Every time I'm in Irvine, I try to stop by Le Dip to get a cheap but delicious hot sandwich. Chicken broccoli mushroom is my favorite. It comes with either ranch or garlic sauce - but I ask for BOTH...and I add bacon! So good. They come in either full or half sizes. The half is too small for me so I always opt for full. You can also get a COMBO which includes chips and a drink usually. Prepare to wait a little during peak hours. But for the price and flavor - it's worth a few extra minutes. :) Super casual. Some indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Sandwiches were very well priced and yummy! The Italian soda was good too, the staff was super friendly and willing to remake my Italian soda when it wasn't as I had expected. read more

AHH!! SOO delicious... i tried the chicken eggplant 5" sandwich (with a piece of lettuce, it cost .20 extra) which came up to be about ($3.50) although i was a bit disgusted by the oil stains all over the brown paper bag, the sandwich itself was warm and scrumptious! who cares if you've got garlic sauce dripping down your mouth and hands? my friends and all ate in silence because we were busy enjoying our garlic sandwiches.... we all agreed that my friend's smoothie (i don't know the exact name, but it had peach in it) tasted a bit weird though. it didn't really taste like pure fruit and yogurt... my friend said it tasted like.. chemicals. hahah. so i personally think that this place is just amazing for their sandwiches, not so much on their smoothies... read more

Le Diplomate Cafe - 5" Garlic eggplant sandwich with a piece of lettuce (.20 extra) - Bakeries Near Me - Irvine, California

Awesome...awesome place! I think most 5 stars are from UCI Alums! I came here most of my 5 years at UCI. I also came here during my lunch break when I worked at CMS, nearby. They have the best sandwiches. Anything with the garlic sauce is great! It's a bit pricey for the amount of food, but it's totally worth it! The only that sucks here it makes your breath stank afterwards! Note: the quality of the sandwiches have gone down through the years... I totally agree with Kristina G.'s review! read more

Vietnamese chicken sandwich: Excessive mayonnaise, no flavor. Falafel sandwich: Not crispy, no flavor. Service is fast and friendly, and hot sauces are complimentary (so you can have some flavor!) Would rather just buy a baguette from Le Dip, hit Trader Joe's for chicken sausage and dress my veggies at home =) read more

Came here for some lunch. Small little sandwich store and super busy during peak hours. This place is literally right across the street from UCI in the plaza. So plenty of parking but when its lunch, the plaza is filled with students. This is kind of like earl sandwich. I think they use the same kind of bread too. I ordered the garlic chicken and my bf got the broccoli chicken. You can get the full size or half size sandwich. The half size sandwich is ~$3. Pretty cheap...What I love about this place is the sauce that they put inside the sandwich. It has a rich and creamy taste to it. The sandwich isn't super big, but it is enough to feel the food in your stomach. read more

Affordable, good food, fast service, and right by UCI. Aren't those receipts for success?? I think so too! Try out this place if you ever can. I recommend the BBQ sandwhich, chicken garlic, or the chicken garlic with broccoli and mushroom! TRY IT AND YOU WONT REGRET! read more

Le Diplomate Cafe - BBQ. You can get it in either hot or cold - Bakeries Near Me - Irvine, California

Their Chicken, Broccoli & Mushroom Sandwich is the best and that garlic sauce is so good. Make sure to pair it with any of their smoothies because they've got great tasting smoothies as well. A personal favorite of mine is the Tropical Twist smoothie. It's *chef's kiss* perfect read more

I'm not a fan of their hard bread. My mouth and jaw got sore from eating half of the sandwich. Also they put way too much mayo... In terms of the price, their sandwich is pretty cheap here. I'd rather pay a little extra for Ike's sandwich. P.S. they have really cute paper bag for to-go. read more

