52 Calgary Sandwiches For Each Week of the Year

by Alana Willerton

Challenge yourself to try a different savoury or sweet sandwich every week of the year in Calgary.

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For some (ahem, this author), having a sandwich is a weekly occurrence. If that’s the case for you too, or if you want to up your sandwich game this year, we’re here to help with a sandwich option to try each week of the year. And just to keep things fresh, we’ve thrown a few sweet sandwich options into the mix, too.

 

Cake Sandwich from 8 Cakes

 

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Switch up your sandwich routine with something sweet like a cake sandwich from 8 Cakes, which features icing sandwiched between slices of cake. The treat comes in rotating flavours that have included cookies and cream, chocolate strawberry and birthday cake.

529 Riverfront Ave. S.E., 403-455-2253, 8cakes.com

 

California Sandwich from Allen Sandwich & Coffee

This meaty sandwich filled with turkey, chicken and bacon (as well as veggies, guacamole and spicy mayo) is just the thing to satisfy your next lunch craving.

120, 5403 Crowchild Tr. N.W., 587-317-2791, allensandwichcoffee.com

 

Hot Chicken Sandwich from Alumni

Love a hot chicken sandwich, but not sure if you can take the heat? At Alumni, you can customize your heat level (quarter, half, full or extra spice) so that every bite of this sandwich filled with fried chicken, pickles, slaw and comeback sauce is just right.

725 17 Ave. S.W., 403-455-7255, alumnisandwiches.com

 

Steak Frites Twist from Around the Bend

If you’re a pretzel fan, you have to try this roast beef sandwich from Around the Bend that’s served on a fluffy, salty pretzel bun.

Unit 116, 8400 Blackfoot Tr. S.E., 403-523-0989, aroundthebend.ca

 

Southwest Chicken Sandwich from The Beltliner

 

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This Beltline diner serves a mean southwest chicken sandwich with grilled Cajun chicken, smash avocado, pickled red onion and more.

243 12 Ave. S.W., 587-955-1555, thebeltliner.ca

 

Smokey Southern Melt from Big T’s BBQ

Dip this sandwich filled with brisket, sautéed peppers, cheese and onions in au jus for a satisfying and meaty barbecue experience.

Multiple locations, bigtsbbq.com

 

Tandoori Chicken Sandwich from Birdie

 

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Birdie specializes in chicken sandwiches, so you know they know how to make them right. There are several chicken sandwich options to try, including the tandoori chicken sandwich with mint and tandoori sauce.

920 Northmount Dr. N.W. and The District at Beltline, 227 11 Ave. S.W., birdieyyc.com

 

Neapolitan Ice Cream Sandwich from Biscettes Cookie Co.

Save this sandwich option for a sunny day. The local cookie company takes its signature cookie offerings and creates ice cream sandwiches like this one, which is a decadent treat featuring chocolate and vanilla cookies, strawberry ice cream, chocolate curls and chocolate ganache.

1516 6 St. S.W., 403-454-6200, biscettes.com

 

Shrimp Po’ Boy from Blowers & Grafton

A sandwich with Guinness beer-batter shrimp? Say less. Try it at this restaurant inspired by Halifax street food.

Multiple locations, blowersgrafton.com

 

Vietnamese Beef Dip from Bonjour Saigon

Blending Vietnamese and French flavours, Bonjour Saigon captures that fusion in dishes like the Vietnamese beef dip, which features braised brisket with a serving of Mama Hoa’s beef stew for dipping.

3, 3616 52 Ave. N.W., 403-732-6072, 403-732-6072, bonjoursaigonyyc.com

 

Miami Cubano from Bread & Brew

 

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Head downtown to get your hands on this mouthwatering sandwich featuring slow-roasted pork, ham, cheese and more on ciabatta bread.

201, 440 2 Ave. S.W., @bread.brew.yyc

 

Lola Burger from Bro’kin Yolk Express

Bro’s To Go recently rebranded as Bro’Kin Yolk Express, so it’s a great time to revisit incredible sandwiches like the Lola Burger with a house-made longanisa pork patty and egg.

