This Hole-In-The-Wall Joint Has The Best Sandwich In MD, Ranking Says

BALTIMORE, MD — In Maryland, flashy diners and ostentatious restaurants aren’t the only places to find exceptional food. According to a recent ranking, their opposites are actually a better option.

In its ranking of the 50 Best Hole-In-The-Wall Sandwich Shops In Each State, Chowhound singled out Luigi's Italian Deli in Baltimore, an Italian-inspired sandwich shop on West 36th Street.

Luigi's Italian Deli serves caprese and tortellini salads, sausage rolls, Sicilian tuna in olive oil sandwiches, pepper turkey sandwiches, imported roasted porchetta sandwiches, cannoli and tiramisu.

Here’s what some Google user reviews say about Luigi's Italian Deli:

"If you want a deli sandwich, this is the place to go. The service was prompt. The sandwich was huge. The price was right. All the ingredients were fresh and top quality."

"Big fans of Luigi's we've been ordering it from uber eats for years, never knew it was so close. The food has always been delicious and has become a staple of our lazy weekends around the house. Prices are affordable and the food is fantastic."

"Me and my partner love getting Luigi's on days we're gardening! Their sandwiches, pasta salads, and selection of drinks and chips are all so yummy. We always get the scooch and Leonardo 💕 everyone who works there is so nice and it's cute seeing neighbors gathered on the porch."

Chowhound, an influential online food community and forum dedicated to finding “undiscovered” gems hidden in a region’s food scene, said the 50 sandwich shops on the list are places “where tradition and simple care yield unforgettable flavors.”

The ranking, based on consistent praise from loyal customers on social media, press chatter, and industry awards, represents the consummate “guide to the unpretentious heart of American sandwich culture,” Chowhound said.

“Whether you’re chasing a perfectly toasted grilled cheese, a smoky barbecue sandwich, or a cold-cut masterpiece layered just right, this guide is your roadmap to discovering the hidden gems that define America's sandwich culture, one humble counter and unforgettable bite at a time,” according to Chowhound.