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    Desert Deli

    4.4 (334 reviews)
    ModerateDelis, Sandwiches, Salad
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    DESERT DELI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Pickle shot! I love that they have these
    Ashley P.

    I love Desert Deli, it's a little pricey but it's the only place I'd really pay to make me a sandwich. Def recommend getting the Flying Fortress with pepper jack instead of Swiss and Chipotle mayo instead of honey mustard 10/10 ... and a pickle shot!

    Pastrami on Rye
    Cesar D.

    A great find today, we stopped by the Desert Deli, its located on W. Ave L. Don't let the exterior full you, its a gem of a deli, full of many varieties of sandwiches and salads. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The interior has ample seating with about 6 table or so. You order at the counter top, they have several huge menu boards to choose from. chips, drinks, salads like mac salad, potato salad or larger green salads are some of the options. The two sandwiches we tried were the Hungry Italian and the Pastrami Brisket The Hungry Italian was full of prosciutto,capicola, mortadela, Pepperoni, Sweet peppers, provolone cheese,pepperoncinis, red onion, lettuce mayo, red wine vinegar in a soft roll, tons of meat, lots of flavor, a must try. This is one of the better Italian sandwiches I have tried in my life, the only thing that would make it more epic is a spicier pepper vs sweet. I was also surprised that they only offered a single size, for the 18 bucks, great sandwich but a bit on the expensive side, it seemed a bit much, would be nice to have a half size as an option, maybe there is but they did not offer it as an option. The other sandwich was the Pastrami Brisket on Rye, nice layer of cheese and Pastrami on perfectly grilled rye bread , with a pickle and a side mac salad with a lot of flavor. Each of the sandwiches were prepared very well, lots of cheese and meat layers, extremely hardy. A great spot for a sandwich.

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    Roberto C.

    I was craving a sandwich and Desert Deli hit the spot. I tried the raptor duo and the spaghetti sub. Both were really good. Attached are the current pictures and prices as of 1/3/25. Note the menu does tend to change.

    Samantha C.

    I definitely enjoyed this veteran owned sandwich spot. It's small spot with a few tables but they have plenty of choices. I love All the sandwiches we ordered. My son ordered one with a chipotle dressing that was so delicious. The smokiness was mmmmmmm! The pickles on the side def adds that extra zing you want. Def a must try little deli spot! So good!

    California Cheesesteak
    Christina W.

    My first impression was the ladies behind the counter were hustling. There were a few people inside but I could see online orders coming in. Everyone there, even the customers, were super friendly and it was very clean inside. They have a fantastic selection from drinks, to chips, to sandwiches. I decided to try two sandwiches. A California Cheesesteak Reuben Sandwich The Reuben was loaded with pastrami, the thousand island dressing was creamy and tasted amazing with the sauerkraut. The CA cheesesteak was insanely good! Personal favorite. The meat was so tender, the bread was nice and chewy, the bacon was smokey, the grilled onions added a slight sweetness, the tomatoes were fresh, I loved the addition of thousand island but the pickles, ya'll! I never realized how much I needed pickles on a cheesesteak sandwich. My goodness! Going forward, I'll eat the hot sandwiches at the restaurant as the bread softens due to the heat. But no regrets because they were fantastic! Btw... check out their board for their daily deals! If I would've paid attention, I would've ordered a panini and had $3 off.

    Corn beef, and pastrami sandwich
    Jeremy L.

    I had the pastrami corned beef combo and I would say this is the best pastrami sandwich I've had in the antelope Valley. It's boars head meat so for premade it's pretty good unfortunately I took the food to go so the bread was a bit soggy by the time I got home in Palmdale that being said, it was good bread. The meat portion was pretty generous better than most nowadays. My girlfriend got the Joshua salad and she liked it.

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    Great service. Quality products. Inviting atmosphere. The sandwiches were delicious (not skimpy).

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    2 years ago

    Really good sandwiches. Made fresh with quality meats and cheeses. Would choose this over Jersey Mikes on 10th st west any day.

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    3 years ago

    This place is really good. The only problem is it's overpriced. They use high quality meat. Shit, I'll pay to play

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    Good food and Veteran owned! We have been going here for quite awhile and they are consistently good.

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    Best sandwich. Best service. Good energy. Clean restroom. What more can you ask for? Exactly.

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    The food is great and the staff is excellent. They take the time to put the sandwich together so each bite is perfect.

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    3 years ago

    The Phantom Italian cold sub was delicious! My entire family enjoyed their subs. We are definitely going back!

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    Wow just wow first of many times I come here. The roast beef in the beef 2 bomber is so tender and so tasty. The aju is the cherry on top.

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    3 years ago

    Great sandwich shop with an Aviation theme. If you're looking for a good sandwich with fast service, give them a try!

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    4 years ago

    Sandwiches are always Da Bomb here!! If u haven't tried them yet you are just short changing yourself

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    Fast and accurate and so yummy! I got the American club... was amazing!! I'll be back for sure.

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    Amazing sandwiches. Highly recommend! We eat there when we come into town. Love the potato salad too

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    Ask the Community - Desert Deli

    Any vegan options?

    They have plenty of salad options and I used oil/vinegar for my dressing.

