Food & Drink

Who makes the best sandwiches in Macon? Here are 6 spots that are sure to please.

Stop by Macon’s Fountain of Juice for favorites like the California Club sandwich with roasted red pepper and tomato soup, and wash it all down with a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice.
Stop by Macon’s Fountain of Juice for favorites like the California Club sandwich with roasted red pepper and tomato soup, and wash it all down with a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice. Jenna Findlan, The Telegraph

If you love a good sandwich, you’re in loaf. I mean, luck.

There’s white, wheat and sourdough. There’s turkey, ham or a BLT. There’s the classic PB&J, comforting grilled cheese or the gourmet Cuban.

Whatever your sandwich of choice is, it probably hits the spot every time.

Here are some of the best places to chow down on a sandwich in the Macon area according to TripAdvisor reviews:

Oliver’s Corner Bistro

Where: 496 2nd Street, Macon, GA 31201

Yelp Rating: 4.5/5 stars

Review: “Honestly one of the best Reubens and mac & cheese that I’ve tried,” said Alejandro.

Best sandwiches on the menu: Reuben sandwich, turkey sandwich and salmon sandwich

M&M Sandwich and Pastry Shop

Where: 3045 Vineville Ave, Macon, GA 31204

Yelp Rating: 5/5 stars

Review: “The lobster sandwich was definitely a 10/10. Will be ordering here again very soon,” said Sontonia.

Best sandwiches on the menu: lobster sandwich and the club sandwich

Sid’s Sandwich Shop

A Reuben sandwich and bowl of vegetable soup from Sid’s Sandwich Shop in Macon are featured in this Telegraph file photo. Sid’s is set to reopen after a long closure due to the pandemic.
A Reuben sandwich and bowl of vegetable soup from Sid’s Sandwich Shop in Macon are featured in this Telegraph file photo. Sid’s is set to reopen after a long closure due to the pandemic. Telegraph

Where: 1510 Forsyth Street, Macon, GA 31201

Yelp Rating: 4/5 stars

Review: “Sid’s puts out a very quality sandwich for a very fair price and the customer service is consistently on point,” said Robert.

Best sandwiches on the menu: Reuben, egg salad or turkey sandwich

Fountain of Juice

Stop by Macon’s Fountain of Juice for favorites like the California Club sandwich with roasted red pepper and tomato soup, and wash it all down with a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice.
Stop by Macon’s Fountain of Juice for favorites like the California Club sandwich with roasted red pepper and tomato soup, and wash it all down with a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice. Jenna Findlan, The Telegraph

Where: 4123 Forsyth Road Suite I, Macon, GA 31210

Yelp Rating: 4.5/5 stars

Review: “Always on point. The food is among the best you’ll get in Middle GA and the service is top notch. You will pay accordingly, but you will also be back. Kid friendly as well,” said Troy.

Best sandwiches on the menu: Candied bacon BLT or the Cali club

Harp and Bowl La Bistro

Where: 520 Mulberry Street, Macon, GA 31201

Yelp Rating: 4.5/5 stars

Review: “Great little shop with amazing sandwiches and a healthy vibe,” said Lara.

Best sandwiches on the menu: chicken salad sandwich or the mango chicken chutney sandwich

Gateway Cafe

Where: inside Gateway Plaza bldg, 300 Mulberry Street, Suite 102, Macon, GA 31201

Yelp Rating: 5/5 stars

Review: “Gateway Cafe might have been the best chicken salad I’ve ever had. It was incredible,” said Blake.

Best sandwiches on the menu: chicken salad sandwich or the Reuben sandwich

Don’t see your favorite sandwich spot on the list? Let me know at cmadden@mcclatchy.com

Chelsea Madden
The Telegraph
Chelsea is a service journalism reporter who began working for McClatchy in 2022. She was born and raised in Middle Georgia and lives in Forsyth. She attended Wesleyan College for undergrad and a few years after that, went to SCAD for an MFA in writing. Outside of work, Chelsea likes to watch Netflix, read books in the thriller genre and chase her toddler around.
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