Salt Hank’s

Best French dip of my life, and a top 10 sando, and I’m not just saying that as a fan of Salt Hank’s social media feed. Every ingredient and preparation has been iterated to perfection, and it both looks and tastes like it. Luckily I only had to wait in line 30 min, which was chill for a Friday while not working. Even had the pleasure of watching some NIMBY lady lambaste the whole line on how we were breaking ADA code and the restaurant wasn’t up to code blah blah. Added to the experience tbh, and was a great way to spend my lunch hour on Friday during my visit to NYC. The fries are unique and a great accompaniment to the sandwich, but not necessary. Do yourself a favor and sip that au jus by itself though. Probably the most depth of flavor I’ve ever had in a dip for a sandwich. All in all, it’s a pretty pricey lunch combo, so not an every day or even every week endeavor, but definitely worth the wait. I would return with friends if I’m in the area again.

There's a lot of hype but it's well deserved! When you bit into the sandwich, the first thing you notice is how soft and crispy the bread is, just like a proper sourdough baguette should be. Then you start tasting the delicious, thinly thinly sliced prime rib with caramelized onions and horseradish-garlic aioli. You'll also taste some nice chewy bits of provolone. At this point you think, wow, this is a good sandwich but you also have to try the warm jus which also has a ton of flavor. Damn, it actually makes it better. I was impressed and will be back!

I don’t know if I can think of a better sandwich I’ve ever had in my life. Soft bread that holds structure while the juices run down your arm, tender prime rib, and the most delicious caramelized onions that compliments the sandwich so well. I could drink the au jus by itself by the gallon it was so good. Absolutely worth the wait. Just wish I got there sooner so I could try the fries. Can’t wait to go again.

Salt Hank is SO sweet and SO wholesome. The portions are huge. It’s a bit on the pricier side for a sandwich, but you understand why after the first bite. Every ingredient is a 10/10. It’s super filling (we shared 1 sandwich between 2 people and it was perfect) The staff is also really sweet. Wait time to get inside the restaurant was ~35 minutes but the service is super quick once ure in. (Put the fries in the sandwich)

The best french dip I have ever had. Each ingredient is so well thought out and expertly made. Nice to see the owner working and taking pride in his food. The girl in the front who seats you and takes care of the line is a true gem! She controls the chaos well so everything runs smooth. This was a top highlight of our trip to New York!

I went to Salt Hanks and had the first French Dip in my life. It was delicious. I never wanted to try one because I don’t like soggy bread. This bread is crispy and can withstand a dunk in the jus. It maintains a crunch and is perfect. Personally, I’m not a fan of the fries. I know everyone has an opinion and I prefer a thicker cut. We arrived at 11:15 AM and waited for about one hour, 15 minutes. It’s expensive. But, a sandwich can easily feed 2 for lunch.

A great spot for a French dip. Cooked to perfection with the perfect spiced au jus. I devoured my sandwich. I personally would like real French fries, but others might think it would be too filling. The thin potatoes are a nice touch, but not amazing. Line moved rather quickly, if you do to takeout you move along faster on the line, since they ask you if your staying or going.

The French dip was one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever eaten. The bread was well toasted and crunchy, the cheese was perfectly melted. And the meat was tender, juicy, and almost melted in my mouth. The accompanying au jous was flavorful and really helped soften the bread. The sandwich was definitely worth the hour wait, however the fries were very thin and not worth it. I would travel for this sandwich

The line is insane and I highly recommend you arrive 45 minutes (or more) before it opens. Was it worth it? Probably worth trying once. It was the best French dip I've ever had and I really like sandwiches. But if you're not much of a sandwich person, I don't think it's worth it. Plenty of other accolades about the sandwich itself in these other reviews but yeah, it was fantastic. Would I go back? Probably not. I'm not willing to wait in that line again (I waited about 1.5 hours or so and got there like 20 minutes before it opened). Would definitely go if there was little to no wait, though.

Probably the best French Dip I ever had. The wait can be long but is so worth it, you'll realized when you try the first bite. The sourdough baguette bread is perfection, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside that miraculously holds structure while the juices of the tender meat dripped out. The caramelize onions and provolone compliments the sandwich incredibly. The au jus is so rich, you should try it by itself. Also the fries are unique and very crispy, I personally dipped the sandwich into the jus and then smush it into the fries for a perfect bite. My mouth is watering right now just thinking about it haha... It's a bit on the pricier side for a sandwich but portions are generous, I shared mine with my mom and it was perfect. Fills you up. The staff were friendly. They even offer NALA, my service dog, some small meat bites. Coming back for sure!!

