Da Hot Spot

We ordered the Rompiballe Pizza and we loved it. Served hot and ready to devour. The meatballs were…read moreso tender and delicious. It's a must order!

We were on a short vacation to the City and stayed in a favorite hotel two blocks away from…read moreLimoncello. In researching places near where we were staying, we learned about the Italian deli and shop. We were looking forward to stopping by to check out the store and grab lunch. The store itself is very cute and charming, full of so many items - fresh meats and cheeses, imported olive oils, pastas, desserts, wine, and liquor to name a few. There is an area where you can get coffee drinks and there is a deli area for ordering sandwiches, pizzas, specialty dishes, and salads. The variety of options is plentiful. I ordered an iced coffee beverage, which was great. My significant other and I ordered a sandwich to go, which we were splitting for a light lunch back at the hotel. The person helping at the counter was not very friendly or helpful with questions. We asked for our sandwich to be made on the Dutch Crunch bread, as we were looking forward to trying it. Unfortunately, when we got back to the hotel, it turned out that the sandwich was made on a regular ciabatta roll, which was not fresh. Additionally, the sandwich was mostly mixed greens. For the price, I expected more meat. With so many great food options in San Francisco, it is likely we won't stop by on future visits to the City.

Entrance is so cute

Siciliano Sandwich and Goodfella Sandwitch

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CANNOLI 3X PACK

Deli Board

4.3(2.1k reviews)

0.5 mi•SoMa

I've been wanting to try Deli Board for quite a while, and it did not disappoint. I wasn't sure…read morewhat to get, so I just ordered the 49er, the first sandwich on the menu. A recent reviewer called it a "greasy goopy mess" which is kind of accurate, except but it wasn't that messy, but it was super delicious. The 49er was very meaty, with pastrami, corned beef, brisket, white american cheese, peppers and sauce in a roll. It was still piping hot even after the 20 minute car ride home. (I bet it would burn the roof of your mouth if you ate immediately) Overall, it tasted very much like a pastrami/corned beef cheesesteak. I showed up at 2:30 on a Tuesday afernoon and there were only a few people ahead of me. I had my sandwich within 10 minutes walking through the door. Unfortunately, parking is a bit tough, all sandwiches are to go only, and there's no where to eat nearby.

Many say this is the best sandwich in SF so at 11.15am on a Saturday, I decided to find out. Was…read morenot expecting a 45 minute wait even when going so early! I paid for 1 hour of parking and was lucky the meter maid didn't come by since it took about 1 hr 10 minutes including the 15 minute wait for the sandwich to be ready, and the walk over. I ordered their most famous sandwich, the 49er which is corned beef, pastrami, brisket, white American cheese, cherry peppers, coleslaw, 1000 island, board sauce, on a French roll. For $24 I was expecting a larger sandwich, it was only about 6" long. It's a good sandwich, I would rate it 4 stars, but honestly the coleslaw and cherry peppers didn't contribute enough to the flavor - it needed more tanginess. A positive was that they give you two pieces of pickles to help balance the flavors, but I would not order this sandwich again, nor would I go back to Deli Board since it wasn't worth the wait. Their Coke is in glass bottles which looked cool but not at all recommended for cars since it tipped over too easily.

Inside

Chairman's corner (from left to right): thweethead, RLMB (02/2026)

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Mick.b (10/2025)

Irving Subs

4.3(584 reviews)

3.4 mi•Inner Sunset

Best sandwiches in SF I swear to god. Screw all the other over hyped sandwiches... the bread always…read moreends up so soggy. I had the Masonic on a Dutch crunch for lunch, ate half and saved the other half for dinner--AND THE BREAD WAS STILL CRUNCHY. What kind of witchery?!!!! Dutch crunch here is fucking amazing y'all

The Nearly Reuben is delicious! Its blend of pastrami, horseradish and havarti combined with the…read moreIrving Subs included fixings is symphonic. My sole complaint about the sub was that the sourdough roll was too crunchy. I'm not sure why but next time I will try the sweet roll to see if it's any better. Other than that the only recommendation for the business would be for the staff to be pleasant more pleasant. I did not myself interact with them but I observed other customers simply ask about their orders and the person working the register was clearly agitated and replied with snippy comments.

1.1 mi•Polk Gulch, Russian Hill

The Turkey Bacon Avocado Lettuce Tomato Pure awesome

Turkey, avocado, bacon, lettuce, tomato on Gluten free bread. Yummy.

