Handsome Dan's
Sandwich shop · Govalle
979 Springdale Rd STE 124, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Highlights
Sandwiches, beer, and retro seating on a patio
Sandwiches, beer, and retro seating on a patio
"Handsome Dan’s bread is a little crustier than the others, which adds some welcome texture and bite to a pretty solid sandwich. The aged provolone provides a kick as well. This is a reliable sandwich that you won’t be disappointed by." - nicolai mccrary
"Here’s a sentence we never thought we’d write: Handsome Dan’s is an East Austin bar inspired by bait-and-tackle shops of rural Texas. It’s located in the same complex as Austin Bouldering Project and Bambino Pizza, with indoor and outdoor seating. There’s both typical and non-alcoholic beer on draft, plus a long menu of sandwiches and grab-and-go bites." - nicolai mccrary, matthew jacobs
"Ready to explore a new sandwich shop? Handsome Dan’s is the bodega sandwich-loving Austinites need, and it opened in February on the Eastside. The cafeteria- and drug store counter-style seating is certainly retro. Josh Hare, the man behind Hops and Grain, has described Handsome Dan’s as a place designed to be just like “your high school football coach” — a stand-up spot that is dependable and delivers. Keeping that in mind, Dan’s serves grab-and-go sandwiches, but diners can stay awhile and devour them in the dining room or out on the patio. Pair your handheld pick with beer, some of which is brewed on site, or Dan’s selection of Rick’s Near Beer, a non-alcoholic option." - Darcie Duttweiler
"Ready to explore a new sandwich shop? Handsome Dan’s is the bodega sandwich-loving Austinites need, and it opened in February on the Eastside. The cafeteria- and drug store counter-style seating is certainly retro. Josh Hare, the man behind Hops and Grain, has described Handsome Dan’s as a place designed to be just like “your high school football coach” — a dependable spot that always delivers. Keeping that in mind, Dan’s serves grab-and-go sandwiches, but diners can stay awhile and devour them in the dining room or out on the patio. Pair your handheld pick with beer, some brewed on site, or Dan’s selection of Rick’s Near Beer, a non-alcoholic option." - Courtney E. Smith
"Handsome Dan’s is loosely themed like a bait-and-tackle shop, in the same way your uncle’s garage is “nautical” because there are fishing rods in the corner and a vintage boat calendar from 1986. A few wall decorations nod to the concept, but mostly this is a nice place to hang out, eat a sandwich, and day-drink on a shaded patio. The menu is short—think cubanos, tuna melts, and italian subs. None of them are worth a pilgrimage across town, but they’re exactly what you want after an afternoon of climbing at Austin Bouldering Project next door, or alongside a few cold beers under the East Side bar’s outdoor fans. photo credit: Nicolai McCrary photo credit: Nicolai McCrary photo credit: Nicolai McCrary Pause Unmute Food Rundown Cubano It’s pressed thin with crispy bread and a generous amount of roast pork, ham, cheese, and mustard. It’s pretty much a textbook cuban, and we’re into it. photo credit: Nicolai McCrary Italian The roll is a little thicker and crustier than other italian subs in town, but the meats are solid and the aged provolone brings just enough bite. A reliable pick. photo credit: Nicolai McCrary" - Nicolai McCrary
