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    Limoncello

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

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    LIMONCELLO ATMOSPHERE

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    Classy
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    Quiet
    Dogs allowed

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    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. ambiance - cute grocery shop with deli.

    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. Lastly, we really enjoyed sitting outside on the sidewalk. 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.

    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. The shop is pretty cute. Has a nice Italian deli vibe to it. Cured meats and stuff hanging and all that good stuff. 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. The space has small grocery section and a deli counter. 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.

    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.

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    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. I ate it at one of the bar like seating in the shop. There are also chairs and tables outside.

    The Mafioso Sandwich
    Augusto M.

    Wow this place was awesome! One of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Lunch rush got pretty busy but staff handled it well. Small space with a couple of seats available but sandwich is packed great to go.

    The Veggie Sandwich
    Courtney L.

    Everything was perfect! Service was fast and friendly, the store is clean, 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.

    Tuna Salad Sandwich
    John B.

    Somewhat of a hidden gem for the deli's in SF. When I searched up "best deli's in San Francisco" this place barely even came up. I had the tuna salad sandwich and it was phenomenal. The service inside was great, especially being combined with a mini grocery store. Overall would definitely recommend if you're in the mood for an authentic deli sandwich.

    The Goodfella (I believe).

    One of the best top (definitely top 3) vegetarian sandwiches in the Bay Area/California. My partner had the Goodfella Sandwich with Roast Beef, Prosciutto, Salami, Provolone Cheese with Organic Mixed Greens, Tomato, Basil, Pepperoncini, Black Pepper, Olive Oil& Balsamic Vinegar. I always get the Veggie on ciabatta with extra roasted bell peppers, add havarti & cheddar, no mixed greens with balsamic vinegrette on the side. The latter two modifications are because the sandwiches are HUGE and I can only eat half at a time so this helps to keep the Veggie from getting soggy. Highly recommend this store with the Sutter location being the best imo.

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    The absolute best sandwich I've ever had in my life! Mafioso extra spicy was so delicious! A+++

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    The sandwiches are amazing. The staff is OK friendly. We definitely go back because of the atmosphere and sandwiches.

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    I loved the sandwiches here. Fresh. Well made. Solid sandwich. A few outdoor tables. Some seats inside.

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    This was a great place to eat !!! Nice sandwich and desert and don't forget your favorite drink of choice with dessert

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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,… Read more

    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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    Alimentari Aurora

    Alimentari Aurora

    4.7
    (43 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    This shop is so fun. Lots of tinned fish, sauces, deli meats, cheeses, and fancy butter. The make…read moregreat sandwiches (and crunchwraps now!). Have been here twice and will be back to eat everything else they have haha. Very punk shop. Tiny little space with a cute parklet in front. The workers are very helpful and knowledgeable on their products. Want to come here for more food, grab a bottle of wine next door, and enjoy the night with a friend. I won't say much about the food, just that there is a reason I want to come back for more. Fresh, delicious ingredients. Carefully thought out and brought together for great combinations. Truly curated experience is how I would put it. I really like this shop.

    Came here right at 11:30 AM on a Sunday to get their Brunch Focaccia. The shop is filled with…read moreshelves of unique produce and dry goods, giving a sense of wonder and cozy intrigue. I loved seeing all the other goods they had for sale; though they were pricey, the curation seemed very special and done with love and care. There's some seating outside on benches or the patio deck, and the employees were very friendly and easygoing. The day I went, the brunch focaccia was an artichokes, salsa verde, sundried tomatoes, red onion, arugula, and pepper jack focaccia that day, and it was delicious! they grill it fresh in front of you (takes about 5 minutes), and I'd recommend eating it as soon as possible for the best experience. The focaccia is so light and airy with the crispy crust, and their ingredients are so high quality with a symphony of flavors. Would definitely come back again for this, maybe to also try their paninis!

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    Rhea's Deli & Market

    Rhea's Deli & Market

    4.3
    (784 reviews)
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    What if I told you that San Francisco Mission District has its own style on sandwiches. The…read moreSandwich Place on Mission street in San Francisco is an early pioneer in bringing the delicious deli sandwiches like their hot pastrami sandwich. There are other very influential sandwiches at different places in San Francisco but there is a place serving sandwiches with a Korean twist. It also is the main inspiration for a sandwich place in Brooklyn, New York called Mission Social sandwiches. It's located in the Mission District on Valencia street and it's called Rhea Deli & Market. On a Summer stroll in my old stomping grounds I landed at Rhea Deli on Valencia street. Inside you will find lots of bottles of alcohol which usually comes in handy as Rhea Market is a pit stop to load up or re-up on adult drinks to take to Dolores Park. This is the place also to get sandwiches and pair with salty chips like some in SF. They have sandwiches named after famous San Francisco Giants players like the Panda and The Freak #55 which has kimchi. I got the Buster Posey #28 and it had delicious pastrami and packed lots of flavors. It was a bit cheesy like some in SF. Don't forget to grab a bottle of your favorite drink and for me it's the Pinot Noir for Don Juan Pinot Noir and head towards Dolores Park. Make sure you" go " and take a Summer Mission "stroll" and try the Church street a name of a veggie chicken sandwich served on an acme organic " roll " and get it popping with a sandwich with jalapeño poppers called the "Marilyn Monroe" Come to Rhea Deli for some food and get some "alcohol"and make it a trip to the Mission during the four seasons of Spring, Summer, Winter, and "Fall"make sure you don't "stall "because they may run out of the sandwich called the "Booty Call "

    Absolutely delicious sandwiches! Walk up order in the deli and go to Dolores park…read more Fresh ingredients and quality meats.

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    The Good Life Grocery

    The Good Life Grocery

    4.3
    (138 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    good life grocery is the best. i love shopping local, and the employees are always so friendly and…read morekind. it's wonderful to have a grocery store in the neighborhood spreading positive energy. the store itself is quite small and some things may be priced higher than at a larger grocery store, but it's perfect for grabbing some quick things and in-season produce. highly recommend good life!

    The Good Life is a solid choice if you are selective about what to buy. If you are short for time…read moreand only want to go to 1 store, this might not be the best option depending on what you are looking for but they do have the things you will need to make a tasty meal. Some things are definitely more than you'll pay elsewhere (most of the crackers for example). Pasta and canned goods prices were okay; in general maybe a bit higher than some places but not too much so. For vegetables, they do have some nice deals and stuff you may not find elsewhere (heirloom tomatoes, early girl tomatoes, variety of fruit and different vegetables). I felt like the tomatoes alone were worth the trip (grape tomatoes for cheaper than I saw anywhere else, beautiful heirloom tomatoes at a decent price, and early girl tomatoes which can be hard to find in the winter [I haven't had them yet but they looked fresh]). There aren't a ton of options for the meat counter but they are all quality items and the prices show. For example, the only chicken they had was Mary's chicken. The cheese selection was great especially for a small store and they had some nice meat, olive and peppers (homemade?) options for charcuterie boards. They also sell premade meals. Probably not the place you should buy everything you need but it's a good supplemental option and there were some gems. I guess they have a few locations so I would be back to this one if I'm in the area and would also check out one of the other stores if convenient too.

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