Eastcut Sandwich Bar (Durham)

LOVE Eastcut. Any version of their chicken sandwiches is a MUST. I personally go for the Buff Chick, because the buffalo sauce and ranch combo with their super soft potato roll and their high quality chicken cutlet is 👌🏼 Now the fries can be a hit or miss at times. Today they were unbelievably crunchy. Still good, but more like chips than fries. Give them a try!

If you live in Durham and haven’t eaten here, I may just question your sanity. Easily one of the best sandwich shops I’ve ever visited. If you order any there here at all, please make it the cheese sticks. They will bring a tear to your eye. Perfection in every sense of the word. Great atmosphere as well! My only negative is the instructions to order can be a bit odd. You can order at your table or at the cashier. The QR code at the table takes you to a website to order. I love people too much to not interact with a waiter while ordering, but this could be perfect for an introvert like my 12 yr old. 10/10. Highly recommend.

What a great little find, sandwiches galore with what’s quite possibly the best mango guava passion-fruit lemonade. So good after my meal I walked back to counter to purchase another one and they said, “I could just refill it for you!” Not overconsumption but it’s just so flavorful. My partner who is some sort of a gastrophile, her ability to recognize a good restaurant and great items that tantalize the tastebuds is just uncanny. She choose falafel salad and I had the Mac Steak?, it was hot and good with a side of curly fries. I know they are really good at cold sandwiches but I opted for this. It was so hot and not overly salty nor trying to be a Philly but good in its own right. When we return to Eastcut, I’ll review a cold sandwich. More goodness to come!

Haven’t had anything bad here yet and as a matter of fact I probably think about their cucumber lemonade once a day (please bring that back… the other flavors are great too but the cucumber is elite). Been here many times with many people and everyone always loves their meal. Easy to order - just sit and scan. Best mozz sticks I think ever, by the way. Pricey but big serving size. Just go!

Everything from friendly staff to incredible quality food makes this place my new favorite spot in Durham. The menu is very fun and literally everything I’ve ordered here is fresh and delicious. No weird after taste from the fried food options like a lot of places. It’s very clear they have high standards and for the price, I think they over deliver. Highly recommend the Chipotle Bacon Cheese Burger!

Love Eastcut and their wide variety menu options! My favorite is their Buffalo chicken. It’s delicious! The food is a bit pricey for sandwiches but I have never finished my meal and always split my sandwich into two meals. Highly recommend! Their mozz sticks are also pricey but a non negotiable. So good! We also love their outdoor area.

So the potato salad was good.. great actually. But it was $2.00! It was literally 4 forkfuls. I’m not a big complainer but this is ridiculous. I spoke with the manager who was polite but, said potato salad is expensive. The owners are putting her in a bad spot. Lunch was $18 for a small 5” sandwich, 1 glass of lemonade, and 4 bites of potato salad!

I really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately, it fell short in almost every way. For a restaurant that’s so highly rated in Durham, it’s sad when you can get a better Italian sandwich at a national chain like Jimmy John’s. The sandwich names were fun - but mediocre in every way. Both my partner and I were extremely disappointed with the bread—my sourdough was blatantly not fresh. It was stale around the edges and crusty, while the overall texture was dry. Same for the sesame roll. The sandwiches we ordered were completely lacking in flavor. We had two deli sandwiches and two sides, with water, and our total came to $45. That’s an outrageous price considering it was 2 sandwiches and a side - especially when we didn’t add any extras to the sandwiches themselves. I’m sorry, but that price point for the quality we received is ridiculous. It’s a cute place, but unfortunately, it’s terribly overrated.

This restaurant has it all. Diverse menu, indoor outdoor seating, and the option to order from your table on your phone or at their counter. We ordered sandwhiches and a salad. The salad massive. Highly recommend the chipotle aioli dipping sauce as well.

