love AK Meats! I only recently realized it's owned by the same family as 25th & Clement Produce next door, which makes perfect sense -- the quality is outstanding across both shops. The meat, seafood, and deli selections are top‑notch. The sandwiches look incredible too, but I usually buy sliced deli meat to take home for my thirteen‑year‑old's school lunches. One of my favorite things about AK Meats is being able to buy exactly the amount I need. It's so nice to get a small portion from the butcher instead of having to buy a whole pre‑packaged amount that might go bad. I love grabbing my protein here and then popping next door for the rest of my ingredients. A great neighborhood spot with consistently excellent quality. read more

if you're not leaving a 5 star review here, you're just impossible to please. hands down the best sandwich in SF and the nicest owners who are working their bootys off to give us the best pastrami sando in town! always happy vibes in there even when they are packed. what speaks volumes about this place, is they don't even have a tip option when you pay with card, even though they are incredible and deserve a tip! read more

Got a hot pastrami with jalapeños. It is so good. Service was quick, really nice people. read more

A K Meats - Hot pastrami on a hoagie roll with jalapenos. - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

The best salami sando ever. Omg. Came and visited based on reviews and then hit the lands end trail after, perf afternoon. Dutch crutch that's so fresh it doesn't cut your mouth. Quick service. Delicious. Good proportions and portion. Good price. Def will come back when I'm visiting San Fran read more

I stopped by to pick up some sandwiches for dinner. I came a little bit before 4pm. Parking was fairly easy (metered parking) and there were a lot of diners sitting outside eating. This mom and pop shop had lots to offer. Besides their sandwiches, there are Mac salads, lots of steaks and dried goods that you can bring home to cook yourself. I ordered the AK's Decadence ($13.99) with sun-dried tomatoes ($1.49 extra) on dutch crunch and the Hot Pastrami ($15.99) on a French roll with sauerkraut (extra $0.75). The total was $34.77 for both sandwiches. It took about 12 minutes for my sandwiches to be ready which was great considering it seemed like they had a flow of online orders as well. I opted to get the Decadence cold because I knew I wasn't going to eat it then and there. Usually sandwiches don't taste that great when you don't eat it immediately after getting it. But, after a I brought it home and toasted both sandwiches in the oven for dinner it still hit the spot. The crunch from the sandwiches and the flavors were on point. The Decadence was loaded with fresh veggies that balanced out the turkey. The sandwich was so big that it was almost too hard to bit down on the sandwich. I opted out of the mayo on the sandwich but I think I may have needed it or something else because it did feel a little on the drier side. As for the Hot Pastrami, my boyfriend seemed to really enjoy it. He said the sauerkraut really made the difference in the balance of the sandwich.The sandwich was loaded with the pastrami, tho smaller than the decadence in size. Overall, we both enjoyed our sandwiches and would stop by again when we are in the area. read more

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A delicious sandwich! I wish the bread was a little crispier, but the meat and sauces were fantastic. The highlight of my visit was definitely the service though, the staff were so, so friendly and delightful to talk to. read more

A K Meats - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

I have been coming here for years. They have the BEST sandos (super recommend their BLT) and very good meat! Although they are a higher price point than your average super market, everything is fresh and of much higher quality! Be it salmon, red meat or even the chicken. You can taste the difference! They also have daily soups and some daily specials. The staff is super welcoming and helpful. If you are not sure about something, just ask them! Note: They get pretty busy at lunch time, so if you walk in and see sort of a line, but not really, ask around, everyone might be just waiting for their sandos and not actually "in line". read more

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hey love yall, but you have got to drain the pastrami liquid out. my sandwich was completely soggy today. this is my favorite sandwich in SF so please be mindful of this!! thanks. read more

A K Meats - Aks Hot Pastrami - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a tiny shop that includes a butcher display of meat, poultry and seafood, deli counter and sandwich station. Sundry items line shelves. The staff is a family who greets guests, and explains the food, combos, and sandwiches. The hot pastrami sandwich is warmed and toasted. There are choices of breads but choose the softer hogie, It's easier on the roof of your mouth. The meat is warm, rich, and marbled like bacon. Mustard, mayo, tomatoes, onions and lettuce garnish the sandwich and they can be shared. Outdoor seating is available or take it to go. read more

A K Meats - Hot Pastrami - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

KPIX did an interview with the owners of AK Meats for The Great SF Power Outage of 2025 last week. I came by to show them some support. My sandwich, a AK's combo $14 was ready in about 10 minutes. It was sad to see them suffer through that. It is a good reminder for us to be all ready for the next earthquake or PGE outage. My sandwich tasted great as always. read more

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This is my go-to place for a hot pastrami sandwich. The meat is fresh and cooked to perfection. Each sandwich is made to order with a friendly smile. The menu is very simple but the quality is high. I like coming here on a sunny day and have my lunch at one of the cafe tables outside. The owners Spiro and Nola are very friendly and accommodating. It's always an enjoyable experience eating here! read more

