Perry's Joint

The staff welcomed me the moment I walked through the door. Very friendly and attentive. Jazz music was playing in the background. I ordered the Hip Max on sweet wheat, and man, was it GOOD! I'll definitely go back and try some of the other sandwiches, VERY soon!

This is my favorite restaurant in Pasadena thus far. I have been here twice in the past week and I’ve ordered two different hot dogs- all outstanding. Everything you order tastes and looks like quality cooking and fresh ingredients. My favorite thus far has been the Chicago dog. My boss eats here with me and likes the “Hey Joe!”. He has had it twice thus far and we’ll probably be eating here again real soon. Hope to become regulars.

Great sandwiches and hot dog. Great value for the price! My uncle enjoyed his chili dog a lot. My sandwich was good- I'm not a pickle guy, but their sandwich pickles are fresh and crispy.

One of the best sandwich places with a friendly service and tasty sandwiches! Tried the “Hey Joe” pastrami, roast beef n other goodies there that was so yummy! I highly recommend this place n will be back for more!!!

Visiting from Grand Rapids Michigan, THIS PLACE DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!! First off, the staff was so friendly, always smiling, so down to earth and engaging with enthusiasm, with each patron. I've never witnessed that in any establishment, EVER. When I travel, I love Visiting food establishments and taking photos and write a review. This place just blew my mind. The portions are over abundant, the flavors are impeccable, you can choose any food item and be overly satisfied. The moment you enter Perry's it's a positive game changer. It felt like home. Thank you Perry's staff for setting the bar so high for other food establishments, I will never forget this amazing experience.

I drove all the way here and arrived at 11:30am and was told they’re closed until 12:30pm because they’re catering. They usually open at 11am. Was pretty frustrating. Why do they have to close the whole restaurant to cater? Couldn’t they handle their catering stuff before they opened or while they took care of regular customers? Just very confused and frustrated. The atmosphere looked nice. Not sure about the food because I didn’t get a chance to try it.

We googled best pastrami in Pasadena and this place popped up. We weren't disappointed. It's a bit hidden if you don't know the area. They are located on Lincoln Street and Montana is the nearest cross street. Montana street has good parking spots. The staff greeted us as we entered and were helpful with the menu. He reccomend the Guru, hot pastrami and turkey with all the fixings. Deliciousness. We also ordered nachos with jalapeños. It paired well with the Guru. We finished with a black cherry 🍒 🤪 ice cream scoop.

Went to lunch with my family. Three different sandwiches all top notch. Staff was friendly and made us immediately feel welcome. Indoor seating is limited and on street parking is hit or miss. Wall decor is classic jazz heroes. I will surely be going back but probably for takeout.

Finna see a man about a bird! 10 out of 10 experience! The sandwich was put together very well! Layered by God himself! Each ingredient was stacked generously could tell the sandwich was made with LOVE! Service was exceptional, the confirmed my order like 3 thymes and walked me through the specials. The ambiance is very soulful and soothing and lax the walls are draped with cultural icons and the jazz music makes for a great zen like experience. I got this on a toasted croissant roll! Filled with Turkey, avocado, cheese, mayo and lettuce! God Bless Perry n the fam! I will be making return for that tri-tip Friday special! LOVE!

Delicious, fresh ingredients, and plentiful sandwiches await you at Perry's Joint. Nowhere near where we happen to live, but if ever you're looking for a place to eat a bit removed from the traffic and craziness of Pasadena proper, try Perry's Joint. Parking here can be a bit of a challenge, but it's still doable. My husband ordered (and then devoured) a Pastrami, No Chaser, which had Pastrami, yellow mustard, lettuce, tomato & pickles. He said it was excellent, which was evident by how quickly he ate it. As you can see from the photos, these sandwiches are not small, either. I ordered a Tuna by Starlight, which has tuna salad, mustard, mayo, lettuce & tomato. Bear in mind, the tuna has a slightly sweet aftertaste, which I would normally object to, but I don't know... when mixed with mayo and mustard, it just worked. I gobbled mine up, too, and I rarely eat 2 sandwich halves anymore. Yet, I ate both halves here. I wouldn't say they have an extensive menu, but I will say there's enough to choose from. I think everyone could easily find something to eat. Give them a try... you'll be happy you did !