I was planning on waiting to come here once the hype died down, but my friend and I decided to go on a free Saturday morning. Now I wish we would've come here as soon as they opened! This sandwich is so worth the hype. We got in line at 11AM, and there were about 20 people in line ahead of us. Overall, we waited for an hour total before being seated. We got the combo to share with the limeade, which was the perfect amount of food for two people. I'm not even a big beef person, but this sandwich has got to be one of the best sandwiches in nyc. Everything about it was perfection. The meat was so juicy and tender, the bread was nice and crunchy, and the caramelized onions added a sweetness to it. I was worried the horseradish aioli would be too strong, but I honestly didn't taste the horseradish at all. I left feeling full but not stuffed. The only complaint I have are the fries. They're not shoestring fries; they're not even fries. They just taste like fried sticks. They're also really hard to eat. You have to pick up the little sticks with your hands, so there's no good way to put ketchup on them. Definitely a skip! The limeade was really refreshing though. I'm still thinking about this sandwich and would happily wait an hour in line again.

Had to come see what the hype was about and it didn't disappoint. Be prepared to wait around 30-45 mins in line depending on the day but I would say it's worth a try. There's one thing on the menu and you can add fries. These fries are too thin for my liking and makes them hard to eat. You can add them into your sandwich for some extra crunch. The dip is flavorful and really great with the sandwich. The meat is quality and you can taste it. I would say it's a bit heavy with all the meat and onions would love some acidity and pickles along with it. Inside is lively and even saw Hank and Bobby flay

After hearing all the hype on how Salt Hank's is one of the best French Dip Sandwiches in the city, I got in line at 11 on a Saturday morning to try it out for myself. I was about 15th in line and when the shop opened at 11:30, service was very quick. I ordered for pick up, and got my food after five minutes after ordering. Inside was comfortable with tables and bar seating. The sandwich was definitely great, and I'm not normally a fan of french onion soup/dip. The roast beef was flavorful and the dip was not too salty. The fries add a nice crunch to the sandwich, and half was more than enough for me! I do wish there was some pickled veggie or something similar to cut through the heaviness, but overall a great sandwich!

Salt Hank's isn't just a sandwich; it's a meticulously engineered culinary experience that elevates a deli classic to a work of art. The hype is real, and this sandwich delivers on every single promise. The line was long we waited one hour and ten minutes to be exact, but this sandwich was so worth the wait. It is a heavy, satisfying meal, and every bite justifies the hype and the cost. It's one of the best French Dips--and frankly, one of the best sandwiches--you will ever eat. Their house-made limeade was very refreshing! The staff were very friendly and organized making sure to let you in and order once they have a table ready for you to seat and enjoy your delicious French Dip!

Sandwich is loaded with meat. Yes it's an expensive French dip at $30, but the quality of meat is noticeable. The line was about 30 min wait - it looks worse than it is. They are very efficient. It's faster to do take out than to do dine in.

Waited an hour for this yummy deliciousness. It was well worth the wait. The staff was so kind and we met the owner/chef who was personally thanking everyone for waiting. Inside is small counter and a few tables but service is quick. Meat was very flavorful, bread was super crunchy and garlic butter yum. I think it was worth the hype and I was happy that I was supporting small business. I'll be back.

Stop reading this, go wait the 20 minutes on line and buy this sandwich right now. I wanted to hate this place for being yet another viral west village restaurant. But it's actually so good, if not some of the best in the city. The horseradish aioli is perfect in that it adds to the flavor of the beef so much. I actually got a side to put more on for $1. You should too. Service is fine, the whole operation seems really efficient for what they're working with. The place looks fine inside, selling some Salt Hanks merch if you want it. The sandwich costs 28 bucks, it's close in prince if not cheaper than the other French restaurants that have a comparable French dips. I would even say this sandwich is better than the likes of miners tavern or maison pickle. It is beyond good. Fries you can skip.

