Carmen&#x27;s Bionicos

Hoping they make a comeback like Rocky. I live this place. I an not a usual, not here every…read moreweekend, but legit is my to go place to have a beer with buddies. I preach this place like i was on their payroll haha, but they sell themselves. I have put on so many people to this place. So many options, lots of bottle/cans and a rotating draft menu that carries more than IPAs, nothing wrong with IPAs, i drink them but other types exist. I can always find my funky Sours on tap, and did i mention delicious fresh samiches? Dayum son! Hope nothing but good luck for them, they are a staple in Downey's DNA.

This place has absolutely delicious sandwiches and food in general, itactually burned down in the…read morelast couple or few years and so did a couple places nextdoor to it and I guess they're going to open up and be a MUCH bigger joint, which is good because they needed to expand but not move. This wil be great. I go here after getting masa next door at the Mexican market for holiday tamales and random times during the year. I also love going down the street to El Taco. Anyway, I was SO happy when I heard they're not only coming back but coming back bigger and (probably) better. Hope they still have Pliny on tap!

Chili Beans & Cheese. Lunch 9/18/2022

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Hall of Fame Market & Deli

4.2(185 reviews)

0.1 mi

Everything at Hall of Fame is amazing! We love the deli case full of Greek food!…read more The made to order sandwiches are 5/5! Service is always swift and friendly The owner is often there! Offers a nice outdoor spot to rest and eat in the quiet! We have been going here for over 40 years!

This my first time at Hall of Fame Market & Deli in Downey. My wife and I also come to The…read moreannual Greek festival at the Greek orthodox church just next to the Deli store that why I was very curious about this Deli store. I know one of my friends tell me try out the sandwich and other items at the Hall of Fame market & Deli. I step in the Deli store to my left side is the Deli and the menu Deli and also you built own sandwich you need fill the order. I was looking at menu display and see what I like then I decided to order the turkey and cheese their way that's the owner was tell me then I order egg salad sandwich for my wife she loves egg salad sandwich. I look around the store it very nice with baseball and other sports items in the store. The sandwich were really then I saw balaclava for dessert. The turkey and cheese was very good on wheat bread I enjoy but they also have different kind of bread to choice and other items you add to your sandwich and baklava was really good I realty like it very much. My wife enjoy her egg salad sandwich.

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Honey Greens Cafe

4.2(566 reviews)

0.7 mi

It was an amazing experience!! Had to visit 2-days in a row. Their autumn theme is so cute. We had…read moreto order their Gilmore girls art!!

the best experience! i had been waiting to try this place for more than a year & they definitely…read morewere worth the hype! traveled an hour to try it out & my mom & i were so so happy! the drinks were delicious, cute, & the service was so good, the workers were so kind! can't wait to go back!!!

Dodgers Latte Art

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Ceremonial matcha latte

Monty’s Norwalk

4.5(180 reviews)

3.8 mi

I was really disappointed after reading so many good reviews. Bread was stale and points off for…read morenot having Iced tea. Service was good. Just not for me.

"I would come back" - my boyfriend who loves french dip ‍…read more - located in the back of Norwalk Plaza aka large parking space - had a beautiful wall of photography / art of Norwalk from a local artist which I love!!! +1 - hospitality was great ‍ no issues there - Ordered: French Dip: 9/10 - really hit the spot. +1 for the au jus dripping sauce Mushroom Melt: 9/10 - perfect amount of grilled onions w/ each bite! every bite was perfect ‍ Waffle Fries: 10/10 - good enough for 2 people / 1 person w/ leftovers as sandwiches are filled

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Legendary Chop Cheese

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Foggia Italian Market & Deli

4.3(1.1k reviews)

6.6 mi

Our favorite local place for deli subs! Best Italian Bread, fresh! Makes the sandwich! I ordered…read morethe usual for my hisband, Italian Sub. It was excellent as always! I tlried a Hot Pastrami for the first time here. It wasn't super greasy which was nuce. Came with melted Provolone, pickles, and mustard. It was very good! The staff is very friendly as are the cistomers! The place is usually very busy especially during the lunch rush. You wait a bit for your order but you know it's all freshly prepared! They run a very efficient operation! I pick up sandwiches here several times a month. Generous portions. Sandwiches come in Mini, Small (6"), and Large (12"). Small is plenty for an average eater. Been coming here for many years! They also have great side salads, etc.

This pastrami was one of the best pastrami sandwiches I've ever eaten…read more We've been to the world famous Katz deli in New York and I'd put this sandwich against theirs. I guarantee you it would win. What a way to start off my first purchase at this place. I will definitely be back for other sandwiches.

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Turkey Sandwich

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Ghost Sando Shop

4.5(192 reviews)

7.1 mi

I love me some good Dutch crunch bun and I love that Ghost Sando Shop's sandwiches all come on a…read moreDutch crunch bun. I've tried their signature The Melrose, which consists of black forest ham, oven roasted turkey, bacon, melted White American cheese, topped with house slaw (lettuce, red onions, pepperoncini tossed in their "Melrose" spread) and tomato. I absolutely love this sandwich!! It's packed with so much flavor, and the bun absorbs all of the juicy goodness, making every bite incredibly satisfying. Runner-up for me is the Uncle Nikki. This one has Genoa salami, pepperoni, capicola, provolone cheese, also topped with their house slaw. I've only ordered from here through Postmates, and every time their packaging is excellent--they wrap each sandwich in this cute wrapper, which adds a fun touch and keeps everything neatly intact and fresh by the time it arrives. Each sandwich is around $12 (as of June 2026), and I honestly think it's worth the price because these sandwiches are huge and so good!!

