Mean Sandwich, Ballard
9 people recommendvia r/Seattle, r/AskSeattle9 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Mean Sandwich in Ballard draws recommendations for sandwiches and its DAM burger. Two diners separately praise an Italian grinder or Italian sub, while another says the menu is broadly reliable. One commenter particularly likes the flavor and smashed preparation of the DAM burger. A visitor says a sandwich was substantial enough to split across two meals.
Address
Mean Sandwich, 1510 NW Leary Wy, Seattle, WA 98107
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Italian sub, DAM burger
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Other places on this map closest to Mean Sandwich, Ballard, as the crow flies.
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/nwbarryg in r/Seattle · Apr 2024taste
Says Mean Sandwich in Ballard earns their vote for anyone who enjoys an Italian grinder.
- Recommendsu/astiastibobasti in r/AskSeattle · Feb 2025taste
Says anything on Mean Sandwich's menu is a good choice.
- Recommendsu/souryoungthing in r/Seattle · Nov 2023taste
Calls Mean Sandwich delightful.
- Recommendsu/SixAlarmFire in r/AskSeattle · Jul 2026
Suggests Mean Sandwich.
- Recommendsu/Curious-Nail in r/Seattle · Nov 2023
Lists Mean Sandwich among sandwich picks.
- Recommendsu/FlukeStarbucker in r/AskSeattle · Feb 2025
Recommends Mean Sandwich for sure.
- Recommendsu/Talkymike in r/Seattle · Apr 2024taste
Praises the Italian sub at Mean Sandwich.
- Recommendsu/sirmarksal0t in r/Seattle · Nov 2023portion
Usually splits the sandwich across two meals.
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- Recommendsu/faintpulses in r/AskSeattle · May 2026taste
Calls the DAM burger at the Ballard location flavorful and perfectly smashed.
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Details last checked 10 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.