D'Elia's Grinders Eastside

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Kenny O.

Clean place, friendly folks and fast service. Use your debit to avoid cc charges. Hot grinders are made in 4 minutes. My cheese philly was perfect. The wife's beef dip was shy on meat. Fries were hot, lightly salted just perfect.

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 The inside of the shop is also very outdated, giving it a real old-school vibe.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.

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.

Hot Pastrami is more roast beef but it's good. Ask about their "soft bread". I haven't had it yet but the current bread is tougher on the outside than I prefer. Nothing bad though.

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.

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.

Worst sandwich place I've ever been to. Bread was hard as a rock. Tons of lettuce with little quality ingredients. I cannot believe the high rating for this place. It was my husband and my first time here and we left without eating most of it. Really terrible.

Craig G.

Decided to redeem my bday cash with a D' Sicilian, grinder was basically half priced. It was Sunday at 11:30 am. Smooth transaction and while I waited (less than 10 minutes) I noticed great staffing, getting ready for the upcoming rush. Although the place was quiet, customer facing employees should at least appear busy. They were pleasant and helpful, I even bought a 70th t-shirt. The discounts and specials keep me coming back, not to mention the bread! It's the bread!

The service was prompt. Ambiance was . The food was delicious and plenty for the two of us.

Vickie Cervantes M.

Delias Grinders are something special. I moved to Arizona and after every visit ,I never leave California without stopping at Delia's for a ham & provolone grinder. Its not your average sub. The bread is phenomenal!!

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This was my first time visiting D'Elias, which is actually a childhood favorite of my wife's. I love a good sandwich shop, so I was excited to try it. The first small disappointment was finding out they don't offer mushrooms. As a big mushroom fan, especially on a hot sandwich, that was a bit of a letdown -- but not a deal breaker. I ordered the D'Loaded Cheese Steak, which honestly would've been perfect with mushrooms. When I opened it up, it looked absolutely delicious. The flavor definitely delivered -- I won't deny that at all. It was very tasty. My main issue was the texture and structure of the sandwich. It came out extremely hot and very wet. The bottom of the bread was completely soaked, which made it difficult to pick up without it falling apart. I just wish the bread had held up better so I could've enjoyed it without the mess. Overall, the flavor was great, but I hope they can improve the sandwich structure a bit. I'd be willing to give it another try. read more

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First time here. Placed look clean. Asked if they had combos, was told they do not everything is separate. Ordered 2 half sandwiches 2 sides and 2 med. drinks. $48 dollars. Good lawd! (Was lobster on these sandwiches) Pros - Food was good. Fresh ingredients Potato salad was very good. Place was clean. Employees were friendly. Cons - Too expensive for what we got. We could've went to a good full service sit down restaurant for much less (tip included). Will we be back? I'd like to say yes but not at these prices. Also the 40 min drive makes it not worth it. I understand good food is not cheap but I'll stick to closer/cheaper sandwiche shops near me (Green Shack/Saverinos) read more

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Robert N.

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Crusty soft bread Craving an amazing sandwich, consider D' Elia's Grinders in Riverside on University Drive. The bread is reminiscent of the old Grinder Haven on Holt in Ontario - the crust breaks when you bite it and the softness of the bread underneath is amazing. The whole sandwich is great, but I continue to go back for the bread. Good food, and good service. Nice deli vibe, well kept, and good outdoor patio for dogs. read more

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Kenny O.

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Clean place, friendly folks and fast service. Use your debit to avoid cc charges. Hot grinders are made in 4 minutes. My cheese philly was perfect. The wife's beef dip was shy on meat. Fries were hot, lightly salted just perfect. read more

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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. read more

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Glenn J.

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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. read more

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Brian P.

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Michael S.

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Hot Pastrami is more roast beef but it's good. Ask about their "soft bread". I haven't had it yet but the current bread is tougher on the outside than I prefer. Nothing bad though. read more

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Karina F.

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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. read more

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John P.

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Leilani M.

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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. read more

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Thanks for stopping by again, Leilani! We're glad you enjoyed the…

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Myndi O.

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Worst sandwich place I've ever been to. Bread was hard as a rock. Tons of lettuce with little quality ingredients. I cannot believe the high rating for this place. It was my husband and my first time here and we left without eating most of it. Really terrible. read more

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Melody K.

