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    Limoncello

    4.7 (1.9k reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Classy
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    Quiet
    Dogs allowed

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    Brianna H.

    my friends and I stopped by for sandwiches at limoncello after seeing all the rave about it online. there were so many options and we were also excited to see the deli was actually part of a larger italian grocery store and grabbed some italian sodas too! we were a bit disappointed by the sandwiches themselves- for $18, we felt that the proportions were a bit off. it still tasted great and ingredients were high quality, but there was a monstrous amount of meat and lettuce so it was hard to get any of the other flavors. the portions were huge though, which is a plus. [[HIGHLIGHT]]overall, the store was very cute, clean, and seemed like it stocked authentic italian ingredients.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] the service was pretty quick since we just ordered at the counter, and they are all very friendly.

    The Goodfella Sandwitch
    Keith Y.

    The sandwich filling was tasty. Was a good blend of salty and spicy. I was given a choice and chose the Dutch bread but it was very stale. Other than that, it was a decent sandwich. The service was fast, considering there were about 6 people ahead of us. They had three people working efficiently.

    The Speciale Sandwich
    Amanda M.

    My boyfriend and I had been craving a good sandwich and this definitely hit the spot! He ordered a meatball sub and I ordered The Speciale. First, these sandwiches are pretty big, so definitely come hungry. The bread was thick and soft, and I really liked my particular combination of meat, fresh mozzarella and briny olive / pepperoncini combination; the toppings felt proportional and the sandwich held together well (things weren't falling out and the bread didn't get soggy). I thought the prices were reasonable for what we got. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Lastly, we really enjoyed sitting outside on the sidewalk.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] However, I'd definitely come back again to grab sandwiches to-go before heading to a nearby park or something!

    The Petto di Pollo Sandwich ($18)
    Janice C.

    3.5 stars Ah. The satisfaction of a great sandwich. Your choice of protein, mixed greens, a slather of mustard, hint of vinegar. Some crunchy banana peppers. Tomatoes. My grilled chicken breast hinted of a lemon peels and garlic. In a Dutch crunch was pretty good. I finish my sandwich because I was very hungry. I still can't believe the $18 price tag... My friend and I called for to go order. Their porchetta sandwich is also good! I do love what this little deli is trying to offer when its specialty items some of it are hard to find. I've spied my fave gourmet Potato chip brand here (hello Torres!) and I like that. For the hefty price tag, I was expecting a more stuffed Sammy.

    Catching a quick bite
    Sushil P.

    Was exploring Union Square area when I found this cute, not-so-little Italian Deli-Mart I had 2 hours to kill before my dinner so dived in for a quick bite here. The menu had good selection of s'wiches, Pastas (pre-made) and some Salad. I went for their no.17 (Grilled Chicken sandwich). Came out fairly quick and was good though I wish it had a bit more flavor to it. It's a nice establishment of Italian food products - perfect if you're craving Italian & want to grab a quick meal.

    milanese sandwich, lots of meat!
    Chloe C.

    food - ordered the milanese without cheese and balsamic vinegar. paid at the counter and sandwich was made fairly quickly! it felt like less than 5 minutes. sandwich came with LOTS of meat, they are not stingy! I don't think my bread was toasted but I wish it was by default (or maybe my fault for not mentioning it). Overall quality of meats were really good and flavorful. I think the ratio was a bit off for me because it had too much meat. sandwich is HUGE though it's definitely two meals for me Service - super quick and easy. paid at counter and it was so quick. [[HIGHLIGHT]]ambiance - cute grocery shop with deli.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Eddy G.

    I saw that people claimed that Limoncello were serving up the best sandwiches in SF. I'm a sucker for a good sandwich, so I had to give it a try while I was up in the area. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The shop is pretty cute. Has a nice Italian deli vibe to it. Cured meats and stuff hanging and all that good stuff.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I have to admit, the menu was a bit overwhelming, and some of the sandwiches seemed very similar in description. So, it was a bit of a challenge narrowing down what I wanted. That said, the sandwiches I tried ended up being quite good. The best I've ever eaten? Probably not, but the best I've had in SF? Quite possibly, yes. One downside was that they don't have sourdough bread as a sandwich roll option. Kind of a disappointment for a sandwich shop in the bay. Still, I'd definitely go out of my way to have it again. Highly recommend.

    The Caprese Sandwich
    Sriharsha A.