Perry's J is the best of best when it comes to their selection and sandwiches. The Pastrami chaser (3" inches thick with the pastrami) is to die for . Wait, did I mention the trip tip special sandwich that melts in your mouth. Simply irresistible sandwiches, very reasonably priced and you will not be disappointed. Staff @ Perry's are phenomenal, also.

After reading great reviews, i decided to stop in. The hey joe sandwich tastes exactly how it looks like it will taste. It is hearty, hefty, and filling. The service was friendly and quick. Seating was plentiful. Parking was a little tricky though. Just need to be willing to walk a few mins. My only let down was that the yelp picture and prices are very outdated. The prices now are in the ballpark of nearly double. If they only had a $5.50 pastrami or a $9.75 hey joe sandwich still. It was sticker shock after looking up on yelp and then walking in and ordering. Overall it was pretty good. You have to think of the food less as a cafe and more like a sitdown place. If I went to a restaurant and a waiter gave me a menu with a $15.99 hey joe sandwich, it would feel about right. The price, portions, & quality would match. I had different expectations, especially after looking at outdated yelp prices

Place is Fire. I tried the Hip Joint Sandwich which was good. Stopped here for the first time with my lunch crew. We stopped in for some sandwiches, and they were delicious. Nice Pasadena place with the best. Nice people working here, and cool vibe in a good part of town. This will be our go to place in Pasadena.

I can't say enough about Perry's Joint on Lincoln Ave. The staff is young and polite and inviting. They were so pleasant over the phone when taking my order and I was greeted by a staff member as soon as I walked in. I'm embarrassed to say that we've lived in Pas for 5 years and this was our first time visiting the Pasadena staple that is Perry's. Big mistake, we should have been coming here weekly. Their sandwiches are on point and the staff is just sweet as can be. These sandwiches are HUGE! They also offer a large variety of chips and other menu items as well. We will def be returning.

I tore into my Tuna Simone right when they gave it to me! Albacore tuna with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, melted cheddar cheese, purple onion slices...People- I'm more serious than a heart attack about this AMAZING sandwich shop! The food is DELICIOUS! The Hey Joe and Pastrami as and all their sandwich's are FLY sky- high - so BE hungry. TRUST me when I tell you I was grateful to only wait 10 minutes. This place gets rushed during all expected times but they have plenty of employees keeping the orders coming out while you wait on a lovely patio on in the main restaurant -almost hidden mind you- off Lincoln Ave. Delicious real ice cream shakes (I haven't asked if they have malt powder to add) with multiple flavor choices. The sides with the amazing sandwich's are Dirty's Potato Chip Bramd (super yummy.) Beautifully Black owned and better than the chain Delis, Perry's Joint is a favorite of our Warner Brothers Crew too. Customer service? Exceptional. Highly recommended. I need to cuddle up and nap now for an hour!! Open every day except Sunday .

3/18/24 So was told about this place from Some friends and gave it try . Cool little spot with indoor and outdoor seating . Service was great very friendly. Ordered The Hip Max Sandwich. It consisted of Roast beef, turkey, mustard, mayo, lettuce, tomato, red onions, avocado & cheese. As seen in pic it was a large sandwich that easily could be shared.. As per sandwich it was good im not a huge wheat bread guy so I feel a French roll or Sourdough would be great , they just were out of everything else. But all in all was still Good and filling . Would definitely come back . They have a location in Sierra Madre as well . Give it a try . Enjoy !!!!

Overstuffed sandwiches are found here. Be sure to get a fork if you get something like egg salad or tuna cuz these will ooze from the sides of the bread and you will want to scoop up all that goodness that overflowed. Great selection of bread and fillings. Save room for ice cream too.