303, 4820 Northland Dr. N.W., 403-300-2246, brostogo.ca

 

The Roast Beef Sandwich from Canela

Local vegan bakery Canela makes this vegan take on a roast beef sandwich with Veghammer roast beef slices and Chao cheese, as well as fresh veggies, ketchup and vegan mayo.

1319 9 Ave. S.E., 403-226-4199, canelayyc.com

 

Prosciutto Sandwich from Chachi’s

Chachi’s has a variety of sandwiches served on bagels, ciabatta bread or focaccia. We’ve got our eye on the prosciutto sandwich with toppings like provolone, arugula and fig jam served on focaccia.

Multiple locations, chachis.ca

 

Tofu Banh Mi from Chè Bống

 

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Head to this Chinatown restaurant to chow down on banh mi options like the tofu sub on a toasted baguette, then finish off your meal with one of the Vietnamese desserts.

103, 108 3 Ave. S.W., 403-474-1175, chebong.com

 

Mother Clucker from Cluck N Cleaver

Cluck N Cleaver means business with its 1/3-lb chicken sandwiches. There are a few options to choose from, but if you like a bit of heat, go for the Mother Clucker, which is tossed in hot sauce and complemented with blue cheese mayo, pickles and coleslaw.

1511 14 St. S.W., 403-266-2067 and 210, 151 Walden Gate S.E., 403-910-0052, cluckncleaver.com

 

Tom O’s Sandwich from Cold Beer & Pizza

This restaurant may be best known for its Roman-style pizza, but did you know it also offers sandwiches? Try options like the Tom O’s filled with tomato, pesto and fresh mozzarella.

102, 1019 17 Ave. S.W., 825-540-1434, coldbeerpizza.com

 

Mint Chip Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwich from D’Served

Cool down with an ice cream sandwich from D’Served. Along with featured flavours, the ice cream sandwich company makes classics like this mint chip chocolate one.

Available at its ice cream cart by the Peace Bridge, at local retailers, through online order pickup and delivery, dserved.ca

 

Applewood Smoked Brisket Sandwich from Doughlicious

Visit Doughlicious on a Friday or Saturday starting at 11 a.m. to experience its barbecue menu, which includes this applewood smoked brisket sandwich.

4140 6 St. N.E., 403-230-5160, doughlicious.ca

 

Egg Sandwich from Egg Club

Start your morning off right with one of Egg Club’s egg sandwiches, which come in a variety of flavours featuring everything from thick-cut bacon to lobster.

140 11 Ave. S.W., 403-230-9100 and 3, 8720 Macleod Tr. S.E., 403-452-7889, eggclub.ca

 

Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich from Empire Provisions

Tuck into Empire Provisions’ Montreal smoked meat sandwich (complete with smoked beef brisket, beer mustard and Emmental cheese on sourdough bread), then pick up some local food products, freezer items or meats and cheeses before heading home.

8409 Elbow Dr. S.W., 403-244-0570, empireprovisions.com

 

The Sando from Flirty Bird

Specializing in Nashville hot chicken dishes, Flirty Bird’s chicken sandwich is available in six different heat levels.

Multiple locations, flirtybirdchicken.com

 

Grumans Famous Reuben from Grumans Deli

Take this sandwich served on grilled rye to the next level by making it “Zaidy size,” which adds two more ounces of smoked meat for $3 more.

5103 Elbow Dr. S.W., 403-452-6561, grumansbritannia.ca

 

CB+H Sandwich from Holy Grill

Each Holy Grill location offers a selection of all-day breakfast dishes, and while the options may vary depending on the location, you’ll find the CB+H Sandwich with corned beef, a hash brown patty and more toppings on the menu at the Centre Street and Silverado restaurants.

1020, 19369 Sheriff King St. S.W., 587-352-5817 and 140, 1000 Centre St. N., 403-215-2152; holygrill.ca

 

The Salty Dog Ice Cream Sandwich from Holysh*t Icecream Sandwiches

An ice cream sandwich that sandwiches salted caramel and vanilla ice cream between two slices of brownie? Count us in.

