This place is one of the top 5 best sandwich shops in San Diego hands down. They also serve salads,…read moresoups, and some awesome sides. I heard they're going to start serving beer and wine soon as well! *Best 1st-timer options*: The Keeper (if you like it spicy) or the L.G.B.T. My favorite hot sandwiches are the Cali Cubano, B3, and The Keeper, while my favorite cold sandwiches are the Avocado Highway, L.G.B.T. (lettuce, gouda, bacon, tomato), and Caprese. My favorite salads are the Grapevine and Duck Cranberry. For sides I recommend the potato salad and tomato basil bisque. The aioli they use is to die for -- can't hurt to get a side of it with any sandwich! The restaurant is situated on the corner of Park Blvd. and Polk Ave. (more generally, it's on the strip of Park Blvd. between University Ave. and El Cajon Blvd.). There is usually a good amount of parking on Park Blvd. and Polk Ave., which is nice. The space has a simple-yet-tasteful modern design and interior, is always clean, with friendly and helpful staff. Great for lunch hour or a weekend date. Update: Came back today with my friend and we ordered the B3 and the Turkey & Cheddar Mousse sandwiches, plus sides of potato salad and cucumber salad, and a double chocolate cookie with pistachio and sea salt. Everything was really good, but the Turkey & Cheddar Mousse sandwich was the star of the show. The cookie was great too. We both agreed the potato salad could use some salt, but besides that it was a solid meal all around.

Big Front Door has quickly become a new favorite for sandwiches, and visiting two days in a row…read moremade that very clear. On the first visit, Zack provided exceptional care and attention while helping navigate food allergies. Zack took the time to carefully check ingredients, double-check preparations, and personally come back out to verify everything to ensure safety. That level of care made the experience feel genuinely welcoming and stress-free. The chicken sandwich was fresh, satisfying, and thoughtfully balanced. Juicy chicken, ripe tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a bright splash of oil and vinegar came together beautifully on Big Front Door's roll, which had a great texture and held everything together well. The flavors were clean and vibrant. A little extra salt would have pushed it over the top for a salt-lover, but that came down to personal preference rather than any shortcoming. A dining companion ordered the avocado sandwich and could not stop raving about it, praising both the flavor and the freshness. The outdoor seating area deserves special mention. The shaded space was perfect as I do have sun allergies, especially for anyone who prefers relief from direct sun. The care taken in food preparation added an extra layer of comfort and trust. The second visit somehow raised the bar even higher. Micah went above and beyond to accommodate physical ability needs with patience, attentiveness, and genuine kindness. That effort did not go unnoticed and made the experience feel deeply respectful and inclusive. The roasted chicken sandwich ordered on the second visit was phenomenal. The roasted chicken was tender, savory, and full of depth, elevating the sandwich even further. Adding a bit of extra salt brought all the ingredients into perfect harmony, making every bite more satisfying than the last. This sandwich has officially earned a spot as a new favorite sandwich. Big Front Door was amazing not just for delicious, thoughtfully prepared food, but for the people who work there. Zack and Micah created an environment where care, kindness, and respect were clearly prioritized. No moment felt rushed, dismissive, or uncomfortable. At no point did anyone make the experience feel like a burden or inconvenience. A sincere thank-you also goes to the team members who prepared the food. Even without knowing names, the care taken to keep guests safer while serving delicious nourishment was evident and deeply appreciated. Big Front Door comes highly recommended for the flavorful sandwiches, the shaded outdoor space, the welcoming atmosphere, outstanding customer service, and the genuine kindness shown at every action.

My rating is somewhat weighted by a fully satisfied family inclusive of my two 9-year old twins…read more They love it here and enjoy the chicken pies and chicken fingers. Big servings keeps them full, happy, and growing. For adults, they have great tasting pies for a very reasonable price. There's some extra weight on my rating for the size of the servings. It's a ton of food. So you always get a 2nd, take home leftover meal out of it. Also if you get the pie meal, you get potatoes, veggies, and a pie. Wow! Shakes are great too.

