Royal Grinders

I thought this was a good place. The service is really great & we didn’t have to wait too long. The sandwich (Italian) had the perfect vinegar ratio with all the pickled toppings, peppers, and such. I LOVED that it came toasted and was a reasonable size. I feel like a lot of sandwich shops that I’ve been to take 40+ mins, but we got lucky going on a Sunday around 1:30pm. Not too much seating but enough to squeeze 2-3 folks. There’s outdoor seating which is probably better for the warmer weather. But a good vibe all around. Also I might add that - even though the sandwich is a little pricey, it was even in flavor and size and worth the ~$16-$19. I didn’t feel robbed at all.

Absolutely loved the toasted subs. We got the original veggie and it was really yummy. They also have an option for vegan mayo which I really enjoyed. Service staff was very friendly and helpful.

The bread was nice and soft, NOT like trying to chew through leather like other grinders I have had. The meat was scrumptious. Warm melted cheese. Crisp veggies. Nice little cafe area outside to eat and enjoy the weather. Friendly staff. I’m going to insist to my wife that I go with her to her dentist appointments so I can stop in here while she is enjoying herself in the office. 😜 Probably swing by on my way home from work too now that I have found this gem. Maybe add a few more choices to the menu would be my only request.

Small sandwich shop with delicious food. Friendly staff promptly took my order and called me when it was done. Maybe one of the best Italian sandwiches I’ve ever had.

Great sandwiches, and friendly staff. Definitely worth the stop.

Some of the best sandwiches in the city. I have never seen them not busy. You will have to wait 10-15 minutes for your sandwich during peak time because these sandwiches are REGAL and take time to make. They have (canned/bottled) beer available as well. Seating is extremely limited inside, but there's more outdoor seating for when it's nice out. They have wifi available, password is posted near the register. The crew is awesome; very friendly and always seem happy to be feeding the masses, and they always have great tunes playing. I always try to give a little joy back to them by leaving a pun or dad joke at the bottom of our online order, and they always reciprocate :)

Split two sandwiches with my wife here after walking around the Fremont Sunday Market and was not disappointed. The bread was the star of the show on both sandwiches. So fresh, crispy on the outside while warm and soft on the inside, just perfection. We had the teriyaki chicken and the chipotle turkey and bacon with pepper jack cheese and both were delicious. The chipotle was a bit too hot for my wife but it was perfection to me. The patio outside is right next to the Lenin statue so the people watching is excellent. Definitely recommend grabbing a beer while you wait since the sandwiches do take a while to come out, but they’re well worth it!

Really good, warm sandwiches made fresh! The inside is small but it’s a vibe with lots of funny signs up. And the staff is really friendly. You will have to wait for your sandwich, but that’s how you know it’s made fresh! Would definitely come again to try different sandwiches.

Great sandwiches. The bread is plain, but they spruce it up by toasting it with garlic, butter, and making it extra fluffy. I got the chicken pesto grinder, and was able to order pickup too. It's nothing fancy, but the chicken was juicy and there was ample cheese and a decent balance of pesto. I can see why this place is popular and seems to have regulars. It's a great no-frills place, the service is really friendly, and it's super convenient for a quick and filling lunch.

A good local spot for sandwiches for those in Fremont looking for to-go options. Noticed a lot of workers who seemed like regulars eating outside the shop. I've been spoiled with the sandwich scene in St. Louis (think hefty meats), but this is a solid spot! Order: Italian Grinder with extra grinder sauce (14.99) - heard this was the way to go, it's tasty! Heads up, one of those places that's opened only Thurs - Sun, 11-6, better as to-go option

Hands down the best sandwiches & super friendly staff...... 11/10 would recommend! We can't come to Seattle without stopping by RG!

I love the sandwiches at Royal Grinders. They look quite simple but are so tasty. My two go to sandwiches are the Chicken Pesto Grinder and the Italian Grinder. The chicken in the pesto sandwich is very juicy and the pesto tastes super fresh. On the other hand the Italian is drier but it has a lot of flavor from the banana peppers, olives, and the light sauce. On a sunny day I enjoy going to Royal Grinders since most of the available seating is outdoors. To avoid waiting a long time for my food to come out usually place my order over the phone so that it's ready for me when I get to the window.

