Sando Street

"This small sandwich shop near the corner of Ashland and North avenues is known for its katsu sandwiches. Find tasty sandwiches on milk bread and bowls with a smattering of Korean and Japanese influences. This is a primarily takeout spot with a few seats." - Ashok Selvam

"Sando Street became an overnight sensation when the tiny shop opened on the corner of Ashland and North avenues. Japanese milkbread powers these sandwiches. The double-fried chicken breast, the KFC, is of note." - Ashok Selvam, Naomi Waxman, Eater Staff

"Chicago loves sandwiches, whether that’s of the breakfast or Italian beef variety. And considering that newcomer Sando Street was so popular it sold out of musubi, bulgogi, and fruit sandwiches on opening weekend, it looks like Chicago loves this new Wicker Park spot too." - john ringor, veda kilaru

"This Wicker Park shop specializes in Japanese sandos on milkbread in both sweet and savory versions. The owners are cousins who grew up in the restaurant business and have dreamed of owning their own place after working at other people’s establishments for years. The lines are long for tonkatsu, ribeye, matcha cream and strawberry, and more. Don’t skip the fried chicken. They came with cheffy dipping sauces." - Ashok Selvam, Naomi Waxman

"Sando fans have patiently waited for an enterprising Chicagoan to launch a dedicated spot serving the iconic Japanese sandwiches, which feature sweet or savory fillings couched between two slices of fluffy milk bread. Their dreams came true in early 2024 when cousins Rich Letheby and Chris Yoo opened Sando Street with a menu of nostalgic hits ranging from panko-crusted tonkatsu to Japanese egg salad to strawberries with whipped ube cream. The duo also serves Korean-style rice bowls with bulgogi, crispy eggplant, and more. The operation promptly went viral, so don’t be surprised if there’s a wait." - Naomi Waxman, Eater Staff