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Food and Service was Amazing!! The Mango Habanero Pastrami Sandwich was one of the best I ever had! Asked for Crispy Wings to go and the Owner brought the pan out to show me and ask if they were done enough... Top Shelf Customer Service!!
The food and service was so good , i had to stop halfway and leave a review!! Must come and try their food. Quality is 100% fresh, ingredients, bread! Everything. This will be my go to every time i visit SF!
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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?
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+!
1 month ago
Was in the mood for a local sub that was highly rated, This shop popped up, looked at a few photos /reviews, and figured why not try it out. As I walked in, first thing I noticed was the ambiance, plenty of cool signs / posters and a vintage telephone stuck to the wall. I ordered the 'Turkey Brisket Sandwhich' on Dutch Crunch and man was I amazed. Service was top notch! The guy taking order was friendly, welcoming, and went above and beyond. Come check it out! will be coming back to try the pasta next time, read more
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4 months ago
Food and Service was Amazing!! The Mango Habanero Pastrami Sandwich was one of the best I ever had! Asked for Crispy Wings to go and the Owner brought the pan out to show me and ask if they were done enough... Top Shelf Customer Service!! read more
5 months ago
The food and service was so good , i had to stop halfway and leave a review!! Must come and try their food. Quality is 100% fresh, ingredients, bread! Everything. This will be my go to every time i visit SF! read more
1 year ago
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
2 months ago
This is the best sandwich I've ever had in my entire life. I'm not even done eating but I had to give 5 stars ASAP. The Smoked Turkey Brisket and the Chicken Pesto Avocado are amazing! I will be eating here again. read more
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
2 months ago
We got quiches catered for our baby shower. They were delicious! We also love the sandwiches from The Hungry Spot. Highly recommend!! read more
7 months ago
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
6 months ago
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
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
4 months ago
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
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
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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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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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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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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2 years ago
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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2 years ago
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
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
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
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