In honor of National Sandwich Month in August, here are some loaded sammies that are too good to pass up:
Dixie Grill BBQ and Crab Shack
Dixie Grill BBQ and Crab Shack’s Sandwich Fest runs through the end of August. Select sandwiches and a side of your choice are available for $17.95.
Popular options include soft-shell crab and bacon; shrimp po’boy; and adult grilled cheese with pepper jack, Swiss, provolone cheese and a fried cheese skirt. Side dishes include cornbread, Brussels sprouts and smoked mac and cheese.
Dixie Grill BBQ and Crab Shack
99-016 Kamehameha Hwy., Aiea
808-485-2722
dixiegrill.com
Instagram: @dixiegrillhi
Artizen by MW
Artizen by MW is a popular destination for takeout dishes like mochi-crusted Mrs. Cheng’s Tofu ($15), loco loco ($18) and “Hawaiian Plate” fried rice ($18). Its bubu arare garlic chicken sandwich ($16) — jidori garlic chicken, onions, namasu and furikake mayo with french fries on the side — is especially popular.
Artizen by MW
888 Kapiolani Blvd. Ste. 102, Honolulu
808-524-0499
artizenbymw.com
Instagram: @artizenbymw
Lei Lei’s Bistro
This Kalihi-based food truck is known for its loaded sandwiches.
Feast on signature options like the Benjam’in ($15 sandwich, $17 meal) — Boar’s Head turkey, bacon, provolone, fresh-roasted garlic aioli, romaine, red onions and tomatoes — and Andor ($15 sandwich, $17 meal). The latter is a Pork Sloppy Philly with provolone and Cheez Whiz with diced peppers and onions. Meals include the sandwich, housemade chips and choice of lemonade or iced tea.
The biz also offers sandwich platters for catering.
Lei Lei’s Bistro
439 mokauea st., honolulu
808-562-6390
instagram: @leileisbistro
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop
Located in Kuono Marketplace, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop offers a variety of sandwiches, ranging from cheesesteaks to turkey subs.
Customer favorites include The Bobbie ($9.99-$26.99), American wagyu French dip ($10.49-$27.99) and classic Italian ($9.99-$26.99). The Bobbie is one of the signature menu items, and it comprises slow-roasted hand-pulled turkey topped with cranberry sauce, handmade stuffing and mayo.
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop
4210 Waialae Ave. Ste. 107, Honolulu
808-739-0960
order.capriottis.com
Instagram: @capriottishawaii