Florida is known for sunshine, seafood, and questionable attempts at Northern cuisine, but one unassuming sandwich shop tucked away in a Hollywood plaza is defying expectations. Sonny’s Famous Steak Hogies has mastered the art of the authentic Italian hoagie-provolone, sharp onions, and bread that snaps just right. Its reputation has spread far beyond the I-95 corridor.
Northerners, often skeptical of Southern adaptations, are flocking here, claiming the atmosphere and the stacked cured meats instantly transport them back to their favorite East Coast deli. It’s a genuine slice of home, served on a nine-inch roll.
Cash-Only Policy Keeps Things Old School
Walking into Sonny’s means leaving your credit cards in the car. This legendary hoagie shop operates on cold hard cash, a throwback practice that adds to its authentic charm. Customers rave about how the no-plastic policy reminds them of neighborhood delis up north.
Sure, shelling out six dollars for a Michelob Ultra might surprise first-timers checking their wallets. But regulars know there is a convenience store right in the same plaza with an ATM. Most agree the small withdrawal fee beats missing out on these legendary sandwiches…