Visited here recently and while waiting, our order got swapped so we had to wait a bit longer. Employees were super kind about it and even gave us a complimentary hot sauce for our troubles. Overall excellent experience! read more

I'm sorry to report that it is in fact the best sandwich in the city and worth the price and wait.

I don't know why there's so much hate for this delicious sandwich spot!! It's my Togo when it's not busy !! (Sucks having 30 min lunch ) but would always grab a sandwich if there's no line!! Sandwich is packed with flavorful deli meat and the sauce is just !! Highly recommend to try this place out if you haven't. Owner is nice and really respected in the community !! read more

Big sandwiches Below average taste. Bigger doesn't mean better balanced. This is probably for the tons of Midwesterners in sf. read more

If you're in line and near the entrance of the pizza shop, you're at about a 35-40 minute wait. Is it worth it? YES. I don't even like pastrami and the 49er was delicious. But more than just the sandwich- the owner and all of the employees are incredibly kind and clearly care about their community. I read in another review that they saw the owner usher in a homeless man and I saw a similar act of kindness. The regulars also have a great rapport with the owner and they honestly just give GOOD VIBES. The good vibes must have been contagious because we were behind a Romanian father and his two sons who ended up paying for the older woman in front of them. Def worth the visit if you're in the area! read more

Still putting out great sandos. Always a solid choice for me. Great meat to bread ratio. Wait can be long so go early or late. Takeout only now. read more

Deli Board - 555 - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We were the first ones in line at 10:25am and pretty soon 50+ people were in line at 11am. They opened up and we got a Carzle and a sandwich that had avocado in it along with the waffle fries. The food was scrumptious and the pastrami is chopped up so finely that you could reslly taste every morsel with the sauces and soft bread. The pastrami got so salty at the end though. The sandwiches are quite pricey but worth trying out! The waffle fries were allright. I wouldn't get them again unless I was really craving waffle fries. Delicious place! Overall, I really enjoyed it! read more

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To treat yourself or not treat yourself to a $20+ sandwich, why the f not! I came here with a yelp friend to try a couple of things on their menu and it did not disappoint. We didn't really wait as we came early, but usually wait times can range from 40 minutes to an hour and a half depending on when you go. Do not go after 2 pm as they will probably not serve you as they close at 3 pm. I ordered the following sandwiches: +49er (corned beef, pastrami, brisket, white american cheese, cherry peppers, cole slaw, 1000 island, Board sauce, french roll - $24) - I found this to be tasty, but super rich. I wish there was more cole slaw or something more acidic to cut all of this meat. +Armando (turkey, bacon, avocado, cheddar cheese, sprouts, pepperoncini blend, mayo, Board sauce, garlic french roll - $22) - I loved this so much. The turkey bacon avocado combo is a God send and the garlic french roll is the cherry on top. +Allison (pastrami, corned beef, cheddar, provolone, pepperoncini blend, cole slaw, 1000 island, cleveland brown mustard, french roll - $24) - I liked this more than the 49er sandwich as it had more cole slaw, but I would order some mick sauce on the side to pack more of a punch. You could possibly share a sandwich as they are packed with protein, but if you are really hungry or are used to eating whole ass sandwiches to yourself, you should just indulge on a whole one. read more

Deli Board - 49er - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Folks, these are the best sandwiches I have ever had in my entire life. I have reached sandwich nirvana. Quick moving line, quick food. Great decor and music while you wait. No seating but hey, thats okay. You'd much rather eat this at home in private, because when you're done you are going to sob tears of sadness. Because every other sandwich you will ever have the rest of your life will be inferior. read more

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I've long heard about the legendary Deli Board and figured it was finally time to try it! I strolled over on a Friday afternoon to stand in line and give it a shot. I would be prepared for a wait here (probably 20-30 minutes on average). Also, be warned that they may run out of specific types of meat if you arrive closer to closing. They were running low on roast beef by the time we made it to the front of the line. Once we made it to the front everything moved pretty smoothly. My group ordered two 49ers and an order of waffle fries. Our food took about 10 minutes to come out. Now the sandwich itself... was excellent. Definitely worth the hype. Juicy, flavorful brisket and corned beef with cherry peppers to add a nice lil kick. The sandwich was stuffed with meat and toppings and quite filling. I also appreciated how they went with a standard French roll instead of the Dutch crunch you'd typically see at a sandwich shop. I think the bread selection allowed the meat to stand out. Overall, Deli Board gets top marks for their sandwiches. I would definitely like to return to try more of their offerings. read more