This past weekend, I visited Eastcut with a few friends, and I appreciated how the place had a cozy yet lively atmosphere, with a great mix of indoor and outdoor seating. The ordering process was modern and convenient, done entirely through a QR code at the table, making the whole experience smooth and efficient. Service was friendly and quick, adding to the overall pleasant vibe of the visit. I decided to try the Blackboard Special of the Day--the Calabrian Burrata Cutlet. The sandwich featured a well-prepared, cripsy chicken cutlet paired with fresh arugula and tomato, and generously topped with creamy burrata. The combination was refreshing and satisfying. However, I was a bit disappointed that the Calabrian chili aioli, which I hoped would add a bold kick, didn't come through as expected. The sandwich was delicious but lacked a certain depth of flavor that I anticipated from the aioli. Despite this minor letdown, Eastcut's inviting ambiance and friendly service make it a place worth revisiting, and I'm eager to explore other offerings from their inventive menu. Next time, I'll opt for a different sandwich to see if it delivers the flavorful punch I'm hoping for!

I really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately, it fell short in almost every way. For a restaurant that's so highly rated in Durham, it's sad when you can get a better Italian sandwich at a national chain like Jimmy John's. The sandwich names were fun - but mediocre in every way. Both my partner and I were extremely disappointed with the bread--my sourdough was blatantly not fresh. It was stale around the edges and crusty, while the overall texture was dry. Same for the sesame roll. The sandwiches we ordered were completely lacking in flavor. We had two deli sandwiches and two sides, with water, and our total came to $45. That's an outrageous price considering it was 2 sandwiches and a side - especially when we didn't add any extras to the sandwiches themselves. I'm sorry, but that price point for the quality we received is ridiculous. It's a cute place, service was nothing spectacular considering we had to clean our table and clear it. I have no clue why this place seems to be so popular. Highly overrated and expensive.

One of my favorite spots in Durham! My team decided to order in from Eastcut for lunch & I was so excited. Got the Calabrian Burrata Cutlet, which is a Blackboard Special, this time. It includes your choice of cutlet (I always get eggplant, would recommend), burrata (so creamy- I think they make it in house but don't quote me on that lol), arugula, tomato, calabrian chili aioli, and basil oil & parm on a sesame round roll. Overall, all the elements went well together & created a good sandwich. But tbh would not recommend take out for Eastcut, because sandwiches will inevitably get soggy, subtracting from the experience. We also got sweet potato tots and curly fries, which were classic & tasty once I air fried them. In the past, I dined in and got the East-Katsu, which includes a cutlet, kimchi slaw, tomato, pickled red onion, cilantro, sweet soy, and spicy mayo on a sesame roll with sweet potato tots. This is a lovely sandwich, and I think it's a great first time option. Service is relatively fast & friendly. Ambiance is nice & casual with both indoor & outdoor seating. 8.5/10 would recommend, but definitely try to go in person!

That one thing! Unfortunately a lot of potentially strong establishments lose ground because they don't let the one thing be the 'one thing'. East Cut is not this place. These gurus are laser focused with staying on track with their mission. I appreciate a restaurant that knows their strength and exercises restraint in attempting to be all things to everyone. Want an excellent, well made, sandwich with exceptional ingredients? Pull up to East Cut.

This place is a decent place to go get sandwiches. I placed a pick up order and the host on the phone was super nice and accommodating. The order was made within 15 minutes and was really hot still when we got home. We came at the recommendation of my friend who liked the balboa cheesesteak. He also said the chicken sandwich was great- like chick fil a "reborn again" and that he wouldn't recommend he gabagool because it tasted like subway. We got 3 balboa beefsteaks. Looking at reviews we asked to get extra american cheese and extra steak to get a nice packed sandwich. This only added about an extra $5 to each sandwich and they definitely did load it. I wasn't the biggest fan of this sandwich. It was missing enough mayo... or seasoning on the steak, or maybe just a whole different bun. I don't know what it was. When I want a cheesesteak I love a good sloppy cheesy seasoned cheesesteak and this wasn't that. This was more of a clean and deli type steak and cheese sandwich. I think the other sandwiches have potential though!

