Still makes an excellent sandwich after all these years. Soft bread, quality ingredients, friendly service, with indoor and outdoor seating. The outside seating is shaded by a large canopy of oak trees over picnic tables. read more

Kona's Deli - Pipeline - Delis Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

We stopped by for a quick sando before hitting the driving range. We liked the easy access from the back parking lot off of Foothill Blvd. Walked up the steps into the cute space. Lots of Turkey combo sandos, so we chose what I like to call the Thanksgiving. Sliced sourdough, cranberry sauce and cream cheese with lettuce and tomato. Friendly workers prepared it and served it right up! read more

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Actually one of the top 3 sandwich spots in SLO. People get hyped up on the train for other places, but if you haven't tried em, you should. We've gone here multiple times over many years. They never disappoint. It can get pricey, but no chance you feel hungry after eating. read more

Had the best sandwiches here! Beachbreak and Santa Fe are so good. The young ladies behind the counter are super sweet and great customer service. This should be a 5 star deli. Love the Hawaiian ambience too!!! Glad we came and had to let y'all know! Yummmm!! read more

First time trying out this deli and I really like the vibe of the store. It definitely has a surfer, beach vibe and i like how the menu showcases that as well. I was greeted right when I walked in and was in and out no problem. Service was 10/10. I got the sopranos sandwich which has pepperoni, ham, and mozzarella on hawaiian white. The bread honestly makes the sandwich as the sandwich itself is nothing special. I would definitely come back for a hot sandwich as I know it would pair nicely with the sweet hawaiian bread. Overall, I would recommend if you're looking for a solid sandwich spot read more

Kona's Deli - The Sopranos Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Ordered on Yelp and my order was ready when I got there. Loved their sandwiches and the bag of chips was pretty good, too. I'm not much of a chips fan so the combo was great! read more

I will FOREVERRRR love this place! I come here so often, I hope they keep everything the same forever lol annnnd the workers are so sweet and so helpful! If any sandwich shop in SLO should have a cult following it should be this place. I said what I said ‍ the 6 inch is definitely enough to FILL you UP! I also want to add that I am very picky when it comes to my sandwich meat and I have 0 complaints for Kona's! 100/100 Oh one thing I would change is I would love if they were open later. But that's it. read more

Kona's Deli - Sourdough roll with turkey and salami with all the works and add ons except jalapeños - Delis Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

kona's deli's was such a cozy place!! super family friendly, beachy, and the 3 girls working were so funny to talk to while I was ordering lol. Go check out their new tiktok too for Kona's Deli!! they're hilarious and I can tell they love their job. I'll definitely be back soon for another sandwich :) read more

Kona's Deli - turkey, provologne, & lettuce sandwich on french roll - Delis Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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Kona's has always been my go to spot in slo. I appreciate how friendly the staff is everytime I go in and helpful when asking for recommendations. So sweet white bread is my favorite along side the works with any sandwich from the menu. The beach theme is fun and relaxing. Will be back! read more

How does one get so much flavor action in such a compact fashion? There's a level of mental and physical intimacy one has with such a sandwich. PLT. read more

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I placed an order at this deli shop but wasn't able to pick it up myself due to work, so I sent someone else a few hours later. Unfortunately, by the time they arrived, the shop had already closed. I never received a call or any notification letting me know they'd be closing or that the order wouldn't be held. When I called to ask about the situation, the person I spoke with told me it wasn't their fault that I had "forgotten" my order and questioned why they should have to pay for my sandwich. I understand that businesses have policies and hours, but the response felt dismissive and lacked any sense of customer care. A simple courtesy call or clearer communication would have gone a long way. Hoping they consider handling situations like this more thoughtfully in the future. read more

I've been eating at Kona's Deli since the 1990s, and it's still one of my favorite sandwich spots in San Luis Obispo. The quality has always been consistent--fresh ingredients, generous portions, and unbeatable flavor. My go-to orders are the tuna with cheddar and the Pipeline--both are absolutely delicious. The bread is especially great, soft with just the right amount of chew. My only complaint is that I wish they had longer hours during the week--I can only make it in on weekends due to my work schedule. Still, always worth the wait. Kona's is a true SLO staple. read more

Pretty good sandwich! The size of it was huge! Lots of meat! Will be back. My wife was not a fan of the Hawaiian sandwich roll. Going to try a different bread next time. All and all a good solid sandwich without the 2 hr wait! read more

We used to love coming to Kona's when we would visit SLO. Their old location would often be our first meal stop during any visit. We hadn't been there during our last couple of visits so we made a point of dropping in when we were in the area last week. Sadly, this was not the Kona's we remembered. The staff is still upbeat and helpful and their making of the sandwiches is still spot on. It is the food itself that doesn't hit the mark for us anymore. We remember fresh, soft rolls, thinly sliced meats and cheese, and a variety of fresh veggies. The bread was good, but no longer great. The meat and cheese was good, but again, no longer great. Limited seating inside, but a lot of seating outside. Problem was, all the tables and chairs were covered with dust/dirt. When we shared our experience with a family member who lives in the area, she agreed that Kona's was no longer a "go to" spot for her either. Don't get us wrong, it is a good sandwich shop, it just isn't the great sandwich shop that it used to be. read more

Excellent sandwich, great service, very clean restaurant... I will be back! The bread was fresh and soft!

