The Linden Store

I love this place I just discovered it actually and I had it 4 days in a row last week… The thanksgiving sub is so good!!! Along with everything else and the place is always packed but they are super fast making the sandwiches.

Crowded. Very very crowded. I wasn’t sure how to order (and I don’t think that has ever happened to me before.) I wanted to order two sandwiches and they never asked me for my second order so I stood there like an idiot for a few minutes till I spoke up to place my second sandwich order.
The end result was DELICIOUS but it was a such a pain to order now sure I’ll be rushing back.

Perfect neighborhood lunch spot. Sandwiches are amazing. Staff is friendly and client oriented. They even serve breakfast at the counter to sit down and eat. Love it here. And nice new sleek modern clean design. This place never gets old!

Grew up coming here and I always go back when I can. It has declined in the last 15 years, but it still ranks among the best.

This place has been a favorite since childhood. I always get the turkey club and will never go back. My favorite sub place in the world!
The staff are fantastic, nice, and funny. Don’t be put off by the chaotic atmosphere — just go with the flow and enjoy your yummy sandwich.

Been coming here for years. Best subs and sandwiches around. The sub rolls are made fresh for every days use. Can’t say enough.

Always great. I love their gluten free tuna with banana peppers. So yummy
Everyone so friendly and kind.
Def a fav spot for lunch !!!

Honestly one of the best deli subs you will find, anywhere in the country for that matter. Don’t even waste your time looking at the menu. Go straight for the Isabella! These guys take their craft seriously, and boy is my stomach thankful for that !

I come here often. The sandwich & homemade soups are creative & delicious. The owners (2 bros.) & staff are responsive and friendly. Very quick service and delivery. Highly recommend.

I don’t even know where to start with this place. Because I went to college in the area, I ate these sandwiches regularly and I even saw the restaurant through its expansion. Not only is this family-​owned restaurant a great place to have lunch, but they also cater to organizations that put in bigger orders! My soccer team would put in a Linden order for every away game… something I always looked forward to after playing!)
My favorite go-to’s are the Abbey Rose and the Avocado Special, both on ciabatta bread. You really cannot go wrong with any sandwich you choose though, and they also offer a variety of salads and soups.
This is truly one of the best sandwich shops I’ve been to and if you are in Wellesley you can’t miss it. They close pretty early though, so get in while you can!

Unbelievable sandwiches. Tasted the dude ranch, linden special, and the thanksgiving, all were incredible. Service was super fast, too.

The Linden Store is a landmark in Wellesley and has earned its accolades. Love it there — great food to eat there or to go, nice people who work there and great service. It’s ALWAYS packed in there — a good sign!

The staff here are probably the most friendly, helpful staff I have ever encountered. I’ve gone here with my friends as well as ordered pick up for my company. Sandwiches are amazing. When I call in orders for the company they are so helpful and cheerful on the phone, and have the order ready to go when I arrive. Coffee is good too. The only negative thing I have to say about this place is that it is often too crowded! Again, the staff deals with the lunch rush well and always manages to keep the line moving quickly. I highly recommend this place!

Very popular lunch spot. Lines are long, but orders are taken quickly and sandwiches are made lightning fast. The Large Isabella is definitely a good choice. Thanks Unilocalers for the recommendation!

Huh.
Well, I want to give it two stars. But the reviews are just so high I feel like three is low enough to make the statement.
The pasta salad had gross canned olives in it. Actually gross. Other than that it was fine.
The sandwiches that everyone is raving about had just a ton of bread. That’s not my thing. Maybe it’s yours. Honestly I just really dislike sandwiches that aren’t hot, toasted, with melty bits. If you do, then you will probably like the sandwiches here. But they are not for me.
The salad was fine. It was lettuce and some other things.
I’m wondering if all the good reviews have to do with all the people who see this as their special neighborhood place. Or if I just didn’t order well. Or if I am missing some core piece of What the Linden Store Is.
Ultimately I don’t really care. Mediocre at best. Moving on, to better food.

If I could eat lunch here everyday I would. One of my biggest regrets is not discovering this place while I was at Wellesley, though my wallet and waist may thank me. I would plan my workday around being able to make it here for lunch before noon so the line wasn’t too crazy, though even when it is it moves quickly. I’m so impressed by the staff’s ability to take orders quickly and always manage to get them correct even though they write nothing down. This is a quick moving quick turnaround line, so know your order before you get to the counter. Everything I have had here has been amazing, anything with prosciutto is a great choice, though the specials are always delicious. If you can, try and get some peanut butter cookies, they are amazing! I’m going to have to take a trip out to Wellesley just for another sandwich!

Just. Good. Sandwiches.
I find that those are surprisingly quite hard to find.
The Linden Store makes perfectly prepared sandwiches, with fresh, high-​quality ingredients. Their menu offers up sandwich creations, like the Italian, which my husband got (adding on basil and hot peppers). You can also make your own sandwich, like I did; turkey with pretty much every topping they have to offer. Both were ordered on their baguette bread option. The baguettes offered the perfect vehicle for the delicious sandwich innards, with a crispy exterior that holds up to even the most overly-​stuffed wich.
Service at The Linden Store was top-​notch, from the exceedingly friendly man who took my takeout order over the phone, to the excellent service I received while picking up my order. So hard to find, especially when ordering take-​out. And, while inside picking up my order, it seemed like everyone else was enjoying that friendly attitude too. I almost felt like I was inside a movie version of a sandwich shop.
As this place is less than 3 miles from my work, I look forward to many, many more stops here on the way home. If only I can make it home before devouring my sandwiches.

Renovation done to this Wellesley landmark — looks great and service as always with a smile!

Linden never disappoints. From the Dude Ranch to the Abby Rose to the Isabella, all their sandwiches are served on delicious bread, have the most fresh ingredients, and will fill you up in the best way. The oreo mudslide is one of my favorite treats when its hot out (or if its cold because its just plain delicious) and they also have great homemade soup and yummy breakfast sandwiches. If you are considering coming here for a meal, the answer is simply yes you must.

They don’t make places like this anymore: literally and figuratively.
The place is still organized like a lunch counter of yesteryear. Some aura of the past still lingers; something comfortable and friendly permeates the air: high school kids laugh and chow down on their sandwiches, senior citizens glance up from their paper every so often to crack a smile and give an approving nod as new patrons trickle in… Regulars chit-​chat with employees, making wise cracks about the daily drudge of the work day… the place feels more like someone’s kitchen than anything.
Normally, I don’t bother spending this much time writing about ambiance, but I must say I do think this place really emits some weird, homey, 50’s-like nostalgic vibe I kind of like. Enough with the candid aside. if anyone is still reading, on to the food!
Providing good food to good people isn’t really that hard, you just have a give a shit… and this place cares deeply about the workers and ingredients. Kind, happy, skillful workers + quality ingredients = tasty shit. This place offers a bevy of delectable meats, cheeses, toppings and breads to satisfy the most discriminating consumer.
This place takes pride in their food, which unfortunately is becoming more and more rare these days. You won’t get a bad sandwich, you might even strike up an interesting conversation with one of the regulars. Seriously, pop in and give this place a try if you’re in the neighborhood.