandwich here. Perhaps I came in with too high of expectations but the food was totally average. We ordered the #1 (house smoked 5 spice pulled pork), #4 (red wine braised beef), and #5 (house roasted turkey). Sandwiches looked better than they tasted. They were okay. If I was vegan, this wouldn't turn me. It looks like they do make their own bread which is cool. Tomato jam wasn't balanced. I lived in Germany and grew up on German potato salad... this looked sad, the texture was off, the flavor wasn't it. The prices were solid for nowadays. Service was rough but one guy was cool. Not driving back to Hawthorne for this though.

I got the #5 - which imo is a safe sandwich, out of them all - and when I tell you, it was easily one of the BEST sandwiches I've ever had in my life. I will come back and get this every time I am near Portland/Seattle. Everyone inside was really nice. Outside, they have several mini picnic tables. German potato salad was delicious!

Great sandwiches. I had #4 and the beef was tender and the horseradish sauce was just enough without blowing my socks off. Friendly counter folks. Needs more seating.

I picked up lunch for myself and a couple friends right when they opened at noon. The phone started ringing with more call-in orders immediately, so this seems like a popular spot. I ordered four sandwiches (and only got pics of three). The total came out to ~$50 or ~$12.50 per sandwich. You order at the counter and, while there are two small picnic tables outside, mostly the sandwiches are to go. Overall I thought they were good sandwiches - filling, good flavors, and a variety of options on the menu.

These guys got me thinking about a tuna sandwich... ...and it's mostly because I'm very occasionally unwilling to pay $12 for a bacon & kale sandwich.

Love the sandwich's, and service is very quick even during busy times! Not a perfect score because the cookies did not taste fresh, but still very worth a trip for lunch or dinner.

This was one of the first sandwich shops people told me about when I moved here. One of the best things about them is how late they are open. Some of the best late night munchies for sure! It's a pretty basic counter sandwich shop and I got mine to go. I ordered the No. 7, which is the vegan version of the No. 1. It's seitan with BBQ sauce and the Asian slaw. The flavors on this sandwich make for a nice break from the usual deli options. The bread was good, but not amazing. The sandwich is not huge, but it's priced right. They have a few options for sides with German potato salad seeming to be a staple. Stop by day or night for a reasonably priced sandwich. Service was quick!

Having just finished binge-watching The Bear on Hulu last night, I think I was primed to enjoy this meal more than I otherwise would. But still. It was legit. The vibe is a little run down. Rustic. Local. Hole-in-the-wall. Unpretentious. Not trying to impress. The focus is on the food. The craft. That's the feeling I got. And it's the feeling I want to have. It added to the experience for me. The sandwich was good. Starting with the bread. It was some variant of ciabatta. I'm not culinary enough to really describe why it is good, but it was good. Very soft. Easy to chew. But like, not too soft. A little grainy. You can taste the flower a little bit. Just a little though, not in an offputting way. I liked it. I liked the bread overall. It may seem like not a big deal, but I think it's a huge component of the sandwich. The meat was good too. Not dry. The pieces weren't too big or too small. No chunks of fat that you can't too. A few fattier pieces that melt in your mouth which was awesome. The sauce was pretty good too, although it was a little too sweet for me. And oily. Granted, I asked for the sesame slaw to be left off. I think if it were included it would have been the perfect contrast: a little crunch and acid to cut through the meaty, bready and oily other components. It was also only $13 or so. Nowadays, that's actually a bargain. Especially for a place that is a step or two above in terms of quality and execution. And they're open late. Also hard to find. I'll definitely be back for more.

Really really good sandwich. Tuna is great if you like tuna, they do not skimp at all on the fish. The toppings go really well in the sandwich. The special was really tasty with a pineapple slaw and melted cheese that paired nicely with the porkchop. Good bread also, which can be lacking these days. Coming back whenever I need a good sando.

Not normally a sandwich person, but would definitely come back to this place. I had the Number 5, and the Turkey with the tomato jam and provolone just hit the spot. It had a good ratio of meat to bread. My partner had the Number 2 and the balance between the bacon and kale was perfect. Highly recommend!

The last 3 times I've ordered from here through DoorDash they have ignored the changes I've made to my food (allergies) and I haven't been able to eat it. They even wrote the changes correctly on the paper the sandwich is wrapped in but completely ignored said changes. When I called to say something they very rudely told me there was nothing they could do because it was through a third party. Working late night at a bar up the street we used to order from here least once a week but I will NEVER get food from here again and will be telling all my industry people in the Hawthorne area to stay away. It's not that hard.... just DO YOUR JOB

Good fresh sandwiches upon delivery. Hearty portions and very flavorful aiolis. Delivery was slow ( grub hub).

I was craving a sandwich so I decided to go to Devils dill sandwiches because of the cute name and I'm glad I stopped in. the people working there were really nice and the gentleman at the front desk recommended sandwich number three because I said I wanted a cold sandwich. really fast and friendly service and really delicious sandwich you can go wrong. I also got the German potato salad, which is more on the vinegar side, which I highly recommend!

