Southie

Southie has the coziest local vibe—walking in feels like stepping up to your own kitchen counter. Super casual, we seated ourselves and soaked in the relaxed atmosphere. The menu is minimal, but don’t let that fool you. Everything on it is absolutely stellar. I ordered the poached eggs with bacon over a salad, and my husband went for the breakfast burrito. We consider ourselves breakfast burrito connoisseurs, and this one ranks among the best we’ve had. It skips the potatoes, which some will appreciate (though I do love a good California burrito loaded with fries). We shared bites of each other’s dishes and both were delicious. The vibe here is totally unpretentious, but the food tells a different story—it’s crafted with real care. And just like being at home, they had wine on tap, so I strolled over to the counter and treated myself to a glass. Highly recommend. Whether it’s a casual workday stop or a lazy weekend morning, I’d happily come back.

Solid spot. Meatball sub was good, but should come with warning as to how hot it is. Burned the top of my mouth.

I honestly forgot how good this spot is for dinner. Known more for their sandwiches for lunch. Next to their big brother Wood Tavern, this a more causal dining experience. Quality is just as good. We got the tuna salsa, a pasta dish and sea bass entree. Everything was exceptional. Service and wine were as great.

its a really nice little place in a cool area. we got 4 things. 1) Breakfast burrito 2) Chicken sandwich 3) Bacon Sandwich 4) meatball sub Get the meatballs if you go here. They were the best thing we got, and it wasn't even close. The burrito and potatoes were under seasoned, but they have salt on the table so you can adjust it yourself. Both sandwiches were pretty good. The staff was great, parking is pretty easy which was a surprise.

Great food and friendly service make this our go to for Sunday brunch! Javi crushes the whole delicious menu. It’s so hard to choose. Best hash in town. Breakfast burrito is hard to beat. Sweet corn and chile oil soup was outstanding last week. I’ve been getting the shrimp poboy of late but If his enchiladas are on the menu, grab’em!

Wow! I went in with high expectations after reading a few reviews and I was not disappointed. I went in specifically for the breakfast burrito and I was extra hungry. My first bite of burrito was all tortilla and for a split second I though “oh no”. But my next bite was like an explosion of savory delish. Most of the breakfast burritos I have had are a little on the plain side when it comes to flavor, but this burrito was like 💥💥💥. The pasilla peppers give it a nice heat and the sausage is delicious. Add the creamy avocado and egg and my mouth is watering just thinking about it! Go try it. You might see me there waiting for a breakfast burrito. Or maybe I will try the rest of their menu. The staff is friendly and the establishment is clean and colorful. Due to it’s location on College Ave. parking can be difficult to find, but it is definitely worth it.

Where should I start!!! From now on Southie will be my to-go place for breakfast… 1) Super reasonable price for exquisite food 👍 2) Their homemade pear jelly will blown away your palate 🤤 3) I loved the experience of sitting on the bar and watch the chef cooking all different plates. He is super talented!

It's a casual small local cafe with limited seating around the cafe and bar. Has good sandwiches but breakfast items are very limited despite it's brunch vibe! This is just based on our experience: Cafe latte was cold, we literally saw when made and took like 5 min to pick up and deliver. This just made the service very slow. Chau's are very uncomfortable more of high bar stool type to just accommodate small area and perhaps made customers leave ASAP! Again, fair under more of a bar type cafe! Food was just OK nothing to highlight but sandwiches looked delicious. Not sure if try this place again though. No kids friendly.

Great service! Ate in for lunch, had the tuna bahn mi, it came with chips and was delicious. Everything was quick and it's fun to be able to see the kitchen. My only complaint as a short person is that the high seats are not very comfortable, there were a couple lower tables but seating is limited. I definitely plan to go back to try their salads.

Food was good. Service good. Just not exceptional. But definitely worth a visit. Small place and you can watch the kitchen.