Had a great lunch. I've never been to this area before. But stopped downtown. Parking was tough. I also got to see the famous Fremont statue in person of Statue of Lenin and was interesting learning about the history. Great location.

We picked up sandwiches from her and took them to Golden Gardens for a beach day. The sandwich itself is very easy to eat and definitely recommend if you were planning on eating at another place since it was not messy at all. I got the original fresh veggie sandwich. I was not expecting too much since I saw it was only veggies, but I was pleasantly surprised. The sauce itself made the sandwich very delicious and surprisingly savory and the pickles added a surprising crunch and worked well with the overall sandwich. Definitely recommend this sandwich.

Some of best subs I've had in recent memory. The Italian is phenomenal, and the veggie was absolutely amazing. The bread they bake/use is supple and so fresh. Will absolutely be coming back here, 10/10 would recommend.

No one would expect to hear this, but Royal Grinders might be one of the best bars in Seattle. Why, you ask? You can get a beer for $2, sit outside, and take in the sights and sounds of Fremont. What's better than that? Now for the food. They have that kind of bread that you want to take a nap inside of. If I need a reliable 8 hours before a big day, I'm grabbing a grinder from RG and using it as a pillow. The outside is criiiiispy, the inside is ultra fluffy, and it's baked with spices inside to take it over the top. Once you've secured bread that is this elite, nothing else matters. You can put funions and tuna (that might actually be good) in between those two clouds and you will get 5 stars from me. But they have a legit lineup of east coast style sandwiches (pastrami, Italian, etc) that have high quality meats and accoutrements. I had the pastrami sandwich and would definitely go back for that again. Would love to try the other menu items though. I also want to go back because I want to be friends with the people that work there. They were incredibly nice to my dog and even gave her ham. They also seem like they would be chill people to hang out with. I'm not sure why people complain about wait times here. Do you not want them to make your sandwich with tender love and care? And saying it's expensive? Have you not eaten anywhere else in Seattle?!

I've picked up sandwiches from Royal Grinders before. The customer service has always been great and accommodating. I ordered two pastrami sandwiches, both with modifications and the employees communicated the changes even at pickup. The sandwiches are huge! You could easily split one between two people. Sandwiches had great flavor. My only comment was that there could have been more pastrami meat in my sandwich

First of all, it smells AMAZING in here!! Jason is so incredibly kind and friendly! Honestly, all the employees were really sweet! We ordered the Chipotle roasted Turkey panini, Italian grinder, and Royal grinder. I ate here with some family. We each got our own sandwiches, so here is a review from each person. Me- *Chipotle roasted Turkey: 5 stars So incredibly delicious! I love sandwiches, like LOVE sandwiches. And I can confidently say that this was the best sandwich I've ever had! So creamy and flavorful!! Fam 1- *Italian grinder: 4.5 stars Really great bread! Wonderful flavorful ingredients! Fam 2- *Royal grinder: 3 stars Wasn't personally a favorite. Great bread and fresh ingredients though! We all had a wonderful experience! Just a warning, the inside is super tiny! Seats exactly 10.

Amazing sammy. A great sammy and kettle cooked chips works like antidepressants and im feeling a lot better.

This place had so many delicious-sounding sandwich options, I was sad I could only try one! The chicken teriyaki sandwich was excellent though and the staff was really friendly about taking our order and answering questions.

Meaty - Customizable - Tasty After some college football we were walking in Fremont and wanted a sandwich, looked at the raving reviews and came here. I get it now....its worth stopping by! Walked in and ordered to go, took about 15 minutes and they have the cheapest beer around. It took us forever to decide on what we wanted because it all sounded so good, but we settled on the Italian and crown grinder. We really enjoyed our sandwiches. Staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful, they talked us through and gave recommendations based on what we liked and helped customize a sandwich to our liking. They will let you make any modifications and switch meats too! Limited seating inside but plenty outside. If you're a sauce person ask for extra.

