We came here on August 22nd a little close to their opening start time…read more I had heard about this place from a couple of friends and they said that we needed to try it if we ever made it to the Santa Cruz area. During our trip we ended up getting the cove and boardwalk sandwich. For about and hour because you wanted to do some other things around the Town period and doing so by the time we got to the beach and wanted to food the Brad was a little bits off and the flavors felt a little muted. Again not because the quality was bad, it was more because the heat from the sandwiches just took away from the overall quality as it was sitting waiting to be eaten. The thing that I liked a lot about the food was that it was definitely a full sandwich. We were able to split those two between myself and my husband and we definitely were very full. Almost so full that we were not able to eat the banana pudding that we had bought. But we mustered the courage and ended up having a little bit of room to finish it off. Again same suggestion eat it sooner rather than later still good but because it got warm it didn't have that overall effect of banana pudding that I wanted. Regarding the space itself, it is definitely very popular and it's nice because there is a good amount of seating inside especially when it's a little bit warmer and if you do want to enjoy the sun you can sit outside on the little bar style setting that is in front of the restaurant. I would definitely come back to this place and make sure that the next time I ordered my food I eat it there at the restaurant versus waiting a bit longer to try to find that perfect picture by the beach.

Heard they smoke their own brisket here, and it was really good. The brisket was super tender,…read morefatty, and had a great smoky flavor. The sauces and pickles provided a really nice contrast, and the bread was great as well. You can definitely smell the smoke throughout the restaurant. Overall, a super solid sandwich. There's a decent amount of seating both indoors and outdoors, and the line and service moved relatively quickly. They also have some nice snacks and other things to enjoy alongside the sandwich. Seems like a local favorite, and I can definitely see why. Will be back to try some of their other sandwiches.

It was my first time trying their deli, you order at the deli counter on the right hand side when…read moreentering and pay at the main checkout. Your name is called out when ready. We tried their salami sandwich and turkey sandwich. Both were very good and would definitely go back. There is some indoor seating available, we decided to eat there and it was perfect. It started getting a bit busy after we ordered, but our sandwiches were ready pretty fast. There is plenty of parking and I would definitely recommend trying it out.

- 4/5: The pastrami sandwich was good, but not great; about as good as Togo's…read more - 3/5: The Reuben sandwich had lower quality corned beef. Get the pastrami instead.

Visiting the area and stopped here for lunch. I went with the Chicken Cowabunga and my girlfriend…read moregot the Philly. Both were great but the Philly was the fan favorite. The garlic fries were solid as well. Definitely a great spot and a place I'd definitely go back to and feel comfortable recommending to anyone.

When I lived in Santa Cruz, this was one of my favorite lunch spots. They have a good range of…read moreoptions and unlike a lot of sandwich places, there isn't a taste of sameness across all sandwiches, most likely because they don't use the same signature house sauce across all sandwiches. I think you can make the wrong choice on your 1st/2nd/3rd visit depending on your taste, but I also think you should come back and you'll absolutely find something that 100% tickles your pickle. I've tried most of their hot sandwiches: - Noni's Pesto Chicken: this is one of my favorite sandwiches of all time. It's not very complex but for some reason the combination of flavors just is *chefs kiss*. 5* for this alone, don't fight me - Surf City Philly: can be surprisingly spicy, heavy but SO good. This is my third favorite. - Chicken Cowabunga: not that great, would skip, but I also have a whole website on fried chicken sandwich rankings so I'm picky - Vulcan Mind Melt: sounds so good on paper but it's just heavy. I would skip - Crispy Cod Wrap: I've had a bite or two of this and I thought it was pretty good but not that memorable - Pork Belly Banh Mi: this was good, and I don't usually like pork belly - Chipotle Chicken Club: also kinda heavy but I really enjoyed this! This is my second favorite. - Cubano: not particularly memorable Not a sandwich but Beer Barnacles: ugh I enjoyed this more often than I should have, sorry not sorry. 5*

Bomb. Added pesto. Amazing. Bread incredibly soft too and the peppers were perfect. If they had…read moremushrooms I'd just add those next time to make it even better.

Decent sandwiches! I was overall happy with my sandwich order from Chunk's. I had a chicken…read moresandwich with some banana peppers, jalapeños, and a garlic sauce. Really solid overall, would recommend!

Sandwich's are huge. Very tasty. Macaroni Salad sucks but sandwiches are bomb. Place is on a quiet…read morestreet with parking

Loved the convenience of this since there's not a ton nearby Seacliff beach. My only points off…read moregoes to service, sadly! I totally appreciate a family-run business but things were taking quite a long time and much of the staff (high school?) had to be reminded by multiple customers who were still waiting for their orders. I just wish there was a little more attention to the line of customers, but I totally get that things get busy. I'll have to come back for a sandwich, this time I got a breakfast burrito which was great! A big size and helped us load up before the long day of beach activities. Definitely recommend if you're already in Seacliff and need a quick bite.

