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    The Lunch Spot

    4.8 (670 reviews)
    ModerateSalad, Soup, Sandwiches
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    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Breakfast Options Until 11:00 and Sauce Options
    Sara P.

    We stopped by here for lunch and we are SO thankful we did. We found this fantastic spot by asking Chat GPT best lunch restaurants in the area. The vibe is casual and welcoming. We beat the lunch rush (got there a little before 12:00) and it just got busier and busier. You order at the counter and the guy that helped us was friendly and gave great suggestions. There were so many great options on their menu that we had a hard time deciding on what to order. Their special sold out right after we ordered which was a tri-tip sandwich. Normally on vacation we don't eat at the same place twice so we can try more places, but if we were to make an exception it would be for this place. My kids each got the grilled cheese sandwiches which they got to choose their chip option and it comes with a capri sun as well. I ended up deciding on the Ashlee's sandwich and it was very yummy. My hubby got the strawberry sunflower salad and added chicken. He really enjoyed his salad and found it filling too. Overall I highly recommend checking out this place for lunch when in the area.

    Spicy Avocado Salad
    Hurnan V.

    Came here for a quick lunch! The service was friendly and fast. We got the spicy avo salad which had the most delicious dressing, in addition to a good heaping of fresh veggies and alfalfa. The sandwich was "Daniel's best" which was also decadent and filling. The interior was cute and cozy, like an old timey deli. Would recommend for a quick bite! Free parking lot at the front!

    #4 Turkey Pesto
    Martha L.

    We were in the neighborhood and decided to stop in for an early lunch. The staff was friendly and courteous. The #4, Turkey Pesto is my favorite. Hubby loves tuna sandwiches and this was a great sandwich in his opinion . Whenever we are in Palm Desert this will be our sandwich place. Thanks!!

    Blueberry lemonade
    Nisha C.

    This place was AMAZING! My family and I were in town for a family wedding, and so we flew into PSP in the morning. After exploring the area in the morning, we wanted a late lunch before checking into our Airbnb in Palm desert. I stumbled upon this place in my search for some healthy food & we decided to try it. The inside seating is really small, but we got lucky and were able to find a table for 4. It's an order at the front & pick up type of spot. Since we were starving, we ordered with our stomachs: 1 strawberry sunflower salad without meat & nuts, 1 spicy avocado salad, 1 potato salad, 1 blueberry lemonade, and 1 CEO sandwich. Everything was OUTSTANDING!! The service down to the food. We loved it so much that we ordered the same meal 2 days later for lunch again. Absolutely recommend to anyone reading this review!

    Anna N.

    Order pickup if you can instead of delivery so you can double check that they actually got your order right. My sandwich, The Hottie, is almost $20 and of course they left off one of the most expensive parts of the sandwich which is the layer of avocado... the bread is also advertised as a delicious sounding jalapeño bread but it just tasted like any type of bland bread. This is something you can make way better at home.

    #22 Bruschetta Italiano
    Olivia P.

    Game here twice back to back and got the hot Italian sandwich aka the Bruschetta Italian. The staff is amazing and the food is so good. The bruschetta on the sandwich was chefs kiss!

    Special BLTA sandwich!
    George G.

    My colleague and I arrived around 2:00 p.m. today and decided to try this highly rated lunch spot. I ordered the special, a BLTA sandwich with chips and a drink for $15 which was an excellent value. The sandwich was good and fresh prepared quickly, and the service was efficient. The restaurant itself is small and located in an industrial area, but it's nicely decorated, quaint, and very clean. You place your order at the counter, and they call your name when it's ready. Overall, a pleasant experience and a great choice for a quick lunch.

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    Marcie G.

    What a hidden gem! Sandwiches are fresh and tasty. We tried Dads potato salad. Love the dill. Great service. All staff was hustling as the crowd grew. Charming decor. Love the signage. Overall excellent choice for lunch.

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    Rosalie H.