Definitely lived up to the hype!! While it wasn't the best sandwich I've had, it is THE french dip sandwich that I want when I crave it! It smelled amazing even before I unwrapped it. The meat was super tender, juicy, and onions well-caramelized. The horseradish came on a little too strong the first bite, but well-balanced as soon as I got to the onions on my second. While I wish it had just a tad more cheese and onions, I did enjoy the sandwich very much and dunked every bite in the flavorful au jus just to pack in more flavors. Lines were long but they do move and best part is that takeout is a separate line! They do sell out so be sure to get in line early!

Came on a Saturday about 15 minutes before opening and waited about 50 minutes. Not bad at all for the hottest sandwich spot in NYC right now. Once you get to the front of the line you can either order take out or to eat inside. The inside is very cute, like a traditional diner with a few tables and some bar stool seats. You get your food really quickly and you finish it really quickly too because it's good. So the line moves pretty fast. $35 for a dip, fries, and a drink, or $28 for a dip and $6 for fries. $5 for a house made lime aid. So obviously I had to get it all since I came all the way from LA to wait in this line to try this sandwich. Aioli on the side is $0.75 which is a must get also. It has a great horseradish kick and is great with the fries and the dip. So, is this the best sandwich I've ever had in my life? Not really since there are so many different kinds of sandwiches with different kinds of ingredients. The chef himself has probably created better sandwiches in his own kitchen. But is it the best French dip I've ever had? Yes. And was this worth the wait and the price? Yes. The bread is perfectly crispy and sharp (like a banh mi if it doesn't cut my mouth I don't want it), but with the au jus, it makes it just soft enough for you to enjoy it and eat without hurting yourself. The meat is super tender and flavorful and the fries are very unique. He has shoestring fries, which are so thin it basically is like sandwich with potato chips on the side, which is probably what he was going for.

I waited about an hour for this French dip and it was well worth it. Everything was perfect. The bread was crispy and soaked up the jus. Meat was tender and barely needed to be chewed. Cheese was melty and perfect but the star of the show are the onions...best onions I've ever had. Rendered to perfection. Skipped out on the fries but don't skip on the limeade. For a small cup they load up too much on the ice and it went quickly but the few sips I had were good. I usually skip out on viral food in general but this spot is worth the hype.

Absolutely worth the hype. Worth a 1 hour wait. Probably not more than that. The sandwich is good for 1 person or 2 skinny bitches. The vibe was cool but busy. Skip the slaw. Skip the limeade - too sour. The fries are really just chips, just get one to share between 2. I would go back for sure.

Ok, this sandwich was worth the wait. OMFG this was great. Got on line around 11am. We had about 15 people in front of us on a Wednesday morning. Once the door was opened, it didn't take long to get in, ordered and get our sandwiches. The staff was top notch. They were great. At first, I was just tagging along and thinking how good can this sandwich be and once I took a few bites, I was proven this was one of the best sandwiches I ever had. It was flavorful, heavily packed with meat and cooked onions. The cheese elevated the taste of the sandwich. The au jus just was the cherry on top. Everything combined made this sandwich one of the best things I have eaten in a long time. The hype is real. Can't wait to return.

There was a high possibility that this place was overhyped. A new spot opened by a TikTok food influencer in the West Village? I mean you're practically asking for a letdown. But boy did this place not let down! We came around 11:45 on a Friday afternoon which is just after opening. There was already a pretty sizable line. So I'd say if you want a short wait try to arrive well before 11:30. The nice thing is is that the line is pretty well organized by the staff, they note how many people are trying to dine in and grab a seat and which people are just trying to order and take out. So if you're just ordering for takeout, you won't have to wait as long as the people waiting for a seat inside. We waited for about 45 minutes to end to get our food. OK now for the sandwich. Absolutely phenomenal! So satisfying in every way perfectly balanced. The jus enhances the flavor so well, and the bites you get with the horseradish aren't overwhelming. Obviously it's expensive for a sandwich. $28?!? However, it is New York City and the West Village AND it's totally worth it! It's too rich and heavy and expensive for a regular outing. But if you're visiting, want a treat, or dying for a place that absolutely nails the one thing. Go to Salt Hank's! Oh, and skip the "fries". They're just hard to eat potato chip crumbs :)

Tried Salt Hank's new viral French dip and yes the hype is real. Super simple, but hits the spot. The line was wrapped around the block. I got there 40 minutes before opening and was already 10th in line. They do sell out fast, so come early if you're planning to try it. I really loved the homemade limeade, so refreshing and a must order. The baguette was perfectly crunchy and big enough to split. I'm always a fan of a good au jus moment. Was it mind blowing? No. I still prefer Corner Store's French dip, but this one was solid. The fries were like tiny potato sticks--super crispy. I stuffed some into the sandwich but honestly, it didn't change much for me. Would I wait in that line again? Probably not. But I'm glad I got to try it once.

