Big Bite On Pitt

Probably the best sandwich shop in Sydney. $11 for regular/large sandwich or wrap. $7 if you want to get a ‘small’ sandwich (which is still larger than a normal sandwich). Service is good but efficiency in the ordering process could be improved. If in doubt, order the lemon pepper chicken, chilli chicken or sausages if available.

Super sized sandwiches and salads

The sandwiches are enormous, the salads are delicious - made with love, home made bread and generous quantities of delicious fillings, this is probably one of Sydney's best value lunches!!

Best sandwiches in Sydney? Australia? The World?

If you don’t work in the city, you’re really missing out! I’ve had Big Bite on Pitt on my ‘To eat’ list for ages now, but because I don’t work in the city and BBoP is only open Mon-Fri, I could only long-to-try. But here was our opportunity, the very first time both my wife and I had a week-day off together (due to arriving back from the States this morning), fighting jet lag we headed to Pitt St for a Big Bite sandwich!

We’ve probably walked past this place countless of times and had never noticed the skinny arcade in which BBoP is located within (arcade is called 250 Pitt). And because it was only 11am (we were already hungry as our stomachs were still on West Coast time), there weren’t any lines and in a matter of minutes we had our long awaited sandwiches (or wrap) in hand.

First impression, ‘wow that’s a big sandwich!’ so you’re definitely getting your money’s worth ($11 each, not displayed online). And our suggestion is to take these babies away (Hyde Park if it’s a nice day or back to your office if you’re based in da City) as seating is very limited (only 3 tables for 2).

We ordered Poached Ginger Chicken on brown bread, and the Rare Beef wrap. The sandwich could easily feed 2 (an abnormally large slice of bread, presumably cut from a big round loaf), while the wraps looked on par with a standard sized wrap, although the skin was thicker than usual wraps thus it could also feed 2 if you were planning on having a light lunch.

Poached ginger chicken sandwich - the bread was out of this world! Such soft bread, while the crust was thick and chewy; the greens (methinks spinach leaves) and tomato slices were fresh; mayo/butter spread was just the right amount (applied thickly enough while not being messy); although the poached ginger chicken was on the bland side, I didn’t even get a hint of a ginger flavour.

Rare beef wrap - this was harder to share as it wasn’t pre-cut in half (although I’m sure they will happily oblige if you asked them to slice it); the wrap was nice and thick (similar to Lebanese bread) both chewy and crunchy (we opted to have it toasted); veges (lettuce and antipasto capsicum) were fresh; and the rare beef was what you’d expect from thinly sliced sandwich meat.

Our end verdict, did the sandwiches live up to the hype and our expectations? Yes! And I had expected much from BBoP. Was it a step above your regular café sandwich offerings? Certainly was! The stand-out was the type of bread and wrap they used. Were the flavours and selections out-of-this-world? Hmmmmm, still undecided. I would  love to come back to try their other flavours before I can give a definitive answer; while the daily specials which are only available on the given day of the week, seemed very interesting and I’m sure gets regulars coming back day after day. Was it value for money? Yes, Yes and Yes, especially when compared with the price of food we’d been putting up with in the US of A over the past weeks.

So - best sandwiches in Sydney? I’d say it has to come pretty close to it! Best sandwiches in Australia? I think if there was such a tournament, BBoP would be a finalist! But, best in the world? Unfortunately not, still fresh in our culinary minds from breakfast 36 hours ago in San Francisco, we had this awesome sourdough ham and egg sandwich and a sourdough wrap with crispy bacon and egg, so in this head-to-head with BBoP, unfortunately BBoP would come off second best as being the best sandwich we’d had this week.

But if you haven’t tried a Big Bite on Pitt sandwich before, please come on down and try! You won’t regret it! And if you work nearby, come on down just before the lunch rush to beat the crowds. Then take your sandwich back to the office, treat yourself and step away from your work while having it, as it deserves your full attention. Not to mention, it’ll require  both hands as you try to hold everything together as you take big bites!

Truly a value for your money. The eatery is located in a small lane and not visually findable but they have amazing selection and lunch is just $11 for any option. I ordered lemon pepper grilled chicken in brown Vienna bread and I was awestruck with the size. They give the sandwich in a aluminum foil and you can either take away or eat it at the tables there. Although they don't have plates, you'll have to open the foil and use it as one.
Chicken is juicy and tender as well as tasty. Fresh lettuce and tomatoes are also in the sandwich. I'll surely go there again for other options. Must try.

One of the best sandwiches I've had in Sydney.The staff is really good and with the busy times, they don't get frustrated.THe have a great system in place when you go order there.Try the chili chicken on rye bread and ask for feta cheese and extra chili on top for an extra dollar.

Best sandwiches in the city for sure!!! Simple yet delicious and full of flavour. Amazing value for the size of the sandwich. Always fresh, crispy lettuce, well cooked chicken and the bread is *chefs kiss* 🤌🏻

Wanna order grilled chicken but came a bit too early, chicken hasn't arrived yet. Ordered portuguese chicken instead. The serve was sooo big with 7.5/10 flavour. Would def come again.

Big Bite is truly an institution with their wonderful large sandwiches. The service is quick despite the queues attesting to the quality. I've been going since 2008 and have never been disappointed. It's a family business that keeps things simple and delicious.

Massive sandwiches for $12 each, probably enough to share half half if you don't have a huge appetite. Tasty as well