Deli cuisine: the best places to taste it in San Francisco

Ian McGowan

Mikey Rollins

Petit Cafe

Viking Sub

"This place is so delicious! Way more than just a sandwich place. I've been here three times so far, had the chicken Vietnamese sandwich (forgot the..."

Qubit Solace

"The bahn mi (Vietnamese sandwiches) are fresh, tasty, and well sized. I appreciate that their bread rolls are on the softer side for bahn mi - no..."

Sharon Kubo

"The best Vietnamese Chicken burger I had in SF till now and the cheese puffs just melted in the mouth... They are located so ideally outside the..."

Priyanka Dhavle

"You order at the counter and then wait outside while they make your food. The shop is at a major bus stop...so, if your bus comes and your food..."

Robin Tauber

"I pretty much only go here for the bahn mi, and the spring rolls, every once in a while i will get a side of fries. This was my Glen Park go to for a..."

Sean McGinn

"This place made me happy. As others have stated, it's not the nicest decor and i wouldn't take a date here. But it's homey in a way, they greeted me..."

auto matta

"Excellent tasting sandwiches for a great price (~$5/sandwich). We got the vietnamese ham and teriyaki sandwiches. The baguette bread was perfect and..."

Scott Stephens

Working Girls Cafe

"A small cafe on the corner of Bush and Kearney. We came here for a breakfast and really enjoyed our food. I had the BEST smoked salmon bagel..."

Jesse L

"If you want to avoid a certain mermaid faced coffee chain, this cafe sits brazenly opposite one on Bush. Surprisingly hard to find many places open..."

alex stuart

"I've stopped by here twice for lunch. It's super close to my work and they a huge menu. They have a wide selection of sandwiches and salads. I got..."

Mei Fu Lee

"Have been a patron of this location and the one on Market Street since the 2000s. Delicious bread, good portion sizes for the price, and incredibly..."

M K

"Great quick stop for almost anything you’d want! Working Girls Cafe has good selection of healthily food and snacks. Nice breakfast selection and..."

Crystal Eidanizadeh

"The sandwiches are so good. Best in the city. Whatever recipes they use are just better than everything else. Chicken salad and meatloaf are both the..."

Cameron M

"Nice, simple food choices, and all the local builders, cops and office workers were dropping in, which is always a good sign. I asked had they got..."

Frank Feeney

"Tried the tuna salad sandwich on ciabatta 🍞. Was very tasty. I think I would have the 🍞 toasted next time. Service was very friendly. Would..."

Ken Wong

"I just had the most amazing experience and best sandwich at this place! The California melt is delicious, but what was outstanding was the people. I..."

Sonora Braun

"Good fast friendly service, great for take out but has several tables. Nice breakfast..."

Erik Peterson

Boccalone Salumeria

"Beautiful flavors from the hot sandwiches. Love the mess piggy and italian sausage - old time favorites. We always stop here for a quick bite and..."

Heliana Mano

"Oh my. The cured meats hear mean business. They're ready to kick your taste buds rear end! The spread of different meats is stellar, ask the friendly..."

JR Curley

"Ay Dios Puerco. You see what I did there? Equated pork to god. Not literally…….welllllll. I think Boccalone sells a few things here that might..."

Walter Macalma

"Was introduced to this place by a local who has visited before. I tried the meat cone with different types of salami. Smoked, peppered, spices and..."

Jose Amaral Jr

""mmm... Meat Cone" Boccalone is quickly becoming one of the most well-known specialty stores in the nation. If you're looking for THE BEST cured..."

Calvin Woo

"Delicious meats and sandwiches. My sister ordered the Muffaletta. It was do delicious. Will definitely come back to get some yummy cured meats and..."

Sivuonthanh Lam

"Came by here on Valentines day, The Salumi selection was great. Was reasonably priced. we had a meat cone( selection of 3 salumi) in the morning and..."

J. Canon- Nail

"Loved this place, the chance to sample all of the dry aged and tasty meats was a great experience! They cut everything fresh right in front of you..."

Zachery Bilger

"Boccalone sells, as it says above the door, "tasty salted pig parts" - moreover, whether stopping by for a fantastic sandwich (the Mess Piggy and..."

Taryn Graham

"When you want to pick up a good snack, pick up some bread from Acme Bread Company and then head over to Boccalone and pick up a Cone of Goodness (AKA..."

