Our Favourite Sandwich Spots Around KL & PJ to Visit for Loaded Stacks
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We introduce you to the top sandwich experts around KL & PJ that you should visit for the stacks of your dreams.
Sandwiches have long been a staple in the world of food, prevalent in some form or another across many cultures and eras. With gourmet fillings inspired by nations around the world from Italy to Japan, there’s a sandwich out there for everyone and anyone. While purists can stay content with the fuss-free ham, egg, or mayo fillings, the more adventurous can experiment with unconventional flavour combos and all sorts of sauces. Portable and convenient, the humble sandwich has been remixed, upgraded, and glamorised all over the world and these spots across KL and PJ all have a strong hand to play in the game.
Pssst! If you love your carbs, make sure to check out our guide to the best bagels around the Klang Valley too!
1. LA SPIGA D’ORO
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First starting out in a small apartment shoplot, this husband-and-wife-run deli offers the simple, rustic flavours of Italy that truly hit the spot. Now housed in a modern Taman Desa space, this eatery uses cured meat and cheeses imported from Italy, so you’re promised the best cuts daily. The star of the show here is obviously its traditional Roman schiacciata sandwiches, made with freshly baked flatbread. Our current favourite is the Maria, made with prosciutto cotto, fresh burrata and roasted cherry tomatoes. Beyond their sandwiches, you’ll also find cured meat platters, salads, and other small bites on the menu.
Address: Unit M-01, Mezzanine Floor, Wisma JAG, Jalan Desa Utama, Taman Desa, 58100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 3.30pm (daily)
2. 2ND BREAKFAST
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Named fondly after its two founders’ shared love for ‘Lord of the Rings’, 2nd Breakfast makes killer breakfast sandwiches that deserve a spot on your foodie rotation. It’s currently operating out of a cosy space in Triptyk, but rest assured its flavours go big. Its Lara Supreme will never do you dirty, keeping things indulgent (hello hashbrowns) with a berry jam twist. If you don’t mind getting your hands dirty while you eat, then go for the Joe Got Sloppy, complete with a spicy meat-tomato sauce and torched cheddar. To keep track of where they’ll be popping up next, be sure to check its Instagram for updates.
Address: 88, Jalan Tuba, Kampung Attap, 50460 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9am to 6pm (Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday) | 12pm to 10pm (Friday)
Contact: Whatsapp +6011 6224 2774
3. LING’S FOCACCERIA
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For those who like to keep things fluffy and crunchy with focaccia, we’ve got some good news for you. Ling’s Focacceria is a fuss-free and fun eatery in Mutiara Damansara, where—you guessed it—focaccia sandwiches take centrestage. You’ll find all sorts of combinations here from classic meat-filled creations to more creative stacks that experiment with the local palate. A crowd favourite is its otak-otak with gochujang focaccia, combining a local staple with the rich flavours of the Korean red pepper paste.
Address: 25, Jalan PJU 7/16, Mutiara Damansara, 48100 Selangor
Opening hours: 9am to 3pm (Wednesday to Sunday)
Contact: +6019 219 8252
4. UNIVERSAL BAKEHOUSE
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If you know bread, you know Universal Bakehouse. It has made a name for itself in the sourdough and focaccia game, which means its sandwiches are just as killer too. After all, the bread can make or break a sandwich, right? The sandwich selection operates on a rotational basis with the location at The Campus Ampang getting a couple of exclusives. Our favourites include the pesto eggplant focaccia and the lamb kofta sandwich. If you’re not too hungry, go for its tartines, which are still packed with flavour—with half the amount of bread.
Address:
- Damansara Kim: 21, Jalan SS 20/11, Damansara Kim, 47400 Petaling Jaya
- The Campus Ampang: G-24, The Campus Ampang, Jalan Kolam Air Lama, Mukim, Hulu Kelang, 68800 Ampang
Opening hours:
- Damansara Kim: 8am to 5pm (daily)
- The Campus Ampang: 8am to 8pm (daily)
Contact:
- The Campus Ampang: +6011 3332 7581
5. BEAMING
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Beaming proves that sometimes the best things come in the simplest packages. They’ve only got one type of sandwich on the menu, so you know they do it well. Just about everything on the menu is made from scratch, from their muffins to their spicy sauce. You’ll currently find them flipping their fresh chicken patties within Transparent Coffee. BURO Tip: Make your way there early because they sell out fast!