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Giant's Sub (left) Fratellino (right) with Potato Salad Yum :)

The Boys’ Deli

4.5(534 reviews)

Nowadays, everyone offers Dutch crunch bread, so I wasn't expecting much…read more I was pleasantly surprised that the bread was not only flavorful but also incredibly crunchy and dense, one of the better sandwich spots around the city that I will recommend from here on out. The San Franpsycho was incredibly decadent, full of sauce that made the sandwich rich. It got a little overwhelming near the end, but it's still worth it for the price. Can't wait to go back and try the other sandwiches they have to offer

I grabbed the smoked Bouda Gouda to go and it was really good- highly recommend!…read more Service was quick and the sandwich came out fast and hot. This is a grab and go deli, no bathrooms and I didn't notice any seating. I took my sandwich and ate it at the Palace of Fine Arts. Not a bad combination :)

Sanfranpsycho Sandwich (No Bacon)

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Sandwich with all fixings!

Lou's Cafe

4.4(2k reviews)

3.3 mi•Inner Richmond

Freaking Amazing Sandwiches!…read more Large menu with interesting options, not just your ordinary turkey, ham, or salami. They got some you wouldn't think of, outside the box. The service was fast and the food is affordable, regardless of price though, it's worth it! Simple standard deli ambience. But honestly, does anything else matter but the food and the taste and the feeling of 'Holy Cow That Was So Good I Could Eat This Everyday!' Because that is exactly the feeling you are going to have at Lou's.

one of the top contenders for sf's best sub…read more can't go wrong no matter what you order. the ingredients are all fresh, the jalapeño sauce is smacking, and the proportions are preposterous. also sweet little espresso bar. 9.2/10

Here a photo of the menu

Ami-Cado (left), Chicken Pesto (middle), LLB Special (right)

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6/20/26 FYI. Menu.

Dolores Deluxe

4.5(131 reviews)

2.0 mi•Noe Valley

I still dream about Dolores Deluxe's Bergeron (crab rangoon) sandwich!! It was perfect with the…read morecrab salad, scallion kohlrabi slaw, and pluot chili relish. Loved the subtle heat. I came on a Thursday around 12pm and there was no line, but I know the weekends are super busy! Need to come back to try more sandwiches!

I tried the Bergeron (crab rangoon) sandwich. I thought it was just okay. Not as amazing as…read moreeveryone on tiktok says. The flavor of the crab mix is more of a crab rangoon dipped in sweet and sour sauce, vs just crab rangoon, which is what I was expecting. The sandwich is still very flavorful and was a relatively large portion. I came on a Saturday right before noon and there was no line. Need to come back to try the other sandwiches!

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The Bergeron aka Crab Rangoon ($19) + Deluxe Baguette #62 w/ confit pork, duck liver mousse, lemongrass aioli ($16.50)

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Deluxe breakfast sando

Rhea's Deli & Market

4.3(786 reviews)

1.7 mi•Mission

Grabbed the KBBQ chicken sandwich medium spicy with a friend for lunch to chill out on the Mission…read moreDolores Park. The service was quite fast and very friendly. They have many interesting options and my friend's vegan beef sandwich was also quite good. The sandwich is so yum - esp the bread, it's perfectly toasted and the sauce was delicious. The portions massive too Would love to check out other options later! It's perfect for a sunny day picnic.

I LOVE Rhea's! Their sandwiches are so unique and never miss, and the owner, James, and cashier,…read moreBlanca, are so kind and welcoming. This definitely feels like a neighborhood spot. I usually get the Valencia St. (no tomatoes) and it's always perfect! I never liked pickles until I tried the pickles at Rhea's. The flavors are balanced and hit the spot for a nice, refreshing lunch. I always recommend Rhea's to my friends, and I'm recommending it to you too!

Inside

The Freak #55 Sandwich

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Buster Posey #28 Sandwich

Lucca Delicatessen

4.1(939 reviews)

1.9 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow

I wish Oakland still had delis this good…read more Very fresh and tasty meats cheeses and breads. That's everything you want.