Tu Lam

"One of the best places for dried meats. Great selection, they'll give you a taste to check it out. Very popular with tourists and locals, both. Grab..."

William Heikkie Dean Mills

"Yes, I know it is in a touristy Mecca. Yes, I know it is tourist Mecca. This is what I repeatedly told my SF local friend whom I was visiting. But..."

David Nguyễn

"Only had a chance to grab a salumi cone on my short trip, but it was one of the most delicious snacks I have ever had. Wonderful..."

Amanda Brashears

"I really enjoy the experience from getting a cone of meat. The meat is delicious and i would recommend people to try it especially for any meat..."

Joshua Zheng

"Chris Cosentino's little slice of heaven! I love coming here for a quick snack of cured meats in a cone! they have a great selection and great..."

mike im

"Nice lunch... great sandwhiches, although a tad dry for my taste. Tasty salted pig parts is the tagline and they don't..."

Fiid Williams

"Doesn't get much better than "tasty salted pig parts." They sell Grandma Utz's potato chips too (the best..."

Vanessa Schneider

"Meat in a cone, you can't beat that! Returned 3 times in the space of a week just to satisfy my craving for their salted meats. Thumbs..."

Benjamin Wu

"Awesome $5 meat samplers served in a cone. Great snack to grab while walking along the..."

Ian Mationg

Lucca Delicatessen

89/100 (1180 ratings)

Specialty Food Market

"Made a special trip from Salinas just to visit this deli, and it was worth the drive! A beautiful display of cheeses, italian meats, fresh salads,..."

Marcella Marmolejo

"Sandwiches were fresh, huge and delicious. They are very friendly and helpful. Lots of other good treats too! We also got some Italian chocolate as..."

Sheri Lynn

"The best potatoe salad ever! Was my 1st stop when I visited SF after spending 4 yrs..."

Sherree Myers

"This Deli is an Aladdin's Cave of Italian delights. The passion for quality is palpable stepping through the door and the choice is mesmerising. The..."

Stuart Robertson

"Amazing sandwiches. Travelled all the way from Australia to eat the meatball one. The lady that served us was lovely to us also. Amazing experience!..."

Craig Czintos

"Awesome sandwiches, the Italian is the bomb!! Their procuitto and cotta is superb. Cannolis are excellent (they were out yesterday) . Really cute..."

Sandra Pallen Carrarini

"When you think Genuine Italian Deli, this is it! Look no further. Everything is top..."

Dave Magnus Schroeder

"Never miss a stop here when we come to San Francisco. A true..."

Nikki Patterson McWeeney

"Potato Salad. �� Pumpkin Ravioli for Thanksgiving and..."

Russell Brenzel

"When you are looking for one of the best sandwiches this is the place "Lucca..."

Daniel Fuller

"The veggie sandwich is amazing! The Rosemary bread is delicious! Fresh avocado, roasted peppers, artichoke hearts, lettuce and cheese with mustard..."

Beth Spaman

"Had not been in 12 years to my favorite little deli in the world, had the chance to stop in while visiting SF this past week and it was as amazing as..."

Karen Roman

"I think you could probably gain weight just by the..."

Robert Hansen

"Old school Italian deli that’s a little chaotic in a controlled, amusing way. Came in here for the first time around Noon on a Saturday. The..."

Alexandra Carter

"Best Italian deli in the city! Sandwiches are unmatched. I had heard the potato salad was special and I found it underwhelming and too oniony but not..."

Bryan

"Delicious sandwiches and soups. The environment makes you feel like you are in Italy with fresh cuts meats and fresh mozzarella. Also offers packaged..."

Rebecca Munoz

"“What’s the second best place to eat in San Francisco?” I asked the Texan with a good palate. I’ve already tried that place. “What’s the..."

Nathan Pierce

"A true Italian deli in the heart of the Marina. Their sandwiches are incredible and we usually pick up a bunch of antipasto, pasta, tiramisu,..."

Raj Ajrawat

"One of the best delis in san fransisco. The American sandwich with turkey and cranberry is a must ! The potato 🥔 salad is famous and filling, and..."

Toufic Fakih

"Busy AF. Massive queue to order and a wait to get your food. There should be a sign telling you how to order as we didn’t know there was a number..."

Lily T

"We relish going to Lucca when in SF. They have a wonderful assortment of specialty meats, and Authentic Italian foods not found everywhere. I love..."