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Absolutely delicious. I was driving through Riverside and just had to stop to pick up a grinder for my husband and myself!! YUMMO!! No one has "grinders" (sandwiches) like D'Elias. . . Their bread is AMAZING!! Friendly staff and great service. Although I took mine to go. . . Their dining room is comfortable and clean. read more

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Brian P.

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Penny C.

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Came back cause I knew I was getting $10 off for my birthday. Got my husband a vegetarian sandwich because he loves the bread. Just wanted to get myself a grilled cheese and some iced tea. Everything's good read more

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Craig G.

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Decided to redeem my bday cash with a D' Sicilian, grinder was basically half priced. It was Sunday at 11:30 am. Smooth transaction and while I waited (less than 10 minutes) I noticed great staffing, getting ready for the upcoming rush. Although the place was quiet, customer facing employees should at least appear busy. They were pleasant and helpful, I even bought a 70th t-shirt. The discounts and specials keep me coming back, not to mention the bread! It's the bread! read more

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Lisa B.

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I ordered the food my phone and was told it would be ready in about 10 minutes which it was. I got a text message that my order was ready and the french fries were only dropped to be cooked when I arrived so I had hot fries. Also, I use the restroom which was clean. read more

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Brian P.

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Fred R.

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Outstanding huge delicious grinders! Cheap prices! Full of people and simply the best place! I wish we had a REAL grinder place like this where I live! read more

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Brian P.

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Belle D.

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Once again went to this great sandwich shop. Staff is so nice. Food is yummy. It's so about the bread.

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Brian P.

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Doris P.

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The service was prompt. Ambiance was . The food was delicious and plenty for the two of us. read more

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Denise S.

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

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Brian P.

Thanks, Denise! We're thrilled to hear our grinders keep you coming…

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Vickie Cervantes M.

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Delias Grinders are something special. I moved to Arizona and after every visit ,I never leave California without stopping at Delia's for a ham & provolone grinder. Its not your average sub. The bread is phenomenal!! read more

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Jim A.

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I was Transfered from NAS New Orleans to Long Beach Naval Station in July 1984 and we bought a House in Riverside for over 22 years and there was a Delia's on Arlington Avenue by Van Buren and been eating there delicious Meatball Sub and now live in Hemet since March 2006. So every time I'm in Riverside I stop get a super Crunchy Meatball Sub and this Morning I decided to drive from Hemet just to get the Best Meatball Sub I've ever had. My daughter got a Turkey and veggie and surprised her with this sub. I get my Military Discount and 200% Disabled Veteran. I would recommend this place especially if you like Meatballs with Provelone Cheese. read more

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Adriana P.

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Just wanted some sort of sub and remembered about this place and they have another location as well. Been to the other one and never to this one tho. Kinda felt bad cuz I got a call as we were ordering. But girl was informative of the menu. Seemed more like just order and pay vibe but hey I am here to just order and pay lolz. The inside was pretty specious compared to other the location. Kinda weird they had some booths and no tables but serves good space to wait. Ahahahahaha The real review here it is: Pastrami 8/10 not really for me tbh but I do love pickles soooo heyyyyy maybe not for me but it's for you. But my brother in law and sister ate a big fam. Philly D'fuego 9/10 it was good but needed more spice for me. Girl said it was spicy and ppl complained it was spicy. But not spicy amount for me ahahahahh. It ain't spicy if it doesn't make me cry but def has potential?!! Would order again with some extra sauce Fries 1000/10 everyone's loves them!!! Best fries in Riverside Overall all good was good. Maybe a bit in the pricier side but then also big sizes imo. read more

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Vicki G.

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My favorite grinder is Ham and Capicola, The bread was wonderful as always! Will be back soon! Worth every dime! read more

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Rocco C.

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This delia's location has to be the best way better than the other locations.Food is fresh.Taste amazingWell done guys keep it up read more

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Lisa W.

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I've been coming here since I was a little kid riding in the car with mom or dad, on the way to "Dee-ya's" (it's De-LEE-ah, by the way). My favorites are the cold roast beef grinder and the meatball grinder, but almost everything is good. They also make the best fries in town. The only thing I haven't enjoyed in the past few years was the BBQ beef. It used to be my favorite back in the day when I remember it as sort of a shredded pot roast simmered in BBQ sauce. However, the last time I ordered it, it was just finely chopped deli beef tossed in a loose BBQ sauce. I wouldn't order that again. Service is usually friendly and the restaurant is clean. These days, driving to either location means going way on the other side of town, but it's always worth the drive when I get a craving for that crispy, messy bread full of goodness. read more

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Mirna P.