I used to have lunch once a week at the original location and enjoyed the pot pies. Having not been…read moresince the late 70's I decided to try them again. The service was okay nothing special or welcoming. Once we ordered, a basic chicken pot pie, it came out in about 5 minutes. It was obviously microwaved and extremely hot in some places and cold in others. The pot pies looked like someone sat on it then had gravy poured over the top. Horrible presentation to say the least. Needless to say we were extremely disappointed. While the recipes maybe the same the quality and atmosphere are definitely not. The only "good" item was the dinner roll.

I usually get a chicken sandwich which has always been good. I decided to try the classic chicken…read morewings this time. The chicken wings tasted good but I received a really small portion of 5 wingettes and only 1 drumette. Since I ordered it to go I didn't notice until I got home. Disappointing because I was still hungry afterwards!

Placed an order through DoorDash and the expected wait time was extended to over an hour to have…read morethe doordash driver assigned to my order sit there and wait for two sandwiches. I contacted doordash and popeyes support and both were of no use. Absolutely ridiculous and their online support system was no help at all.

I had such a great experience at Tap Room and wanted to share how much it stood out. From the…read moremoment we arrived, the atmosphere felt easygoing and comfortable. We were seated in a shaded area with plenty of space around us, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and unhurried--perfect for actually enjoying good food and conversation. A huge part of what made our visit so memorable was our server, Carina. She struck that rare balance of being genuinely warm and personable while also staying incredibly attentive. She was outgoing without being overwhelming, kind in a way that felt natural, and had a great sense of humor that made us feel instantly at ease. Carina was also very knowledgeable about the menu and offered helpful suggestions without any pressure. She checked in at just the right moments and made sure we had everything we needed, all while keeping the vibe light and fun. You can tell she really cares about creating a good experience, and it shows. For food, I ordered the smash burger with onions and lettuce served in a corn tortilla, along with a side of jicama. The burger itself was flavorful and satisfying, with flavorful juiciness you want from a smash burger. The onions added a nice savory depth, while the lettuce gave it a fresh crunch that balanced everything out. Serving it in a corn tortilla was a great twist--it made the whole dish feel a bit lighter while still being super filling, and added a subtle, warm corn flavor that tied everything together really well. The jicama on the side was crisp, refreshing, and slightly sweet--an ideal contrast to the richness of the burger. My friend went with a salad and an IPA, and both were a hit. The salad looked fresh and well put together, and they couldn't stop talking about how good it tasted. The IPA paired perfectly--cold, crisp, and exactly what you'd want alongside a light but flavorful meal. Overall, everything just worked--the food, the atmosphere, and especially the service. Carina really elevated the experience and made us feel taken care of in a way that's hard to come by. I'll definitely be back.

I've been to this restaurant twice--both occasions were great…read more North park is a vibe and this place is the center of it all. Our server Eric and the manager, Jahann, were particularly outstanding. Will return again. What a fun time. If y'all see this, thanks, staff. Readers, check this place out, at least for a beer.

Food: Excellent, authentic, fresh tortillas and complex salsas…read more Value: Large portions. Super wet burrito is about $11. Two of us left very satisfied for about $25. Dining in: Free cups of tap water are out of a large white bucket. Cramped, and there were several flies hovering so to-go is a better option. Indoors could use a refresh of paint and such to feel more clean. Outdoor seating also available. Service: Everyone worked well as a team and were very friendly and attentive, clearing and cleaning tables quickly while being slammed with to-go orders. Overall: Recommend for delicious, great value food to go. :)

We always drive by and see Colima's poppin' with the drive thru line that overflows into the Main…read moreStreet. We finally decided to give em a try during Taco Tuesday. They have $2 street tacos #love so naturally we had to get four carne asadas. This spot has a great menu to choose from. Waiting in the drive thru they have a large menu you can look at before a server takes your order. In addition to the tacos we also got the cali burrito. The food came with four different sauces- two types of red, a guac like salsa, and green. The containers are larger than others, so I'm happy I didn't have to ask for extra like usual. I am shocked they aren't rated 5-stars because the food is quality with fair pricing. SOS shout out to Colima's!!! We are excited to try more tomorrow :) #localtour

Still the best California burrito in not just San Diego but the world! Great salsa bar too!…read more Five stars for the Cali burrito. Salsa bar counter was a little dirty.

