Opening June 5 at The Frederick in Phoenix, Paper Bag Sandwich Co. brings handcrafted sandwiches, fresh-baked schiacciata, and a simple philosophy to the Valley: lunch should be worth leaving your desk for.
Inspired by the sandwich shops of Florence, Italy, Paper Bag Sandwich Co. was built around the idea that great ingredients and thoughtful preparation can turn an ordinary lunch into something memorable. The concept focuses on a small, curated menu rather than endless options, allowing each sandwich to be carefully crafted from start to finish.
It Starts With the Bread
Ask the team behind Paper Bag Sandwich Co. what makes a great sandwich, and they will likely start with the bread.
Every sandwich is served on house-made schiacciata, a Tuscan-style flatbread baked fresh daily. The bread is made from scratch each morning and serves as the foundation for the entire menu. Rather than simply holding ingredients together, the schiacciata is designed to be a standout part of the experience.
The philosophy extends beyond the bread. Ingredients are prepared fresh every day, and once the day’s supply is gone, it’s gone.
Six Sandwiches, Done Right
Instead of offering dozens of options, Paper Bag Sandwich Co. keeps things focused.
The menu features six signature sandwiches, each with its own personality. Highlights include The Starting QB, made with prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, and arugula, and Group Project, a hearty combination of ham, prosciutto, salami, hot capicola, provolone, arugula, tomato, red onion, and pickled pepper aioli.
Vegetarians can opt for Field Day, June’s featured sandwich, which layers mozzarella, tomato, arugula, pesto, balsamic glaze, and a parmesan crisp on fresh schiacciata.
For younger diners, a simple kids menu includes PB&J, ham and cheese, and turkey and cheese sandwiches.
Bringing Florence to Phoenix
The inspiration behind Paper Bag Sandwich Co. traces back to Florence, where long lines formed daily for freshly made sandwiches built with quality ingredients. The founders wanted to bring that same excitement and appreciation for lunch to Phoenix.
The result is a concept that feels both simple and intentional. Fresh bread. Real ingredients. No shortcuts.
A New Lunch Destination
In a city where lunch often happens between meetings and errands, Paper Bag Sandwich Co. offers a reason to slow down.
Whether you’re grabbing a sandwich to go or staying awhile, the goal remains the same: make lunch something worth looking forward to again.
Paper Bag Sandwich Co. opens June 5 in Phoenix. Just be sure to arrive early. Once the sandwiches are gone, they’re gone!
Visit their official website here for more information.
