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    BB's Deli

    4.5 (263 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, Delis, Soup
    Closed • Closed
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    #23 Spicy Beef, rest is in my belly
    Andrew N.

    This place is so delicious and I have more of the menu to try out. I have the luxury of working nearby and it doesn't disappoint. Service is tremendous, I've received a warm welcome here from day one-the kind that makes you want to come back because it's obvious how much they care for the customer. The interior isn't decked out "brand new" but it's clean and the wall space, being limited, it's covered in the love they have for San Diego- go SD Chargers!!

    5 Ave. Special!
    Rich P.

    Sandwiches are great! Service is quick, friendly and on point. There are a couple tables inside and outside for customers. Decor is interesting- displaying lots of accumulated knick-knacks, possibly from garage sales. If your looking for a quick friendly place for a sandwich- BB's is the spot!

    Pinto bean soup
    Dominic R.

    Awasome friendly and helpful service! I found myself starving and stuck in down town and am on a postop liquid based restricted diet. The guy at the counter(east coast possible owner) was right on it and hooked me with an amazing creamy pinto bean soup. Great atmosphere. Simple and chill. Very east coast vibe. Love it.

    Great Deli . as everything & more.
    Monkeybird2566 M.

    Great fresh sandwiches made to order. All organic no processed food. Better than Subway. Thanks for being open during Coronavirus. Essential workers have somewhere to eat.

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    Thank you for the great review. You're always welcome here.

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    22 days ago

    What a great place for a quick lunch, with nice folks behind the counter. Thanks. Don't forget to try the soup of the day!

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    11 months ago

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    Thank you for the wonderful review Brandon you're always welcome!!

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    1 year ago

    Looking for a quick bite. This place was surprisingly delicious. Will definitely go back when in area.

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    So glad you enjoyed your sandwich. Thank you for the wonderful review.

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    1 year ago

    Chicken club on a roll is so good! Haven't really tried anything else there yet as a result but business is seemingly good.

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    Thank you Bejan for the great review you are always welcome here!

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    bacon egg and cheese was the best in san diego. service was fast and the employees were very kind. highly highly recommend

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    Friendly staff and familiar environment, great music, and tasty sandwiches, soups, and smoothies.

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    3 years ago

    Best deli in downtown, sandwiches are amazing and the owner and staff are awesome. Can't go wrong getting lunch here.

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    Great place! I got the tuna melt and it was fresh. Beware places that only use tuna/mayo spackle…read more But this is not that kind of place! I can tell by the red onion it had chopped and mixed into the tuna. That doesn't store long so I can tell the tuna has a fast turnover rate. Their sesame noodles are fantastic too! A must try. The other person got the wasabi roast beef sandwich which they loved as well. Both sandwiches had the right balance of bread/fillings. Stoked I found a new sandwich spot. Service was friendly and prompt.

    What a cute little sandwhich shop! I love how open the space is as the "big front door" is open to…read morethe outside letting in natural sunlight and the breeze. Came here on a whim after reading solid reviews and needed a quick snack for the zoo. Parking is easy right outside (30 min parking) and staff here is friendly. I got the Tuna Melt and the Potato Salad. Next time I'll come back to try the chicken cesear sandiwhich - sounds so yummy. The Tuna melt was solid - standard and what you expect when you order it. I did think it fell short of any bright flavors though. I know they chopped onions into the tuna mix but I felt it could use more acidicty to cut the mayo. That said, it was still delicious and hit the spot. The potato salad was also a hit - it was a bit smoky with large chunks of potato and pepper flakes as well. While the potato salad is good, it was a bit bland - additional salt and acid could pair well in this to bring out more flavor. I'll definitely be back to try some of their other sandwiches.. there's too mny too choose from!

