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    Garo's Deli

    4.7 (122 reviews)
    ModerateDelis, Sandwiches, Cafes
    Closed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Classy
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    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Seasoned Grilled Chicken Sandwich
    Abonie B.

    I got tje grilled chicken sandwhich and it was okay. I think just not my taste, I will come back and order something different. $13 but i understand the economy and things. service was great, i loved sitting outside.

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    Katie C.

    LOVE THE SANDWICHES HERE! the bread they use is amazingly fresh, it's toasted to its perfection. their two most popular sandwiches are the pastrami (hot) and mortadella (cold). i always get both and it's worth the trip. they're about $10+ each. it comes with little yellow peppers.

    Rachel S.

    We were looking for a lunch spot and originally was going to try Salt N Pepper, but it didn't look that appealing so we came here. The place was cute and had the most patrons. They had a chicken special that day (Tuesday) and the guy convinced me to get it. I ordered a side of fries - total ended up being $20, which was okay. My coworker got the feta wrap. The fries came out first - they were crispy but didn't have a lot of salt. My wrap was flavorful - the chicken was delicious and all the fixings were great. They also had picked radishes and other picked stuff you could add. My coworker loved her feta wrap - said the lavash was excellent. Service was friendly and we enjoyed our meal. Will definitely come back!

    Maruko X.

    Ambiance: small grocery and deli store, located in a small alley in between busy streets in downtown jewelry district, it's the hidden gem in the area Service: very friendly and fast, served the food and drink quickly after ordering Food & Drink: standard and special menu for cold and hot sandwiches and coffee Beef Lula Kebab Pita Wrap - **** it's the type of kebab cooked on skewers, made from minced meat and it is a specialty of Armenian, with onions, tomatoes and sumak, spicy and rich in flavors, recommend Zero Coke - *** can soda Armenian Coffee - **** Armenian soorj, often described as a rich cup of espresso, strong taste and bold aroma, the flavor is very strong, unfiltered coffee with small serving size, recommend Price: moderation portions and good for lunch and light meals, around $20 per person

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    Vicky W.

    Stop searching around for a decent, delicious and authentic sandwich!!! Garo's Deli is definitely the right place to go. Took me a while to find a parking spot in DTLA, not surprised, and finally find this Armenian deli shop located in a small alley in St. Vincent Court. I am super excited!! Walking in the shop, I am truly amazed by how clean and nicely organized of its set-up. There are different kinds of fresh bread, choices of cheese, deli meat and sides that you can build your own sandwiches OR you can go straight from the prepared sandwiches on the menu. All staffs are very friendly and helpful, I am given enough time to ask questions and explore all the goodies. I ordered two hot sandwiches: Chicken Club and Pastrami. Their sandwiches are made to order with fresh ingredients such as tomatoes, lettuce, pickles, provolone cheese and other sandwich dressings. Hot sandwiches are toasted in an oven for around 30-45 seconds with cheese. Before I took the first bite, the cross section view of these sandwiches have already won my heart and every bite is full of different textures and layers of flavors!! The only thing to mention will be the chicken, it's a little dry to my standard and I hope it could be more moist and tender next time. As mentioned earlier, the parking can be a challenge if you are not from local. You can also park in nearby lot with minimal fee and walk here for pick-up. There are about 5-6 indoor seating and 6-7 outdoor seating for small gatherings. Garo's Deli is not only a sandwich shop but also a small market where you can buy varieties of sauces and cheese which is very convenient. This amazing shop is firstly opened in late 2020 during the pandemic. Thank you Garo for serving great quality food and excellent customer service.

    Cassandra Y.

    It is located at the Historic St. Vincente Court. What a surprise to see many shops in this alley. I love to support small business!! Entrance near the 7th and Hill Street. They have outdoor seating area. Perfect place for a quick bite. The Service: Laura was helping me at the counter. She is so lovely & efficient. Great customer service! I also met with the owner, DiKran, who is such a charming gentleman! His gorgeous smile definitely brightens my day~ If you see him at the store, don't forget to say hi! The Food: I love their sandwiches. They use fresh baguette. They are freshly prepared & made to order. I got them to-go. When I was driving home, the smell of the soujouk sandwich in my car.... OMG!! It made me so hungry~ Love it when they toast the baguette, the bread is a little bit crispy outside & soft inside. Fresh ingredient is the #1 key here!

