DeFranko's Submarines

Let me telll you the best freaking pastrami sub I’ve ever had and I hate sub sandwiches cause I can never find a good one. But de Franco has my heart it’s been 3 days and I want another so baddd. Plus the owner is the sweetest most amazing person ever!!! Can’t wait to go back and get more!

Buddy brought me here. So glad he did. We got the Turkey and Pastrami large. These sandwiches are tasty. Bread is soft and the seasoning and vegetables that go in the sandwich are delicious. Staff was nice and friendly. Definitely coming back.

I used to come here all the time in 1991. Its been a bit but found myself in the area and had to stop by. Same tiny shop. Same owner. Same menu, but with current prices. I had the pepper beef and a drink. I had forgotten that it was on a deliciously soft Italian roll. The pepper beef was flavorful. My only grip is that the beef wasn't hot all the way through. There were areas of cold meat. Nonetheless, I still enjoyed it. I need to cone back and revisit the classic cold cut sub.

This place does subs different, not the best in town. Lots of veg and dry spices, not much meat. Sandwich served with a spoon. Overall tasted good. Service is average or below average, stood there for 1-2 mins while the staff chatted before anyone acknowledged me.

"DeFranko's in Van Nuys is a hidden gem! The sub was phenomenal, loaded with fresh tomato, pickle, and onion. The seasonings on the sub bread with sesame seeds took it to the next level. Outstanding service in a cozy, intimate setting. Don't miss out on this.