    Yelp you never disappoint! Thanks to the recommendations of my fellow Yelpers, we ventured out of our usual delis and found The Lunch Spot. Don't let its industrial location keep you from coming to this casual, family owned deli, because you will miss out on the "bougiest" sandwiches, soups and salads in town! We were here on 11/1/25 and split the chicken and veggie soup, Strawberry w/Blueberry salad and the Hottie chicken Sandwich. The soup was hearty with lots of shredded chicken and veggies. I would love a bowl of this any day! We ordered the strawberry and blueberry salad- with fresh greens, pecans, cranberries, red onion feta cheese and a balsamic dressing. This was amazing, fresh, and an excellent accomplishment to the sandwhich. Speaking of the sandwhich- I think this just may be one of the best sandwiches I have ever had! We ordered and shared "The Hottie" and you can think of it as the spicy version of your chicken salad sandwich. We had it on Squaw bread and it was maybe 2 inches thick thanks to the generous amount of chicken, alfalfa and avocado. If you like spicy and a bit of a kick- order this! The flavors, quality, freshness and uniqueness of their menu have earned The Lunch Spot my 5 stars! Can't wait to return.

    Seasonal Berry Bliss salad while
    Natasha W.

    Wow! The Lunch Spot definitely had the feeling of being a local secret treasure since it is tucked in an industrial warehousing area. Don't let the location or size fool you, however. The front entrance is charming with its limited outdoor seating and sandwich board. Inside is quant and cozy. You'll order at the window and then find a seat. The food was super fresh! It was definitely representative of California fare. The service was incredibly helpful when it came to choosing the perfect meal. I finally settled on the seasonal Berry salad while my hubby chose the honey ham panini. We both washed it down with the blueberry lemonade. If you're in the Palm Desert area on vacation or just a round of golf, work this one into your schedule. You won't be disappointed.

    Daniel's best on squaw  blueberry lemonade
    christy a.

    First time here and I'm in love! I ordered the blueberry lemonade, which is fabulous and the Daniel's best on squaw bread delish

    Lenny B.

    Nice tucked-away spot with both indoor and outdoor seating. We were greeted with a smile, which is always a great start. The sandwiches were very good, fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. We'll definitely be adding this place to our rotation and look forward to coming back to try more. Thanks!

    #11 Love The Club
    Anali C.

    My hubby brought us home this for lunch today and it did not disappoint. We went by last Saturday but did not realize they are closed on the weekends and during the week they close at 3pm, that's the only bummer. But the Love club sandwich was so gooood! That garlic aioli just brings all the flavors to this sandwich, my favorite!! Daniel's best sandwich was also really good. The sandwiches are fresh, well made & packed down with plenty of meat. I will def be back to try this place, again & again... & again! :)

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    drinks are good but a little pricey. Also they take forever for food. It took 20 minutes for a wrap.

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    Is it possible to switch out breads on Door Dash?

    you'd have to try it through the app, if it gives you the option then yes. If no option then doubtful. Great bread there no matter, love this place.

    Is gluten free bread available?

    Yes, we offer gluten free bread.

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    First time trying this place and we Are not pizza fans, but…read moreordered "the works"And was highly impressed!! Really nice pizza! Staff was super friendly. Definitely recommend

    Was at an event near by and staying at a hotel near by and this was a local spot that popped up in…read morethe line up. Massive parking lot with tons of parking, we checked out menus at 5 or 6 near by spots and saw a worker from near eating from here. Simple straight forward mom and pop type shop. Typically, a place a would not get pastrami, asked the waiter and he said it was his favorite. Ok, now Im gonna have to try it. Mixed it up and did it Rueben style with house chips. Seriously one of the BEST pastrami sandwiches I have had. My wife had some and thought the same and my mom tried it and she was amazed. This lil spot knows how to make pastrami. and the House chips were pretty over the top too. 122 mile drive for us but might have to venture back for a great pastrami sandwich. Moms salad was also good, massive and we share it and still didnt finish it. Young lady came in and remembered this crew from way back too and that was cool to see. Lots of TVs, good amount of seating and great service. If your out for an event or lucky enough to be a local this spot is worth checking out and if you love pastrami its a MUST.

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