Atwood Deli ‘amp; Pizzeria

219 Atwood St.

(412) 605-0911

$

Panther Funds accepted… Atwood Deli ‘amp; Pizzeria

219 Atwood St.

(412) 605-0911

$

Panther Funds accepted

Looking for a quick meal that’s not fast food and doesn’t cost an arm and a leg? Call in and carry out an 8-inch hoagie made from an assortment of fresh deli-cut meats at Atwood Deli ‘amp; Pizzeria. Any sandwich on the menu is ready in minutes for pick-up. Make an order more than 10 bucks and have it delivered to your door for free. Atwood Deli ‘amp; Pizzeria also features sidewalk tables where you can relax and enjoy your meal.

The deli has everything from New York pastrami to eggplant parmigiana sandwiches. All of the sandwiches and hoagies are reasonably priced at roughly $5 (give or take a buck). The hoagies are jam-packed with goods that will leave any corporate fast food sandwich in the dust. Daily specials include a sandwich of the day, available with soda and soup or a small salad, for only $5.95. Atwood Deli ‘amp; Pizzeria also offers many other fresh deli foods, such as appetizers that range from chicken wings to fried zucchini and pizzas in any size and style. This is the perfect establishment for the busy college student looking for a fast bite or a fresh and cost-friendly meal.

– Joshua T. Cohen

Campus Deli

400 Semple St.

(412) 683-3200

$

The Campus Deli, located at the corner of Semple and Bates streets offers a variety of New York-style deli sandwiches. This quaint little corner eatery opened last year, and has been a welcome addition to the Oakland food scene. Sandwiches have college-related names such as the Freshman and the Cheesy Dean. They even have a sandwich called the Panther. Campus Deli offers a variety of breads, cheeses and toppings for sandwiches, and all sandwiches include a pickle on the side. In addition to cold deli sandwiches, they offer gyros, a reuben, and other hot sandwiches, not to mention a variety of vegetarian dishes and salads. – David Ogg

Jimmy John’s Sandwich Shop

3444 Forbes Ave.

(412) 681-9010

$

Panther Funds accepted

The observant sandwich auteur will notice an interesting step in the making of a Jimmy John’s sub. The condiments, normally squirted atop a sandwich, are here fitted between two pieces of cheese, ensuring both a clean dining experience and a surprise with every bite. That’s one detail supporting the claim of “world’s greatest gourmet sandwiches.” For $2.50, you can get a Slim Jim, which is the basics: a little meat, a little cheese and bread. Add a buck, and you’ve got the seven regular sandwiches like the Vito – a classic Italian – or the tuna sub called Sorry Charlie. At the $4.50 level, your club becomes giant. Smoked Ham, Hunter’s and Country Clubs.

“Ha,” you say, “My appetite could stand much more.” For you there’s the The Jimmy John’s Gargantuan. At $6.50, Jimmy John’s takes everything edible they own and puts it in a French bun. And for 5 cents an item, Jimmy John’s will deliver the goods to your door.

– Eric Lidji

Panera Bread

1st floor, Best Western

3401 Blvd. of the Allies

(412) 683-9616

$

The first thing you see in Panera Bread is the lovely tray of free samples, positioned right before the registers, tempting you with the fruits of the Panera bakery. Panera Bread gets its name from the many kinds of bread the employees make on the premises. These chewy sourdoughs and nutty multi-grains are the bases for all kinds of sandwiches. If you really like the bread, have an order of soup in a bread bowl – a generous ladleful of soup in a hollowed-out loaf of sourdough bread. No, really, an entire loaf. Cap off your lunch or dinner (they’re open from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m.) with a fresh pastry and a cup of coffee.

– Clare Perretta

Primanti Bros.

3803 Forbes Ave.

(412) 621-4444

$

Panther Funds accepted

A Primanti Bros. sandwich is an experience. Like Pittsburgh’s strange mix of culture and industry, Primanti’s signature sandwich is an odd melange of a slab of meat with tomatoes, vinegary coleslaw and hearty french fries. The white bread surrounding the innards is soft and delicious. Primanti’s used to hold court in Three Rivers Stadium, and it’s not a trip to PNC Park without getting a warm Primanti’s sandwich. However, it’s no longer necessary to attend a sporting event to get a taste of this Pittsburgh tradition. A Primanti’s restaurant branch is located on Forbes Avenue, and is open late enough to satisfy midnight cravings as well as midday lunch needs.

– Leslie Hoffman

Quiznos Subs

120 Oakland Ave.

(412) 683-1177

This sub place has a variety of things to offer. An all-time favorite is the oven-roasted turkey sandwich. For a limited time only, Quiznos features a Philly cheesesteak sandwich. Subs come in three sizes: small (4 inches), regular (8 inches), and large (11 inches). Other appealing sandwiches are the turkey back guacamole, the BLT, and the classic Italian sub.

For you health fanatics, Quiznos also offers sandwiches that are only seven grams of fat.

For those who aren’t, they offer a great selection of desserts. One popular selection is the double chocolate chunk brownie. If chocolate is not to your taste, then try their mini bundt cake. Quiznos also has a catering service, and can prepare party trays and dessert trays for any occasion.

-Sonya Patel

Schlotzsky’s Deli

3600 Forbes Ave.

(412) 687-6113

$

Panther Funds accepted

After all these years, there are still no substituteskys. You can look for substituteskys all you want, just don’t expect to find any. They don’t exist. Sure, Schlotzsky’s still sells sandwiches like The Original – $2.99 for a small and $3.49 for a regular – the Deluxe Original and the Cheese Original. But times are changing, and sandwiches are still only standards.’#65533;what? DM You want the car with all the options. So here are your options. Schlotzsky’s now sells pizzas for around $4, with flavors like Double Cheese Pepperoni, Barbeque Chicken and Vegetarian Special. They also sell a soup of the day – $1.59 for an 8-ounce cup or $1.99 for a 12-ounce bowl – as well as packaged products such as olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Louisiana hot sauce and pickles.

– Eric Lidji

Uncle Sam’s Submarines

210 Oakland Ave.

(412) 621-1885

$

Panther Funds accepted

Even Philadelphians have to respect the quality of Uncle Sam’s cheesesteaks. Often referred to as the best in the ‘Burgh, Uncle Sam’s steaks are heaping with meat and cheese, and served with delicious fries that leave enough to keep for tomorrow’s lunch. And even the most Philly-loyal of cheese steak fans will love the Uncle Sam’s Special. A part of the trio of Oakland Avenue restaurants with Fuel ‘amp; Fuddle and Joe Mama’s, the owners of Uncle Sam’s know how to serve college crowds and can move a line along during even the busiest of lunch rushes. Not a strict carnivore? Not to worry. Uncle Sam’s is also listed on the vegan dining guide to Pittsburgh, thanks to its veggie Roma, veggie Florentine and portabella mushroom subs, which even the most ardent meat-eaters would enjoy for their rich, full flavors.

– Greg Heller-LaBelle