A woman holds a sandwich and a coffe at a cafe counter.

&Sando offer fresh deli sandwiches alongside tasty pastries. Image: Buffet Digital, &Sando

01 April 2025


In brief:

  • This list includes cafes and delis from around Canberra.

Chicken, roast beef, salad, tuna or jam – however you like them, there's a sandwich for everyone. We’re here to help you discover the best sandwiches Canberra has to offer.

We asked Canberrans on WeAreCBR to name their favourite sandwich spot. These were the standouts, as voted by you:

Sandoochie, Canberra City

Located in No Name Lane, Sandoochie is open Monday-Friday to feed the working Canberrans. You will hardly ever see this joint without a line out the door. They offer a tantalising choice of 3-4 sandwiches and change the menu weekly.

Blue Olive Café, Canberra City

Blue Olive Café is located in the Melbourne Building. They offer a range of great Chunky New York style sandwiches for your next work lunch.

Kickstart Expresso, Belconnen and Fyshwick

This place not only offers great sandwiches and coffee, but you can grab both without even leaving your car.

Melted Toasted Sandwich Emporium, Fyshwick

Melted menu items range from cheese toasties to Mi Goreng noodles – anything you would think wouldn’t go on a toastie is on offer.

Two Before Ten, various locations

With over 10 locations in Canberra, Two Before Ten has become a go-to brunch and lunch spot. Of course they are offering up some solid sandwiches. They've got them fresh or toasted, and gluten-free and vego options.

San Churro, Canberra City and Woden

San Churro is a first and foremost a dessert venue, but who would've guessed they are also serving up some delicious toasties?!

Bad Bunny, Canberra City

Hop into Bad Bunny for a great selection of sandwiches. They’ve got it all, from pork belly, corned beef to crispy chicken. They also have a great plant-based option of pulled mushroom with vegan cheese and vegan mayo.

Bean Origin, Bruce, Belconnen and Kippax

Bean Origin serves up great breakfast and lunch items. Try one of their delicious steak-sandwiches or toasties!

Al’s Diner, Canberra City

Al’s Diner is bringing the New York-style deli experience to Alinga Street. Choose from fresh or hot sandwiches with flavours like beef & pickle, mushroom melt, chicken salad or the schnitty roll.

Coco and Rye, Fyshwick

You’ll find this bakery tucked away at the Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets. They’re well-loved for their breads and pastries, and their sandwiches are just as delicious. Choose from ciabatta or sourdough with options like hot salami, smoked salmon, marinated pumpkin or roasted capsicum.

Café Stepping Stone, Strathnairn and Dickson

The sandwiches at Café Stepping Stone come with a side of social good. Stepping Stone create employment opportunities for migrant and refugee women. The potato masala toastie or green Reuben toastie are available at both locations.

L’Orange Patisserie, Manuka

You’ll find this Dutch-inspired patisserie inside Manuka Court. Their display shelves are filled with pastries, cakes, and croquembouche. Regulars love the toasted and fresh sandwich options.

Lava Coffee, Campbell, Kingston, Phillip and Weston

Lava is well-known for their coffee, but did you know they offer tasty toasties? Flavours include classics like ham, cheese and tomato, as well as chorizo, chilli jam, basil and Swiss cheese.

Cesar’s Café, Florey

Empanadas and coffee are specialties of this suburban gem. They also offer pastries as well as fresh or toasted sandwiches.


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