BEAR Steak Sandwiches

Aki Erenberg and Ricky Barrientos initially launched BEAR Steak Sandwiches in 2021 as a pandemic-inspired passion project, intending it as a temporary venture to cook for family and friends. Operating out of backyards, they offered their steak sandwich every Sunday in Little Italy. But then something incredible happened. People loved it. And they wanted more. Erenberg and Barrientos never let go of their dream to open a full-fledged sandwich shop, and today, they’ve turned that dream into a reality. After years of searching for a permanent location, fate intervened, leading them to discover the perfect spot just steps away from where the BEAR Steak Sandwiches journey began at 550A College Street. Join The BEAR Steak Sandwich Club to receive our regular newsletter of all things BEAR: events, specials, premiere menu items and exclusive first access to what’s happening at BEAR, and never miss out on the hottest news. Joining also gives you access to earn exclusive BEAR Steak Rewards!