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Best grinders in riverside !!! Great customer service restaurant has upgraded the inside their are nice booths that you can sit and feel comfortable plenty of space very clean !! Food was out quick and the and best thing of all the crunchy bread that is what makes this the best sandwich /grinder for me !! I'm Italian so I know a good grinder and it all starts with the bread ! This has and always will be my on stop shop before heading back home to San Francisco! Live this place don't ever change the menu! read more

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Ronda W.

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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. read more

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Garen A.

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Decided to try this place while I was in town. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Sandwiches are decent... they give you a ton of options to select from when you order online. read more

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If you like meatball sandwiches, you would love this one. It's one of the best in town. I've been coming here for the past 15 years. read more

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Brian P.

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Has been exceptionally wonderful for the past 40 years!!!! I don't expect it to change! I most always get a Genoa sometimes extra something but great just the way it comes! read more

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Brian P.

Thanks, Susan! We love that you've been with us for 40 years and that…

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Sam H.

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Me and my wife had the Dphilly defuego delicious Delicious food great people Definitely will be back read more

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Brian P.

Thanks, Sam! We're so glad you and your wife enjoyed the DPhilly…

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Nicole C.

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Overpriced sandwich, meat to bread ratio sucks hardly had any meat in it. Service was friendly when ordering but my order slow coming out. read more

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Our first time visiting this establishment, had a wonderful experience, great friendly amazing service. The food was delicious, I had a grinder and my son had a burger, both were absolutely amazing. When in the area we plan on visiting again. We enjoyed the atmosphere we love oldies and the music that was playing was all oldies, we ate and sang together! read more

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Susan H.

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We hadn't been in awhile since moving away but stopped there today. Absolutely still the best sub sandwich. I love the turkey and my husband gets the pastrami. Bread still as crunchy and delicious. Inside fixings plentiful and fresh. Keep up the great work D'Elia's and we'll be back soon. read more

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Nancy S.

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Upset, Absolutely pissed!! got all the way home expecting a nice turkey sandwich from a place with a reputation supposedly? Turkey sandwich, one piece of Turkey the kind you buy like 'bulk ham' one!!! and cut in half lengthwise to fill the half size grinder. It was Not even real type turkey for that price absolutely pissed $10 bucks!! one half piece. One, thin cheep 'processed crap type' not real turkey, piece of Turkey!! Maybe their other items are good but don't order the turkey grinder. Very angry, I feel ripped off!! I would give it zero stars but not an option. read more

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Hi Nancy, I'm really sorry to hear about your experience with the…

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Sharon C.

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Been coming to this location when it was just a small stand. Grinders are still delicious as ever!. Consistency at its best! It's all about the bread! IYKYK I remember back in the early 90's when I met my husband I wanted him to try D'Elias so bad. He was a picky person..RIP until one day he gave in. He fell in love with the grinders and actually said they reminded him of a place called D' Gangis in Pomona ( not sure on spelling) but said they were exactly like D'Elias...same bread, shredded lettuce, etc. He told his parents about them and they used to drive all the way from Chino to get a grinder. RIP to my in-laws. Lately, I order online and use the rewards...even without the rewards I'd still come here. Sooooo....if you've never tried them and you like crunchy bread on the outside and soft on the inside...come on down! PS bread is made in-house!! read more

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Brian P.

Wow, Sharon, what an incredible journey with us! We're so happy to…

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Pennym U.

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The food was wonderful and the employees were very helpful. Thank you for making it easy. I will definitely be back. Thank you.

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D'Elia's has a rewards points program that DOESN'T reward you points. They don't honor it and just continue to lie to you. I can't tell you how many times they rip you off. Also if you order after 2pm you get the OLD BREAS that no longer is fresh. Been eating there for 25 years and now it's time to stop. It's just not the same. read more

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Brian P.

Hi Jerry, we're really sorry to hear about your experience with our…

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El Chuy B.

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We just picked up a party platter and man D'Elia's knocked it out of the park! As always there Grinders are to die for. We've been coming here since 1985, D'Elia's has come thru 100% read more

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Brian P.

Thanks for the awesome review, El! We love that you've been with us…

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Royal J.