After having had Royal Grinders "bookmarked" for MANY years, I finally checked it off my "to try" list! I wish I had tried it so much sooner! Came to visit on a Saturday around noon. First impression, tiny little hole in the wall. And IYKYK... most hole in the walls tend to be the best "hidden" gems! I was happy to see a counter facing the street with a couple barstools so we could enjoy our sandwiches fresh and hot from the oven! Very limited seating inside, but tons of (uncovered) seating outside (IF it's a nice day!) While we were there, there was a steady buzz of customers. Most of which seemed to be 'called in' orders, and taken to go. Now let's get into it! I ordered the Chicken Teriyaki sandwich. (I don't do veggies so my sandwich was chicken, Swiss, provolone and sauce only). My husband ordered the Chicken Pesto sandwich. We sat at the bar seating at the window and waited about 10-15 minutes for our sandwiches. They called our name and it was time to feastttt! A good sandwich hinges on the bread! And this bread was to die for! It's fresh, herby .... and that crunch!!! Exactly what I was looking for! The teriyaki sauce, chicken, the oozy cheese and the crunchy bread made for one amazing sandwich!! My husband said his was just as good as I made mine out to be. (I didnt share a bite of mine bc it was too good to give up one bite!) I didn't try his bc it was full of veggies, which is a hard pass for me! But I do love a pesto sandwich! They also make paninis and those look equally delicious!! I'm going to have to come back and try other options! They have a great menu with a variety of sandos! Royal Grinders has a very friendly staff, fast service & AMAZING 'wiches! Don't sleep on this place! It does not disappoint!!!

We had our sandwiches delivered, so don't know what it's like in person. Got a grilled cheese with bacon, tomato, and pepperoncinis added, an Italian grinder, and a veggie sandwich. I forgot to take a photo of the veggie one, I guess, but it was really messy and just ok. The Italian grinder was good, but I think the fave was the grilled cheese. I wish they had jalapeño instead of pepperoncinis, though! The hot sandwiches arrived hot and everything was reasonably priced.

I cannot explain it. I've been coming here for nearly 10 years, and these sandwiches are still the best thing I've ever eaten. You owe it yourself to give these sandwiches a try.

We stumbled across this place while walking around in Fremont and it was a pleasant surprise! These sandwiches were out of this world delicious. The staff was warm, welcoming and friendly. Go grab a grinder if you the chance!!

Great place. When I'm in the mood, they are open (closed M-W which is annoying), and I have enough time to wait, this is my go to for a hot sandwich. They are a bit expensive, but generally worth it for the quality. The courtyard seating is comfortable and charming.

Great bread and sandwich. I had the turkey delivered and the sandwich was still warm. Good size as well. Buy and eat it.

We stopped by Royal Grinders twice on our 3 day visit to Seattle! It's that good! I'd recommend calling ahead to place your order, since the sandwiches generally take about 15 minutes and can be upwards of 20 minutes if they're busy. Our favorites are the Royal grinder and the chipotle turkey and bacon panini. I love all the fresh vegetables and just in general you can tell these are quality ingredients. The sandwiches are quite large, I think it's a good value given the quality and size.

Excellent subs, made correctly and were fresh and delicious!!!! Great price for the sandwiches for what you get and you can't beat the price for the Tim's Cascade Chips and Drinks!

Thank you for the restaurant next door!!! (Sinbad) Initially, our intention was to just have gyro from Sinbad. However, once we walked in into that restaurant, we had a feeling that the food won't be good. So we came to this restaurant and I'm glad we did!!! We ordered a chicken, chipotle, mayo, grilled Panini. The best part is, we can customize as needed. The chicken was good! Overall, it was a pretty decent meal.

Great sandwiches, and they have vegetarian options, which is always a plus! We split the Field Roast Italian Sausage and Seasoned Tofu with Asian Sesame Dressing. Both were great! Will definitely be back.

I really don't want to only give 4 stars because my experience with Royal Grinders was not that bad. For many years I've wanted to get an Italian grinder there. I love Italian sandwiches. All their reviews have been excellent so finally I got the chance to get one from them. They open at 11 and I got there soon after. However they had so many to go orders that it took 30 minutes to get my sandwich. The sandwich was quite good. French bread toasted. Lots of deli meats. Just juicy enough. Somehow it just didn't click. I have eaten Italian sandwiches that were almost magical in enjoyment. This one didn't.

