Editorial summary
If you ask locals in Burlington where to grab a fast and dependable sandwiches meal, Top Of The Block Sandwich Shop lands on the shortlist almost every time.
The menu is tight on purpose, leaning on a small set of signatures that the kitchen clearly cares about, generously portioned, fairly priced, and built for people who want to eat well without making it a whole evening.
The room is bright and unfussy, counter ordering, a wash of casual seating, and just enough warmth in the lighting to make a solo lunch feel like a small treat rather than a transaction.
Combos and family packs make group orders straightforward, and the loyalty perks reward repeat visits without requiring a download or signup gauntlet.
If you want a quick, well-made sandwiches meal in Burlington without the chain-restaurant compromises, Top Of The Block Sandwich Shop is an easy yes, and the sort of low-key spot that grows on you the more you visit.
Cuisine and category
Top Of The Block Sandwich Shop is registered primarily as a Sandwiches fast-casual operator. The fast-casual format here means counter ordering, real cooking on the line, and a price point that respects a weekday meal, somewhere in the $ range depending on what you put together.
Where it is
You will find Top Of The Block Sandwich Shop at 2 Church Street in Burlington, VT 05401. It is part of the broader Burlington fast-casual scene, and one of 12 restaurants currently registered across Vermont.