Lisa Graves Safety Specialist/Explosive Safety Officer JEB Little Creek-Ft.Story Virginia Beach “I can’t believe it is Sam’s 75th anniversary! Back in 2003 while deployed to Afghanistan as an army reservist, Sam’s sent my unit 30 whoopie pies. I can’t begin to explain what it meant to me and my unit to receive that little taste […]

*Sam’s first “original” Italian sandwiches were made with salami; now, ham is the most popular order. *The first pizzas, which originated in Naples, Italy, were only dough and tomato sauce, no cheese. *Sam’s is no different from the rest of the country with pepperoni being the most popular pizza topping and anchovy being the least […]

1939 – Founder Sam Bennett sold his “Italian Sandwiches” out of a small shop in Auburn, on Minot Avenue, near the intersection of Elm Street. His wife and sister-in-law helped in running the business. 1940 – Sam’s moved to the present location on Main Street in Lewiston. 1946 – The Sam’s Bakery was started on […]

Sam’s shop employees are considered family and because of that, there is loyalty, trust and an appreciation for each other. It’s no wonder why many “family” members remain as employees for a very, long time and have an appreciation for their boss, Rick Michaud. Roger Bernier Roger Bernier of Lisbon Falls has the greatest amount […]

Rick Michaud is the president of Sam’s Italian Sandwich Shoppe and whether you’ve known him for years, or are just meeting him for the first time, one thing is certain: Italians and pizzas are a big part of his life. “One of my fondest memories involves pizza,” he said. “On Friday nights, my mom would […]

Just hearing the word pizza puts a smile on most any American’s face, but locally, or for anyone who has lived in or visited Maine, it is the famous Sam’s Italian sandwich that people rave about. And most will agree that at Sam’s Italian Shoppe, there’s just something special about their fresh, soft roll, tasty […]

Sam’s Italian Foods Take out menu Italian Sandwiches: Ham Italian 4.60 Salami Italian 4.60 Vegetarian Italian 4.60 Genoa Salami Italian 5.15 Pepperoni Italian 5.15 Combination Italian 5.15 Traditional Triple 5.99 Turkey Italian 5.99 Tuna Italian 6.15 Chicken Salad Italian 6.45 Seafood Italian 6.55 Roast Beef Italian 6.75 Sam’s Mini Italian Platter Our Famous Italian Sandwiches […]

Catering Division 782-2550 Catering Menu (Sit Down Dinners) Choice of one Entree $14.49/Person Lasagna (Meat or Broccoli) Chicken Parmigiana w/pasta. Ziti w/Alfredo & Broccoli – with or w/out chicken These three entrées include a hot vegetable blend. $12.75/Person Spaghetti and Meatball Ziti & Meatball All entrees above include garden salad, choice of plain or garlic […]

Team Sam’s works hard every day to continue the traditions and achieve the standards that Sam (not shown), Jerry (left) and Phil established. They were truly one of the most successful partnerships our community has seen. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jerry as he recovers from a recent battle with leukemia. He has spent […]