Recommended by the locals and wouldn't have come here otherwise. The decor is deceiving but there is no shortage of patrons at this fine sandwich shop. There is limited seating inside but everyone goes outside by the Lenin statue. The owner delightfully gave me a rundown of their menu, combos, and popular choices. And yes, it's a darn good sandwich when it's hot and the cheese pulls apart perfectly.

The grinders here are a hit. The shop does a great job greeting you when you come in. All the staff is great. The pesto is my favorite but I haven't had a bad sandwich.

Best sandwiches in Seattle. If east coaster you will loveeeeee these sandwiches. Make sure to get the Italian or pastrami

They no longer have a French dip here (which is the main reason we visited) but we were still pleasantly surprised with the Royal and the Pastrami that we got! It takes longer than Subway to prepare but for good reason. You can taste the quality of the ingredients. The bread used in the grinders is SO good. The staff are welcoming and friendly, making sure to explain the menu to you if you're a first timer. There are some bar seats inside but also ample outdoor seats. They sell beer here too.

These sandwiches were bomb! It's a huge sandwich on garlic bread that exploded your mouth with wonderful flavors. Service is great. Place is small but looks like they have cheap beer.

Obsessed with this place. The classic veggie is so damn good, but all their sandwiches are so damn good.

Nice solid sandwich shop with delicious hot grinders. I like the Italian grinder but I had a bite of my friend's chicken pesto grinder and it might have been even better! It's a no frills spot where you'll get exactly what you need, with good service. I wish it were open more than Wed-Sat 11-5!

Take a look at that overpriced subway sandwich. What do you see? Probably a lump of sadness. But for the same if not lesser price, you could go down to Royal Grinders for absolutely nothing less than gold. It meats (ha) all the criteria for a good sandwich place. Hole in the wall? Check. Friendly but not overwhelming staff? Check. The best sandwich I've had to this day, even after working at three different sandwich spots? Check. Even when I was in Boston I couldn't find pastrami like theirs, or in France and better French dip. I would get married here if I could. I got them delivered once and they drew a bunch of cats on my bags. Anytime anyone talks about sandwiches, I have to let them know about this place. Go here and thank me.

PRO TIP: Ask for the Ying Yang sauce! It will not disappoint! Tucked under the shadow of Lenin in Fremont area, Royal Grinders offer great sandwiches served by a hospital and welcoming team. The smell of fresh bread and garlic envelopes you when you walk in. My wife and I ordered: the Chicken Pesto and the Italian. Chicken Pesto: clean sandwich with perfectly cooked chicken. My only qualm was that the pesto flavor was pretty light, but that was easily remedied by the Ying Yang sauce. Italian: really solid sandwich! I usually hate olives, but this sandwich was really good as well. Again, Ying Yang sauce did wonders. If you're looking for a sloppy Joe or something messy, Royal Grinders may not be your cup of tea (which, to me, is 100% fine). But man, if you're looking for an affordable meal that will leave you satisfied and with a food coma, look no further!

**vegetarian review** I went there on a Sunday afternoon when it was quite busy. I got the Field Roast Smoked Tomato and Tempeh Bacon Grinder Vegan with grinder sauce. Like they call out - it was a bit of a wait to get the sandwich. But they have speaker where they announce when the pickup is ready. The sandwich itself was quite big and heavy. I love field roast so that was quite nice! I liked the overall flavor and the bread was nice and crisp. Another pro - this place is both vegan and gluten free friendly!! And it's a strong option for people with dietary restrictions! Definitely recommend but maybe preorder to avoid waiting.

10/10, some of the best sandwiches I've had. Can't go wrong here, everything on the menu is stellar. Very friendly service, everyone makes you feel welcome.

Great sandwiches, great fillings. Best to call ahead and order, sometimes it can take 15-20 minutes to fulfill.

Asian dude in the front was so warm and welcoming, and explained the menus and the popular options. I got the Italian grinder with pastrami instead of ham with the sauce (if you know you know). Amazing service and the venue is just amazing. The Lennon statue in the front with a bunch of seattle lore hanging about, making it an easy place to start a conversation and it's definitely a spot you'll have to visit. Next time I'll get the same thing with jalapeños and the pesto

We were in the area to visit Fremont Troll Park & ate here. The bread was delicious, lightly toasted, which made for the best deli sandwich. Will definitely eat here again!

