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    Plaza Deli Cafe

    4.8 (189 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis, Sandwiches, Salad
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Sriracha Chicken Panini
    Mark L.

    Chicken tiki masala is one of my favorite dish. When the owner Sam said if you like CTM, you should try my butter chicken. Well, I'm glad I did. Now I know why it was a special item on menu because it's special. It's flavorful and a ting of spiciness. It's smooth and creamy. It was very nice to go with naan but I like the long grain. You gotta have rice with it. It comes with a good portion of meat and decent sized of the creamy butter chicken sauce. Is it perfect? No. For me, I prefer chicken thigh meat instead of breast and I prefer more onion. So good!

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    Jacob M.

    Must-try: any of their chicken sandwiches Why visit? A very kind owner greets you with a quant menu that should inspire you because you don't have many options to choose from Protip: try adding caramelized onions to any of the sandwiches

    Special today - turkey pesto panini with sun dried tomatoes
    Carolen M.

    I had the pleasure to get lunch at Plaza Deli Cafe on my visit to UserTesting. Sadly I won't be able to see Sam (the owner) on a daily basis, but my interaction with him was a memorable one that I highly recommend anyone who works nearby to try it out. Plaza Deli Cafe is nestled in a business complex that is being pretty much overtaken by UserTesting.com, but don't worry, there's plenty of parking and you'll be welcome with open arms. You have your standard sandwiches and salads as well as some Mediterranean fare. I opted for the special which was a turkey pesto with roasted red pepper panini. The place itself is fairly small with some seating outside. Well Sam is the owner and you'll see that he remembers everyone that steps into his store. If he's seen you at least once (and probably if you come often enough) will remember your name and what you typically order. He was quite nice and very amicable. My order came out fairly quick and it was tasty. The bread was nice and toasted like a panini should. The turkey moist and all the flavors were great! For a deli, it hit all the marks and Sam added the extra star. Yes it's a bit out of the way. I likely won't be coming back unless in the area and hankering a sandwich, but lucky to those who work in the complex and nearby as it's definitely a gem.

    crunchy applewood bacon club on dutch crunch
    Alice W.

    Stopped by here for a quick bite today. The owner is super nice and friendly (forgot his name though. There is a nice patio area with plenty of seating but there isn't much seating inside. Good prices, $6.95 for a half sandwich and half cup of warm italian wedding soup. The ingredients are fresh and the bread is soft. I've visited several sandwich shops around Mountain View and a lot of them does not carry sprouts so I'm so glad that this place does & doesn't even charge you extra to add it. This will definitely be one of my go to places for lunch now. CASH or CHECK only.

    Tuesday special - lentils! Half order
    Kenna D.

    This is a fantastic family-run cafe. They get most of their business from the neighboring tech companies in Mountain View. BUT the business is very much well deserved and not just due to their convenient location for a quick lunch. The must-have is the majadara (lentil) plate! Served on tuesdays and you can do a half ($5) or a whole plate. It comes with lentils topped with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and fried onions. Also included (even with the half plate) is a side of pita and pickles! I like to request a side of hummus to go along with the pita (I recommend doing this!). I've also tried a chicken shawarma wrap that was absolutely AMAZING! Seems like there is nothing you can go wrong with here. They've also always got a giant tray of brownies sitting near the register that are super super tempting - although I've never caved. Sam and his family are the sweetest and truly care about their customers and making sure you get good food in your belly. I would definitely come back here if I was visiting a friend for lunch on the weekdays :)

    Plaza club
    Jenny L.

    This must be a local favorite for such high ratings. It's definitely a gem in this hidden plaza with a local flavor for good sandwiches and service. The sandwiches are tasty, but I've had better when it comes to the Plaza club or roast beef with cheese where the meats can be a bit more tender or thinly sliced. Granted, I have not tried all their subs and specialties. All I know is that it's a solid deli for locals. Service here is fast, friendly and helpful. Seating is outside under some trees with small tables and benches. I'm not sure how one would eat here when the weather doesn't cooperate, but it's still worth a pit stop if you're nearby with a craving. Parking is ample in the lot, but it is a bit of a maze to weave through buildings in order to find the deli.

    Daily specials
    Dang M.

    If you come here enough, you don't even call this place "Plaza Deli Cafe," you call it "Sam's." Sam's menu is simple breakfast and lunch items. The best is their specials, and till this day my favorite is Tikka Masala with Naan and rice. My admin loves their soup. My boss loves their sandwiches. And my manager loves more than half of the menu. They get fresh bread and bagel delivered to them, so you don't ever have to worry about having something a day old or stale. Its not just also the food, its about how Sam treats you and his wife who is his cook. Her dishes are made with love. You can definitely taste the difference between restaurant food and her home cooked food. And Sam takes the time to know your name and remembers what you like to the best he could. And he see's a lot of people in this plaza so that is pretty amazing in itself.

    Caprese panini

    Plaza deli cafe is once again open! I have been looking forward to coming back and it did not disappoint! Food is just as delicious! My favorite deli ever to say the least.

    Avocado Delight
    Liv K.

    The sandwiches were fabulous and the level of service was unheard of for a mom and pop shop, or most restaurants for that matter. The freshly baked Dutch Crunch bread hugging my tender roast beef sando was amazing. The flavor-packed tomatoes were drip-down-your-chin juicy. This cute little deli is totes amaze compared to any Subway or Togo's. We ordered the Plaza Club, Avocado Delight and Hot Roast Beef and Cheese. We weren't aware of the cash only policy, but Sam, the owner, generously offered to let us figure out the payment after the meal. After the sandwiches were made and his wife came by to drop off our order, she didn't mention anything about the money. We were able to enjoy our sandwiches without the pit-in-stomach burden of debt looming over us. However, after grinding on those yummy sandos, we got some cash to settle our bill. Look for the "Plaza Deli" sign on the street. We would have missed the driveway otherwise. There's another sign in the parking lot too, which helped us to select one of the parking spots nearest the deli. We'll definitely be back for more sandwiches! Thanks for blowing my mind, Sam and wife!

    Majadara plate. Tuesdays only. (extremely rare Dan B. food pic. Someday to be collector's item)

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    Friendly and family owned restaurant with good food selection. I do recommend this place.

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    Warmly greeted and offered us to sit anywhere we like…read more I found this cozy place when our golf group came here before a tournament. (They can accommodate larger groups in their side room.) So, I knew the service was good, because they knew to get us in-and-out quickly without us even having to ask. Today, I had more time for a leisurely breakfast, so I ordered the Egg Sandwich with Linguica with a side of One Waffle and a bottomless cup of coffee. (I remember I got French Toast last time, but it was not very filling for the price.) The breakfast sandwich was very good, especially the linguica, as were the potatoes, but the waffle was a tad burnt -- almost enough to want to send it back. But, I decided to try it anyway. Our server was awesome: friendly, attentive, and very pleasant. A decent sized parking lot surrounds the restaurant. Fair pricing, as well. I will definitely come back to give them another crack at that waffle.

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