Love Giuliano's. Used to work nearby and ate lunch here a lot. Now I drive 30 minutes to pick up family meals for parties and special occasions, and also to load up on bread. BTW, the original on Gardena Blvd is way nicer than the satellite operation on Torrence Blvd. Both make great sandwiches, but the selection of delicacies in Gardena is what keeps me coming back. Parking is pretty good. PS - I see some people saying that their prices have gone up. To me, the quality is worth it. And, yeah, their pizza is just okay. Go for the breads and sandos. read more

Don't order the pizza!! This is the worst place to get it and it's just cheap bread with some sauce over it, no flavor, taste or crust whatsoever! Disgusting!! read more

There is no better Deli in Los Angeles then Giulianos Deli the original in Gardena Sandwiches are unmatched their entrées are like recipes from Italy They're cold cuts and cheese selection is amazing along with their imports from Italy Forget about it And last, but not least the service especially the guy that runs the show. I call him handsome Frankie. He's always got a big smile and he's always got time to talk, but nobody moves faster than this guy and when you talk great service his pictures in the dictionary. Do yourself a favor and head down to Gardena Boulevard and drop in on Giuliano's the original read more

Old school since 1952. This has always been a popular place to buy sandwiches and other food items. A blue collar customer in front of me picked up at least ten ready made torpedoes most likely heading back to the work site. Luckily he left a large torpedo for me LoL. My mom and I sat outside while we enjoyed the sandwich. read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - Old school since 1952 JUN2026 - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

Forget the copycats... THIS is the original spot, and now officially my favorite restaurant. My Wife and I used to frequent the Torrance location until I found out this is the original and not affiliated with the other one. After eating here, the difference was obvious. The food is amazing, authentic, and made with quality ingredients. The employees are always friendly, welcoming and helpful. What makes this place special is that it's more than just a restaurant -- they carry traditional Italian foods including fresh pasta, canned goods, bakery items, sliced meats and cheeses by the pound, sandwiches, salads, olives, condiments and more. On our last visit we were craving a French Dip Sandwich... and wow. The meat was unbelievably tender, practically melting in your mouth. We added provolone cheese and that was all it needed. Paired it with some macaroni salad and it was absolute perfection. Definitely one of those places you keep coming back to. read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - French Dip with Potato Salad - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

Pastrami, pastrami, pastrami! It's my favorite hot deli sandwich to order and as an intro to Giuliano's, I'm now a fan. We enjoyed a picnic and my sandwich was the main character! Juicy pastrami, soft bread, and mustard. Yum! This was a pick up order that my friend made but the food inspired me to visit. read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

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This is one of the better Italian delicatessens around their food is great. The hot sandwiches are really good. The pizza is good. The service is always great. Everyone in there is always really nice. The Deli area is really cool. You can get lots of salads and meats, top quality stuff and never forget the bakery with all the yummy treats that they serve. We've tried all sorts of stuff and everything is always really good and you can also pick up other stuff to make your own food pasta bread, pastries you name it they have a lot of stuff here. It's really good and a little seating area to eat. Your sandwiches is really nice. This is definitely an A+ Place. read more

Giuliano's never fails to impress! We recently tried their torpedo sandwich which is prepared in advance and sits on the counter near the bakery. There are 2 sizes, and my husband and I can share the large easily. It's filled with deli meats and seems to very popular. We also love their cookies, especially when they have seasonal sugar cookies like their Valentine hearts. If you haven't been to Giuliano's, you'll be surprised as we were that we hadn't tried them sooner. read more

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We visited on Father's Day and ordered spaghetti and meatballs. After paying and sitting down on the patio, we opened our meals and noticed that one of the spaghetti and meatball orders only had one meatball, while the other order had three. We checked thoroughly, even moving the noodles around to make sure it wasn't hidden underneath, but there was only one. Assuming it was simply a mistake, my mom went back to ask if the missing meatballs could be added since we had paid for the meal. What bothered us was not the mistake itself, but how it was handled. The employee looked at the food, spoke with other workers, and then asked my mom if we had "mixed" the food. My mom explained that we had moved the noodles around to check for the missing meatballs. The implication that we might be trying to get extra food was disappointing and honestly insulting. We come here because we enjoy the food, and if we wanted additional meatballs, we would have gladly paid for them. Eventually, they did provide the missing meatballs, but only after questioning us. What bothered me even more was the lack of customer service when I tried to address the situation. I stood at the register area hoping someone would acknowledge me or ask if I needed assistance. Despite being clearly visible, no one did. Eventually, I asked another employee who was at the deli section who the manager was, and he directed me to a gentleman in a white shirt at the register.. But then proceeds to ask if there was something wrong and if he could help me. He mentioned he was one of the managers.. To his credit, this manager listened to my concerns, and was apologetic. I'm not writing this because of a missing meatball. Mistakes happen. I'm writing this because customers should not feel accused or questioned when politely requesting that an obvious mistake be corrected. The food is still good, which is why we continue to visit, but the way this situation was handled left a sour taste on what should have been a pleasant Father's Day meal. And to add even after that insult, My father still went back inside to purchase more products. Thank you to that particular manager who listened and made sure he'd talk to those individuals. read more

