Upon recommendation for a great burger, we came here to try the food. It was later in the day, about 7:30pm, two of us had the out and about burgers and, indeed, they were great! The meat was moist and tasty and well dressed with 1000 island, lettuce, tomatoes, and grilled onions. We got buns that had no sesame seeds, which did not disappoint us. I had the cheese and garlic fries. I thought they were a bit pricey, but the order was a decent sized portion that four of us shared. The garlic was sharp and tangy, and appeared to be raw. The cheese was more like a "nacho" cheese consistency. If I had to do it again, I would ask if there was an alternate type of cheese. The side salad was generous and fresh, with the standard dressing options (balsamic, ranch, honey mustard). We asked for the dressing on the side and they were okay with it. The cup of tomato basil soup was generous and tasty. This is an "order, pay, and pick up food" place. So, if you are eating in, have someone grab a table if it's crowded. We placed our orders, paid and gave a name for the order. We were later in the day, so there were tables available. Our name was called and we got up to pick up the food. There are metal forks and spoons (also plastic), napkins, and condiments across from the beverage machine. Burgers are served in baskets, the salads came in not-paper bowls, and the soup was in a melamine cup. The staff was friendly and efficient in an open seating set-up. We bussed our own plates. read more

Tried the food at Arcata Pizza and Deli today. Went with their seafood options and the fresh catch today was lingcod. Fish and chips were decent overall. Fish was panko breaded and fried which is different than the beer battered fried I'm used too. Fish could have used more seasoning and I like my fries a bit crispier. However portion sizes were good, with 2 large fish pieces and a ton of fries! Needed more than the 1 cup of tartar sauce for the amount of fish. Chimichurri fish sandwich was good. Fish was flakey and the chimichurri gave a nice flavor and acidity. Staff was friendly and food was out fast. Overall: 3.5/5 read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - Fish N' Chips. Fresh catch of lingcod today. - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California

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Excellent, fresh fish dishes! Only issue is the fries...but who cares lol. People are awesome, food is fantastic! read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - Partial menu - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California

This is the place, for excellent service, friendly people, to meet your friends, to treat yourself, for quality food, portions that leave you full and probably with leftovers, freshest fish any where, to support local small business, - there are too many great reasons to dine at APD, and they've been doing all of the above consistently for decades. Hands down best eatery on the NorCalCoast read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - Fish Tacos - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California

It was my first time at Arcata Pizza & Deli, and it will probably be my last. This visit was disappointing because of the customer service. I standing at the register making eye contact with the cashiers multiple times, but we were repeatedly ignored and never acknowledged just the two workers talking and laughing. The only reason I had to ask for help in the first place was because we weren't given plates or napkins with our order but directed where they should be --only to find there weren't any there either. Being overlooked like that made us feel unwelcome and frustrated. I hope they work on being more attentive to customers, because there wasn't good service. read more

Kind of a hole in the wall, and probably could use a refresh on the decor but don't let that fool you. My hubby loved their pizza and he can be a snob. I had their line-caught albacore burger. I appreciate a great fish sandwich and this hit the spot. Meanwhile hubby happily munching on his pizza. Service was fast and fine, the food was really good. So good hubby came back next day for more pizza. read more

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So delicious everything I've had here so far. Yummy pizza, arcata burger, cheese fries, hibiscus tea was good too! Lovely service too and nice environment :) read more

So I just discovered the lovely Raspberry lambic, I have stopped here before for lunches and a bite for dinner but a drink? Never thought of it and I'm so glad my friend introduced me to it!! Will be stopping for it as usual spot!! read more

Yummy spot for good food. Even with Oysterfest going on they had spots available and the food was on point. The pizza was such a big slice the kids couldn't believe it. They enjoyed it so much. I orderd the fish and chips. Very good and fresh. My husband ordered their turkey club sandwich. It was so massive and good. read more

This is a great spot for a college student looking for a quick bite they do pizza by the slice that is always hot and usually quick to get unless they are really busy (usually not). And if you're looking for a meal the fish and chips are really good freshly caught with that nice crispy plinko bread. Only complaint is the people that work there seem pretty burnt out and honestly pretty out of it. Always forgetting orders or just being airheads. Overall pretty nice spot tho read more

A chill late night spots on the plaza. Got a mushroom burger that was delicious. The staff were kind as well. The homie got kombucha on tap. Would definitely go back, especially late night . read more

The pizza was bathing in grease, which was disgusting. It has consistently been excessively easy.

