Whether you're a diehard meat eater or salad-loving vegetarian, take your #MeatlessMonday to the next level with these six sandwiches.
PBJ + Banana at Proper Food ($7)
This update on a childhood favorite includes housemade coconut peanut butter, housemade all-natural jam, and bananas slathered on walnut bread. The nostalgic sando is an easy lunchtime meal at Proper's four grab-and-go locations, and will keep your energy up all day. // Proper Food: Multiple locations, properfood.com
Veggie Burger at Black Sands Brewery ($12)
Chef Eric Ehler continues to churn out unique brewpub fare at Black Sands, including this iteration of a veggie burger with a smoky beet and grain patty, grilled cabbage, American cheese, and special sauce. Add an egg for extra protein. // Black Sands: 701 Haight Street (Lower Haight), blacksandsbeer.com
Pulled Mushroom Sandwiches at Mr. Tipple's Recording Studio ($9)
Mid-Market newcomer Mr. Tipple's serves up an edited list of bar snacks, and the sliders are no joke. Chef Joey Elenterio creates a luscious trio of smoked and pulled seasonal 'shrooms enveloped in brioche buns with coleslaw, crispy shallots, American cheese, and mushroom-based barbecue sauce. // Mr. Tipple's Recording Studio: 39 Fell St. (Mid-Market), mrtipplessf.com
Kimchi Grilled Cheese at Maven ($8)
Not your typical grilled cheese, chef Isaac Miller tops this version with kimchi, apples, mushrooms and cheddar, for the perfect balance of flavors. As one does at Maven, pair it with a cocktail—The Money Tree (pisco, savory shrub, tarragon, orgeat, egg white) provides a tart counterpoint to the umami-rich sandwich. // Maven: 598 Haight Street (Lower Haight), maven-sf.com
Smoked Trumpet Mushroom Reuben at Wise Sons Deli ($12)
As usual, Wise Sons delivers an over-the-top veggie delight with their mushroom Reuben. Smoked organic trumpet mushrooms are griddled with creamy Russian dressing, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut, piled on rye bread. A side of pickles provides a touch of zing. // Wise Sons: Multiple locations, wisesonsdeli.com