WOW this place will knock your socks off. Not only were we greeted by Perry himself (Pasadena royalty) the atmosphere is so warm and inviting. We ordered the guru, the big band, and a New York dog. 1. I think they make their own sauerkraut! The hotdog had a great snap and an incredible bun. 2. The guru was on sourdough and my goodness it was so tasty. Hot Pastrami and turkey is an amazing combo! 3. The big band on sweet wheat as Perry suggested was the home run. Pastrami roast beef and turkey piled high. W O W 10/10 Topped it off with an Arnold Palmer and this experience was for the books! We will be back FORSURE.

Love it! Very heavy meal. Everything is good, haven't had a bad meal yet and I think we have tried almost everything on their menu. A little pricey. Squaw bread is the best. I wish this place wasn't so far, but definitely worth the drive.

OH MY YES!!!! great familial hospitality and remarkable options! feeling hot dogs, hand scooped ice cream, nachos or just a great sandwich? perry's has got your back! my coworkers would rave about this restaurant and giving it a try was a massive pleasure. the sandwich was fresh and delicious, ummm YES!! the service was amazing, i had some questions on the menu and they completely had no issue taking their time with me. also getting to see the famous perry was a huge plus:) also i didn't know until recently they have great status in the local community. the restaurant runs fundraisers for high schoolers in the area to provide them scholarships! that's a business i love to support. perry's joint excels in all aspects of food service, quality food, amazing service and superb community engagement. i completely recommend stopping in and giving their eclectic menu a try!

Well worth the hype - these aren't sandwiches, these are literal pieces of culinary art. The smoothies are fantastic as well. Next time, I will save some room for ice cream.

Great energy and vibe to this place. Hard time deciding on my first bite as a PJ virgin. Ordered the Hey Joe. Insanely good. The hot link takes the meat heavy Dagwood up a notch, if that's even possible. It's like a salt pork bomb in your mouth. Granted! Could not splurge on this too often but there are many more healthy options. Incredibly friendly service and meticulously crafted sandwiches. It's the real deal.

Such a sweet little sandwich shop with the best service! My friends and I stopped by on a weekday and had no wait. We ordered the Tuna by Starlight (tuna salad sandwich), Tuna Simone (tuna melt), and Chicken Mingus (chicken salad sandwich). Per our sweet server's recommendation, I got the dark sweet wheat bread-- SOO good! The Tuna Simone melted in my mouth (had a fire cheese pull) and was the perfect temperature. Bread was so soft and made every bite just as good as the last. Chicken Mingus and Tuna By Starlight are cold sandwiches but just as tasty. Portions are also large; I finished half and saved the other half for snacking later. The shop itself is small but there are plenty of seats (mostly tables for two). If you aren't able to find seating inside, there are a couple of tables outside and a few more seating areas a few blocks down. Will definitely be coming back here to try more sandwiches!

I've been living in Pasadena since 2011 and somehow never knew about Perry's Joint... literally a few blocks away from me. That's one thing that truly surprised me. The fact that it's so hidden it's not wonder it remained a total mystery for so long. I'm glad I finally found out, feel like a true local now. 99% of the sandwich places I've been I ask "hey do you have gluten free? Can you do a lettuce wrap?" And they go "uhhhh no sorry" ...at Perry's they said absolutely and made me the best lettuce wrap I've ever had. EVER. And that was just one sandwich on the menu, there are so many amazing things I can't wait to try!

A perfect five stars on Yelp? Let me try it. A client of mine raved about Perry's Joint sandwiches after I asked him if he has tried the famous Roma Market sandwich nearby with a line that snakes around the store. He told me that he is loyal to Perry's Joint only and recommended I try it. I was in the Altadena area and decided to finally give their "real sandwiches" a try. Perry's Joint is a locally owned neighborhood sandwich shop. The theme of the sandwich shop is jazz. After looking through the menu, there didn't seem to be anything unusual about the menu. It's your average sandwich that you definitely can make at home. If you're too lazy to make a sandwich at home, this would be the place to support a local sandwich shop instead of a corporate behemoth like a Subway or Jersey Mike's. The sandwich is piled high and made with care. The sandwiches are around $15 including the tip they ask you for. I normally would never pay that much for a sandwich. If not for the recommendation of my client, I wouldn't try it. The most popular sandwich? The tuna seems to be a favorite since they ran out. I settled for the next best thing -- a warm pastrami sandwich with bacon. It's a solid and tasty sandwich. A sandwich I would not drive out of my way for, but wouldn't mind stopping by if I was in the area again and wanted to support a locally owned black-owned business. They also serve hot dogs and Thrifty ice cream. You can also get a banana split made with Thrifty ice cream. It doesn't seem like anything is housemade as what seems popular these days at the more "hipster" cheffy modern sandwich shops appealing to a younger food obsessive demographic.

