Located on Sunrise Boulevard in Rancho Cordova, TOGO'S Sandwiches makes a solid lunch stop if you’re passing through Sacramento County with your dog. The sandwiches here are genuinely packed with meat—we’re talking stacks of premium fresh sliced turkey, pastrami, top-grade ham, mortadella, and capicola. They hand-carve the meats to order, so you can actually see what’s going into your sandwich rather than getting the pre-packaged stuff.

The Italian heritage shows in their ingredient quality and how seriously they take flavor combinations. If you’re particular about what goes on your sandwich, they’re not rushing you through or trying to upsell you on extras you don’t want. You get a straightforward, well-made lunch.

What makes this useful for traveling with a dog is the outdoor patio area where you can actually sit and eat with your dog nearby instead of having to take everything to go. The patio isn’t fancy—it’s functional—but that’s the point. You’re not paying for ambiance; you’re paying for good sandwiches and a place to eat them without being stuck in your car.

If you’re exploring the surrounding area, Rancho Cordova has some decent spots for walking around afterward, though Sunrise Boulevard itself is pretty busy. The sandwich options go beyond just meat too—they have wraps and salads if someone in your group wants something lighter.

The place is casual enough that you don’t have to worry about your dog being an issue on the patio, and the staff seems accustomed to people eating outside. It’s the kind of place where you get what you came for and move on, which is exactly what you want when you’re traveling. Come hungry and you’ll leave satisfied.