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The Yellow Deli

4.2 (2.6k reviews)
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Updated 1 month ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Classy
Good for groups

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Chipotle, chicken sandwich
Ki D.

Before I get into the food portion of this review I have to comment on the Ambience. It is the most serene eye catching nerve calming experience I have ever had at a Deli. I'm not just hamming it up. You will relish every moment at this deli. It has cozy nooks, upstairs balcony seats, WiFi. Lettuce wrap about the food. Deli-cious is an understatement. The chipotle chicken sandwich is a slice of perfection. The carrot cake is a must try along with the cheese pie with fruit. Go ahead make my deli yum! The servers got more layers than an Italian sub. They are definitely the heroes of the sandwich stories. Nice informative and helpful. Cheese the day and try it for yourself it's hamazing

Waffle and cream cheese pie
Christopher

This has to be the best dang waffle in all of North County. It's ridiculous. Pie was also absolutely fantastic. Asher was our server and he killed it. The atmosphere is super cozy and inviting and they even accommodated our stuff to study. Cannot wait to be back.

Ann V.

The Yellow Deli is a really cute cabin-like 2-storey restaurant. I've been there a few times for work-related meetings and always enjoyed my wholesome meals. I felt like I owe it to the Yelp Community to leave a review about my foodie experience. Recently, I ordered the juiciest breakfast sandwich I've ever had. I also tried their hot apple cider for the first time and loved it on this cloudy morning. I just wish the staff interacted with me more instead of me being the initiator.

Megan C.

Came here on a Thursday night to order takeout and it was pretty busy! If you've never visited the restaurant, the place itself is super cool and a nice place to sit down and get work done. Lots of cozy spots. The workers are also very friendly! I recommend calling in for to go to make things quicker. Got the pastrami sandwich and I thought it was okay- a bit greasy and soggy for me in my opinion, but still tasted good. It came with chips and a pickle as well. Size of the sandwich is quite small for $13. I'd say the ambiance of the place and the service is what makes up for the food. Will definitely be back to work and grab one of their lattes next time!

Evelyn R.

I loved my experience. The service was beyond pleasant and enjoyable. We loved watching the orders go up and down in the dumb waiter, such a cute vibe. I felt common serene here, and the food gave me the same feeling, nourishing, healthy, not overdone I ordered a soup off the menu which was pleasantly not over seasoned and very good on my pallet, we had just had a large breakfast so we didn't get to order a lot of things, but they gave me an amazing role alongside of my soup. I want to go back soon and sample all the other great things I saw on this menu. I would definitely go here, and I will be a repeat visitor.

spiral staircase
Sarah Q.

This place is fantastic! The ambiance is hard to beat, it has such an old folky vibe and the food is also pretty good. The aesthetic of this place made me feel like I was in the west it was wonderful! The staff were so friendly and kind and checked on us many times it was delightful! Service was also great there wasn't a long wait and the food came at a good time as well! This place would definitely be great for groups of friends looking to catch up and hang out!

Soup was decent, artisan bread was yummy!!! Can't wait to try more soups
Tia M.

Best waffle I've tasted and great maple syrup as well. They do all from scratch our server said. The wood work in the restaurant is very pretty. Oh and they have a lift! An elevator for handicap/wheelchair walkers etc. Doors were locked so we couldn't get in the restaurant from the elevator but my husband knocked for a bit and someone came and said no one told him we were coming up. Person downstairs said they were gonna meet us up there but never did. But we got in so no big deal. Hubby got soup and that day it was broccoli cheddar. It was ok. Not a repeat. That artisan bread though, so good!. Garden (veggie) burger with chips n pickle. Was soft not crispy. Ppl like then different ways. I prefer a crisp. Too much bread for the thin patty. Rest of ingredients were delish though. I'd skip the garden burger. PS, I'm a Mayo gal so I said no mustard but once I tasted the Mayo (seemed homemade so probably healthier but no flavor and oily) and the burger I'm like oh ok they knew what they were doing not putting the Mayo on the sandwich, it is listed on menu as coming with mustard and it is better with mustard not mayo so I didn't use the mayo but instead used mustard packages they gave me. Still not a repeat sandwich thought. Came with kettle chips and pickle or mini soup. The lady that helped us was so nice. Green drink was yummy. I chose orange for it. Came in plastic bottle and made with stevia it says. So heads up. But she said it was made on their farm. Didn't know the restaurant had a farm. Parking in front.

creamy cauliflower soup
Monica H.

The atmosphere ambience was quiet and able to talk to my guest. A beautiful building. Beautiful people that run this location. The service was very pleasant and helpful. I also ordered a cup of delicious coffee. The coffee was robust and normal. The coffee was very delicious and had a good body to it. Like a normal cup of coffee, it should be. The creamy cauliflower soup. Was excellent. With good chunks of cooked cauliflower. Amazing restaurant gotta check this location out. Very thankful. And very delicious bread . Thank you, yellow deli.

Molly B.

Yellow Deli is such a cozy spot. Warm vibe, super friendly people, and it just feels welcoming the second you walk in. The food is great across the board, but the chipotle chicken on the make-your-own sandwich is really good and worth getting. Nice place to sit, relax, and enjoy a meal without feeling rushed. Definitely a solid go-to.

Hot teas and desserts at The Yellow Deli.
Chan Y.

Yellow Deli is a charming mix of Winnie the Pooh, Thunder Mountain at Disneyland, and The Shire from Lord of the Rings. Really loved the cozy setting, and perfect place to come enjoy a hot tea and desserts. We had the French Pressed Rooibos and Mocha Mint Maté. Desserts pictured were Persimmon Pound Cake and Carrot Cake, both of which are great choices. Only downside was the service, our server only cared to ask for our order and bring us the check, for as fun an environment, could be more cordial.

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The carrot cake is the best! And I've eaten a lot of it, all over the USA! It's worth a trip anywhere within 50 miles.

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Food was amazing they had sandwiches, waffles and coffees 9/10 would definitely recommend

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Ask the Community - The Yellow Deli

Is it still run by a cult? The Twelve Tribes. No bueno.

Yes. The cult of which child abuse is a main tenet and who sweeps child sexual abuse under the rug. Simple google search will show you.

Do they still employ children?

No they just physically abuse them as part of their religion and their leaders sexually abuse them with no consequence.

Do they open on Christmas Dec 25th?

They are open thanksgiving as well as Christmas 2023

Does anyone know what type of wood they burn in the fire pits out front? It always smells amazzzzzzzzing

Usually it's Avocado wood

Do they have an allergen menu? I only saw notes about gluten but not dairy on their normal menu.

If you have any concerns just ask and adjustments can be made, info provided, or recommendations to suit your needs. They are very conscientious.

Is chicken on the ranch sandwich going to be back on the menu soon?

It's back. You gotta go get one!

Do they do takeout? I've never seen anybody or never asked.

Anything on their menu can be taken to go.

Is there WiFi?

Yes, they have free wifi. It's sometimes slow if it's crowded, but for the most part it's usable.

Is the patio dog friendly?

Yes. They allow dogs on the patio. I've seen many dogs and personally brought my two dogs for the front patio

How long does it typically take for to go orders?

Not that long they are fast with everything

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