Grand Central Bakery & Cafe

Thanks for the allergic reaction. I have heard about this place for years, but I just went there today and left disappointed. We ordered two sandwiches and they initially only gave us one. I reminded them about the second one, and they served it up fairly quickly, but it was clear that they still weren't reading our order ticket. They added heaps of the one ingredient I asked them NOT to include in my original order, and, even though I removed it from my food, I still walked out of that place with an allergic reaction. Even if it hadn't been for that, the sandwiches were wimpy and the bread was so-so. We spent $18, had to tip up front, and bus our own table. I'm not going back, and it's too bad, because I was looking forward to enjoying this place.…

great lunch spot. Get there before noon if you don't want to wait in a long line. Their soups are the best -- and no waiting! I recommend getting a bowl of the daily soups (2 are offered, one is veggie), and a side salad. Ask for the soup first. All for $5.50! A great deal. Some of their servers have a bit of an attitude, but they are basically nice if you know what you want to order.…

Three cheery cafes bake their way into Portlander's hearts.. In Short
If it's not the fresh-baked rustic breads, sinful sweets it's the satisfying sandwiches that draw savvy diners to all three Grand Central's bakery cafes. When you want food fast without the grease, call ahead and order a sack lunch: a sandwich (try the Black Forest ham and baby Swiss) with gourmet potato chips and a giant cookie. It's a carbohydrate-lover's dream.…