This has been my go to sandwich shop since college. The sandwiches are amazing and well worth the price! They have a gluten free bread so my girlfriend can enjoy eating here too. I've always had a pleasant experience when stopping by this restaurant! read more

Best sandwiches and the staff are always so friendly, especially the manager who always remembers what my teenage daughter likes on her sandwich. read more

Delicious sandwiches and friendly staff. Sometimes I question the cleanliness since the staff seem pretty casual but its probably harmless.

They do BAGELS NOW!! Come and try one of their Bagels! They are great! (also see my other review) read more

I recently had Kona's Deli as part of a work lunch. I had never even heard of it, so I was stoked to try something new. As I read the menu, I saw they had a sandwich called "Mom's PLT", with a note next to it saying it had been featured on the venerable Guy Fieri show "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives". It even had a little drawing of Guy's bleached-blond, bespectacled head next to it. I thought "Now that's strange." You see, before living in SLO, I lived in Santa Barbara, and one of my favorite places to eat was Norton's Deli. My favorite menu item was a sandwich called "Mom's PLT". It was fucking delicious. They would take good pieces of pastrami and then press them into the griddle, creating this amazing crispyness to the pastrami. It almost became bacon-like, hence the "PLT" name. Inside the restaurant, they had multiple mentions of being featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. I once even watched the clip of their appearance on YouTube while eating the sandwich! Anyhow, when I saw this also on Kona's menu (same sandwich name and ingredients, same Triple D cred), I thought this was a wild coincidence. Maybe the same people owned both restaurants? Maybe two different versions of the SAME EXACT SANDWICH bowled over Guy Fieri within a 100 mile radius? So I ordered it. And it sucked. It was practically inedible. The meat was limp, fatty, and flabby. The bread and the rest of the fillings were fine. But this was not even in the same universe as the sandwich I had eaten over a dozen times at Norton's. I tried to find evidence of Kona's Deli ever appearing on Triple D, but it was to no avail. So I am demanding answers, Kona's Deli! Are you riding the coattails of a superior culinary menu item, and just hoped nobody would ever call you out on your bullshit, or is there something I'm missing here? If it's the former, then shame on you for attempting this half-baked ruse! I'm on to you, Kona's Deli! read more

I was introduced to Kona's by my bf because he raved about it a lot and after my first time I understood immediately. Their sandwiches are deliciously packed and on that Hawaiian bread?? Ooh yum!! Even with just half of the 6" I always find myself full, and I end up telling myself I can probably save the other half for dinner. Somehow, I always end up shoving the other half down my throat though because I just want to keep tasting the delicious flavors. My two favorites that I switch between are Junkyard Dog and Beach Break. The pesto cream cheese in the Junkyard Dog is just soooo good. I also love "the works" that you can add on to your sandwich. It's like Subway, but way better. They also have daily deals like 10% off for students on some certain day. read more

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Oh my goodness! The turkey, cranberry, cream cheese sandwich was delicious!! I could eat that every day and never tire of it. The bread was so fresh! Pleased with the service and prices were fair. read more

This place is so yummy Sandwiches are big They keep the distance for the covid 19 We have been a few times and have had there avocados pesto Turkey yum and some others but all there sandwiches we have had are bomb Be ready to take some home or go in there hungry read more

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Delicious post birth food! My wife was craving a cold cut sandwich after giving birth. This is the only spot near the hospital that offers GF bread. Service was quick and friendly. We went back again the next day. The only knock is the quality of the GF bread. There are so many great options for GF bread now. It was a little bit of a bummer they used a 90s version of GF bread. read more

I love Kona's! Dutch crunch is THE best bread to get a sandwich on. I always get the 6 inch and eat half and get to save the other half for later because the sandwiches are huge! The workers and super friendly! read more

I miss their old sourdough!!!! Still an amazing staff, and they always make an effort to really converse with every single customer. And the fact that they remember my regular order is a perk too read more

Kona's Deli - Delis Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Kona's is awesome. The ambiance of the restaurant is really relaxed with natural lighting and bright colors. The employees are always friendly, the tables are always clean, and the food is always great The Destroyer on dutch crunch bread with the works, nix tomatoes is my usual order. Awesome meat to bread to veggie ratio with plenty of customization options. Overall, one of my favorite places for a sub but it is a little on the pricy side when compared to High Street and Mr.Pickles, so I come here when I have enough Pocket Points to cash in for a discount. 4/5. read more