I was in Irvine last week and was sooo excited to come here because this is my FAVORITE sandwich place! But I didn't get to go and I was soooo disappointed because Irvine is, by no means, close to me. The sandwiches here are mouth-watering DELICIOUS. I love their chicken sandwiches, especially the cordon bleu! The oozing garlic sauce, the freshly toasted bread, and the combination of all good things in 9 inches (or if you prefer, 5) is just perfect. Oh you Irvine folks, you are blessed! read more

My first trip here last summer was not memorable, so I haven't visited Le Diplomate Cafe for a while until now. My boyfriend fell in love with this place and begged me to come with him, so I relented. He loves the Bacon Chicken Club (because he loves bacon). The first time I came here, I got the Chicken Garlic with garlic sauce, which I thought was pretty good. It would've been better if there wasn't so much mayo. Then I tried the Chicken Cordon Bleu, which I thought was much better. Cheesy and nice. :) But my current favorite is definitely the BLT. Why? Because it has AVOCADO in it!! And I loooooove avocado! When ordering the sandwiches, you can choose between a 5' and a 9'. In my opinion, these are the perfect sizes for me because I don't eat that much. A Subway 6' fills me up a little too much so I always get the 5'. And the prices aren't bad; for a 5', a sandwich is around $3~$4. The place is small and next to the math place at the University Towne Center (UTC). The lines are usually relatively short so there's not much of a wait, but during peak eating times, the wait can be ~10-20 minutes. read more

There was mold - yes, MOLD - on my supposedly "fresh" sandwiches. I called in to let them know. The girl who picks up ultimately only says "uh okay... bye" before hanging up. So I'm left here with moldy old sandwiches, which I had spent good money on, and disappointed at the lousy customer service they have here. In short: I hate paying good money for horrible food. I hate poor management/staff that refuse to do anything about it. It's one thing to mistakenly serve bad food; it's another to ignore and hang up on the customer who brings it to light. It's not the moldy food that has turned me away from Le Dip; it's the fact that they will refuse to make amends to at least correct it. Yes, on most days, their sandwiches are usually good and usually worth the money. BUT I honestly am wary of returning, in case that mold comes up again and I end up wasting my hard-earned money on sandwiches, since their customer service is so lacking and will only ignore it. A waste of my time. A waste of my money. So disappointing for a loyal customer. Will not return. read more

Review is of the regular BBQ pork Banh Mi. It was okay (3 stars). Maybe because we aren't college students anymore, the food at Le Dip isn't all that appealing. The BBQ pork that is used is commonly used at many viet restaurants. You know the OG reddish pinkish pieces of meat. But they add the BIGGEST PIECES OF JALAPEÑOS, not sure who would enjoy big quarter sized pieces of jalapeños to implode in your mouth...but my BF and i sure didn't enjoy it... *ask for jalapeños on the SIDE!!! The bread is really good toasted. Nice and crispy/ flaky on the outside and squishy on the inside. Ask for the hot sauce and the garlic sauce for added flavoring or enhancement. read more

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It wasn't until I graduated from UCI that I finally tried Le Diplomate. I had heard great things about this place and really wanted to try it but I never made the time to go. It truly was a mistake to not have gone here sooner! All this time wasting my money at Lee's when I could have been stuffing my face at Le Dip. Their bread is nicely toasted, has a fluffy interior, a savory garlic sauce (garlic chicken is amazing!) and fair amount of meat to help curb your appetite. If I had to think of something negative it would be the size options. You either can have a 5 in or a 9 in, why isnt it 6 and 12? I wish there was a 12 inch option but sadly I must settle for the 9 inch. A little pricey but quality always trumps quantity. read more