Food: 5 stars. Service: 3 stars…read more The food was excellent and made the visit worthwhile. The staff, however, came across as a bit cold and unfriendly. I get that it's beach time and things move at a different pace, but being a little nicer to customers and visitors would make a big difference. Hopefully next time the service will be as good as the food. EDITED - Saturday, June 20, 2026 I'm updating my review after reading the owner's response. First, I want to clarify that the response appears to be a copy-and-paste message aimed at people leaving negative reviews. If you had actually read my original review, you would have noticed that I never complained about the food, the wait time, prices, staffing, or anything related to the quality of the business itself. In fact, I enjoyed the food and had no issue waiting. I visited on a Thursday, and the café wasn't packed. The owner was clearly working hard, and I respect that. However, when I walked in and said hello, I was completely ignored. There was no greeting, no acknowledgment, and no sense that my business was appreciated. That was the only reason I left a 3-star review in the first place. The response talks about staffing shortages, minimum wage, food costs, and the challenges of running a small business. I understand all of that. Running a business is difficult. But those challenges don't really address the point I was making. A simple "Hi," "Welcome," or even a quick smile costs nothing and goes a long way. I also don't think customers should be made to feel responsible for business challenges such as labor costs or rent. Those are realities of ownership that every business owner has to navigate. That said, after thinking about it, I'm changing my review from 3 stars to 5 stars because the food was genuinely good, and I do support small businesses. My hope is simply that future customers are greeted with a little more warmth and appreciation when they walk through the door. One final thought: when someone leaves a critical review, it may be worth responding directly to their experience rather than posting a generic response. Sometimes there's valuable feedback hidden inside reviews that aren't really about the food at all. I wish you and your business success, and I genuinely hope you continue serving great food for years to come.

We found this hidden gem by accident while walking. As we walked in, we were greeted by a very…read morefriendly gentleman. I ordered a latte with almond milk, and it was made to perfection--smooth, rich, and nicely strong. My husband had a mocha with almond milk, which he also really enjoyed. He added a poppy seed muffin that was served warm and was very good--a nice touch. The inside of the café is cozy and welcoming. We decided to take our coffee to go and sit by the beach, which is just one block away. We will definitely be back."

As a first-time visitor to Zoccoli's, it can feel a little confusing at first especially when it's…read morepacked full of people but it's actually pretty simple. Just hop in line, grab a ticket, wait to be called to order, then head to the next register to pay! The place has that classic, old-school sandwich deli feel, warm and inviting. There's also outdoor seating, which is perfect if you want to catch some sun and enjoy your food. We originally found this spot on Yelp (and saw it all over TikTok), so expectations were definitely high and it didn't disappoint. My wife and I were on the hunt for the perfect beach sandwich, and this was exactly that. I went with the chicken parmesan sandwich... and wow. The cheese pull alone was worth it!! We took our food to the beach, paired it with a cold adult beverage and some BBQ kettle chips, and it absolutely hit the spot. Definitely a place worth checking out if you're in Santa Cruz and craving a solid sandwich.

THE BIG: Right off of pacific ave and front street in downtown santa cruz. A rustic italian deli…read morewith no frills and good sandwiches. Street parking available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The wife and I came here when we were in Santa Cruz and was craving a good sandwich. Zoccoli's popped up and we were sold. Inside the interior is pretty dated and how you order is with a number you pull from a reel. Then you order once your name is called. I got the chicken pesto sandwich and boy was it delicious! I'm always afraid that the chicken might be overcooked but it was great. It was also very fast from order to pickup. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall, spent around $16 for the sandwich. Definitely will be back to try more sandwiches.

Truly lovely breakfast burrito from Kelly's outside the Home Depot. Really friendly staff, and they…read morewere very efficient. I was happy with the flavor and consistency of the breakfast burrito as well, would for sure return!

Fantastic food truck in front of the Home Depot on 41st. Avenue. I've been looking all over the Bay…read moreArea for a good cheesesteak sandwich, Even tried the cheesesteak restaurant in Oakland. This place out, shines them all. Pair it with a Mexican milkshake (horchata?) and you have the best car food you've ever tasted. I discovered this place on my third visit to Home Depot one day, when I realized I hadn't eaten all day. Now, my wife and I come every couple weeks for the food.

I can't tell you how many times I have passed by this little gem by the harbor and never…read morestopped....what a mistake. Deke himself is on scene making sandwiches and helping customers. What a welcoming, friendly, local vibe when you walk in! I literally order sandwiches 2-3 days of the week now during my lunch break. I fell in love with their grab n' go deli sandos, but their custom made versions like the Hippy Tri-Tippy by Hippy Shane himself is the biggest, best sandwich in town. They also sell custom Santa Cruz artwork and have beach supplies in addition to just being good, friendly people. This is by far my favorite lunch time spot in town. Support Deke's!

I ordered the French Dip through DoorDash and was concerned because DoorDash was having a hard time…read morefinding a Dasher to pick up my sandwich. By the time my food got here, it was nearly 20 minutes later than the original delivery time. I was SO pleasantly surprised by the way they wrapped the sandwich and the au jus. The sandwich was wrapped in a couple layers of paper and foil and the au jus was first wrapped in plastic food wrap in case of a leak and then wrapped in foil to keep the heat in. Both the sandwich and au jus were nice and warm and the sandwich was absolutely amazing. Great job guys, I was expecting a problem and ended up having an awesome lunch.

The sandwiches are so good! The ingredients are fresh, and the bread is soft--not hard like at…read moresome places. You can get your sandwich toasted or not toasted. We got the Santa Cruz, and the meats were really good! I'd definitely come here again. The employees were super friendly, welcoming, and nice. Such a great little sandwich spot!

How long has this place been here, and how have we never been before?! What a find. Absolutely…read moreexcellent. Everyone was so friendly, and the whole place is so quintessentially Santa Cruz. We ordered our food to go, but loved the atmosphere so much we were seriously tempted to just sit down and eat it there. Great food, great people, great vibe. Totally awesome. We will absolutely be back!