Order pickup at 4517 1 St. S.E., holyshiticecream.ca

 

Beef Satay Submarine from Kim Anh Vietnamese Submarines

Kim Anh’s is a popular destination for Vietnamese subs on 17th Avenue S.W., with options like the popular beef satay submarine with customizable toppings.

626 17 Ave. S.W., 403-228-2380

 

Soft-shell Crab Katsu Sando from Koko Japanese Eatery + Convenience

Koko offers a line of Japanese-style sandwiches, including one filled with seasonal fruit. If you’re feeling savoury, try the soft-shell crab katsu sando featuring panko-fried soft-shell crab.

620A 17 Ave. S.W., @eatkoko.co

 

The Krooked Melt from Krooked Provisions

Krooked Provisions serves up comfort food like the mouthwatering grilled Krooked Melt sandwich that’s loaded with toppings like Calabrese, ham, cumin jalapeno kraut, Swiss cheese and more.

Inside Fresh and Local Market and Kitchens, 12445 Lake Fraser Dr. S.E., @krookedprovisions

 

BBQ Brisket Sandwich from Lazy Loaf & Kettle

At Lazy Loaf, you can build-your-own sandwich or opt for one of the hot sandwiches like this one made with barbecue brisket.

8 Parkdale Crescent N.W., 403-270-7810, lazyloafandkettle.com

 

Porchetta Panini from Lina’s Market

Lina’s Market has several locations where you can pick up groceries, house-made products and bites like the porchetta panini, which features roasted porchetta, barbecue peppers, capers and lemon dill aioli on a ciabatta loaf.

Multiple locations, linasmarket.com

 

Tonkatsu Sando from Lonely Mouth

Pair a creative cocktail with the tonkatsu sando with Bulldog BBQ sauce on your next visit to this Concorde Entertainment Group restaurant.

528 17 Ave. S.W., lonelymouthbar.com

 

Porchetta Sandwich from Meat & Bread

 

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The day that Vancouver-born Meat & Bread landed in Calgary was a good day for sandwich fans. Try the popular porchetta sandwich with crackling and salsa verde.

821 1 St. S.W., 403-764-6225, meatandbread.com

 

Pho Grilled Cheese from Một Tô

The only thing better than a tasty grilled cheese (filled with beef, cheese, caramelized onions and basil) is a tasty grilled cheese you can dip into a shot of pho broth. Thankfully, you can do that at Một Tô.

1609 Centre St. N.W., 825-910-8488, mottovietnamese.com

 

Seoulful Bulgogi Sandwich from My Piknic Sandwich Café

 

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This picnic-inspired sandwich shop in Brentwood serves sandwiches that are packed with fresh, colourful fillings. That extends to the Seoulful Bulgogi sandwich, which is bursting with beef bulgogi, lettuce, tomato, cheese, red cabbage and Dijon mayo.

255 Brentwood Pl. N.W., 403-999-5530, mypiknic.ca

 

Traditional Cut Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich from Myhre’s

 

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This local deli serves a variety of Montreal smoked meat sandwiches in sizes that range from the half cut (four ounces) to the executive cut (14 ounces). If you want a happy medium, the traditional cut is eight ounces and served on rye bread.

1411 11 St. S.W., 403-244-6602, myhresdeli.com

 

Long Beach Chicken Club Sandwich from National

Filled with achiote chicken, bacon, avocado and more, this sandwich is a delicious option on your next visit to National.

Multiple locations, ntnl.ca

 

Nick’s Steak Sandwich from Nick’s Steakhouse & Pizza

It wouldn’t be a proper sandwich list without at least one steak sandwich. Nick’s Steakhouse & Pizza’s eight-ounce steak sandwich is enjoyed on a garlic toast slice.

2430 Crowchild Tr. N.W., 403-282-9278, nickssteakandpizza.com

 

Elvis Sandwich from PB and J YYC

Channel your inner Elvis Presley as you dig into this panini grilled sandwich that combines a bit of salty and sweet with peanut butter, bananas and caramel sauce

1145 Kensington Cres. N.W., 825-733-4889, pbandjyyc.ca

 

Joe’s Special from Peppino

Mortadella, Calabrese salami, capicollo — Peppino’s Joe’s Special has all this and more.