Despite being open for only two and a half months, Salt Hank's has quickly risen as a top contender for the best roast beef sandwich in New York City. Sorry, it is a French Dip. Roast beef sandwiches are a staple in New York City. I have tried three of the most legendary ones in Roll-N-Roaster, Brennan and Carr, and John's Deli. There is also ones like Lioni and Defonte's, but those do not count as they focus more on other kinds of sandwiches, but the first three I mentioned specialize in roast beef; that is what I am going to focus on in this review. Located only a short walk from the Christopher St station on the 1 train in the West Village, this tiny restaurant already has throngs of people waiting in line for lunch to get their hands on one of these French Dip. I got there at around noon, and from the time I entered the line to the time I left it, it took me approximately 40 minutes. It helped that I ordered for takeout, because to eat in takes longer. A young woman kept coming outside and asked if you are eating in or taking out. Eat-ins stay in the line. Takeouts get brought to another line, where it is much faster. It truly is. When you get inside you see the interior feels like something out of the 1950's with the marble-style seating and the bright lighting. The menu is fairly thin in offerings, just French Dip and shoestring fries (not really fries, more or less just thin potato chips), and a small offering of drinks. A combo costs roughly $35, but it comes with a French Dip, chips, and a drink. Try not to get sticker shock when you order. While I was waiting for my order, I observed two people eating their food outside. The way they described it to me was, "French Onion soup in the form of a sandwich". As somebody who has eaten plenty of French Onion soup, that got me excited. I thought of the roast beef as the meat, the bread as the crouton base, the cheese, as well, the cheese. The au jus makes a perfect broth. For a boss move, I was told to get the chips and add them to the French Dip for an exceptional crunch flavor, and some extra savoriness. I expected it to be dense, much like the ones from John's Deli. It is anything but dense. The meat is tender, with massive flavor, so much so that I could not put it down. I even pulled a George Costanza and double dipped a bit (sorry everybody, I am NOT a double dipper under normal circumstances!). The chips are okay, but I had to do it for a first time. It really is a delicious French Dip. I could only imagine if I had doused this in the au jus instead of dipping it in the au jus a la Brennan & Carr style. That would be true indulgence. I restrained and stuck with the dipping. The smell from the bag lingered after I finished. No charge for that! The wait is worth it. Do yourself a favor, save yourself the time and order it to go if you can. It will likely hold up wherever you have to go. I hope this sandwich shop holds up as well. Sorry, I mean French Dip shop.

Salt Hanks absolutely lives up to the hype! I got in line at 11:30am on a Saturday and was seated with my sandwich at 12:32. They do a really great job to let people in when there is space to sit so no one is standing around searching for seating which I appreciated. I ordered the combo for $35 which includes the French dip, cup of jus, fries, and a drink. The sandwich itself with the jus was amazing. The bread held it together well and could really withstand the heft of the sandwich while also being light and crispy. When I go back I would skip on the fries, they're a lesser version of a potato stick. Excited to see all that's to come with Salt Hanks!