We were not asked if order was for to go or dine in but we did mention we were dining in; regardless order was packed to go. -there were 3 other customers dining in when we arrived Received paper bag with sandwiches inside while we sat at wall-table. Confused, we removed sandwiches from bag and began to unwrap order then the server returned. Watched for a few seconds then asked, "You're eating this here?" Before we can nod yes, he grabbed our sandwiches and the paper bag, threw them down behind the counter and prepared to setup items for dine in... -there are no clear signage if there is table service; when you walk in, your met with the cash register on the corner of the bar top Note- dine in sandwiches are given a side of homemade tasting chips; to go setup did not have chips. Hog was flavorful and had sufficient kick with heat and tang that was well balanced. Balls were flavorful but messy; better to be eaten with fork/knife than as a sandwich.

Came here for a quick lunch. Ordered the Spicy Hog and goodness, the flavor was incredible. Probably one of the best pulled pork sandwiches I've ever had. Just wish it was a little bit bigger. Service was quick and friendly. The restaurant itself was pretty small but I took mine to go. Only thing I wish was if there were sides available. I didn't see any options for fries or potato wedges. That would have rounded off a really good lunch. Will be back to try their other items.

Really enjoyed our breakfast we had here. The service was incredible. Even though it's a smaller places they didn't crowd you, but we're ready when needed. The food was probably a 4 but the little attentions to detail made everything pop just a little bit more. A little of the normal path of Berkely but also quaint and a beautiful neighborhood. Everything was clean with a too tier restaurant feel. Will gladly go back.

Me and a friend got a meatball and steak/ mushroom sandwich and shared. They were both awesome, but the meatball was my favorite. I thought there was cheese on the steak n shroom. It needed something to hold all the bits inside the bread. It came with some chips too. When I'm in the mid for meatballs, I'll be back.

My wife and I loved Southie. The food was phenomenal and service was great. We found this place thanks to Yelp. The reviews and photos did not steer us wrong. We were looking for a good lunch spot in the Rockridge / North Oakland area and this place turned out to be perfect. I recommend it. Southie opened in January 2011. It's owned and run by the same folks who own Wood Tavern next door. The name of the restaurant, "Southie," is a reference to South Boston (I remember it from The Departed). The business doesn't describe its cuisine in any particular way. The internet consensus is "East Coast" and "sandwiches." My visit here was complete when a customer with a strong Boston accent struck up a conversation with me before we left. My wife and I visited around 12:30pm on an ordinary Tuesday. This is a small place and it was mostly full when we arrived. The only seating options for us were the two-top in the back and two seats, which had just opened up, at the four-seat window counter. We chose the latter. At lunchtime, it was bustling. Southie has an open kitchen with a wraparound bar that can seat 8, maybe 10. I counted five two-tops against the wall and a small table in the back, so I guesstimate the dining room and bar can seat about 27 people total. It's cozy. I don't recommend this place for groups. If dining in, the setup is best for parties of one or two. The atmosphere is casual. We ended up speaking with the couple sitting next to us at the storefront window. If you're not familiar with the neighborhood (Rockridge), Southie is situated on College Avenue, a street that's lined with restaurants, cafes, bakeries, markets, and boutique shops. We enjoyed people-watching while eating, looking out onto the busy sidewalks and street. Southie serves breakfast from 9am-1pm, Tuesday-Sunday. They serve lunch, Tuesday-Sunday and dinner, Tuesday-Saturday. There's no dinner on Sunday and they're closed all day on Monday. We ordered off the lunch menu which had eight lunch dishes ($12-18 each), eight sandwiches ($15-23 each), and two desserts ($8 and $12). The lunch dishes were things like soups, salads, and wings. Think comfort food. Here's what we had: Southie Lunchables: * Creamy Mushroom Soup ($12) - creme fraiche, chives * Steamed P.E.I. Mussels ($18) - chorizo, Fresno chile, leeks, fennel, basil, shellfish broth, toasties * Wild Arugula Salad ($13) - persimmon, pomegranate seeds, pistachios, fennel, Grana Padano, lemon-pistachio vinaigrette Sandwiches: * Spicy Hog sandwich ($16) - pulled pork, Southie slaw, pickled jalapeno, lime aioli, Acme bun Everything was outstanding. All around, excellent flavor and fresh, terrific-quality ingredients. I love cream of mushroom soup and the "Creamy Mushroom Soup" was Southie's take on it. It was indeed creamy and really comforting, packed with umami. When it comes to classic cream of mushroom soup, I don't think it gets much better than this. The Steamed P.E.I. Mussels were fantastic, among the best we've had anywhere (and we've had a lot of mussels in this style). All aspects of this dish were superb, from the quality of the mussels to the perfectly toasted slices of baguette. The tasty broth wasn't too heavy, which I appreciated. The Wild Arugula Salad tasted garden-fresh and the portion size was generous. The salad components were well-balanced. My favorite parts were the silky, sweet, and ripe persimmon and the delicate, finely-shaved Grana Padano cheese; buttery and mildly salty. The Spicy Hog sandwich was delectable. Just a very satisfying, well-made sandwich. It was sizable with a good amount of tender, moist, and flavorful pulled pork, fresh, clean-tasting green slaw, and a subtly tangy aioli which tied it all together. The Acme bun was appetizingly soft and suited the sandwich well. Even the side of potato chips, not mentioned on the menu, was great. I want to say they were housemade, but I don't recall. Regardless, they reminded me of Cape Cod chips because they were extra crunchy and not too greasy. The hostess was also our server. She was friendly and did a nice job. While sitting at the window, we noticed the manager made several trips between Southie and Wood Tavern next door.