Linnie M

"After a trip down to the Golden Gate Bridge we were looking for a quick bite, and nothing hits the spot like a good sandwich! This deli had high..."

seth morrow

"Due to the recommendation of a friend who was an exchange student at Berkeley, I visited right before closing on August 17th. I don't prefer..."

Sinclair Lim

"Everytime I come here, let me be clear, absolutely EVERY TIME they make my sandwiches so good. Doesn’t matter if it is during a rush or when its..."

Kaylina Brianna Al-Nashaar

"This is the real deal. Family owned, original Italian deli. If you are into deli sandwiches you gotta to visit Lucca Delicatessen when in San..."

Maxence Renaud

"Best deli in SF for, like, ever. The Marina was historically an Italian neighborhood. The owners are part of that history. And the excellent food is..."

Neil M

"I didn't know this place was here, the meatball is the best sandwich I alway get it/ its..."

ZutaraDanaLilah

"Can’t go wrong with popping into an old school Italian deli. Lucca was spectacular. I ordered the “Pork-Etta” the bread was delicious and the..."

Thomas Elliott

"A friend highly recommended this place before we visited Palace of Fine Arts. Great recommended with authentic Italian goodies and sandos. Got a..."

James Deperalta

"Ricky - gave me a personal experience and brought me back to NY with a custom sandwich which reminded me of home, a perfect combination of excellent..."

Joseph Iorio

"I just bought a Ringstaller Droppler from some pinwheel with a man bun and went directly to the Lucca Deli to have a celebratory lunch. ...at least I..."

American Angler

Haight Street Market

88/100 (1393 ratings)

Quick Bites

Specialty Food Market

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great neighborhood grocery store that have modern convenience things like quality prepared foods, fresh coffees, and much..."

Jesse Lee

"Delicious fresh made sandwiches. Amazing people &..."

Brk Cn

"A lovely supermarket with plenty of interesting groceries and fresh produce (including paleo salted dark chocolate!). The deli and sandwich sections..."

Anu Narayan

"Nice local, neighborhood friendly market. They are always helpful and pleasant. Excellent, high quality meats. Lots of organic choices. There's a..."

Jay Dem

"produce is nice and fresh and they have a pretty good variety of items. A little on the pricier side - close to whole foods prices, but sometimes..."

Cynthia Jia

"What a gem! Best coffee I've had in San Francisco. Great market for super fresh produce. Cheese counter was off the charts. Make your own poke bowls..."

Anne Margaret White

"Love this little market. I’ve enjoyed watching it expand over the years. Great selection of things that you’ll need day to day or if you need..."

Kay Bee

"Love this lil grocery store. Workers are helpful and awesome 👍🏼this homeless pregnant woman didn't have enough money, and management helped her..."

Joanna

"Perfect grocery store. Their produce display/variety is impeccable. The sandwiches and poke bowls are also very good and well priced for the amount..."

Emily Andrew

"I had planned on going to other places for lunch but stopped at Gus's out of necessity after I ran short on time. This unplanned stop was definitely..."

Gerardo Sanchez

Cheese Boutique

"Great sandwiches, great value, friendly service. I love the cheese..."

Christopher Rhoades

"Number 1 the Best Rachid and nada Best customer service Best sandwich..."

André Saad

"Now this place is truly special. Look if your gonna come here buy their cheeses, im reviewing a sandwich but, its not their food that sets this place..."

Rivers Kayla (谦寻)

"The sandwiches are fantastic. Ingredients taste fresh and everything was well put together. It was $7 for a full size sandwich plus $1 for avocado......"

MrDevanWright

"Owner is the nicest guy ever! I’m obsessed with the cheese selections. We got to try some cheeses and ended up leaving with three different..."

ThaoTien Nguyen

"Best Italian sandwiches in town! This little local gem is full of import snacks, cheese and other goodies. Total mom and pop shop! Great service,..."

JJ Z

"Amazing cheese, I love that you can sample any of the cheeses or meats they have in store, it’s also great that you can get as much or as little as..."

Ari Kishinevsky

"You wouldn’t expect it, but this place has the most delicious, simple sandwiches of all time. I order the turkey and Swiss on rye with everything..."

Jason Liang

"Where do I even start? The Cheese Boutique is the best! Every sandwich is so delicious and the owners and staff are the kindest people around. The..."

