Note: Handy Deli posted hours for the store and for the Deli counter. The Deli Counter wraps up earlier, and the store with wine, beer, liquor & healthy drinks options remains open into the wee hours of the morning on most days.Street parking on Irving Street.Dietary restrictions: Check out the menu and specify dietary needs when you order!Kid-friendliness: Handy Deli welcomes families and works hard to have kids enjoy the experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: North Beach Sandwich
Russell
Genuinely fantastic beer selection. Pricing wasn't particularly clear to me, nor was it clear which beers you could buy individually and which came as a pack. Regardless, I highly recommend this place if you are searching for a good range of beers, including many different styles.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mono L.
Good sandwich. Friendly people. Store has everything.Good place to grab everything you need.
jane d.
johnson makes the sandwiches !!!!!!!!!!!! they're so yu yum yum yimyummy !! johnson makes the sandwiches !!!!!!!!!!!! they're so yu yu yum yum yimyummy !!
Rose B.
Got a meatball sub minus the usual onions and mushrooms 'cause I don't like onions and mushrooms. I enjoyed the sub. They offered green bell pepper. I accepted. I might have preferred the pepper be diced and totally un-cooked. I feared the saute of the pepper would make it too soft for my preference. But I did not bother to decline the saute treatment on the pepper. No problem. The saute treatment was very mild and did not soften the pepper. I still would have preferred it diced. But the slicing was still acceptable. Still a pleasant sandwich.
LEON T
The person in charge late night, Davis his name was, at the very last minutes till closing time was so humble And patient with me! He is a cxery nice employee! Great vibes! I will definitely come back anytime! Excellent service!!!???? David! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
hoyum gong
Good sandwich!I love the bread they use!
Sandy P.
Flavorful sandwiches, and friendly service. Your sandwich is prepared with tender loving care. Expect to wait a few minutes. Watch him cook your roast beef.
B A.
I've been ordering the same breakfast sandwich here for years. Great food and friendly service. Recently they changed the menu and no longer offer that particular sandwich, but the person working there made a great rendition of it based on my description. Looking forward to future sandwiches.
Katie R.
Came across Handy Deli on Yelp while looking for sandwiches near Golden Gate Park, and I'm so happy I did! I feel like delis that double as liquor stores can be hit or miss, and this was a huge hit! The variety of sandwiches was plentiful, as was the drink and beer selection. They had everything ranging from breakfast sandwiches, to traditional classics, and Italian sandwiches. On top of that they had chicken shawarma, salads, and a sign that even showed some Mexican food options. While we only went with sandwiches this time, we're definitely going back to try those panuchos. Service was friendly and sandwiches came out fresh as they were made to order. Excited to come back and try more of the menu!
Just to clarify, the store is open late but not the deli. No late night subs. I am disappoint.
Omar Badwi
Great food and customer services ??
Tilton Q.
I read an article on the internet about the 4 best delis in SF. Handy Deli was on that list. As much as I tried to be objective, I would honestly say there are better sandwich places in the City. BUT, if you happen to be on Irving St near 19th, then certainly give it a try. We ordered the Frisco Club with Swiss cheese on a cibatta and shared the two halves. It was plentiful but lacked that WOW factor. The deli had a good selection of liquor, so at least you can supplement your sandwich.
Paolo B.
There's just something about liquor store delis that I just have an absolute affinity towards. And Handy's deli is definitely is one of the better delis I've been to in a very long time.The yelp photos is what made me come here. I don't always search out chicken shawarma but after seeing the pictures, I knew I had to give it a try and it was as good as the pictures. I asked for it spicy, and the chicken was juicy, right about of sauces, and very affordable at $10. It's big enough for two meals, especially if you don't have a giant appetite. I also got the frisco sandwich with Turkey on ciabatta. I thought this sandwich was just ok flavor wise. While it was still tasty, I just felt it was missing something spicy or a little heat. Again, the price of this sandwich though, I'd try it again but with chicken.The menu is massive with a ton of unique sandwich offerings. This is a perfect spot to stop and get sandwich for a park day this summer plus it's very affordable. Calling in the order is probably the right play here. Located right off 19th Ave on Irving St. the parking can be brutal, but there's a lot across the street or try getting a spot on the other side of 19th and walk over.
Jeanette C.
Im definitely coming back! I was looking for a yummy sandwich on the go. This far exceeded my expectation. I was sharing a sandwich and ended up not giving the other half to my brother! We had the chicken schwarma wrap and the Rueben sandwich. Quick service, even close to lunch time.