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My husband got 2 six inch sandwiches on their focaccia and wow! They were delicious. He didn't expect them to be so large. They do not skimp on the fillings. He barely finished half of each sandwich and happily saved the rest for the next day. Service was excellent. Very friendly staff that helped and answered all our questions. It was quiet inside with plenty of seating both inside and outside. Definitely a must try. read more

First time at Kona, absolutely exceeded expectations. Hell of a sando. So many options to choose from though so I was a little lost for a sec, luckily the pretty girl at the register took over for me and put me on the right track. Santa Fe and postmaster is a killer combo, courtesy of Rachel. Get this gal a raise, and if you have any concerns about this spot reach out at 2073517156 read more

Tried out the sandwich place at a yelp event and sandwiches were great. I love that you can customize what you eat and definitely love the Hawaiian theme. There are many different items that you can get here that you can't get everywhere else. The desserts are also worth a try - easy to find near the cash register to temp you. I like the vibe of the place- fun spot to go have a beer during the summer and sit outside and just hang out with friends. read more

Kona's Deli - Fun tables outside - Delis Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

I really enjoyed my sando, I had the Kona Klub on Dutch crunch. Friendly employees, good food. I recommend this place for sure. read more

Kona's Deli - Delis Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Delicious, well-priced, fast and friendly service. We were happy that we stopped in. There was ample shaded outdoor seating on a lovely day. I had the chicken teriyaki on the wheat Hawaiian bread and my husband had the Teddy or Mr. Teddy. read more

I enjoy coming here and it is one of my favorite places for sandwiches in SLO. I have tried the Destroyer, Fullboat, Sopranos and the Longboard. One six inch sandwich at lunch leaves me full and satisfied the rest of the day. I always get the works and add jalapeños and pepperoncini peppers to the sandwich for a kick. I also like their Dutch crunch and sourdough rolls for bread. The staff is always friendly as well. read more

Best sandwich shop I have found in SLO this far. I've tried many, always disappointed. I had The Hank. Lots of Pastrami, it was a very good sandwich with a fair price. The staff was very friendly, quick and helpful. Nice find. read more

Kona's Deli is a wonderful place for many reasons. 1. The sandwiches are bigger than your ex wifes credit card debt 2. The girls working there are like beautiful unicorns from a planet of gorgousness and vibrant flowers 3. The location is very relaxed, however if you go here late morning on a sunday you might get a whif of the bottomless mimosas at Charlies Place next door. And next thing you know you're downtown on a sunday at 2pm crying to the bartender at motav about how much you hate relationships. 4. My only grudge with this place is that sometimes the bread feels like you're taking a bite out of a medium rare porterhouse from Denny's. food = 7/10 (portion is great for the price) employees = beautiful Did I accidentally steal a yerba mate from here = yes read more

We were the first patrons here on their grand opening. We ordered the 12 inch destroyer which consists of turkey, ham, salami, pastrami,pepperoni, and provolone with the Works with added on pepperoncinis. DELICIOUS! This sandwich beats Subway any day, but their prices are a little bit higher, but well worth it. They have a variety of chips, but I noticed they didn't have bottled drinks or any type of desserts just yet. Customer service was awesome!! 4 people assisted in making our sandwich and 2 people rung us up. Decor is surfer beach style kind of reminded me of Splash, but newer and nicer. Being so new, it doesn't even smell like a sandwich place yet, because of the fresh paint. read more

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With such great sandwich joints in SLO (High Street, Gus's) I just find no reason to return to this establishment. Came here for lunch on a Saturday and there were one or two tables with customers. I got their new sandwich "The Shore" which was on focaccia bread. I personally think focaccia is better served toasted or warm. I asked for sprouts in my sandwich but the amount they gave was extremely sparse and barely noticeable. Service was friendly but the quality of the sandwich was just not up to par. read more

Kona's Deli - the shore sandwich. focaccia could use some toasting - Delis Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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Kona's can have slightly strange hours so I always recommend checking or calling before driving straight there, but the quality of sandwich hasn't gone down in the decades I've been eating there. Definitely not just for students, and though the parking can take a second to figure out if it's your first time, it's really, really worth it. read more

Best sandwich in San Luis! Great prices, great taste, and plenty of options to choose from.

Best sandwich ever. I have been coming to Kona's since....about 2002. After it burned down and was rebuilt I was right back in line. It's all about the Destroyer. Super soft bread, amazing meats, the sweet tangy dressing, the finely shredded lettuce. Oh my. Great prices, and a great place. Always friendly employees and they have beer too! read more