Ruby Perez

"By far the best customer service I’ve ever experienced. Every time. Great selection of cheeses and spreads and super cheap home made garlic bread...."

Anett Roeber

"Just stopped in for a fresh mozzarella sandwich with prosciutto added, SO delicious. A great selection of imported goods and cheeses and the shop..."

Sarah Small

"Awesome local business, the owners are super friendly and accommodating. Their house made baba ganoush and hummus are divine. They offer a large..."

Katrina Marie

Lucca Ravioli Co.

88/100 (499 ratings)

Specialty Food Market

Wheelchair Accessible

"This place is been there as long as I can remember it's one of the last Italian delis that make fresh raviolis have fresh yummy Cheese's and the most..."

Tammie Brady

"OMG, what a great salumeria! I'm from Brooklyn and these folks do it..."

Richard Mauro Ricchiuti

"One of the best ravioli I have ever had from this small store in the city. They fresh make them every morning and you can taste the quality. Soft and..."

Hayden Shieh

"Good selection of fresh and packaged produce. You'll see a wide variety of wines, spirits, imported goods and a full service deli. The fresh pasta..."

Ian Ronningen

"Lucca is one of best deli's in the city in my opinion. Besides a great selection of cured meats, they also have a vast selection of pasta and very..."

Jane W

"Working in Italian restaurants for as long as I have and you'll come to fall in love with this place. One of the best Italian delicatessens in the..."

Sherry Tovar

"Love this place! They have many things from Spain and Argentina, even if it's mostly Italian. They have a lot of different dry pasta. Their fresh..."

Magui Joanidis

"The fresh raviolis are excellent - I especially love the pumpkin ones - better than some I've had at restaurants. I felt the marinara sauce needed a..."

Marina Kobayashi

"One of my favorite spots in all of SF. I never leave without spending over $100 on cheese, meats, pastas, and all sorts of deli items. Great staff,..."

Kenneth Martin

"What a cool place! They have a great selection of imported items, but the highlight is the deli counter and housemate items. You have to try the..."

Alan H

Buena Vista Cafe

88/100 (24208 ratings)

"Buena Vista in San Francisco is a classic gem with a rich history. Renowned for its iconic Irish coffee, this establishment offers a cozy and..."

Mouli Vasan

"This place is such an iconic place to visit! The Irish coffee is so good & is a must try!! The bartender is really accommodating & made a drink for..."

Misha Smith

"We had crab cakes, a lobster roll and Irish coffee. We ate outside at dusk. It was a cold and dreary afternoon so the Irish coffee hit the spot. It..."

Tim W.

"The last time I was here was 8 years ago. My favorite bartender has passed away. RIP Freddie. The Irish Coffee here is a tradition and so fun to see..."

Olivia Covarrubias

"The Buena Vista is definitely a must on your SF visit! I also love that they share their Irish Coffee recipe, and I make it at home in East Tennessee..."

Tommy Schuette

"I mean, where else are you going to go for an Irish Coffee in San Francisco? The place was hopping, but we got right in at the bar. This is such a..."

Neal Johnson

"SO GOOD! Whenever I am in San Francisco this place is a must visit location. The irish coffee is amazing and the clam chowder served in bread bowls..."

Espey Raun

"We visited Buena Vista on advice from a city tour guide by Union Square, and we tried their breakfast before returning for an Irish Coffee after a..."

Angelica Yee

"Stopped by for a taste of the Irish coffee for my husband’s birthday. I do not drink coffee so I was not sure what to expect but I can get into..."

N “Knickerbocker” Márquez

"I recently visited Buenavista to try their Irish coffee, and it was a delightful experience. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, providing the..."

Jorge Dominguez

"I finally stopped by for this Irish coffee. For a little around $13 before tax you get what you see in the photo. Service was fast. Not sure why the..."

Dishing Oakland

"Buena Vista in San Francisco offers a delightful experience with its must-try Irish Coffee priced at $14. The vibrant and touristy atmosphere adds to..."

C S

"Probably my 7th time here, a staple when I visit. I stopped in for the usual, an Irish coffee and dessert. However, I became distracted in casual bar..."

Adam B

"The Buena Vista in San Francisco is well-known for its Irish Coffee, and it has received positive reviews for its rendition of this classic drink...."

Omar Gonzalez

"This place is a true classic, and it has been around for so long for a reason: it's excellent. Yes, it's in a touristy area, and yes, it can get..."