Heard about this place for a little while. Was planning to meet up with friends, so I chose it for a Saturday lunch at 12:15. It was crazy busy, standing room only. I grabbed a table just in time. I suggest avoiding this time by maybe a half an hour. There is ample parking. And a lovely, large covered patio for outdoor dining. Being winter, this wasn't a good option. However, there was a customer dining outdoors with her dog. I do appreciate pet friendly establishments. QR code ordering at the table was fantastic. Best user interface I have seen with every sandwich fully customizable. Great selection. Our lunches came out and looked good - but, they tasted even better! High-quality ingredients. Tasty combinations. Line staff was super friendly and helpful. The manager, Darren of FL, made sure that everyone waiting for a table was greeted warmly then quickly seated. We knew the owners had to be from the Northeast (like we are). They are indeed. A friend ordered a Dagwood turkey sandwich. I was instantly super jealous of her crusty, long roll, and knew I made an error in my order. I ordered the chicken parm on a round roll, which didn't hold up to the marinara as well as I would have liked. I'm ready to modify next order. My other friend had the Boardwalk Empire Italian sandwich like a hoagie on a round roll. She enjoyed it. Their breads are from Union Special bakery in Raleigh. Fantastic quality. I'll be checking them out. I am so impressed with his deli. I can't wait to go back! Thanks, Eastcut!

I love a good sandwich! Especially when the meat is good quality and the bread is toasted just right! This place is incredibly nice and I love how you scan the QR code to access the menu to take your order. They have plenty of seating outside and their menu is amazing! It's such a dope and fun vibe there. They give you a ton of fries so make sure to share them with someone.

1. Service was super quick. Food came out in 10min. Staff was friendly and kind 2. Calabrian Burrata Cutlet was decent--flavors were good but missing that oomf. Feel like they could've added more of the basil oil and parm as well as the chili aioli. Got pretty dry/bland bc the cutlet is thick. Still enjoyable though 3. Spicy Gabagool was pretty good. Not spicy at all. Overall a balanced sandwich and surprisingly very refreshing. It was a fulfilling summer sandwich! 4. Curly fries. Fire 5. Great indoor and outdoor vibes

I went here this past week and I got the blackboard special which was a chicken ceasar diablo. I got it with a drink and the total was nearly $20 including tip. For that price I expect perfection but like someone else was saying..the bread! What a disappointment. It was stale, dry, was taking away from the experience rather than adding to it. If you live in Durham and have been hearing rave reviews from a certain Deli on the other side of town, one major part of their focus is their bread. You're not afraid to charge a serious price so I would expect you focus on your bread that's worth $20 lunch price. The people that work here and the systems in place are flawless. Very kind and ready to help. It's really the food that made me cranky.

After hearing rave reviews about Eastcut, I was excited to finally give it a try. Stepping inside, it was hard to remember when it was Piper's because the decor and even the layout seems super different. We were greeted by a friendly employee who was bussing tables, but after looking at the daily drink specials on the wall, it was not clear to us where the menus were or how to locate them. There wasn't anyone else in line, but the employees behind the bar/register didn't acknowledge us as we looked around for menus. Finally, the same employee who was bussing tables asked us if we needed menus and then pulled them from behind the register to give to us. We would have definitely appreciated them being more easily available. The menu had a lot of great-sounding choices! In the mood for something Italian-esque, I opted for the Spicy Gabagool and then added a side of sweet potato tots. The tots were the real winner and the sandwich was, unfortunately, very underwhelming. Maybe it was the cold (as in, seemed refrigerated) bread, but the sandwich was super dry. If I were to order it again, I'd ask for extra of the house vinaigrette. The option on a round roll was $11.50, which for a good sandwich, is pretty reasonable. However, I have consistently better Italian subs from the Publix deli for much less (and they're foot longs). Maybe I'll give them another shot when the weather warms up and I can enjoy the outdoor beer garden, but for that, I'd definitely try one of the hot sandwiches.

First off the lady behind the counter was amazing, answered all questions honestly, it's rare you get customer service like she provided. My son and I got 2 sandwiches, split a fry, and a root beer each it was about 40 bucks so it's not cheap for sandwiches. That said the ones we got were very good, we went on a Saturday evening and they were out of a few sandwiches and mozzarella sticks so I was disappointed. She let me know the end of their week they fend to run out of sticks early in the day. So plan accordingly but I would definitely come back

I tried this sandwich stop for the first time as I was in the area getting some work done on my car. I ordered the BLT salad with feta, tomato, pumpkin seeds and avocado. The salad was a good size portion and the dressing that I chose was green goddess. I loved the dressing and the lettuce was fresh. The only disappointment was I didn't really get any bacon in the salad. I felt that was the main part of the salad and it was not there. I only asked for no onions. The place is cute and the staff is nice.

