Overview
While you may think that the sandwich market is oversaturated, it seems that Melburnians can't get enough of the craze, with a new contender just opening in Prahran. Fannys Sannys is bringing chef-driven technique, generous fillings and premium coffee to Commercial Road.
Chef Doug Keyte has the resume of someone you'd expect to find in the kitchen of one of Melbourne's fine diners, not behind the counter at a sandwich shop. With stints at the likes of Grill Americano and Hellenika on the Gold Coast, Fannys Sannys is Keyte's first solo venture in the hospitality industry.
Keyte employs high-end kitchen techniques and leans on flavours and ingredients that chefs themselves crave on their days off to create hearty, no-nonsense sandwiches. Assembled with care and discipline, the stacked sangas include the likes of the Cheeky Bean with smoked beef cheek and barbecue beans, the Mac Daddy with a five-cheese mac and cheese filling, and the Porky Pig with porchetta, dijonnaise and salsa verde.
The Krispy Green with fried John Dory, shaved fennel and green goddess sauce, has quickly become a local favourite. The new sandwich joint is also the only venue in Melbourne serving the beloved Brisbane coffee brand, Fonzie Abbott.
About the new shop, Keyte says, "Take the ingredients and care you'd expect in a high-end kitchen, and put them between two pieces of bread. No shortcuts, no gimmicks — just proper food done right."
Images: Supplied.
Information
- Ten Road Trip-Worthy Restaurants You Should Visit in Victoria
- The 25 Best Restaurants in Melbourne for 2025
- The 50 Best Restaurants in the Melbourne CBD for 2025
- Where to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Melbourne
- CP Picks: The Best Gifts for Arts Lovers — From Gallery Prints to Music Gigs
- The Best Private Dining Rooms in Melbourne