I heard about Perry's Joint through a friend, and after looking through the menu and photos of the food, I was excited to try it. I brought my parents, and they looked forward to trying the sandwiches. My mom and I split the Hip Bird, and my dad ordered the Pastrami No Chaser on rye bread. His sandwich had pastrami, mustard, lettuce, pickles, and tomato. We also ordered sodas and two bags of lays. The sandwiches were delicious and filling! The employees are kind and welcoming. The service was excellent. Overall, we had a great experience, and we will be returning.

We ordered the most amazing sandwiches my organization has had hands down. From how easy it was to order to their flexibility when we had to order more boxes. Great food and great service make Perry's Joint an awesome find! Can't wait to eat again.

We celebrate Holi Festival. We use organic colors to paint faces and clothes. Lots of fun!

Saw Perry's on a list of best sandwiches in the U.S., so I had to try it out myself. Parking is street out in front, and there's also a really small lot next to it that fits maybe 4 cars or so. Inside is clean, organized with lots of seating both in and outside. Has a really nice, mom-and-pop feel that is definitely welcoming. Menu has both sandwiches and hot dogs, along with smoothies and milk shakes. No fries or fountain drinks. Ordered the famous "Hey Joe" sandwich on sourdough (you can pick your type of bread). It has hot links, roast beef and pastrami, topped with cheese and peppers all sandwiched together. It's a good sandwich for sure. Very filling. Spectacular? Not sure about that, but definitely a good sandwich. All the meat tasted fresh and was of high quality. Overall, I'd definitely come back to try the other sandwiches and maybe a smoothie.

Perry's Joint is definitely special. It feels family, community and all around very warm. The building is full of good people that you want to get to know and to hear their stories. We enjoyed sandwiches after our hike and we were floored by the portions. I had to unhinge my jaw to take my first bite! I also had to save half the sandwich to finish later, they were so large. It was our lucky day because the Hey Joe was available on a Saturday. Usually it's limited. Though, the prices on yelp are wrong. These sandwiches hover around $15. The Hey Joe had all the meats that I wanted (Hot roast beef, pastrami), but the hot link took over the flavor. It was better when I enjoyed the link separately. Would also love more sauce to bring it together. The mustard and mayo wasn't sufficient. The sandwich relied on the flavor of the meat, but for me, a special sauce to bring it together would really complete the meal. The nachos they serve are movie theater style nachos, which I love. Nostalgic round corn chips and bright yellow cheese. Definitely something fun to share.

I had a take out a while back to see what the line was all about. Parking was a disaster!! You can't park behind their building and street parking is limited. I was stressed out the entire time I was waiting in line. At one point, I had the guy save my spot to make sure my car wasn't towed. Try to go before the high schoolers get out, it gets busy then!! The people working are friendly and extremely busy. I had the pastrami with Arnold palmer. Both were good. I forgot to take a pic. But I haven't been back because of the parking situation but probably have to for the pic of what I had. Lol

Perry's is known for its freshly made and customizable sandwiches. Customers appreciate the quality of ingredients and the option to tailor their sandwiches to personal preferences. The staff is so warm and kind definitely gives a down south vibe. I recommend calling ahead to order as it can take about 20 mins or longer to get your order pending how many items your order -- yet absolutely worth the wait. So happy to see they are opening more locations in the Pasadena area.

