The handyman said this was a good place to eat, Derrick was right. The food looked amazing. Tasted even better. Good bread, good toppings and great choices. My wife and I each got a cold sandwich, and will be coming back for some hot food next. The desserts looked fresh and tasty. We got a cookie and a panda bear. Busy place but worth the wait. Will try phone order next time. Great place read more

Gere-a-Deli - ows a man working in a kitchen - Delis Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

Terrific breakfast sandwich at a price point I really appreciate! Also the scones - amazing! Thanks for a great experience.

Food: 3/5. All of the food was inexpensive and quick to come out. Tuscan chicken ciabatta: 2/5. The chicken is dry/not very flavorful, and the size of the chunks make it hard to eat an even ratio of chicken to veggie in every bite. Those who don't love mayo (me), beware: there's a lot of it on this sandwich. The rest of the veggies are lovely. Clam chowder: 3/5. The amount of clams included is very generous, but the soup is much thinner and less flavorful than I'd like it to be. Green giant sandwich: 5/5. Yum! The avocado portion is generous, and the vegetables are hearty. I love the addition of sprouts. Blueberry scone: 4/5. Very inexpensive and not too sweet. Service and atmosphere: 5/5. Everyone who works here is friendly and very helpful. I love the large dining area and funky, retro decor. read more

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Nice service, good coffee, immaculate space, BEST BREAKFAST SANDWICH in Anacortes!! They open later than others (0900) Tue-Sat but it's worth waiting. read more

Nice, open space with high ceilings, with plenty of seating, more inside than outside. Great offerings of freshly baked goods and lots of sandwich options. Unlucky for us, we ordered sandwiches that were layered thick with mayo type spreads which was too heavy and unnecessary. Had we gotten them on the side we would've enjoyed our meal more. The side pickle was good, the side coleslaw was also too mayo-y for our taste read more

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This place is amazing! Situated in a historic building, the atmosphere of this deli keeps patrons looking at all the antique signage and decore. The menu is extensive with large portions. People were lined up to the door. There are so many items I want to try on my next visit such as their quiche or salads. Service was quick and the food was excellent. We loved the Cole slaw. The desserts were so good. Try the blueberry cobbler or the oatmeal raisin cookie. I only got through half my Panda Cake. read more

Their food is excellent! Service is great! I wholeheartedly recommend Gere-a-Deli to anyone that's looking for a great place for lunch. I wholeheartedly recommend this place without reservation. read more

Perfect sandwiches made quickly, excellent customer service, and tasty desserts. Definitely stop by if you're in town. We took our sandwiches on a whale watching tour and they were the perfect lunch for the boat. Everyone else was jealous. read more

10/10 every time. Fast reliable and delish. I've never had a bad sandwich from them. I like to call my order in and pick up on my lunch break. When I have ate inside it's clean, and workers so kind. read more

Gere-a-Deli - Gluten free breakfast sandwhich which is delish! Latte also great and a blueberry kombucha. - Delis Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

Listen, you're going to walk into this place and get good food, nice service, and it's going to come at an affordable price, which are some of the hardest things to accomplish in todays world. With ingredients becoming more expensive and the every day customer harder to satisfy and more needy this deli is a shining star in my book. Personally I judge a place by its BLT and this has been one of my favorites ive ever had being served with haste and a kind smile. The sando was a winner and all the employees are just champions. Simple as that. read more

From Seattle but this place was recommended by a local. Got the California BLT and an almond brownie. Both were amazing. Other folks recommended the cookie and the panda bear... will have to try next time! read more

Gere-a-Deli - California BLT - Delis Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

Probably the best sandwich shop in Washington. They make big delicious sandwiches. Good potato salad, and delicious desserts.

My first visit today. We first decided not o go because it was so busy and the line seemed long. As we turned and left we heard a friendly voice loudly say "Its worth the wait!" After wandering a bit looking for another choice we came back and waited in line which was actually quick. Service was light hearted but serious about the sandwich experience. We placed our order and grabbed a clean and comfortable seat. Lots of great vintage signs and decor to keep you occupied while you wait. And then a friendly server brings your food and makes sure you have everything you need. Delicious, wholesome and filling....just what is needed! Thank you. read more

Great hearty bowl of clam chowder after a whale watching tour, what could be better! loaded with clams and perfectly cooked potatoes! Kids enjoyed their sandwiches. and these cookies (although we haven't eaten them yet) look and smell phenomenal! read more

