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OL’MATES Sandwich Shop

2 Homer St, Earlwood NSW 2206, Australia

Recommended by 16 people

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2 Homer St, Earlwood NSW 2206, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About OL’MATES Sandwich Shop

Oversized deli sandwiches and double-patty smash burgers arrive stacked inside warm Tuscan schiacciata along the Cooks River. Tradeys, cyclists, and weekend walkers perch on outdoor milk crates and pavement curbs while waiting out the rush. Mortadella piles high alongside creamy stracciatella and pistachios, cut through with hot pickled peppers. Thick-cut schnitzels crunch under tangy house sauce, best washed down with cold matcha on the riverbank.

  • Signature Schiacciata: Thin, crisp-crusted Tuscan flatbread balances heavy layers of mortadella, buttermilk schnitzel, and house pickles.
  • Cooks River Picnic Spot: Steps from Steel Park and the shared path, patrons eat on sidewalk benches or takeaway straight to the grassy riverbank.
  • Dry-Aged OG Cheeseburger: Two dry-aged beef patties from local butchers come topped with pickles, golden cheese, and classic burger sauce on a potato bun.
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Why Choose OL’MATES Sandwich Shop

Why locals and destination diners head to Earlwood's riverside sandwich shop

  • Chef-Composed Gourmet Sandwiches and Burgers

    Layered with premium ingredients like mortadella, stracciatella, or double dry-aged beef patties, each item delivers a chef-composed balance of flavours.

    Ol’ Mates OG ($19) is a perfectly balanced cheeseburger with two dry-aged beef patties

    Jackie McMillan

  • Generous Fillings and Substantial Portion Sizes

    Generous sandwich builds and loaded portions make every order deeply filling and well worth the visit.

    I must say the Sandwich was super generous in size! Their Bread was delicious and salad fillings were super fresh.

    Gloria Tran

  • Crispy Italian Schiacciata Flatbread

    Signature sandwiches are built on authentic Tuscan schiacciata flatbread with a signature light, crispy exterior and tender crumb.

    agree with other reviewers on the schiacciata bread, it is phenomenal! So nice & crispy on the outside & soft on the inside.

    Miss Deliziosa

  • Clean and Balanced Flavour Profiles

    Thoughtful ingredient balances like poached chicken with green goddess and house pickles provide a refreshing, lighter meal option.

    It's great for those looking for a cleaner sando option that won't leave you feeling like you've just digested a grease trap.

    Martha Aragon

  • Prime Riverside Walking and Cycling Pitstop

    Positioned right beside Steel Park and the Cooks River Walk, guests can easily recharge with takeaway rolls, coffee, and cold drinks on their route.

    There’s also the Cooks River Walk just outside the cafe which makes for a great atmosphere and walk before/after or during your sandwich and drink!

    Monica Chowdhury

  • Relaxed Outdoor Dining by Steel Park

    The scenic outdoor riverside setting allows visitors to picnic casually along the park and water.

    Order takeaway and go and sit in the park and enjoy your sandwich as you look out onto the river.

    pia lily

Artisanal schiacciata sandwiches and signature dry-aged burgers

  • Deli Sandwich

    The Deli sandwich is so delicious, first bite in and I was amazed!

    Monica Chowdhury

  • Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich

    Also, the chicken schnitzel sandwich is 10/10.

    Walter White

  • Bella Mortadella

    First bite we were in heaven, first thing that came to mind was BRUH!!!!!

    Scott Ackles

  • Cheeseburger

    Ol’ Mates OG ($19) is a perfectly balanced cheeseburger with two dry-aged beef patties (from Marrickville butcher standout, Whole Beast Butchery), oozy golden cheese, tangy pickles, onion, ketchup, mustard and mayo. on a soft potato bun.

    Jackie McMillan

Other favorites

Beverages, sides, and sweet treats to round out your riverside stop

  • Matcha

    Matcha is fab also.

    erinxeats

  • Coffee

    The coffee is also contender for best in Sydney.

    David Smythe

  • Pistachio Cookie

    The pistachio cookie was absolutely divine.

    Michael Watson

  • Chips

    The chips were great too.

    Michael Watson

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there dine-in seating available?

Seating is quite limited, with only a few spartan indoor tables and roughly half a dozen pavement tables outside. Because of the limited space and quick table turnover, many visitors grab their food as takeaway and sit along the Cooks River path or in the adjacent park.

How large are the sandwich portions?

Portion sizes are very generous. Both the sandwiches and burgers are described as massive and packed with fillings, making them substantial enough that guests often split a sandwich between two people.

What are the parking options nearby?

Street parking can be chaotic directly outside on Homer Street, but free and paid street parking is available in the surrounding area, including nearby Undercliffe Road.

Can you order ahead to avoid a wait?

Yes, sandwiches are made to order and the shop can get busy with wait times during peak lunch periods. You can order ahead online to skip the wait.

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