I gotta meet this Mario because I absolutely loved the Steak sandwich here! It was so good I didn't…read moreeven take a picture of it haha. It came on a toasted hoagie a with lettuce, tomato, mayo and chimichurri on the side. The meat was a little chewy because it was rare but was really good quality and tasted different from other steak sandwiches. You can tell everything is made to order because we waited quite a bit of time for our food. Enjoyed the tallow fries on the side too! We came in the afternoon after I got back from the airport an it was really busy and the seating outside was very limited. I was very eager to try their smashburger but would get this next time because everyone was ordering it! Highly recommend!

A solid lunch spot at Newport! This place is bustling no matter the time and day and parking can be…read morehard to find so make sure you allot time for that. I usually order their steak sandwich but this time I decided to try their rotisserie chicken caesar salad wrap and it did not disappoint! Each bite was packed with protein and it had the perfect amount of dressing coating every ingredient without overdrenching it. It comes with garlic croutons, crispy romaine lettuce, some sort of shaved cheese, and peperocino peppers. Their ratio of protein to lettuce was perfect and I liked that the wrap stayed intact after each bite. The peppers were unique and added a nice tang. The only thing I would change is for them to add more croutons, I only had a few bites with it. Can't wait to come back to try more of their items!

Great service, unbelievably good sandwich. I really like the atmosphere and how professional they…read morewere making sure I got exactly what I wanted. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who's looking for a GREAT sandwich.

0/10 This place is horrible I came here I was standing in…read moreline for 10 minutes some lady cut in front of me and no one came to me when I was in the front of the line I will NEVER come here I have never felt so disrespected I came in the store no one approached me some lady blatantly cut me and a man immediately came took her order then he walked away HORRIBLE SERVICE

The turkey sandwich here was really tasty & healthy at the same time, which is awesome. The guy…read morerunning the store was super personable and very hard-working filling multiple (as in, all of them) roles by himself. The vibe was super charming on the Balboa Peninsula and some people that eat here act unassuming and then walk into cars with the futuristic doors and speed away. It's a very unique spot here with really good food!!

It was a cute little market but I wouldn't get a sandwich from here again. We both got the turkey…read moresandwich bread was dry and stale and the sandwich didnt have much going on. I mightve ordered the wrong thing on the menu so it's worth trying something different, but I wouldn't crave the turkey sandwich again!

Tried half of the Queen Bee and the Chicken Pesto--both were seriously impressive…read more The focaccia is beautifully baked with a crunchy exterior and soft, fluffy interior. It was a touch oily on the outside, which made it a bit messy to eat, but that richness definitely added to the flavor. The Queen Bee had a perfect balance: creamy ricotta, sweet honey, and fresh green pear all working together effortlessly. The pine nuts were a great finishing touch, tying everything together with a subtle nuttiness. It's easy to see why the Chicken Pesto is a crowd favorite. If you're into pesto, arugula, and sun-dried tomatoes, this one hits all the right notes--especially on that toasted basil focaccia. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu. Only downside is the tough parking situation, but honestly, it's a deli I'd still go out of my way for.

Downtown Balboa Island. Order at the register, but likely got to get it to go, as there are maybe…read moreone or two tiny tables. Casual atmosphere. Slow service - took 10+ minutes for our order, which wasn't big or complicated! We tried the pesto chicken sandwich and brisket sandwich. Chicken was far better than brisket, as brisket was on the dry side. Note they seem to only have focaccia bread, which I found odd for a deli.

This place has great sandwiches. I come here all the time…read more Today I got the Cali cheesesteak. It's got roast beef, mushrooms, marinated cream cheese, jack cheese, onions, and pepperoncinis on a toasted French roll. That's how you can oder it. For me I skipped the onions and added mayo just to switch it up a little, and as always, it was amazing. The bread had that nice toast on it, a little crispy on the outside but still soft. The roast beef was stacked in there, super juicy, with all that melted cheese just covering everything. You can see the mushrooms and peppers mixed in, and it all kind of blends together in every bite. It's messy as heck with all the juices soaking into the bread, but soooo good. Service is always good as well. There are a few girls that worked here today, always smiling, great attitudes, just a really good vibe.

