Pino's Sandwiches | Our Story

Authentic Italian Flavors in Los Feliz

Let's get one thing straight: these are not your sad, flat lunch sandwiches. At Pino's, we pile fresh, generous Italian flavors onto our signature schiacciata, the airy Tuscan flatbread that's crisp on the outside, pillowy in the middle, and basically built to hold a mountain of good stuff. Tucked into Los Feliz, just a quick hop from Koreatown, we do one thing and we do it loud: huge, hand-built Italian sandwiches made with imported meats, real cheeses, and ingredients so fresh you'll taste the difference in the first bite. Order the Springtime if you want something bright and herby. Go for the XO with extra sauce if you came hungry and you mean it. Either way, come ready to share, or don't, we won't judge. While you're here, grab a cold imported Italian soda from our drinks case. It's the kind of fizzy little upgrade that turns a quick lunch into a tiny vacation to southern Italy and Sicily, no passport required. We're proud to be the neighborhood deli that treats every sandwich like it matters, because it does. Whether you're strolling over from Los Feliz or making the short trip from Koreatown, pull up a seat on the patio, take your time, and taste why the neighborhood keeps coming back for more.

Born Steps from the Duomo

In 1991, Pino opened a small salumeria focused entirely on one thing: warm, crispy schiacciata stuffed with local Tuscan ingredients and time-honored recipes. Do one thing exceptionally well, and give every guest more than they paid for.

The Flags on the Walls

For decades, American study-abroad students found their way to Pino's and left their college flags behind as tokens of affection — those flags still hang in Florence today. That bond with American guests is what convinced the family to cross the Atlantic.

What Makes Schiacciata Different

Schiacciata isn't ordinary sandwich bread — it's a Tuscan flatbread with a shatteringly crisp crust and a pillowy interior, baked to order so it arrives warm every time. Layered with imported Italian meats and housemade sauces, it's a texture you simply cannot find anywhere else in Los Angeles.

Los Feliz, 2025

In August 2025, Pino, Antonella, and Martina opened on North Vermont Avenue — not a franchise or an interpretation, but the same shop transplanted whole, with the same recipes and the same warmth. Eater LA called it immediately: hot schiacciata summer had arrived.

How We Welcome You

Walk in and you'll be offered complimentary samples of cheese and meat before you even order — a habit carried directly from the Florence shop. Whether you're chasing a memory from a semester abroad or discovering schiacciata for the first time, every visit is a conversation.

Featured in Eater LA

Pino’s Sandwiches has been recognized by Eater LA for its authentic Italian schiacciata sandwiches and fast, fresh approach to everyday meals in Los Angeles. The feature highlights our focus on simple, quality ingredients and the popularity of our original sandwiches made for people on the go. We are proud to be included among standout local spots serving real Italian flavors in LA.

From Florence Inspiration to Los Angeles

Our story has been shaped by Italian tradition, starting with the schiacciata sandwich born in Florence. Eater LA covered our journey and how this concept made its way to Los Angeles, bringing a piece of Italy to the heart of the city. From our beginnings in 1991 to our Los Feliz location today, we continue to serve sandwiches inspired by classic Italian recipes and a simple idea—good food made fast and fresh.