Deli Board - 49er! - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

WRAP IT UP AND GET THEM ON WORLD TOUR. I literally almost dropped into the splits when I took my first bite. 10/10 worth all the hype stop being haters if yall think otherwise. read more

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I have had a lot of sandwiches. This place is special. No seating, no call in orders. We waited in line for about 20 mins. The line does move fast so do get intimidated by it. They have a really cool system once we placed our order our 4 sandwiches came out 10 mins later. Now to the sandwich. One of the best sandwiches I have ever had. Tons of flavor and texture of the bread was next level. We found a park across the street and ate our food. Definitely running this back next time I am in the Bay Area. read more

Deli Board - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This was such an amazing sandwich! We visited on my most recent SF visit after a friend saw some rave reviews for it online. There was a looooong line on a Sunday afternoon. We waited around 45 minutes to place our order which came out soon after! The line snakes around the side of the restaurant (so come on a sunny day) and the inside is a small little space to place your order at the counter. The sandwiches are huge - we decided to split one which was a good call. We opted for the Armando sandwich - the warm sandwich had such a lovely crunch to the bread and I adored the filling inside. The avocado was a lovely touch and I adored the sauces inside! We found a nearby park to enjoy our sandwiches which seemed to be a popular choice! All in all a GREAT lunch spot with delicious sandwiches, but be mindful of the long wait and steep prices (worth it)! read more

Deli Board - Armando sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Checked out Deli Board in SoMa and tried the Mick's sandwich. It's definitely a solid sandwich--fresh bread, quality ingredients, and well put together. You can tell they don't cut corners. For the price and the hype, it felt a bit underwhelming. It's good, just not quite "wow" good or something I'd go out of my way for, especially in a city like SF where there are so many strong sandwich spots. Service was straightforward and efficient, and the spot itself is more grab-and-go. read more

Deli Board - Micks - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

I finally made the trek to Deli Board to see if the hype lived up to the price tag. Since I was staying within walking distance and knew they were famous for premium ingredients, I had to give it a go. I arrived around 11:30 AM on a Sunday so while the line was long, it moved at a steady pace. They balance a core menu with daily specials called the Chairman's Corner. I ordered three sandwiches that were packed with high quality meats. The bread on all of them was fresh and sturdy enough to hold up against the juicy fillings without getting soggy. The 555 ($23, regular menu) was the winner. It was packed with flavor and perfectly balanced. Tangy from the pepperoncini blend and pickles, salty but not overly so, with a lovely mild sweetness from their "Board Sauce." The Freddie ($23 special) was a turkey-based sandwich that was good, but didn't quite hit the flavor heights of the 555. The Bradley ($24, regular menu) was a beef trifecta of pastrami, brisket, and corned. Like the Freddie, it was high quality, but flavor wise it felt more good than great. These are expensive sandwiches. While I knew the cost going in, $23-$24 for a sandwich makes this a once in a while experience rather than a regular indulgence (unless you're pulling in a high Bay Area salary!) It was absolutely worth the experience for the quality and the fantastic staff, but my wallet will need a break before the next try. On a non food note...Everyone was incredibly nice, but the owner truly went above and beyond. He was outside at the sole table doing an interview, yet he didn't hesitate to jump up and guide a wandering unhoused person off the busy street to make sure she was safe. He gave her a drink and some chips and told her to be careful of the cars. That kind of genuine care for the community says a lot about the heart of this business. read more