I really enjoyed my lunch with a colleague . The salad was yummy, and staff members were very helpful with my friend's food allergies.

Great place for a quick bite. The kimchi Rueben sandwich didn't have kimchi or any pickled flavor to it. It had some spicy Mayo flavor and cabbage pieces. The flavor was very tasty but not what I was expecting. Balboa was also good. The sesame bun was not my favorite. Service was excellent and there was ample seating outdoors.

I came to Eastcut with a friend on a weekday afternoon for lunch. We both ordered a sandwich from the special menu. I don't remember the name, but it was a crispy chicken sandwich with an Ethiopian spicy tomato sauce and caramelized onions. We also got a side of curly fries to share. The sandwich was delicious! The spicy sauce was spicy enough for my nose to start running (I'm weak), but didn't take away from my enjoyment. The sandwich was also quite large so I was super full afterwards. The curly fries were super crispy and delicious! Overall, we had a great time at Eastcut and will definitely return for more curly fries!

I ordered Togo from here but the indoor and outdoor vibe looked chill and relaxing. The staff was super friendly from the moment I walked in. They have numerous sandwich options for the pickiest of eaters like myself. I tried the Jane and my boyfriend loved the Parm. And the curly fries were the perfect side to pair them with. They have plenty of beer options as well but I opted for a mango lemonade which was so good, a little sweet. They rotate their lemonade flavors every so often. I'd most definitely return for a quick lunch or for another to go order.

Talk about a great sandwich! I had never been here before and a friend suggested we eat there. So glad that we did. The bread was super fresh and they use great meats and cheeses. They have a rosemary ham! Super delicious!

I would say this is probably one of the best sandwich shops in the triangle. I got the jet sandwich with the meatless option. It was a great combination of hot buffalo sauce and some quality ingredients for sure. The bun itself was crispy but also soft at the same time. The curly fries I got on the side may be some of the best ones I've had yet. Didn't feel overly greed but just perfect with the amount of seasoning and crisp. The atmosphere here was also great with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. You order at the table using the QR code so makes it super easy. You can also order in person if you would like. The prices were definitely on the higher end but overall still worth it. They have parking lot behind the shop but may fill up fast if it's busy. Definitely will be coming back here to try some of the other sandwiches and drinks. Overall, a great sandwich shop and would recommend checking out!

Ordered three takeout sandwiches for a lunch. Alll were excellent! Ready on time. The 85 character requirement for YELP reviews means this is my last

The Dagwood Turkey was an excellent sandwich and the curly fries were delicious too! We sat outside in the back greenhouse area, and wow was it hot in there! I'm sure it's the perfect outside seating on a cooler day though! There are QR codes at every table, so you can just seat yourself and order on your phone. It seemed pretty busy on a Friday during lunchtime but they were still pretty fast bringing our food out.

I came here on a Friday at lunch time and this place was full! It must be good I said. So I ordered a BLT avocado salad and my friend ordered a chicken sandwich. Both were very good, although I should've added chicken to my salad, as it felt quite bare without a good amount of protein. We also got the sweet potato tots which were great. It's easy to order here on the phone with the QR code at each table, although you can also go to the front and order by reviewing their physical menus. The service here was quite quick and everyone was super nice!