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Bread could be used as a brick to build a house. 1 slice of turkey across a large 17$ sandwich. About 3lbs of lettuce. Didn't put the tomato or any mayo or mustard. Would rate this a zero if that were allowed. I have never thrown a sandwich in the trash until now read more

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I’m really sorry to hear you didn't enjoy our bread. We have baked it…

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Elizabeth M.

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Bread was to heard not soft at all. Dry sandwich Org Italian. Pastrami sandwich too fatty and taste like your eating straight grease. Gave this place a second shot and again was very disappointed. $47 for two ft longs & 2 drinks. read more

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2093 University Ave
Riverside, CA 92507
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What time does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside open?

D'Elia's Grinders Eastside opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside close?

D'Elia's Grinders Eastside closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside take Bitcoin?

No, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside does not take Bitcoin.

Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside take credit cards?

Yes, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside takes credit cards.

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Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside have catering options?

Yes, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside does have catering options.

Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside have a drive thru?

No, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside does not have a drive thru.

Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside serve alcohol?

No, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside allow dogs?

Yes, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside allows dogs.

Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside have TVs?

Yes, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside have bike parking?

Yes, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside has bike parking.

Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside have outdoor seating?

Yes, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside has outdoor seating options.

Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside have parking?

Yes, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is D'Elia's Grinders Eastside wheelchair accessible?

Yes, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside is wheelchair accessible.

Does D'Elia's Grinders Eastside have free WiFi?

Yes, D'Elia's Grinders Eastside has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Baking fresh bread daily for 3 generations. 100% Family owned and operated since 1955. Come visit us and see why people love, love, love our high quality grinder sandwiches, salads, burgers and sides. For more than 60 years, D'Elia's Grinders has d'efined the original SoCal grinder sandwich. Customers say that our original, light, crusty, Italian-style grinder roll - which we bake from scratch daily - is what sets us apart! Grinder Sandwiches, Sandwiches, Burgers, Cheeseburgers, Cheesesteaks, Catering, Bread baked from scratch. Family-owned since 1955, we are the oldest restaurant in Riverside.

History

Established in 1955.

Baking fresh bread daily for 3 generations. 100% Family owned and operated since 1955. Come visit us and see why people love, love, love our high quality grinder sandwiches, salads, burgers and sides. For more than 65 years, D'Elia's Grinders has d'efined the original SoCal grinder sandwich. Customers say that our original, light, crusty, Italian-style grinder roll - which we bake from scratch daily - is what sets us apart! We have recently added our house-made Agave Wheat bread for those who prefer a softer crust alternative. All of our grinders are prepared to order, as d'escribed on our menu. If you prefer any additional (or fewer) toppings, just ask our friendly staff to customize it for you...and enjoy!

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Danielle W.

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Serene W.

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Claudia R.

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3

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4 years ago

I rate this place a zero if I can!!! DO NOT WORK HERE OR COME TO EAT HERE!! This place was my daughters first job (16 yrs) and from the very beginning till the end her experience there has been nothing but stressful and horrible. management training is horrible along with professionalism. Amy the owner is by the far the worst person to work for, she takes advantage of young adults teenagers whom do not know any better of their employee rights and have to deal with her threats and intimidation when any of them call off sick! my daughter has told me many times how associates have had to report to the work site completely sick and service food to customers ill due to Amy threating them they would lose their job if they didn't show and on top of it all my daughter has also mention how dirty this place is and mold growing where the cheese and veggies are placed during serving. To all parents please beware and keep your teenagers away from this place as it has been the worst traumatizing experience for my daughter as her first employment. No employee should ever be treated in this matter and taken advantage of as this place does now to current employees. There's a reason why this place has such a high turnover with their associates! read more

John W.

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1

0

6 years ago

I have been here in Riverside for over 35 years and have always seen their restaurant, gotten mail advertisments, as well as had friends tell me to go there. I finally went to give them a try and was treated as an old friend, with everybody I talked to from staff to customers waiting for their orders. Everybody was Happy, Friendly, would talk to you as a person/friend. They were quite busy, a lot of customers sitting eating, and the order did not take very long, (about 10 minutes) from taking order to picking it up. One of the owners was there and walking around talking to customers allowing them to see that he cares for them coming into his business. The restaurant was very Clean and neat. The prices are very reasonable and I ordered 2 Grinders because it was my 1st time there, so I will be going again this week but ordering more items and my 2 grinders. I would tell everybody to stop by, try their AWESOME Grinders because you will go back for more. Truely and awesome place with Really AWESOME Owners and Stall..... Keep up the great food. A Satisfied Returning Customer Thank You read more

Tom R.