YUM! This was so fire. There was no line when we came in at 2pm on a Saturday, and the cashier was…read moresoo sweet and answered our questions and gave the best recommendations. We waited about 10 mins for one hot and one cold Sammy and everything was 5 stars. There is open seating inside and a very nice outdoor area in the sun or shade with activities to do. We will we returning!

This place gets busy and parking is limited along with seating if you plan to eat indoors our…read moreoutdoors. The quality of food is exceptional, know for their pastry and sandwiches. The bread is high quality and made fresh and hot. I ordered a roast beef sandwich to go, when I opened my bag, I realized the girl at the counter gave me someone else's sandwich, " Cas" I got your sandwich and you have mine. It was a turkey sandwich with cheddar cheese and I ate it, it was pretty good. Better than I thought it would since it's something I wouldn't order. I also got the Carrot cake, Pecan and raspberry tarts. All exceptional tasting.

Parking is in a shared lot and there was no issue finding a spot. Inside feels bright and airy,…read morewhile the outdoor seating is especially lovely with all the plants surrounding the space. Service was fast & friendly throughout the visit. I ordered the chicken curry salad & was a little underwhelmed. The flavor itself was good, but it could have used more dressing and definitely more chicken. The Thai tea was really tasty though. Overall, still interested in coming back to try the sandwiches and baked goods since those looked especially promising.

I have enjoyed Garys New York Deli for over 20 years. They are always consistent. The staff, food…read moreand hospitality is why I continue to come back. Best Tuna Melt, west of the Mississippi .

The best breakfast burrito in town great people as well everyone has to come by at least one'sread more

First time trying this location in fashion island. Great spot to take a break from shopping, or…read moregetting work done on your laptop. There's a good variety of juices and smoothies. Service was decent. Drinks can take awhile to be made, depending on time of day. Aesthetic was nice, clean and welcoming.

It is easy to see why this place has 2.4 / 5 stars. Just stop by and watch the staff:…read more 1. Ignore you when you walk in and avoid eye contact 2. Make you feel like they're doing you a favor by taking your order 3. Give a false sense of cleanliness wearing gloves while using the same gloved hands to work with the register, handle cash, make your drink, wipe their head, and take out trash. 4. Take an uncomfortably long time to get your order 5. Ignore cleaning the bathroom And if you're lucky to get the most miserable, cannot-do attitude of a short girl with dark short hair and a tattoo on her shoulder, like others have referenced in previous comments, well, good luck. She is dismissive, condescending, and has zero concept how to treat paying customers. Don't believe me? Please go see for yourself

Raj, the manager is amazing. He's always so personable and goes out of his way to make sure we're…read moretaken care of every time we come in. Great service and such a welcoming experience. Molly and Dylan

Shades of Cheers and Sam Malone. Stopped in for a bite this…read moreafternoon and was greeted to the likes of Norms entrance. Raj recognized me when asking me if I desired the usual chicken parm(he recommended adding fresh jalapeño) it worked. Picked up the sandwich to a new level. Delicious sandwich and prepared my way. How can one not share an establishment, whose recognition/greeting "was friendly and name recognition. All in all. The sandwich was perfectly made to my specifications and delicious. Kudos to the staff and Raj.

Nadi was absolutely AMAZING!!! She went above and beyond. I've been in customer service for over 20…read moreyears and when I receive service THAT exceptional I make a point to leave a review the moment I get in my car as that level of service is not only so rare these days, but should be acknowledged and commended. The quality of cheeses and fresh cuts of meat are absolutely top tier with many quality cuts and unique cheeses that are very hard to come by. JR was incredibly kind and accommodating as well. Looking forward to coming back in the near future.

If you want high quality meats, cheeses, spreads and more, this is the place to get them. I've…read morepurchased many amazing steaks as Father's Day gifts and recently popped in for a gift card for a retirement gift. All of the staff is friendly and you're never left standing there wondering what you're looking at or trying to make decisions. The store, meat cases and strip mall it is located in are all VERY CLEAN.