If teleportation was invented, this would probably be the first place that I'd teleport to. Eastcut is one of those places that if you visit from out of town, you dream about it wondering how many miles is acceptable to travel for a sandwich... it's just that good. I love the layout and decor at Eastcut. There's an expansive wrap around porch with lots of covered outside seating, but we opted to sit inside because it's HAWT in the south in June, okay? The aesthetic inside is funky with neon signs and metal wall hangings. It couldn't be any easier to order - you simply scan the QR code at your table to access the menu and place your order and pay right on your phone. We are living in the future, people! They brought our orders out quite fast and the whole experience was seamless. First we wanted to dive into the housemade mozzarella sticks. They pull their mozzarella right there in house so I had high expectations, and there are honestly no words. The most epic cheese pull you've ever seen. Hearty, cheesy, perfectly breaded and fried to perfection. These are the best mozzarella sticks you'll ever have. I don't make the rules. The warm marinara was just perfect, but we got ranch also to mix them together (IYKYK). After much debate, I decided to get the Spicy Gabagool sandwich in the round size. This is their spin on a spicy Italian, which is probably my favorite sandwich. A darn good execution too. That mozzarella I was raving about? They layer that fresh cheese with a solid portion of ham, capicola and salami. Finished with lettuce, spicy mayo, tomato and house vinaigrette. This sandwich is hearty, messy, and indulgent. The bread was perfectly crusty and fresh. The curly fries were crisped to perfection on the side! My friend got the Peruvian cheesesteak and it was amazing too! They add those crispy curly fries ON the sandwich. It's a unique take on a cheesesteak that is totally a win. It's hard to make a classic cheesesteak better, but they're on to something. Do yourself a favor and grab a sub and your new favorite mozzarella sticks!! If you are anywhere in the triangle, this is worth a visit!!!

After seeing this place on Instagram a few times, I went to check it out. It had a nice atmosphere and the food was ok, not great. I got a Philly Cheesesteak that was on a sesame seeded bun and the meat was cut thick. I rather have thick sliced meat. The bread was harder than others I have had at other places. You can order via the QR code on the table at the counter and you get water and other condiments from a station. You also need to bus the table yourself. Overall, for what the cost of the food was and portion size, it was an ok experience.

After deciding to have a "foodie day" with my husband and a friend, the first spot we stopped at was such a cute, niche spot for sandwich lovers! Eastcut Sandwich Bar had some of the most unique sandwiches, shared pates, and sides we've ever seen come out of a sandwich shop. To top it off, all meats roasted, sauces crafted, and mozz pulled in house daily, so our food was as fresh as fresh gets! Pictured are the house made mozz sticks, the Spicy Gabagool (Italian Ham, Hot Capicola, Salami, Housemade Fresh Mozzarella, Spicy Mayo, House Vinaigrette, Sesame Roll), and the Lomo Saltado Cheesesteak (Stir-Fried Steak & Onion, Tomato, Curly Fries, Provolone, Pickled Red Onion, Chipotle Aioli, Sesame Hero Roll) w/ sweet potato tots. The staff was very accommodating when I asked that my sandwich be made toasted even though it is technically a cold cut. It came out just the way I envisioned. They have also adopted the cool method of scanning a QR code and ordering your food via your phone to be delivered right to your table. Talk about being efficient! I told both people I was with if I lived in the area, this would be my go to spot for a sammy. Everything was 10/10 recommend!

Surprisingly great. Went with friends and low expectations as I am not a sandwich guy. I had the falafel salad, substituting chicken cutlet for the falafel, with a side of sweet potato tots. Possibly the best salad I ever had. Tons of flavour, everything was fresh, and the chicken cutlet lived up to expectations (though there was so much flavour probably would have been better off sticking with the falafel). The tots were okay (I avoid white potatoes so was excited to see the sweet potato options) but a little soggy (probably because they were sweet potatoes), I don't think I'd order them again. My friends' sandwiches also looked great.

The food is amazing at this place...we are from out of town and when we are in Durham we always stop to get a sandwich. Today I had the Balbo beefsteak which I have never had before but I was extremely good. For a great sandwich come to Eastcut.

I've been here a few times since the outdoor seating has been fantastic during the pandemic. Unfortunately, the food is not reliably good. Firstly, this is a personal preference but I don't like miracle whip or sweet/tangy mayo substitute spreads. Today on the blt, one slice of bacon was rancid which made the sweet/vinegary mayo-like spread that much worse. I think what really topped it off was the odor of decaying dog feces wafting in throughout our meal. The one win was the fries. Thank goodness for the fries, they saved the meal. Overall, I would never go back if it weren't for the outdoor seating and fries.