Daniela Nuñez Zurita

"This place deserves the hype it gets. The Irish coffees are great, and they have plenty of variations on that theme as well. But don't skip the food...."

Tyler Rau

"A must in San Francisco :) the Irish coffee is an experience. Service is exceptional and prices not unreasonable for the..."

Lauren S

New Sandy's Cafe & Deli

Sofia Cafe

Salumeria

Wheelchair Accessible

"Had my 26 person wedding dinner in their upstairs private dining area! The atmosphere is perfect and rustic, very private. The service was great and..."

shelby ratay

"This has definitely been some of the best Italian food we’ve had in the Bay Area. The menu is flexible with a solid range of options to order from..."

Landon Ledbetter

"From the folks at Flour and Water, this is a their slightly more casual spot, but no less delicious. The decor has a great open airy feel and the..."

Michael Kwok

"The gnocchi and agnolotti were amazing. Unfortunately the Cacio e Pepe and cannelloni were just ok. We were also really looking forward to the..."

Paolo Ramos

"Gorgeous interior and ambience. Luckily we were able to walk in on a week night and be seated within minutes. Everything was delicious and the staff..."

blythe beecroft

"Lovely place with delicious food and the service is top notch. One person in our party was not feeling well so our server actually went next door to..."

Sampada Patel

"Cute spot for a date night. The food was delicious. Would recommend the corn arancini and spinach raviolini. The cacio e pepe was too cheesy and..."

Sangeetha Balasubramanian

"Wow! The food here is amazingly good! I had the Dinner Party tasting menu, which was phenomenal — every dish was delicious, made with care, and..."

Michael Mielke

"Each dish is amazing. Highly recommend Albacore tartare, Marinated beets and Fior di latte gelato(much love). For pasta, it never goes wrong..."

Lydia Huang

"I love penny Roma! Some of the best Italian in the city, & their wine list is..."

Kayla Jochimsen

"Penny Roma features freshly made, rich pasta and Italian dishes, beautifully presented. It was the first time we visited Penny Roma and we were..."

Luna Salaver

"I recently got married and wanted to host a small and intimate dinner celebration for around 30 guests. I originally was interested in the sister..."

Elizabeth Yeh

"Fun and energetic atmosphere. Lots of great options on the menu. Best to go with a big group so you can order a bunch of items (like we did)...."

Matt Williams

"I had an amazing time at Penny Roma. It was super busy for a Tuesday due to an event at a nearby bar. Even with how busy it was, several wait staff..."

George O'Quinn (deamos)

"Our favorite restaurant for creative pasta in San Francisco. Agnolotti del plin is a must-have for every meal here (in our family) and we complement..."

Chris Thun

"Service is 3 stars, not especially friendly, or attentive. the chicken is the best in the city - including Zuni- flavorful, juicy, roast to..."

Luke St Cløud

"Great service, good atmosphere, a bit cold after they opened the ceiling. Awesome beef steak and great pasta. I wish there was a bit more variety on..."

Carlos Villavieja

"I give this place five star rating for tag fast service , interior design, and pretty much every aspect except the food . This is definitely not the..."

Nadè Bozhinova

"Lovely ambience and great wine selection!! The service was amazing, everyone was very friendly and accommodating. The pasta sauce was too SALTY! The..."

Hewan K

Al's Cafe Good Food

87/100 (1644 ratings)

Emo's Cafe

"The food is cooked just right, and the portions are decent, and fast friendly food service. I will be there for breakfast tomorrow..."

Patricia Cebulla

"I ordered a combo pizza the best pizza I have ever tasted I guess it’s probably because of my first time eating Halal pizza well, I’m glad that..."

Zaid Khan

"Love the new look and menu, I love the Cheese Steaks, the bread is so soft and tastes great, the Garlic fries are my go to fries now. Takes awhile to..."

Resell Hobo

"Fantastic and tasty food, I liked the ambience this spot has, and the workers were kind. Will definitely visit here next..."

Robert Usher

"Nice place nice service good food..."

hz abdh

"Best sandwiches in the local area! Very clean establishment. Great customer service. Great owner. You will appreciate this..."

Jesse Burleson

"I Got a sandwich here a few weeks ago, it was fire. Delicious. The way he warmed everything up, the melted cheese, it was delicious. I will..."

Victor Vega

"Great place! Friendly people. Amazing food! Might I encourage you to try the cheese pizza, it’s very..."

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