I have been coming here on and off for the past decade and I just had it for the first time in over 5 years and it was better than I remembered it to be! They have the best sandwiches ever. The chicken on the ranch is my go-to. The ambiance is the best part. It feels like I got transported into the hobbit. This place is open about 24 hours a day making it great if you want to study or relax. I love how the ingredients are simple and fresh. The service is also great as the guy working at the tea bar was super friendly. 1000000/10 I would highly recommend. read more

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Unfortunately, we didn't even get the chance to try the food. We came in as a party of 6 and were already feeling a little discouraged by the wait time, but what ultimately made us leave was how we were treated. Our interaction left us feeling unwelcome and discriminated against, and at that point we decided we would rather take our business somewhere else. It's disappointing because I was genuinely looking forward to trying Yellow Yeli and would have loved to give the food a fair chance. However, the experience we had before even being seated was enough for us to leave. Maybe the food is great, but personally, I wouldn't bother wasting my time trying again. There are too many other places where a party of 6 can feel welcomed and appreciated from the moment they walk in. read more

Just outstanding! Everything was exceptional--from the friendly service and welcoming host to the beautiful location and the restaurant itself. You can truly see the love, care, and attention that goes into every dish and its presentation. Wow! Highly recommended. read more

Since the place we planned on having lunch was closed, we decided to go to Yellow Deli. I haven't been in years. We asked to sit outside and the host chose the small balcony just above the entrance, which was perfect! I had the poached eggs which were a bit overcooked, really not a problem. The spelt bread was too heavily buttered. My friend built her own sandwich. We go to lunch every month and spend hours catching up, Yellow Deli is perfect for this. Our server was sweet and checked in on us at the right intervals. We got dessert to go, my carrot cake was very good. Definitely on the rotation to come back for a marathon lunch. Works perfectly since we go during the week since Yellow Deli is closed much of the weekend. read more

Just ate here with my mom. I've been here before a long time ago. We shared the Ruben and the large chili. Both were very good. Lots of flavor in both and perfect ratios of ingredients. The Asiago bread was delicious and love that it was made fresh there. I didn't feel heavy after eating. We got the carrot cake and that was yummy. Even went to the store next door and checked it out. Saw the beautiful wild Alaskan salmon and finding out they caught it themselves had to get some. Looking forward to going back sometime. Very clean, friendly, interesting vibe. Outdoor seating was super chill and peaceful. read more

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This place feels like a deep exhale. Calm, peaceful, and unhurried. The kind of spot where you naturally slow down and actually enjoy being there. The food tastes genuinely homemade and wholesome, like real care went into every step. I was a little worried the Deli Rose sandwich might be heavy, but it was absolute perfection. Rich, balanced, and incredibly satisfying without weighing you down. The chips are freshly made and so crispy and delicious, the kind you keep reaching for. The iced green mate is grown and prepared by them and is smooth, refreshing, and genuinely calming. You can taste the intention behind everything, from the house made breads to the home grown vegetables and simple, wholesome ingredients that let the food shine. There is a religious or communal aspect behind The Yellow Deli, and I do not claim to know or understand all of it, nor do I need to. What I do love and admire is the home grown, homemade, back to nature feel of their community and how much of that care and love clearly shows up in the food, the space, and the overall experience. This is not a loud or rushed deli. It is a place to sit, linger, and enjoy. The patio is charming, the yellow building is iconic, and the service is warm and kind. You can tell the people here truly love what they do, and it shows. read more

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Sandwich was so good, the strawberry smoothie was nice too. The atmosphere is beautiful, so artistic and nature immersed. We will be back often! read more

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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 read more

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We did not expect to wander into a Magical place like The Yellow Deli today for lunch. We sat on the patio and it was lovely. The food was absolute perfection! The service was fast and super helpful and informative. We were new so he spent time telling us all about The Yellow Deli. The food was locally grown, healthy and the portion sizes were perfection. The inside was like a fairytale come to life. You have to see it in person to appreciate its unique charm. We will be back and often. read more

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We drove up from downtown SD and loved this place!! The food was super flavorful and the ambience was reminiscent of our youth. Staff were pretty friendly, although a bit reserved ;) I don't know anything about their founding but I know their food was delicious and we'll be back. Pretty to sit inside or outside. Plenty of meat options but as vegetarians we were happy to have some good vegetarian choices!! read more

