The Best Sandwiches in Marin County

Nothing quite beats a classic sandwich. With infinite possibilities for what goes inside, we know the best place to start is with some freshly baked bread. 

The 2025 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is Michael’s Sourdough Sandwiches (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Sandwich picks see below.

Our 2025 Dining category sponsor is Rodney Strong. View the rest of the Dining category here.

We’ve broken it down by region: Southern, Central, Northern and West Marin.

Southern 

Mill Valley – Sausalito

Central

San Rafael

Northern

Novato

West

Marshall

Southern Marin

Antone’s East Coast Sub Shop

Mill Valley

Photo courtesy of Antone’s Sub Shop

Located right on Miller, Antone’s East Coast Club Shop boats “true East Coast subs” by a family that knows how. Try one of their classic Italian sausage, pastrami, veggie or chicken parm sandwiches.

558 Miller Ave, Mill Valley,  415.888.3585

Davey Jones Deli

Sausalito

Davey Jones Deli, Sausalito
Photo courtesy of Davey Jones Deli

Stationed in the New Bait Shop Market, Davey Jones Deli offers house-roasted sandwich meats, healthier condiments and organic vegetables; the deli serves generously-sized sandwiches, wraps and salads with vegetarian, vegan and meat-lover options. The shop stays open late, too, for those nights when you need a sandwich and a soda ’round midnight.

1 Gate 6 Rd, Sausalito, 415.331.2282

Mill Valley Market

Mill Valley

Photo courtesy of Mill Valley Market

By way of grocery delis, Mill Valley Market does it right. Their large selection of meats, veggies, spreads, cheeses and bread from the best suppliers makes for high-quality sandwiches.

12 Corte Madera Ave, Mill Valley, 415.388.3222

Central Marin

Andy’s Local Market Loch Lomand

San Rafael

Photo courtesy of Andy’s Local Market

Serving quality eats, service and catering to Marin County for over 17 years now, Andy’s Local Market is owned and run by San Rafael native Andy Bachich. Stop by for one of their famous sandwiches or build your own from a large selection of ingredients.

75 Loch Lomond Dr, San Rafael, 415.456.5730

Andy’s Local Market Sun Valley

Additional location, Andy’s Local Market is owned and run by San Rafael native Andy Bachich. Stop by for one of their famous sandwiches or build your own from a large selection of ingredients.

2202 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, 415.456.5731

Belly Deli

San Rafael

Belly Deli, San Rafael, Sandwiches
Photo courtesy of Belly Deli Instagram

Belly Deli offers gourmet sandwiches and international cuisine. Features ready-to-eat deli items, grab-and-go farm-to-fork salads, and seasonal panini-style sandwiches, continuing the legacy of Steve’s signature Italian sandwiches.

1304 Second St, San Rafael, 415.785.7487

Michael’s Sourdough Sandwiches

San Rafael

As the name implies, their sourdough bread — brought to life with their own starter — makes for some of Marin’s favorite sandwiches many years in a row.

999 Andersen Dr, #165, San Rafael, 415.485.0964

Red Rooster Brick Oven

San Rafael

Red Rooster Brick Oven is a longtime San Rafael dining spot. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and quality food, the restaurant offers both lunch and dinner with a focus on classic, memorable dishes.

901 B St, San Rafael, 415.234.8414

Scotty’s Market

San Rafael

A family-owned market offering fresh produce, deli items, and takeout meals. Scotty’s Market is a community staple known for friendly service and quality ingredients.

620 Manuel T Freitas Pkwy, San Rafael, 415.479.2363

Woodlands Market

Kentfield

Marin’s popular upscale grocery store since 1986, offering a curated selection of organic, natural, and sustainable products. Features a popular deli with prepared foods, sandwiches, and cheeses.

735 College Ave, Kentfield, 415.457.8160

Northern Marin

Dave’s Hot Chicken

Novato

Dave’s Hot Chicken is a casual spot specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken with customizable spice levels, crispy chicken sandwiches, and classic Southern sides. Known for bold, flavorful comfort food made fresh and served fast.

140 Vintage Way Space G12, Novato, 415.878.1105

Italian Delite

Novato

Supplying the town of Novato with original Italian subs since 1977, Italian Delite is a staple lunch stop for sandwich lovers in Marin.

971 Front St, Novato, 415.892.9221

Michael’s Sourdough Sandwiches

Novato

As the name implies, their sourdough bread — brought to life with their own starter — makes for some of Marin’s favorite sandwiches many years in a row.

42 Digital Dr, #8, 415.883.5110

West Marin

Hog Island Oyster Co.

Marshall

Hog Island Oyster Company
Photo Courtesy of Hog Island Oyster Company

Although this full-service outdoor cafe at the Hog Island Oyster Farm is known for its salty half-shells, their always fresh menu sometimes offers mouthwatering seafood sandwiches to pair with its Tomales Bay views. Their sister restaurant Tony’s Seafood especially plays into these sandwich possibilities, and its current menu offers po-boys and artisan grilled cheeses in addition to impeccable raw and BBQ oysters, salads and small plates.

20215 Shoreline Hwy, Marshall, 415.663.9218

Dining Sponsor

Rodney Strong


Rodney Strong was an acknowledged visionary who understood the potential that Sonoma County’s soil and climate held for producing world-class wines and was one of the first to plant Pinot Noir in Russian River Valley and the first to produce a Chalk Hill appellation Chardonnay.