Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 2,290 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 7 sandwich shops in and around Frankenmuth, MI, led by Kernel Benny's Popcorn, Frankenmuth House of Cigar and Willi's SmokeHaus & Deli (formerly Willi's Sausage Company). Together they have 2,290 Google reviews; Kernel Benny's Popcorn has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.9. Every place on the list is in Frankenmuth, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Grilled cheese sandwiches, house-made hot artisan pretzels, and a 4.9-star Google rating from 152 reviews put Kernel Benny's Popcorn at No. 1. Located at 321 S Main St in Frankenmuth, MI, the shop pairs its sandwich offering with small-batch popcorn, coffee, and beer and cider on tap. Reviewers praise the soft pretzels, popcorn, and welcoming staff. A small biergarten adds a place to pause, while Friday and Saturday hours until 9 p.m. make it an evening option.
Grilled cheese sandwiches
House-made hot pretzels
Small biergarten
“We love going to Kernel Benny's for their delicious soft pretzels and popcorn! The staff is always so kind and welcoming too!”
Artisan grilled cheese gives Frankenmuth House of Cigar its sandwich draw at 319 S Main St in Frankenmuth, MI. It earns the No. 2 spot with that offering, hand-rolled pretzel wreaths, and a weather-permitting, pet-friendly biergarten where patrons can enjoy draft beer and cocktails. The veteran-owned shop holds a 4.9 Google rating across 129 reviews; the supplied excerpts praise cigar selection and helpful service, with one also noting food and mixed drinks. Thursday evening live music runs June through August.
Artisan grilled cheese
Pet-friendly biergarten
Veteran-owned shop
“Great small shop, very nice selection of cigars!!!”
Four different sandwiches, all called excellent by one lunch reviewer, help explain Willi's SmokeHaus & Deli's No. 3 spot in Frankenmuth, MI. Another reviewer singles out the Rachel, with turkey and creamy coleslaw on rye. Formerly Willi's Sausage Company, the shop builds on a sausage-making tradition dating to 1905, with an expanded deli selection that includes house-made brisket, pastrami, corned beef and signature sandwiches. Its 4.7 Google rating from 242 reviews adds support, while takeout and free parking make a lunch stop practical.
House-made deli meats
Turkey Rachel sandwich
Free on-site parking
“Great sandwich. I had the Rachel. It had creamy coleslaw and turkey on rye bread. Yummy 😋”
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Build-your-own sandwiches, a low price level, and a 4.1 Google rating from 245 reviews earn Subway its No. 4 spot. At 327 N Main St in Frankenmuth, MI, this counter-service shop serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with vegetarian and vegan options available. One reviewer praises the freshness of the tuna sandwich; another highlights cheerful service and a well-made sub. Free lot and street parking, curbside pickup, and delivery add practical reasons to choose it for a sandwich stop.
Build-your-own sandwiches
Vegetarian and vegan options
Free parking
“Never a dull moment when Tanya is working always has a smile on her face and in her voice. Can't forget the way she makes a sub PERFECTION!”
Long hours and several ways to order earn McDonald's its No. 5 spot. At 478 N Main St in Frankenmuth, MI, this burger-and-fries stop opens at 5:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 6 a.m. Sunday, closing daily at 11 p.m. Drive-through, curbside pickup, delivery, and dine-in seating cover different schedules. Families have a play area, children's menu, and changing tables. Its 3.9-star Google rating spans 1,361 reviews, with supplied reviewers praising friendly employees and a well-organized birthday party.
Open until eleven
Drive-through and delivery
Children's play area
“I was taken care of by Lydia she was very nice and so were the other employees”
Freshly sliced meats and cheeses, handcrafted sandwiches, and several ways to order earn Kroger Deli its No. 6 spot. At 435 N Main St in Frankenmuth, MI, the deli pairs its sandwich selection with salads and prepared sides, while party platters and ready-to-serve foods cover gatherings and weekly meal preparation. Takeout, in-store pickup, and delivery offer flexibility, and free lot and street parking make collecting an order straightforward.
Daily 10 a.m.–9 p.m. hours and several ways to order earn Jimmy John's its No. 7 spot. At 517 N Main St in Frankenmuth, MI, the counter-service shop serves sub and club sandwiches with signature potato chips. Delivery, takeout, and a drive-through offer alternatives to indoor or outdoor seating. One reviewer praises delivery that usually arrives within 20 minutes and accurate orders. Its 3.6-star Google rating across 160 reviews also reflects a mixed record, with other reviewers reporting missed requests and pickup delays.
Sub and club sandwiches
Drive-through and delivery
Indoor and outdoor seating
“Fast delivery.. Our orders arrive usually within 20 minutes! The staff are always so nice and orders are accurate. 5 stars all the way”
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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 Frankenmuth 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.
Sandwich Shops in Frankenmuth, MI: common questions
Where can I get smokehouse deli sandwiches in Frankenmuth, MI?
Willi’s SmokeHaus & Deli at 316 S Main St offers signature sandwiches alongside Haus-made brisket, pastrami and corned beef. Sandwich-focused reviews include praise for four different sandwiches in one lunch order and a Rachel made with turkey, creamy coleslaw and rye bread.
Which sandwich stops in Frankenmuth, MI are open later?
Jimmy John’s is open until 9 p.m. daily. Subway closes at 9 p.m. Monday–Thursday, 10 p.m. Friday–Saturday and 8 p.m. Sunday. For grilled cheese, Frankenmuth House of Cigar closes at 10 p.m. Thursday–Saturday. McDonald’s stays open until 11 p.m. every day.
Where are vegetarian and vegan options available in Frankenmuth, MI?
Subway at 327 N Main St lists both vegetarian and vegan offerings, along with build-your-own sandwiches and salads. It offers dine-in, takeout, curbside pickup and delivery.
Which sandwich places in Frankenmuth, MI offer delivery or a drive-through?
Subway, Jimmy John’s, McDonald’s and Kroger Deli offer delivery. Jimmy John’s at 517 N Main St and McDonald’s at 478 N Main St also have drive-through service.
Where can I order sandwiches for a group in Frankenmuth, MI?
Subway and Jimmy John’s list catering services. Kroger Deli at 435 N Main St offers party platters, handcrafted sandwiches, salads and prepared sides, with in-store pickup, takeout and delivery available.
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