You’ll Love This Crafted Sandwich Perfection Just For You
Local owner opens new Big Town Hero in Hillsboro
Taste of the Town: Big Town Hero, Hillsboro
By Patti Jo Brooks, Contributing Writer | Photos by Malaina Kinne
Big Town Hero, newly opened in your neighborly Hillsboro community, has a reputation for outstanding submarine-style sandwiches. “Our mission is to provide customers with the finest ingredients. Fresh, local, no artificial ingredients! That’s Big Town Hero!”
Big Town Hero’s owner, Andres Radilla, is pretty impressive. The 23-year-old Latino entrepreneur now manages two Big Town Hero franchises — he purchased the Gresham franchise in January 2021 and the Hillsboro franchise in 2023. Both venues are family-operated and Andres splits his time between them as needed. At Big Town Hero, Andres can often be found focusing his efforts on the catering orders. His “hands-on” approach guarantees the high standards and fresh quality that Big Town Hero promises.
But what exactly is a “hero” sandwich? A hero sandwich, distinctive for its “premier quality,” originated in Italian communities and was intended to be large enough to share with family and friends. These sandwiches consist of only the freshest ingredients served on handcrafted bread that is made from scratch each day in the in-store bakery. At Big Town Hero, you can order online, in the store or through a third party service. Walk-in ordering, in addition to carry-out service, gives you the added option of dine-in seating at one of their cozy tables or booths.
Menu choices are numerous and varied, so be prepared to have your taste buds tantalized. Paninis, classic heroes, hot subs, signature heroes, salads, sides, and drinks, as well as kids meals are offered. Try the Classic Club, a popular favorite filled with turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar and Swiss cheese plus all the fixings. Add a fountain drink and choice of chips, potato salad, or macaroni salad — and make it a meal. Other fresh, mouth-watering ingredients used in paninis, heroes, and subs include roast beef, pepperoni, salami, tuna, and meatball, along with fresh tomatoes, bell pepper, avocado, romaine lettuce, pickles, cucumbers and onions. Yum!
If you’re planning a social event or get-together, be sure to check out Big Town Hero’s catering menu. Choose from three different options for streamlined catering. The Sack Lunch option is perfect for smaller groups that want a lot of customization. Party Boxes include 20 individually wrapped sandwiches of up to five varieties. The Party Sub option features two-foot, four-foot or six-foot overstuffed subs — the perfect choice to make a BIG impression.
So round up your friends, place your orders, and share Big Town Hero sandwiches in authentic Italian tradition.
Big Town Hero is located at 7379 NE Imbrie Dr. in Hillsboro, near the Sunset Fred Meyer. Give them a ring at (503) 648-0857 or order online at bigtownhero.com.
