Not sure if you’ve heard, but there’s an absolute wave of sandwich shops on the rise around Adelaide. Inspired by Melbourne’s deli culture, these new, old-school lunch bars tend to be centered around Mediterranean products and flavours, a.k.a. heaps of cured me*ts and che*ses.
Unfortunately for the vegans of Adelaide, not all of these hotspots have our community on their radar, but we’re here to tell you a few Italian sandwicheries that do. From seaside joints to hole-in-the-wall city locations, we’ve found nine of the best, Italianesque, vegan sandwiches in Adelaide so you can jump on the sammich train too. Oh, and keep your eyes peeled for our upcoming toastie and sando guides – or take a look at our vegan banh mi and vegan Reuben sandwich recommendations while you wait.
1. Dante’s Deli, Glenelg
Hold the phone – Dante’s Deli is the real deal. Not only is this seaside sandwich store easy on the eyes, it’s home to the juiciest vegan sandwich in Adelaide – napkins necessary. Dante’s Deli slap together their ‘Veg’ offering of: grilled eggplant, peperonata (stewed capsicum, tomatoes, and garlic), artichoke, rocket, and almond pesto on a sublimely soft ciabatta roll.
Price: $16
Where: 3/58 Jetty Rd, Glenelg
2. West Oak Deli, Adelaide
It’d be rude not to at this stage – the West Oak Hotel team have taken it upon themselves to add a sandwich bar to their Hindley Street outpost. Cutting onto the adjoined laneway, you can soak up the sunlight and tuck into West Oak Deli’s ‘Eggplant Sandwich’ of: caponata, rocket, artichoke cream, and walnut layered between fresh focaccia. And while you’re at it, take a look at our guide to the best vegan-friendly restaurants in Adelaide’s West End.
Price: $15
Where: 208 Hindley St, Adelaide
3. Exchange Coffee, Adelaide
Having recently undergone a total revamp, longstanding Exchange Coffee in Adelaide’s East End is back at it, and they’ve whipped up a new menu to compliment their new-fandangle formation. Here, chomping into the ‘Wallace Sandwich’ is the way to go, with: mushroom, roasted capsicum, tomato, avocado, chipotle aioli, and mojo verde (garlicky, herbal, Spanish green sauce). And blessed be, there’s a gluten-free option up for grabs too.
Price: $18
Where: 12/18 Vardon Ave, Adelaide
4. Lucia’s Fine Foods, Adelaide
It’s panini o’clock at Lucia’s Fine Foods in the Adelaide Central Market. The pint-sized charcuterie bar assemble their rustic ‘Number 7’ – enjoyable to those that like a bit of chew and a crunch, thanks to the crusty panini style of bread. As for the filling, it’s on theme with: grilled eggplant, artichoke, tomato, basil pesto, and a decent lashing of olive oil. Further, Lucia’s Fine Foods’ neighbouring sister store is featured in our guide to the best cheap vegan eats under $15 in Adelaide – take a look.
Price: $14.50
Where: 44/60 Gouger St, Adelaide Central Market
5. Via Vai Pizzetta & Focaccia Bar, Adelaide
Take it away and dine al fresco in the park or on the bench – there’s no other option at Via Vai Pizzetta & Focaccia Bar. Now, focaccia is never not scrumptious, pair it with: roasted eggplant, Sicilian pesto (tomato, almond, and garlic), fresh basil, along with (wait for it) vegan f*ta, and Bob is literally your uncle.
Price: $14.50
Where: 72 Currie St, Adelaide
6. Just Down The Road, Unley
Just Down The Road is Unley’s leafy, sunlit cafe serving up breakfasts, salads, and sandwiches. The trendy joint boasts a, dare we say, Instagrammable interior with a retroesque fit-out to boot, and a sammie to suit. Stacked loud and proud is ‘The Mediterranean’ of: roasted capsicum and eggplant, black olive tapenade, marinated artichoke, basil pesto, and rocket.
Price: $16
Where: 127 Greenhill Road, Unley
7. Imbiss Cafe, Glenelg
Behold – the chunkiest vegan sandwiches in Adelaide. Imbiss Cafe is relatively new to the Glenelg cafe scene, plating up (mostly) homemade German fare where vegans have the luxury of opting for a whopping 50 per cent of the menu, including some truly gigantic sandwiches. Loaded between a Turkish roll, teeth-sinking ingredients overflow including: pepper*ni, che*se, sun-dried tomato, rocket, and basil pesto – drool-worthy.
Price: $15
Where: Shop 2/94A Jetty Rd, Glenelg
8. Pinco Deli, Eastwood
Nonna called, she wants her kitchen inspo back. Pinco Deli is Adelaide’s sandwich shop with a flair – rocking a mid-century-inspired dining space complete with fabulous laminate woods and licks of neon artwork – it’s almost futuristic. As for Pinco’s sammiches, the ‘Number 5’ of: marinated vegetables, artichoke cream, giardiniera (pickled vegetables), rocket, tomato, and basil across focaccia bread is sure to do the trick. Spice things up with a hint of Pinco’s chilli paste.
Price: $16
Where: 73 Glen Osmond Rd, Eastwood
9. Bottega Bandito, Prospect
We’ll trust anywhere with terrazzo tabletops and pink branding – luckily Bottega Bandito posses both of those things. They also have a beaut grilled eggplant sandwich for the taking, marrying the ever-so elite combination of: cabbage salad, tomato kasundi (fermented Indian sauce), curry, and some trusty herbs to top it all off in sourdough focaccia fashion.
Price: $18
Where: 1/96 Prospect Rd, Prospect
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