Our go to place for the hot pastrami. We compare every other sandwich we have elsewhere to Lou's and it's always Lou's for the win! Even though their sandwiches are reasonably priced, I am sad that they no longer offer the loyalty points that I always look forward to racking up. I always call in my order ahead of time and there is never a wait when I pickup. It's fast and friendly. The place looks clean. read more

Always a pleasure to visit, large verity of sandwich options , generous portions. Fast & friendly service

YES YES YES. PLEASE, if you are going here, you HAVE to get the LLB Signature sandwich! My fellow dutch crunch lovers, it's so affordable and so yummy, too! The mixed deli meat with their signature sauce, wrapped in a warm, toasty dutch crunch (that isn't too thick, which is AMAZING), is something I'm going to be craving forever. SERVICE: The sweetest staff. They're fast and efficient, and my order (around 11AM) took at max 10 minutes, including the time it took to order. They also have a points system, so you can collect stamps over time to get a reward. SEATING: Lots of seating inside! Long wooden bench with chairs and lots of tables. I think there was also about one or two tables with chairs outside, which is perfect if the Outer Sunset weather doesn't get too foggy / cold. It was empty when I went there in the early afternoon, so if you're looking for a midday date, I think this is a tasty place to visit! You can't go wrong with all the choices and plenty of seating (so no stress)! read more

Lou's Cafe - Llb Special - SOOOO WORTH IT! Was able to have one half for lunch, and the other next day. DELICIOUS! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sandwiches Big ass sandwiches Lots of stuff inside and toasted outside Always busy Doing it right Mark ! Support local small businesses in D 4 read more

Best best best sandwiches and food! So fresh, cheap and clean! Omg we love Lou's Cafe...they are soooo nice too, exceptional service! The veggie sando is bomb and all the others honestly read more

Super yummy sandwiches!! They have classic options or you can design your own. I designed my own as I'm somewhat picky when it comes to sandwiches, and it was great. Bonus because they have sprouts!!! We called ordered online for pickup and it was seamless. I'll definitely be back and trying something new as well - very good, would recommend read more

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Literally my favorite sandwich spot in the city! I've been coming here since I was in high school and the quality and price has remained consistent. I usually go to the Richmond location, but am glad they opened one in the Sunset too! They do have indoor seating, but there's limited street parking. We came on a Sunday 5 minutes before closing and were worried they would turn us away, but they didn't. I usually order the LLB special with everything (lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, jalapeño spread). The Dutch crunch bread, the fillings (roast beef, turkey, ham), and the special Lou's sauce is delicious. The service is quick and the sandwiches are ready within 5-10 minutes. I always stop by here to grab a sandwich before work if I'm in a rush. They offer a number of crafted sandwiches for whatever you might be craving that day. Be sure to join their loyalty program as the more you visit, it adds towards a free sandwich after x amounts of visits (I believe 10 or 12 gets you a free sandwich). read more

I'm not gonna lie, but the default menu of sandwiches are just on par. It helps to have a hot bowl of clam chowder available (to pair with your sandwich), even though there was no distinct taste from an ordinary bowl. However, Lou's is my go-to Sammy shop for an impressive cut of beef! Their beef does not appear or taste processed like from your typical packed deli meat. It tasted as if I was eat straight from a real beef roast! Not many sandwich shops that I've gone to assemble hearty cuts of flavorful, medium-rare roast beef (if there is one, please let me know). Lou's, Kick'n R.B, is most definitely the truth! (This Sammy was just in par tho). On a side note, I went inside and ordered about a month ago, and I totally forgot that my last visit was about 3 years back. I had the Risk Business (Pastrami and Crab Salad). It wasn't memorable, but I'd still recommend that beef!!! read more

Lou's Cafe - Kick'n R.B and a Bowl Sized Chowda'! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Great spot in the Sunset for a sandwich. I ordered one Risky Bizness sandwich and requested no bacon, as well as 1 make it yourself sandwich. It was delicious and with avocado, crab salad, roast beef, spreads, and everything included I was scared the sandwich would spill a few bites in. Surprisingly the sandwich was intact!! And tasted great. The aioli is tasty. The way they build their sandwiches makes eating it less messy and more enjoyable. We also got 2 bowls of clam chowder. Each serving of soup including 2 slices of toasted cheese bread. Perfect for dipping. The taste of the soup can rival Boudin if I'm honest. Not sure if it is made in-house, but it is definitely not the canned stuff. Seating is roomy. Great selection of drinks and chips go with your food. Next time I'll try their salads and see if their coffee is good too. Thumbs up from me. read more

Lou's Cafe - Risky Bizness (w/o Bacon) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Solid place for lunch. Loved the sandwich, and maybe one of the best Dutch crunch's I've ever had. Definitely check it out! read more

Lou's Cafe - RB Mushroom - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Casual neighborhood spot with some indoor and outdoor seating serving up some delicious sandwiches. For $13, I got this loaded vegetarian sandwich that I customized by switching out the bread, cheese, and adding mushroom -- all for free. This was one of two vegetarian sandwiches available. You can also make your own sandwich, but why not try their selection of sandwiches? I will be coming here again and again. Tip: Get extra special Lou's sauce! read more