Food is 5 stars, but this place has the absolute worst music on the loudest volume…read more If you enjoy terrible music and great food,I highly recommend it.

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Porto's Bakery & Cafe

4.4(9.4k reviews)

0.1 mi

Jeanette, the team lead, was extremely helpful with our orders. She was very kind, professional,…read moreand respectful throughout the entire process.

Christopher a busser helped me out and had amazing customer service , he was respectful and funny…read moremaking great conversatio. He suggested great food option. And gave us recommendations to try. overall and amazing busser

Pickup Counter

Plato de Ropa Vieja (Cuban-Style Stewed Beef)

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Mango juice and coffee

3rd Street Coffee

4.0(440 reviews)

0.1 mi

I was craving a sugar-free latte and while I was on my daily walk, I found this café. I ordered a…read more sugar-free vanilla latte, and it was perfect! The coffee was smooth and it had the perfect sweetness. The service was great and I got my coffee really quick. I recommend you go and get a coffee and relax a bit where they have seat seats!

Came here today for a decaf iced vanilla latte with soy milk. I was surprised by how good it was!…read moreIt was a bit sweet but overall the coffee taste still came through and it was delicious. They use fair trade coffee which is really cool. The service was good, everyone was polite. They had pastries that looked good, but I didn't try any. My large latte was $7, which is average these days. I'll be back!

One more day of this fake coffee drinking not allowed caffeine #Decaf

Vegetarian Bliss Sandwich

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Green Olive

4.0(1.6k reviews)

1.4 mi

Locally owned & operated

Halal

First time visiting and so glad I did! It was really busy when we got there, a lot of people in…read moreline to order orders to go or dine in. These many people can only mean one thing, that the food is delicious! I loved their huge menu with food for anyone's tastes. As a Pescatarian it's hard to find salmon at Mediterranean food places and Green Olive had several plates to choose salmon and shrimp. I ordered their Salmon Kabob plate that came with yummy rice, a salad, hummus and a pita. It was served with a garlic white sauce and a green slightly spicy sauce. I drizzled both on the kabobs and rice and everything blended perfectly. The salmon was seasoned so well and was so tender! It was perfectly cooked because it retained the softness salmon needs. I also got a pistachio cheesecake that was so light and delicious without being overly sweet. It was a perfect ending to an amazing food plate. The ambiance had average loud noise level since it is small on the inside, however they have plenty of outdoor seating which is where we sat. Even though there are other Mediterranean places close to me, I can see myself going to this location because of their expansive menu.

The Green Olive is a cute Mediterranean cuisine that offers delicious healthy options. Visited…read moreduring lunch hours, although there was a lunch hour rush the service was expeditious on my order. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. They have a pleasant patio seating for you to enjoy the socal weather! The home style spicy potato's are definitely a one of kind! They had the perfect crunch with lemon flavor. After the favorable portions I had, I was satisfied and still had room for dessert which consisted of a sweet Baklava and creamy pistachio cheesecake (:

It got packed as soon as we started ordering! Wheh!

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Crème Brûlée, Baklava, Kunafa

One Twelve Caffe

4.5(669 reviews)

1.4 mi

Family-owned & operated

Wheelchair accessible

The coffee was amazing, great place to visit amazing staff and friendly environment. The pastry and…read morefood here is great.

lovvedddd the food and the service make sure to come here and try their matchas!!!!!…read moreutititititititoykititogoglfkkfjgjgjfkkfkfkfkkf

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Yummy Sunshine Mango Mousse cake 1.05.26

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Steak and Eggs

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Vanessa A.

11 years ago

I love the new owners, they are super sweet and I can tell they try their very best for their customers. I don't understand why someone would review 2 stars for this business that is trying to get new customers. Little mistake can pass mister! Anyways, I am so happy I am now able to get a bionico and a good sandwich without rude employees in different bionico places in Downey. The ladies that work there are super sweet. I really enjoy from time to time a club sandwich or salad delivered to my home when I'm sick. The prices are fair and the place is clean and welcoming. read more

Charlie G.

7 years ago

Best thing on the menu is their Tostimarineros! The employees are the kindest, and it's just a very delicious place to eat. Their subs are delicious as well! Definitely recommend! read more

Carmen M.

11 years ago

Everything they have is delicious and healthy! The staff is very friendly, I really recommend you come if your looking to eat something healthy and yummy! read more

Lynette M.

4 months ago

Welcoming staff, best Bionicos and sandwiches I have ever tried and have many other varieties of food cant wait to go back and try!!

Carmen G.

195

8 years ago

Amazing food, everyone is super polite. Try the tostimarinero the agua de sandia (watermelon juice)

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