This is such a cute sandwich shop that's off the beaten path (meaning not downtown) but it's worth checking out especially if you're a sandwich aficionado. I've had three of their sandwiches and with so much variety, I just scratched the surface. What I find exceptional are the breaded "cutlets" that offer that include chicken, mycoprotein (vegetarian) or eggplant you can select for a number of sandwiches. That and the additional non cutlet vegetarian/vegan options make this place a stand out for plant based eating. You can choose between a sesame roll or hero style bread and they have 10 different specialty sauces/dressings that you can get on the side too to do it up right with your sandwich. Here is what I've tried: Burrata 'Bout It: Choice of Cutlet, Burrata, Mixed Greens, Tomato, Pesto Aioli (nut-free), House Vinaigrette, Sesame Roll: Excellent version of the Caprese style salad. I had it with the eggplant and it was delicious. Feels like dining Al fresco in Tuscany on sunny day! East-Katsu: Choice of Cutlet, Kimchi Slaw, Tomato, Pickled Red Onion, Sweet Soy, Spicy Mayo, Sesame Roll: I had this with the mycoprotein cutlet which turned out to be my favorite of the cutlets because it's so versatile. Another yummy selection which reminded me of the sandwiches or Bahn mi at Na'mean. Fresh light and delicious. The Jaybird: Southern-Fried Chicken Breast, Leaf Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, Duke's Mayo, Potato Roll: This was my least favorite but still very good. I occasionally eat chicken and this was a hefty breast and good all round southern fried checked chicken sandwich but I'd probably stick with plant based for my own taste next time. Very substantial. Would recommend if you want a fresher take on the ubiquitous fried chicken sandwiches out there. The sweet potato fries are very good but they have regular fries as well and all of their dipping sauces are either vegetarian or vegan. Definitely try the Green Goddess and spicy Mayo! Don't forget to check out the blackboard specials for sandwich and beer selections too. I love the QR ordering so you don't have to wait in like and everyone was so nice here! I enjoyed eating inside this adorable sandwich bar but they had an equally inviting outdoor patio with plenty of seating and plenty of parking. They are opening an Eastcut in Raleigh soon too so you're in luck if you live out that way. We need one here in Chapel Hill though, just sayin'. 5/5

Great selection of fresh and flavorful sandwiches. The environment is nice, with a casual interior with plenty of seating and additional seating outside, great for good weather and lunch (although it does get packed around this time). Service was quite friendly and prompt, although prices were in the higher end of reasonable. Only suggestion is that the sandwiches could be stuffed a little more, but I would definitely recommend and will likely return.

Grabbed a sandwich for lunch and it was very good. You can order at the counter or with a QR code at the table. Looks to be a great warm weather hangout with lots of outdoor seating and a nice selection of local beers. Would definitely come back when in the area.

Was really looking forward to my lunch experience here but my cauliflower was so heavily coated in buffalo sauce and overly fried, it was hard to enjoy. My nearly $11 sandwich had minimal ingredients (tomato and bacon??). To say I'm a little bummed is an understatement.

Came here a couple years ago and loved it. I'd definitely like to come back to try other items

The atmosphere is great with indoor and outdoor seating. The staff is friendly and very helpful. I love the menu is also on QR codes at every table. I got the Jaybird (chicken sandwich) which was good as well as the Dragonfruit Lemonade. Will definitely be coming back to Eastcut!

Amazing sandwiches and friendly staff. The place is adorable and good for a quick bite. I got the gabagool which was super filling and fresh. Will be stopping by again if in the area.