Lou's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Lou's Cafe! Where ya been all my sammich lovin' days?! Impressive sammiches! Very impressive Risky Bizness samm on a soft white roll...whoa! Brisket and crab salad sammich with jalapeño spread with diced pepperoncinis. The sammie is toasty goodness with a kick. The have a variety of special sammiches and the option you can create your own flava fav! Clam chowder is really solid, creamy. Nice clam chunks. The breakfast sammies have a hashbrown in them all brekky goodness toasted on a ciabatta bread. A little side note, if you make a special request to your sammie and your order has other sammies, they will write the distinction on the sammie outer wrapper. This sammie thoughtfulness is hard to come by nowadays. Really appreciated thst consideration since my orders typically include other peeps sammies. Give Lou's a try! They have a few locations popping up around the Bay Area with brand spanking new locale in San Carlos! read more

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Our go to place for delicious sandwiches, especially their Hot Pastrami on Dutch Crunch Roll! Friendly service, and they have indoor dining area. Ambiance is relaxed and inviting. read more

Yo, how come I didn't try this spot sooner?! Man, I missed out for years! Hahaha Anyways, I was tryna decide on if I wanted Lou's or this other sandwich joint literally right on the next block. In my head I pictured Lou's to just be an old school classic sub joint with no frills, but I was super wrong! They had the secret spreads and signature sandwiches on deck. I got the Space Balls (meatball) with everything in it and added extra jalapeno spread along with the Lou's spread that already came with it. I also did the same with the Risky Business sammy that consisted of pastrami, brisket, bacon, crab salad, and the works. The meatball was good. Hard to mess up a meatball tho, right? The other one I thought was ok, but the mix didn't wow me. I also felt it was an enquiring taste. It took a few bites before I was like this is actually not bad. Def check them out if you are in the mood for a phat chunky sammy! read more

One of the best sandwich spots in San Francisco! The ingredients are fresh and the sandwiches are packed with meats and veggies. My favorite was the risky bizness, but I'll definitely be trying more. Perfect for a quick, inexpensive lunch or dinner! read more

Lou's Cafe - Ami - cado and Risky Bizness - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been to the Lou's on Geary a handful of times since that location is close to my work. . . This location is 10x nicer. From ordering to having our sandwiches ready minutes later this Lou's is chef's kiss. A custom turkey sandwich, Risky Business a speciality sandwich (with pastrami, crab, bacon, Avo), chicken noodle soup, and clam chowder (soups come with delicious cheesy bread) to go for under $30. You can't beat it! The soft and fresh Dutch crunch bread and Lou's special spicy sauce keeps me coming back for more. read more

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Delicious sandwiches but worth the price. Service is friendly and selection is great. Seating is available but I usually just grab and go. Risky Bizness and Chicken Pesto are our go to orders. read more

Lou's Cafe - Risky Bizness - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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First time trying Lou's! I wasn't feeling a sandwich today so I went with a salad ! And omgoodness the lettuce is so crispy and the chicken is juicy! The dressing is great. Perfect portion for lunch and maybe left with extra for later ;) Service was speedy which is a plus! Will come back to dry their sandwiches another time :) read more

Lou's Cafe - Asian Chicken Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

The world is slowly getting closer to normal again? Well, I guess that means I need to get back to Yelping regularly again! Which...hasn't really been the case for quite some time now, unfortunately. Sigh...good luck, Mike. Here's to hoping that writing about one of my all-time favorites will get the juices flowing! Now, if I had to sum up my feelings about Lou's Cafe in a single sentence, it would simply be this - this place is AWESOME. The longer version? This place is really f*cking AWESOME. Having been a fan of their original location over on Geary for who knows how long, to say that I was excited back when news first broke that they were expanding into the Sunset would be quite an understatement. In part because it was a sign that they're doing well, but also because, for whatever reason, there's a distinct lack of amazing sandwich shops on this side of the city! While I generally pass by their original spot on Geary more often than this one, I have to say that I find myself coming to this Lou's far more often. Even though parking around here is slightly harder than it used to be (the city took out all but one of the spaces on the block), this one doesn't feel nearly as cramped and the lines here are never as long (I've never seen it more than 2-3 people deep). Most importantly though, the menu here is filled with all of the same delicious sandwiches! And boy are there a lot to choose from - roughly 25 or so, along with a small collection of breakfast sandwiches and a variety of soups and salads. **NOTE: all of the "gourmet sandwiches" include Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Pickles, and Jalapeno Spread. -- AMI-CADO - Pastrami, Salami, Avocado, Pepper Jack Cheese, and Lou's Special Sauce on a Soft & Sweet Roll...$9.40 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/lous-cafe-san-francisco-2?select=ApjlscaVe7BXTfc2VRD_4g) My absolute go-to at Lou's. No lie - this thing is nearly perfect (just needs a bit more meat, though that applies to every sandwich I've ever had). The pastrami and salami are so delicious and it all blends so well with the avocado and the slight kick from their Lou's special sauce. Yum! -- RISKY BIZNESS - Hot Pastrami Brisket, Crab Salad, Bacon, Avocado, Pepper Jack Cheese, Pepperoncini, and Lou's Special Sauce on a Dutch Crunch Roll...$10.10 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/lous-cafe-san-francisco-2?select=Nutt22K2n5w4cLroEt1upA) While it's not quite as good as the Ami-Cado, this is a very close second (and super unique). The pepperoncini is a little overpowering (covers up the taste of the crab salad), but I like how well everything else complements each other, especially the pastrami, bacon, avocado, and cheese. -- ITALIAN SPECIAL - Ham, Salami, Mortadella, Provolone Cheese, