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    Cheese 'N' Stuff

    4.2 (362 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis, Sandwiches
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Prices January 2026

    Even after price raises, this is still one of the most fair priced place in Berkeley for a very filling sandwich. They have a $2 special for a side deli salad if you want to make it a combo. Food quality is terrific, sandwich size is always there, the people are always nice, and they make it a very nice grab & go environment. Still a go-to spot!

    Turkey, pepper jack cheese, and all the fixings on a sour French roll

    Super quick service, the gentleman who made was friendly and nice. The sourdough bread was so good, chewy shell and soft inside but not crunchy which is exactly how I like it. So yummy! Not a lot of space to sit, but since it's kind of underground I just took mine to go anyways.

    Chicken Pesto Panini
    Ashley S.

    i just got a panini from here, and it's the best sandwich i've had in berkeley! the price is so good, and if you order off snackpass for the first time, you can get 10% off! chicken pesto focaccia - everything about this sandwich is so good. the bread has a garlicky taste, there is a good amount of pesto and chicken, and it's toasted to perfection! my friends did the "make your own sandwich" and they loved it too! this place is so affordable and delicious.

    Selena L.

    Great spot for a cheap, convenient meal! They have a wide variety of bread and meats for you to construct your sandwich. The food isn't too special imo--just a pretty basic sandwich, but they are solid sandwiches and although you won't get a sandwich this cheap elsewhere, they don't skimp on the size. I do wish they were open a bit later for if I want a quick dinner.

    Stephanie W.

    Wanted to see what the cheese n stuff hype was about, so I decided to check this place out for lunch. Ordered the chicken pesto sandwich and thought it was solid. However for 10 dollars I thought the portions were pretty small. The sandwich was pretty thin and there was not much filling. Pesto and Dutch crunch bread was good, but the chicken was bland and lacked seasoning. Probably won't come back, but I'd suggest not ordering through Snackpass since it seems they don't keep an eye out on orders through there.

    Shredded chicken, whole cold cheese slices, white "pesto sauce"

    I've ordered the chicken pesto here before and liked it, but this time it was very disappointing. The cheese was not melted, and everything was lukewarm. The "chicken breast" was shredded chicken breast meat, and had a watery texture and flavor such that I suspect it was canned, unlike the intact cooked chicken breast I used to appreciate from this place. The pesto sauce is nearly white, and is mostly mayonnaise. Overall experience was like a room-temperature pesto-flavored chicken salad sandwich... The prices are still reasonable but the quality seems to have fallen off. Hopefully they were having a bad day and this is not the actual state of their chicken pesto.

    Aryan G.

    Classic sandwich spot in Berkeley with a rich college history. Can never go wrong here.

    Roast beef with cheddar and sourdough
    Karen Y.

    The definition of a local's favorite! This hole-in-the-wall, hidden in an alleyway, has delicious, thick sandwiches for a cheap price. The owner, Sam, knows familiar faces by name. He's so funny and personable, and I look forward to seeing him every time. The sandwiches are so large and tasty for such a cheap price (less than $7 a sandwich!). The roast beef is a favorite of mine, especially with the works; there are so many vegetables included as well. The sourdough bread has great texture and taste. I dearly miss here, and hope the best for them, and that they survived the pandemic, as this place is near and dear to many students and locals.

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    Nadav M.

    This place surprised me. It's very hidden in a small mini shopping centre that is still locked in the 1970s. To the eye the place look very vintage to the colours to the photos and memorabilia hanging on the wall. Everything is very well organised despite having an old look. The service is a bit slow but it's worth it. They're very nice and always willing you to make you food without hesitation. At times they may get hit hard with a rush, also the bread goes out fast here. My favourite is the Dutch crunch The food looks very fresh and updated. I get the veggie sandwich with everything. It's a bit too strong in the mustard side of things but I feel mustard id excessively added in order to mask the flavour of the veggies. The feta cheese in the sandwich, it compliments everything else. It's a bit strong but not overly overshadowing. Crisps and a plethora of drinks are available as well. Overall, very good quality. Don't let the vintages vibes fool you too much.

    Veggie Sandwich
    Yuli O.

    Cheese 'N' Stuff is probably my favorite sandwich shop in Berkeley. It is a bit hidden but that makes it even more of a treasure. They are super consistent with their food. Everything tastes fresh and they are never skimpy with portions. The dutch crunch bread has got to be some of the best I have had. I usually get the veggie sandwich with no spinach and replace feta with cheddar. They've never messed this up! They also have a wide variety of chips and drinks to accompany your sandwich. The best part about Cheese N Stuff is that you get a super bomb, filling sandwich at an incredible price. I would highly recommend this place, especially for other broke college students like myself!

    Molly L.

    This place is pretty good and comparable in price to other sandwich chains. For instance, a turkey sandwich here is going for about $6 for about a 6-inch sub. I have been here a handful of time already and have ordered the Turkey sandwich on Dutch crunch bread. The ingredients are very fresh and go well together. I think though that they can tend to put too much dressing if you don't catch them and tell them not to beforehand. I also get annoyed that it's a $0.50 surcharge to use your card for purchases. Another thing that has annoyed me is that I came at 5:40 one time before they close at 6 pm, but they were already closing...

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    Fresh deli and great bread. Service was fast but a little too fast, I didn't get to ask or add anything. Cool retro vibes inside.

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    1 year ago

    Cheese n Stuff is a great Deli! I've been visiting for years and it is a the best value for money in the area. The staff is great as well.

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    1 year ago

    hard to bite the bread but it was good other than that. Everything is fresh and the service was great and quick . Nice and chill deli .

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    4.1
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    1.1 mi
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