If you're in Anacortes this place is a must for lunch. I love a good deli and this place has it all. Friendly service, amazing sandwiches and chowders. Get some chowder here! I never got a dessert while here as I was trying to watch my sweet intake but now I slap myself everyday for not trying some. They looked crazy good. Typical deli atmosphere, little loud but who cares when the sammiches are this good. read more

Gere-a-Deli - Chowder. Get it! - Delis Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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This place has the absolute best pastrami sandwich outside of NYC and compares with Katz's or any of the most beloved delis in the Big Apple! Such amazing soups and breakfast treats like berry scones and huge cinnamon rolls! An unforgettable experience with a very old NY vibe!! Love it! read more

I've searched far and wide for a deli in WA and when I walked in I immediately knew I found what I've been looking for. Delicious deli and a variety of options. The scent of bread, soup and deli meats fills the air right when you walk in. Lots of seating with old school decor that gives you that homey feel. Long line when we walked in but it moved quick. Friendly staff with prompt service. I customized my sandwich and my partner ordered liverwurst and a meatball sandwich. We also ordered a cookie that was bigger than my hand! It was soft, warm and very tasty. Our sandwich's were absolutely delicious and we'll definitely be coming back to try some of their other offerings. Highly recommend! read more

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Ghirardelli has the best sandwiches and soups and the portions are so large and the prices are so great. It's phenomenal. You can't get a better deal than at this place and a better sandwich or salad at this place Ruben is my favorite. read more

The line was out the door... This is definitely the place to be. Locals were friendly and telling us the best things to order... my husband listened and I didn't. I ordered the Italian and the bread was awful, stale. It was really hard to eat and not enjoyable at all. My hubs got the beef and mushroom hot sandwich with an odd name? He loved it! Best sandwich ever. Kids weren't impressed with the gobbler, we had ordered that a few days earlier from a different restaurant, that one came hot on a croissant. This was cold and on the same stale bread. Also couldn't resist the panda bear! It was like hostess ho hos in cake form, it was heavenly, only wish we had more!!! Even though one slice was perfect for a family of 4 to share. Food came out relatively fast for the amount of ppl there! Call ahead to order food to go! read more

Just the perfect place to grab a sandwich, pastry, or soup and salad before or after the ferry ride/whale watching trip across the sound! We were famished after a 4.5 hour whale watching tour and had planned on grabbing a meal a couple doors down. Once we realized this touristy area was going to offer mostly sit-down restaurants that we would wait forever to get served, we came straight here. Best decision! I loved the decor of Gere-A-Deli and the punny name. Service was friendly and food was ready fast. We will be back on future trips to Anacortes! read more

My friend and I stopped here on our way to the ferry station and I would certainly come back again! Picture this: you had just spend the day playing at your friends house as a kid and you go inside the house. Their mom says hey, come to the table I'll give you guys something to eat. You have a soup and sandwich and it hits the spot. This was todays visit. The deli sandwich was great and the chowder soup surprised me because it was just good. Would definitely recommend if you're in the area . P.S: cookie and scone today for the win! read more

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Oh my freaking god. After wandering up and down the road deciding where to eat, my wife and I chose here. We are so glad we did! The interior is old in a charming way. It is not made to look old and vintage, it just is. Not forced. I had "Some like it hot" which is a ham pastrami sandwich with provolone. That in and of itself was one of the best sandwiches I have ever eaten but then they served it with a side of hot mustard that looked homemade. It was more like a chunky paste. Simply a wonderful experience. read more

Gere-a-Deli - Some Like It Hot pastrami sandwich - Delis Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

Our favorite sandwiches are the Gobbler and the tuna melt. We also love the mango chicken curry salad, the berry cobbler, and the fluffy cheesecake. Sometimes my partner and I sneak out and take our lunch break here on Friday, and we look around at the vintage decor and all the old people, and we say, "this is like a preview of what it will be like to grow old together." But truly, if the oldest/wisest people in town make this their regular spot, there's a good reason. And everyone in town knows that if you get invited to a party catered by Gere-a-Deli, you don't want to miss it! (Lemon cake. It's all about the catered lemon cake.) Service is quick and friendly. read more

Delicious gluten free bread!! Super cool vibe definitely reccomend. Super fast service too read more

Gere-a-Deli - Delis Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

My friends and I came here for lunch, and the place was super busy. It looks like a super cool neighborhood spot. I had the meatball sandwich and a cup of clam chowder. The sandwich was good, but I was expecting more meat in the sandwich. The soup was good, but not super flavorful. Based on other Yelp reviews, I should have tried the cobbler for dessert. However, I just wasn't in the mood for dessert after lunch. The decor is retro and comfy casual. Definitely a nice place to relax a bit. All in all it was a great spot for a quick bite as my friends and I headed back to Seattle. read more

