4 Best Delis near Santa Monica

“I have not had pastrami this good, maybe ever, but certainly not in many years. The smoked salmon was amazing, too.“

“Parking is sometimes a nightmare, & since I moved a few years ago, I am no longer fortunate enough to be within walking distance of the Godmother. this doesn't stop me from wanting it though. So of course i tolerate the 15 mile drive/ride out for one. ?
I have fond memories of the flavor/texture of the bread, but not of the eating experience. i always had to take the bottom off my sandwich to be able to eat it without all the fillings getting pushed out with each bite lol.
i love that they offer lettuce wrapped & "just on the paper" versions of every sandwich. i always pay for the extra meat & cheese, but to be honest i am not sure if I've actually been given it. seems pretty small - but it could just be that it looks smaller without the bread to beef it up size-wise. i would need to order 2 sandwiches, 1 with extra & 1 as is, to be able to actually see the difference to know for sure.

pro tip... the wait can be long so order ahead if you know what you want.
*follow the path to the left going behind the checkout lines - you will see a cheese case & people making sandwiches, keep going. there will be a fridge & a metal rack with sandwiches against the wall.
also in that fridge they do usually have plenty of pre-made menu sandwiches in the back as well (or at least i saw plenty of godmothers!) so if you are not customizing at all & just want it "as is" they might have it ready to grab & go.
there's fresh bread back here too if you want more ?

is it the best sandwich in LA? might not be, i haven't tried them all.
(honestly if we are talkin' favorites, this ties with jersey mikes for me ? but then again, i am particularly fond of the East Coast's sandwiches from my decade spent there. ☺️ i am also not counting Pastrami sandwiches in the running, which i also love, bc i consider that to be in a different Sandwich Bracket lol)

Dietary restrictions: customization options for all sandwiches. also options for low carb/keto, vegetarian, gluten free (obviously not a gluten free environment but you CAN get sandwiches without bread & many sides are gf as well)

Parking: if they aren't busy, no problem! the problem is, they're almost always very busy. lol
going right at open seems the least bad.“

“I’ve frequented the “Nosh” for over twenty years, and highly recommended it. The food is definitely of high quality, and you get great value for the price, as the portions are substantial. Their deli meats are fresh and really good because they cook them on site. The turkey sandwiches are one of my favorites. Their bagels are one of the best in L.A., especially the raisin and everything bagels. The owners and their staff are great too!“

“Best deli I've found since leaving NYC in the 90's.
As good as the Carnegie...almost.
Everything is on the menu is excellent.
Also, the deli for take out is super.
They have everything from Matzo balls to sour pickles to the best chopped liver.
I know chopped liver is more of an acquired taste. But this is a good place to experiment.
"Homemade" fresh Turkey. No processed stuff here.
Go enjoy.
It's def pricey.“