39 Best Delis in Los Angeles

“Just had the best latke I've ever had, paired with the most memorable apple sauce, thick and spiced, almost jammy in texture...I'll be back just for those alone! The open faced bagel with lox and crispy salmon skin was also a win, and the server was super friendly. So glad I stopped by!“

“Love this concept, menu, and all the creative components. All the sandwiches sound delicious, I could’ve gotten the whole menu. As far as execution though, I felt the sandwiches could have had a little more balance to them. I got Jeff’s special, and although tasty, it was more cheese than pastrami and quite oily. I don’t have a problem with getting messy but every other aspect of the sandwich was getting overshadowed by the cheese. Not enough kraut to punch and not enough pastrami to feel like a proper Reuben. Wanted to give them another shot so I got another, the turkey salad sandwich, but after a half it just tasted like a chill cheese frito. I believe in you guys and am sure there’s other delicious stuff on the menu!! I just think the sandwiches are a little out of balance and maybe the owner needs to go back in there and see if procedures/amounts are being followed.“

“Real good 👍 the staff is very friendly“

“I’ve been here a few times now and have always found it lovely! Just had their River Market chicken salad sandwich today and it was delicious. They’re so friendly and accommodating and I appreciate the nice quiet atmosphere for conversation with a friend or enjoying a book.“

“Excellent bahn mi! Pictured is the classic cold cut sandwich that comes with a deliciously salty sauce on the side. The bread is the ideal texture of crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. If you love bahn mis, this place will not disappoint! The staff is also very friendly.“

“I travel all over the country, eating at fantastic restaurants, and I was extremely happy with everything we received, including the iced tea. This restaurant is a must-visit when you're in L.A.! Kudos! Delicious 😋“

“Why is a quality turkey sandwich so hard to find in LA? ghost sando, gjusta, ggiata never hit the spot.

Yet, everything about The Broadway is perfect. Banh mi like baguette bread, thinly cut turkey, and a sauce/seasoning combo that is actually perfect. Salty creamy with the best balance of veggies.

The only cold cut I’ll ever want and need.“

“BEST sandwich in LA hands down (I get the broadway), we have them at least once a week because we live close. Excellent customer service always. Not just great sandys but also fantasticly fresh shrimp salad and pasta's great too. They also have a unique selection of natural wine and beer. We love heights <3“

“Every moment. The location, staff, cleanliness, organization , but most definitely the food !!! See you there real soon. Livin that #volkxlyfe !!! Go lakers !!“

“Love Magee’s! The absolute best in meat, mashed potatoes, and gravy!“

“First time there. The food is a little pricey. I bought a steak sandwich with onion ring, fries and mozzarella stick inside the sandwich. It was good but it could have used more meat.
The service was good and the staff was friendly.
The seating could use lower tables for people who are handicapped. But it was a good experience.“

“Grand Central Market is fun and Wexlers was good.“

“Have been coming here since I was in my early 20’s but since moving away from the area have been craving it. I happened to be in the area and decided to stop and satisfy my craving. Got the 2 pastrami sandwich one for me and one for the Mrs who has never been here. I also got a brisket sandwich with the Cole slaw and potato salad and don’t forget the pickles. Just as I remembered them. All their bakery items sandwiches were delicious and the Mrs enjoyed it so much she ate hers and ate the other half of mine the next day. Definitely give them a try if in the area. Place is nice and staff friendly.“

“Stumbled upon this hidden gem on my morning walk and I’m so happy I made the stop. I followed everyone’s suggestions and got a salad. Great portion size, fresh ingredients and friendly staff. Definitely a spot to add to your bucket list!“

“Great sandwiches. Fresh ingredients.“

“First time there, the food was awesome and customer service was excellent.“

“CHICKEN PESTO PANINI AND SWEET POTATO FRIES...��� ���“

“Charming neighborhood deli with delicious home-style deli sandwiches, soups and salads made fresh. Everything is lovingly made and sandwiches are to preference. I ordered a veggie sandwich on pumpernickel and it was so tasty. My husband ordered a chipotle turkey sandwich and the chicken pozole soup. Devoured! The owner is super personable and it’s not surprising they’ve been in business over 20 years. You got a new customer in me Olive It!

Vegetarian options: Ask for vege options. I don’t know about vegan however.

Parking: Found street parking easily“

“I forgot my breakfast and really wanted a yummy breakfast burrito. I am very picky and sometimes I can't find a breakfast burrito I like. And then I found this place. Wow, this breakfast burrito is one of the BEST I have tasted in LA. It's so so yummy and it's portioned perfectly. I will 1000% be coming back. The man behind the counter was so sweet, I love having a place I can rely on close to my job. Thank you for making my morning so yummy!!!“

“NOTE: 75 cents surcharge for entrees containing eggs due to the egg shortage

Budget lunch options in Sawtelle are hard to come by. At NY Bagel and Deli, you can get a good old fashion new york style bagel for less than $10 (including an add on and the egg surcharge). Their bagels seemed to be made in house. I found their everything bagel to be delicious! It was very filling as well.