Note: Handy Deli posted hours for the store and for the Deli counter. The Deli Counter wraps up earlier, and the store with wine, beer, liquor & healthy drinks options remains open into the wee hours of the morning on most days.Street parking on Irving Street.Dietary restrictions: Check out the menu and specify dietary needs when you order!Kid-friendliness: Handy Deli welcomes families and works hard to have kids enjoy the experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: North Beach Sandwich
Genuinely fantastic beer selection. Pricing wasn't particularly clear to me, nor was it clear which beers you could buy individually and which came as a pack. Regardless, I highly recommend this place if you are searching for a good range of beers, including many different styles.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Good sandwich. Friendly people. Store has everything.Good place to grab everything you need.
johnson makes the sandwiches !!!!!!!!!!!! they're so yu yum yum yimyummy !! johnson makes the sandwiches !!!!!!!!!!!! they're so yu yu yum yum yimyummy !!
Got a meatball sub minus the usual onions and mushrooms 'cause I don't like onions and mushrooms. I enjoyed the sub. They offered green bell pepper. I accepted. I might have preferred the pepper be diced and totally un-cooked. I feared the saute of the pepper would make it too soft for my preference. But I did not bother to decline the saute treatment on the pepper. No problem. The saute treatment was very mild and did not soften the pepper. I still would have preferred it diced. But the slicing was still acceptable. Still a pleasant sandwich.
The person in charge late night, Davis his name was, at the very last minutes till closing time was so humble And patient with me! He is a cxery nice employee! Great vibes! I will definitely come back anytime! Excellent service!!!???? David! Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Good sandwich!I love the bread they use!
Flavorful sandwiches, and friendly service. Your sandwich is prepared with tender loving care. Expect to wait a few minutes. Watch him cook your roast beef.
I've been ordering the same breakfast sandwich here for years. Great food and friendly service. Recently they changed the menu and no longer offer that particular sandwich, but the person working there made a great rendition of it based on my description. Looking forward to future sandwiches.
Came across Handy Deli on Yelp while looking for sandwiches near Golden Gate Park, and I'm so happy I did! I feel like delis that double as liquor stores can be hit or miss, and this was a huge hit! The variety of sandwiches was plentiful, as was the drink and beer selection. They had everything ranging from breakfast sandwiches, to traditional classics, and Italian sandwiches. On top of that they had chicken shawarma, salads, and a sign that even showed some Mexican food options. While we only went with sandwiches this time, we're definitely going back to try those panuchos. Service was friendly and sandwiches came out fresh as they were made to order. Excited to come back and try more of the menu!
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Just to clarify, the store is open late but not the deli. No late night subs. I am disappoint.
Great food and customer services ??
I read an article on the internet about the 4 best delis in SF. Handy Deli was on that list. As much as I tried to be objective, I would honestly say there are better sandwich places in the City. BUT, if you happen to be on Irving St near 19th, then certainly give it a try. We ordered the Frisco Club with Swiss cheese on a cibatta and shared the two halves. It was plentiful but lacked that WOW factor. The deli had a good selection of liquor, so at least you can supplement your sandwich.
There's just something about liquor store delis that I just have an absolute affinity towards. And Handy's deli is definitely is one of the better delis I've been to in a very long time.The yelp photos is what made me come here. I don't always search out chicken shawarma but after seeing the pictures, I knew I had to give it a try and it was as good as the pictures. I asked for it spicy, and the chicken was juicy, right about of sauces, and very affordable at $10. It's big enough for two meals, especially if you don't have a giant appetite. I also got the frisco sandwich with Turkey on ciabatta. I thought this sandwich was just ok flavor wise. While it was still tasty, I just felt it was missing something spicy or a little heat. Again, the price of this sandwich though, I'd try it again but with chicken.The menu is massive with a ton of unique sandwich offerings. This is a perfect spot to stop and get sandwich for a park day this summer plus it's very affordable. Calling in the order is probably the right play here. Located right off 19th Ave on Irving St. the parking can be brutal, but there's a lot across the street or try getting a spot on the other side of 19th and walk over.
Im definitely coming back! I was looking for a yummy sandwich on the go. This far exceeded my expectation. I was sharing a sandwich and ended up not giving the other half to my brother! We had the chicken schwarma wrap and the Rueben sandwich. Quick service, even close to lunch time.