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Always wanted to try this place. I'm a huge fan of sandwiches. I never missed going to Katz while in NY. I was practically raised on Molinari and Freddie's. Well now I have the time. I dropped off my car at the mechanic and he said it will take about 2 hours. Perfect, "I'm going to Deli Board." Walked 4 blocks, got in line, met this cool kid behind me. Kinda reminded me of my son. The park across the street had a district supervisor's rally or something. Back to the story. It took exactly one hour to get your sandwich. I ordered the 49er because it was the most popular one. It was delicious checkout the pictures. The kid behind me ordered 5 sandwiches to share with his friends. I couldn't wait any longer. I had to find a spot to eat. So I went to the abandoned Hall of Justice, sat outside, and devoured it. The sandwich was incredible. The whole experience was even better. This was one of those things I would do when I was younger. I waited in line for something spectacular. Will I do it again? Definitely. Make sure you have the time. read more

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Where do I begin!! The line is long for a reason. This sandwich was sooo good! But don't forget to arrive earlier that 2pm. The first time I tried coming here, I was turned away. I got here around 1 and it was around an hour wait, but worth it. The pastrami in both the Allison and 49er were top notch. I love that it's house made and not overly salty. My biggest fear is usually salty pastrami. The bread was also so soft and fresh! The 49er also had brisket and corned beef which was also 5/5. My bf really enjoyed that one. I got the Allison and it was perfect balance of meat, coleslaw to bread. It has corned beef and pastrami. 5/5. The place itself is really cute and all the decor belongs to the owner!! Unfortunately, there is no seating inside and only one table outside the place. We just ate in the car. All in all, I'd definitely comeback! Best sandwich in the city!! read more

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Came in just looking for a quick bite... ended up having one of the best pastrami sandwiches I've had in a while. They don't mess around here. The pastrami sandwich is stacked right--tender, juicy, full flavor, not dry, not overly salty, just balanced. Bread was fresh, held everything together without falling apart (rare). Every bite actually felt worth it. Place smells amazing the second you walk in, which is always a good sign at a deli. You can tell the food's moving and nothing's sitting around too long. Service was fast and efficient, no nonsense. Order, get your food, and it's exactly what you hoped for. Simple spot, no hype, just really solid execution. If you're into a proper pastrami sandwich, this one delivers. read more

Deli Board - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

These sandwiches are so expensive, but I can honestly say they're the best I've ever had. I came around noon on a Friday and the line was about 30 minutes. Overall, it moved pretty quickly! 49er Sando ($24): This was my favorite one that we got. I'm normally not a corned beef or pastrami person because it's typically pretty salty, but this one was perfect. I also didn't think I would like a French roll, but it was toasted so well. Freddie Sando ($23): I liked the Dutch crunch, but I didn't tase the garlic flavor in the bread. My friends liked the flavor of this one better, so it was also a fan favorite. Both of these also came with some refreshing pickles! I thought the sandwiches would be huge, but they were actually pretty manageable. We split 2 of them among 3 people, but I'd probably come back and get my own next time. Definitely recommend checking Deli Board out -- it was worth the hype to me! read more

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I'm not really a hot sandwich kinda guy so it wasn't my favorite but it was good. I also just HATED how expensive the sandwiches were. We got 2 sandwiches with sides and paid like $80. Actually wild, food here was not worth the price IMO. read more

I went to the Deli Board and it was well, quite an experience. I got there around 11:20 and took me about 40 minutes to order, another 15~20 min to get my sandwich so the waiting game was real. During the whole thing, the owner was coming in and out managing the line, cleaning up the side walk, cracking jokes with kind of the rough east coast no bs kinda vibe and I loved it. During all this when I was in the line inside the store that was filled with some cool alternate yoga deco, I guess another guy in line outside got randomly punched in the face, and the guy in front of me turned out to be a SF sheriff. So when people found out, the reaction was pretty fast and bunch of SFPD showed up pretty quickly. The owner offered the guy some free sandwich and all and gave another random homeless girl that was there some chips too, while making a joke about all the cops were finally out to arrest him. Anyway, I got the 49er and the waffle fries and I gotta say the sandwich was absolutely packed with meat. So much so, it was a bit too much for me, where I'd loved a bit more slaw in terms of ratio. But I do get the appeal of the meat mountain. I did appreciate the quality and the juiciness of it. Also, the waffle fries were generously packed to the point where it was enough to share with 2 or 3 people. They were perfect amount of crisp fried in fresh oil and went great with their sauce. All of it came out to be more than $50 bucks which again, a bit much for me. So I think I'll just get the sandwich next time. I get the cult following and I might comeback for more. For me, it was 4/5 for the food and 10/5 for the experience. read more

