Top pick1$$Aloha Mac Shack
Food Delivery fare in Waikiki. Aloha Mac Shack is a reliable choice and offers takeout.
Waikiki isn't just shave ice and shrimp plates — there are some seriously solid sandwich options tucked into the neighborhood if you know where to look. I pulled together this guide of 8 spots worth knowing, mixing my hand-picked recommendations with the area's best-rated options so you can eat well without the guesswork.

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Whether you're grabbing a quick deli-style sandwich at Island Country Markets or browsing the eclectic vendors at Dukes Lane Market & Eatery — a buzzy food hall with a gourmet market and full bar — there's something here for every appetite and schedule. Kono's Northshore rounds out the list with its brunch-leaning fare, popular with visitors looking for a laid-back bite.
Spots that I recommend carry the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page — look for it to know which picks come with his first-hand stamp of approval. For the rest, rankings are based on reputation and how well-regarded each spot is among Oahu diners.
FAQ
Dukes Lane Market & Eatery and Island Country Markets are among the most well-regarded options in Waikiki for a satisfying sandwich, offering everything from gourmet food-hall fare to classic deli-style selections.
Island Country Markets is a deli-style option in Waikiki that tends to be a budget-friendly choice for a quick, no-fuss sandwich without a sit-down restaurant price tag.
This is a curated guide that combines my personally verified picks — marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge — with the best-rated sandwich spots in Waikiki from across the site's catalog of roughly 1,900 Oahu restaurants. The list is reviewed regularly to keep recommendations current.
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