I got the Hot Pastrami Sandwich w Mustard & Mayo. It was assembled and toasted quickly after ordering. As for the sandwich itself, the crunchy exterior of the Dutch Crunch bread complements the thin stacked layers of Pastrami. Also the swiss cheese, along with the spiciness of the mustard brightens the sandwich and doesn't let you get bored with the flavor. The warmth of the toasted sandwich is great against the windy weather. And the portion size is large enough to be two meals. I'm satisfied that this was my first bite after a day of hiking. read more

A K Meats - Aks Hot Pastrami - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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AK Meats keeps it simple and true, A deli with sandwiches made just for you. Order ahead--online or by phone, Then grab it to go, to eat with a friend or alone. Rola's Roman (The Italian) hit the mark, Meat and toppings in balance, sharp. Potato salad, homemade and nice, Average cost, a fair, good price. Nothing fancy inside to see, But Richmond's gem for lunch to be. Perfect to take to park or beach, A classic spot within your reach. read more

Hands down the best hot pastrami sandwich I've ever had. It's worth a trip out to the avenues. I got mine fully loaded with pickles, onions and peppers. The added vegetables were chopped which gave you some in every bite. read more

A K Meats - Hot pastrami sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Best sandwich the I have ever eaten. I will definitely be back . The owner is super nice too

The place wasn't super crowded so I didn't have to wait too long. It was a small store with nice selection of artisan items that go along with meat. It had a warm dim light ambiance that I liked. Loved the outdoor seating - got good amount of sun while eating my sando! I'll have to come here again. They have a huge selection of fresh meats cut to order. Looked too expensive for my budget. Loved the pastrami! I got my pastrami with all the stuff - onions, peperoncini, and cheese. The bread was crispy and hot as was the stuff inside. This was so fresh and I can't believe that this place is so close to the house. read more

A K Meats - Aks Hot Pastrami - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

This store provides excellent service with Rola,Spiro,Michael,Kathy and someone whose name don't know but make great sandwiches. The sandwiches are fantastic, large enough to be shared and their dutch crunch are the longest rolls,some companies baked this type of bread and precut into three individual rolls.The bread that A&K uses is divided into two making for a larger sandwiches. The selection of meat is excellent, limited amouts of cuts, very tender. Fish is high quality, limited items, very fresh. Chicken is Mary's brand, grat quality. They also own the corner grocery store, beautiful quality produce and displayed similar to a magazine photo. Nice selection of selected grocery items too. read more

What a great hole in the wall! When I came in I was greeted by the 2 sweet owners (or what I assume to be). They guided me and my friend in the right direction for ordering. We got the AK Hot Pastrami on a French roll and the AK Delicacy on Dutch crunch. The Delicacy is a turkey sandwich with all their veggies the have. Tasted like a very solid turkey sandwich and love that they put sprouts in it. The highlight of the meal and the reason I would come back again and again was definitely the AK Hot Pastrami! That was so good and is now my favorite hot pastrami. Will come back to have again. Probably put it on marble rye next. read more

A K Meats - Delicacy - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Fantastic sandwiches and the kindest staff! Our two young boys gobbled up their meals which is nearly unheard of. Our goal is to try each sandwich on the menu! It's a very small space so best to grab and go or snag outdoor seating if you can. Great spot! read more

I went in to order my normal hot pastrami sandwich yesterday morning at 10:30 there was a younger man there preparing it. The sandwich was go but it wasn't pack with meat like normal less than 1/2 the normal amount. Even my son said the same thing. It was delicious though and my's wife AK Treat sandwich was delicious too. Hopefully my sandwich was an one off. I will go again when I am in the neighborhood the next time. read more

I went here because my son wanted a deli sandwich and it was nearby after coming back from Baker Beach. I ordered a salami sandwich on a sweet French roll with mayo, mustard, provolone, tomatoes, and whole bunch of sprouts. My sandwich was cool, nothing spectacular. The sandwiches were $15 a piece! Definitely not returning but I like how organized the lady was in making the sandwich. read more

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AK meats is a really nice place to get sandwiches to go. The tuna melt I had was excellent. They have a great selection of red and white meats for sale. The service was great and the cashier was very friendly. The Ambiance of the place was very nice as well. I give them 5 stars. I highly recommend them. I can see myself coming back here next time I visit my parents read more

A K Meats - Aks Tuna Melt - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The pastrami sandwich (8/10): Food was pretty good. Compared to Molinari Delicatessen in little Italy, it's not as good because Molinari gives more food, but the pastrami was really good; almost made up for the size. It's worth a second visit if I'm in the area. read more

A K Meats - Pastrami sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

The sandwiches here are amazing. Huge Sandy with a fair price. All the fixings and on top of that, amazing service. I have never ever had a bad experience here. Go in and get you a AK Decadence for lunch today HOT on a ditch, tell me that's not the best sandwich you've had in the city. read more

A K Meats - Ak Aks Decadence - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Delicious sandwiches + great service = A K Meats! We ordered the AKs Combo and AKs Pastrami. Both were yummy but I highly recommend the pastrami sandwich. It was the perfect temperature with ample amount of condiments/toppings. The service was very friendly and welcoming. read more

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I went there today for a roast beef sandwich. When I got home with the sandwich. There was one thin slice of roast beef and one slice of ham. I asked for sourdough bread, but they gave me white bread. I said no mayo, they gave me mayo. I asked for Dijon mustard. I asked for it toasted. No mustard, and it wasn't toasted. This place is a joke, and the sandwich was disgusting. read more

Best deli in San Francisco. I love their Rolas Roman, it's exactly what I'm looking for in a sandwich. Their hot pastrami is also really good with all the peppers and stuff they put on. Very nice staff, super friendly family owned business! read more

We got the hot pastrami sandwich and it was absolutely delicious. The service was excellent as well.