    Came here to grab a quick lunch to go and ended up really liking this spot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space has small grocery section and a deli counter.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely the kind of place locals stop by regularly rather than a one time visit. I got the caprese sandwich but made it spicy. The bread was crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. All the ingredients tasted fresh, and the spice added a ton without overwhelming the classic caprese flavors. Because it's part grocery store, the drink selection is way better than your typical place. The staff was also super friendly, they even gave my dog some meat! There's minimaI seating here, but I can easily see myself coming back here often for a quick to go meal.

    The Veneziano Sandwich
    Lisa T.

    Somewhat disappointed with the food here given the expectations/reviews. We got the Veneziano on Dutch crunch. I can tell the ingredients were fresh, but it wasn't anything special. I'm not sure what the hype is/was. If I wasn't in the area, I definitely wouldn't make a special trip to try it. Service was ok. It was kind of slow. It's located in an upscale deli/liquor/grocery store.

    Menu
    Fiona T.

    There are two doors to this shop: the door on the hill leads to the deli where you can order meats, sandwiches, and premade food. The bottom door leads to their dry goods area with olive oils, pastas, sauces, beverages, etc. I came in for a sandwich since I heard great things about it. I got the Milanese Sandwich. The pastrami was good and the havarti cheese was good. I wish it had more pesto spread. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I ate it at one of the bar like seating in the shop. There are also chairs and tables outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    The Veggie Sandwich
    Courtney L.

    Everything was perfect! Service was fast and friendly, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the store is clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and my sandwich was filled with vibrant fresh veggies. It is the only place I have found a sandwich with eggplant, artichoke, and mushroom. The one change I would make, is to add cheese. It was delicious and I cant wait for another! Update: I went back for another and while it was still amazing, they left off the artichoke and I didn't realize until it was too late. . Hopefully it was a fluke.

    The Cuban Sandwich
    Jay K.

    I'm a sucker for sandwiches, but Limoncello is more of a 3.5-star spot for me now. I used to love it, but lately it just hasn't been hitting the same. I'm not sure if it's the flavor or what, but it's no longer my go-to sandwich shop. I ordered my usual Cuban, and the balsamic vinegar and mustard were a bit overpowering. The portions are definitely generous (as they should be for a ~$20 sandwich), but it's disappointing that it doesn't come toasted.

    Siciliano Sandwich and Goodfella Sandwitch
    Kyra K.

    Two thumbs! Companion has been wanting to take me out for a deli sandwich for quite some time. He has his list of spots in the city, Limoncello being one of them. We were able to finally go and I was quite content! What's fun about Limoncello is that it operates as an Italian market and a deli. The shop is on the corner and decently sized, with narrower walkways for the market and open space for the deli. Highly recommend perusing around the store since there's a lot of cool Italian goods! We came for the food and walked up the steps to the deli. You can see all of their meat displayed along with a menu on the wall boasting their sandwiches, salads, and other dishes. For those who get food, they have counter seating plus a few tables outdoors. Service by the staff was friendly and efficient. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They're also dog-friendly inside, and the pup had fun sniffing around![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I honestly don't eat deli meat often or crave an Italian sandwich, so this was a treat! I got the Siciliano Sandwich, Dutch Crunch, No Cheese and Pepperoncini. Companion had the Goodfella, Dutch Crunch, No Pepperoncini. They mixed up our sandwiches and didn't label them correctly so it took us a while to figure it out. Once we did we dug in and it was so good! The quality and freshness of the meat and veggies were superb! My companion commented that they loaded the greens up compared to other times he'd been there. The sandwiches themselves are massive and I only ate half of mine, so it's great to save for later! Limoncello has a few locations in the city, the Sutter Street one being their original. Highly recommend coming here to try their sandwiches or just walking around the shop. Parking around here is limited to street parking only.

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    Great sandwiches. The owner really takes pride in his sandwich creations and calls them art!

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    8 years ago

    It's close to my office . The sandwiches are amazing . The owner really friendly. I do recommend this place

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    9 years ago

    Best sandwich spot in the city. These guys had over 100 5 star reviews, until yelp blackmailed the owner. Go here and try the good fella!

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    7 years ago

    Nice little modern looking deli but with traditional style ordering and good sandwiches. Friendly family runs the shop.

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    6 years ago

    Best sandwich spot in SF if not the Bay. Alway fresh and the meat makes the sandwich here. They're also fat as hell

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    6 years ago

    Love their BLT!! The owners are so nice and accommodating. Great neighborhood spot that always makes me feel welcome.

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    8 years ago

    Really great sandwiches and friendly service! Great to have a place like Limoncello in the neighborhood.

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    My sandwich was delicious, and the owner could not have been a nicer guy. Made me a special sauce and packed it into my bag for free.

