Compact cafe serving breakfast as well as a variety of wraps, specialty salads & sandwiches. Based on 211 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $
✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
1720 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: (510) 836-0703
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Hours
| Friday | 10 AM–3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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10 AM–3:30 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 10 AM–3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–3:30 PM |
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Reviews
Ashley Lawless
Ok this was my first time and I had doubts but I must say the first bite I fell in love definitely will return oh and I ordered the brisket
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Howard Finfer
I’d have given a few more dollars for more. It was good but after eating the entire sandwich I was still relatively hungry. Was expecting one of those places where you get a sandwich, eat half and get full and have more for later.
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Lea Marie Dandan
The Lunch Box probably makes the best sandwiches in the world in my opinion. I live right around the corner and always pass by them. There’s always a crowd waiting outside their storefront. They have picnic benches for those who are waiting or want to eat outside. It’s a great place to pick up lunch and go somewhere to eat like Lake Merritt.
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Bethany Elliott
Super delicious, even for the vegetarian! I got an avocado and cheese on dutch crust and wow, so good. They even have my dog a few slices of turkey for being cute. Can’t wait until I’m back in the area!
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Meghan McNeil
Ma and Pop sandwich shop with delicious sandwiches. Went there for lunch with my coworkers and everyone had wonderful things to say about their food. Will definitely come back again!
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Denise Renee Johnson
The best place for a hearty sandwich in Uptown Oakland. Great down-to-Earth staff and the finest ingredients are used for one worth-every-penny sandwich. This is the place to go if you want to be full. For me, one sandwich covers my lunch and dinner. Excellent! Photos of the Meatball sandwich. Huge meatballs covered in melted Provolone with veggies and a fine wheat roll. Healthy and hearty!
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Rachael T
Disgusting. A slathering of mayo does not belong on an eggplant sandwich. Who would even think to ask for no mayo as no one in their right mind would add it. Their menu should explicitly state what they put on a sandwich. Mayo was not mentioned.
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Michael Cohen
While there are a ton of sandwich options in Downtown Oakland, ranging from national chains to state chains, Lunch Box is by far the best. Offering amazing classic sandwiches, wraps, salads, and a selection of daily soups. They also make their own brisket, pastrami, and roast their own turkey. My goto sandwiches are the American (ham and turkey), brisket, and meatball, but when trying to eat healthier I like the turkey avocado wrap on spinach. My favorite soups are the chicken wild rice, baked potato bacon, and tomato bisque. Also recommend checking out the huge chips and candy selection before you leave.
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Hugh Rutherford
Apparently the Lunch Box has been around for a while, but as a lunch only establishment I hadn’t had a chance to try it until recently. I’m glad I did, because Lunch Box has some of the best sandwiches in Oakland and is a great deal! As a vegetarian, the roasted eggplant is my go to (pictured below). People in the office have also gotten the turkey and like it as well. They have a huge selection of chips, drinks and other snacks to compliment a fully customizable sandwich menu. Staff are all friendly and approachable, really cool spot overall. Highly recommend.
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Mike Warren
Classic deli with great sammies. There’s soup and salad options, and cold drinks, too.
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