OMG! This is immediately one of my favorite sandwiches in NYC. Period. Grand opening today 6/20/2025 at 11:30am. The place was packed and lines were out the door. We waited about 15 minutes around 1:00pm before we were allowed to order our food. After that, we found a table and sat patiently waiting for our food for another 30 minutes. Total wait time 45 minutes. They cut off the growing line outside as we got our food around 1:45pm because they were running out of beef. Phew. Glad we got ours. Lol As for the sandwich, this French Dip is the stuff of legends. We're talking about a foodie's wet dream. The crusty bread from Frenchette is the perfect choice for this sandwich. It holds up so well to dipping in the au jus, which was super beefy, with hints of herbs shining through. All that would mean nothing if the filling was not up to par. Thankfully they were. The mounds of tender and luscious beef, a generous slather of horseradish sauce, covered in the most beautifully caramelized onions, smothered in velvety melted cheese, was spectacular to say the least. This was one cohesive sandwich that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Also, I'm sure many people will immediately compare this French Dip to the one at 4 Charles Prime Rb ($40) and Au Chevel ($36). They are different in many ways, but this $28 version is definitely just as wonderful without breaking the bank. Btw, other than the French Dip, there is only a side order of matchstick fries and three options for beverages. The fries were more like chips and went well with the sandwich. They are hoping to get their liquor license in another few months. Salt Hank's hit all the right notes on their first day. Hopefully they get even better from here. I wish them luck. I got to briefly meet Hank and he was delightful. I also spoke to Hector, our wonderful server, who said that they are working on improve the French Dip. One example he gave me was using a different brand to add more zing to the horseradish sauce. That was maybe my only gripe with the sandwich and he address it without me even bringing it up. That's recognizing your own flaws and being critical of one's self to achieve perfection. I appreciate that immensely. I really hate lines. I'm also never part of the "first wave" of foodies eating at a new hot spot. However, somehow I found this place accidentally on its grand opening day and I'm more than happy to report that it's not just a social media darling. The food is actually fantastic. I'll be back.

Oh Salt Hank's! Where the lines are long and worth every second of joyful anticipation! Took our flavor bombs to the park where we enjoyed the perfect bread, gooey cheese and carmelized onions. Chugged the leftover au jus. A small place with really just the French Dip, it requires nothing else. I am confident I was taken there as a bribe to come to the city more often. It worked! Did I mention the bread comes from Frenchette? Yup. What more could you ask for.

Very solid sandwich! It took two tries to successfully dine here but we did it. They were sold out on a weekday afternoon at 2pm. We arrived a little after opening on Saturday morning. The line moves pretty quickly, and they let people in at waves, dependent on seating availability. If you choose to take-out, your wait will def be shorter. We waited about 45mins. The sandwich is pretty large so I would probably share next time. The sandwich itself is perfectly executed! The meat is tender and juicy, thinly sliced. The onions have so much depth, very sweet & savory. And the bread is toasted to perfection. The fries are a bit pointless, like others mentioned. Their au jus is great but almost unnecessary, considering how juicy the meat already is. Yes, it is a pricey sandwich, but it's also very share-able.. Nonetheless. very much worth the wait & worth the hype!

There's a lot of hype but it's well deserved! When you bit into the sandwich, the first thing you notice is how soft and crispy the bread is, just like a proper sourdough baguette should be. Then you start tasting the delicious, thinly thinly sliced prime rib with caramelized onions and horseradish-garlic aioli. You'll also taste some nice chewy bits of provolone. At this point you think, wow, this is a good sandwich but you also have to try the warm jus which also has a ton of flavor. Damn, it actually makes it better. I was impressed and will be back!

It's hard to justify $35 for a single sandwich, fries, and drink, hence the 4 stars. However, the flavor was delicious and I understand why there is a line. I really liked the sandwich, especially dipping it in the jus. I would probably pass on the fries next time though.

The best meal I had in NYC this trip. And yes, it's pricey. I split it with my brother, just the sandwich sans fries. From what I've heard, the fries are not essential. The line didn't take too long for us, about 10-15 minutes. We took it to go and ate it on a nearby stoop.

Sandwich 10 out of 10 Fries 5.2 out of 10 40ish minute wait on a Saturday. Well worth it.

Indisputably delicious sandwich and enough food for two meals!! Arrive early - they only make ~150 sandwiches per day. On a Thursday they ran out at 1:15! I arrived at 12:30, waited in line for 25 minutes and then waited another 10 minutes after ordering to get my food (this was a weekday, I'm sure weekends are busier). Line is well organized.

This is a massive $30 sandwich and can feed you for two meals. It is highly decadent - cheesy meaty goodness between garlic bread baguette. The fries are extraneous in my opinion, but get it, why the hell not. I'd say the best time to come is around ~40 min before opening; we were the last to grab a table.

I came on opening day so wait time was ~90 mins. Been a long follower of Hank's so no shock that the French dip was very solid-so much so that I could finish the whole sandwich by myself to my surprise. Staff is very friendly and enthusiastic. There were some minor shortcomings like no to-go boxes or decent way of disposing the leftover jus, but these were all on opening day so I'm sure they will be resolved shortly.