APD is the GOAT when it comes to sandwiches and pretty much anything else on their menu. I was lucky enough to live a couple blocks away when they first opened and over 20 years later they still make the best food. I've tried almost everything and even when it wasn't to my normal taste preference it was good. I'm not a ham sandwich guy, but I'd eat and ham and cheese grinder from there anytime and be happy. The place is usually busy and sometimes there is a bit of a wait to order and more to get your food but it's worth the time and it's for good reason, they feed a lot of people some amazing food. The pizza and panzerotti is good too, but I generally stick to the sandwiches. Tipping is not just a city in China. Take care of these guys they deserve it read more

Two issues. The mushrooms and bell peppers on top of my combo pizza slice were completely raw, cold, and crunchy. Next was the service - the man who took my order (I don't know his name) was nice, but the other guy, Jason, was not good at customer service. He seemed very unwilling to help people and acted like he was too good to be there. read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - uncooked veggies on top of my combo pizza slice - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California

Oh wow! I was not expecting the serving size when I came here! I am a vegetarian so my go to is a veggie sandwich, which can really be a hit or miss at many places. Here it was a total hit! This sandwich was HUGE! The spicy chicken sandwich my boyfriend got was not spicy at all and the French fries were just alright. read more

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Food was delicious, took awhile to get out to us, so get there early if it's the weekend! Love the big tables, nice and roomy, decor feels classic and warm. The staff are super nice and helpful. It's a great spot and near all my fave places to visit when I'm in town. read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - Philly Cheesesteak - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California

I absolutely love their spicy chicken club. Whatever aoili sauce they use on it is so damn delicious, paired with some sweet potato fries and extra sauce for dipping It's worth the money but $20 a plate is pricey so I don't eat here as often as I did when I first moved to town and the prices were still cheap. read more

Usually very good, should advertise their pesto has peanuts (most pestos do not), it's lucky I don't have an extreme allergic reaction but it ruined the rest of my night. Otherwise good food but just okay pizza. read more

So I've been here a few times w my bf bc he loves eating pizza. My face was meh the first time here. They were out of fish for the day so I settled for the pizza. The second time here, I finally got to try the fish sandwich and was quite impressed! Today was the third time here and I ordered the chimichurri fish sandwich and holy smokes it was super tasty!!! I'm officially obsessed. That is all. read more

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I came here on Christmas Eve on a whim while walking around the plaza and was surprised it was open. It was also the first time coming. There was one guy running the front taking orders. He was a bit slow but very friendly. My husband ordered the carnivore slice, I got a regular cheeseburger, my son got a kids cheese and we got a large fries to share. The slices of pizza are huge and the carnivore slice was loaded with meat and red onions. The cheeseburger was good, good amount of veggies and sauce. The fries were huge. I know I ordered a large but it looked like an extra large. Next time we can just a regular order to share. The seating inside was a little cramped. We got a table in the front corner thinking we'd be out of the way but the line got long quick and each time I got up (to get the food, refill drinks, use the restroom, etc) it was hard to get back to my table. At times the line to order was completely blocking me from sitting down. Overall I would come back maybe when it's not very busy or for take out. read more

Everything always fresh and amazing !! They need to bring back the Gouda Sticks !! Or put em on special .

The food is very consistent and yummy. The fries are amazing and can't help but get some every time.

Food was horrible. Got a french dip. The meat is supposed to be certified Angus. Dry and burnt. Cheese was so old it didn't even melt. Whatever the fried onions they top it with were just the easiest things ever. I get cocid did resturaunts dirty. But I cant even eat this fix you shit for real. read more

They charge whatever they want - regardless of what the menu says. Menu says a Southwest burger is $10.25 and a Black bean burger is $10.25. I ordered a southwest burger tonight with a black bean patty. I ordered by phone. The person who answered didn't say anything about the price being different than what was on the menu. I picked up the order and discovered that they charged $4.50 more for this item -- 44% more than what the menu says! When I told the manager on duty that I'd never been charged this before, he noted that it was "their discretion" as to whether they'd charge the additional amount. He said the previous staff must have "done me a solid" by not charging it (translation: he would *not* be doing me a solid). There's no signage in the restaurant and no notes on the menu about additional charges for substitutions. There's no warning when you call in the order, and no willingness to understand how this whole situation is very misleading to the customer. Because they don't acknowledge or document this surcharge, it seems like the amount itself must also be up to "their discretion." Tonight it was a 44% surcharge. No idea what it'll be in the future. But I'll never know because I'll never go back and I'll warn everyone I know that they'll charge whatever they want with no warning. read more

Exceptional customer service, vast menu and tasty food. I had a gigantic Cobb salad that I enjoyed very much. Tons of bacon, two hard boiled eggs on it. It's 2-3 meals do well worth the ~$12. read more

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Be careful of multiple charges! I paid for my order. The manager Maggie argued with me that it didn't go through. I showed her my phone confirmations. She wanted me to pay again! I refused and she told the kitchen to not make my order. Long story short, 4 days later the charge did show up on my credit card. I had to go out of my way to get a refund. And I will never ever forget the horrible customer experience provided by Maggie, one of the most incompetent managers I have ever met. read more

I have tried to get pickup food 3 times in the last 6 months. Every time it's missing items like sald with no dressing. Or burgers with no condiments. Generally just poor quality and people who don't care when making your food. Just go anywhere else... read more