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Oh how I love Le Dip. I have to stop by here everytime I'm in Irvine because it's just that good. Theres a simple process to why I love it: 1) I love Vietnamese sandwiches. 2) I love Hot Pockets = OMG this place makes Vietnamese sandwiches/Hot Pockets! My go to is the Chicken, Broccoli, Mushroom. A hot pressed sandwich made with a flaky but soft bagguette stuffed with chicken, brocolli, & mushrooms and your choice of ranch or garlic sauce. Get it with Garlic sauce and slap on the Sriracha and your in for a delight. This is what a Hot Pocket is trying to be. I also recommend the Vietnamese Special with Pate if you're down with that, it's better than Lee's cause there's more meat and the bread won't cut your mouth. Other fav's are the Chicken Bacon Club & the NY Liason. read more

Consistency. If you are in the area, stop by. Bacon Chicken Club, both sauces. Use Sriracha. read more

Le Diplomate Cafe - College favorite. Glad I live close by so I can get this every weekend. - Bakeries Near Me - Irvine, California

Truly the most spectacular sandwich shop I have ever experienced in my life. I was lucky enough to go to a university right in front of Le Diplomate Café and I am lucky that I LOST weight during my four years at UC Irvine. Hands down, Le Diplomate has the best sandwiches at the best price. Go visit and just try their Garlic Chicken sandwich and you will leave satisfied and full! Le Diplomate Café is a small sandwich shop in the University Town Center (aka UTC). I think it has gone through the test of time because there have been quite a few restaurants that have opened and closed throughout the years. Le Diplomate is standing strong and I am incredibly happy. You can enjoy a 9" sandwich for under $7. They also have happy hour specials which include a chip and drink for just $5-6. Perfect for college students and anybody who wants to dine on a dime! I've tasted a variety of their sandwiches and I have been happy with every single one of them. My absolute favorites are definitely the Chicken Garlic (ask for a side of extra garlic sauce - TRUST ME), the Chicken Cordon Bleu, and their Chicken Eggplant. What I love about Le Diplomate is that their sandwiches are simple yet flavorful and come out warm with a perfectly toasted French baguette. I think Le Diplomate Café is up there in my list of top restaurants. The food is delicious, the service is quick, and it is low cost. They also have drinks from teas, Italian sodas, smoothies, and coffee. It is a café afterall! read more

It has been years since I've been to "Le Dip" while visiting a friend who attended the nearby university. And I have been back recently, and it's great to know that the Chicken Garlic with Broccoli is still affordable and delicious. Hands down, one of the best sandwiches I have ever had and one of the very rare instances in which I have found that my nostalgia wasn't misguided - this is a pretty damn good place to eat. Located within a shopping center, Le Dip is a smallish little cafe with an huge sandwich menu. The Chicken Garlic is arguably their most popular sandwich, and I like to add on broccoli in there to make sure I'm getting some veggies. The bread is crunchy; the garlic and cheese interplay (garlic sauce) is a match made in heaven; and I just find that the broccoli not only helps cut through the richness but also adds some great texture alongside the hearty bread. If you are in the Irvine area, I'd say this place is easily in my top ten. read more

Le dip is one of my fav places at UTC. Love how there's lots of space around the store to hangout, study and chill. Yes agree with everyone below! Garlic chicken sandwich!! A must try and I promise you won't regret it. The bread of the sandwich is so gooooooood! read more

Great sandwiches! One of the places I try to stop by if I am ever near the UCI campus. The garlic chicken , chicken eggplant, chicken broccoli mushroom and chicken Dijon are my favorites. Garlicky, gooey, creamy heaven in each bite. *hmmmmm goodness* Reason for the minus star is for me the servings are too small, I can easily finish 2 sandwiches in one sitting and I am not a fatty... just a tad chubby. You can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches here as they quality ranges form pretty good to fantastic. If you are feeling fantastic don't pick the traditional sandwiches like roast beef, try something different you won't be disappointed. read more

I'm a sucker for paninis and have always found a good one at Corner Bakery. Finding a great toasted sandwich that's made like a cuban sandwich...sweet! If you've never had one, its squished to a golden perfection. :) There's a delightful super crunch when you bite in and they toast the cheese perfectly so it stretches but doesn't burn you when the cheese strand hits your chin. The garlic mayo came warned that its a little garlicy, and it IS, but I like garlic. Be warned if you're planning on lip locking within a few hrs of eating it. Or maybe love will prevail and conquer all? Um, if you're not sure...skip the mayo. O:D read more

