• Hot Johnnie's

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Serves meat, vegan options available. Artisan sandwich shop offering a vegan 'unreal reben' with plant-based corned beef and vegan provolone. Also has some vegan sides available. Open Mon 11:00am-3:30pm, Tue-Thu 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-10:00pm, Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.


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9 Reviews

First Review by NadinePerez

JessMikeWinnemuller

Points +403

Vegan
17 Aug 2024

Expensive, but delicious!!

Amazing service and atmosphere. We had the “Unreal” Vegan Ruben with vegan cheese. Since we were the first customers, we had waffle fries and house chips with spicy bbq seasoning on the side (first to use the fresh oil frier, so no cross contamination). The portion size was small, but the quality was on point and flavour and texture was “unreal”. The owner came and introduced himself and we had a great chat. The back patio is enclosed with a ping-pong table and board games, music on TV screens, along with a backyard, garden feel. 

Pros: Great texture and flavour, Fantastic service and quality, Lively atmosphere

Cons: Expensive, Few vegan items

briis_w0rld

Points +205

Vegan
15 Aug 2023

The *Unreal* ruben

Went here with my omni dad after hiking down from Twin Peaks and the vegan ruben was just delicious!

amcbellar

Points +20

Vegan
12 Apr 2023

Unreal Ruben

Strolled in here because I was looking for some lunch after purchasing some new eyeglasses. I didn’t have very high expectations because usually when a restaurant caters primarily to non-vegan diets the one options they usually have is just to appease us hungry vegans.

This restaurant completely shattered this preconceived notion. From the bread to the fillings it was the best sandwich I’ve had in the city. You can taste the attention to detail and that no corners are cut even though I’m not their regular customer. The bread was very delicious and fluffy but didn’t fall apart like most sandwich shops. Everything is made in house.

I was fortunate enough to be able to sit and chat with the owner for a few minutes while I was enjoying my lunch and you can tell he is passionate about what he does and makes you feel so welcome. I definitely plan to return, probably sooner than later.

themuppetlibrarian

Points +2818

Vegan
02 Apr 2023

Perfect rye bread

A good Ruben needs a good rye. This is one of the best vegan Ruben you can get in the Bay Area bc the bread is so perfect.

I was next door at a bar called Midnight Sun and was able to order a sandwich delivered from next door at Hot Johnnies.

jeffsheldon

Points +1356

Vegan
21 Dec 2022

Castro Street - vegan seitan unreal Ruben

Located in the San Francisco Castro district. Unreal Ruben Plant-based corned beef, vegan provolone, spicy brown mustard, sauerkraut, marble rye. Great flavors and the bread was a work of art.

Pros: Amazing Flavors , Great seating in back hidden patio , Love the Criss Cut fries

Cons: Expensive , Limited vegan options

RoseyRadish

Points +567

Vegan
30 May 2022

Great ruben

Delicious ruben, fries, and chips. Cute outdoor seating area with heaters, ping pong, and tv. Would love more vegan options!

Pros: Awesome ruben, fries, and drinks, Super friendly staff, Cute outdoor area w heaters, tv, & games

Cons: More vegan options pleaseee

NilsHeymann

Points +837

Vegetarian
22 Mar 2022

Nice choice

The vegan meat has a tanginess that is delicious. Service is friendly and efficient. Sides are god too!

Updated from previous review on 2022-03-22

jongvarez

Points +24

Vegan
24 Nov 2021

Great Vegan Ruben

This vegan sandwich is fantastic, complete with vegan meat AND cheese! This shop is a gem in the heart of the Castro. We enjoyed the seating in the back patio.

NadinePerez

Points +33

Vegan
15 Nov 2021

Not tons of vegan options, but the one they have is great

The vegan Reuben here is great, unreal meat and still clearly made with love. They also have French fries and potato chips which are vegan as well and a really great outdoor seating area in the back. Great choice for if you’re going out with insistent meat eaters or just want a hearty sandwich.




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