Alvin Ord's - San Marcos

I absolutely loved the bread! If you're a fan of the bread from Schlotzsky's, you'll definitely enjoy Alvin Ord's. I recommend going for double meat; it's worth it. I ordered the Salvation, which is their house special, and it was a great choice. The restaurant has a relaxed, college town atmosphere with a hippie vibe, and the music enhances that feeling. Overall, it's a solid pick for a meal.

What a hidden gem! The Salvation serves up incredibly delicious food at great prices. The vibe is quirky and has a timeless charm. It's a true original. Make sure to stop by when you're in San Marcos!

We travel over an hour just to get these sandwiches. Our favorites are the Salvation and the roast beef, both with extra meat. The staff is incredibly friendly. We usually order to go, but we enjoy a wedge there and take the rest home or eat by the river. Don’t forget to bring a Sharpie with you to write your name on the wall. This place has been a favorite since the 80s (SWT #1) and it still serves the best sourdough bread sandwich I’ve ever had.

I must say best sandwich shop in San Marcos Texas since the day I've been born I recommend trying the famous salvation sandwich on French bread always a go-to for me as a kid I will get chopped BBQ on French bread but a very low key sandwich shop withgreat vibes also leave a memory while you're there and Tag your name or phrase on one of the numerous surfaces or booths to lookback on as you revisit. PS I will drive all the way from Austin Texas just to get a sandwich from this hidden gem.

The best sandwich shop! It's definitely worth the wait, and I'm amazed that it hasn't changed over the years. My husband was initially reluctant to try the place due to its outdated appearance, but he was pleasantly surprised by how delicious the sandwich was. However, he was let down by the soda fountain, which had very limited options.