Mmm Le Dip I don't eat here as much as I should, but their sandwiches are grrreat. If you like garlic, (and cmon now, who doesn't like garlic), their sandwiches have garlic sauce which make them all the better. There's a good variety of sandwiches and I'm sure you'll easily discover what will be your new fave. I love how they have sides of Siracha sauce (hot sauce), and I love even more how well it actually goes with the sandwich. You can get a 5 inch or a 9 inch sandwich, and I would either go with a 5 inch sandwich-chips-drink combo or just get a 9 inch sandwich and a drink. They are not too heavy, affordable, and a perfect meal to eat in between classes or if you're on a lunch break. read more

I can honestly say nothing compares to this place. I come here pretty often since I am a student at UCI and it's located at UTC. I was sold on my very first visit and whenever anyone of my friends or family visits I always recommend them to le dip. I ALWAYS get the Chicken Broccoli Mushroom with garlic sauce. NEVER FORGET THE GARLIC SAUCE. It is literally a glimpse of heaven when I bite into it. I always crave this when I go home. I have tried the Chicken Cordon Bleu and it was delicious as well. read more

Great little Vietnamese sandwich cafe here with a good European twist. The store's been here since my college days and its still here at the University Tower Plaza so that must mean something! This is a tiny storefront and they only have about 3 tables inside so it's probably best to order takeout if you come during busy times. The best part about this place is you can call in and order before you come so it saves a lot of waiting time! Their hot sandwiches are wonderful. They can toast most sandwiches so ask for it if you like your bread crispy! I highly recommend the Italian connection and the chicken cordon bleu. Simply amazing. Their shakes are also pretty decent! Been coming back for more throughout the years and the quality is still there. So if you are a sandwich lover you must try it here! read more

Speaking as an Irvine alumni, you HAVE to try it if you haven't already. I still head to Irvine every so often to get my ledip fix! The freshly toasted bread.. The rich garlic sauce.. Omg, the garlic sauce. There are no words. Just unfff. I'm sure any sandwich with the garlic sauce is good, but I always stick to the chicken cordon bleu (with extra garlic sauce, of course!) Oh, and don't forget to add sriracha to your sandwich, it does wonders. If you're looking for a cheap yet satisfying meal, try ledip! read more

Le Dip. A UCI classic and favorite of college students. What can be said about Le Dip that hasn't already been said? My favorite is the Dijon chicken. The sandwiches are fresh and the bread has the perfect crunch to it. I love the sauce they put on their Dijon chicken. Price can be a little steep for the average college kid budget but a splurge on a Le Dip sandwich every once in a while is a MUST for any UCI student. The restaurant has limited seating inside but UTC has plenty of outdoor seating. Whenever I come back into town to visit and reminisce my college days, I have to make a stop at Le Dip. read more

It's been a while since I've been to Le Dip, but as most others have raved about, the garlic chicken was my first sandwich here. As I began to come here more often (I lived across the street, so it was on the way to school), I refused to change my order and stuck with the garlic chicken each time because I liked it so damn much. It was just that and some ice water, and usually I was good to go. Although the chicken can be dry at times, the garlic sauce usually makes up for it and is enough to re-hydrate the chicken meat. The chicken cordon bleu is also very similar to what I've heard from my friends. It just means that the chicken was prepared slightly different. I highly recommend any one in the UC Irvine area to give Le Diplomate a try. You'll know you're near the place when you smell the garlic. It's a small place, so you may have to be prepared to take it to go. read more