Sandwich #1 (pulled pork) was delicious. Great BBQ flavor and such nice buttery bread. Good enough to be eagerly anticipating a return to the area so I can enjoy another one

Beautiful sandwiches, wonderful sandwich-makers! The home-made from-scratch layered concoctions are TREMENDOUS; the service is serious, careful and as quick as possible when business seems overwhelming; and if there's a problem with an order, they make it right. Feels like a labor of love -- they take sandwiches seriously.

Mind. Blown. Who would have thought a small local sandwich shop could be SO GOOD!! The No. 1 was amazing, the No. 5 was delicious and the German potato salad was so German. Order something you fancy. It won't be disappointed.

Came here for a late night munch. The sandwich was alright. I can't remember what I got but it was good for the price. The service was also good. Small shop but there are outside seatings.

Today's special, Pork & kimchi, might be the best sandwich I've had in my life. We live nearby and visit often. Many go-to choices on the menu. I dabble off script with the special here and there and today was incredible.

Give this unassuming sandwich shop a chance! I've been eyeing them for a little bit now and finally decided to visit. I was not disappointed! Highly recommend if you're looking for a quick bite. I love Italian subs and decided to order Sandwich No. 3, which comes with Salami, Mortadella, Provolone, Kale, Red Onion, Cherry Pepper Relish, and Balsamic Aioli. Every bite was delicious- I really enjoyed the unique flavors their seasoned kale, cherry pepper relish, and aioli brought to a classic sandwich. It made for a bright and tasty dinner. The German potato salad, on the other hand, was too mashed and soft for my liking. But I can't wait to return to try other sandwiches!

Delicious sandwiches and open late. Be prepared to take out, no real seating for eating in. I need to go more often!!

Delicious... everytime! Bread has that perfect chew, every ingredient is fresh! Can't not order the BKAT. THANK YOU, Devil's Dill

unexpectedly delicious sandwiches that hit on all the flavor places. we didn't expect much based on the location, but it turned out to be a great location. Fun kicked back chill and the sandwiches were fantastic.

Not the most approachable staff and definitely don't go next door to eat at bar (hags) but the food is off the charts

I am always on the lookout for a good sandwich shop. A while ago, I stumbled across this place on Yelp and thought I would give it a try. I have returned a few times and never been disappointed. My favorites are the #3 with Italian meats and the #4 which has braised beef. Very nice bread. Good quality ingredients.

Yo this place is soooooo good. Not a cheap sandwich but they use high end ingredients. Get #5 trust me :)

Really good. Super soft bread and fresh ingredients! Loved it. It was exactly what I needed

I was in the neighborhood for a meeting and this sandwich shop was highly recommend. Whenever I go to a new place to eat, I always ask questions. My questions were answered but the guy taking my ordered was a little annoyed. (I'm sorry.) The sandwich I had was the salami, mortadella, provolone, kale, red onion, cherry pepper relish and balsamic aioli. It was good but I don't think I will be going back. That neighbor is just a little different, if you know you know. RIP Mulugeta Seraw

Heard about this place through word of mouth + Tiktok and decided to check it out. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich (#1) to-go. Was quoted 10 mins online and food was ready upon arrival. They were able to keep the sandwich warm until I got there. Staff was friendly + professional. Really enjoyed the sandwich and will be back to try Sandwich No. 4 & No. 5!

Spectacular sandwich's. It's a hit of a wait sometimes but well worth it. Kinda reminds me of a local sandwich shop.

Sandwich number 9 is absolutely disgusting, cold asparagus and soggy bread. Don't waste your money. I had to spit mine up after eatting half of one sandwich because I was about to puke.

So dang yummy. I went in for a GF sandwich - kitchen was mindful and the GF bread was delicious!

Was looking for a local sandwich shop during my short stay in PDX and this one checked all the boxes for me. Good artisan bread, small menu with great local options, and just enough sides to pair with like chips, pickles, or potato salad. Wife and I got the #1 and #4. Both are meat sandwiches and one was BBQ. The sauce was great. Not spicy, but had a good tang. Potato salad was good for me, wife thought it was too mustardy.

I really wanted to like Devils Dill but after two trips it just hasn't lived up to the hype for me. I have the same complaint about both sandwiches I got (#3 and #5) which is that they were too salty and too saucy. It's insane I find myself writing this because a) I love salt and b) my normal complaint with subs is that they are too dry. Never thought I'd see the day where I encountered too much salt and sauce! With these sandwiches, the too much sauce comes into play due to the kale. The kale is downright doused in some kind of white sauce (maybe aioli) and then on top of that there is more aioli on the sub itself. It's really overpowering and ends up being about all I could taste. I'm also not a big ciabatta fan as I find it too dry and chewy but now I admit I'm just being cranky. Devil's Dill -- while it's not for me, it may be for you. Give them a try and make up your own mind. PS -- definitely go to No Fun Bar next door... that place is great!

Used ubereats for 2 sandos. They both were nicely made, but just not special...The pork sando was delicious.