I've been here several times over the years and I really enjoy the atmosphere. The menu is off the hook So many choices Fish tacos are the best. I tried the arcata burger on this trip and was impressed. Meat was cooked perfectly bun was soft and delicious. I decided to get a bowl of their salmon chowder. So amazing I will definitely get that again read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - Salmon chowder and arcata burger no cheese - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California

The fish tacos are a good catch. Good beers on tap and open late with satisfying pizza. It is kind of a cool old building and they keep to art work rotating and interesting. read more

We were so disappointed yesterday (Sunday, 3/3) with the pizza they gave us. It was too burnt to eat. The outer edges and the whole bottom of the pizza were completely black and rock hard. It was inedible. This never happened before. We couldn't belIeve they actually gave this to us instead of making another one. read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - Bottom of pizza from Arcata Pizza and Deli. - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California

We are grateful for this local business and their consistency. We don't go eat there often but we DoorDash it frequently. Tonight DoorDash was a good example of being able to do it well for delivery. Food was packed well and stayed warm. Both our sandwiches were tasty and fresh. I had the French dip and my husband had the turkey club and fries. Nothing left in his boxes! I saved part of my sandwich for tomorrow because it is big enough for 2 meals. Good job APD!!! Unfortunately, I was too hungry to take pictures. read more

We beat the afternoon rush and had a wonderful meal delightful service and enjoyed the ambiance of Arcata.

No matter what I order, I know that anything I eat from APD will be delicious. From their sandwiches and pizza to burgers and fries, their food is always flavorful and worth the somewhat pricier tag (think $7-$15 for most single items). APD is definitely not an everyday spot for me, but it's definitely a treat every time. One of the best deals on the menu is the Out and About burger with fries. Not only are these two items some of the most budget-friendly menu items, but the small serving of fries is enormous (you will have enough to share between two people...or not). The burger is reminiscent of an In-N-Out burger, so if you're craving one of those, order on up. The restaurant is small and packed most of the time. The staff is always friendly and ready to clarify anything on the menu that might include dairy/gluten/etc. The last time I visited APD they made sure I was able to have my black bean burger lettuce-wrapped, and I appreciated the steps they took to ensure that my dietary restrictions weren't overlooked. All in all: good food, late hours, plenty of menu options, beer on tap, great staff, and near the plaza. Looking forward to going back! read more

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Pizza was great and so was the service and ambience. Overall great. Just great. Really recommend read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - I don't know - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California

Amazing service, and an excellent owner. Would definitely recommend the pesto turkey.

The French fries are what drew me here and they are remarkable. In general, I detest seasoned/battered fries, and somehow the seasoned/battered fries are some of the best French Fries of anytype that I've had. I got wise to the fries by a Google search that resulted in the below article from the north coast journal. https://www.northcoastjournal.com/humboldt/best-of-food-and-drink/BestOf?oid=18075284 My single slice of the Du Jour pizza was only slightly warmer than room temperature which was disappointing. The crust here is much chewier than at Paul's Live From New York which uses a thin and crispy crust. The true NYC slice is somewhere between the two. I'd like to order a whole pie from both places to put them head to head. read more

I ordered from here for the first time tonight. I was excited to see the pesto tofu sandwich as I've been a vegetarian since I was a kid and often have a hard time finding food items that I can eat without drastically modifying it. However, the tofu was so sad... that I had to remove it from the sandwich and throw it away. In my 20+ years as a vegetarian I have never had tofu in this final form. It was hard as a rock on the edges and the inside/middle was almost sponge-like with holes in it. (Close up pic attached. Quality is poor... sorry!) When I took the tofu out I examined it more, noticing holes on the outside as well... once again, like a sponge. I'm so confused over this, but if anyone wants this sandwich I suggest removing the tofu and adding avocado. The 2 stars is for being open late and for the side of fries I ordered. I'm not a fan of fries and these were REALLY GOOD. read more

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Apd. Step your game up. I'm tired of the hit or miss food. I'm a king time customer but the quality has just been spiraling the last 6 months. Especially with the out and about burgers. The meat is so greasy and taste like the grill every time.... What happen to the clean crisp patty's that tasted like the cook actually gave a flying F. Foods trash clean it up. Hawaiian pizza was good though. Also don't let the boys at the front forget something in your order like drinks or sauces. They are 50/50 if they remember. Miss the old apd quality. Much love!! read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - Out and about burger. Sloppy wet greasy sh it hole burger. - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California

Really good fish and chips. Slow service even though they weren't busy.still I recommend

Pizza wasn't anything extraordinary but met the craves of a quick slice. It didn't taste bad either but also not the best pizza I've ever tasted. Sauce and cheese was yummy. Pepperoni could've been more crisp. Overall, tastes decent to fill a pizza need in your tummy. read more

Arcata Pizza & Deli - a slice of pepperoni pizza on a paper plate - Pizza Near Me - Arcata, California