I came later around 1pm and they ran out of hashbrowns. Hoping they have hashbrowns the next time I visit!“

“My wife has her own sandwich which is a Michelle sandwich turkey, provolone, easy on the mayo and mustard with avocado on toasted Italian roll, just ask for a Michelle they know what it consists of with a bag of chips and pelegrino pamogranit and tangerine try it you'll like it and tell them Michelle sent you thank you and bon a petite ?.“

“A friend of mine brought me here. I live so close and regret not coming here sooner. Their daily special with Shish Kebab was excellent. Can't wait to bring more friends for a quick lunch. They have seating with Cafe tables hidden in the back.“

“This place is a real hot spot in you’re on the west side of town. They’re know for the breakfast options but the lunch items are just as good. The menu is very large but easy to read as they break down everything into categories. If you can order online, I would but you don’t have to unless you around 15 minutes to wait on your order to which it is cooked to order. Anything you get will be great in taste. I always order a chicken option and they’re always made to perfection. I would definitely recommend going to this place.“

“The best affordable sandwiches you'll ever find. Nice hidden gem in the community that provides really great quality in their sandwiches. I recommend #2 and #3. The portions are very decent for the price one sandwich can be split for 2ppl. Staff is always attentive and polite.“

“Grade A (95): St Vincent Deli, is my favorite restaurant in the alley. I can't believe how much food comes out of this tiny little restaurant. They have Shawerma (gyros style) but tastes amazing. They have fresh home made food as a feature every day. I specially love Thursdays (Kufteh) which is ground beef kebab in small finger like shape in tomato sauce and fries (delicious). The alley is an Historic and cozy Alley with hidden gems as restaurants.“

“The convenience store had a fantastic array of fresh produce and essential toiletries. The staff was incredibly helpful, guiding me through the aisles with a smile. The cleanliness and organization of the store were impeccable. It's evident they prioritize quality products for their customers. Despite the top-notch quality, the prices were surprisingly reasonable, making it a go-to spot for my daily essentials. A definite recommendation for anyone seeking convenience without compromising on quality.“

“My wife and I shared a smoked turkey, cheese and avocado sandwich and it was plenty for a late lunch and the bread was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, my wife enjoyed the lentil soup also. we shall return when in the area.“

“They are so sweet. Always make my breakfast just the way I like it and coffee fresh every Morning. There is a place to sit and eat or to get some work done. Quiet peaceful shop. If your are shopping in the jewelry district early morning this is a great place to check out. Enjoy! :)#jaenote“

“I tried this place for lunch since I was looking for something new that also wasn't so heavy like other items around the area are. I chose this place because the of the reviews and also their menu. It seems all over the place since it goes from wraps, to sandwiches, sushi rolls, poke, smoothies, ice blended drinks, and even boba!

I ordered the chicken wrap for lunch and chose a side of potato salad. You have three options, which are fries, salad or potato salad. I'll try the other two the next time, maybe with a sandwich. The chicken wrap, I assumed, I was going to receive cold. To my surprise it was warm and that's because it comes with freshly grilled chicken. The chicken was juicy, flavorful, and surrounded by crisp veggies. It also had like a ranch sauce or caesar dressing sauce or similar. But it all worked out well together.

The potato salad was just okay, and it was nothing amazing. It had a decent flavor. Personally, I would not order this item again as it could have been better.

The ice blended coffee was great. Exactly what I had expected from an ice blended beverage. Nothing amazing and I would order it again, but this time in a larger size for me.

Overall, this place was much better than I had expected, and it does deserve it's rating as the food was packaged neatly, looked great and tasted great. I will definitely be coming back to this place to try their other items. The place is nice and the prices are more than fair and inexpensive.“

“Great food, great service, wonderful atmosphere!!!“

“I stopped in here for the first time today and am very happy I did! I am from New York where we always stopped at Katz. I would say they are a tad bit over priced, but we are in Cali, not much to expect lol. They made it up by how well my bagel was made and how much my partner enjoyed their Ruben. I do think the Super Ruben had a great amount of meat on it and was prepared very well ! I think this was a well worth stop, and if we were ever in a sandwich mood again, I would order here !
Hope everyone gets to check them out, they were very friendly and know what they’re doing !“

“1 review? How is there only 1 review for this place? Are you kidding me? The best food truck in DTLA plus a brick and mortar to go with it!!! The BEST smoothies in Los Angeles. Period. The smoothie guy is a lil grumpy but that's okay. The food truck ladies are so beautiful and polite and talented chefs, what more could you ask for? 1 review? Come on LA, show your love. This place is always busy so I'm not sure why only 1 review. Check them out for sure. Grab that mango spinage smoothie, oh boy!!!!“

“I came by early in the morning with a request and the employee - Elza, Eliza? - was so nice about it that I returned in the afternoon to try the fish tacos. Realllyyy good fish taco, the salsa was amazing, the cabbage was crisp. Would definitely come back to try the shrimp tacos. Give Elsa a raise, she is nice and gives great service.

In regards to the star rating I gave, I gave four stars because the prices for other items were really high. The tacos were well priced, but I was interested in trying the veggie burger in the future and saw that they were charging $18 and some change. I know it’s DTLA but those are some sit down and have a waiter come to you prices. I’ll still consider coming by for a taco, but I’ll skip on anything larger.“

“Самое лучшее место в ЛА у Кости“

“Nice outdoor dining and the food was good“

“We had several amazing experiences at this place. We ended up going several times. Food was great as well as the wait staff and I got to talk to the owner for a long while Thursday as I asked her we could hang out a bit after lunch while waiting to go to the airport!! We were on an 8 day trip and are there FOUR times. The atmosphere is wonderful but the food is amazing.“