Best experience ever! We were visiting San Francisco on Easter Day and happened to be near Golden Gate Park, looking for something to eat. We were so happy to find this little charming place. First of all, thank you for being open on a holiday. As a business owner myself, I truly understand how hard that can be, and it means so much. We waited about 20 minutes for our sandwiches, but it was absolutely worth it. Every single one was a piece of art -- and incredibly delicious! Even though the line was out the door, the girls inside handled everything like true pros, with such great energy and efficiency. Thank you for making our Easter Day in the park so memorable. We can't wait to come back and try your meat lasagna! read more

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Everything was delicious!! The service was amazing & very welcoming 10/10!! Super cute spot as well, will definitely be coming back whenever I get a chance. :))) read more

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This place was great. I got the turkey brisket sandwich and was thoroughly surprised by how good it was. The wait was a bit long, but I think everyone was there and happy to wait because these sandwiches are worth it. I was skeptical after 10 minutes, but was pleasantly surprised. Very efficient and courteous staff running the place and making sure everyone knows the status of their order. read more

Amazing little gem I'm shocked I had never stumbled on previously! The food is as advertised and fantastic! The "sandwich whisperer" made me the Italian ,and I absolutely inhaled it! The entire time I was there he and I were watching Champions League matches and sharing stories about our favorite teams. Make sure you check out the signs on the walls - pure comedy! New favorite for sure! read more

The Hungry Spot - The Italian & CL Match in. The background. - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Tried The Hungry Spot for lunch since it's a quick walk from my other office. I went with a coworker--he got the Victor's Crazy Chicken, and I got the Chicken Pesto sandwich. The location is nice and the vibe inside is cute, but there was only one person working, so things moved slow. When more folks came in during the lunch rush, he had to ask them to wait while he caught up on orders. As for the food, it was just okay. We both felt the sandwiches were a little overpriced, and the bread was kind of hard. My coworker rated his a 7-8/10, and I'd give mine a 7/10. Not terrible, but not memorable either. Probably wouldn't go back just because there are better sandwich spots around. We saw a coffee shop a few doors down with sandwiches for half the price--definitely trying that next. read more

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We were in the neighborhood and it was lunch time, so 3 of us decided to check it out. We thought due to high ratings, it must be pretty good, right? Well, in short, the food was okay, but quite pricey for the amount given. The place is cozy with a handful of tables inside and out. We sat inside at one of the bigger tables to accommodate the amount of food we were going to order. OUR PICKS ~ THE ITALIAN SANDWICH ~ (salami, prosciutto, provolone cheese, ham, lettuce, tomato, pepperoncini, pickles, red onion, mayo. The bread was nicely toasted for a perfect crunch, but it was quite small for $16. They could barely cut the sandwich into 3rds. Not much meat, but it was good. 3.5/5 CORN SALAD ~ corn, baby arugula and mixed greens, artichoke hearts, hearts of palm, broccoli, sliced almonds, balsamic dressing. Like the sandwich, it was small for $19. It tasted okay, but nothing special. And you could definitely make this at home using a jar of artichoke hearts and canned corn. 3/5 MEAT LASAGNA ~ with sausages and ground beef. I didn't try this, but I was told it was cheesy and saucy but a bit too salty. They do give a decent portion for $21. 3.5/5 THE HUNGRY SPOT LAZY PIZZA ~ homemade pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, sausage, salami, mushrooms, red onions, bell peppers, black olives. This isn't really pizza. Like the title, it's lazy pizza made with a loaf of bread. It was good, and the edges were crunchy, but it just didn't wow me, because I remember doing something similar when I was in middle school as an after-school snack! If you could toast bread, you can make this yourself. 3/5 Only 2 people were working, and it seemed overwhelming for them. One was the lady boss who took the orders and did the cashiering and the guy was making the orders. We waited about 15-20 minutes for a portion of our order to arrive, while many patrons were also waiting patiently for their food. I think if they had another worker, it would help speed things along. The place had many funny signs posted on the walls and in the bathroom. You can amuse yourself by reading while you wait for your food. I think that's what makes the place unique. But the food is what you'd expect from a deli. It's perfect for when you're too lazy to go to the market to buy ingredients to make something yourself. read more

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Picked up lunch from here and it was a decent spot overall. The caprese salad was good, fresh and flavorful, and I really liked the addition of roasted peppers. The chicken pesto sandwich with avocado, though, was just okay. The avocado was a nice touch, but the chicken itself was pretty bland and didn't really stand out. read more