    Pastrami Sandwich
    Airi G.

    Get the hot sandwiches!! They're packed with flavor and the crunch from the baguette is chef's kiss. The bread part of the baguette was carved out so the sandwich wasn't as heavy. I was really able to appreciate the flavors of the filling. I got the iconic pastrami sandwich which they generously filled with meat. If you want something refreshing, I would order this since this one had both lettuce and tomatoes. If you want something different, I'd highly recommend the soujouk sandwich. It has thin slices of spiced sausage that gives the sandwich so much flavor. If you're indecisive like me, I'm making the choice for you. This sandwich is a must-try because it's not something you can get at a typical deli.

    Soujouk Sandwich
    Vincent P.

    This Armenian deli is a hidden gem located in St. Vincent Court, downtown LA. They offer pastries, soups, snacks, and sandwiches. If you're not from the local area, parking is a bit difficult, I paid $5 for 15 min parking at the lot close by for a quick dash n go. Otherwise, I would have someone drop you off for a pick up. The sandwiches at Garo's Deli are so delicious. They are nicely toasted and packed with a nice ratio of meat and veggies. The portions are great and the sandwiches are perfectly cut. This was my first time trying Soujouk (Armenian sausage), it was tasty and similar to salami! I recommend if you like to try something different from the usual. The Pastrami sandwich was also really good, I liked the additions of all the veggies and cheese.

    Interior
    Dora H.

    You would never guess, that smack dab in the middle of downtown LA, you'd find a little area called St. Vincent Court. Though it's more like an alley, you'll feel yourself transported out of the hustle and bustle of the city, and in a quaint little area with fun architecture and little shops. Among these little shops you'll find Garo's Deli. A lovely sandwich shop that also sells some treats and snacks! They are most popular for the Chicken Garlic subway sandwiches and the Pastrami. When the sandwiches came out, the smell was very good and I was super excited to dig in. The bread was super crunchy! Love how crispy and perfectly toasted the sandwiches were. I shared a pastrami and a chicken sub just so I could try both. The chicken tasted really good, and by the time I got to my second half, I was already a bit full, but because the pastrami was so delicious, I kept eating. Great spot for some delicious sandwiches and some cool views!

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    Kimberly L.

    [Review #653] 2021 Yelp 100 Challenge (75/100) It's my husband's birthday today & we headed to hidden gem Garo's Deli to celebrate! I mean this figuratively & literally... I had trouble finding the deli shop that's located in the center of DTLA's jewelry district; they're located between main streets: Hill St. & Broadway in the alley on St. Vincent Ct., which houses numerous delis. The security guard by the parking garage nicknamed this "deli alley." With our sitter out of commission, we had the LOs with us on our lunch date. It was best to locate parking closest to the deli & found a garage around the corner off Broadway & 7th St., & it exits right into the alley... yay! On weekends, there's a flat rate ($10 on Saturdays & $8 on Sundays). Yikes! I did notice you could park in the alleyway (if you're lucky) for free, but there's limited spots; I'm going to try my luck next time. We ordered 3 sandwiches: GARLIC MORTADELLA (provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, mustard, mayo) for me, TUNA (lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, mustard) for the birthday man, & TURKEY (provolone, lettuce) for the kiddos to share. Service is fast & friendly, & we got served quick! Mortadella is one of my fav Italian deli meats but I never tried a garlic version. I can taste the garlic without it being overwhelming, & I love their pickles! They're not like the typical dill flavored sandwich pickle, still acidic but on the sweeter side, & complements the saltiness of the mortadella. I noticed their shelves were holding these yummy pickles; I planned to buy a jar or two before leaving, but a quick distraction by my kids & forgot due to momesia. :-| I've had toasted sandwiches before, but their's had an extra crunch factor that I really enjoyed. This is one of the best deli sandwiches I ever had, & I've had plenty! =D My husband really liked his tuna sandwich, & his was also toasted with a crunchy texture. I took a bite (actually I took a few) & we ended switching halves so we can have the best of both! ;-) I kept the kiddos' sandwich on the plainer side, just turkey, cheese, & lettuce since they're not a fan of pickles (what I should have done was added their pickles to my sandwich) & condiments (they can be fickled with mayo but definitely no mustard). My daughter & son loved the crunch French baguette though he couldn't really bite it; I forgot about his loose tooth so I separated the filling to cut the baguette into bite-size pieces (like a crouton) so he could enjoy his deconstructed sandwich. Ahhh... the things I do for these kids. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ After they were done, I went back in to pick-up a couple mini containers of Mediterranean ice cream (chocolate & blackberry) to cool off on this warm day. H & M got inventive after a couple of bites & split-shared so they both enjoyed a chocolate-blackberry ice cream cup. It was pretty good! =D We dined outside & people-watched while we ate. We even enjoyed a rap by the guy who was cruising the streets, stating this is his 'hood. If anyone bothers us, he will take care of them. :-O Not sure exactly what he meant by "take care of" but he was a character. His rap was pretty dope about how kids should be taken care of by their 'rents & they're our future... really positive lyrics. :-) Garo's Deli seems to be a regular hangout for some, & we're down with the family-friendly chill vibes. Prices are moderate, & portions are proportionate, though we may be a bit hungrier than norm (we went on a morning hike) & needed a bit more to be filled, though my kids were technically stuffed on 1/2 a sandwich but made room for ice cream. O_o If we weren't making additional stops, I wanted to get a couple to-go for dinner. I wanted to try Jack's Spicy Soujouk & Basturma Sandwiches, & that Foul by Bowl sounds interesting too but it's only available weekdays. And I have no idea how I missed the Cheese Flat Bread! Next time, definitely next time... because I need to come back for them pickles! Recommended: Garlic Mortadella Sandwich (a must!), Tuna Sandwich, Turkey Sandwich, & if you still have room, try the Sweet Dreams (aka Ashta) Ice Cream.