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My book club meets here for dinner often. Mostly because they are open 24 hours and when us girls get together, time flies! Their food is pretty good. I wish there were more options as I get the same thing everytime. The country ranch with chips and a slice of wheat sourdough. Nothing else really appeals to me. I also would love more side options other than chips or coleslaw. Fries would be a great addition! The service and atmosphere is usually a little odd. But this restaurant is known for that. I can try to overlook the oddness but sometimes the service is VERY slow. It takes like 15-20 minutes for a simple request. I can say that, all the times we have sat outside in the patio, the service has been better than when sitting inside. I do like the price point of the food and that this location is right next to the big parking lot in vista village. It makes it very convent and I'm sure we will keep coming back because of this. read more

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. read more

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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! read more

The Yellow Deli - Sandwiches Near Me - Vista, California

My boyfriend refers to the yellow deli as " the best place on earth ", and I couldn't agree more. All of their food tastes so fresh and flavorful, even their root beer is the best I've ever had. The interior is charming and very comfortable, like a deluxe woodland cabin. read more

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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. read more

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Okay, but I mean this place has like the best sandwiches ever though. To back it up, this location of the Yellow Deli is over in downtown Vista. There's street parking and a decently sized parking lot right next to it. It's open 24-hours on Monday through Thursday. It closes at 3 pm on Friday and reopens at noon on Sunday. So mostly very convenient hours except the one time I tried to have lunch here on a Saturday. You see a lot of people randomly study here. It's very cute restaurant. It's also decently large with seating downstairs, upstairs and outside. It has a cozy, sort of rustic feel to it and music to match with it. All their food tastes very fresh. Their bread is amazing and their drinks are great too. The service can be kind of slow which I think is the main thing that weighs it down. They're pretty friendly though. It's a pretty interesting vibe all things considered. IYKYK. It's definitely a place I'd go with a friend to have a good sandwich. read more

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! read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

The Yellow Deli - Waffle and cream cheese pie - Sandwiches Near Me - Vista, California

This place is wonderful. Stepping in here is like traveling back to a much more simple and peaceful time. It's beautiful here. Both the decor and architecture will leave you in awe as you take in each room and its unique atmosphere. The staff has always been friendly and professional. The food has been a bit of a hit and miss but I eventually found some items that have been pretty good consistently. I love the vibes of this place more than the menu personally but recommend it to anyone. It's a truly unique place to visit at least once! Chicken on the Ranch sandwich is my favorite. Has chipotle chicken, havarti cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, mayo, their Special Spicy Sauce, feta ranch spread on a kaiser roll. I've also tried the Vista Way Chicken Sandwich and the Reuben. Those were decent. The egg and cheese breakfast sandwich is simple and tasty. The egg has a nice fluffy texture and the cheese comes melted on a perfectly toasted bun. Mango mate drink is delicious! Chili isn't my fave. Has beans which I don't like and a chunks of tomatoes which makes it a bit sweet rather than savory. Waffles here are pretty good. read more

Do not come here if you're hungry. No matter the day or time the service just goes at its own pace. The food though is great. I always get the Ruben and the chili. It's a very unique and quirky spot. Love all the wood. Getting a spot by the open fireplace is always my fav especially on cold nights. read more

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. read more

The Yellow Deli - Hot teas and desserts at The Yellow Deli. - Sandwiches Near Me - Vista, California

My friend took me here on my visit to San Diego as a surprise! It's definitely an experience and good to know the history of this place as well. The service low-key veryyy slow but the sandwiches are surprisingly quite good! The interior also is very unique and has tavern vibes. Also Peace Patience Kindness (if you know you know) definitely try this place out at least once! read more

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An interesting experience.... food was good (tried twice with two different salads) and the service was really good - loved the table service where servers gave their attention to my needs. The design of the place is interesting.... would go there again and again. read more

The service, food and ambiance was excellent. Plenty of parking and the store attached to the restaurant was unique and very nicely decorated. I purchased high quality flour, delicious sourdough and local honey. read more

Quality, organic food in a quaint atmosphere in the heart of downtown's Vista. Its uniqueness is best explained by experience firsthand. A must try. read more

We enjoyed our visit. Very relaxing and peaceful which I feel adds to the food. Allows you to slow down and enjoy it. Everything is fresh, and service is great. read more