What you see is what you get. No gimmicks; no tricks. I got the Hip Max; it was great. I want to come back and get the Hip Bird. Pictures of the tuna, and the tuna melt look good too. Also, the tri-tip. I got no complaints. They play jazz

I always grab my lunch from Perry's whenever I have an appointment at the nearby hair salon that is just a few steps away! The Tuna Simone has me in a chokehold. It's the perfect tuna melt with fresh and crispy vegetables and ingredients. Friendly customer service as well. Everything is priced fairly. They do get pretty busy at lunchtime and don't always answer the phone, but that's to be expected with a neighborhood deli that has a lunch rush hour.

I had been told about this sandwich shop over 12 years ago but never made it in until today. I got a roast beef sandwich on rye and it was excellent. It's a big sandwich, I could only eat half of it. I'm saving the rest for later. My wife got the chicken salad on Squaw bread and she loved it. The people were very nice. I highly recommend this place.

Rated by many with 5 Stars for good reason. Priced reasonable for these very filling sandwiches. I had the Hey Joe , picture below, and it was outstanding. My sister went the conservative route with their Turkey Avocado.

Great sandwiches, prices, atmosphere, and staff. Big Band with roast beef, turkey, and pastrami on toasted squaw.

If you are near this place, drive here, order "Hey Joe", feel lucky, because you are about to have your mind blown.

Always so satisfied with the service and food quality here. My go to smoothie is the Greens Drink & Tuna Simone. Every single team member here is welcoming, kind, and patient. Ambiance is very calming & welcoming. My go to stop anytime I'm in town.

Tried to come here 3 times before I FINALLY made it. This is a super cool spot! Just a liiitle bit pricey, but when you get good quality I'm happy to pay! I will forsure be back whenever I'm in Pasadena. Hopefully I can dine in next time. Great job everyone, and thank you for being a trustworthy and consistent business.

A snack shop would be how I describe Perry's Joint. Good sandwiches! Available are also Hot-Dogs, Nachos, Ice-Cream, Smoothies, Shakes, Coffee, Sodas. Snack shop right? People come here for mostly for the sandwiches; and to hang out. It's a welcoming environment. They have a new second location in Sierra Madre as well. Perry (owner) is behind the counter making sandwiches and greeting regulars as they walk in. Walk up to the counter place your order then wait. Nice Jazz music is playing in the background while you wait for your order. Seems like a busy spot loved by locals. *Parking is street only and not the best.

Great service, friendly people, freshly made sandwiches on the spot after you place the order. Can take longer to get your food if there's a line but you know you're in good hands getting freshly made sandwiches. Would definitely go often if I'm close by the area.

Great local spot just next to the urgent care so when you finish up with your vaccine or check up you can celebrate with a turkey on sourdough. Fun vibe and welcoming staff. They even have jazz playing to keep the chill flowing. I'll be back!

The food is delicious. The music feels just right. You can't go wrong with jazz. We come back for sure.

Perry's sandwiches are always fresh and tasty. My go to Sammy is Tuna Simone. Give it a try when you can.

Came back here for lunch with my fiancé. We had a mad craving for their sandwiches a couple weeks ago but they were closed, so we're happy they're back open after the holidays! We ordered the Big Ben, Tuna Simone (still my absolute favorite!), chili cheese nachos and the sherbet freeze. Service and quality of their food is still on point! Thanks Perry's Joint for always keeping my stomach happy and satisfied.

I really wanted to give them 5 stars because their food is amazing!!! But sadly, my order of 5 items was not met correctly when I specified leaving out certain toppings and the person on the phone even repeated it. I arrived to struggle with parking (not allowed to park in the lot right behind or you will be towed. So gotta find street parking! There is a beautiful mural right across from the building. There are lots of outdoor seating and other areas inside to sit and dine. Loved the jazz music playing. There was a long line (which validated even more how good this place is) and lots of hard working employees! The guy who helped me was not the same who took my order so I wonder if that contributed to specifics being left out. I had also requested a Perry's Punch and Jalapeno chips and he would have forgotten that if I didn't speak up (the owner remembered the chips). My friend tipped me off that Thursdays and Fridays they have a tri tip sandwich special *cue drooling* I ordered the Hey Joe and it was amazing. It was also my first time trying Squaw bread and I am super impressed with how sweet and delicious and soft it is!!!! Would definitely come back! I also want to try their ice cream. And sit inside to listen to jazz :0)

