Last updated October 4, 2026 · ranked from 3,054 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 5 sandwich shops in and around Pontiac, MI, led by Emerald Isle Market / Unc's Deli & Sandwich, Arby's and Subway. Together they have 3,054 Google reviews; Emerald Isle Market / Unc's Deli & Sandwich has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.4. Every place on the list is in Pontiac, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Made-to-order sandwiches and meats and cheeses sliced to order put Emerald Isle Market / Unc's Deli & Sandwich at No. 1. At 327 Midway Ave in Pontiac, MI, this convenience store and full-service deli pairs sandwich preparation with fast service and takeout. One reviewer singles out the UNC’s Italian as the best sub they’ve had; another praises the sandwiches, welcoming atmosphere and good prices. A 4.4-star Google rating from 47 reviews adds support, while Monday–Saturday hours of 9 a.m.–8 p.m. make pickup practical.
Made-to-order sandwiches
Freshly sliced deli meats
UNC’s Italian sub
“My guys, literally my fav place to go. 10/10 everytime. Owners are like family literally know me by name. Shop with Them!”
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Daily hours from 10 a.m. to midnight give Arby's at 800 S Opdyke Rd in Pontiac, MI a practical advantage for lunch, dinner, and late-night sandwiches. Its roast beef, hot and cold sandwich selection, and 4-out-of-5 Google rating from 667 reviews support its No. 2 ranking. One reviewer praised an employee for catching and correcting a drink mistake before handing it over. Drive-through service, delivery, takeout, and dine-in seating offer several ways to order and eat.
Roast beef sandwiches
Open until midnight
Drive-through service
“De’Andrew was very friendly and attentive. He noticed my pop was the wrong color before handing it to me and quickly corrected it. I really appreciated his attention to detail and excellent customer service!”
Build-your-own sandwiches and practical pickup options earn Subway at 284 Walton Blvd. in Pontiac, MI the No. 3 spot. This counter-service shop offers vegetarian and health-conscious choices alongside salads, with a low price level and a 3.9-star Google rating from 275 reviews. Diners can eat in, order takeout or delivery, or use curbside pickup. Free lot and street parking, wheelchair-accessible seating, and a children’s menu add convenience for solo lunches and family meals.
Build-your-own sandwiches
Vegetarian options
Curbside pickup
“Young man, charge me for different items and didn't give me my receipt i asked him why it was so much, and it took him a while to get me a receipt. Then, I noticed he'd overcharged me for items i couldn't give me a refund. Took a while …”
Late hours and several ways to order earn Arby's its No. 4 spot. At 1350 Walton Blvd. in Pontiac, MI, the roast-beef-focused chain serves hot and cold sandwiches, fries and shakes at a low price level. It opens at 10 a.m. daily and closes at midnight Sunday through Thursday and 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Drive-through, takeout, delivery and counter-service dining make it a practical sandwich stop, backed by a 3.8 Google rating from 999 reviews.
Roast beef sandwiches
Late evening hours
Drive-through available
“Worse food & service I’ve ever had. The curly fries were soggy and old & the mozzarella sticks were old as well nothing was fresh. The buffalo sandwich was nasty as well and sloppy. I am very disappointed & dissatisfied and I definitely…”
Late-night hours and low-cost dining earn Checkers at 780 Perry St in Pontiac, MI its No. 5 spot. The menu includes burgers, hot dogs, fries and shakes, with drive-through, takeout and delivery available. It stays open until 2 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday. One late-night reviewer praised the care taken with their family’s food. Its Google rating is 3.6 from 1,066 reviews, and outdoor seating gives diners another option beyond ordering to go.
Late-night hours
Drive-through service
Outdoor seating
“They mainly do drive thru and they do have a tiny patio for the summer, but here in Michigan the winters are longer than the summer is.”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each sandwich shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Pontiac category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which sandwich shop has the highest rating in Pontiac, MI?
Among the listed shops with addresses in Pontiac, MI, Emerald Isle Market / Unc’s Deli & Sandwich leads with 4.4 stars from 47 Google reviews. Savvy Sliders follows at 4.1 stars from 803 reviews. Larco Bros. Pizza in Auburn Hills, MI has 4.6 stars from 423 reviews.
Where can I get sandwiches or sliders late at night in Pontiac, MI?
Savvy Sliders at 1 W Walton Blvd closes at 2 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 p.m. Sunday. Arby’s at 800 S Opdyke Rd is open until midnight daily. The Arby’s at 1350 Walton Blvd closes at 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday and midnight the other nights.
Where can I order a made-to-order sandwich in Pontiac, MI?
Emerald Isle Market / Unc’s Deli & Sandwich at 327 Midway Ave prepares made-to-order sandwiches and slices deli meats and cheeses to order. Subway at 284 Walton Blvd offers build-your-own sandwiches and salads, along with vegetarian options.
Which sandwich places in Pontiac, MI offer drive-through service?
Both Arby’s locations—1350 Walton Blvd and 800 S Opdyke Rd—have drive-through service, as do Savvy Sliders at 1 W Walton Blvd and Checkers at 780 Perry St. All four also offer takeout and delivery.
Which sandwich shops offer catering around Pontiac, MI?
Savvy Sliders at 1 W Walton Blvd and Subway at 284 Walton Blvd offer catering in Pontiac, MI. In Auburn Hills, MI, Larco Bros. Pizza at 3329 Auburn Rd and Jimmy John’s at 2791 University Dr also offer catering. A Jimmy John’s reviewer praised the team’s speed and completeness on a catered order.
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