Fat Larry's

Reading, MA · Sandwich shop

Rating
4.9/5
★★★★★ 4.9
Reviews
20
Rank in Reading
#2
of 52 restaurants
City Percentile
96%
rating percentile
Address
Fat Larry's, 169 Haven St, Reading, MA 01867
Phone
(781) 205-6128
Website
www.fatlarrysreading.com
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

Fat Larry's is a restaurant located in Reading, MA. It is one of 52 restaurants listed in Reading. Its 4.9-star rating is above the Reading city average of 4.3 stars. It ranks #2 among Reading restaurants by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Fat Larry's

Family owned ice cream and sandwich shop

Hours

Friday11 AM–6 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Cesar Ziegler · May 2025

The reviews weren't lying. It's the best roast beef sandwich I've ever had in my life. I ordered it with gluten-free bread, and when it arrived at the table, I was shocked by the size. The flavor was even more impressive. I highly recommend it. I'm already planning my next visit. If I could, I'd give it 6 stars.

★★★★★ 5.0 Joseph Costello · Mar 2025

Delicious local sandwich and ice cream shop. If you're in the area, you have to try this place. I got the Italian on sourdough bread. Absolutely the best tasting sandwich that I've had. My friend got the turkey apple cheddar on marble bread with a side bowl of chicken noodle soup. He loved it as well. The meats, vegetables and bread were very fresh. We'll definitely be back to try a different sandwich. They also serve ice cream and have a different soup every day.

★★★★★ 5.0 Jose Cruz · Apr 2025

I’ll admit I’m a little biased—I’m a regular at Fat Larry’s, and there’s a reason I keep coming back. This place is the quintessential local-owned deli and ice cream shop, right in the heart of downtown Reading. The sandwiches are amazing, made fresh and packed with flavor. The prices are fair, and the staff is always super friendly and attentive. The space itself is small, charming, and full of that old-school, hometown vibe that’s hard to find these days. Whether you’re grabbing a sandwich or a scoop of ice cream, everything here is top-notch in a laid-back, no-frills kind of way. This isn’t a fancy place—it’s just a legit, small, local shop doing things right. One of my favorite go-to spots, and I strongly recommend it if you’re in the area.

★★★★★ 5.0 S C · Jan 2026

Easy online ordering and was ready before my designated pick up request time. Delicious, packed sandwiches. I'm a former Reading resident, but still work in town. Will most definitely be back!

★★★★★ 5.0 Jason Hall · Sep 2025

LOVE Fat Larry's. Sandwiches are great (I usually go w/ the classic roast beef on sourdough, extra horseradish), and service is fast and friendly (even when busy). I'd give an extra star if I could for when they carry the Dirty Funky Fusion chips!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Sandwich shopIce cream shop

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