I have always walked by this spot but never gone in. Finally decided to stop in to grab a sandwich…read morefor my beach day! The ordering system is super easy and efficient and the sandwich came out very quickly. Staff were friendly. The store is small inside but they sell tons of Italian goods that took me back to Italy. Would be a fantastic spot to grab beach or picnic snacks as well. I got the porketta and added tomato and mozzarella, and it was a hefty sandwich! It held up well after an hour and still tasted very fresh. The bread was also great!

4.2 mi•Outer Mission, Mission Terrace

Cheese ravioli with ingredients from the store

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Pasta ala Norma

Roxie Food Center

4.5(1.2k reviews)

Great Sandwiches! I don't usually crave to eat sandwiches but Roxie is a great spot to satisfy that…read morecraving when it hits. Sandwiches are sold in a corner store so you can't eat there. The spot itself is quite small - just 2 aisles. The line usually loops around these 2 aisles on a lunch rush. You can also order ahead of time which I've tried and has worked out well. Service is nice and Sandwiches come out pretty fast when it's not busy. I get the regular size which is about a foot long (~$18) and usually comes cut in half so it's nice a shareable. My favorite go-to is usually Joker sandwich and the Tony's TriTip. Both has tritip but joker's has pastrami and tritip. Great sandwiches and highly recommend!

Such a long wait, and it wasn't even that busy. 45 minutes!!!!…read moreWhile waiting, I did notice they had mobile orders getting picked so I assume that's what they prioritize. Me and the few customers waiting for our orders all waited and waited. Recommendation is to prioritize and take care of your customers who actually come in to your establishment. Besides the long wait, the sandwiches were average (not like on the past) and customer service was non-existent (feel more like a # at the DMV).

1.1 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill

Slices of roast beef "flowing" out of the end

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Regular Joker Sandwich

Molinari Delicatessen

4.4(1.6k reviews)

The moment I walked in it felt like I had travelled through a portal back in time. It felt like a…read morewell preserved memory of a time before all the tech moved into the city. There's something special to this place, whether it's the authentic imported Italian goods all over the walls, or the kindness from those that worked here, it's a place you need to experience. They were so fast and kind too. The menu had so many options, but they patiently helped me find the perfect sandwich for me. They do NOT skimp out on the ingredients either! You can see how packed with meats and sauce my sandwich was. Each bite was consistent and flavorful. I hate when my food is dry and even though I picked a roll known for the hard bread, it was anything but dry. The cuts of meat are so fresh it feels like it's straight from a butcher. I would definitely come here any day.

I have been going to Molinari's for years and finally got around to writing my first review…read more Molinari's makes salami that is sold to other stores and delicatessens. I stopped in to grabbed a mortadella with nuts sandwich and some focaccia bread. The sandwich was great with a fresh chewy roll, mortadella, lettuce, tomatoes and onions. Just a tear all around sandwich. The focaccia bread was soft, a little chewiness, good tomato flavor and pretty fresh, baked recently. Whenever I'm in the city again, I plan to swing by. For great meats, breads and other ingredients, stop by Molinari's. You won't regret the trip, one of the better icons.

The entrance

Sandwich

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Emos C.

2 years ago

I came in today and ordered the Chicken Shawarma Combo and I was blown away by the authenticity of the flavors. The owner told me she makes it from scratch. Who would have thought this gem in the Tenderloin would provide this type of food, quality and ambiance. I love it here. The next time I come I will try their sandwich read more

Valentino V.

2 years ago

The Warriors Sandwiche was so good. I asked for no onions and extra toasted bread. It was great. It was quite busy when I came, but still, my order was ready 8 minutes later. I was fast. I didn't feel the time because I was watching the game. They have big TVs. I will come back. read more

Taty M.

2 years ago

Delicious pizza, The crust was perfectly crispy, the toppings were fresh. The staff were friendly and patient, especially with my son who couldn't decide what to eat. I'll definitely be back for more! read more

Roger W.

3 years ago

the customer may not always be right, but he's never wrong. $pent $$$400+ over many months there, but the bottom line is the bottom line here. read more

Nahla T.

2 years ago

Excellent environment, friendly service, great menu choices and really decent food and at affordable price

Arielle U.

4 years ago

Yummy chicken shawarma! The owner gave us free baclava too. The meal was da bomb! Loved it

Angel N.

1 year ago

This location is in in the middle of the tenderloin, bums shooting up outside the door.

Sandra A.

4 years ago

the vest burrito I've ever had!!!!

Da Hot Spot - pizza - Updated November 2026

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