Loved the sandwiches I have ordered. Their service is quick, and it is always a pleasure since they are super nice. read more

I was craving a sandwich and Desert Deli hit the spot. I tried the raptor duo and the spaghetti sub. Both were really good. Attached are the current pictures and prices as of 1/3/25. Note the menu does tend to change. read more

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A great find today, we stopped by the Desert Deli, its located on W. Ave L. Don't let the exterior full you, its a gem of a deli, full of many varieties of sandwiches and salads. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The interior has ample seating with about 6 table or so. You order at the counter top, they have several huge menu boards to choose from. chips, drinks, salads like mac salad, potato salad or larger green salads are some of the options. The two sandwiches we tried were the Hungry Italian and the Pastrami Brisket The Hungry Italian was full of prosciutto,capicola, mortadela, Pepperoni, Sweet peppers, provolone cheese,pepperoncinis, red onion, lettuce mayo, red wine vinegar in a soft roll, tons of meat, lots of flavor, a must try. This is one of the better Italian sandwiches I have tried in my life, the only thing that would make it more epic is a spicier pepper vs sweet. I was also surprised that they only offered a single size, for the 18 bucks, great sandwich but a bit on the expensive side, it seemed a bit much, would be nice to have a half size as an option, maybe there is but they did not offer it as an option. The other sandwich was the Pastrami Brisket on Rye, nice layer of cheese and Pastrami on perfectly grilled rye bread , with a pickle and a side mac salad with a lot of flavor. Each of the sandwiches were prepared very well, lots of cheese and meat layers, extremely hardy. A great spot for a sandwich. read more

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I love Desert Deli, it's a little pricey but it's the only place I'd really pay to make me a sandwich. Def recommend getting the Flying Fortress with pepper jack instead of Swiss and Chipotle mayo instead of honey mustard 10/10 ... and a pickle shot! read more

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I think this place is pretty cool because of how well it connects to the local area with their decor and menu item names. I ordered a Beef 52 Cheesesteak to-go on a Thursday afternoon and it was ready in 5 minutes. It comes in a pretty nice box and has a pickle. It honestly didn't hit the spot because I the cheese was a bit too sharp and overpowered the meat. The meat itself was good though. I really wanted to try an Italian so I came back another day and ordered a Phantom Italian. It's a pretty good sandwich but it pains me to say that so thought the Italian from Jersey Mikes tasted better. I also think that it's important to support local businesses so I don't mind coming back for more. read more

Desert Deli - Phantom Italian - Delis Near Me - Lancaster, California

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Prices outrageous!!! Place is way too expensive. Service is extremely poor. Not very welcoming as you walk in the door!!! read more

I definitely enjoyed this veteran owned sandwich spot. It's small spot with a few tables but they have plenty of choices. I love All the sandwiches we ordered. My son ordered one with a chipotle dressing that was so delicious. The smokiness was mmmmmmm! The pickles on the side def adds that extra zing you want. Def a must try little deli spot! So good! read more

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Loaded sandwich exactly the way I ordered it Nice people, very service oriented Will be back again soon! read more

Stopped here on our way home from Mammoth when we were craving sandwiches - they definitely hit the spot and we would recommend! We utilized their online ordering so that sandwiches would be ready upon our arrival. They also had a bathroom for customers, which was much appreciated during our road trip pit stop! read more

I used to love going here with my boyfriend all the time. The sandwiches always tasted amazing, the quality was there and you could taste the freshness everytime. We stopped going a few months ago because every time we go they keep jacking up the prices. I get what's going on right now is making everything more expensive but it's going to be harder to make up the money when you have no returning customers simply because it's too expensive. I won't even go to subway anymore because I refuse to pay 20 dollars for a sandwich. Not there or anywhere else. read more

I always recommend desert deli! I have tried almost everything on the menu and so far I haven't been disappointed!

