While the prices for this place online are wildly outdated (e.g. the lobster roll is $25 not $18), for current times they are still relatively reasonable, and still do many things remarkably well. I ordered their "Super Pastrami" which from the name, had me expecting a great big sub but was instead more like a kaiser roll perhaps 5 inches in diameter---but it was a damned good 5" of bread, delish pastrami, cheese and mustard that didn't make me resent the $9 it cost. Best onion rings in town: massive serving, and unlike many places where you get 3 times as much dough as onion, these were very lightly crusted, I'd say at least 80% or even 90% onion to dough. Spicy wings were slightly dry and could've been spicier, but nothing to complain about either. Tall milkshake was delicious, rich chocolate not sickly sweet like what you get at many places. Service was good, two nice ladies (perhaps Polish from the slight accent) at the counter, some Latinos visible in the kitchen---food took about 10-15 minutes which is a good indicator it's fresh not some frozen Sysco crap. All in all, a solid no-frills place I look forward to coming back to! Taking off one star only because they don't have public restrooms, only seating is at high windowside counters, and if you park in the front (will park at the side next time) it's a PITA to back out onto the usually super busy street full of cars whizzing by.

This review is for the roast beef and roast beef only. A while back, I fell down the rabbit hole of an r/Boston thread that debated where to get roast beef and Mike's ranked as one of the top places particularly for its authenticity and value (apparently, Redditors are staunch in their belief that North Shore places should be avoided, or anywhere else that requires a fork and knife to eat the sandwich). Anyway, we pulled up on our way to Costco and ... my expectations were not high. It seemed like a typical fried food joint right across the street from the Encore.* Well, this is a lesson to never judge a book by its cover because the sandwich was phenomenal. There's a reason why that sign looks super vintage, it's been around for decades. We got the super beef three way (BBQ, mayo, and cheese), and after the first bite, I wished we had each gotten our own sandwich. The onion roll was super chewy and pillowy, the beef tender, the sauces combining in perfect harmony. UGH. I'm not a beef person at all but I could've eaten the whole thing myself. If I'm in the area next time, I might take it to go - there's not much seating and you're just looking out at a parking lot and the street. PARKING: Just a warning that if you pull in from Broadway and park on the front-facing side, you may have to back out onto Broadway, which gets pretty busy. There are spots further along the other side. *I looked up later to find that Mike's was sold last year for $5.5 million to the same development group that owns the Encore. Hope it sticks around!

This place is good place to quickly grab food. The food came out in five minutes and everything tasted really fresh! The onion was fresh and crispy. They put good amount of roasted beef to get you full. The service was really nice and had many options to choose from. I feel like it is rare to find restaurants like this in Boston since it has a vintage vibe. I really liked the food and if you are in Everett it's a great place to come visit! I got the large roast beef sandwich and it had so much flavor and went well with the bun.

Super Roast beef 3 way is super good. Just leave it here so I can order it again next time.

I had the most incredible roast beef sandwich last Wednesday at mikes. The employees very very friendly and the food was incredible. They also had a decent amount of seating area. Mikes is a must try

The Bostonian Boyfriend took me to one of his hidden gems, Mike's. We just stopped by before hitting the casino for something quick and delicious! I got the small wings, pizza roll and mozzarella sticks; he got the roast beef. We had our usual car date and everything was good, although I do wish I got a different sauce besides ranch for the wings but whatever. Maybe on my next trip to the East I'll get something different

I like Mike's. It is a place that is no frill's takeout w a few stools and counter space. On any given M-F lunch it is busy w contractors, MBTA workers, office workers and the rest of us. Putting out what they are know for, roast beef sandwiches on a toasted buttered bun in 3 sizes. While my diet is an occasional beef meal, I can say this is my favorite. My partner gets a large roast beef and/or chicken tenders in a box. The tenders are good My brothers grew up in E, when they are here they want to come here. One swears by the blackberry milkshake, it's his highlight at Mike's. We are locals so it's a quick ride. Today I had a haddock sandwich which was fine, first time. 2 pieces of fried haddock, they will put tartar on if you like and a piece of lemon on the side if you like that. I like Mike, whoever that person might be. I remember Mike's as a variety store that sold donuts on the side a few doors down when Everett Station was across the street.