Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 2,166 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 10 sandwich shops in and around East Lansing, MI, led by TOASTE, Savvy Sliders and Conrad's Grill. Together they have 2,166 Google reviews; TOASTE has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.9. Every place on the list is in East Lansing, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
House-made focaccia and milk bread give TOASTE a concrete reason to lead this sandwich list in East Lansing, MI. The family-owned cafe pairs those breads with house-made spreads and sauces, and its 4.9 Google rating across 218 reviews supports the top spot. One reviewer calls its sandwiches some of their favorites, while others praise the coffee and lunch setting. Vegetarian options broaden the choices, and honey-and-butter-glazed milk bread toasts offer a sweet or savory addition to a sandwich order.
House-made sandwich breads
House-made spreads
Vegetarian options
“Great experience. The staff was very friendly, and the ambience was great to study and have lunch in.”
Freshly made sliders and reviews praising freshness and fast service earn Savvy Sliders the No. 2 spot. At 235 Albert Ave in East Lansing, MI, the counter-service shop serves the Savvy Classic Angus Beef slider alongside fried chicken fingers, with vegetarian options also available. Its 4.7-star Google rating from 94 reviews supports the placement. Lunch, dinner, and late-night food make it useful across the day, while takeout, delivery, and casual dine-in seating offer several ways to eat.
Freshly made sliders
Late-night food
Counter service
“Just drove from Grand Rapids to come here and the hours clearly says open on Sunday. Well nope the doors are locked and no one here at 5pm. Thanks Savy!”
Late-night hours help Conrad's Grill earn rank 3: this counter-service spot in East Lansing, MI stays open until 2 a.m. daily and 2:30 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. Its no-frills menu includes wraps, burgers, salads and fried sides, with one reviewer calling the wraps “huge and delicious,” though another criticized reduced portions. A 4.4-star Google rating across 521 reviews adds support, while dine-in, takeout and delivery options make it useful for lunch or a late bite.
Made-to-order toasted sandwiches and helpful counter service earn Potbelly the No. 4 spot. At 233 E Grand River Ave in East Lansing, MI, this retro-style shop holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 351 reviews. One reviewer enjoyed the Italian and appreciated that it arrived toasted; others praised fast, friendly service and flexibility with pickup changes. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., it offers dine-in, takeout and delivery, with salads, baked goods and vegetarian options rounding out the menu.
Toasted to order
Flexible pickup service
Open until 10
“The man that looks like Frank Gallagher is a great manager ! Such a hard worker !!! Big Eli”
Freshly sliced meats and cheeses anchor Kroger Deli’s sandwich offerings at 1550 W Lake Lansing Rd in East Lansing, MI. Its handcrafted sandwiches, salads, and prepared sides earn it the No. 5 spot, supported by a 4.4-star Google rating from 28 reviews. Takeout, delivery, and in-store pickup give customers several ways to order, while free lot parking adds convenience. Party platters and ready-to-serve foods extend the selection beyond individual meals to gatherings and weekly meal preparation.
Breakfast sandwiches get a specific nod from one reviewer at Panera Bread, which earns No. 6 for its sandwich offerings, flexible dining options, and 4.1-star Google rating across 42 reviews. At 651 N Shaw Ln in East Lansing, MI, the counter-service bakery and cafe offers sandwiches alongside salads, bread, and coffee, with vegan and vegetarian options available. Dine-in seating, takeout, and free WiFi add practical appeal, while weekday opening hours begin at 7 a.m.
Breakfast sandwich praise
Free WiFi
Dine-in and takeout
“Classic standard Panera. Their breakfast sandwiches are their best IMO. Wis the lemondrop cookies were back!”
Sub and club sandwiches, a low price level, and counter service give Jimmy John's at 643 E Grand River Ave in East Lansing, MI its practical appeal at No. 7. One reviewer praised the sandwiches and described it as a quick, inexpensive lunch stop. Vegetarian options and signature potato chips round out the choices, while dine-in, takeout, and delivery offer several ways to order. Its 3.8-star Google rating across 207 reviews reflects mixed feedback, including complaints about delivery delays and early closures.