My gosh. My number one meal of 2025 so far. Waited about 55 minutes for my sandwich on a Saturday morning got there at 10:50 which was 40 minutes before opening and got my sandwich at about 1145. However, all the wedding was worth it. The sandwich was so delicious, meat was so tender, onions were so juicy, and the baguette was to die for. The service was amazing as well. It is a small place so you may not be able to sit.

SaltHank's, a new French‑dip sandwich shop at 280Bleecker Street, West Village, NYC 10014 Hours: Opens around **11:30AM**(some say 11:30-12PM) and stays open Wednesday-Sunday until they sell out--often by ~3PM. *Contact: business inquiries via Contact@SaltHanks.com What Makes It Special *Founded by foodie influencer Henry "SaltHank" Laporte (@salt_hanks on Instagram & TikTok) . *Menu: Just one sandwich -- a prime‑rib French dip -- plus fries and house-made limeade/sodas. Simple, focused, and premium. *Sandwich highlights: *Juicy prime‑rib from Pat La Frieda *Served on baguettes from Frenchette *Enhanced with provolone, caramelized onions, roasted garlic‑horseradish aioli, and a rich au jus. *Price: ~$28 for the sandwich; fries are an extra $6. *Quality & buzz: Critics rave it's "far more than a gimmick," noting outstanding flavor, attention to detail, chef pedigree, and co-founder involvement . Inside Details *Casual, minimalist setup with a counter, a few seats, welcoming music, and a friendly vibe. *Expect long lines and sold-out sandwiches--80+ lbs of beef fly out fast--so arriving soon after opening is smart. Online & Social *Website: salthanks.com (info on address, opening, contact). *IG & TikTok handle: @salt_hanks #salt_hanks #frenchdip #westvillage#nycsandwiches #comfortfood

This was my first time trying Salt Hanks and it was well worth the 1-hour wait. The French Tip sandwich is incredible--I would gladly wait in line again just to have it. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. It absolutely lives up to the hype.

NOT ALLERGY FRIENDLY. We waited in line for an hour to be told that you can't modify the sandwiches. My husband has an allergy to mayonnaise and they REFUSED to modify ONE sandwich. Not to mention people are allowed to cut the line if they say they are taking the food to go but then we saw those very people eating in the restaurant.

Is it the best French dip I've ever had? Yes. Is it worth $28? Yes. Will I be back. Probably a once a year sandwich. But it is def worth the trip. It's also right next to John's on Bleeker. I waiting in line about 20-30 minutes. It moved quick. I think there is one line for carryout one line to dine in. Ask before you get in line. Friendly staff. Very helpful. Good vibe inside.

Worth it!! Worth it!!! Worth it!! EFFING WORTH IT!!!!!!! Ok, so what had happened was... I saw Brian Lindo's TikTok 'bout this sammich and had to go! I'm only easily influenced when it comes to food that looks amazing. Made my way to Hank's. Coincidentally, there was a street fair going on that day. Coincidentally, as I stood at the back of the loooong line, a Hank's employee who said he does the social media for Hank's, said that's the longest the line's ever been. I"m pretty sure some of the street fair attendees wanted to know wussup at Hank's and contributed to the length of the line. There was a lovely young lady who kept the line moving efficiently...as efficiently as possible. She'd come out and ask who wanted to dine in and who wanted theirs to-go. When I finally got toward the front of the line, after little more than an hour, she came, asked the questions and those of us getting our food to-go, she let go in and place our orders. Those who wanted to wait and eat inside, continued to wait. About an hour later, I was home and diving into this sandwich. I am so happy to say that, for me, it lives up to the hype. It didn't look that big when I first unwrapped it but when I picked it up, it was a pretty healthy size! I was stuffed after eating half. There's so much going on with the meat, the onions that give the sandwich a little sweetness, and the jus... I mean, the sandwich is good sans jus but that jus...wow! Kicks it up several knotches. I'd never heard of Salt Hank before but I'ma be watching that kid to see what he does next. Would I stand on line for over an hour for this $30 (with tax) sandwich again!? YES, I plan on doing so next week! I'll get there earlier, though. I had some errands to run in the morning, got to Hank's around 1pm and was afraid they'd sell out before I got mine. Next time, I'll get there before noon and see what, if any, difference that makes.

