Had to fuel up before a 4-mile hike, and since I've cut out junk food, I went searching for…read moresomething solid. Found this deli--and wow, it was exactly what I needed. I went with the pepperoni + pastrami sandwich, and it hit every craving without weighing me down. Fresh, stacked right, and one of those sandwiches that makes you sit back and go, "Alright... this was the right call." The service sealed the deal. Super friendly, patient, and genuinely warm. They let me take my time ordering, didn't rush a thing, and even brought the sandwich out to me--small touches that make a place stand out. Great food. Great hospitality. And definitely the kind of spot I'd come back to anytime I need real fuel before hitting the trail.

Great sandwich, good service sadly no horseradish. This is just what I've got to say I know know…read morewhy I had to say more.

Hands-down, the best deli I've ever been to. Sandwiches are huge and delicious. They have exotic…read morechips, soda, and sweet treats. Without a doubt, I'll come back here every time I'm in Monterey. Bennett the owner is also a very nice man

Best sandwich spot ever. It was so good stopping by and enjoying our food at the beach. I didn't go…read moreinside, my family did and the said the gentlemen behind the counter was funny and very nice. The bread on this sandwich was amazing. The best bread I had ever had. It's easy to miss as the storefront is in a residential neighborhood and parking is limited.

These sandwiches are so good and refreshing! I had the Uncle Philly and my fiancé had the JRC1…read more They don't skimp on the meat and toppings. Definitely worth the money and its a very hearty sandwich. The best way to describe the Uncle Philly is it tastes "so Italian". The flavors work really well together. The service is quick and friendly. It's a small deli but they have cute little tables and chairs outside on the row to eat if you would like.

Good place to grab some Italian subs! They don't have much seating, so plan to pick up and take…read morewith you unless you're lucky enough to grab one of the few tables outside. Service was great and fast! They have lots of subs to choose from and you can custom make your own as well. I tried their most popular, which is the one with olives. Make sure you like olives when you get this because it's the strongest flavor in the sandwich. Still good though! Definitely give this place a try for lunch!

love the food there! always go with family to get the freshly made sushi. and their mochi!!read more

Have been stopping by for specialty products and kimbap for the last 16 years, the staff is amazing…read moreand the prices are great. It has become my 3 year olds favorite place to get Korean/Japanese treats and continues to be my go to for ice cold Orion and Cass beer at a third of the price of any other place!

My wife and I had an incredible lunch experience here today. I've been seriously craving a…read moretraditional, no frills hot dog, and even though it was not on the menu, the staff went above and beyond. They were kind enough to sneak a couple onto the grill for us, which was an amazing gesture. The hot dogs were absolutely delicious, served on a high-quality bun shipped directly from the East Coast (the same ones they use for their Philly cheesesteaks). It was a fantastic, flavorful surprise. As you can see from the photo, my wife thoroughly enjoyed diving right into that massive foot-long! The service was top-notch, the food was spectacular (such great quality and flavor), and they truly care about their customers. We will absolutely be returning and highly recommend this spot to anyone in the Seaside area! Thank so much, its really a pleasure to find a crew that love their trade !

3.5 STARS HELLO,…read moreMEAT SWEATS! Escaping the 4th of July warzone in The City, we headed to Carmel for a quiet staycation. The Carmel food scene tends to be mid and overpriced so I was in search of more affordable, local gems in Seaside and Marina areas. And...TikTok brought me to The Meatery, a boutique butcher shop and eatery. BUTCHER SHOP Array of ethically sourced meats - amazing looking marbled steaks, pork, veal, and handcrafted sausages (Mmm, blood sausage and fermented garlic sausage!). They also have house-made sauces and spice blends, condiments, compound butters, duck fat, and more. There's even fresh dog food (e.g. beef sirloin, brown rice, and blueberries) which I bought for my dogs. EATERY Made-to-order sandwiches and BBQ (brisket, pulled pork, ribs, etc) in the hot case. House-made sides (potato salad, mac salad, and kimchi) are available in the cold case. Bottled drinks including beer available. You can order ahead online but we ordered in-person. Note: Check Toast for the most up-to-date prices; the online menu has the old prices. There's about 6 tables for dine-in. Self-serve water. Bus your own tables when finished. F O O D * 18 Hour Smoked Brisket Sandwich ($18): https://tinyurl.com/rceamucw - Requested mix of wet/moist and lean brisket A signature item, the brisket sandwich was sorely disappointing. While I enjoyed the fresh, soft bun, tangy cola-cola bbq sauce, and acidic pickled onions, the lean brisket was very dry and tough (at opening time). * Calamari Steak Po'Boy Sandwich ($18): https://tinyurl.com/yn7zsvz6 The unique coastal twist on a New Orleans classic sounded promising on paper. The sesame roll was light and fluffy, and the slaw had a delicious creamy tang. Unfortunately, the thin, fried calamari steak was dry and chewy, while the heavily salted breadcrumbs overwhelmed its delicate flavor. * Dino Beef Rib ($21.50/lb): https://tinyurl.com/j8dsxnvc Eyeing this on another table, we decided to order it after trying the sandwiches. Def the highlight of our meal - the beef rib was rich, tender, and deeply savory. Not overly fatty with a crispy bark. Light on the seasoning and smoke so the tangy BBQ sauce came through for a boost of flavor. * Wedge Fries ($8) Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, the wedges were dusted with their house seasoning mix (savory w/ a touch of smoky flavor) and served with a side of their fermented chipotle ketchup. * Kimchi Cucumber ($7.50) A blend of napa cabbage and thinly sliced cucumbers, the kimchi was mild and tangy. The perfect acidic in-between bites. S E R V I C E Warm, friendly service. Food came out fast. Overall, maybe we visited on an off day for the eatery. I can see why The Meatery is a local fav for their butcher shop tho. I mean, if I lived nearby, I would be all over 'em sausages! P.S - 3.5 stars rounded up for a small business.