Grew up in Gardena... but have lived in OC for over 40 years. Every time I pass Gardena on the 405, my mind wanders and picks 2-3 places to stop to get (nostalgic) food to take home.... Guliano's Torpedo Sandwiches are one of my "go-to's" and my NEWEST FIND HERE IS THE ZUCCHINI AND CARROT BREAD! The nice gentleman told me it was his Grandma's recipe. IT'S ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL!!!! .... at an incredible price!! read more

Got a large Roast Beef sandwich. Really good sandwich. The sandwich comes with provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and mustard. The Roast Beef was tender and flavorful. The roll was soft with the right amount of texture. I also have to mention that they make a very good Meatball sandwich. Service was very friendly and prompt. read more

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One of my favorite places to stop when I'm in town. This place has been here since I was a kid growing up. The provide fast friendly service. But I have to warn you that they can get busy especially during lunch hour and around dinner time. read more

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The best always!!!! So many items to choose from. Staff is always so sweet, friendly and helpful. You can never leave with just one item. Parking can be a fuss sometimes. Fresh Italian yummies. Their deli counter is always fresh and packed with delicious food. We've been coming here for over 40 years. I wish they delivered. Smells so good when you walk in. read more

Amazing food and sandwiches! They have plenty of options in the deli, bakery and shelves. Love love love this place and I'm so glad I finally found it but sad it took me this long! Service was friendly enough. Calm ambience, little small and hard to walk around when busy but I believe that just adds to the charm! read more

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I ordered the Party Sub Giulio UNBELIEVABLE! I have never had an authentic Italian sub and the bread was nice and soft seemed fresh! The meat was more than enough I LOVED that. Only gripe I'd have is slightly more lettuce but overall GREAT sandwhich! 8.5/10 read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - Giulio Party Sub - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

Can we say beautiful in a store!! How have I never been here before. Found this place by accident and a happy one it was. Friendly, fast service with delicious goodies to feel your eyes appetite and that of your belly. You will not be disappointed at all. Came in for a sandwich for the the half and left with literally almost one of everything'. Stretchy pants here I come read more

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Got the Giulio sandwich. The small was still pretty big and decent price. The meats were fresh and the bread was soft. The staff was really nice. The food can take awhile to make given it's so busy during the lunch rush. The market itself is nice for getting many Italian items like olive oil, fresh pasta and tinned fish. The outdoor seating is nice but also next to a busy street so it can get loud. read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

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We love the OG Giiliano's! Quick stop to pick up cold cuts (Smoked Turkey and Cheese), potato salad, and breads. We also picked up a take and bake pizza, first time I have seen these! The breads! First time I have seen Sicilian bread, including ones with Sesames! So excited to finally find these, I grew up with Italian Bread back East. Picked up and also a loaf of sour dough. They carry so many types of bread including French and French baguettes! Very excited to find Germsn Butter Cheese! I haven't seen this anywhere since Alpine Village closed! What a great score! read more

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So many delicious things! Vegetarian review: - cheese sandwich was delightful. It's just cheese if you want it, but it really becomes a build your own. There's lettuce, tomatoes, bell peppers, pepperonis, etc etc. I added pesto. So good. - baguette (sliced, in a bag). Super soft and perfect for dips or just as snacks. These run out. - caprese salad: least favorites of them all, but still ok. It was not quite as flavored as I would have liked, and the mozzarella was kind of soft (which sounds good, but is somehow not). - spinach dip: so good. So worth having. Get this. Parking was actually not bad (Sunday around 2pm). Service was great read more

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$10 for a large torpedo in this economy gets a well deserved round of applause. I've let go of the resentment that the fillings were more robust pre-pandemic. The bread has and remains the same delicious chewiness. Highly recommend if you're in the area! Cookies by the pound, fresh made desserts, sides for grab and go, dried Italian pasta, spices, jars of pickled veggies & delights. YES and YESSS for those in the back who just arrived. Thank you, Giuliano's fam for keeping the 2 locations open and feeding me & the fam for decades. Yelp fam: Someone told me the grandsons have their own delis and restaurants in Hermosa / Torrance. PLEASE drop into the DMs if you have the names. read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - Mood. Love the torpedos! - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