Address: Sam Mansion Flat, Jalan Tuba, Kampung Attap, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8am onwards (Thursday to Monday)
6. TOMMY LE BAKER
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A longtime resident of The Zhongshan Building and now also boasting a location in Bukit Tunku, Tommy Le Baker is a reliable gem for all things toasties, baguettes, and tartines. Its menu is a prime example of classics done right, delivering satisfying and comforting bites made to order. You have the power of choice here as it allows you to choose between sourdough slices, a baguette, or a ficelle, when ordering. If you’re not too hungry, you can also opt for a half sandwich or a “single” open-faced toast. We’re fans of its Camembert cheese melt and the classic oven-braised chicken sandwich with garlic hummus.
Address:
- The Zhongshan Building: No. 82, Zhongshan Building, 80, Jalan Rotan, Kampung Attap, 50460 Kuala Lumpur
- Bukit Tunku: National Tennis Centre, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim, Bukit Tunku, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours:
- The Zhongshan Building: 8am to 5pm (daily)
- Bukit Tunku: 8am to 5pm (daily)
Contact:
- The Zhongshan Building: +6010 266 4878
- Bukit Tunku: +6012 511 4878
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7. SANDO-ICCHI
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A newcomer to the Publika food scene, Sando-Icchi specialises in Japanese-style savoury sandos. There are six specialty Japanese milk bread sandwiches on the menu, each starring a different filling. The Big-Size Felix Steak Sandwich is the current crowd favourite, packed with a generous amount of perfectly-cooked steak, doused in a savoury black pepper gravy. For a cheeky twist, check out its peanut butter bacon double beef cheese sandwich. Alternatively, you can keep it simple with its scrambled egg with egg mayo sando.
Address: G2-56, Publika Shopping Gallery, Solaris Dutamas, No 1, Jalan Dutamas 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 10pm (daily)
Contact: +6017 776 3603
8. TRATTORIA MIALINO
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This recent REXKL Food Fiction opening is worth adding to your radar for Italian comfort food—sandwiches included. Trattoria Mialino is a one stop shop for pastas, sandwiches, cured meats, and small bites that celebrate the flavours of Italy. Its sandwiches start with the same base of an herby sourdough ciabatta with a balsamic tomato salad, crushed peppers, mozzarella, and white sauce and finish with your choice of ham or meat. We’re talking speck stagionato, rosemary lamb, Italian porchetta, and more. It also has a range of flatbread folds on hand for those who prefer a shorter stack with a tomato sauce.
Address: 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12pm to 9pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
9. RAWTEE
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Hidden within the HSBC building in bustling Bukit Bintang, Rawtee specialises in Muslim-friendly iterations of your favourite Italian sandwiches. Here, you’ll find unique flavour combinations like their mortadella chicken paired with salty pistachio cream and Stracciatella cheese, all pressed between two fluffy slices of focaccia. For something sweet, try its Fichi honey feta, combining cured beef with fresh figs, potato cream, feta, and honey. Be sure to also have their house made creamy dill potato salad on the side too!
Address: 33, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8am to 8pm (Monday to Friday) | 11am to 8pm (Saturday to Sunday)
10. VCR STACKS
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This venture by the beloved VCR coffee and brunch chain focuses especially on sandwiches! The VCR Stacks menu caters to both savoury and sweet cravings with its impressive selection of artisanal creations on offer at both its Mont Kiara and TRX locations. Its Nut Butter Jelly sandwich is a popular choice, made with VCR’s own coffee nut butter paired with chocolate ganache and banana for a truly unique flavour profile. On the savoury side of things, its Pastrami Melt with black Angus beef pastrami and cheddar cheese is a foolproof choice.
Address:
- Mont Kiara: Unit 15-0-5 Shoplex, Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
- The Exchange TRX: Lot L2.52.0, The Exchange TRX, 55188 Kuala Lumpur
Contact:
- Mont Kiara: +603 5880 4834
- The Exchange TRX: +603 3051 3083
Opening hours:
- Mont Kiara: 8am to 5pm (daily)
- The Exchange TRX: 10am to 10pm (daily)
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