Deli Board - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Incredible reviews. Huge lines. Limited hours. All the ingredients of an amazing place. Service is good. Lines are huge. The sandwich was ok. I had their beef sandwich as per their recommendations. I found it far too salty. Good ingredients. Enough for one person which for 24 bucks says a lot. Clearly not for me. read more

Review #1,023 Posted on 3.21.26 I've been seeing stuff on this spot since the Super Bowl. Being born & raised in the Bay, you sometimes will be surprised when you haven't heard of a place that's well known & popular for years. That really speaks to just how many different spots there are, especially in San Francisco, where even City locals don't know them all. The videos I was seeing on this place from all the sports media people I follow had me salivating to come and try this place. We had an event to come to the City for on Friday March 20th and finally could make it happen. This spot is located in the SoMa district on Folsom near Russ. Now onto the sandwiches. The 49er would be the sandwich I'd say was easily the most shown in people's videos when bragging about coming here. It's got pastrami, brisket, & corn beef, then for fixings, 1,000 island dressing, cherry peppers, house made cole slaw, American cheese. I'm not the biggest corn beef guy, so I had my mind made up on a different sandwich..... The Carzle. This comes with Brisket, pastrami, provolone cheese, cherry peppers, board sauce, & on a garlic french roll. When you first bite your teeth into one of these things it's awesome. Bread is hot, fresh, as are the ingredients to the sandwich. They also what it seems like is chop the meat into very small pieces, actually an underrated feature when you think about it. When you make a sandwich at home, or a chain makes one for you, usually your bites, they're sometimes followed by you ripping the meat to get the bite in your mouth, here there's none of that, one bite and you're getting a mix of all the stuff listed on the menu. The Wifey ended up getting the a.stud, which has pastrami, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, avocado, cole slaw, Board sauce, on a garlic French Roll. One thing I'll say was the jals on here were a nice touch, gave the sandwich the perfect kick. I also loved the concentration being 1 meat here as well, awesome awesome pastrami. We split these 2 sandwiches. Man, I was in heaven. I couldn't pass up the Carzle, I'm a huge sucker for brisket, it's my favorite meat along with a good ribeye or filet, but those are my top 3. Cherry peppers are so good on a sandwich in my opinion, I thought the board sauce tasted like maybe a mayo/light oil mix? , only thing I'd change would be from provolone to cheddar or white cheddar. Make no mistake though, this sandwich was a 10 out of 10. I will 100% be back, a true 5 star establishment, and we'll worth the wait. read more

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Lights Out. Perfect execution and the line put the door let's you know you're in for something special. I opted for the Leroy Brown and my goodness, it did not disappoint. Everything was so complimentary from the richness of the mixed meats to the freshness of the bread - bonus points it was served up piping hot and perfect to transport to the park across the way. Very positive experience and a terrific find in SF! read more

Deli Board - As of 22MAY2026 - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Pheww we waited an hour total (90% line, 10% to get our order) on a Saturday at 1PM. Really good sammies, but would not like to wait again (like I could but I wouldn't want to). 49er very good, super cheesy, amazing mouth feel and so easy to eat 555 also good. Less flavorful without the cheese but a solid sandwich nonetheless. Fave thing about these was how easy they were to eat-bread was soft but had good thickness, meat & other fillings plentiful but not spilling out, sauce was present but not soaking thru. Wish they had a bit more flavor in the sauces (if they used any besides mayo...). Overall, great sandwiches!! Worth $25ish each tho? Like, no-esp with the wait. But very satisfied after eating them and so glad to have tried read more