Parking: Free street parking spots outside. Experience: We came for a late lunch around 3pm and were a little overwhelmed by the menu. You order at the sandwich counter then wait for your food and then pay at the bakery counter. Everything sounded good. I got a small torpedo sandwich, which was $8 and massive! If you don't specify a small, they'll give you a large which is probably 2 feet long! We loved looking at all the Italian products and all the freshly baked breads looked amazing. There's no indoor seating, but there were some tables outside so we ate there. Overall, excellent value for money, Subway could never! read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - Torpedo (small) - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

Shrinkflation is hitting Giuliano's! I've been coming here for over 20 years and have been very happy with their lunch sandwiches... until recently. I bought 6 large torpedos this last Saturday and noticed they felt lighter than before (I buy anywhere from 4 to 6 every week). When I unwrapped them I noticed that the amount of meats was much, much less than before. I had to cut them in half, then use the meats from one half to build up the other half. I am hoping that this was a one-time mistake on the part of the person who made them. I will go back next Saturday as usual and buy a couple just to make sure. If they continue to be skimpy, I will no longer buy them. read more

Order and food amazing highly recommend torpedo and the crispy chips! Service with a smile and orderly Ambience fantastic !! read more

The good: I tried a cannoli, ready to go torpedo sandwich, Napoleon cake, M&M cookie, chocolate cupcake, two sodas and a cream horn. They have covered outdoor seating. I also got small pasta noodles that were under $3 each. The prices here were fair. There was plenty of street parking that was free. The service was prompt. The cannoli tasted fresh and had a good texture on the outside without being soggy nor too hard. They had ready to grab smaller desserts as well in the open fridge section. They had gelato and freshly made bread. This was a very enjoyable experience. None of the desserts tasted old nor did it have that old oil flavor. I'd definitely come here again. The bad: I would've liked more kick (more acid, onion, a little more flavor) in the torpedo sandwich but overall it was enjoyable and easy to eat. I read you can add specialty dressings so I'll do thar next time. The interesting: The cupcake frosting was super shiny and stretchy. They've been around since the 50s. read more

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This local spot is one of my favorites for Italian food in the South Bay! Both times I've been it's been packed so i definitely recommend placing a phone order ahead of time. The parking can be tricky but I've always been able to find a spot. Inside there's a lot going on, they have a small market with Italian products and wines, a deli, prepackaged food fridges, and the actual food counter. The only food item that has disappointed me here is the chinese chicken salad. I found it bland and mostly full of lettuce with little dressing. The chicken parm with red bell peppers, the fettuccine, and the torpedo are all very delicious and must tries. The torpedo may not look very appetizing but it's a staple for a reason! I'm also a fan of the margherita pizza it's covered in tomato's and it gives it so much flavor. The cannolis are a pretty classic dessert too. read more

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I've been coming to giulianos ever since I was a kid. This place never disappoints. Every time I go there I have to stop myself from buying stuff. Sandwiches, deli meats, cookies, cakes, bread, pasta, etc. it's all great! Service is always on point and friendly, they got the system dialed in. Always call ahead of time because they get packed, and always preorder if you need catering or party orders. This time just the two sandwiches, the French dip and a salami and cheese. read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - Regular sizes French dip and salami and cheese. - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

My inner child always sings whenever we come here. I remember Summer days with my mom and siblings after by brother's baseball practice/games and getting a torpedo and a coke. Some things never change. I still get the same thing. The great thing about their torpedo is it's already made and waiting in a basket for you. Their banana bread and pound cake is pretty amazing, too! read more

I had an hour to kill before picking up my son at LAX. Hit the yelp app looking for a bookmark to try in the area. This place has been on my list for a couple of years and I was jonesin' for an Italian sub. Easy to park on the street and the place was packed. The place is quite large. They had a grocery section for shelf stable items like jarred olives and cans of clams. A big bakery counter for sweets and fresh dishes like sandwiches, pizza and pasta. Another bakery counter for fresh breads (baked here), deli meats, salads and a fresh olive bar. Tons of other shelves and bins with fresh made salads and other dishes packaged to go. Incredible selection of Italian foods. I ordered the Giulio sandwich which came with mortadella, salami cotto, Italian salami, capicola, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, peperoncini and dressing. The bread was fresh and the ingredients were tasty and plentiful. I sat at an outside table with a bag of chips and an iced tea and was one happy camper. read more