My first impression was the ladies behind the counter were hustling. There were a few people inside but I could see online orders coming in. Everyone there, even the customers, were super friendly and it was very clean inside. They have a fantastic selection from drinks, to chips, to sandwiches. I decided to try two sandwiches. A California Cheesesteak Reuben Sandwich The Reuben was loaded with pastrami, the thousand island dressing was creamy and tasted amazing with the sauerkraut. The CA cheesesteak was insanely good! Personal favorite. The meat was so tender, the bread was nice and chewy, the bacon was smokey, the grilled onions added a slight sweetness, the tomatoes were fresh, I loved the addition of thousand island but the pickles, ya'll! I never realized how much I needed pickles on a cheesesteak sandwich. My goodness! Going forward, I'll eat the hot sandwiches at the restaurant as the bread softens due to the heat. But no regrets because they were fantastic! Btw... check out their board for their daily deals! If I would've paid attention, I would've ordered a panini and had $3 off. read more

Desert Deli - California Cheesesteak - Delis Near Me - Lancaster, California

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I had the pastrami corned beef combo and I would say this is the best pastrami sandwich I've had in the antelope Valley. It's boars head meat so for premade it's pretty good unfortunately I took the food to go so the bread was a bit soggy by the time I got home in Palmdale that being said, it was good bread. The meat portion was pretty generous better than most nowadays. My girlfriend got the Joshua salad and she liked it. read more

Desert Deli - Corn beef, and pastrami sandwich - Delis Near Me - Lancaster, California

Too expensive for what you get. There are better options around town. I have witnessed the owner gal being rude on more than one occasion as well, so we won't be back. read more

The quality of their food is outstanding, and the staff is quite friendly. I actually discovered this restaurant around six years ago, when I had a craving for antipasto salad. read more

First visit was my last! Got a huge sandwich, expensive, and it was more like a mountain of garbage! Not a real deli style sandwich, more like everything that didn't go together piled into a soggy/stale roll. I can't imagine anyone enjoying that place! No other customers when I was there at prime time, should have known why! read more

Service was great ! Place was clean and organized Ordered a meatball sub ... was a bit pricey however it was a massive sandwich that could feed 2 people and was hot, cheesy, saucy and delicious !! Will be coming back to try the other sandwiches read more

Desert Deli - Cheesy Meatball Sub - Delis Near Me - Lancaster, California

Very small and cozy deli shop. A bit pricey but good quality. The pastrami was delicious.

Best sandwiches in the AV! I love the vibe of this place and the service is always on point!

We have gone here for years and we used to go once a week. We don't anymore. The portion are smaller and prices have gone up. Yet, that's not the problem we get rang up different amounts for same sandwiches each time, the new girls don't know how to spell, read the order properly , and when questioned, they are clueless. Not just messing up our orders but other customers who been there before us and still haven't gotten there orders completed. Unfortunately, this is what is now expected. read more

my husband and I went yesterday ordered a salad and a roast beef Panini The salad was good But as far as the roast beef Panini It wasn't hot, roast beef was cold The cheese was not melted nor the mayo Left them a message around 2:30 PM Extremely disappointed My husband and I go there at least once a week Seems like they don't care if they don't back and fix it read more

Desert Deli - Delis Near Me - Lancaster, California

Delicious food! Clean restaurant and friendly staff! We love the Italiano! Indoor and outdoor eating available!

The taste of the food is not worth them money. Got the chicken pesto and it was ok. Too much meat. But not worth pretty much 20$. The workers are nice the place is clean. But overpriced. That's all :) read more

Ordered a salad it was go. Ordered a hot pastrami challenge.It was not good i called twice.It was a recording left 2 messages with my phone number.Callback, that's a shame.They cannot call you back to talk to you about your situation won't go back read more

Terrible staff attitude! Makes me want to eat elsewhere! Will not ever go back!!! Food was ok, bread is delicious!

Great sandwiches! If you love arugula in your sandwiches, I highly recommend the Chicken Pesto Panini. Has all my favorite items! I appreciate that they don't overdo it on the pesto (I think they mix it in with the mayo, not sure), but they add the perfect amount. Staff is great! Wish there were more tables to sit at, but we love their sandwiches and love supporting small businesses!!! read more

Desert Deli - Chicken Pesto Panini - Delis Near Me - Lancaster, California

Best deli subs in the AV , you will have left overs they stuff them. Can't go wrong with there turkey sandwiches and pastrami subs on French bread . read more