Really unreliable experience. I placed an $150 order on their website which showed they were open…read more When I arrived, the door was unlocked but all the lights were off and no one was there; it was completely empty with "Open" sign and no explantation. If you offer online ordering, your hours need to be accraute. This was a huge inconvience.

In-N-Out is always the best, always. This location is no exception. Now, that said, they did mess…read moreup my order just a little bit. I ordered a cheeseburger with grilled onions, and they did not put grilled onions in it. An In-N-Out burger without grilled onions is still great, but it's not spectacular. Grilled onions are a must. I muddled through. They must have put the grilled onions on my sons's burger, who requested no onions, because he said it was amazing, and when I checked, it had grilled onion on it. I said, "See! You love it because it has grilled onions on it!" This went to prove my hypothesis that grilled onions are better than no grilled onions. We ordered fries, cheese fries, milkshakes (strawberry and chocolate), and some soft drinks, and the whole thing was paradise, as In-N-Out is. There are some tables outside of the restaurant, and we sat outside in the glorious Southern California sun and devoured our lunch. There's nothing like In-N-Out.

Finally had the opportunity to eat here on Wednesday at 11:30. Every time we've tried to get food,…read morethe drive-thru is wrapped about the block and there is no parking. We were lucky to arrive right before the lunch rush in the drive-thru. There were two team members taking orders so it went by very fast. We ordered a Double Double with grilled onions, two patties on the side without salt and fries. We were greeted with a warm smile by Jake. I forgot to request pickles and he happily added some on the side. He even educated me on the donation program to combat human trafficking. He made the visit much more enjoyable! We hope to see him next time we come back.

As usual, had such a great meal at Olympic Cafe. This is one of those places that feels comfortable…read moreand welcoming the second you walk in, with generous portions and food that tastes homemade. The Kokkinisto was the standout for me. The beef was incredibly tender and rich without being heavy, and the tomato-based sauce had that slow-cooked flavor that makes you want to keep dipping bread into it long after you're full. Comfort food in the best way. We also had the chicken skewers with rice, salad, pita, and tzatziki, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. Even the simple side salad and feta felt fresh and thoughtfully prepared. San Diego has a lot of Mediterranean spots, but this feels authentic, unfussy, and is consistently good, clearly has heart behind it.

Giro Sandwiches-- good but worst…read more tzatziki -- a Greek sauce made from: * Greek yogurt (thick and strained) * Cucumber (grated and drained) * Garlic * Olive oil * Fresh dill (sometimes mint) * Lemon juice * Salt I've ever had... horrible. Never going back. I used to love this place. Not really sure what they gave in little plastic containers... bad!

Definitely the best sandwich around! Something for…read moreeveryone! The service was great as well. (Dutch Crunch for the bread choice).

