About Big House
Big House is a late-night sandwiches spot in Portland, OR, with a modern feel and open kitchen seating with a view of the line cooks. The kitchen leans into sandwiches done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Turkey Club, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Italian Sub, Pulled Pork, Reuben, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find downtown commuters grabbing a hot lunch, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours craft sodas, local kombucha on tap, and house-brewed iced tea. The kitchen happily accommodates common allergies if you let them know. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, catering trays for offices and parties can be ordered with 24 hours notice. Expect a short wait at peak hours, but the line moves quickly. Whether you're new to Portland or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable sandwiches fix, Big House earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Big House. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.8 out of 5 across 1,074 reviews.
Came here on a whim during my lunch break and I'm hooked. The Pulled Pork was easily the best version I've had this year. Friendly staff, fast service, and they actually got my order right the first time. Will be back next week.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Caprese Panini and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Mixed feelings. The Turkey Club was excellent and the cashier was friendly, but my side came out cold and they were out of two of the things I wanted to order. Probably worth another try, but not the experience I was hoping for.
I work nearby and stop in at least twice a week. The Caprese Panini hits every time. Service is quick, the space is clean, and they take dietary requests seriously which I appreciate. Easy five stars from me.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Pulled Pork stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Hidden gem. We were in the neighborhood for an appointment and stopped here based on a friend's recommendation. So glad we did. The Turkey Club was unreal — clearly made with care. We're already planning our next visit.
Location & neighborhood
Big House is located at 3091 Cedar Rd in Portland, OR. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.