Sacramento's 3 favorite spots to score sandwiches on a budget

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Bud's Buffet

Craving sandwiches?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable sandwich hot spots in Sacramento, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to meet your needs.

1. Bud's Buffet

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Next up is downtown's Bud's Buffet, situated at 1016 10th St. With 4.5 stars out of 342 reviews on Yelp, the traditional American spot, which offers sandwiches and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option.

The deli, which offers both hot and cold sandwiches, including roast beef, pastrami and honey ham, roasts its meats daily. The shop also offers a variety of sides, including macaroni, coleslaw and onion rings.

2. Stockton Grill & Burger

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Elmhurst's Stockton Grill & Burger, located at 2033 Stockton Blvd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable spot to score burgers and sandwiches four stars out of 137 reviews.

Yelper Ra L. wrote, "Stockton Grill and Burger has the best catfish sandwich in Sacramento — and I've been looking for the past 20 years. We've never had a greasy item — the fries are absolutely fantastic."

3. Tony's Delicatessen & Catering

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Tony's Delicatessen & Catering, a deli and caterer spot located downtown, is another much-loved, inexpensive go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 177 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1131 J St. to see for yourself.

Yelper Clayton K. wrote, "Hands down the best barbecue chicken sandwich I've ever had. The service is incredible and extremely friendly. If you're in the area and want an amazing sandwich, make this your first and only stop."

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