Alvin
Ord’s

About Us

In 1970, Alvin Ord Johnston was living in Longview, TX. The “Salvation” Sandwich at Alvin Ord’s Sandwich Shop is the first creation of Alvin Ord Johnston. He had devoted his life to the church and spent most of his time reading & studying.

Alvin’s mom, Gertrude Wallace, was locally known for her family’s bread recipe. Alvin, who enjoyed testing in the kitchen, created a sandwich which turned out to be popular amongst his family and friends. The sandwich, made on Gertie’s famous bread turned out to be well known to such an extent that Alvin was urged to open a sandwich shop and offer his creation to society. Austin, TX was picked as the main location to offer this remarkable sandwich.