Stopped in for a weeknight girls' dinner and immediately felt the welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant is small, but there was plenty of seating on a Thursday night at 7pm. We ordered the seared ahi tuna salad (pictured, $18), the pappardelle marsala (pictured, $25), and the ice cream sandwich (pictured, $8). Everything was wonderful. We even ordered a second ahi tuna salad to go. In addition to the wonderful food, the service was excellent. I'm currently gluten and dairy free which is usually annoying when eating out. But the staff was very accommodating, and even popped over to an ice cream shop next store to get me a dairy/gluten free scoop because they noticed that I wasn't eating the ice cream sandwich my friend ordered. Excited to go back to Southie soon. Highly recommend :)

Soups, Salads, Sandwich Galore! The best salad I have ever had is from Southie. The truffle bacon and egg salad is something I crave daily. Definitely a local gem. Chef Javier is attentive and extremely hospitable. He created a decadent crab roll which was well priced for the amount of fresh crab in it. This place is small and fairly busy. My handball team and I enjoy sitting at the bar and don't mind the seats at all. The bar is the best place to be seated because you get to watch the talents of the chefs.

We ordered food to go and I got the ahi tuna banh mi which was delicious! Generous amount of protein and veggies. Also loved the Fresno chili in it which added a touch of spice and enhanced the flavor all together.

The baby sister restaurant of the Wood Tavern next door is well worth coming to. It is more geared towards having a laid back atmosphere in my opinion. Check out my pics. Sorry the food smelled so good forgot to snap photos till the middle of the meal

This place was shocking! My boyfriend mentioned he had never tasted a meatball sub and this place delivered. The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. The steak sandwich was amazing as well, with the steak cooked to perfection. I probably won't get it again because next time I'm getting the meatball sub! We had the honor of chatting with the owner and he was a sweetheart. He gave me a free taster of their ahi tuna because I mentioned their ahi tuna sandwich caught my eye, and wow.. the fish was fresh and perfectly seared. Give this spot a try!

Stopped here for lunch one day. We ordered 3 different sandwiches and sat the bar/counter seating. Saw all the sandwiches being made, they all tasted great! Friendly and good service as well. Would definitely come back.

I came here on a Sunday morning to try their brunch menu. Service: Kind and patient staff. The staff told us what was popular. He informed me and my friend that we can cut the sandwiches in half to share. That was exactly what I wanted to do, so I am glad they offered to cut it and separate each sandwich onto 2 plates! Food: I tried The Balls and it was WOW! That was absolutely delicious! The meatballs were soft, juicy and flavorful! The cheese and sauce tasted phenomenal! I loved the soft and crunchy baguette! We also got the Southie Breakfast Burrito. This burrito tasted good. I love the items wrapped inside but it was too spicy for me. 10/10 recommend! I am definitely coming back for The Balls and I am going to try the Poached Eggs and Pastrami Hash!

