NYC's viral French dip obsession! Juicy prime rib, 7-hour caramelized onions & crispy baguette. Prepare for lines.
Salt Hank's has rapidly become a viral sensation, celebrated for its exceptional French dip sandwich. This specialty sandwich shop, founded by chef Hank, focuses on high-quality ingredients like prime rib from Pat LaFreida and slow-cooked caramelized onions. Despite its recent opening, it's already a must-try for sandwich aficionados, though be prepared for potential lines due to its popularity.
Salt Hank's is renowned for its signature French dip sandwich, which has garnered significant praise for its tender prime rib, slow-cooked caramelized onions, garlic aioli, and crispy baguette. The sandwich is often described as a 'sloppy masterpiece' and 'the best in NYC.' The accompanying shoestring fries are also frequently mentioned, though customer feedback on them is more mixed. The high price of the sandwich (around $28-$30) and combo meals (around $35-$40) is a recurring theme, with many finding it steep, though some argue it's justified by the quality and portion size in the context of NYC dining.
"The French Dip sandwich is the signature and overwhelmingly recommended dish, frequently hailed as the best in NYC. The au jus for dipping and the crispy baguette are highlighted as key components of its appeal."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the French dip sandwich for its incredible flavor and high-quality ingredients, often calling it the best they've ever had. However, a significant portion of feedback centers on the high price point and the long wait times, creating a divided opinion on its overall value.
Important Note
The restaurant is known for long lines and often sells out early in the day. The price point for the sandwich and combo meals is considered high by many customers.
"This user commented that the long lines at Salt Hank are likely due to TikTok trends rather than the novelty of the establishment."
Neutral"The original poster stated they are not interested in Salt Hank, indicating they pay enough attention to the subreddit to know they don't want to go there."
Negative"In response to a comment about long lines, this user agreed they wouldn't wait that long for a sandwich."
Neutral"This user observed extremely long lines at Salt Hank, describing them as a normal occurrence and circling far down the block."
Neutral"This user suggested Salt Hank for a French dip, noting it's a popular spot with long lines, though they personally haven't tried it as they don't like horseradish."
Neutral"This user found the Salt Hank's French dip to be not as good as Hillstone's and overpriced with a long wait. They also mentioned the fries were too thin."
Negative"This commenter defended the pricing of the sandwich, comparing it to other high-end French dips in NYC from places like Hillstone and Minetta Tavern. They stated that Salt Hank's pricing is in line with these established restaurants."
Neutral"This commenter enjoyed the sandwich and stated it was awesome, suggesting that not waiting in line doesn't make one a more 'real' New Yorker."
Positive"This user stated the sandwich was worth every penny and advised against getting pizza from the neighboring establishment."
Positive"The sandwich was considered good, but the fries were a waste of money and horrible."
Negative"The sandwich was described as more like a Philly cheesesteak than a French dip and customization was not allowed. The commenter felt it was just okay and the strict rules and manufactured scarcity were annoying, predicting the restaurant will fade quickly."
Negative"This user declared the sandwich to be a good sandwich."
Positive"This commenter believes the sandwich is worth the $28 price, noting that everything in NY is expensive. They also advised skipping the fries and suggested ordering by the front door to skip the line and eat elsewhere if not dining in."
Positive"This user stated that one sandwich is enough for two people and is a good size. They also mentioned that the sandwich is massive in person."
Positive"This user found the sandwich incredibly salty and overrated, with the fries being difficult to eat. While glad they tried it, they would not return due to the overhype."
Negative"This user found the sandwich to be great but noted that the overall experience would be better if it were less of an ordeal."
Positive"This commenter waited an hour and 20 minutes before opening and found the sandwich to be very good, enough for two people, and enjoyed drinking the au jus. They also noted the fries were terrible and disintegrated easily."
Positive"This user found the sandwich good but not worth the wait, and disliked the shoestring fries, deeming them not enjoyable. They suggested Edith's Sandwich Counter in the West Village as a more enjoyable alternative with less waiting."
Negative"This commenter acknowledges the sandwich is good but criticizes the restaurant's business model of scarcity and high prices, comparing it unfavorably to Katz's which has a broader menu and also sells out. They believe Salt Hanks is manufacturing a scarcity model without the established reputation or menu variety."
Negative"The original post hyped this sandwich as the best in NYC, with the author finding the hype to be justified and the sandwich outrageously good. It is described as the best sandwich in New York City currently."
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