Overhyped and overpriced. Sandwiches too sweet and too fat. Service did not care. They just wanted people in and out quickly. Environment not very inviting. I thinkbthey just live off a reputation they built online and thats their model. Block long line not justified.

Super fast and friendly. I made the pilgrimage to salt hanks and waited 45 Minutes in line for the amazing French dip. Split one sandwich and that was plenty for two of us. Forestry jus and aioli. No gristle or chunky fat, just beautiful meat with cheese and crusty bread. I could've used more of the onion jam for sure! After most of my half sandwich I was bored with the one note flavors. A tad too salty for my taste. But a fun experience! The guy in front of us in line loved it so much he came again the very next day.

Fantastic French Dip. Honestly was so much food and felt like maybe I hurt myself eating all of it but then two days later I found myself wanting to go back. You could out the onions on the read and I would eat that by itself. So good. I can't ding it for anything but if I were I'd say the fries were not my thing. Fun to put on the sandwich though for some crunch!

Really good sandwich esp their bread woww. Super tender beef. Tasted high quality. However for 28 dollars you need to add more meat. Its kinda skimp. The fries are nothing to rave about. It can easily be subbed for a bag of chips

It's a solid French dip but it's not worth queuing up in line for 45 minutes (mind you for take out or dine in) if I'm being honest. They are very fast once you do get seated, and it does look like Hank is making the food on site, but the fries are heavily disappointing. Go if you're really curious but I'm not sure that I'd make this a "go to" spot. Also if you want a shorter wait don't come super early like before 12. It sounds counter intuitive but when I was leaving at 1 the line was half the size as when I came at 11:40.

Cheesesteak was great - bread, cheese, onions, sauce everything done perfectly. Fries are bad though - way too thin and no flavor. Would go back for the sandwich and skip the fries.

My co-worker Rob volunteered to get these sandwiches for a bunch of us at NYU. When I tell you that this is the best French dip sandwich I have ever had, I am not kidding. It was like a flavor bomb of beef, garlic, onions, and spices. Perfectly tender and juicy meat. Crispy roll. $28 is a lot for one sandwich. But it is epic... and well worth the money.

excellent sandwich. the line was ~30mins so expectations were high maybe unreasonably so. but overall this is one of the best sandwiches there is, transcending beyond its simple french dip peer group. the standout was the bread, the provolone, the crazy thin sliced meat, the deeply flavorful au jus and the onions. my only two quibbles - the onion to rest of sandwich ratio is a bit off, meaning this thing is very onion forward. second, the fries are pretty lame, it takes a lot for me to leave half on my plate.

The French dip is to die for. I've never found a French dip so perfect. It's worth every dollar. It's a very small place, but it kept us very cool. After a long walk. The staff was friendly. There's no alcohol but who needs it when you have a great French dip it's just a little sandwich place. I'm from Arizona and I have a very hard time finding a good French dip even some of the higher end. Restaurants can't meet what they have 5 stars for sure.

Sells out very fast. Delicate and tender beef with a thickened au jus on the best toasted bread. Not your grandma's but will remind you of that because eating this Dip is taking a big bite of nostalgia.

Amazing! Enough said. Try it! Been a fan of Salt Hank since his first You Tube video. So excited to try this place. Superb!

Never heard of "Salt Hank" but I saw this sandwich on Instagram and it looked good enough for me to endure the line. Arrived at 11am on a Saturday, was maybe 20th in line; doors opened at 11:30 and I was seated at 11:55. Sandwich is good, 8/10, great bread. Glad I tried it but given the wait factor + price I probably won't ever eat here again. It's also a pretty heavy meal for lunch in my opinion. Like most other reviews I've seen I didn't love the fries, they're like micro shoestrings which are essentially potato chips but in a much messier and more difficult form factor. They'd be best eaten with a spoon. Service was friendly and prompt. I like their system of only letting people in the doors when seats are available, so you order at the counter and go straight to your seat for service. Efficient.

Hands down the best French dip I've ever had. Great people behind the counter. Just shut up and eat it.

I used to spend a lot of time in the village with my cousin Paulie, but after they took his thumb I had to spend less time in the neighborhood. Anyways they only have one sandwich and it's pretty expensive!

One of the best French dip sandwiches I have ever had! There was a decent line to get in but it moved fairly quickly. Once you are seated, you get your food quickly. Staff are very friendly. We will be back!