Super friendly and great food! They asked if we had been before and explained how the menu works. They told us which sandwiches were their best selling. We got the Italian and chicken pesto. Both absolutely delicious! Prices are good for what you're getting. They use a really delicious olive herb bread... I always say the bread is the most important thing about a sandwich. I do believe they sell cider but don't quote on me that. Limited seating inside but there is seating outside. The sandwich was so good I can't even tell you. The chicken pesto was better than the Italian. All their sandwiches come with standard toppings and you can add others of course. It's also topped with their own sauce which is a garlic ranch. They have a whole section for vegetarian sandwiches. Very inclusive! Love this place.

I love this place!! I recommend ordering ahead because good food takes time to make :) the staff is always nice and there's seating outside when the weather cooperates

I LOVE you Royal Grinders! They closed the shop during covid, which was sad. The only thing I wish had changed is the store hours. They close at 5 pm on weekdays but I go to Fremont Brewing after work. It would be wonderful to grab a sandwich and go to the brewery. Oh well. Tried almost all of the meat options except for the chicken ones. Great food!

Absolutely a wow experience. I ordered the BBQ Chicken sandwich and added Jalapeño. It far exceeded expectations. The texture and flavors combined for a Fantastic sandwich. I will be back and will be bringing friends to share in the experience.

My husband and I decided to give this place a try after reading so many local articles and threads referencing Royal Grinders and how good the sandwiches are. I ordered the chicken pesto (so many rave reviews for it) and he got the pastrami. To be honest, I was very disappointed. While the bread was pretty tasty, the sandwich was lacking depth of flavor, and there was only a very thin layer of chicken on it. I could barely tell if I was eating a bite of meat or part of my slice of cheese. It was just bland and there was too much bread to filling. My husband's pastrami definitely had more flavor and meat, but neither of us feel the need to come here again. Bummed, but looking forward to continuing our quest to try new restaurants in Seattle.

This place is always good. They may get order slightly wrong, but i've always had a good lunch. Their bread is good, both hoagie & panini. Their garlic sauce is fantastic. The ingredients are quality as well. YEARS ago, they had great gelato. I think it was the first time I'd ever had it. I have only been using delivery for the last many years, but from the other reviews, it appears that the old gelato bins now are full of beer. And any pics for the last 12 yrs or so are sandwich oriented. So I think we can safely say RIP yummy ice cream. I particularly love The Italian, and The Chicken Pesto. I've tried The Royal and a couple others but keep coming back to my faves. I find the sammiches are plenty big enough so I avoid the extra salt; but the chips and drinks are lacking. Tim's orig seems to be their only option (at least for delivery), and Coke Zero or diet are their only sodas. Gross. And - a star. So have your sandwiches delivered, and send someone else to 7-11 to get the rest.

Delicious large sandwiches that hit the spot. I enjoyed my Italian sandwich especially the garlic butter that they use. The sandwich was packed with flavor and had the perfect blend of bread, meat, and veggies. I'll be back soon!

One of the best sandwiches I have had in the long time!! Tried both the chicken pesto and the pastrami sandwiches - both delicious. The bread is so soft, buttery, and flavorful! Both had wonderful fillings, but I think the pastrami was the winner for me due to the sauerkraut. Apparently the sauce they use on their sandwich is their Royal Grinder Sauce and it is so good! It's a cross between thousand island, aioli, and something else I can't put my finger on. I also appreciated that they didn't put too much sauce, which kept the bread crisp instead of soggy. The line on a Sunday for lunch was insane; make sure to call ahead or get there early.

Going back over my old reviews. Why the heck did I only give this place four stars? How jaded is that? "The food is amazing, the service is great, and the ambiance is charming! Four stars." Yeah, not sure what I was thinking. Happy to update to the five stars I should have given in the first place!

Great grinders, royal really. Think about going every time I drive by. Full subs for big eaters.

I've been coming into Royal Grinders for over a decade, and they've always provided hot, delicious sandwiches that are well worth the short wait. I haven't been for a while (because, uh, y'know...) and I wasn't sure if they'd still be as good as I remember. Last week I decided to find out. Great news: they are. If it looks good on the menu, it is. I particularly like the Crown, and I have fond memories of the teriyaki and pesto grinders, both of which I'll clearly have to get again soon!