Denver’s best sub shops according to Reddit users

Denver will fight about sandwiches like it’s a paid position. To save you from scrolling Reddit threads until your eyes glaze over, here’s the short list of sub shops locals recommend the most — plus, what to order and quick links you can drop into your site.

Curtis Park Deli (Curtis Park)

Why it’s on the list: Consistently praised for high-quality Italian sandwiches.
What to order: The Italian (go classic — don’t overthink it).
Best for: When you want a legit Italian sub that doesn’t miss.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Curtis+Park+Deli+Denver

Carmine Lonardo’s Italian Deli (Lakewood)

Why it’s on the list: Redditors regularly call it the best, authentic, old-school Italian deli around.
What to order: Whatever their classic Italian sub/hoagie option is that day — trust the program.
Best for: Old-school Italian deli vibes and people who say “this is the spot” with their whole chest.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Carmine+Lonardo%27s+Italian+Deli+Lakewood+CO

Spinelli’s Market (Park Hill)

Why it’s on the list: Excellent Italian sandwiches, with bread getting a lot of love.
What to order: An Italian sandwich (this is their headline act).
Best for: Bread people. If the bread’s bad, nothing else matters.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Spinelli%27s+Market+Denver+CO

Mead St Provisions (Wheat Ridge)

Why it’s on the list: Frequently recommended for big, high-quality sandwiches.
What to order: Chicken Caesar or the Philly (both get called out often).
Best for: When you’re hungry-hungry and want a sandwich with some heft.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Mead+St+Provisions+Wheat+Ridge+CO

Leven Deli (Civic Center/Near Denver Art Museum)

Why it’s on the list: Popular for elevated deli sandwiches near the museum area.
What to order: One of their “deli-but-make-it-fancy” sandwiches — rotate as needed.
Best for: Lunch that feels a little nicer without turning into a whole event.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Leven+Deli+Denver+CO

Dimestore Delibar (Downtown Denver)

Why it’s on the list: Often described as underrated — but consistently high-quality.
What to order: Any of the deli-style sandwiches (this is where they shine).
Best for: People who like saying, “How have you not been here yet?”
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Dimestore+Delibar+Denver+CO

Subculture (Capitol Hill)

Why it’s on the list: Highly recommended for diverse, specialized subs.
What to order: One of the specialty subs (skip “basic” here — that’s not the point).
Best for: When you want variety and something beyond the standard Italian/club routine.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Subculture+Capitol+Hill+Denver

Little Arthur’s (Highlands — inside Chapel)

Why it’s on the list: Popular for hoagies, and people go out of their way for it.
What to order: A hoagie (obviously).
Best for: A top-tier sandwich in a “wait, it’s inside what?” location.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Little+Arthur%27s+Chapel+Denver

NY Deli News (East Denver)

Why it’s on the list: Known for classic New York-style deli sandwiches.
What to order: A classic NY deli sandwich (go pastrami/corned beef-style if you’re doing it right).
Best for: Big, classic deli energy and sandwiches that do not mess around.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=NY+Deli+News+Denver+CO

The takeaway

If you want a “best sub shop in Denver” list with minimal fluff, this is it — straight from what locals keep recommending. Start with Carmine Lonardo’s or Curtis Park Deli for Italian, hit Mead St Provisions for sheer sandwich mass, and keep Dimestore Delibar on your radar if you like being the person who “discovered” a place everyone already knows about.