Never had better cult- I mean, customer service here. Waitress was incredibly kind. Lots of prolonged eye contact and smiling, which is only unsettling if you let it get to you. Man buns galore, so if that's ur thing. Sandwich was kind of funny tasting. Stairs are cool. read more

I have been a long standing (decade+) customer and wish I had found The Yellow Deli sooner. All urban legend aside, the atmosphere, the food, and the kindness are what keep me coming back. They bake their own bread! The sandwiches are incredible. My mom loves the classic Rueben, my daughter eats the Breakfast Sandwich with Pastrami that is sooo unctuous, and even though I'm omnivorous, I'm all about the Yellow Submarine (amazing bread, spread of the day, lettuce, sprouts, tomatoes, yellow peppers, and onions; usually with house made chips on the side and a pickle, but you can ask for veggies instead of chips- which veggies vary per day, but that's maximum vegetarian goodness on one plate). The fruit and nut salad is a go to every time (comes with a slice of walnut bread). Even if I don't eat it there, I almost always take one to go. We regularly order the chili (comes with a sort of sourdough slice of bread). The star of my show is The Deli Waffle with fruit. I literally crave it all the time. I will even eat the waffle at the same time as the chili. It's so delicious. I love the poached eggs (comes with wheat toast and jam and usually some tomatoes). Ask what the muffin of the day is. They are all good, but it's a rule: If it's raspberry, we have to get it. The food is soooo good. I promise. It's not a coffee house. They specialize in Maté, and if you like murky, bog water maté like I do, order the iced green maté- one for here and one to go. The hot apple cider is delicious with a sprinkle of cinnamon on it. If you consume dairy and enjoy bananas, get the banana milk. It is perfection. I have to let you know that if you don't want real butter you have to tell them because they butter the bread and waffle for you. I can't get enough. AND if you are ordering to go, order it at the same time as your dine in food for timing purposes. Onto atmosphere..... give me more! Macrame, apple baskets as light fixtures, rustic wood, a hand pulled dumbwaiter to bring food upstairs from the kitchen, fireplaces and fire pits with real wood, spiral staircase (and ADA elevator), a soundtrack like Disney's Frontierland. The staff are so kind. I will suggest you to eat a snack before you go. This is slow food and that is part of the charm. No one is in a hurry there except maybe you. This is not a space meant for large parties. I would say their largest organically shaped booth could seat 5-6 comfortably. No reservations. The Yellow Deli closes at 3pm on Friday, is not open on Saturday, and reopens at noon on Sunday. They are open noon to 1am on Sunday. Mon-Thurs 7am to 1am. Friday 7am to 3pm They also close for their religious holidays and festivals. If you have heard it's a cult, fine. But go see for yourself. Google it for that matter. There are over 30 locations worldwide. They are a community. I appreciate them for the magic, wholesome food they provide. There are pamphlets throughout the restaurant explaining their beliefs. There are murals with origin stories. I have never felt pressured by any member of The Twelve Tribes. However, if religion is cringe to you, please just allow the people who appreciate them to enjoy a loving meal without opinion. The vibe is perfect as it is. Here are some photos; mostly of my waffles. Call ahead if you're not local because sometimes the gates are closed. They will have a recording to let you know. Enjoy. read more

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Oh boy... Where do I even start? If you know me, you know I somehow always end up discovering the organic, holistic gems that feel like they were hiding in plain sight. This place? A total find -- and turns out they have multiple locations, which means this is just the beginning. We tried the green tea chai, and wow... it was smooth, earthy, and surprisingly addictive. The breakfast sandwich was delicious -- like, genuinely satisfying without trying too hard. Then came the ginger cookie -- OMG. Soft, spicy, and just the right amount of sweet. And the spinach quiche? Light, flavorful, and comforting in that slow-Sunday-morning kind of way. We wanted to go back for more, but they closed at 3PM, which was the only sad part of the whole experience. The kind of place you wish stayed open just a little longer because everything on the menu tastes like it's made with purpose. read more

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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. read more

The Yellow Deli - creamy cauliflower soup - Sandwiches Near Me - Vista, California

It was perfect. The food was amazing and the entire restraint looked medical. I wish I had learned about this early to come there every day for beakers lunch and dinner read more