Do yourself a favor and get the chicken broccoli mushroom with garlic sauce. DELICIOUS. I've had other items on the menu, but this one is the best. The vietnamese sandwiches here are also really good! I prefer them here over Lee's sandwiches because their baguettes tend to be hard. You can also buy whole baguettes to make your own sandwiches at home! read more

I normally don't care for Vietnamese sandwiches back home, because the bread ruins it for me... hard and way too much. However, I always keep trying them, with hope that I will find a place that does realize a sandwich relies on ALL of its parts to be a great sandwich. Le Diplomat Café doesn't disappoint with their simple garlic chicken sandwich. A nice crisp toasted outside, and not an overwhelming amount of bread. The chicken is nice and "clean" (as the gf calls it) white pieces, cheese melted nicely, and a creamy garlic sauce that helps bring it all together. Everyone mentions the garlic sauce, and there's a reason why. IT'S DELICIOUS. This place was more of a quick stop on our visit to the University Center, and I wish I had more time to try other sandwiches. If I'm ever up in Irvine again, you know I'll be paying them a visit. read more

Le Diplomate Cafe - Garlic Chicken Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Irvine, California

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It was hard to find. I didn't realize it was in an outdoor mall. I then saw a directory map, and was able to navigate to it. My order was ready on time. We ordered salads and sandwiches. I actually felt bad for the people who ordered the salads (although they looked great and my family said it was very good) because the baguette bread was so delicious- crusty on the outside, soft on the inside- perfect for the tasty fillings. I must admit, I was getting a little sad as I finished my last few bites. I was full and satisfied, but I could keep eating that bread..... read more

One of the best sandwiches i ever had... It is a really small place located among many cafes & restaurants around. Certainly, don't get fooled by the appearance.. sandwiches here are amazing & so appetizing! Tried the Purple pleasure (yeah, that's what they called it), which was refreshing on a warm afternoon! If I'm in Irvine, will go here again! Simple, but super amazing sandwiches! P.S. make sure to try their garlic sauce ! read more

I paid around $7 for a 9" sandwich so the prices are awesome. I ordered the eggplant sandwich (hot) and asked for a side of garlic sauce based on others stating in their reviews that they're a bit stingy with their sauce, plus you can never have too much garlic! To my surprise, they put a generous amount on the sandwich but they were a little stingy with the ingredients (not the feta cheese though); still a steal considering how inexpensive the sandwich is. The bread was a little tough but that's expected with french baguettes. I'm definitely coming back and trying their other vegetarian options. read more

Le Diplomate Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Irvine, California

Been wanting to try this place for months but the chance always slipped away from me! I think this place is vietnamese owned? or mediterranean owned? Not really sure...but their menu extends from American to Vietnamese to Mediterranean, which all sounds delicious and mouth-watering! Since it was just me, I ordered a Chicken Dijon sandwich (first on their list)! It was 5.45$ + tax for the 10 inch and around 3$ for a 5 inch (what i'll get next time) It was a 10 inch sandwich, cut in half, and served in wrapping paper. I didn't know what was inside it so finding out that there was chicken, artichoke, and dijon (w/mayo?) served on a toasted, crunchy baguette roll was a delight! I took advice from other reviewers to try their garlic and ranch sauce (which I thought was 1 sauce combined was actually two separate sauces), which were 25 cents each. The garlic sauce was pretty amazing! It had a really strong garlic flavor without being too overpowering and leave you with unkissable breath. Ranch was eh...just ranch. In short, I would totally recommend this place and I'm looking forward to trying the Chicken Eggplant or some of the other specials! This place is great for people looking for a quick, delicious bite around UCI/Irvine area! (especially for you budget friendly people!) Ample parking in the University Town Center plaza and cash/card accepted. read more

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One of my favorite sandwich places in OC. So excited to find out that they started delivery service. Generous portion and fresh ingredients. Grateful they are keeping business open during this time. We all need to support local business and keep them alive. read more