Found this place working nearby temporarily at SMMC. I LOVE it!!! Katerina is a hoot. She is passionate about her business, funny, not afraid to strike up a conversation and most importantly makes great food. All of the sandwiches I've tried are just about perfect. They're heated to a perfect crunch and lip smacking delicious all the way through the sando. I discovered the "turkey brisket" which she smokes herself and it is outta' this world. I've ordered it twice with everything and jalapeños and it is a 10/10. I think I will be at SMMC for several weeks so I see many more sandwiches in my future! read more

The Hungry Spot - Not the best view of the inside but trust - it is bomb. This one is the turkey brisket. - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Lying within the neighborhood of Hayes Valley, I located the Hungry Spot. This nifty gem has three TVs, an array of old school posters on the wall and brand new tables and seats. The co-owner, Katerina, showed great pride in her establishment and her recipes as she boasted where she sourced her fresh ingredients from. It was September of 2024 and The Hungry Spot has been operating for only three months long. I came in during lunch and there were a few customers appearing to arrive during their break for a quick bite to go. I ordered a 6 pc order of Mango Habanero and a sandwich called, Victor's Crazy Chicken. The wings were indeed, freshly fried. The mango habanero sauce didn't have the kick in heat which I was expecting. The wings were lightly coated in flour and had a simple crispiness to it. Paired with my wings was a homemade Bleu Cheese dressing. The dressing was mild and didn't have that potent flavor of "cheesy bitterness" to it. My sandwich, Victor's Crazy Chicken, was accompanied by proprietary chips, seasoned with Himalayan Salt. I noticed that this sandwich was supposed to have chips prepared inside of the sandwich. Katarina claimed that the current menu needed some updates. That's OK. Victor's Crazy Chicken was prepared neatly using a fresh and warm Dutch Crunch roll with medium chunks of chicken thigh meat, mushrooms, green peppers, red, finely shredded lettuce (real fine) and provolone cheese. I valued how the Dutch Crunch was pressed nicely and served to me buttered and warm. Nothing beats hot and luscious, carby bread! The Hungry Spot deserves a solid 4 out of 5. Katerina mentioned a garlic sauce in my sandwich and I didn't taste a sauce to help tie the ingredients of my sandwich altogether. Perhaps, an oil (fat) and vinegar (tart) base would boast some flavor into my Sammy? Additionally, my wings were perfectly fried but the execution was basic. From the wings' crunch, the way my wings were sauced, and the sauce itself--there was nothing outstanding about my wings. If I were to come back I'd try their pizzas and pastas. read more

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This place is amazing! We were visiting San Francisco earlier this month and looked up places where we could grab a quick bite to eat and this ones stood out. So we went there straight from airport to grab a bite to eat. First off it is the most adorable little restaurant in all of San Francisco! You can see from the pictures that it has so much personality. And Katarina was so delightful as we tried to decide what we wanted to eat for lunch. I ended up ordering the Italian Sandwich and yes, it was on the pricey side and it took a little while for them to make it, but it was so worth it! There is something about their bread that is amazing! Everything about this place was a 5+! read more

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If you desire home cooking, a neighborhood cafe and a fabulous owner, this is the place you need to be. When you walk in immediately you are drawn to read all the fun signs that are posted. The ones in the bathroom are the funniest. Katerina, the owner is the real deal. She is incredibly welcoming with a passion for cooking & good humor- hence the funny signs. Katerina is from Bulgaria as was my friend with me so they were able to chat about Bulgarian foods. Katerina is so sweet- she brought us a complimentary dish of her veggie lasagne which was perfection with the sauce being a mix of marinara & Alfredo. Our sandwiches on toasted Dutch crunch were so yummy and our lattes very good. The salads are extremely fresh with so many goodies in them. We felt like we made a friend in Katerina and will most definitely be back! I mean how often do you hug the owner/chef on the first visit? read more

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LOVE THIS PLACE! In SF yesterday and found them on Yelp, tiny place, entertaining atmosphere, including the walls with funny signs, most importantly is the food is fantastic! Keep up the good work. DONT FORGET TO TIP FAIRLY! read more

I liked the lazy pizza and hot sandwiches and chips. It was great after our bike ride through Golden Gate Park.

