My second time here. First time I for the prime rib dip. It was excellent. On my second visit today I get the best and unique Philly I have ever had. I did not realize that it had BBQ sauce on it when I ordered it, I tend to be a purist and would have asked for it not to be put on. But OMG I am so happy it was there because it was SO good. Salty, a touch of sweet and spice with lots of brisket. It is a messy overflowing sandwich so I don't recommend driving up mount Walker while trying to eat it. You will likely go off the edge because you can not put the sandwich down! I will be back for more and trying other offerings. Place was super clean with an excellent vibe. read more

Excellent food and service. The menu has a wide variety and the building has plenty of inside and outside seating perfect for year round! Definitely recommend! read more

Great sandwiches. I've had the cuban and the roast beef but my favorite is the meatloaf. My wife likes the brisket. Staff is always friendly. Service is prompt. Worth a stop if you are driving along Hood Canal on the 101. read more

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Cute little deli along 101, just south of downtown Quilcene proper. Lots of sandwich offerings and super helpful staff. We grabbed a smoked brisket sandwich to split between us and while it looked on the small side, once split and munched through, it was just right for us! Crunchy onions, marinated but not too sweet brisket, toasted bun ..... just right for a snack before Hama Hama oyster tasting. Wouldn't hesitate to try any of their other sandwiches. Lots of specials, too. Staff was friendly and helpful! read more

The menu is amazing and I had a hard time picking just one item. I had the DeLoren and my kids had the 67 sandwich - both were AMAZING! The employees were so kind. read more

Ordered a Grilled Cheese and a Grilled Ham and Cheese. Definitely will go for the ham and cheese. Pickle was a nice side. Potato Salad is homemade and delicious. read more

Gearhead Deli - Grilled Ham and Cheese - Delis Near Me - Quilcene, Washington

The first time I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant was shortly after the birth of my first daughter. I brought her in as a newborn and enjoyed a pulled pork sandwich. Ten years later, while pregnant with my second daughter, I decided to revisit the restaurant with my partner, driven by nostalgia and a desire to try something new GUYS. I was truly impressed. A burger elsewhere is just a burger, but this one was absolutely exceptional from the first bite to the last. They prepared it exactly how I like it (no pink), and I appreciated that there was no judgment. The young man working there and the owner were very personable and genuine from the moment we arrived. The young man jokingly mentioned that a burger cooked without pink is "well done," not medium, which made me smile. It felt like the burger was made by someone I know personally. While that may seem odd to mention, I think we all have that one family member or friend whose cooking is so good they should have their own restaurant -- that was my experience at Gearhead tonight. The service was warm, the deck was comfortable, and the food was all fresh -- even the potato salad and pickles were perfect. Above all, the flavors of the burger were so thoughtfully crafted. I even asked my partner how a burger could be improved, and he mentioned seasoning, texture, sauce, and bun. Those were the key elements that stood out to me in tonight's meal. I highly recommend trying the F150 burger -- truly, I can't express how it made for one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. For ambiance: I love the trees by the deck. Each individual leaf is green but outlined with purple which is exactly how I would color a tree and it just made me really appreciate the added value of minor details in food and nature that really make life worth living. read more

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Best pulled pork sandwich I've had in years. Great homeade sauces and bread too! Friendly staff. Will be back!

Had the prime rib dinner on Saturday night This is amazing. Food definitely will come back. Service was very quick even liked the ambience didn't stay. Got food to go. I will definitely come back . read more

Wow, what a surprise. Got done with a hike in the Olympic Forest and stopped in. Great menu with lots of choices and fun names to match the theme of the cafe. Delicious Bel-Air Cuban sandwich. read more

Had the brisket Philly. OMG--amazing!! Probably one of the best barbecue sandwiches I've ever had. This is an absolute must return for me.

Friendly service and delicious reasonably priced food. I almost always get the fantastic beef brisket sandwich (the chopper) but today had the great pulled pork. Ask for a fork because the generous fillings are going to slop out a bit. Nice outdoor seating in the back (away from traffic). read more

Wow! What a find in the middle of no where! My husband and I took an afternoon ferry over to the peninsula Friday and happened upon Gear Head Deli just in time for a quick bite for dinner! I couldn't have been more surprised by the friendly service and really good deli sandwiches! It was kind of late and I half expected to get a thrown together sandwich as staff prepared to go home! Not the case at all! I felt like as much care was put into my sandwich as was put into the first of the day. I had the Cuban, and although not "authentic" it was delicious! I'm from South Florida and lived near many Cuban owned delis, but this was a wonderful offering. My hubby had the Elk Burger and he loved it, too. Although we didn't try the potato salad, others in the place at the same time gave it a major thumbs up. I would urge you, if anywhere near there at meal time, stop in and try them out! Tell Chris the old mobility challenged lady sent you! read more

Great place with wonderful, quiet outdoor seating behind it (or indoor seating, too). I had an incredible BLT and will definitely be back! I only wish I could have ordered a beer, too. read more

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I'm actually amazed at how great this place it is! I am here on a road trip from Los Angeles and I can say it is one of the best places I've been! I ordered the smoked meatloaf. Highly recommend the service is excellent too! read more

Stopped here for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. This was the first day under new ownership. Chris (owner) and Tina and visiting sister greeted us with a warm welcome. There was good variety of menu items and all looks delicious. We settled on the daily special of house smoked brisket with homemade bbq sauce, amazing!!! Definitely be back for more! read more

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I ordered the elk burger medium rare with potato salad, and I couldn't be more delighted. I probably could've gone more rare, but there was still such rich earthy undertones, that it I don't believe it deterred any flavors from getting across. 5 stars all around. Potato salad was a little mustardy, sweet and solid. They know what they're doing here. read more

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Great service, delicious tater salad, and their brisket sandwhiches are to die for. Definitely coming back again.