Perry's Joint is absolutely phenomenal. "How good can sandwich get?" Well you really just have to try for yourself. My friend got the egg salad sandwich and I got the hey joe which is a hot sandwich loaded with pastrami, roast beef, and hot link. I love bringing a friend, that way we can split halfsies and try both!! The egg salad sandwich is as classic as it gets, the egg salad itself is incredibly creamy, delicious, and we'll-balanced with all the fresh veggies. The hot Joe came out steaaamming and loaded in all its glory. The hot link is such a perfect addition. I'm drooling as I'm recalling my experience and writing this. They also have milkshake, smoothies, hot dogs, nachos, and more... like what?! Not only is the food amazing, the staff is so attentive and friendly. I was able to have a quick chat with Perry, the owner, and his love for the food and kindness is infectious!

Always a hit! Hip bird is my go to and it never fails. Sandwiches are made to order and are piled high with meats. Haven't tried the ice cream but every time I go someone is ordering a shake or float. Make sure you go when you have time to wait, since the wait time can sometimes be long due to long line of customers. I guess that's what happens when you have a great product. Peaking can also be hard to come by since the clinic in the back has crazy security . The shop is always clean and inviting. Check it out next time you're in the area.

First of all shoutout to the hospitality of the cashier. Good vibes here for sure! I didn't rate it 5 stars due to lack of parking. Tuna Simone was delicious on squaw bread. Hey Joey is as good as it looks but I would get it without the hotdog inside next time cuz it's just too much. Freshness of ingredients are definitely tasted. Too bad they are relatively far otherwise a trip sooner would have been good.

Best sandwiches I've had in the SGV! Loved the Hey Joe! Don't know which meat to get. In this sandwich. You get them all, and all are delish! My wife had the Max Roach and loved it! Black-owned and operated with a great vibe and super friendly staff. Not the fastest service but not slow, and that's because they do it right.

I'd rate this place a 4.8/5 stars. The sandwiches are super solid and at only $12.50, it's a fantastic steal. I love Jersey Mikes but this is on a much better level at cheaper the cost. I bought the Egg from Ipanema sandwich and it's totally worth $12.50. The bread is fresh and is very on point with its texture and taste. I got the sourdough bread, and it has that great texture of not being too soft with the right amount of chew that really brings out the best in the sandwich. All the vegetables on the sandwich were of the highest freshness with their crisp and vibrant texture/ taste. People forget that fresh green lettuce actually has a nice texture and light refreshing taste since we're so used to frozen, weeks old iceberg lettuce in takeout. The egg mixture was really good too with a robust richness and tang; however, it was pretty messy and did fall apart so I would have to deduct some from the score. A sandwich in general shouldn't require multiple napkins to wipe the excess sauce and egg mixture that was falling apart all over my finge. That was definitely the worst part about the sandwich. But still, my fatass found it to be finger licking good. The staff were really nice and cordial as well. Would highly recommend.

This is more than just a business to many people in Pasadena, and it's hard not to see why if you've ever tried their shakes and pastrami! They clearly pour their hearts out and all over everything they produce, because whenever I even mention Perry's to anyone who lives or works within a three mile radius, a certain gleam lights up their eyes and the corners of their mouths!

Service was great! In all honesty, I would give this about 3.75 stars if I could. Ordered two sands - one Turkey, and one chicken salad. Everything was very fresh and tasted good, if maybe just a little bit bland. I know food costs are crazy for everyone these days, but even with that, $25 for two sandwiches seems awfully steep.

The sandwiches are to die for, the pastrami is a must. Prices are not cheap but there are big portions, excellent quality of products and service is friendly Inside is like an old jazz place , seats a little uncomfortable for a being more than 30min I always come back

Best lunch break spot in town. Sensational sandwiches and consistently great customer service. You won't be disappointed.

Place was closed at 1:30 pm on a Saturday. It said it was open till 3. Not ok. Bunch of people were confused. Not ok