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After seeing many posts and hoopla about this place, we decided to give it a whirl! Parking was easy, turn left at the next corner. Don't mind the construction Honeybuckets. Waited in line for 20 minutes. Placed our order and then waited another 15ish to receive it. We ordered three of their popular sandwiches and the fries. The sandwiches were fresh and as described. The meats and breads were fresh and the cheeses were melty with a nice pull. The barrel style chopped pickles were a nice addition! It was a beautiful day today- the weather was perfect. We enjoyed our lunch in a tailgate picnic. Our only -side eye- was paying nearly $80 (not including the fries) for three sandwiches. Having enjoyed amazing sandwiches all around the Bay Area -- this place is definitely on the steeper side, only other to similar fantastic niche spots. Overall a great try! read more

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This place is absolutely worth the hype!! This place gets busy, so come early and start lining up before they open. I came at opening (11am) and there was already a pretty huge line formed, I ended up waiting a total of one hour to order and get my food. Ordered: - 49er (no cheese, sub for Dutch crunch) - 555 (pickles on the side) - waffle fries The 49er was delicious! The pastrami was amazing, and it's packed with meat. The 555 was delicious as well, I felt like it was creamier and also the turkey cut the saltiness of the other meats. When I asked for pickles on the side they gave me a huge bag of pickles, worth it and I appreciated it. The waffle fries were probably the best fries I've ever eaten, right when they were fresh it had the perfect bite to it and it was crunchy on the outside. read more

Deli Board - 49er and 555 and waffle fries - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came around 10:30 am to line up because I heard it gets busy once it opens. I looked at the menu beforehand so ai knew what sandwich I wanted to order: the Mensckhowitz. I was one of the first few people in line so I ordered the sandwich with a side of waffle fries. My order came out in 5 mins so I was happy about that! The pictures on Yelp made it seem bigger than what it was but I didn't mind because I only ended up eating half the sandwich. I thought the sandwich was a bit overpriced for what it was--all I tasted was pastrami. I really loved the crispiness of the waffle fries tho! I wouldn't wait in line again but if I'm around the area and crave a sandwich, I might try one of the other selections. read more

Deli Board - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Deli Board's been on my SF bucket list for some time now, becoming something of an institution. With the generously packed slices of pastrami and saucy interior, Deli Board's easily recognizable sandwiches have had San Franciscans and foodies alike clamoring for them, queueing long lines for decades. Today, I finally gave them a try, a visit long overdue. Decadence is the name of the game here. All sandwiches come substantially filled with meat yet remain delicately balanced by the other ingredients. I shared the Leroy Brown and 49er; the latter (in football respects and sandwich respects) reigns supreme. The cherry peppers coupled with the coleslaw make for a great complement to the meaty interior. Not usually a fan of multiple meats in a sandwich, but the addition of brisket was welcome and lended just enough sumptuousness to the whole ensemble. The Leroy Brown, on the other hand, with its slices of turkey and salami that felt all too gratuitous, was passable. The cheese also rendered the whole thing a tad too salty. Would've appreciated some tang to cut the indulgence of this one. Do expect a line here, but note that it moves fast and efficiently. Cumulatively probably have waited half an hour from start of line to bag received. Not bad. The prices are steep, but you're in San Francisco, Subway footlongs boast a $10 price tag. Would I be back again? Honestly, I'm not one for meaty sandwiches, and I'm not a huge pastrami / brisket person. I'd imagine Katz devotees having a ball here though. read more

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Well I don't think they need another 5 star review but figured I'll add to it anyway! This place is 10/10!! From service to the food it is worth waiting in that line! We got the 555 and Rubenish and shared. I'd def recommend sharing so you can try a few! They do not skimp on the protein so it's filling to say the least! Our favorite out of the two was the 555 (the Dutch crunch is SUPERB)!!! No seating inside but there was one table outside if you're lucky! read more

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Heard about this place for the longest time. Glad I was able to finally try it. Split 3 sandwiches with friends. 49ers was hands down the crowd favorite. Then, Leroy Brown. And finally, 555, recommended by the nice staff. Sandwich is on the pricier side (~$25 a sandwich) and is definitely a cheat meal. Don't remember an area for dine in, it's a pick up and go type of joint. Decor is quirky and fun. read more