Sub and club sandwiches
Vegetarian options
Dine-in and takeout
“Update: Accidently ordered from this location again, UGH. Still the same issue with Delivery taking hours. Today was a new one though, I got a text that they were delivering with UBER. I was able to watch them drive all over before arriv…”
Late-night hours and a low listed price level earn Jimmy John's its No. 8 spot. At 143 N Harrison Rd #100 in East Lansing, MI, this counter-service shop specializes in sub and club sandwiches, with vegetarian options and signature potato chips available. It stays open until 3 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday and midnight the other nights. Takeout, delivery, and catering add convenience, while one reviewer praised the team for assembling a large platter in 10 minutes for a last-minute event.
Late-night hours
Vegetarian options
Takeout and delivery
“Great food if you like your orderto be wrong and for it to be near impossible to get a refund”
Daily 10 a.m.–10 p.m. hours and low-tier pricing help Jimmy John's earn the No. 9 spot as a practical sandwich stop in East Lansing, MI. The counter-service shop at 1595 W Lake Lansing Rd specializes in subs and club sandwiches, with signature potato chips and vegetarian options available. Dine-in, takeout, and delivery cover several ways to order, while free lot parking simplifies pickup. One reviewer specifically praises getting takeout sandwiches here on the drive home; its Google rating is 3.7 from 339 reviews.
Subs and clubs
Vegetarian options
Free lot parking
“Brisket is just roast beef which left my mom and husband shitting all night multiple missing ingredients on 3/4 subs chicken was texture of canned chicken would only refund 1 sandwich it was also $40 for this terrible experience”
Build-your-own sandwiches, lower-cost pricing and daily 9 a.m.–11 p.m. hours earn Subway its No. 10 spot. At 1100 E Grand River Ave in East Lansing, MI, this counter-service location offers dine-in, takeout and delivery, plus catering for larger orders. Its Google rating is 3.6 out of 5 from 182 reviews. The provided positive reviews highlight an above-average Subway experience and a “bubbly and fun” sandwich maker, adding a service-based reason to consider this location.
Build-your-own sandwiches
Open until 11
Lower-cost pricing
“Never had any issues it’s an above average subway will definitely be going back.”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each sandwich shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the East Lansing category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Sandwich Shops in East Lansing, MI: common questions
Which sandwich shop in East Lansing, MI has the highest Google rating?
TOASTE at 1385 E Grand River Ave leads the listed shops with 4.9 stars from 218 reviews. Savvy Sliders follows at 4.7 from 94 reviews, while Grand Traverse Pie Company has 4.5 from a substantially larger 766 reviews.
Where can I get sandwiches or wraps late at night in East Lansing, MI?
Conrad’s Grill at 1219 E Grand River Ave opens at 11 a.m. daily and closes at 2:30 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday. Jimmy John’s at 643 E Grand River Ave and 143 N Harrison Rd #100 lists closing times of 3 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday and midnight Sunday through Tuesday.
Which sandwich shops open early in East Lansing, MI?
Big Apple Bagels at 248 E Saginaw St opens at 6 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. on weekends. Panera Bread at 651 N Shaw Ln opens at 7 a.m. Monday through Friday and serves breakfast sandwiches, which one reviewer specifically praised.
Where can I find house-made bread or toasted sandwiches in East Lansing, MI?
TOASTE makes sandwiches with house-made focaccia and milk bread, also called shokupan, alongside house-made spreads and sauces. Potbelly specializes in made-to-order toasted sandwiches; one reviewer specifically enjoyed its toasted Italian sandwich.
Which sandwich shops in East Lansing, MI offer vegetarian options and family amenities?
Grand Traverse Pie Company and Panera Bread both offer vegetarian options, children’s menus, and high chairs. TOASTE and Potbelly also offer vegetarian options and high chairs. Panera additionally lists vegan offerings.
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