    Garlic Mortadella Sandwich
    Amy P.

    Garo's Deli is located in the St. Vincent Court alley way within the jewelry district of Downtown LA. Garo's is not only a deli shop but a little market as well. I arrived at 2pm and was surprised to see the shop still in "lunch mode" with walk in customers and phone orders. I ordered the Cold Garlic Mortadella ($11.50) & Hot Pastrami ($12) which were provided within reasonable time considering the business. Both sandwiches were made similarly with mayo, mustard, shredded lettuce, tomato, and the same bread; only difference was the meats inside. The garlic mortadella is sliced fresh and I was shocked to see how much they put in the sandwich! You definitely get a fair amount of meat to fill you up. I'm huge on carbs and I loved the bread here which is made fresh every morning. It looks like they carve out some of the inners of the bread to make as much room to stuff their sandwiches! Indoor and outdoor seating available.

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    Irene W.

    This place is a hidden GEM! Located in the heart of the Jewlery district. It's located in a really cute between buildings area and they have outdoor seating and relaxing music that really sets a vibe for a deli. There is an $8 parking lot on Olive and 6th street which is a pretty good deal. I tried 2 of their cold sandwiches: Ham and Garlic Mortadella. I'm usually not a big fan of cold sandwhiches but wow these were really tasty! There is a lot of flavor in these and the pickes are really unique. I've never had a pickle like theirs before. I also tried their cheese flatbread and it's a lot fancier than it sounds. There is SO much flavor in the cheese flatbread AND the cheese they use is super unique and not regular cheese. Super happy I got to try this place out. I had a very good time. Eating here made me feel like I was a tourist in DTLA trying something new. The staff here is also super friendly and they care about the food they make. So much flavor in everything they make here with super unique and fresh deli ingredients!

    Pastrami
    Sophia H.

    Literally a hidden gem located in the Jewelry district of LA! This shop is both a deli and a market. They sell cheeses, meats and other food items. I tried the Ham & Cheese and the Pastrami sandwich! Both were incredibly delicious. The bread is baked fresh every morning, which is why the bread is so soft and fluffy on the interior and crispy on the exterior. They also sell ice cream that is exclusively sold at their store. I tried the pistachio flavor and it is extremely light and airy. It has a subtle sweet taste pistachio! Its not your typical ice cream! If I lived closer, i'd be coming here more often! Looking forward to trying their other items and exploring Armenian flavors! Highly recommend trying this deli if you're in the neighborhood Parking might be hard to find so i highly recommend coming with someone who can drop you off to pick up the food!