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What more can I say that someone hasn't already said. The sandwiches are top notch here, especially if you like your sandwiches MEATY. The meat is soooo flavorful and the bread soooo fresh. The sauces with the warm meat and roll are AMAZING. I've been here at least 5 times in the last 6 months already. I've tried the Carzle, Leroy Brown, Allison and 49er; all equally amazing in their own right. I usually order the Waffle Fries and have even tried their chicken wings special one time. We usually get there 15 minutes before opening because the line does get long. read more

This is hands down my absolute favourite sandwich spot in the city. Maybe..dare I say...in the whole state. There is literally not a single thing they could do better. I guess that's why I come here far too often. The sandwiches are all fantastic; you literally can't go wrong. That said, I am particularly partial to the 555, the 49er, and the Carzle. The meats are so perfect and so well cut, the toppings are delicious and the large pickles make an already perfect sandwich somehow even better. Also the folx working here are super nice! The only drawback is the insanely long lines but...they still aren't long enough to deter me from returning time after time. read more

Deli Board - Inside. Cute art! - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Holy hell...I've never bought a $24 sandwich before!!! Who'd a thunk that it would be worth $24? I ordered the 49er. One of the best sandwiches I've ever had. The quality of the ingredients is unmatched. I loved every bite. I lived in San Francisco. I certainly would not eat here every day, but it would be hard not to eat here once in a while. Do yourself a favor and come and get one of these awesome sandwiches! read more

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Saw this spot on Tiktok and yes, it did live up to the hype. I was visiting from out of town and it wasn't easy to get to necessarily (they also dont do delivery or take out orders ahead of time) so had to uber over. The line took about 15-20 mins at around noon on a Thursday. Sandwiches are pricey but they are truly huge so definitely worth the price. I got the Armando (no sprouts) and the turkey and avocado quality were great. Wish it had a little more peppers on it to bring more of a kick but otherwise fantastic. Liked the two large chunks of pickle on the side added on as well. Do note- street outside was under construction so was hard to get over to (but temporary). read more

Deli Board - Armando - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

The best sandwhich we have had in a while. We pulled up and the line was down the street but that did not deter us from waiting for this heavenly meal! It wasnt to bad as the weather was petfect but it did take some time. Well worth the wait! We had the Aliison and it was amazing! Highly recommend coming and waiting for an amazing lunch! read more

Deli Board - The Allison - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Finally got to try this place out. Got brisket, pastrami, bacon, cheese, and board sauce on garlic dutch crunch. Total came out to $30. The sandwich was super small. I could easy finish two, but I'm not going to spend $60 for a normal sized sandwich. The flavor was good but not worth the price. Could have gotten fries also, but that was way overpriced at $14 . Bummed this place didn't live up to the hype. If you feel like paying the high price, give it a try, but you're not missing out on much if you want to go elsewhere and save money. read more

Me and my girlfriend were around this summer district this afternoon and we decided to swing by and try the sandwich spot deli board. We ordered the San Francisco Francisco 49ers, which has a lot of meat into it on the Dutch crunch tent would definitely recommend and come here again. Service is very fast about 5 to 10 minutes. The line was about 15 to 20 minutes, but the line definitely moves very quick and fast. I'm a very small hole in the wall. There was two people working and for how fast it was I would definitely come back here and get another sandwich. read more

Deli Board - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

The line here is crazy but well worth the hype. Sandwiches on the little pricy side but also well worth the price. Probably the best sandwich ive had. Got the 49er and this thing came loaded with meat. Bread was nice and soft but toasted well, meat literally tender to the core and fatty with its juices oozing out. Def a messy eat but insanely good. Comes with pickles to ease on the richness of the sandwich. I don't think there's any time were there's a slow down but the line moves fairly quick! read more

Deli Board - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Again absolutely delicious delicious sandwich we don't hesitate waiting 20-30 minutes for! The line may seem long but once you order your food comes out so fast! The sandwiches come out PIPING hot and we eat it right in the car (very limited seating aka one table with two seats outside the restaurant) BUT so worth the car scarfing down. We thought the 555 wasn't our absolute favorite (title still belongs to the 49er!!! MUST TRY.) but it was still so yummy! Absolute must try: 49er ON DUTCH CRUNCH! read more

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