Multiple locations, peppinogourmet.com

 

Bánh Mì from Pho Dau Bo

At this restaurant along International Avenue, choose from sate beef, sate chicken, grilled pork or tofu to enjoy with a range of veggie fillings in a Vietnamese sub.

110, 4909 17 Ave S.E., 403-272-5160, phodaubovietnamese.com

 

Croissandwich from Poésie

 

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Combining a croissant and an ice cream sandwich, this Kensington bakery sandwiches your choice of gelato or sorbet between two croissants for a treat that combines the best of both worlds.

1119 Kensington Rd. N.W., 587-226-8091, poesieco.ca

 

Japa Katsu Sandwich from Redheads Japa Cafe

You won’t be surprised that this katsu sandwich is a top seller at Redheads Japa Cafe once you take a bite of the breaded pork tenderloin, tonkatsu sauce, shredded cabbage, mayo, mustard and white bread.

105, 638 11 Ave. S.W., 403-532-0600, redheadscafe.com

 

Banh Mi #6 — House Special Đặc Biệt from Saigon Deli

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This banh mi was recommended on Avenue‘s 2025 list of the best things to eat and drink in Calgary. Try it “with extra mayo,” as writer Carmen Cheng does.

4527 8 Ave. S.E., 403-273-8820, saigondeliab.com

 

Bombay Fried Chicken Sammie from Sammie’s

 

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Don’t miss trying this fried chicken sandwich with a hot honey butter and curry spice on your next visit to Sammie’s in Marda Loop.

2205 33 Ave. S.W., 403-457-9682, sammiecafe.ca

 

Meatball Parm from Scozzafava’s Deli

Go for one of Scozzafava’s hot sandwiches like the meatball parm, which is bursting with pork and beef meatballs, mozzarella, parmesan, marinara sauce and more.

1004 17 Ave. S.W., scozzafavasdeli.com

 

Salmon Sandwich from Sidewalk Citizen

Try the salmon sandwich on sourdough bread or a brioche bun at Sidewalk Citizen, then go for a walk along the Bow River to complete your morning.

618 Confluence Way S.E., 403-457-2245, sidewalkcitizenbakery.com

 

Cutlet Parmigiana from Spolumbo’s

Swing by Spolumbo’s on a weekday to make sure you can get the cutlet parmigiana, which promises to be a satisfying feast with its two pork cutlets, melted Provolone, tomato sauce and grated parmesan.

1308 9 Ave. S.E., 403-264-6452, spolumbos.com

 

Buckin’ Brocc from Super Variety

Vegetarians (or any sandwich fans) have a great sandwich option in Super Variety’s Buckin’ Brocc, which features charred broccolini, crispy halloumi and more on focaccia bread.

1327A 9 Ave. S.E., 403-300-1566, supervariety.ca

 

Spicy Sate Chicken Sub from Thai Thien

A favourite amongst the Avenue team, this Vietnamese sub is packed with veggies, sauces and, of course, spicy sate chicken.

811A 1 St. S.W., 403-263-4080

 

Assorted Bánh Mì from Thi Thi Vietnamese Submarine

 

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This Chinatown restaurant has been serving delicious Vietnamese subs for more than three decades. There are tons of options including the assorted bánh mì with sausage, ham, pate and your choice of veggie toppings.

209 1 St. S.E., 403-265-5452, @banh.mi.thi.thi

 

B.E.L.T. Sandwich from Vegan Street

Sometimes, all you want for brunch is a sandwich. This tasty one is available on Vegan Street’s Saturday and Sunday brunch menu.

1413 9 Ave. S.E., 403-454-3287, veganstreet.ca

 

Truffle Jambon from Wayne’s Bagels

The bagelwiches at Wayne’s Bagels, including this one with French ham and truffled mushrooms, are made with authentic Montreal-style bagels.

Multiple locations, @waynesbagelsyyc

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