Wax Paper Chinatown

Tucked inside a Chinatown arcade, Wax Paper’s second location brings all the sandwich magic of the original Frogtown spot to a much larger space. The setting is quintessentially LA—a bit quirky, a bit unexpected, and entirely welcoming. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch solo or meeting up with friends, the spacious layout with hallway tables and bar seating makes it easy to settle in and enjoy your meal.

The sandwich lineup at Wax Paper Chinatown includes beloved classics alongside creative new additions that push the boundaries of what a sandwich can be. The Italian sub remains a crowd favorite, stacked high with all the traditional fixings. But the real adventure lies in their innovative creations—a turkey sandwich brightened with clementine-serrano slaw, roast beef elevated by pickled beets and French onion sauce, or a ham sandwich unexpectedly topped with walnuts. Each combination sounds unusual but somehow works brilliantly.

This is the kind of place that rewards adventurous eaters while still delivering comfort to those who crave the classics. The panzanella salad offers a lighter option for those not in the mood for a full sandwich, and everything is prepared with obvious care and attention to quality ingredients. The counter-service format keeps things casual and efficient.

If you loved the original Wax Paper but found its tiny footprint limiting, this Chinatown location solves that problem while maintaining everything that made the first spot special. It’s an ideal lunch destination for anyone working in or exploring the neighborhood—unpretentious, delicious, and genuinely satisfying.