"Sometimes I'm a Vegetarian" (Made Vegan) -- Exceptional Leadership and Community at Ike's!…read more
Another great experience at Ike's sandwich restaurant in Marina del Rey, California, on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 1:20 PM in the afternoon. I walked into the restaurant, sat down, and restaurant staff member Latoya A. said, "We're already making your sandwich." The last several times I've gone there, as soon as I walk in the door, they start making my sandwich--they know what I want. This is incredible service!
Outstanding Leadership by Manager Nayeli R.
A special note of recognition goes to Manager Nayeli R., whose exceptional leadership sets the gold standard for this location. Nayeli does an incredible job managing the restaurant, and her warm, friendly presence makes all the difference. She thinks brilliantly on her feet, solves issues quickly, and has a unique gift for making both myself and every customer who walks through the door feel genuinely valued, welcome, and special. Her proactive care and operational excellence make her an absolute asset to the company, and the owners should be exceptionally proud to have someone of her caliber running this store. She treats the business with the highest level of dedication and care.
An Incredible Team
All the staff members there are to be commended. Shelby L., Anya H., Latoya A., Simone Alexis T., Jon G., and Amya H. are all doing an incredible job and make me feel at home every time I go there. They are friendly, and they always say hi when a customer walks in the door. They're doing a great job and they need to be commended for their hard work and loyalty; they treat it like it is their own restaurant, which is great for the owners.
My Go-To Favorite Order
I have been a vegan since January 1993, and I truly believe in it--I am extremely healthy. I prioritize whole, fresh foods and natural plant-based ingredients as much as possible. In my opinion, the healthiest sandwich for vegans at Ike's is Sandwich #61, "Sometimes I'm a Vegetarian" (requested to be made vegan):
* Base: Whole wheat bread, made completely vegan with vegan cheese.
* Core Ingredients: Marinated artichoke hearts, mushrooms, pesto, and vegan cheese.
* Loaded Veggies: Extra lettuce, extra tomatoes, and extra onions on the sandwich.
* Sauce: Extra vegan dirty sauce and extra vegan Green Cactus.
* On the Side (Extra Loaded): Pickles, banana peppers, and jalapeños.
While #61 is my absolute favorite, I have on occasion ordered other sandwiches and modified them to be vegan--such as the #1010, #265, and #361--and the staff is always incredibly helpful with the raw material of customizing them.
Fantastic Value and Deals
Over the last several weeks, the restaurant has offered some wonderful promotions, including buy-one-sandwich-get-one-free deals, five and three-dollar-off specials, and spin-the-wheel discounts. Please continue doing this! I encourage the restaurant to continue offering these deals, as they are especially helpful to seniors.
J Marshall Schoonover - September 26, 2026