Ike's - Long Beach

I have to give them credit for having the best gluten-free bread; I’d give a star just for that. I tried the Matt Cain sandwich, but honestly, it was one of the... read more I have to give them credit for having the best gluten-free bread; I’d give a star just for that. I tried the Matt Cain sandwich, but honestly, it was one of the worst sandwiches I've ever had. Compared to places like Panini's, Jersey Mike's, and Jimmy John's, there’s just no comparison in terms of flavor. Their slogan says, "This is not your momma’s sandwich shop," which made me laugh. But paying $20 for a sandwich, chips, and a soda? Not worth it.

Great visit and experience super friendly staff and a fantastic sandwich. Got a dirtbag sandwich and it was awesome, the bread is more than just a delivery syst... read more Great visit and experience super friendly staff and a fantastic sandwich. Got a dirtbag sandwich and it was awesome, the bread is more than just a delivery system for the filling of your sandwich and that makes a difference. Key factor of a well made sandwich, it doesn't fall apart and this didn't either. Worth the price tag but not an every day eating spot because of it as well.

Away from home, and hungry, I meet someone that recommends Ike's for a late lunch. I ask about Vegan options. The person doesn't know. Ike's Love Sandwiches is... read more Away from home, and hungry, I meet someone that recommends Ike's for a late lunch. I ask about Vegan options. The person doesn't know. Ike's Love Sandwiches is near so I check the menu. Ike's has a huge selection of sandwiches, many of which are Veganizable. The Day Off tastes so good! I have to ask employees if I'm eating actual Swiss Cheese (it's Vegan Cheese). A lollipop comes with my meal. Tractor's teas are really tasty! A person can dine-in without a mask though has to wear a mask at all other times indoors. Customer service is really on point. Ike's seems to be a go to sandwich spot in Long Beach (at least for The Day Off sandwich). I enjoy a good sandwich-sub type meal from time to time. Ike's accepts Samsung Pay.

I've been living in Long Beach for about a year now and finally decided to try Ike's! I ordered a tuna sandwich and a vegetarian meatball sub on house bread to... read more I've been living in Long Beach for about a year now and finally decided to try Ike's! I ordered a tuna sandwich and a vegetarian meatball sub on house bread to share with my girlfriend. The tuna sandwich was decent, but the house bread was a bit too sweet for my liking. Still, I managed to eat my half. It has a sugary crumble topping that adds to the sweetness. However, the meatball sub was completely different from what I had expected. I could only take two bites before I had to throw it away. I definitely wouldn't recommend this sandwich, especially considering the price—I spent $27 just on the two sandwiches!

The sandwiches here are quite tasty, and they have some of the better vegetarian options available. However, if I'm being honest, I think they could be more gen... read more The sandwiches here are quite tasty, and they have some of the better vegetarian options available. However, if I'm being honest, I think they could be more generous with the filling. For instance, the turkey sandwiches are thick, around an inch, but the amount of protein in the BLT is usually just a thin slice. I often leave still feeling hungry after my meal, and that's been true for the few sandwiches I've tried. Because of this, I don't anticipate returning anytime soon—except perhaps to pick up some of their outstanding bread. The bread is truly fantastic!