Tell Harry what you fancy.

Ten places worth leaving the house for. Harry reads the review-site noise, spots the tourist traps, and hands over a shortlist before the kettle's boiled.

Be honest with him. He doesn't judge.

One tap. Anything good, properly nearby, open right now.

10

Places

cheap & cheerful first

Worth sharing

Send these ten to whoever’s asking where to eat.

Post on X

Sort

Rank 1.
Duc Huong Sandwiches
sandwich-shop · San Jose
banh mi done right without the markup — crispy bread, proper fillings, actual flavor.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Cheap but Cheerful
32 min · $ · Open nowToday · 06:00 — 20:00G4.5TYMSStill tasting
Google4.5(1.4k)1/ 3 sources
Call Website Google Directions Card
Rank 2.
The Sandwich Spot
sandwich-shop · deli · San Jose
straightforward sandwich execution at a price that doesn't insult your intelligence.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Cheap but Cheerful
39 min · $ · ClosedClosed todayG4.5TYMSStill tasting
Google4.5(340)1/ 3 sources
Call Website Google Directions Card
Rank 3.
Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop - Morgan Hill, CA
sandwich-shop · fast-food · Morgan Hill
solid sandwich shop that doesn't pretend to be something it's not.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
15 min · $ · Open nowToday · 09:00 — 18:00G4.4TYMSStill tasting
Google4.4(332)1/ 3 sources
Call Website Google Directions Card
Rank 4.
Lee's Sandwiches
sandwich-shop · San Jose
vietnamese sandwiches with real technique and fresh ingredients at dollar-menu prices.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
36 min · $ · ClosedToday · 10:00 — 18:00G4.3TYMSStill tasting
Google4.3(873)1/ 3 sources
Call Website Google Directions Card
Rank 5.
TOGO'S Sandwiches
catering-service · fast-food · San Jose
chain that actually executes — consistent, reliable, doesn't cut corners on portions.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
27 min · $ · Open nowToday · 10:00 — 21:00G4.2TYMSStill tasting
Google4.2(153)1/ 3 sources
Warningit's a chain, so don't expect surprises.
Call Website Google Directions Card
Rank 6.
Tony Di Maggio’s Pizza
italian · pizza-delivery · San Jose
pizza-first operation that nails both the pie and the sandwich side — real dough, real toppings.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Great Value
25 min · $ · Open nowToday · 11:00 — 20:00G4.6TYMSStill tasting
Google4.6(1.1k)1/ 3 sources
Call Website Google Directions Card
Rank 7.
Erik's DeliCafe of Santa Clara
sandwich-shop · Santa Clara
deli cafe that treats sandwiches like they matter — quality meat, fresh bread, no shortcuts.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Great Value
48 min · $ · ClosedToday · 11:00 — 19:00G4.6TYMSStill tasting
Google4.6(304)1/ 3 sources
Call Website Google Directions Card
Rank 8.
The Ultimate Deli Cafe & Catering
sandwich-shop · halal · Newark
halal-forward spot that does breakfast, sandwiches, and juice without losing focus on any of it.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Cheap but Cheerful
72 min · $ · Open nowToday · 10:00 — 20:00G4.5TYMSStill tasting
Google4.5(252)1/ 3 sources
Call Website Google Directions Card
Rank 9.
The Happy Hound of Los Gatos
hamburger · burgers · Los Gatos
burger joint that gets the fundamentals right — good beef, proper sear, reasonable price.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
42 min · $ · Open nowToday · 11:00 — 21:00G4.6T4.1Y4.0MS
Google4.6(1.2k)Yelp4.0(721)Tripadvisor4.1(40)
Call Website Google Yelp Tripadvisor Directions Card
Rank 10.
Ramen Champ
japanese · San Jose
ramen that's cooked with intention — broth has depth, noodles have bite, worth the bowl.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
18 min · $ · Open nowToday · 11:30 — 14:00G4.4TYMSStill tasting
Google4.4(490)1/ 3 sources
Call Website Google Directions Card

Tell Harry what you fancy.

Duc Huong Sandwiches

The Sandwich Spot

Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop - Morgan Hill, CA

Lee's Sandwiches

TOGO'S Sandwiches

Tony Di Maggio’s Pizza

Erik's DeliCafe of Santa Clara

The Ultimate Deli Cafe & Catering

The Happy Hound of Los Gatos

Ramen Champ