A great place to relax and eat some great food! Excellent service! The owner was very kind and accommodated my wife's order by adding some sun dried tomatoes to her already delicious sandwich! Lots of signs inside! Makes it very fun and cool vibes! read more

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This is the second day in a row that I've eaten at this place. This place is an absolute 10/10. The service is amazing. The food selection is amazing. The love and care that is prepared in each me has a home town feel. The atmosphere of this place has a loving hometown feel. The pricing is extremely fair for the portion sizes. read more

An interesting meatball sandwich. It's kind of italian adjacent but very solid on its own terms. They slice the meatballs which makes it more manageable but the sauce needs something, maybe more salt or sweetness? A good addition to the neighborhood. read more

This is a late night college spot that opened up a bit ago in nopa. I'm not sure about all the outstanding reviews - maybe a friends / family invite sort of thing? The food is certainly good it's not bad or anything but it's also nothing special. The pizzas are more like French bread pizzas / flat breads and the salads you should def pass on. The sandwiches are solid though. I particularly liked the meatball sub! Wish Cindy's deli across the street didn't stop selling sandwiches so early now though, I prefer a deli sandwich over the hot / baked sandwiches they have here. read more

We stumble across this little hidden gem while walking back from the Big Rec baseball field in Golden Gate Park. The beauty about walking the streets of quaint neighborhoods in San Francisco, is that you'll never know when you're going to discover a new restaurant. We already walked 3 miles and our puppies needed a break. Our stomachs were saying "feed me". It just so happened The Hungry Spot was starring at us and saying "come in". I'm glad we did! Bill suggested the turkey brisket sandwich on a Dutch crunch... it was GREAT and crunchy and hot and good to the last bite. We met Katrina the owner and she couldn't have been any more hospitable. We will definitely return to try the lasagna. Check this little spot out...especially when you're hungry. read more

Ambiance - casual Service - very friendly, sweet staff here Food - i'm a bit surprised at the raving reviews; I got a salad and "pizza" which was more like a flatbread, and to be honest it was all just okay. The salad was very small and was obviously using canned ingredients (corn, artichokes) that I could have easily made at home. I didn't find it very flavorful at all. Didn't feel fresh. The flatbread was only okay. Was not loving the crust or sauce or any of the toppings either. read more

Woooow these are the best sandwiches in the area! The staff is super friendly as well. The ingredients taste fresh, and the Dutch crunch bread they use is incredible. My new favorite hidden gem in the city! read more

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Ordered three sandwiches for pickup. Because my mobile app didn't give me the options to pick toppings, I was very pleased when they did the works. The bread was nice and crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Excellent, efficient, and friendly service. Highly recommend! read more

Very quaint sandwich spot. Small cozy and tasteful. Sandwiches were great especially with the Dutch crunch bread. Pretty good quality. Would definitely go again. Aroma was very nice too read more

We skipped lunch at the museum and came straight to the Hungry Spot! There is so much variety, especially for a family with young children. From sandwiches, pizza, salads, pastas to soups, quiches and desserts, this is the spot! Beverages are plentiful. Sodas, waters, seltzers, beer, wine and it sounds like cocktails are coming. The owner and staff are wonderful, welcoming and it's incredibly clean. I was not paid for this review. :) read more

What do you get when you mix hunger and delicious = this delicious establishment from fun and unique salads with a Bulgarian twist. To the amazing pizza on those amazing Dutch crunch breads which they naturally deemed lazy pizza. This small but comfortable establishment is a must for those looking to fill their pizza, sandwich and salad cravings. read more

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Not a sandwich spot we were in the neighborhood and thought we'd check it out. Nephew had used AI to call on this place. Don't use Siri for suggestions.! by the time I looked it up on the yelp app it was too late he had ordered overpriced thinly made sandwiches that were OK at best.? NOT a sandwich spot , not even close to a Ted's market, Guerra's Italian meat market, or Roxie food center all in the CITY. Just happened to be on that side of town. I can only speak on the sandwiches. I'm sure they're great in other areas but I will not be trying those! Don't like to criticize because I know how hard it is on a small businesses .but premium prices if you're gonna charge you gotta deliver but after nearly 40 bucks for 2-sandwiches and one water ,I did not feel like I got my moneys worth. my only suggestion is stick with what you do best? It's My opinion and my experience only.. never be too hungry and impatient my lesson. read more

Tried The Hungry Spot for lunch and it was a great surprise. The sandwich I ordered was packed with flavor, and the fries were crispy and hot -- exactly how they should be. The staff were upbeat and friendly, and the place had a nice local energy. Perfect spot for a casual bite in NoPa; I'll be back to try their breakfast next time. read more

My wife and I stopped by the shop - we were fans of the place that used to be there years ago that changed hands, but recently closed. We thought maybe there would be a sign on the window thanking people for their business, yada yada... We peeked in and LO AND BEHOLD, WE SAW KATERINA--the owner of the previous award-winning place we loved--Katani Pizza! The new "Spot" opened on May 18 and now serves coffee drinks, sandwiches, and "lazy pizzas" that look tasty and are healthier than a traditional pie. My wife had a cappuccino and I had an espresso and each was exquisitely presented and tasty. We stayed and had lunch; I had an Italian sandwich and my wife had LASAGNA. Portions were great, prices are reasonable, and the food tastes amazing! They have tables so you can sit and enjoy your meal either inside or outside and televisions (inside only) to watch the local sports teams or game shows. For drinks, there are two refrigerators full of non-alcoholic beverages. I was thrilled to see that they have my favorites like Mexican Coke, Coke Zero, V-8, Gatorade, and Yerba-Mate. There is a wider variety but I forgot all of the choices. My wife and I can't wait to return to try more things on the menu. We were SO glad we took a stroll through the neighborhood to see what happened to Hayes Pizza! What we discovered was better than what we dreamed we would find and we will be stopping by again for lunches and dinners for a long time to come! read more