- 1 star for: Parking is atrocious, the waiting area is on the street ifo the restaurant and our table was literally in front of the restroom door. It would've been nice to have a bench or two to sit on while waiting outside and maybe consider removing the table we sat at. Once we finally made it inside, the restaurant reminded me of a modernized fifties diner with contemporary modern design. No red plastic chairs here lol. They have counter seating where you can observe your food being prepared a tiny walkway and then tables up against the wall. Unfortunately, our table was the last one against the wall right in front of the bathroom. it's a little noisy but it's an ambience I prefer for lunch. I wouldn't say noisy, I'd say lively. Music and lots of chatter (but most people would consider this noisy). I ordered the asparagus burratta sandwich. The bread was fresh (acme) soft and chewy. The asparagus was grilled to perfection with the burratta oozy and melted. The condiments were mayo and mustard, but the topper was the pesto. This sandwich tasted like springtime absolutely delicious, fresh and I highly recommend it. It paired well with their house white. The service was amazingly fast and the employees were all extremely friendly. I can't wait to return to try more menu items.

Cute place, we live in the neighborhood. Service was so warm and friendly. Fig and burrata crostini was delicious, and the shrimp sandwich was sooooo good. Ceviche tostada was pretty giant despite being in the "small bites" section- it was fresh but not as good as the shrimp sandwich. Buffalo wings were good flavor but not fried so fyi they are healthier but not as tasty as you'd expect Overall really enjoyed the visit!

As I sit here on this gorgeous Saturday evening at my dearest Southie, I'm filled with so much gratitude. There are some places that you try that you may love, but for whatever reason, you may not make it back there anytime soon. Hell, you may not EVER make it back. That's just how life goes. BUT... Southie isn't one of those places for me. Every time I come here, I always leave so amazed. Amazed by the food, amazed by the serviced, and just simply amazed by how they run this place. It's a tiny spot and their sister restaurant is a hell of a lot more popular. However, this here Southie is just straight golden. Every dish that comes out of that kitchen makes my mouth water. The smells that emanate throughout this place are mesmerizing. It's intimate, it's chill, it's everything that a local restaurant should be. And I love it. I love Southie to death. Thank GAWD that they didn't fold during the pandemic. I love me some Wood Tavern, but there is absolutely nothing like my Southie, bay-beh! They have a limited menu which they often rotate that features the most superb dishes. Always perfectly executed and always delicious whether you're coming for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I could sit here and gloat about my favorite dishes in rotation (crostinis, balls & polenta, meatball sandwich, chicken salad, etc). But, y'all can read about those specifics in my prior reviews (or in recent reviews of other yelpers' experiences). I'm just here to simply update my old review from 5 years ago and to let YOU know that it's still just as good as it was back then. Such an amazing spot for all things food and ambience. One of my old faithful and dependable locals. Thank you, Southie, for continuing to serve up the most amazing food and service. I will love you 'til the day I die.

It's a casual small local cafe with limited seating around the cafe and bar. Has good sandwiches but breakfast items are very limited despite it's brunch vibe! This is just based on our experience: Cafe latte was cold, we literally saw when made and took like 5 min to pick up and deliver. This just made the service very slow. Chau's are very uncomfortable more of high bar stool type to just accommodate small area and perhaps made customers leave ASAP! Again, fair under more of a bar type cafe! Food was just OK nothing to highlight but sandwiches looked delicious. Not sure if try this place again though. No kids friendly.

Southie same owner of wood tavern, great place to grab a bite to eat & have a drink!! Cute small place to catch up with friends!! I usually get the steak sandwich!! And today I tried something different & got the pork belly sandwich was good & not sloppy!! Service was ok always feel like there to much employee in a small place!!

I don't visit Rockridge too often but glad I decided to eat at Southie where I had the best muscles of my life. We sat at the counter. I enjoyed watching the cooks do their thing and whip up our food. The place is chill and small so I would come here for a date or one on one time with friends. The food was delicious and fresh. Chorizo and mussels are a match made in heaven. Don't know what to get? Get the spicy hog. Solid sandwich that won't leave you hungry

A friend and I grabbed a late lunch here (it was surprisingly tough finding a spot that was open on a Tuesday!). My friend has a gluten allergy and the staff kindly accommodated it by turning the tuna sandwich into a salad that looked amazing. I had a tough time ordering, and was very pleased with the Spicy Hog. It had great flavor and a nice balance with the slaw and the jalapeños. Service was great and friendly. The bar seating had nice under-table hooks. I had a small yearning for fries, but the potato chips were tasty. I would come here again...granted, I'm sure it will still be tough for me to choose what to order!