Having to work around the Gardena/Torrance area for 20+ years, never have I ever set foot in Giuliano's until today. Lately I've been watching a lot of pastrami sandwiches on YouTube. Today is the day I chased my urge and found out about Giuliano's via Yelp. Ordered the country pastrami sandwich, OMFG! Probably the best pastrami sandwich I've ever had. Everything about this sandwich is just perfect: the bread, the meat, the pickles, and the cheese. Every bite was filled with joy and happiness. I will be back very soon! Cheers! read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - Country Pastrami Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

South bay staple for amazing sandwiches generously portioned. I always get the torpedos and pastramis. They also have a lot of snacks, a deli for buying individual meats, and fresh bread as well! read more

Delicious deli sandwich! Got the torpedo and added crab salad from their deli section! read more

Giuliano's Delicatessen - Torpedo with crab salad - Delis Near Me - Gardena, California

It has a very historic look, and you get the Italian vibe when you come in here my favorite sandwich is definitely the Italian. The bread is good however, I think it could be filled more with quality meats. Overall experience was OK. I wouldn't go out of my way to come back, but if I was in the area, maybe try it again. I think I had higher expectations, especially for an Italian deli. I definitely have had better and again it would not be my first option read more

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Great little hole in the wall! Sandwiches, salads and pizza are delicious. Fast service with helpful staff!

I've been coming here for at least 14 years. My one and only reason for coming had always been for the French rolls. I call them bolillos. They are the best you'll find anywhere. I been to tons of bakeries and some are ok, but these are exceptional. But of course you will find it hard to not want to try more. They have so much to offer. Their pastas are a must. I always take home a couple of different ones. They are cold and it makes for the perfect lunch or dinner. They have a huge variety of pastries, something for everyone. My favorite is the panna cotta. Truly a delicacy. Sometimes I grab something to add to a homemade dish, like a sauce, oil, or a salad. It is an authentic Italian atmosphere. You'll find delicious deli meats and cheeses as well. Sandwiches are great! My family's favorite is the original Torpedo. If you love good quality, scrumptious bread, this is the place. The service here is always amazing. Walk in and you'll feel like family. The vibe is always good. read more

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Luckily, my dentist office is across the street from Giuliano's. This was my first visit since my stroke in 2025. I was lucky enough to find parking near the entrance. I grabbed a large torpedo sandwich. I was able to carry the sandwich to the front and pay for it. Customers were kind enough to help hold the entrance door open for me, making it easier to navigate in and out of the store. Once I got my sandwich home, I cut it in half and gobbled one half for lunch. I ate the second half the next day. The sandwich takes me back over 50 years to when I first ate the torpedo sandwich back in high school! read more

Omg!! Have you tried a crushed meatball sandwich? Well you got to, My mouth is watering thinking about it! It like heaven is in there. It's really a deli, by they have a small outside dining area, about 10 tables. Most of the sandwiches are made to order, all except I think their torpedo sandwich since they sell so many of those! Their service is fast and friendly I used to go there weekly when I worked in area, now I just take the ride when the craving becomes too much. I feel like you can't go wrong with anything there. The food is fresh I've bought my pizza interments there made beautiful home pizzas! If you are anywhere close try them once and you'll be a customer for life, that I can promise! read more

Small hidden spot but very packed inside. Lots of delicious food options. We got the Tuna Napoli sandwich and a meatball Sicilian meatball and cheese. I highly recommend the Sicilian meatballs and cheese sandwich. It was served hot and it was very large. The tuna Napoli was delicious as well! read more

If you love sliced meats and cheeses then this is a must try. They have a wonderful selection of meats including our favorites salami and the roast beef which are delicious. We always get provolone and a smoked cheese. The bear claws and lemon squares are the perfect sweet complement to the meat and cheese. They always have fresh bread whether you like a soft bread or a rustic bread with a sturdy exterior. They are well known for their torpedo sandwich but the pasta is pretty good as well. We've been going here for years and they keep the restaurant clean and customer service is fast and friendly. I've never had a bad experience at this location! This is the only location to go to. Family favorite! read more

Bombs away! No need to take cover for their Torpedo sandwich. Some of the most delicious deli meats in this beauty of a sandwich. I love to pair this with their antipasto salad. It's such a joy when I'm around the area to come here. Parking is never an issue here which is nice. read more

Giuliano's Torpedo sandwich always hits the spot whenever I get a craving! Their consistency and texture are precisely what they promise - pure deliciousness! read more