As a fan of the Rocky movies and The Sopranos TV show, how can I not like a restaurant that has sandwiches called "Balboa's Beefsteak" and "Spicy Gabagool?" My wife and I both discovered Eastcut Sandwich Bar using Yelp. Specifically, I searched for a takeout place near us. Eastcut offers online ordering which I like because I can pay online and just show up to the restaurant in-person to pick up. It was fast and convenient. I placed my order on a Sunday at 2:30pm and the website (Toast POS platform) said my order would be ready at 2:55pm. I received a phone call from the restaurant at 2:53pm to let me know my order was ready and that they were closing at 3:00pm. At the time of writing this review, Eastcut is open Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-8pm, and Sunday, 11am-3pm. They're closed Monday. I pulled into the lot right at 2:55 and the friendly employee who called me came outside to greet me with my brown bag order. I was in and out in a flash. Here's what I got: Share Plates * Housemade Mozz Sticks ($9) - hand-breaded housemade fresh mozzarella with choice of tomato or ranch dipping sauce (I chose tomato) Classic Sandwiches * Spicy Gabagool (round $8.95, hero $13.95; I chose round) - Italian ham, hot capicola, salami, housemade fresh mozzarella, shredded lettuce, tomato, spicy mayo, house vinaigrette, sesame roll Cutlet Sandwiches * East-Katsu (round $8.25, hero $13.25; I chose round) - crispy chicken or eggplant cutlet (I chose chicken), house kimchi, tomato, pickled red onion, cilantro, sweet soy, spicy mayo, sesame roll Sandwiches from the Flat-Top * Kimchi Reuben ($10.75) - corned beef, Swiss, house kimchi, Russian, rustic sourdough * Balboa's Beefsteak ($12.75) - grilled steak, grilled onion, American cheese, housemade fresh mozzarella, pesto aioli (nut-free), sesame hero roll Sides: * Curly Fries ($3) * Sweet Potato Tots ($3) My wife originally wanted a Brie Bird which was a Blackboard Special, but the restaurant was out of stock. The Brie Bird was made with house-roasted turkey, brie spread, pepper jelly, mixed greens, and tomato, among other ingredients. In general, we thought the food was good. Nothing was disappointing nor underwhelming, except for maybe the East-Katsu for me. My wife and I had different opinions. She preferred the East-Katsu and Spicy Gabagool sandwiches while I preferred the Kimchi Reuben and Balboa's Beefsteak sandwiches (by far). We both enjoyed the Housemade Mozz Sticks as well as the Curly Fries and Sweet Potato Tots. The East-Katsu was a little underwhelming to me because I thought the sandwich, overall, could've been a bit more flavorful; the chicken cutlet in particular. Also, the sandwich didn't travel well for takeout. My drive home from Eastcut was about 10-15 minutes and it was probably another five minutes before I actually unwrapped the sandwich. By that time, the bottom bun was already soaked and soggy. Who knows how long the sandwich had been sitting at the restaurant? I'm sure the East-Katsu is a better experience when eaten at the restaurant as a dine-in item. I noticed how the sandwiches were wrapped differently, both in type of wrapper (foil, paper, wax-lined) and wrapping method (fold, roll, double-wrap), depending on the sandwich. That's a level of attention and detail that I appreciate. You can tell these guys take their sandwiches seriously. I've been on a Sopranos kick this year (yeah, I know, I'm 22 years late) and the Spicy Gabagool immediately stood out to me because of that. Rarely have I seen capicola referred to as gabagool on a restaurant menu (or maybe I just hadn't noticed until recently). I love a good Italian sandwich and Eastcut's Spicy Gabagool was just that. Now I will say it didn't knock my socks off (again, like the East-Katsu, I was hoping for more flavor), but I'd order it again. I wasn't a huge fan of the sesame-seed hamburger-style buns used on the Spicy Gabagool and East-Katsu; just a little too plain and maybe too hard for me. I thought both the Kimchi Reuben and Balboa's Beefsteak were excellent. The Reuben is one of my favorite kinds of sandwiches. I also love kimchi. However, kimchi doesn't always work well when people try to "fuse" it with non-Korean cuisines. Eastcut got it right, in my opinion. The kimchi flavor in their Reuben was subtle, but noticeable. I liked that the kimchi flavor wasn't overpowering which allowed the other flavors of the Reuben to shine through. As far as the Balboa's Beefsteak, it's the best cheesesteak I've had in the Triangle to date. The meat and bread were the best parts, but all the ingredients were great and worked well together. Do yourself a favor and get the Housemade Mozz Sticks. Ours were crispy and terrific. Eastcut opened on July 16, 2018. Its founders are from New Jersey and The Bronx. The restaurant is located in a small freestanding building in an unassuming neighborhood, sort of off the main roads. If you don't see parking up front, there are several more spaces in the back.

I mean, it's not bad. Jersey mikes is actually better in my opinion. VERY expensive. VERY woke. If you know you know.

