50 Best Delis in San Francisco

“Best selection of non alcoholic drinks out there“

“Amazing sandwich for lunchtime, the pasta salad and prepped deli items were incredible and fresh made. This was a great find when we needed to grab a sandwich and head to the beach for the day. They also have a great fresh meat selection if you’re picking up items to take home and cook, plus a selection of Italian pastas, cookies, chips, etc. The staff are so kind and welcoming, and a small local business. If I lived in this neighborhood, I’d be here all the time!“

“Simply THE best deli in SF!!“

“Great place to visit sit and relax the sandwich and wine was fantastic and a perfect meal. The crew were very nice people. I highly recommend“

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“Chicken and Bacon ranch wrap.😍“

“The sandwiches are on another level here at M Stop Deli. Stooped by with the family on a recent trip to the city. Small little deli with a few tables to sit and eat. It was busy when we were there but line moves fast. Workers were super nice . Halal sandwiches were great!“

“A true San Francisco treat. Wonderful staff and delicious sandwiches.“

“We had Rompiballe Sandwich and The Milanese Sandwich. Our favorite one was The Milanese Sandwich even if both sandwiches were very tasty. It was very fresh and we liked the harmony of ingredients. Service was fast and we didn’t have a difficulty finding a table. I felt like I was in a nice sandwich shop in Firenze. Thank you!“

“This was an incredible experience, the sandwiches were soooo good. You can tell the quality is superb. The deli also has a cute cafe inside where they serve really nice drinks (matcha, coffee, etc) with several syrup/flavor options, some of which are seasonal. The deli is also a super close walk to Alamo square and the painted ladies, which elevates the experience.“

“This is one of my favorite spots in the city!
Great paninis for lunch, amazing cheese , cold cuts and many more delicious products.
Everyone working here is really nice.
Definitely worth visiting whenever you’re in Potrero Hill.“

“I was in the Haight looking at all the nincompoops and weirdos when I suddenly got the urge to eat! Then I remembered...Hell, I'm on Haight street...if I walk into a restaurant down here they'll spit on my food for sure! Ahhhhhh ..then I realized I could go to Amal's Deli and Market where the customers are treated with respect and honesty no matter who they are, even us conservatives! And besides..the food is Amazing!
5 stars all day long. ☆☆☆☆☆“

“Great job Nice people Excellent service“

“Straight fire. I got the city girl on dutch, no mayo. Great vibes. Seriously. Just go.

I dont even live by here, but I'll definitely be finding excuses to stop by!

And they have hella Tony's chocolate flavors! 🍫“

“When your establishment is named Deli Man, you better excel at deli items. This little shop did not disappoint. Amazing sandwiches, amazing salads, and welcoming staff. The ambiance is corner store vibe, but the personalized quick service and decent pricing make it a must-visit. I look forward to returning when tri tip and other grill items return or sooner!“

“Took it next door to the bird that mocks tequila. Got the muffaletta. Definitive spicy. I was warned, and the warning was justified.
But I like spicy.

All together delicious we'll definitely return multiple times.

In fact I already have.“

“North beach Italian sandwiches and Italian deli items.“

“I’ve been coming here for years. 30 Ordered my usual burrito I am so sad to say This is the third time this has happened And have heard others complain lately too But the portion of meat given to me was so hard and dry I couldn’t eat it The food was barely warm Not sure if cook had a bad day or what And the price just since I last ordered went up Another $3 I’m so disappointed I never see bad reviews But sorry amigos This was not good“

“I had the pleasure of stopping by Clancey's Market after reading great reviews about their sandwiches. We were politely greeted, and while our sandwiches were made we were permitted to shop around. Our sandwiches were delicious and also packaged up and delivered to us at their outdoor tables. Great food. Great service. Can't wait to come back.“

“You may not want to leave.
Really, really great sandwiches, indoor and out door seating, lots of snack options, and an impressive wine selection. Peter is great, super nice, and extremely engaging. Just a charming and delicious neighborhood fixture!“

“I work in this neighborhood and love this place. The sandwiches are always on point. the prices are good and the staff is very welcoming and nice. BLT is a pretty simple sandwich but I am a snob when it comes to a BLT. Theirs was perfect, just how I ordered and everything was perfect.“

“One of our routine stops in the morning before hitting the job site. The challah scramble with some added hot links is a go to, same for the hot link croissant. Great drink selection.
Breakfast and lunch - nice variety of choices 🤙🏼“

“Looking around for a veggie sandwich and was pleasantly surprised! I don’t often eat from delis so not familiar with the corner store deli sandwich variety.
But well good sandwich. I did not get a photo because I ate it so quickly. I got the veggie on Dutch crunch they don’t have a vegan meat to add on but it wasn’t missed. I would get the same sandwich again.“

“I got the California as I usually do. It's so good hot and so juicy. Highly recommend coming here“

“the best sandwich in town“

“🤩Hands the down the best sausage and bacon anywhere!!!“

“November 2025:
Came here for lunch and shared a clubber sandwich and the spicy tuna salad 🥗. Both were very tasty.

The clubber is a huge sandwich with lots of turkey, bacon on a soft ciabatta roll. Would definitely get this again.

Salad had a large variety of ingredients. Miso ginger vinaigrette dressing was excellent 👍. Tuna tartare was tasty 😋. Would also get this delicious salad again.

Also took the smores rice crispy snacks. They were a bit stale 😢. Would not get this again.