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    Coming back to send my love to my favorite sub place…read more I've sadly moved to a different part of town so Fatboy's is no longer a few blocks away. I still try to stop by every few months as this place holds a special place in my heart. A no frills spot. Solid and consistent. To the point but friendly customer service. Fantastic drink, chip and snack selection. Sandwiches are always bomb asf. The hot momma and BLT loaded up is my favorite. My husband still loves their Ruben (it is his favorite place to get it.) You get a small potato or macaroni salad on the side with a pickle (perfect crunch.) I personally think it's a great little add on. Their chili is also simple but delicious. I personally think their chili pairs perfectly with any of their sandwiches. It's not a heavy thick chili. Which is why I think it pairs so well. I won't lie it's a bit pricey but you get what you pay for. It's loaded up and good quality. I never feel gross or overly bloated after eating here. I will be coming back to Fatboy's until I move out of San Diego or die. lol. One of my favorite gems in SD. Always will be worth the drive or walk. Thank you for always delivering even years later.

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    I was craving fries and happened to be nearby, so I decided to give this place a try since I love…read moretheir fries at Petco Park! I thought I'd just get the fries since cheesesteaks seem to be their specialty, and I don't eat beef. But I decided to try their Chicken Ranch sandwich. The sandwich was better than I expected. I was picturing the basic grilled chicken sandwich--a piece of grilled chicken on a hamburger bun. Instead, it was loaded with tender, flavorful chicken, bacon, white American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and ranch. Totally messy to eat, but in the best possible way! And the Cheez Whiz fries were exactly what I was craving. They definitely hit the spot. Customer service was excellent too! So glad I stopped in!

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    cool, bartender, they were polite and knew the menu, the food was decent. I don't feel I have to…read morehave another one. The spicy fries were fun little different. Remind me of this flavor. We don't use much anymore, but I couldn't quite place it not really spicy just there. they use the standard jalapeños for spice, which I would think a specialty shop like this would've had you know spicy peppers. looks like it would be a good place if you had a party to have a little area for you guests. Going in if it's your first time might be a little confusing because there's a tacos shop right there and that looks like where you would go in Giorgino's door is a solid gray that you would think would be like a back door or maybe an old school speakeasy so it's blink and end up in the taco shop. For one person, I was shy of $30 I guess I would've expected more in the way of the actual food either more flavor it would be more sandwich. More fries, more flare in the actual dish.

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    Solid Sandwhich spot…read more It is nice and clean when you walk in. It's giving smoothie shop. A bit more elegant than your typical corner Sandwhich shop. The guy at the register was kind and patient. They have a vast menu to select from. Sandwiches, smoothies, flat breads, pastries, sides, drinks, etc. They also had a wide variety of sandwiches to choose from. At least 20-30 if I were to guess. It will be easy to find something that peaks your interest. We got the Ruben, turkey club, strawberry banana smoothie and two pieces of cheesecake. The sandwiches were standard but definitely quality. Nice, neat and not too messy. If you like a sauced up sandwich I'd definitely ask for extra condiments. The smoothie was absolutely delicious. They definitely don't add any protein (unless you ask) or weird added sugar. Naturally sweet and refreshing. The cheesecake was the real star of the show. I didn't ask if they were made in house but they sure tasted made in house (or from a local bakery.) The cheesecake was not too thick or heavy. Creamy and delicious. I will definitely come here again. If you're looking for a clean and kinda boujie Sandwhich spot this place is solid choice.

    Happened to get some vouchers to use here from our stay at a neighboring hotel, so honestly I…read morewasn't expecting much. We ended up stopping by three different days for different things. Every employee we interacted with was incredibly sweet and welcoming each time. This review is mainly for our Sunday breakfast experience. Cloud 9 is more than just your typical deli. They have a pretty large menu with breakfast, hot and cold sandwiches, burgers, wraps, salads, flatbreads, soups, smoothies plus cold-pressed juices. We got the Monte Cristo ($14.99), which comes with Boar's Head oven-roasted ham, Havarti cheese, mustard and mayo on egg-battered white bread. It's pan-fried then finished with powdered sugar. Service was quick. Once we got the sandwich, we were DEVOURING it. Such a good Monte Cristo. They were super generous with the ham. The havarti was perfectly melted, giving you that cheesy pull with every bite. The bread was toasted perfectly with nice crisp edges while still staying soft inside. Add that little sweetness from the powdered sugar. What more could you want from a Monte Cristo? It also comes with some maple syrup and fruit on the side.

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