I have never had potato salad taste like how my Oma makes it until I came here. The German potato salad is worth the trip alone. Fresh and flavorful sandwiches round out this great stop. Quick service and seats outside to enjoy your feast! A must stop sandwich spot!

Excellent. I don't like kale. Call me crazy. I know I don't fit in with Portland. The guy at the counter convinced me to try a turkey sandwich which included kale. He said their kale was different. I'm not sure how that could be, but with his insisting on it (in a very not pushy way, just convincing) I tried it. It was excellent. I'm still not a kale lover. But I'll eat it on my sandwiches there now... Which means I can ever do occasionally reap the health benefits of a superfood I'd otherwise avoid entirely. Aside from the kale the overall sandwich was also great. They use high quality ingredients. Have some outdoor seating. And have friendly staff. I highly recommend.

They make a great sandwich. A solid find on the east side. I'm all about that sauce and the ingredients are fresh.

Fresh and quality ingredients. Thoroughly enjoyed the sandwiches! The regular was a bigger size than we expected but you can never complain about that.

Quality sandwiches that taste great. Usually prefer to Lardo. The only thing missing is a chill place to sit.

No idea why I waited so long to try this place. The vegan sandwich with the house made seitan chili bbq sauce and slaw was absolutely delicious. Super friendly staff. Go!

The food was SO GOOD, the staff were friendly and the service was quick, especially for a fresh made place. I'd go again in a heartbeat

Their sandwiches are perfect to grab and take to your next destination. Spring is quickly approaching, so I brought my Devil's Dill sandwich to the park to make the most of the good weather. It travelled well and was still delicious 30 minutes later, while other sandwiches from elsewhere should be enjoyed right away. The Number 2 sandwich is a great switch up from a classic BLT. The bread soaks up the bacon grease, avocado, tomato jam and aioli without becoming mushy. Kale is lightly sautéed making this sandwich easy to enjoy. The sandwich is big enough to share for a snack or the perfect size for a meal for one. The side salad comes with mixed greens, thinly sliced onions, blue cheese and a white wine Dijon Vinaigrette. Located right off Hawthorne, Devil's Dill is going to be my new go-to sandwich shop.

Incredible sandwiches. I wish I had more say in soup choices, but otherwise I'm addicted.

The Mexican beer braised beef was absolutely delicious and filled with so much flavor! The No.4 was good as well however the horseradish was a bit much - it overpowered the delicious meat.

If you care about customer service, don't come here. But if you care about a really good sandwich, then this should be your first stop. Call it in to-go. No fuss, take your food and leave. The #4 is gas

I love their food, don't order online delivery because it will take FOREVER and god forbid your husband ordered a tuna sandwich because it will be soggy. However if you are picking up your food then this place is delicious. Love their bacon sandwich and the braised beef, my husband likes the meatloaf and the tuna. They always have fun specials and interesting soups that are made in house. I've never gotten a bad sandwich there. Only had a bad experience once and it was some gal irritated that I was asking where my delivery order was. Idk why she had to give me attitude, it had been over an hour and took another half hour after calling to get my delivery. The guys have always been really nice and respectful to me though and I've never had to interacted with the lady since the so idk if she even works there anymore. Her and the delivery times are the only reason it's not a 5 star review

Best sandwiches in Portland! Love the turkey and tomato jam! Nice staff and they give you napkins, a commodity in these times.

First time stopping in while at a show at No Fun and got their daily special which was a play on a Bahn Mi and it was insanely good. So much flavor and bread was perfect. It was little greasy but it made the sandwich. Will be back.

great sandwiches - huge and tasty - excellent side options such as hommeadegerman potato salad and large pickles

Devil's Dill is the only sandwich shop I've been to where the vegetarian option(s) had some thought and creativity put into it. Y'all, I'm so tired of my only option being a basic cheese sandwich with an assortment of veggies. Both #7 and #9 are uniquely superb: #7 is my favorite and my usual order, because it's the "regular meaty sandwich" that I haven't ever really gotten to experience (as a lifelong vegetarian); to me, it tastes like the first day of summer, when everybody is out grilling in the sunshine. #9 is like nothing I've ever tasted before and it kind of blew my ... tastebuds (?) away in the best way when I first tried it. Crunchy asparagus, blue cheese and tomato jam.. like, what?! Who thought of that? So very delicious. The best part is that you can order their food from the very fun 'No Fun Bar' next door. So, whether you're looking for a night out with some friends or are wanting takeout for a cozy night in, you at least know you've got some solid sammich options here.

Super stoked to have found this place! The price, quality, and taste are spot on. First off, the bread used in all sandwiches is great; super crunchy and fresh ciabatta. The Seitan Sandwich (#7) was a very new experience for me. The seitan had a nice texture and the sauce was slightly vinegary forward but it went well with the coleslaw. The Tuna Sandwich (#6) was my favorite out of the two. The tuna filling was super tasty. There was some sort if dressing that paired amazingly with the meaty albacore tuna. I also loved the pickled peppers inside. This maybe my favorite sandwich in Portland yet. Looking forward to try other sandwiches from here.