We picked up dinner for 50 ppl and, it was amazing! So much flavor and the portions were so large…read more We have used their catering multiple times and it never disappoints great food. Great service worth every penny. Our guest loved the food.

Stopped by for a couple of tacos and was absolutely disgusted by the handling of food. Older…read moregentleman behind the counter was cutting raw meat when he saw me approach the counter. He proceeded to grab a tortilla and asked me if I wanted a burrito with the same glove covered hands he was just handling raw meat with. I shook my head in disgust. He then approached me and placed his hands palm down on the food prep surface where everyone's food is made. I asked him if he was going to put on clean gloves! He then proceeded to take his gloves off visibly upset. I could see sweat come out the latex gloves and on to the food prep counter. There was a bit more, but I feel you should get the point of this review. I turned around and walked away. To add I have contacted the health department, so hopefully they send a secret shopper to catch some of this atrocious service.

So one morning on a recent golfing trip to Monterey area,I was out for a morning walk to Starbucks…read morewhen I caught this wonderful smell in the air and wouldn't you know it,as soon as I turned a corner,there was this wonderful gentleman cooking up 25+ tri-tips and I asked him what they were for and he said it was the meat used for the days tritip sandwich sales.I told him I would be back after my round of golf that morning. Well after my comical round of golf that day,I returned to the shop and I truly stumbled upon a true hidden gem of a sandwich shop. I went with a buddy and we ended up getting two types of sandwiches and we split them. We ordered the Hot Pastrami ($15.00) and the aforementioned Tri-Tip Sandwich($16.00) We also got a large potato salad they offered-not sure on pricing on that. So let's talk about the sandwiches. I really enjoyed the Pastrami quite a bit-it was for sure one of the best Pastramis I've ever tasted,not too fatty and perfectly seasoned. The Tri-Tip though-that was exactly what I thought it would be-true showstopper. You ever have a food item that was so good that it almost kinda pisses you off because you now know this level exists and most likely won't find it again like this?....Well that's what this item was-perfection Tri-Tip on a really well-made sandwich. Their potato salad was really high level as well,total creaminess with perfect balance of seasonings-I could never make mine this well. Their high level of food explained why when I arrived at the little market there were 7-8 people in line in front of us. Parking for this location is all street parking as this place is truly just a little neighborhood market located in a residential neighborhood-If you blinked when driving by,one could miss it. But that doesn't stop them from delivering very high quality food and a permanent stop on my must-visit list whenever I go back to the Monterey area...You should do the same-it's great.

La Sala's is a goldmine! Stopped here early morning prior to heading to Big Sur for the day…read more First, the staff were so friendly! The woman who made our sandwiches was so nice, and the woman at the register gave us tips for our Big Sur trip. The four sandwiches we ordered were all delicious! We ordered turkey, roast beef, and salami, all with the works! The portions were huge and we had to save half because they were so filling. And the prices were absolutely reasonable! Very clean market ! If you're in the area La Sala's is a must!

Every time we drive home from Monterey, I always see the big red Yelp sign that reads best BBQ…read more That sign did its' job and it got me intrigued and grabbed my attention. We finally got the chance to check it out. We arrived on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. The Prunedale Market is located along side the highway 101 freeway in the small town of Prunedale. It just takes a few long right turns to get there. Parking is easy and accessible out in the front parking lot. From the front, the market does not look like a popular BBQ spot. It looks like a simple small market store to grab quick snacks and drinks. Once inside there is a BBQ and deli section to your right. A small dining area is to your left. The decor is old fashioned and quaint. The 2 gentlemen greet you with friendly hospitality. We ordered the Tri tip sandwich, half slab of ribs which includes 2 potatoes and a cup of corn chowder. The pit master/owner Martin, who use to work for Original Joe's, was kind enough to also include a quarter chicken leg, a sausage, and extra ribs. It was so much food for our party of 3. Everything was delicious and hearty. The Tri tip sandwich was scrumptious with the flaming Fritos adding a nice crunchy texture and kick with every bite. The ribs were juicy and smokey. Potatoes complemented very well with the rest of the meat and chicken. Corn chowder was so tasty and creamy. I did not know corn chowder was that good. Overall we enjoyed our experience at the Prunedale Market. The staff were super nice and accommodating. They even offered for our son to grab some free ice cream to go. We politely declined. The prices were very reasonable. All that food fed us for the next 2 days. Lol. We hope to be back when we are in the area with other friends and family.

Passing thru Prunedale on regular basis, I always see the barbque sign on the hill. I always like…read moreto support local businesses (being from Morgan hill). Now this place is a bit difficult to find, and they only take cash, but DAMN! What a find! And Martin, the owner, amazing. Had the tritip and he gave me sausage sampler, delicious! We will be regulars!!