I got the burger here and it was spectacular! View was great, as were the people. Really good coffee next door too that is roasted there. read more

Y'all......DELISH! I'm surprised this place doesn't have more reviews...maybe because of location. If you are passing by or hiking in the area, stop here for lunch. Heck maybe just get lunch to go so when you get to that waterfall you can have a little picnic. I ate the BBQ pork sandwich and I'm going to order another sandwich for lunch tomorrow! read more

Gearhead Deli - a sandwich and a side of mashed potatoes - Delis Near Me - Quilcene, Washington

We lucked into this place on our way to Seattle and boy did we love our accidental choice! We had the Charger sandwich with turkey and this was honestly one of the best sandwiches I've had in quite awhile. We also got the potato salad as our side and again, were not at all disappointed. For dessert we bought a couple of bags of jerky and really enjoyed that later. Their sandwich menu was extensive and from what we saw on other plates, it looked very appetizing! read more

We ordered the pastrami sandwich; which had a couple of slices of meat and some sauerkraut on it (nothing like the picture shows in other yelp reviews) they charged $16 for an $8 dollar sandwich The side potato salad was good and a nice proportionate serving Service was minimal, no smiles or general courtesy felt like we were bothering them though we were the only ones in the restaurant ! read more

We had the best elk burger ever! The staff were friendly. Potato salad highly recommended.

The food here is scrumptious. The sandwiches are delicious. They are master smoke artists: the smoked cheddar is so awesome! The service is always friendly and kind. We love the welcoming ambiance and cool decor. Family friendly and delicious! read more

Had the Elk Burger with Potato Salad. 10/10. Cooks and staff so friendly. Great spaces to sit, bathrooms clean. Highly recommend

Amazing FRESH sandwiches . Homemade soups, potato salad. Imhouse smoked meats. FANTASTIC

Delicious sandwiches and the potato salad is spot on I enjoyed the afternoon on the patio listening to the birds read more

Love the Ferrari and 911. Sandwiches and service are always amazing! We make sure to stop on our way to Sequim. Spin the wheel of sandwiches if you can't choose. read more

Came here after backpacking and boy was it good. We got the a charger and the hemi and both were out of this world. The meat was so tender and all the ingredients were so fresh!! if we lived closer this would be a dangerous spot cause i'd come here every day read more

middle of nowhere (actually northwest heaven) Washington is a jewel of a sandwich shop! The Gear Head (crazy name, i like it) can stand with any of the many deli's i've eaten & as a USAF Veteran, i've been to deli or 2. Larry & Debbie have established a superb eatery. Serving genuine politeness alongside tasty, yummy & delicious sandwiches with decent portions, im always full. Cool, memorable times shared here. So, Go outta ur way for an excellent sandwich etc. each are excellent & Ur monies not wasted. Olympic Peninsula Relaxing & lounging..... yeahhhhh! read more

Best burger I have tried in a long time! My friend got the pulled pork sandwich which was amazing! Anything you get here is fresh made! Amazing people working here also! A must stop place to stop and eat at! read more

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Great service, very clean and nice interior and restrooms, and the food and drinks are good! I stopped here around 10am on a Friday morning on my way to go clamming and ordered a breakfast burrito and a chai tea latte. Both were so yummy! Everything here is made fresh and they use local ingredients. read more

Gearhead Deli - the interior of a deli - Delis Near Me - Quilcene, Washington

Still the beat sandwiches anywhere and the dining room is open. What a hidden treasure!

We were passing through town and saw this place. The food is excellent. We had a Delorean beef dip with onions and provolone and a 67 ham,Turkey, bacon sandwich. Sides were potato salad and coleslaw with a dill pickle. read more

Gearhead Deli - a sandwich and a side of coleslaw - Delis Near Me - Quilcene, Washington

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We stopped here yesterday for a late lunch. I had the Ferrari and it was spectacular! I'm glad I don't live closer or I'd eat here every day. For the side I had the cole slaw and it was different, sort of tart and sweet at the same time. I'm not sure I've had slaw like that before. I'll try the potato salad next time perhaps. The menu is varied so there will be something for everyone. They are only open for lunch but it's worth the effort to make the journey. read more

Bomber sandwich and a good deli to boot. Good outdoor seating, we got some Capocolla to go, it's usually harder to find and is the best sandwich meat around in my opinion. It was excellent, I'll be back for sure. read more

Yummy sandwich!! This is a fun spot w a great theme. Food was generous and tasty. Awesome location!!

The only place to eat in Quilcene. The motoring theme is past cute, when you see the vintage gas pumps you are in the right place. What initially hooked me was the smoked turkey breast I smelled smoking on the deck. It was a staple in my fridge, kept my football playing son at the top of his game. But the sandwiches are the stars here. All named after cars, even the Prius ... meatless of course, is delicious. Don't expect elk burgers available everyday, but grab one if they got elk. Nicest people in the world who happen to put out the best food in town at prices that are more than reasonable. Love Gearhead ! read more

The Elk Burger is By FAR, the finest burger experience in this part of Washington. And Trust me, I Eat!!! If you like beef jerky as well? Get a bag of Theirs!!! PERFECTO!!!! I am now a regular, if you compare local burgers? don't leave this one out of your computations, their Elk burger puts ALL others within 50 miles in the dust. (Dang, I just ate, and now I'm hungry again...) read more

Highly recommended deli! I tried the charger with turkey and was delicious. My better half had the "911" with baguette and was fresh and tasty as well. Clean restrooms and polite staff! it seems that a parking lot nearby has an EV charger (not sure if open to public though). read more