Positive thoughts: great vibe, sweet potato tots amazing, love the sesame seed buns. Negative thoughts: really expensive for a sandwich. The Dagwood turkey was dry. The chicken parm sandwich was overly acidic and totally bland. How about some more cheese or pepperoni would add some layers of flavor? Really disappointed.

Called in a pickup order for a sandwich and buffalo cauliflower after reading reviews here on YELP. My order was ready when I got there and it was love at first bite for both items. The Buffalo Cauliflower was amazing and so tender. They make their Ranch Dressing too so that is an added bonus but the flavor. Wow! I also ordered the Spicy Gabagool sandwich on the round sesame bun. It was piled up with meat and toppings. The bread was yummy, the meat was yummy, and whatever toppings and sauce are on the sandwich make it a win win sandwich scenario. The place was busy too so I'm not the only who is a satisfied customer.

Overall it was... meh. The food wasn't great but it was okay. It was very overpriced for the quality. My reuben was dry, the cheese sticks were watery, and the tomato sauce tasted old. I also over-tipped on my order because they didn't really "service" us at all. We had to get our own waters and clean our own table. Nice atmosphere. Summary: disappointing and overpriced. Maybe we came on a bad day.

They make some very good sandwich's so far I've tried the eggplant parm chicken cutlet parm and the turkey Ruben sandwich and they were all very good. Looking forward to trying more of their menu items. And they sell a very good chocolate chip cookie..

Came here on a Friday late afternoon. We were only allowed to sit outside due to covid precautions. Although Durham has lifted its mask requirements. Great job for being extra careful. Really wish there was something to cool us down we were eating food in the sun... Kimchi Reuben was definitely a surprise for me it was very flavor and not as sour as just eating kimchi alone. Spicy gabagool was definitely a disappointment. It was the most popular sandwich according Yelp but it was kind bland and not much flavor. Mozzarellas sticks was good very cheesy and heavy. If I were to come back again, I would get the kimchi Reuben again! I really like that this restaurant is by its own with big outdoor dining area. I was debating 3.5 or 4, and I think the environment and location really pushed me to give a 4

The food was delicious.it was a little crowded but the service was still good. and there was a great atmosphere in the restaurant.

Oh my goshhhh...the subs are ah-mazing! I have been on the hunt for an Italian sub in the triangle, and this is the place! Full disclosure - their Italian sub comes with balsamic, but I opted to add mayonnaise because that's how I grew up eating them and like it. To each their own, amiright? The sub was packed with fresh and delicious ingredients, the bread was absolutely the perfect roll in texture and flavor, and I could not get enough of this sandwich! If you like mozzarella sticks (who doesn't?), you must must try these. They are ginormous and ridiculously good. My only disappointment is I don't live closer to go here more often!

Thoroughly enjoyed the eggplant cutlet sandwich with burrata cheese! Appreciate the vegetarian options.

I ordered the eggplant cutlet sandwich with burrata and it was awful. The sandwich was dripping grease and had no flavor other than grease. This is not an exaggeration-- worst sandwich I've had in my life. I should have asked for a refund. One star for Brad Pitt in the bathroom.

Eastcut Sandwich Bar offers phenomenal sandwiches at an affordable price. Ordered the Burrata sandwich for takeout and received it after a quick wait at the bar. Even after the drive home, the sandwich retained its texture and had a great combination of flavor with plenty of burrata. Would happily visit again.

The setting is very cute, great potential. The food however was pretty bad. The bread was super dry and like the rest of the ingredients, lacked any flavor. One of our sandwiches was missing a key ingredient. And what kind of sandwich shop doesn't have mustard? Basically a cute place but the food was overpriced and bland.

In the pantheon of sandwich places this is a solid 2 out of 5 stars. Our group each ordered 3 different 5" round roll sandwiches with a side salad and curly fries, plus drinks. In my opinion it is the bread that makes the sandwich. Unfortunately the 5"sesame rolls were a bit hard and dry, bordering on stale. Sesame rolls tend to be a bit harder/chewier than I like and these did not change my perspective. The side salad and fries received good reviews. For the price ($55 for 3 people), I would be inclined to try a different place.