The Hungry Spot - Warm Italian sandwich on Dutch Crunch with fresh, crisp, and not too salty potato chips. - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Solid sandwich spot-- we enjoyed a variety of baked sandwiches, from the veggie to pesto chicken. All were really tasty. My son also ordered the Mac n cheese-- it was baked fresh while we waited for our orders. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Overall, very pleased. We'd come back here again. read more

The Hungry Spot - Veggie sandwich with side salad - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was hosting a party of eight, and Katerina, the owner, was very accommodating and let me make a reservation. When we arrived, she meticulously went through the menu, describing how the wide variety of options were home made by her in unique ways. They served us very quickly, and everyone was very happy with their delicious dinners. She even had vegan options. Would definitely go back. read more

Stopped by with friends on a Friday night to watch the game and eat dinner. Katrina was very welcoming and accommodating. The pizza is made on fresh bread, which is a very SF thing to do. Everything I tried was good. Interesting in checking out other menu items soon. read more

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Great, new sandwich place! Came here for lunch and ordered a BBQ Chicken Bacon sandwich along with garlic bread with cheese. The sandwich was served on a dutch crunch roll. Love that it was toasted just right and not too burnt. Generous amount of chicken slices and bacon. I'm glad the garlic bread was on the softer side too. Service was quick and the owner was friendly to talk to. read more

The Hungry Spot - Garlic Bread with Cheese - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Let me first start by saying my husband found this place so we decided to try it. Walking up and walking in the restaurant was so clean. The service was more like a 10 star. They were very helpful and very sweet. This is a cute lil cozy spot. The food was amazing we got garlic cheese bread with pesto, along with shrimp Alfredo and Chicken Pesto Sandwich. Definitely will be back when we are in the area. Thank you for the amazing service. Nothing but good vibes your way. read more

The Hungry Spot - Garlic Cheese Bread, Shrimp Alfredo and Chicken Pesto Avocado. - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great sandwiches and good pastas. Only a few tables, large TVs, and funny posters on the wall (available for purchase at $30). It's cozy, clean and modern. We all had leftovers that made a wonderful lunch the next day. read more

The food was amazing and creative. Very delicious! The proprietor was friendly and funny and made us feel welcome. The numerous signs on the walls made me laugh. Definitely will be back! read more

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Awesome food Got the Victor crazy chicken sandwich. It had amazing taste too it great flavor The small pizza looked really good Only a few seats inside Customer service was amazing read more

The best sandwiches we've had in a long time and the Dutch crunch bread is sooooo delicious! The guy working there tonight was super friendly and personable and great to chat with. There were a few TVs airing a few different games. Can't wait to come back! read more

The pesto sandwich was amazing and the owners care and are obviously a focal point in the community

The food was wonderful. The owner and staff were amazing. Best sandwiches and flatbread we have ever had.

Small cute spot with some AMAZING food! First thing I noticed was the wall with all the signs which made me chuckle a few times. Next, the extensive menu that offers a wide variety of sandwiches, pastas, pizzas and more. As soon as I came in I was greeted by the owner, Ms. Katerina, and she was absolutely wonderful. She really spoiled us during our lunch there. My family came to visit SF and she was telling us how to be safe and what to look out for so I greatly appreciated that. I ordered the chicken fettuccine Alfredo, my daughter had a cheese pizza, my dad ordered the godfather sandwich, mom ordered the smoked turkey sandwich and my husband (who was guarding the car ) had the chicken Parmesan sandwich. Katerina was so nice that she offered to take my husbands sandwich to the car but I told her it was ok. As soon as we all took our first bite, we looked at each other and said "OMG" sooooo delicious. Definitely stop by and support this business, go see Katerina and try her amazing food ! read more

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Finally got there. Great experience. Clean as can be in this tiny place; kitchen, dining area and restroom. Great selection of sandwiches, salads, and entrees. I had Victor's Chicken sandwich. Delicious. Sautéd fresh veggies with chicken and cheese on a grilled roll...deluxe. Everything is made to order. Super nice and friendly service. Great to know they also have coffee drinks. Good value, as I got a meal and a half of a sandwich. I will be back. read more