Three words: GARLIC CHICKEN SANDWICH. Oh my goodness...such a simple sandwich but take one bite and your mind will be blown, guaranteed! I don't know what they put in that garlic sauce but it is freaking addicting!!! I can honestly probably eat here everyday. Add some sriracha if you like a little bit of a kick in your food and bam! perfection in your mouth :) Love this place & miss it every day. Bonus points: Its right across the street from UCI campus making it super convenient for students to pop in for a quick bite in between classes. Another favorite thing about this place for me back when I was in school! read more

So disappointed that they are cheating on the orange juice! This is not acceptable. They claim the orange juice is fresh squeezed, and it is the most expensive drink on the menu. But today i saw the waitress just pouring the juice from the big bottle!!!???? I wanted to point that out at the moment, but I remember waitress was having training last week. (Yes, I go there at least once a week)So I didn't want confront her and then I just left. This made me so sad and disappointed! Cheating is a big deal! They lost a loyal customer and a lot of other customers who I have recommended to this place! read more

Le Diplomate Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Irvine, California

Garlic chicken with broccoli!! Still my favorite after coming here for 5 years! Le Dip still hits the spot even when you haven't been here for a LONG time. Sandwiches are always delicious and I finally brought some co-workers who never had it before. I also love introducing good food to other people and share my thoughts. There's really nothing wrong with this place except that they didn't let me use my credit card with only the purchase of half a sandwich. I NEVER had to deal with this issue before and I was force to buy the larger size which I did not want. SO BRING CASH if you only want a small portion. Friendly staff, TONS OF Sriracha for your sandwiches! read more

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I remember first being exposed to this place during my undergrad years at UCI when my upperclassmen introduced it to me. I feel like you can't graduate UCI without trying the broccoli mushroom chicken sandwich w/ the garlic sauce. The sandwiches come in 5 or 9 inches of mouthwatering deliciousness. The garlic sauce is basically the bomb. I don't know what that garlic sauce is made of but I want to learn the recipe so I could make it at home and put it on all the sandwiches that my girlfriend makes. The bread is similiar to the banh mi from Lee's Sandwiches, toasty and crunchy on the outside and warm and soft on the inside. Usually the sandwiches takes 5 minutes and is placed in a brown paper bag. Also, for people who prefer spicy food, don't forget to grab the sriracha sauce. I usually grab 4 per 9 inch sandwich. This place also has great customer service. The Filipino women that works here is so adorable. I went there so much that she remembered by order. It is ultimately a great place to try if you're a UCI student. read more

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What makes this sandwich shop so damn popular? Simply, their sandwiches are just so damn good. UCI students also love this place since it's so near campus. I'm not a huge sandwich fiend myself, but when you start dreaming about their sandwiches and craving them the next day, you know you've got yourself a catch! You'll definitely get a better experience here compared to any Subway or most hole in the wall sandwich shops. We ordered three sandwiches -- the Vietnamese special with pate, bacon chicken club, and the chicken broccoli mushroom. I got to try all of them, and damn, those sandwiches were good. They use fresh sturdy bread and fresh ingredients, and you can really taste them on every bite. I loved opening my sandwich up and seeing the warm, melty cheese stick to the sides. Personally, my favorite was the chicken broccoli mushroom. Not because it tasted overwhelmingly amazing or anything, but because it tasted so unique. Sounds like such a basic boring sandwich, but when all those ingredients mesh together -- goddamn, you're in heaven. So simple, yet so balanced and delicious. Bacon chicken club is my second pick. You really can't go wrong here. ---- The Verdict: One of the best sandwich shops I've been to. Period. What else is there to say? Recommendation: Get the Chicken, broccoli, mushroom if you're looking for their unique signature flavor and get the bacon chicken club if you're looking for a flavor bomb! read more

Le Diplomate Cafe - Bacon Chicken Club, with a Banh Mi in the back. Sandwiches at Le Dip are amazing. - Bakeries Near Me - Irvine, California

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