Rae's Sandwich Shoppe Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Rae's Sandwich Shoppe, where culinary delights meet warm hospitality. Nestled at 501 Union St, Nashville, TN, Rae's is not just a stop for a meal; it's a neighborhood gem that captures the essence of a classic deli experience.
The menu boasts a variety of sandwiches, highlighted by their renowned Reuben—tender corned beef paired with house-made thousand island dressing on flaky bread. For seafood lovers, the Shrimp Po'boy offers a zesty indulgence, while the Wicked Chicken sandwich delivers a perfect kick with chipotle sauce and pepper jack cheese.
But it’s not just sandwiches; Rae's features a rotating selection of hearty daily soups, including the rich Cajun Gumbo and the indulgent Beer and Cheese. Don't miss out on their lovingly crafted homemade brownies as a sweet finishing touch. Rae's is more than food—it's a slice of Nashville's heart. Come for the sandwiches, stay for the warmth.
Daily Specials
Chef's Choice- Spicy Seven-Pepper Pork Sandwich
4/5/22- Marinated Pork Shoulder, slow-roasted overnight with a homemade Seven-Pepper Sauce (Arbl, New Mexico, Jalapeo, Serrano, Poblano, Chipotle AND bell peppers), onions and garlic. Topped with Pepperjack Cheese and Served with lettuce and tomato.
Tuesday Special - Shrimp Po'boy
Wednesday Special - Spicy Jerk Chicken
Thursday Special - Southern BBQ
Pulled Smoked Pork w/ our BBQ sauce
Friday Special - Crab Cakes
Monday - Cajun Gumbo Soup
Slow Cooked Cajun Soup with Andouille Sausage, Chicken, delicious stock, and the Cajun "Holy Trinity" (Bell pepper, celery and onion)
Tuesday - Shrimp Bisque Soup
Seafood soup.
Wednesday - Potato Leek Soup
Thursday - Beer and Cheese Soup
Friday - NE Clam Chowder Soup
RAE's Homemade Chili
Ground Beef, Fire Roasted Tomatoes, Beans, and an extra dash of love!
Daily Soups
Rae's Hot Sandwiches
Rae's Hot Brown Sandwich
Honey smoked turkey topped with bacon, cheese sauce, and tomato.
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Honey smoked turkey and deli ham topped with bacon, cheese sauce, and tomato.
Rae's Reuben Sandwich
Slow roasted corned beef with mild horseradish dressing, Sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
Turkey Reuben Sandwich
Slow roasted corned beef with mild horseradish dressing, Sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
Angus Po'Boy Sandwich
Roast Beef with roasted mushrooms, creamy cheese sauce, and tomato.
Beastie Boy Sandwich
Maple pork loin with sweet corn, onion, bacon relish, and provolone.
Beastie Girl Sandwich
Roast Beef with smoked mushroom sauce, cheddar cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
Black and Bleu Sandwich
Roast Beef with Cajun mayo bleu cheese crumbles lettuce and tomato.
Southern Belle Sandwich
Slow-roasted turkey breast with cranberry dressing, lettuce, and tomato.
Prince Charming Sandwich
Honey smoked turkey with fresh salsa topped with pepper jack cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
Turkey Pot Roast Melt Sandwich
Slow-roasted turkey breast with cheddar cheese, provolone, pepper jack, or Swiss, lettuce and tomato.
Magic Mushrooms Sandwich
Roasted trio of fresh mushrooms topped with Swiss, provolone, mozzarella cheese.
Ace of Hearts Sandwich
Marinated artichoke hearts, sundried tomato with Swiss, provolone, mozzarella cheese.
Italian Princess Sandwich
Italian chicken topped with roasted mushrooms and Swiss, provolone, mozzarella cheese.
Italian Romeo Sandwich
Italian chicken topped with artichokes, tomatoes, and Swiss, provolone, mozzarella cheese.
Wicked Chicken Sandwich
Grilled chicken breast with green chili and chipotle sauce, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
Abis Honey Siracha Chicken Sandwich
Grilled chicken breast with honey siracha glaze topped with pepper jack cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
Raes Cuban Sandwich
Roasted pork loin with deli ham, Swiss, mustard, and dill pickles.
Smoked Turkey and Pepperjack Deli Sandwich
Highlights lower fat selections.
Cured Ham and Swiss Deli Sandwich
Angus Beef and Cheddar Deli Sandwich
Sicilian Tuna Salad Deli Sandwich
Highlights lower fat selections.
Dixie Chicken Salad Deli Sandwich
Club Sub
Smoked Deli Turkey Breast and Smoked Ham, Topped with cheddar and swiss cheeses and bacon.
Rae's Deli Sandwiches
Fresh Garden Salads
Rae's House Salad
Fresh Spring Mix, shredded carrots, Cherry tomato.
Rae's Side Salad
Grilled Chicken Salad
Grilled chicken with sprinkled Mozzarella cheese and your choice of dressing.
Rae's Chef Salad
Cure ham and smoked turkey, Swiss, cheddar.
Super Chef Salad
Sicilian Tuna Salad
Solid albacore tuna, artichoke, and dried tomato.
Dixie Chicken Salad
Southern-style: celery, cherry, pecans, and mayo.
Red Beans and Rice
Zapp's Regular
Zapps Cajun Crawtators
Zapp's Salt and Vinegar
Zapps Jalapeno
Lay's Regular Chips
Lays BBQ Chips
Doritos Nacho Cheese
Potato Salad w/ Bacon
Homemade with Fresh Potatoes, house seasoning blend, cajun mustard, and Bacon
Deep River Kettle-Cooked Chips
Pesto Pasta Salad
Pasta Cooked In-House, tossed in Pesto, Italian Dressing, herbs and spices and tomato and onion.