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Cured & Crafted | Artisan Sandwiches

Jefferson Park's laid-back lab for creative, scratch-made sandwiches

AmericanWork lunch
Cured & Crafted | Artisan Sandwiches

What to know

Opened to give Jefferson Park a go-to spot for elevated sandwiches, Cured & Crafted blends traditional deli techniques with adventurous flavors. The founders focused on scratch-made sauces and intentionally simple service to highlight quality ingredients and bold combinations. By offering a cashless, fast-paced ordering experience, the shop aims to fit seamlessly into busy neighborhood life while raising the bar for everyday sandwiches.

Current menu

Menu highlights at Cured & Crafted | Artisan Sandwiches

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Cured

Belly BLT

BLT with crispy bacon and Slagel Farms pork belly

Italian Sandwich

Deli classic with capicola, mortadella, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, and dressing

Muffuletta

Ciabatta sandwich with Italian meats, Swiss, provolone, olive salad, mayo, and spices

Crafted

Chimichurri Steak

Steak sandwich with grilled onions, chimichurri, fries, labneh, and mayo

Crafted Smashburger

Brioche burger with Slagel Farms beef, American cheese, onions, pickles, and Thousand Island

Cubano

Pressed sandwich with ham, Slagel Farms pork, Swiss, house pickles, and dijonnaise

Complement

House-battered Cheese Curds

Fried cheese curds with Hatch chile ranch

Source: Official menu ↗

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