I love this place! Really nice staff and excellent food. The meatball sandwich is my favorite, but everything I have had is great. The kitchen is small, and you can see everything going on. Really impressed by the chef's and how much impressive food they crank out of the small space. Sit at the counter and enjoy the show!

I came to Southie after checking reviews. It was great as a first time I ordered to go. Had a great interaction with Javier and Sergio. I tried the mussels. Excellent cooks did their thing. Bread was great with it. Definitely a must try. There were good azzz sausage in the mussels dish. It was all good. Definitely going back.

Delicious!! A fave lunch spot. Best meatball sandwich probably anywhere. The salad is delicious. The creamy soups are tasty. Yes the chairs are uncomfortable and the prices are not low (to be expected for this area) but there's always parking and the servers are nice.

Came to Southie with my sisters for lunch on a Friday and had a delightful experience. The menu features basic sandwiches, but one thing to note is the bread is fresh and delicious. The friendly service made our visit even more enjoyable. We will definitely be back!

Was on the fence to try this place but it did not disappoint. Food was absolutely delicious and very filling. Ambiance was good and the cool thing was that the kitchen is combined with the dining space. Service is great, no complaints there. The only complaint is I'm not sure why they serve food on huge plates when the table is super tiny. Barely had any table space to eat comfortably.

Came here for dinner on Valentine's day. Actually tried Wood Tavern next door first, but it was packed in there with over an hour wait and they suggested going next door to their sister restaurant (Southie) which only had 1-2 other "groups" in there at the time. I couldn't find any pictures of the menu items on Yelp and realized that Southie seems to be more of a brunch/lunch place, but the dinner items did seem good. I had the ahi tuna confit crostini (delicious!!), grilled pear & blue cheese crostini (ok), pacific cod ceviche tostada (a slight kick of spice, very yummy), roasted king salmon (salmon was super smooth, paired well with the risotto, good for if you prefer something less strong on the flavor), and balls & polenta (strong flavor you'd expect from well-seasoned meatballs, 3 large meatballs). Overall had a good experience here. The only thing I wasn't a fan of are the ridiculously small bar tables that don't really work well unless you're just here for a small bite or drink. I do appreciate having the bag hooks under the tables though. Luckily I was able to move over to the one and only larger table (seats 4) after the appetizers.

The food here was great! I got here and made a to-go order (4 entrees) at 5:25pm on a Saturday. They estimated 10-15 minutes for the food to be ready. It took 30 minutes, but the staff was very apologetic and gave me a free glass of wine while I waited. THE COST $107.53 total for 4 entrees and 2 starters. CROSTINI Duck Liver Pate ($6 each) - 4 stars Excellent pate, just the bread wasn't the best. SMALLER BITES Carrot & Ginger Soup ($12) - 4.5 stars Delicious, great balance of carrot/ginger flavors, thick but not heavy. BIGGER BITES Spaghetti w Manila Clams ($26) - 4 stars Tasty & fresh. Balls & Polenta ($17) - 4.5 stars Very soft meatballs, delicious, no wonder this is their most famous dish.

This was my first time visiting Southie. A good friend took me there. We decided to share Poached Egg & Bacon Salad, along with the Steak & Mushroom sandwich. The wonderfully fresh ingredients in the salad were so delicious! The tender steak and mushrooms were mouth watering. I will definitely go back to visit Southie!

I'd probably say this is closer to a 3.5 star review. The food here is good but wasn't exceptional. I had the corn beef hash and my friend had the breakfast burrito. Both were alright. Staff was friendly and we were able to get seated pretty quickly for brunch without a reservation. The place is pretty small though and most of the tables appeared to be high top/bar type seating. We had to keep asking for refills on water and coffee, which is not a huge deal but nice when this isn't needed.

Sooo yummy and the servers are super sweet and accommodating . I am pretty surprised I haven't been here before since I've been to Wood Tavern a million times . The variety on their menu is great and it's really fresh here.