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    Farmer Boys

    Farmer Boys

    3.0(274 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $
    Drive-thru
    Outdoor seating

    Excellent food taste excellent very good. Service is great. The place is always clean. You can eat…read moreoff the floor is so clean every farmer boys I have ever been in the food is very good. They are plenty of it and their place is very very clean. If it wasn't that good that clean I would never go back but it is and I'm sure you will enjoy your meals in yourselves and their restaurants.

    Very Uncomfortable Experience at Farmer Bros in Lancaster, CA…read more I'm extremely disappointed with the experience my children and I had at the Farmer Bros in Lancaster, California. I'm African-American, and my daughter is only five years old. She is a very friendly, sweet child who loves talking to people and showing them her little toys. During our visit, my daughter tried to interact with one of the cashiers, a woman who had blonde streaks in her hair and clear glasses. My daughter was showing her a squishy toy and trying to talk to her, but the cashier continued staring at my daughter without responding or acknowledging her. My daughter eventually walked away. As her mother, it was heartbreaking and uncomfortable to watch, especially because my daughter had done absolutely nothing wrong. One of the other cashiers was named Gabriella. She had burgundy-colored hair. I did not get the name of the cashier with the glasses, although I believe her name on her badge may have been Jasmine. After I received my food, I went to my car with my children. There was a coupon in my bag for two cheeseburgers, so because my children wanted them, I went back inside to place another order. At that point, Gabriella and the cashier with the blonde streaks and clear glasses began whispering to each other. Gabriella looked directly at me, and when I looked back at them, they turned around. I cannot say exactly what they were saying, but the situation made me feel extremely uncomfortable and gave me the impression that I was being talked about. Whether that was their intention or not, customer service is about making customers feel welcomed and respected, not uncomfortable or unwelcome. The entire experience left me and my children feeling very uneasy. It is especially sad to me that in 2026, people can still walk into a business and feel like they are being treated differently because of the color of their skin. I am not saying that I know exactly what was in these employees' hearts or what they were saying, but the way the situation unfolded made me question whether my family was being treated differently because we are African-American. I strongly encourage management to address this situation and provide additional training on professionalism, customer service, and appropriate workplace behavior around customers. Whispering and looking at customers in a way that makes them feel targeted or uncomfortable is not appropriate. My daughter is five years old. She should be able to walk into a business, smile, talk to someone, and show them her little toy without feeling ignored or unwelcome. Unfortunately, this experience has made me reconsider returning to this location. I hope management takes this review seriously and uses it as an opportunity to make sure every customer and every child who walks through those doors feels respected, welcomed, and treated equally.

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    Panera Bread - Fuji Apple Chicken Salad & Autumn Squash Soup You Pick 2

    Panera Bread

    2.7(232 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    I've been frequenting this place ever since I joined the Sip Club. For just $3 for 3 months and…read moreunlimited drinks every 2 hours - how can I say no? It's a fantastic deal! I usually stop by to grab a drink, but I've noticed a lot of people working here with their laptops and books. There are plenty of outlets to keep your electronics charged, which is super convenient. It's usually busy, but I've always been able to find a table. They also have an outdoor seating, which is a nice option when the weather's good. They offer a ton of items on the menu, but I haven't tried the food at this location yet - aside from the free pastry on my birthday (which was a nice treat!). You will need a code to use the restroom. Parking is ample but shared with nearby businesses.

    This place is HORRIBLE!!!! Cold food!…read more Bad service! Dirty, dirty, location!!! Leticia, the "Store Manager" is so rude and disrespectful!!! When I called to inquire about my order that showed it was ready for pick up, she kept speaking over me and kept saying how she was busy and didn't have time to listen to concerns. She stated she didn't care about what I had to say and that she didn't care about her unprofessionalism. After waiting for about 20 minutes for my order, I stated it was cold since it had been sitting and nobody seemed to care. Thanks Leticia, I will make sure this information gets to Jacob Bustos.

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    Rubio's Coastal Grill

    Rubio's Coastal Grill

    3.8(119 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $

    We stopped by Rubio's Coastal Grill during Lent since it's an easy go-to for seafood, and it didn't…read moredisappoint. We come here every now and then, and the service is always consistently friendly. This visit was no different. Ordering was smooth, and they even brought the food out to our table, which we appreciated. I ordered the shrimp nachos, and we also got another order of shrimp nachos for the table. My brother went with a chicken bowl due to dietary restrictions, and my husband ordered a burrito. Everything tasted really good overall. The only downside for me was that the shrimp nachos didn't have as much shrimp as I expected.Just a few pieces here and there. Aside from that, the flavors were on point with the sour cream, pico de gallo, and cheese. The ambiance is casual, clean, and relaxed. Perfect for a quick bite with family. It's a comfortable spot where you can sit down, enjoy your meal, and not feel rushed. Overall, we had a great experience. Friendly service, good food, and a reliable spot.Definitely a place we'll keep coming back to.

    It's a bit overpriced for what you get but the flavor was really good and customer service was…read morepretty fantastic. My surf and turf (shrimp and steak) bowl had sliced avocado on it that was past its prime. I think they should do better quality checks to prevent that. The atmosphere inside on a Saturday afternoon was super peaceful and the music was relaxing, so overall I did enjoy my lunch.

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