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D'Elia's Grinders

3.7 (1.4k reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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D'ELIA'S GRINDERS ATMOSPHERE

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Karina F.

5 is for the food always great and with good flavor. Never disappointed. But the cleaning needs to be done at all times. Every time we come tables dirty and floor too. And people behind the counter always at times standing instead of checking tables or at least to ask if all is well. Service just saying.

Melissa B.

I came here because my mom really loves D'Elia's Grinders, so I wanted to give it a try. I ordered the tuna sub and it wasn't great for me. The tuna-to-dressing ratio was off way too much tuna and not enough dressing, so it tasted pretty dry overall. On top of that, the flavor leaned more Miracle Whip than classic mayonnaise, which just isn't my thing. The bread is very hard and crunchy, almost stale tasting, but I know that's how it's supposed to be here. Still, it didn't help with how dry the sandwich felt. The inside of the shop is also very outdated, giving it a real old-school vibe. That said, I understand why longtime locals (and my mom) love this place it clearly has a loyal following. Just not the spot for me, especially for tuna.

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Glenn J.

With fresh rolls, generous portions of sliced meats, D'Elia's Grinders offers consistently good sandwiches. I keep forgetting how good this place is and need to remember how reliably delicious and fresh their sandwiches are. They are an institution. The place has been here since 1955! The building is well maintained, clean and organized. Staff is friendly and provides fast service.

D'Sicilian Best Grinder in Riverside, ca

Best grinder around! D'Sicilian. I've been going to D'Elia's since I was a child. Service is great and everyone is always friendly.

Leilani M.

Visited years ago and wanted to stop in again. This classic grinder shop has indoor or patio seating areas. Parking right in front. The toasty bread held a nice amount of veggies great when you're looking for a classic. Service was great and wait time minimal. Order at the counter and pick up. Right off university down the way from UCR.

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Sylvia B.

I love D'Elia's. But it's disappointing paying 16$ for a whole grinder and all your getting is practically meat and bread. Been coming for 20 years, but now I have to make sure I always ask for extra lettuce and tomatoes-which is an extra charge. Sad to see.

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Delicious grinders at reasonable prices. I look forward eating here every time i come into Riverside.

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Love this place. My parents and grandparents have been eating here since they opened.

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Love the grinders! Been eating there since 1980's. My whole family travels just to eat that grinder.

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Best subs around and the Italian pasta salad is to die for . I like the Sicilian sub , delish

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Ask the Community - D'Elia's Grinders

So how much meat is on a whole grinder? I am assuming two slices.

I didn't weigh the meat, but they are very generous with the servings.

Is there a vegetable sandwich available?

Absolutely, its the Loaded vegetarian!

Is D'Elias still offering buy one get one free grinders on game days as long as the Dodgers are in the playoffs?

Yes they are on game days. Enjoy😋

Last time I went grinder was dry and not enough lettuce. Was a phone in so didn't know until I got home. Also pasta salad was old and oily?

Hi, Rebecca. Thank you for the comments. In the last couple of years, we have received hundreds of "too much lettuce" complaints. Just recently, we made an attempt at putting on a more consistent amount of lettuce, and many (not hundreds) like… Read more

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