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    Food is great but service is not that great. They close the grill 1 hour before they close. I tried the tuna sandwich and it was great.

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    First time here and it didn't disappoint. Came all the way from West LA to try this place and boy…read morewill I certainly be back. Went with four other people and everyone loved their meals. My sandwich was very well portioned and absolutely delicious, some of the best pastrami I've ever had! Fries were good, Cole slaw was good, and the whole experience was great. Great, attentive service too. They were busy for a very good reason. Come here hungry! The portions are very generous.

    I went to a Jewish memorial last weekend in Los Angeles. They had Brent's catering because Ira was…read morefrom Northridge. 8/5 was my Bestie Sis Dad's death anniversary and Chuck loved Brent's too. So it seemed fitting to honor both of them and it satisfied my craving. The catered memorial looked great but it was difficult to make a proper plate. I always crave matzo ball soup. Luckily I had my fan to help cool off my soup. I did add a little salt and pepper. Other than that it was total comfort. $15 We shared a club sandwich and got French fries instead. All the condiments, Russian dressing, ranch come in prepackaged little containers. Ranch tasted fresh and homemade. I used a little of the Russian dressing. Is that a Brent's thing? $22 + $3 for French fries. I wanted a little sweet and got the blueberry cheesecake. That was the best cheesecake ever. Actual blueberries inside the cheesecake. So creamy and delicious. $11 Pickles are always my favorite. I got bagel chips with my matzo ball soup. I ordered corned beef and cabbage for my 99 year old mom. She said she didn't like the cabbage, no taste. She's 99 ‍ It's been a while since I was there. It feels the same. Booths and tables. Same decor. Our server Laura was super sweet and patient. Helpful in our decision making. Ricardo cracked me up because he brought a small soup container for my friend's cabbage soup. She was a little perturbed it was too small. Ricardo insisted it would fit and it did PERFECTLY.

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    1.3 miChinatown
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    116 years in business
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    Bay Cities Italian Deli - The godmother sandwich!

    Bay Cities Italian Deli

    4.2(6.1k reviews)
    13.6 mi
    $$

    Yummy yummy I love deli sandwiches! This is a little Italian one,, we got two and split it!…read more - burrata caprese: I love burrata so loved this, was p basic w balsamic, tomatoes, basil - the godmother works: the store worker person suggested to us,, and ITS GOOD! If you go here, get this one. So so yum - had a bunchhh of diff meats and pickles lettuce tomatoes and some spices and stuff!! - vibe was v chill deli THE LORD IS always so kind but dude I love food & Carrie ! the Lord is sooo kind

    This Italian deli and market is a true staple in the community! I've been coming here for many…read moreyears, and growing up in the Santa Monica and Venice area, it's one of those places you simply have to know about. If you're visiting the area, I highly recommend making a stop here. My biggest piece of advice is to go early because it gets incredibly busy by lunchtime--and for good reason! Keep in mind they are closed on Monday and Tuesday. While you can order online, I'll always choose to go inside so I can browse everything they have to offer. Their selection of fresh pasta salads is fantastic, and the desserts are always tempting. Whether you're craving lasagna, spaghetti and meatballs, a chicken Parmesan sandwich, or one of their many other Italian specialties, you really can't go wrong. Be sure to check out the wine section in the back left of the market. It's extensive and absolutely incredible! This is the kind of place that keeps people coming back year after year, and it's easy to see why. Being Italian American and growing up with an Italian mother who loved feeding everyone, this was one of our favorite places to visit together. Those memories make every trip here even more special. My personal favorite is the Godmother sandwich--hands down one of the best you'll ever have. It's packed with flavor, made with quality ingredients, and it's the sandwich I find myself craving every time I come back. One of the things I love most about this place is the atmosphere. It has an energy that immediately makes you think of family. Everyone is genuinely kind, welcoming, and happy to help, making you feel right at home the moment you walk through the door. It has that warm, old-school Italian family vibe that's becoming harder and harder to find, and it's a big part of what makes this place so special.

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    Bay Cities Italian Deli - Home of the Godmother

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    Bay Cities Italian Deli - The Godmother (Large)

    The Godmother (Large)

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