Some sandwiches hold a special place in the hearts of the Irish. There’s no disputing the satisfying salty crunch of crisps in a folded piece of bread, or the cult-like worship with which people gaze upon the chicken fillet roll. But is there really anything better than the cheesy, oozy goodness of a toastie? It would appear that Dublin thinks not – the dwindling summer months and arrival of Autumn has given rise to a new wave of toasted sandwich connoisseurs.
For fans of comfort, classics and no-faff bread, Toastie, a toasted sandwich shop in Temple Bar, serves up the quintessential comfort food alongside Two Fifty Square coffee. Revive after-school feelings with melted easy single combinations that ooze out over crusts, or try their popular Buffalo Chicken with blue, cream, red cheddar cheese and a drizzle of Franks Hot sauce for €6.
But if you fancy something more substantial, the revered and much sought after Griolladh toasties served from a food truck in Malahide are for you. The truck is doing the world a favour from their current pop-up location, it must be said. Resist the Hambo and try the Mambo – a heavenly mix of spicy smoked salami, marinara and sun dried tomatoes, peppered with olives and parmesan.
If you need something to wash it down, Grogans Pub has long fostered Dubliners’ love of the virtuous harmony of grilled cheese and a pint – an option that more bars have availed of since €9 spending limits came into play.
Elsewhere, The Big Romance reopened recently with a new menu by 147 deli. Sit back and enjoy one of their IPA’s alongside the Cheese Melt – a delectable mix of raclette, cheddar, mustard béchamel and dill pickles.