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. read more

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Great food...great service. We had the ruben...the soup...and a salad.. All were yummy. read more

I came here for the first time the other day and unfortunately didn't have the best experience. My friend and I came to study so naturally we had our backpacks and appropriate technology. They were friendly enough upon arrival and the place seemed pretty clean throughout. The ambience was also cute with lots of places to sit outside in the shade. We had just ordered two drinks. When the server came to deliver our drinks she was carrying a tray of maybe around 6 drinks total, I'm assuming for the table next to us as well. However she tried to place the full tray on our table and tilted the tray as she was doing this and a hibiscus mate tea spilled all over me, my backpack, my phone and other technology that was on the table. Thankfully, my laptop and iPad were pretty much spared and I was able to clean my backpack because it was leather. But my phone was drenched and I had to walk around with a sticky foot the rest of the day. The restaurant staff cleaned the mess and apologized but I just can't give a good rating because it was just really unpleasant regardless. I hope the staff can get more training or how to maneuver with trays and maybe learn not to attempt to place a tray full of drinks on a table that has thousands of dollars worth of technology. It could have been worse but also just completely avoided with more training. Sadly, my phone isn't functioning as well as it used to with distorted audio. In the end, the drinks were just okay. I likely will not be back. read more

I always love coming to this quaint cozy little spot in the heart of vista. You'll be taken back by the comfortable atmosphere, friendly greetings and healthy comfort foods. I love their rotations on soups, they have outstanding bread that comes with it. Sandwiches are a stable and the Ruben is my favorite. Lastly, they have a persimmon smoothie that is my usual desert. Service is always quick and responsive. They take great care of their guests. Enjoy! read more

Absolutely delicious food. Ordered the Deli Rose sandwich and it was delicious and perfectly portioned. Food does take a bit longer here but it's so worth it. The ambiance is so nice here and there's comfortable seating both inside and outside. read more

I was brought here by my grandma originally, and I have been coming here ever since. I'm hooked! The food is absolutely delicious, the vibes are tavern meets hippie. I have mad respect for the iron and woodworking skills that went into crafting the entire building. Props for having gluten free bread - and it's actually delicious! My boyfriend (not celiac) tried the GF bread and actually prefers that to the regular bread, so he gets the GF one! It can take a hot minute to get your order and the check, but it's honestly such a vibe that you may enjoy the ambiance and your company (if you brought some). The food is always phenomenal, and the staff are polite. This is one of my favorite places for a good high-quality comfort food, especially during a rainy day with a good book. read more

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I LOVE the food at Yellow Deli!!!! This is the kind of place you go once and then always crave. A co worker mentioned it to me weeks ago and then, it was all I could think about. It was my first time back in over 4 years, but I will say, this place has always stuck with me. It's unique, and the food is FRESH. Like fresh off their own farm fresh. This visit, I ordered the Deli Rose (toss up between this, and the Reuben) and a bowl of chili, and a mug of root beer which comes with an icy cold mug. (We were in early afternoon on a week day) from what I understand they sometimes run out of the chili) We also ordered a basket of chips as a starter. Chips are fresh made. You have two options for chili, a cup or a bowl. The BOWL is served with a small loaf of fresh baked Jalapeño bread and butter. (Please keep in mind this chili is LOADED with tender beef, big chunks) From my experience the service has been kind. Not over the top, but kind. Not FAST but not to complain about because the food is so fresh. They keep it simple. Do not go here if you expect extravagant service: not the place for you. If you do some research on the building these folks, they built EVERYTHING themselves, wood work, iron work, EVERYTHING. Please do not judge them on their beliefs!!! This is a common comment I'm noticing. Live and let live. Their food is BOMB. Thank you Yellow Deli for your peaceful environment and your amazing fresh cooked food. You have a supporter of your restaurant for life. read more

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We love the Yellow Deli! I grew up visiting them at their Vista home and have been going to the deli since they opened in 2010. I grew up going there from studying to dates to family gatherings, it has always been a safe place to have an enjoyable time and yummy food! The service can be on the slower side, but the wait is always worth it for the food! The customer service is usually kind and gracious! We always recommend people stopping here if they haven't already! My ideal meal (for now) has been chicken on the ranch or the garden burger - side chef salad with a strawberry smoothie with a cheesecake with strawberries to finish. I wish I could eat all of that in one sitting, it's that good!! read more