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    Ask the Community - Limoncello

    Is parking available?

    street parking only

    Can I purchase a gift card? Do you deliver wine

    Hi Marlene, Thanks for your interest. Yes, we have gift card! We deliver wine through Doordash,… 

    Can you purchase fresh cold cuts by the lb.?

    Yes! They have a decent variety and it's really good.

    About how much is everything?

    My sandwich was around $13

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    Irving Subs

    Irving Subs

    4.3
    (567 reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    This is probably the only place where the sandwiches don't taste like the store's essence…read more I mean, don't get me wrong, a store's essence from any given deli/liquor store definitely adds unique character to the sandwich and sometimes I want that in a sandwich. But when you want a sandwich that only tastes like its ingredients, Irving Subs is the spot. Their Dutch crunch is famous for being fresh and actually crunchy. Their lettuce is shredded but fresh and crispy. The salt content is just enough to bring out the flavors. And the overall composition of their sandwiches are very well proportioned. You're not getting skimped, but you're also not biting into a mouthful of a packet of deli meat. They definitely know what they are doing. Service is good and ambiance is a small humble shop on the corner of 12th Ave.

    Ordered the Nearly Reuben on sliced sourdough, toasted, with house garlicky mayo and brown mustard…read moreon DoorDash. Double pastrami, horseradish, havarti, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, and pepperoncini. A lot going on, and it all came together. The horseradish and havarti gave it enough personality to stand apart from a standard pastrami sandwich, and the garlicky mayo tied everything together. The one casualty of DoorDash was sogginess by the time it arrived. That's not a knock on the sandwich, it's just the reality of ordering something like this for delivery. At $14.50 it's a hearty sandwich at a fair price. I'd recommend it, but eat in.

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    The Turkey Bacon Avocado Lettuce Tomato Pure awesome
    Turkey, avocado, bacon, lettuce, tomato on Gluten free bread. Yummy.
    Turkey, avocado, bacon, lettuce, tomato on Gluten free bread. Yummy.
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    Giant's Sub (left) Fratellino (right) with Potato Salad Yum :)
    Dolores Deluxe

    Dolores Deluxe

    4.6
    (88 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Ordered takeout sandwiches on Pride weekend with friends, and immediately they got points for a…read morequick make and pickup of 6+ sandwiches! Most of us got the "Call Me Serge" which included roasted turkey, bacon, cheddar + Gouda, arugula, and a Calabrian chili orange jam, rosemary ranch, and creamy avocado-lime vinaigrette spread. It was warm and delicious! I think I would've left the arugula off next time as it tasted strong with the jam (but that's me with a sensitivity to arugula). I will definitely return to try something different to bring to my next Dolores picnic!

    Dolores Deluxe evolved from a boutique bottle shop into a celebrated deli featuring a highly…read moreacclaimed, eclectic sandwich program. A very hip setting, well stocked with good beer and expertly curated grocery items. Charming and kind employees with wonderful ambience. Limited outdoor seating available . Scores BIG in all areas. Suitable for the Culinary Cognoscente. WOW! Now dats da real deal..... A better SAMWICH is not known to mankind! Insane in the membrane. Insane. My daughter suggested we drive over the bridge from Marin for lunch. She's been raving about it for months. I was a neophyte. Here's what we devoured: VEGAN SANDO #45 caramelized yellow gypsy peppers + fennel, melted sungold tomatoes, saffron rouille + caper salsa verde on acme green onion slab (TOASTED) $16 ------- LADY GIANA caramelized eggplant, basil, mozzarella, fontina charred tomato arrabbiata + garlic potato chips on acme focaccia garlic bread (SERVED HOT) $16.50 ---------- FYI: I selected in my brain my next visit order: GOBHI BRYANT $16.50 generously spiced cauliflower * potato, oaxacan cheese. tomato-tamarind chutney, minted snow peo yogurt raila. fried cashews + curry leaves on ome green onion slab (SERVED HOT) ----------------------------- Certainly the best sandwich I've ever had in my life, and I've been around a few decades. And for dessert, a shared chocolate chip cookie, which was simply divine. Dolores Deluxe location/hours: 3500 22nd St San Francisco, CA 94114 (415) 875-9136 Hours Every day 7:30am-7pm

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    Ode to Barber (rotisserie chicken breast, homemade toum, lebanese pickles, crispy potatoes, parsley + sumac on acme green onion slab)

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    Ode to Barber (rotisserie chicken breast, homemade toum, lebanese pickles, crispy potatoes, parsley + sumac on acme green onion slab)

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