I had no idea this gem was here. Wandered in looking for food in the area and left with a new favorite place! Tried The Upstream and The Tone City with the French onion soup. It was AMAZING! Dip your sandwich in the onion soup and be happy. 🤤

Will be coming again soon to try the other sandwiches on the menu!

There's a thousand sandwich shops in San Antonio, but this one stands out just with pure flavor.
Amazing salads, house made cured ham sandwiches, and soups made from scratch.
The only other thing I can say is the staff is amazing and welcoming.

MUST GO!!!

We loved loved LOVED it here!!!

Great Food, Amazing Service, and over all Spectacular place!!!! HIGHLY recommend!!

We work nights so we get up later than most, so when we decided to do a cute date day with a sandwich shop or cafe, most were closed. This lovely shop however was still open till 6, which we got there at 5- we felt really bad and were worried since we were cutting it close- but the second we walked through the door we were immediately greeted by (Arthur? That was the name on the receipt I believe) the gentleman with the cool orange glasses. Not only were we greeted, but he immediately striked up conversation with us about how he used to own a snow cone shop and it was very endearing. He was already wiping down the inside of the back, pre-closing- so I was still worried since we were literally the only ones in there on a late Thursday- but that didn’t deter him one bit. He continued to recommend and talk about the menu until we decided. Which ofc he continued to talk with us throughout the whole process.

We sit down and as we’re waiting for the food (which is FRESH) we notice how clean it is! Like- dusted clean. They also have a 100 from the health inspector!

Then-
The food arrives (by the sweet and amazing Arthur ofc) and you guys-
So
GOOD!!!

I got the Herb Royale while my partner got the special of the day- a spicy Philly sandwich (each with a side salad) and it was all sooooooo good!!! Even just the dressing for the salads, much less the actual sandwiches.

When my partner took a bite of my sandwich he was so jealous haha- and not because his was bad or anything (after he finished his he actually had a tummy ache because he finished it so fast because “it was so good” lol)- but he said mine was the “best sandwich he’s ever had!” haha.

Throughout our time eating Arthur came to check on us multiple times, while also recommending their special chocolate chip brownies. There was also some regulars who came in who we originally thought were either fellow coworkers or family/friends from how friendly they were with each other.

The food was also incredibly filling- like I said my partner had a tummy ache afterwards haha and I took mine home (which I just had as a leftovers and it was good reheated as well!) (make sure to wrap in damp paper towels depending on what it is ). We haven’t tried the brownie yet unfortunately- because we were so full- but we just had to get it because Arthur kept talking about it and even mentioned how the chef was saying they looked extra good today. He even asked us if we wanted a side, corner, or center piece!!! Even though we haven’t tried it, it felt and smelled like it would be amazing- I don’t even like brownies that much but I can’t wait to eat it!

When we left even the chef wished us a good day along with Arthur!! It was so sweet and kind of even the BOH to wish us well and we were able to compliment his food in kind- because he definitely deserved all the compliments.

So- sorry for the incredibly long review- if anyone else ever takes the time to actually read it lol- but just know this place is a must-go, for both the exceptional food and service. We are so appreciative of Arthur and the chef that started our date day with such an adoring and rememberable start. Thank you guys- we will definitely be coming back when we can, and recommending it to everyone haha. Thank you!!!!!!!!!!! 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

Loved the food well served! Would definitely go back again this place is a gem! The balsamic dressing is delicious 🤤 loved everything! Thank you !

We are recurrent customers and we love this sandwich shop!! My go-to is the italiano, but anything else we have tried has met above our expectations. The owners are even remember our order whenever we come in, very warm and welcoming place! PSA always try the soup of the day, my favorite is the French onion and can’t forget their scrumptious cookies for something sweet 🤭