Ak Hot Pastrami - 5/5, loaded with TONS of pastrami, on a sweet roll with mustard. YUM. One of the best sandwiches I've ever had! If you love pastrami sandwiches, this is def a place worth trying. The other sandwiches seemed decent, and I swapped a half of my pastrami for a half of Ak's Decadence. Lots of meat and veggies, a typical sandwich. I personally think I would come here for the pastrami and go elsewhere for cold sandwiches. read more

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Got the pastrami sandwich cuz of tiktok and it was so good! Only change I made was doing it on a Dutch crunch roll cuz best bread obvi haha The little shop is so cute and everyone there is so sweet and I love that they're getting so much attention and patronage bc of the tiktok. Well deserved! There are a few small tables and benches outside for eating read more

A K Meats - Pastrami on Dutch crunch - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Been here multiple times whenever I'm craving a sandwich and the service is always welcoming and friendly! The Dutch crunch bread is indeed crunchy and all the ingredients are fresh. The sandwiches are quite large and prices are reasonable for what you get! I like that they always recommend certain things depending on the sandwich. Never disappoints! read more

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Oh it only took me over a year to finally try out this sandwich joint and I'm so glad I did!!! The man that took my order (not sure if he was the owner) told me there's no excuse why it took me so long and I totally agreed. He was super nice and made my Decadence Sando the way I wanted with pastrami. Love every bite of it and can't wait to come back for more & thank you for the best sandwich experience. read more

A K Meats - Decadence w/ pastrami - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

They have the best Hot Pastrami sandwich around and a friendly staff. I phone my orders in and they are always ready when they say they will be. read more

Great sandwiches and on top of the world service. I now understand why people rave about this place. Great food. Great service. I had their pastrami sandwich, tons of flavor but unfortunately It was a little too wet for me because the sandwich bread was so soggy at the end. I might order a deconstructed sandwich so I can assemble it when I want to eat it so the bread does not get soggy. I had bought a sandwich and they asked me if I wanted mustard and mayo and I said yes. I let my toddler have a bite but found out he doesn't like mustard and mayo and so I went back inside to purchase another bread. They remembered that I had just bought a sandwich and asked me if there was anything wrong. I told them that I just wanted to purchase another bread sandwich that my toddler can have some of the bread. They were so kind. They gave me a whole piece of sandwich bread for free!! Would absolutely be back to grab another pastrami sandwich and I would love to try some of their crab cakes which I hear they make in house. read more

ORDER: AK'S Decadence Turkey Sando !! Ohhhhhhh my gosh this sandwich was incredible!!!! & I loved the owner who put it together for me! Such friendly service and the product was a beautiful sandwich that I hope to experience a jillion times more. They also have lovely side options like dolmas and broccoli salad. AND you can get cuts of meat! Such a great spot!!! Thank you, gals!! :))) read more

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This is the best place to buy meat and fish! Super great neighborhood vibe. Very friendly and accommodating. I prefer to buy my chicken, salmon and steaks here vs any large supermarket. read more

I've returned to update my review, as honesty is one of the pillars of my life. I have since switched my bread choice to the french roll. The pro move is to add the trio. If you like onions, pickles, and peppers - that is what you have to do. No other option, as failure can not be an option. I often wonder if the staff's personality enhances the flavor of the sandwich? I wonder this because they are great, and the sandos are also great. AK Meats 4 lyfe. read more

Best sandwich in the city. The pastrami and AK's Decadence are my favorites. Very fresh ingredients always.

Oh me oh my! A K Meats is an absolute gem! I ordered the hot pastrami after hearing many great things about it. It absolutely lives up to the hype. Without a doubt, the best pastrami I've ever had in my life. The sandwich is filled with pastrami and it is packed with flavor. Service was outstanding as well. When I went to pick up my order, I mentioned it was my first time and I received a side of "The Trio", which was a side of pickled veggies. I was told it goes great with the pastrami. And you know what? It went GREAT with the pastrami! With amazing food and amazing service, A K Meats knocks it out of the park. I'm already looking forward to my next visit! read more

A K Meats - Aks Hot Pastrami + The Trio - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

I remember when or why i had added AK to my San Francisco bookmark collection. It could have been a recommendation from someone, a TV show or a news article. I'm glad I did. After a short and fast trip to see an exhibit on an extended lunch break at the Legion of Honor, I decided to call in an order and pick it up on my way home. Fast service. Awesome sandwiches and a convenient spot to pick up. I had a pastrami, as it comes on a soft roll. Amazing. I'm going back, it's just a matter of time. The sandwiches are large, almost more than I should eat in one sitting. read more