I was really excited about going to Ike's to try out their sandwiches but to assert that my…read moreexpectations were not only destroyed but put to shame for ever thinking highly of them would be an understatement. I came in and immediately the woman working in the front I could tell was rude and radiating negative energy. I am witnessing a common theme about this with many of the other people who have left negative reviews about this establishment. You guys also seem to reply and pretend like you resolve the issue but there have been multiple review follow-ups where people claim you guys do not actually make up for the horrible service. Anyway, I walk in and immediately I have to wait a long time to order and I can tell that the guy in front of me has been there a while already. Finally, I place my order and the lady is so awfully rude. Every answer I had for her questions made me feel that I had done something wrong even though I was very nice and just there for a simple thing: to get a sandwich. I usually greet people and ask how they are doing but she got directly to business. I understand that she was busy but she was immediately unwelcoming. "What kind of bread would you like?" (I do not see the bread on the menu when I immediately look up so I reply, "white (I will admit there are many different types of bread but I did not know what they have and usually when I order somewhere I just say white and they know what I am talking about or politely ask for clarification) *she rolls her eyes* "french, sourdough, Dutch?" Then, she asked me if I wanted lettuce and tomato. I replied, "just lettuce please" and again she makes me feel dumb for just ordering. I ask if the sandwich comes with mayonnaise because it was not listed but there were additional items on it and she says that they do not have mayonnaise but another sauce as if mayonnaise is a crazy request. "Can I get a name for the order?" "Jessica" "Jessica?" like my name is ugly or something and not like she could not hear me. At this point I am picking apart everything that she uttered but seriously such an unhappy woman with no hospitality skills. Trust me on this and either experience it yourself or read some other 1-star reviews if you do not believe me. She then walked away as I was still paying so I could not even ask for a receipt or anything. This was essentially the extent of my direct experience with the woman in the front but I witnessed more things happening to other customers while I was waiting for my sandwich for a really long time. Apparently an order kept getting rung up and people kept coming in trying to pick it up but it had already been picked up and the woman would say "communicate this. someone already picked it up" with a huge attitude like it was their fault there was a glitch in the system. I also took notice that there was a big order for 4:30 and when the order was finished, one of the male workers went over and served himself a drink from the soft drinks dispenser and when he was handing the woman all of the many bags, he took a break to take a drink out of his cup. I think it also important that I add she had already been given 5-6 bags and was caring a lot and he was not coughing and desperately needed water and I do not even think there was water in the cup. I will also say though that all of the customers waiting were very friendly and understanding that they were busy and I am too but there was no reason to be rude and lack the principles of basic costumer service. I work with people too and we all have bad days but by the looks of these other reviews, this is a very common occurrence. I am glad people are willing to speak up about this. Another thing I noticed was that apparently someone's order was not in the system and they made the person feel so bad for it and that it was their fault except with all of these problems, it is highly likely that this could have been the establishment's fault but they never even entertained this. I might also add that the woman that took my order when she was making sandwiches I saw her cough into her hands (no gloves mind you) and then grab the *at least it was* wrapped sandwich and put it in the bag. I wanted to try this place because it was close to my campus and I will say that the sandwich tasted good but it was nowhere near worth the horrible aura I experience while being at Ike's. I will surely never spend another dime at Ike's and encourage my friends to not support a business that does not prioritize cleanliness and kindness. Even when they packed up my order, the same man who was taking sip breaks handing a woman her order, was throwing my stuff together and gave me a tiny bag when he saw I was also holding my chips and drink. That was not very thoughtful if you ask me but I would not expect thoughtfulness after what I had already endured from this sandwich joint. I think Ike's would benefit from a personality change and should consider improving their warmth and helpful nature.

This spot HITS. The workers are chill and the have a pretty straight forward menu - pizza, burgers,…read moreand bevies. The Pizza is pretty solid - thin, crispy, and the toppings are tasty. I've gotten the mushroom ricotta slice and the cheeseburger and boy is it's greasy and scrumptious all in one. A nice spot to stop by for a quiet bite and you don't have to wait too long. Definitely a spot to check out for a beer and slice.

Short story: service sucks and the food was meh…read more Long story: I've been really looking forward to eating here for a long time. It's always popping up as one of the best burgers in San Diego. The vibe in the place was cool. Bustling and music blasting. I look around for the menu. Not easy to find. I guess it's one of those "if you know you know" but then I saw a small chalkboard that listed the burger and a tiny printout pizza menu way in the back. I order a burger and coke. So pumped to try it. I ask for no onions and the guy at the register immediately cops a huge attitude like I ruined his day. He points at the chalkboard and says "no substitutions". I reply "no biggie! I can scrape em off or something" dude looks pissed and says "they're hard to scrape off" I know reading this I may sound unreasonable. Maybe dude was having a bad day. But the way he was looking and speaking to me made me want to walk away from the counter not bother ordering. If you are great at burgers but not customer service maybe stay off the register and stick to the grill. My friend with me goes "not very friendly for a place called the friendly" so it wasn't just me. The burger comes out. Honestly I'd bet on a good day it's great. But today it wasn't. Overly greasy. Ironically all of the onions slid right off so I'm not sure why he feels it would be too difficult for me to remove myself. The burger could barely stay in the bun it was so greasy. The aioli spread was all on one side of the burger and it was a mess. I'm not sure if maybe this place used to be great and since has declined, or if the staff was just having such an off day that it reflected in the effort of the food. Or if the guy just had some issue and felt like taking it out on us today. But needless to say. There's plenty of amazing smash burger places in San Diego. Excited to try somewhere else.