Overall, liked my sandwich and salad 🥗. Would come back for more delicious food.“

“A must go to while in San Francisco. Best sandwiches and liquor selection. ❤“

“I have the chicken Parmesan sandwich yesterday for dinner and it was a little more deconstructed than what I had expected but it was literally one of the best sandwiches I've ever had in my entire life“

“I LOVE this neighborhood gem. Not only do they make delicious, fresh sandwiches, yummy piroshkis and other deli staples the family that runs the place are just lovely; friendly, warm and helpful to a person. This is the kind of small business we should all be supporting more, me included!!! Go to Rossi's and enjoy the food, the drinks and the vibe.“

“This awesome establishment is located in Union Square not the Financial District.“

“A story of three friends including one focused on how Food ties into social interaction and cultural understanding Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen began in 2010, their expansion from The Mission flagship all the way down to Culver City thanks to “California-inspired Jewish deli food with roots in tradition and an eye on the future; for Jews who like food and food lovers who like Jews.” Founded by Evan Bloom, Ari Bloom and Leo Beckerman, each bringing unique skills to an operation focused on making nearly everything in-house, it was minutes after 9:00am on Christmas Day that the Deli on 24th Street was found quiet, the lack of queue seeing everything served within ten minutes at prices far below the Bay Area average. Using good ingredients, natural Beef Pastrami with complex spicing layered between real Jewish Rye just $15.50 with a Kosher Pickle, guests are also encouraged to order Matzo Ball Soup with a big Dumpling floating in Broth laced with Dill. No Babka on this morning, all of it committed to pre-orders, 72% Bittersweet Guittard Chocolate instead finds itself suspended in Cookies with flakes of Salt while Rugelach for $2 a bite is fairly basic considering the rest. Not forgetting a Bagel, well made with a good skin and plenty of chew, Cream Cheese comes complimentary just as good Butter, real Maple Syrup and Jam do with Challah French Toast cooked golden but still custardy in the middle.“

“Semi truckers!RDM is in 2nd building, the one in front of what map shows. Delivery dock in back of the building. You have to figure out how to get to the back side because the entrance is curved in a ONE WAY fashion. Fast and easy unload. Smiling faces“

“My go-to sandwich spot in this airport for years - and the only airport sandwich spot I always look forward to going to. They’re quick, you get to choose your ingredients, and if you ask for avocado, because it’s California, they give you lots of nice fresh avocado. I think I’ll go there now!“

“Our post-wedding WiseSons Sunday catered brunch in our home exceeded all expectations.

Two assigned staff, Zane and Vincent, showed up on time, set up the entire brunch to perfection, kept everything running so smoothly, tidied up, replenished so that we could be 100% present to our 70 guests.

There were probably more instances than I can name where they went above and beyond, so I will only describe one.

I thought I had ordered vegan cream cheese for our handful of vegan guests, but I must have forgotten to put it in the order. They saw a few avocados in the kitchen and (this was all their idea after first offering to go out and buy some vegan cream cheese) they whipped up a guacamole for our vegan guests to spread on their bagels!

We love that you provided your own waste and composting (our bins are overflowing from this past week of festivity) and that when they left the house, everything that could be stored in the fridge was stored and there was no sign they were ever even here. The kitchen was spotless! We had great Wise Sons leftovers the day after (this morning). We are thrilled that we hired Wise Sons to cater our brunch and would do it again. Highly recommend!“

“I stayed at a hotel up the street and stopped in here for a great affordable breakfast. The egg and cheese bagel sandwich was tasty with a generous amount of melted cheddar cheese- yum!

They also have sandwiches, coffee, and milk tea. They have a few provisions too like drinks, candy, and chips.“

“Lived near this place for years and it has always been a reliable and welcoming place. Many mid-day refreshments and late night snacks have been bought here, and I will always keep coming back. Love this market and everyone who works there!“

“blueberry pancakes are great“

“I've always had great sandwiches from here. The place looks unassuming, but the ingredients are always top-notch. Fresh and tasty. I just devoured a chicken pesto sandwich. Big, thick slices of chicken, really good pesto and fresh lettuce, tomatoes and red onion -- all nicely warmed up on toasted bread.“

“We both orders omlettes and didn’t realise it was egg whites rather than the yolks but it was fine I really enjoyed them tho my husband said they were ok. Coffee was great too and the service was so good , it’s definetly worth a visit as prices are reasonable too. Staff are also very friendly“

“Great little spot in North Beach. The gelato selection and quality is top notch, and their pistachio cannoli are awesome every time.“

“I don't buy a lot of deli food, but City's Choice is an exception. I have become fond of their turkey sandwiches, and usually order one when I visit a friend at his work for lunch. The ingredients always taste fresh, and the couple that runs the shop are efficient. It doesn't hurt that their prices on sandwiches are the best in the neighborhood.“

“Best Samwhices in Sf. I love the BLT pesto instead of mustard and mayo. Add on all the fun extras at no charge. Olives, spinach, red onion, peprocinis jalepenos. Toasted Sourdough. Unbeatable BLT. Lovely Staff. Super freindly . Make you feel like family. Lots of snacks and beverages. The go to if you have to go to sf General.“

“They have great burgers and other delightful sandwiches....“

“A very nice clean store and deli, really loved the variety of salads in the deli. Being on vacation and eating mostly at restaurants it is a refreshing food option for lunch that if you choose right can be a little healthier. Nice guys behind counter, a must stop if I am staying in this area.“

“Made to order deli sandwiches. I really enjoyed my Embarcadero chicken sandwich and chips combo. There was a huge line so I scanned the QR code and ordered online. My food was ready well before the time it would have taken for me to get to the front of the line.

Generous amount of cheese in the sandwich.“

“First timer. My Bf brought me there today to clear are heads from the fires since we live up north, near Windsor. I had the North Beach add bacon, no mustard. Best sandwich I've atr and have leftovers for dinner. BF had the The Big One Breakfast Burrito.. yummy to all“

“really good bagels, lots of flavor and texture“

“really good bagels, lots of flavor and texture“