I met three friends here for lunch last Sunday and had a great time. The food is good though a _little_ in the expensive side. I had the pressed turkey and pork loin sandwich which was pretty tasty though the aioli gave it kind of a weird sweet finish. Service was pretty good for a restaurant that was near capacity. One thing to be aware of is there's a bar and some high-tops across from it, but only one table seating four. We were luck to get it with no wait. If you're a single or a pair I recommend this place. For foursomes you may have to wait a bit.

Not normally a sandwich person but absolutely loooove this place. It's usually pretty packed but we managed to grab a table for 3. Cozy but still comfortable, but definitely not for large groups. I got the Spicy Hog (pulled pork sandwich) and it was incredible. Super tender and flavorful meat, bright from the lime aioli, and not too heavy. It reminded me of pho, but not in a bad way--just similar flavors. I thought the sandwich was a bit small at first, but I ended up taking leftovers to go. The other 2 in my group got The Balls (meatball sandwich) and Steak & Mushroom, both of which got rave reviews as well. Highly recommend this place! They have different breakfast and dinner menus--can't wait to try everything.

Amazing breakfast burrito! Only stopped in for one to go, but the whole menu looks promising. Great service too, will return.

I've had many great experiences here. I have tried all of their sandwiches, breakfast burrito and their meatballs and polenta and they are all absolutely delicious. I guess that's why they're always busy! If you haven't tried them yet and you enjoy pulled pork, try the Spicy hog sandwich. It's my favorite.

After being on my list for at least a couple of years, I finally tried this place today. Got the pulled pork sandwich. Divine. Absolutely delicious. A little pricey and didn't come with any sides which was a little disappointing but I will absolutely come back. The person I ordered from said it would take 8 minutes and it took maybe 5. I appreciate that. It's a tiny spot, but cute. Not for big groups, but could be cute for a lazy late Sunday morning or casual dine in no reservations situation. I inhaled my sandwich before I could get a picture. Whoops.

It was a beautiful Sunday and it was Mother's Day. We had just come from a cryo appointment down the street and we weren't necessarily hungry but needed to eat something. We chose this place due to the seating that we saw was available. We chose salads because it fit our healthy mood. I went with the arugula mint salad and the SO went with the poached egg and bacon salad. The taste was way more satisfying than the presentation- which not to say it wasn't well presented; it was but the flavors of the salad was just so yum! I couldn't get over it and every few bites, I would just comment. Delicious, healthy and satisfying, great customer service with a genuine smile, it was a fantastic experience!

First time here and our waiter is very friendly, patient, and very accommodating. I'm not very sure what to order and he explained all the food and his personal favorite. Hubby and I shared a serving of pacific cod ceviche tostada and poached egg bacon salad. I must say both food were fresh and delicious. I love the poached egg salad and I will sure go back for more.

Friday Lunch Review: We arrived to Southwest around 3:30pm for a late lunch after a round of golf craving a robust meal but nothing too heavy. All of the sandwiches sounded amazing and we decided on the meatball sub (The Balls) and the pulled pork (Spicy Hog). Both came out pretty fast and it was off to the races. I was impressed with the buns as they held up well with the juicy meats and sauces. The Balls is hefty and will definitely leave you full or with leftovers; it comes with 4-5 house made meatballs that have great taste and texture, and not too much cheese on the sandwich. The Spicy Hog is super juicy with a decent crunch from the pickled jalapeños and slaw. Not spicy imo but fantastic taste. We'll have to try their salads next time, their lunch menu in general is a winner. Service was great, our server was very nice. Prices are reasonable as well.

Always consistent with the quality of food and service. Today we had the Steak & Mushroom sandwich, the Seared Ahi Sandwich, and the Romaine & Egg Salad. Sure hit the spot! Everyone is friendly even if they are jammed - doesn't take long to get a table.

Me and the hubs love Southie. We used to live within walking distance and would frequent often on the weekend. Once we moved to Dan Ramon, we would still try to make it back at least monthly. We typically go during lunchtime, with the hubs opting for one of their sandwiches. Me, I became a big fan of the salads (the chicken is my fave) and crave them to this day. Staff have always been friendly and welcoming. It is a smaller place so there may be a wait, but I've often seen people just pick up orders and leave. Favorite spot for us is in the window nook, eating while watching people stroll by or at the counter making jokes with the staff. Dinner is also a good choice, although be prepared to wait longer. We typically get the meatballs and polenta. Their fish dish changes every once in a while but it's always been good, nothing too fancy.