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3

1

6 years ago

Hi All I don't really write a lot of reviews, but I have to this time. As we go through this big box world of drive throughs and Walmarts you need to recognize when a family business gets it right. First of all the bread is really good and the smell in the restaurant! It is more like a bakery the baking bread first makes your mouth water. We ordered for one of our employees retirement get together (it was as good as we could do in our present COVID environment) because this is his favorite grinder place in Riverside. They made a small mistake with our order and they bent over backwards to make it right. They corrected the mistake and more than made it right! It was so nice to deal with a management team that actually cares about customer service, even when addressing a mistake. It is so pleasant to visit the friendly staff. The place is clean and the sandwiches are very good. I will definitely be back and further more I highly recommend this place. Thank you D'Elia's for making our social distance gathering a success. read more

Cynthia F.

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3

1

2 years ago

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17 years ago

I met the new owner the other day when I went in there to enjoy my favorite sandwich. I never been in a place that was so rude. The new owner is so bad even her employee's seem scared. I have food alergies and requested my sandwich without cheese. Seems like a harmless request. When I got my sandwhich there was cheese. No biggy yet I was hungery i'll just ask them to make a new one. The employee could have them make me a new one with out the onwers approval. I explain what happen and she told me to pull the cheese off myself. I told I would but it touch my other food and I can't eat it. She flipped out on me gave me my money back and threw me out and told me to never come back. I was not rude at all. I just simple ask to have a new sandwich made to my request. it's so sad to see a place that use to have the best service ever and now has been taken over from saintin. I will no longer eat there and I please ask everyone not to suport this place. read more

Howard M.

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2 years ago

The store is always clean, the workers inside are very friendly. I use to come to D'Elia's Grinders when I was a kid, in fact I could walk to get myself a Grinder. I also remember when the store was smaller and you use to walk up to a widow (on Kansas), to order your food. Those were the good old days. So now when I step back see the new remold the I think about the coming from along ways. When I come into town, I have to have myself one of your sandwiches right away. When I talk to family and friends, they tell me the D'Elia,s Grinders is the best ever. I had a baby sister of Mines who at the time had cancer, when the family would go see her, she would, because she new she was getting a Grinder, she wouldn't eat much of it, but it made her day. I have a friend who lives in Las Vegas, and she grew up in Riverside, everything she comes to town she needs a Grinder. Your food is the BEST EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Kathy G.

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5 years ago

D 'ELIA'S Grinder Have been a part of my family before I was even born. There are 33 grandchildren in my family we all grew up with DELIA's. One year my cousin was having a little party family party and she couldn't think of what to have and I told her I said you want to make it a real Family party get Delias it was the best. I have friends that will come from orange county to Riverside just to get Delias. One family coming to town from out of state first thing they ask for the Delias. They really are that good, you know how some people eat something that reminds them of their childhood growing up those good old years that's Delia's for us. The bread is so flaky and crunchy and just just delicious doesn't matter what kind of meat you put on it what kind of cheese or anything it's just I said the whole thing is just delicious. You got at least try it once. And you'll be back for more. read more

S R.

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6 years ago

THIS IS NOT FAKE NEWS - NOR A HATE POST!! This review is to inform customers that your food is being prepared by hard working teenage employees, who basically train themselves because the owners are non-existent other than coming in everyday to reschedule employees hours with no regard that they may have appointments or plans scheduled for their days off. All of these awesome reviews for their food are all due to these amazing employees who come in everyday, work hard, enjoy doing their job, but have no life outside of this place because they are made to work later than originally scheduled or work with no days off. Anyone who has a bad review on food, you can thank the owners for their lack of training protocol for that!! John & Amy - I hope you know that you're only in business still because of your employees who are choosing to stay and work for you slave drivers!! read more

Dee T.

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1 year ago

I have been going to D'Elia's for years, decades and the food has never been a problem. Always fresh & made the same, I love how they have the shredded lettuce, the best. Today my cashier was great, treated me nice even though I had to lean on counter becuz I felt dizzy (I'm a transplant recipient) he still assistant me with patience & very polite. He kept eye contact which I feel is important, made me feel like he was paying attention to get my order correct. I definitely liked seeing the employees working together & it just created a wonderful atmosphere.....but once a customer came in the employees never kept anyone waiting; that was so awesome! Me being on the outside looking in....I have to say that the hiring manager did a great job hiring this crew. The manager or managers are doing a great job with the morale from the employees. Thank you! read more

Tina W.

