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    Erik's DeliCafe of Hayward

    3.9 (146 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Bahar T.

    This was our first time at this Erik's Deli location and thanks to Kedar (sorry if I'm misspelling your name), we would probably drive from Fremont to here the next time we crave our "Natural High" sandwich. Even though we got here near closing time, we were greeted nicely and felt welcomed. Kedar, helped us taking and making our order. We ordered our usual "Natural High" sandwiches and this time by far after 20 years was the most beautiful perfectly prepared sandwich and worth a fantastic review. THANK YOU Kedar!!!

    Ciao Down
    Michelle N.

    We ordered delivery and the food came to us wrapped carefully and packed with care. All three sandwiches, Erik "berger", Ciao Down, and Chicken Durango came with toasty bread and incredibly tasty meats, cheeses and clover sprouts. I also tried the macaroni salad which had a good tangy vinegar bite. A delicious experience.

    Arlo T.

    This Eriks is pretty clean and located across from city hall. When I came in, the person working greeted me and was hella nice. He looked busy, but made time to address me which is hella cool. I ended up ordering and got my food pretty quick. The sandwich was good no complaints. Pretty cool place, stop by if you're in the area.

    Tori H.

    Customer Service 1000% FOOD 9/10 This place is so clean and the vibe is so kind. I have ordered from here about 10 times now for my lunch at work and the staff is honestly the most kind and considerate place Have EVER BEEN TO. I found out this place is actually family owned and I think you can tell they really care about their business and their customers. Every time I call or order through their app and something is wrong ... they fix it. Pronto. No stress no worries they just fix it. I'm actually excited to support this place and give them continuous business.

    My awesome sandwich Turkey with Pesto $9.79
    Ultima M.

    This was my first time at this location Street parking only We walked in and we were immediately greeted by employees Everett is super friendly, efficient and patient while we tried to figure out what to order . Awesome customer service Inside is clean and well decorated Prices are very reasonable I ordered a Turkey sandwich with pesto on wheat bread My sandwich was GREAT ingredients are fresh, sandwich was well put together

    Farmer's Market sandwich
    Danae G.

    Erik's has quick service, and it's always a treat when you get street parking right out front. They have a bunch of tables inside for you to enjoy your food there. Erik's is on my rotation of lunch spots. They have quick and friendly service. Plus, you can order ahead on their app, which makes it easier and also earns you rewards. My go-tos are the Farmer's Market sandwich, house salad, and soup with one scoop butternut squash and one scoop veggie. I'm so fortunate that they accommodate this soup request. The Farmer's Market and salad is always fresh. The only downside is if you take it to go, sometimes the bread sticks to the paper, and your sandwich will have a hole in it This is not an issue with all sandwiches though, just this one. I also love that they give you multiple pickles with your sandwich and that they usually ask if you want them for the pickle haters out there.

    Order a basic turkey sandwich with extra onions and sprouts...something off with this pic?
    David V.

    2nd visit to this location and tried something different. Turkey sandwich on Dutch crunch and a cup of chili. The chili remains on point but ended up finding out my sandwich was lacking. I understand it was busy at the time, which I didn't mind the wait, but to get back to my office and find my meal wasn't made to my request, It took away from the positive vibes I was starting to grow about this location.

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    Great Sandwiches, soups & salads! Love coming here when i get my tires done. A good selection

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