We try to hit Gere-a-Deli whenever we are in Anacortes. On sunny days there is usually a line out the door, which sends us to go find another place to have lunch. This time we picked a cloudy day and the line was almost to the door, but not outside. We had to be fast to get a table when someone got up and left, I raced a woman to a booth but she beat me to it, we were so happy when a window seat opened up right after that! We split a Tuna Melt and a Caesar Salad. The salad was delicious, and it came with a yummy roll. The sandwich was a little light on the tuna, in fact some of the sandwich didn't have any tuna at all, and the sourdough bread wasn't the best I've had. Next time I will get my sandwich cold, I much preferred my sandwich the last time I dined at Gere-a-Deli. Our lunches came out really fast considering how busy they were, and I saved my bag of Tim's Cascade chips for the drive home, I love those chips. I will return to try some other items on the menu, but probably not during the lunch rush, I'd rather not race other people the get a table. read more

Ordered a Reuben sandwich and tomato soup to go. I only ordered the 1/2 sandwich was fine as the portions are very generous and the sandwich included a bag of chips and a helping of potato salad. I had read that it can be very busy so I purchased my sandwich around 11:00 AM. They said it would take 15 minutes but it was quicker than that. The sandwich was tasty with a generous helping of meat and the soup was very good. Staff were friendly. Overall, very good value with the generous portions and good service. read more

This is a limited review only. Every year, I drive 1.5 hours to Anacortes for their Anacortes Arts Festival. Every year, I stop at the Gere-a-Deli for their blueberry cobbler with ice cream. Yum, yum!! A huge stack of trays waiting to be served seemingly nonstop to the festival-goers (like me). Scooped from a big tray with plenty of berries visible, it is best to eat it with the vanilla ice cream on top! There is seating, bar style, at the outside of the restaurant so you can sit while you enjoy the treat. The inside is always busy. There was a long line of people studying the menu waiting to order at the register. Lastly, thumbs up on the name. Nice word play of Ghirardelli. read more

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Great sandwiches and super easy online ordering from the ferry. Our meatloaf sandwich and hot pastrami and cheese were ready when we docked. Nice crisp pickle too. Friendly staff and clean bathrooms. Definitely a future stop when going to the islands. read more

Love this deli! We eat here every time we're in town. Sandwiches and salads are the best. I must say they need to spice up their coleslaw and make it creamier. read more

I have purchased the crusty Croatian sandwich for years and the one I just picked up was thin very thin read more

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At the suggestion of another local business we checked it out. Crowded Saturday but the order line moved fast and we found comfortable seating. It's a Pepsi establishment but with Diet Dr Pepper I was happy. Easily one of the top 2 Tuna Melts I've ever had...who knew bacon would make the difference it did. My friend had the French Dip and it was very good by his opinion. Potato Salad was homemade but just a bit too mustard and vinegary. Will definitely make this a stop on future visits to Anacortes. Well staffed and efficient in all areas. Highly recommended! read more

Always a large selection of items, never disappointed in any of the meals I have had. Even if they are busy, staff always pleasant. read more

Oh the yummy sandwiches! Dessert to share that was so delicious. I bought a premade lasagna on my way out the door. I will never buy lasagna anywhere else! read more

Gere-a-Deli - Delis Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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Great service and the biggest and yummiest pastrami ( East Coast Pastrami! Sandwich ) this side of New York!! Fabulous Lasagna on Fridays & Saturdays you take & bake at home! $16. 95 and we had two meals for two! Superb brownies and cookies and fabulous clam chowder & soups!! Been back 3 times in 2 weeks! Top notch! read more

Here-a-Deli has great ambiance and a great selection for breakfast and lunch. Service was great. Feels like the heart of the town.

Great sandwich, the aioli was solid and the food came out quick. I like the big windows, and ambiance is decent as well with good lighting. Thank you, and would recommend. read more

Wanted a sandwich and found this gem! Great sandwiches, best pickles. I did takeout and it was timely and quick to pick up. Half a sandwich is plenty for me and I liked location near handicapped spot. Recommend when in the area, waiting for ferry or just shopping in the town. read more

Fantastic deli - for me it's a must-stop when I'm in Anacortes!

Perfect lunch place! Meatloaf sandwich was thick and full of tasty veggies and the rye was delicious. Potato and sausage and kale soup was hearty. Loved the ice tea. Prices were excellent for the portions and quality. Wished I had a deli like this in my town. read more

Gere-a-Deli - Meatloaf sandwich on rye - Delis Near Me - Anacortes, Washington