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1 year ago

I've been eating D'Elia's grinders for many years. Back when they first started and had the walk-up windows. Many of my friends and family members have worked there. I remember the 2 twin brothers that were running the place. They were very nice and always greeted the people with kindness and care. I kinda heard through the grapevine that they might be relocating their business . If these is true, it would be ashamed!!! How can they leave the location that has come to love them so much! I would be heart broke to know I can't go get a grinder anymore unless I had a car!!! D'Elia's, Tina's Mexican Food, McDonald's and Temple Del Sol have been around all my life!!! Please don't leave us now!!! Sincerely, a lifetime lover of D'Elias grinders, who would truly miss your business being local. We riversider's love the aka grinders!!! read more

Woody D.

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3 years ago

A family tradition that started before I was born. I can remember coming here when it was a little shack. I cannot eat a meatball grinder from anywhere else. Strictly Delia's. They cut the meatballs into smaller pieces (so you have meat evenly throughout your grinder) then they add the perfect amount of sauce and cheese. The hot ingredients soften the bread to a nice texture and the grinder so it eats immaculately. (Whole meatballs don't belong in a grinder) The capicola is the other stand out grinder. The meat is thin so I add an extra layer and I also add mayo. It's perfection. Philly de fuego and Genoa salami are also great choices. A lot of other options to try but I always go with meatball and/or capicola. If you don't like the bread you are a child and don't deserve the goodness that is Delia's. Cheers! read more

J G.

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10 months ago

First of all gallysa ,the mgr ,outstandingbut her help(coworkers)all young girls seem to be more interested in their own business instead of helping out they are just standing around trying to be pretty !!!When I asked for hot pepper was given a little so.... look.You ll know who the girls in front were by the time I was there and their tours of work,we love this place and have been customers for over 50 years !!! Correct that issue and you'll bring in even more customers.My wife and I were mgrs of major corporations and we know first hand about customer service ,our jobs were with AT&T and ARROWHEAD BANK ,combined years 64 years ,thank you for reading our constructive criticism, JOHN & GLORIA GONZALES read more

Michael B.

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1 year ago

My wife ordered a turkey sandwich 12 inch. She asked for pepper Cheaneys and extra mayo and mustard and didn't receive nothing. Also, the sandwich that she ordered was not cut all the way through. We are on lunch from our work so we had to tear our bread all the way through. I also ordered a all American club. I asked for extra onions. I also asked for extra mayo and got nothing. My sandwich was also not cut all the way through. It's pretty sad when you spend $45 for 2 12 inch sandwiches. And a large Coke and don't get what you want or what you asked for this place has always been awesome to us. This is the first time I've ever complained about this restaurant. I don't think I'll be back. read more

Tim K.

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2 years ago

Delia's Grinders has been The Go-To Grinder place for Our Family since I was a kid..... And I'm 60 years old, just to tell you just how long they've been in business!!! And As I said, Delia's was my parents place and it extended to my Family of 7 with My Wife and kids for another 20 years and Now Even My Grand Children Know Delia's by Heart!!! Great Food.... Great Customer Service and We will be coming back to Delia's Grinders Until They close Their doors.... Heaven Forbid God Bless Delia's Grinders And the Family of Owner's and Employees Thank You for the Many Years that You have Blessed Our Family by Your Sensational Grinders and Friendly Faces read more

Liz C.

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8 years ago

this location has a manager named stephanie so un professional her attitude made me not want to eat hear again i have coming hear for 20 yrs you have to wait for along time the employees are not concerned on customers needs the tables are dirty and the floor the same employee standing around not concerned for safety of their customers or getting there food in a timely matter so take a second thought before you go and eat there the food doesnt taste the same the owners need to get better managers than stephanie who respresents their company she needs to get training on being a manager and a team player read more

Jacob M.

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13 years ago

I always get the chicken blt with cheese, no tomato nor bacon. So yeah that is what I said to the cashier and of course they mess my order up. Reason why I am writing a review is because they have this cashier he is hispanic, light skin, thin, wears a tight shirt and is always on the register, looking at every customer as if they are going to steal something. Guy is insane, this older lady was trying to place the order but she did not quite know what she wanted so he got very upset and as he walked away he said something in spanish and rolled his eyes. I thought that was very rude and unprofessional. read more

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