Idk why I didn't take photos of our sandwiches. Hunger overwrote the thought to post I guess. I was disappointed I missed breakfast sandwiches, but I also had a taste for an Italian sub so I decided on the jr sub. It was delightful just wish I had asked for a bit more mayo. The meat was fresh tasting and the bread was good kind of hard or chewy on outside while inside was soft. We also got a philly cheese steak sandwich that we were worried the meat would be too big of chunks or tougher meat. Must say that they were perfectly sized sliced and diced meat and tender. So glad I stopped by and I will definitely come back to check out the breakfast menu soon! The gentleman at the counter even brought the food over when our order was ready and asked if we needed anything and was just customer friendly in general. Went over the menu explain their version of toppings and what not ask about the up charge items ie: sodas, chips and cookies he was thorough. Thanks guys we appreciate service!! read more

The best sandwiches! Fresh produce and quality meat! They take their time to make each and every sandwich perfect and the service is great too! Love that it's veteran owned! Sandwiches are big enough to share. read more

Quality and quantity! I've had the Rueben, and meatball sandwiches and they are both awesome!

I ordered a meatball sub to go. The servers checked to make sure there were enough meatballs before taking my order. Smart. Then my ordered was promptly prepared, and I was on my way. The sandwich was HUGE; enough for two meals, or two people to share. The flavor was delicious. The meatballs were a perfect texture with what tasted like real meat that was not spongy or gummy. The sauce was a fantastic blend of herbs. I haven't had a meatball sub this yummy in a long time. Hats off. I will return. read more

Roast beef with the dip!! I do wish the sandwich was a bit larger but it taste phenomenal and it is my go to anytime I go. I'm happy it's Veteran owned (oohhyaaa Navy!) I love the food , employees are friendly and make your food to order. read more

Great find in Lancaster! Tasty sandwiches and friendly staff. Picked up for an office lunch, the order was correct.

Does not disappoint!! Ordered the albacore tuna salad and Phantom Italian ...everything is made fresh and the presentation is on point!! Deeelish!!! My new favorite spot!!! read more

Great pastrami tender thinly sliced. Cooked to perfection. I was not disappointed. I will surely return.

Best sandwiches in all the Antelope Valley! Puts all the others to shame. Always fresh rolls. Hefty portions of Boars head meats. Our only go to sandwich place now. read more

Now listen.... I use to work at Stater Brothers across from here and I kept telling myself that I need to try it I need to try it! I finally tried it a few days ago and had it AGAIN today and my oh my it is the best damn sandwich I had in a minute out here! I no longer go to Subway because I always get sick and the flavor is just nasty asf ! So I decided to go here and omg best decision ever! I need to try the pickle shot that they have on the menu but I need to get it in person which I've ordered off door dash twice so next I'll get it in person and try it for y'all but I heard good things about it. Not sure how the customer service is but when I go in person I'll find out. I know it's right next to a couple different places but this one is the best one yet! SCREW SUBWAY JUST COME HERE ! You won't be disappointed! read more

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I don't typically go to delis because the fast food sandwich place has ruined my idea of paying for a sandwich. This deli has changed my mind back. The bread was amazing! The ingredients were all so fresh. My sandwich was DELICIOUS!!!!! The employees were friendly. Service was quick. The menu had so many choices without being overwhelming. I live a chance to support a local business and this one is worth going to for sure. read more

Visiting Palmdale and dropped by the Desert Deli. My wife and daughter ordered the cheese streak and it was so good. Fresh and highest quality. Mushrooms were plenty... they don't skimp. I ordered the Phantom Italian and it was sssooo good. Staff are friendly. Definitely better than national establishments. Costs a little more... about $15 avg per sandwich but totally worth it. read more

Desert Deli - Delis Near Me - Lancaster, California

Never a bad sandwich to be had here. Come hungry, because the sandwiches and huge salads alone will fill you up. If that doesn't do it, the potato salad (topped with fresh dill!) is the perfect creamy side. There are plenty of snacks (chips) and a few after dinner treats to flesh your meal out if you're really, really hungry. There are hot and cold sandwiches available with the year round menu, with fast service and friendly service. It can run on the mid range side of cost but every bite will not dissapoint. read more

Desert Deli - Tuna on a french roll! - Delis Near Me - Lancaster, California