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    Kearny Mesa Deli

    4.6 (110 reviews)
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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Nice place. We came from out of town and found this clean yummy place. The couple there were very friendly. Highly recommend! The avocado toast is delicious

    Tania C.

    Tried this place for the first time. It was okay. A bit pricey for a deli but I got a big sandwich, although the flavor was not all there. Service was quick. Could use a bit of a better ambiance. And above all, the servers can smile a bit. Anyway, if you are in the area, please try them out, and let me know your own experience. Happy sandwiches!

    Veggie sandwich
    Liz G.

    Kearny Mesa Deli has some great sandwich options. I ordered the veggie sandwich, which was really good. Really fresh ingredients! Prices are fair and service is ok. The space inside is pretty small so there is limited space to stand while you wait for your food. Plenty of parking available in a lot and on the street.

    Cynthia H.

    I was mislead by some of the Yelp reviews, thinking I was going to get a good homemade breakfast sandwich. My sandwich had imitation cheese and not sure what the thin sausage patty was made of. This place is run by a two person team and is located in a somewhat industrial business park area that serves local businesses. The vibe wasn't comforting nor cozy at all. Just kind of a place to grab and go, if you must.

    Ham Sunrise Delight on an English muffin +avocado & sprouts $8.10 including tax.
    Ilyssa B.

    Cute little deli! Looks like it's a mom & pop shop. I was greeted & helped right away. I ordered a ham, egg, & cheese breakfast sandwich but I added avocado & sprouts. Next time I think I'll ask for pesto just to give it a little flavor because otherwise it's a simple straight forward breakfast sandwich. $8.10 but probably cause of the extra avo & sprouts. Still a very good price I'd you think about it. What I also love is that their sandwiches aren't greasy at all, the greens tasted fresh, & the portions are great! I'll definitely be back! Also, they memorize they're regulars' orders. If that isn't amazing customer service I don't know what is.

    Sunrise Sandwich (plain bagel, scrambled eggs, american cheese and avocado)
    Monique F.

    I was searching for a place close by that was serving bagel sandwiches and this place popped up as #1. I can see why after going and ordering a Sunrise Sandwich. It's a small cafe shop with lots of drinks, snacks and food options. The lady who took my order was very sweet and patient. Service was quick! I received my order in less than 5 minutes. The sandwich was splendidly prepared (check the photo). It was cut perfectly and the egg, avocado and cheese were placed evenly. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for breakfast (served until 10:30am) and lunch!

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    Always like this spot. Their sandwiches are the bomb. They are helpful and the food is great.

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    Super good food super fresh and they were super fast making it most definitely coming back big on the deli coming from New York

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    A daily must. The prices are unbeatable and the food/ drink options are delicious and endless! Love that it's family owned!

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    2 years ago

    It's adorable. Loved the coffee and the California club. It makes me feel like home. Highly recommended.

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    Over 5 years later I am still a weekly customer, I always get the Kearny Mesa classic because I don't steer from perfection.

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    Jersey Mike's always makes me happy and my recent visit was especially great!…read more I stopped by during the busy lunch rush. Opposed to standing in line, I ordered on the app and waited in my car. I was immediately greeted when I walked in a few minutes earlier than expected order completion. They let me know it'd be ready in less than 5 minutes. I liked the communication between team members and to the customers. I ordered completely different than my normal turkey and provolone. My order, which shall 100% be repeated, was: regular Italian on wheat, pickles, banana peppers, hot chopped pepper relish, oil and vinegar. I asked for extra pickles and banana peppers too. He said he put extra on the sandwich but the other locations give me extra in a cup. I asked for the cup and they made it no problem. I thought I'd take a Pic in the car, eat half and save the other half. Ha! That entire sandwich was gone in 10 minutes. Super enjoyable! The lot is tight and gets crowded, but because so many people are doing quick pick-ups, the turnover rate is high. You shouldn't have to wait long for a spot. ​Suggestion for Management: Adding shade or umbrellas to the outside tables would be a huge improvement! Other spots in the shopping center offer shade, which can definitely be a deciding factor for lunch on a warm day.

    I really want to like this location because it's so close to my job, but unfortunately I've had…read morerepeated issues when ordering through the app. The first time I ordered the CA Club, the bacon was missing. I assumed maybe they were out since I noticed a missed call afterward. However, the same thing happened again today. When I called, I spoke with Veronica, who was very kind and professional. I explained that if I'm paying for the more expensive subs, I expect to receive everything included. She placed me on hold to check with the staff and came back saying I didn't pay extra for bacon--only for avocado--and that bacon had been added to the salad. My concern wasn't about adding extras, but simply receiving the order as intended. Unfortunately, the preparation didn't follow my instructions this time either. I had also requested the relish on the side to avoid the salad becoming soggy, but it was still added directly on top. Again, I appreciate Veronica's help, but it's frustrating when the order isn't prepared as requested. Don't plan on going back !

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    First time for my wife and me at Lit'l Pepper, and being originally from New York, I'm hard to…read moreplease when it comes to deli/bodega food. But Lit'l Pepper did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in, we were promptly greeted and made to feel welcome throughout the entire experience. I ordered the Sexy Boy, and this sandwich was MASSIVE! The pastrami was hot, tender, and falling apart in all the best ways--juicy, flavorful, with just the right amount of grease. I'm usually not a fan of banana peppers, so I ordered them on the side. But once I added them to the sandwich, I had to admit...they made it even better! Perfect balance of flavor. Since it was our first visit, they gave us two soups to sample along with gluten-free chocolate chip cookies. The soups were amazing, and the cookies were a nice touch. Small, homey spot. Fast service. Great customer service. Delicious food. And a clean restroom--always a plus! Couldn't ask for much more. Lit'l Pepper definitely earned a return visit!

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