South-Watering Sandwich-heavy menu offshoot of the next door Wood Tavern, Southie offers up casual eats in a modern, classy setting. We stumbled in on a Sunday afternoon only to find a limited Sunday brunch menu available, which still featured some of their more popular dishes, as well as a few brunchy-type items. The Good: *While their menu is small, it is quite diverse and full of quality choices with very little filler. *Friendly service *Great décor and ambiance. *Beer and wine on-tap *The Balls (meatball sub) is by-far their most popular item and with good reason: three gigantic housemade pork and beef (meat)balls; topped with marinara, provolone and parmesan; and then cloaked in a crunchy artisan baguette. This was a proper meatball sub, and my picky son demolished it. *Carissa ordered the King Salmon special, and she thought it was delicious. The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the Tuscan bean salad was delicious. *My Pastrami Hash was spectacular. The taters were cooked crispy exterior and fluffy interior, the Pastrami had a bit of crisp to it, and the eggs were poached perfectly. I couldn't ask for a better breakfast. The Meh: *As stated earlier, their menu is quite small; personally, I'm not generally opposed to this, but I figured I'd throw this out there for those that like a large selection. The Ugly: *Interior is possibly one of the smallest eateries I've dined at. There are only four two-seat hightops, 6-8 bar seats, a three seat window table and no outdoor dining. TLDR: Limited menu with great food, good beer and friendly service--if you can get a seat. ^__^ (0vo) {| |} ---"--"---

Food 4/5 Service 4/5 Ambiance 3/5 Southie was great for a quick lunch in the area. Seating is limited but luckily it was just my partner and I. Ceviche - delicious and fresh. Would definitely order again Pulled pork - pretty heavy, maybe I'd order again if I came back for dinner. But didn't think it was memorable

One of the best sandwiches I've ever had ! I had the bacon and egg breakfast sandwich. The flavor of the lime aoli with mozzarella cheese gave the sandwich a a flavorful zest. My husband had the spicy hog with pulled pork and pickled jalapeños. We enjoyed them immensely. The only downside is that it was super crowded and noisy. We had to sit at the crowded counter on high stools. The upside of that is we were able to watch the cooks and chat with the owner briefly to say that we enjoyed the food.

OMG the the menu along is marvelous, the location, the set up, the food. I can't explain how exciting this is to prepare. It's delicious.

I love meatball sandwiches - and I'm picky. South or definitely fit the bill. The ball sandwich delivered. It had four outstandingly big meatballs with tomato sauce that had just a kick of spice to make the background of the sandwich truly awesome. Highly recommended. The service was great and the ambience inside and outside of the restaurant. Worked on a lovely Saturday afternoon. We got sandwiches and found a nice outdoor table in the area to have lunch. Definitely going back. Five out of five!

I love meatball sandwiches and Southie's "The Balls" are the best I've had. I recently went back to Southie after they resumed normal operations after the Covid times and The Balls are just as good as ever. Southie is a casual order-at-the-counter kind of place with an open kitchen lined with bar seating and a few small tables. The restaurant is very well ventilated wth large open windows and the door propped open. On my recent weekday visit around noon, there were only a few other seated diners, with most customers opting for takeout. (Prior to the pandemic, they used to be quite crowded during lunchtime). The Balls is a meatball sandwich with three giant meatballs topped with sauce and cheese, and lightly toasted. The meatballs are much larger than is typical (three Big Balls, rather than the typical several small balls at other places). The Balls are very meaty and satisfying, and the sauce has a bit of spicy heat to it. Like most meatball sandwiches, it is a bit messy so don't wear your nice shirt when you eat it. The Balls are served on a nice crusty roll. It's been a couple years since I had their Steak and Fontina sandwich, but it might be the best cheesesteak sandwich in the Bay too - although it might be a bit too elevated to be compared with a cheesesteak. Service is fast and friendly and the bathroom is nice and clean. The food is outstanding. Highly recommended!

Great pulled pork and shrimp p'boy sandwich... really small restaurant but the staff was friendly.

Working in area, stopped by for lunch. Ordered BLT was very good and even though they were slammed got my order correct and ready quickly. Will try other items when I'm in the area. Great friendly staff.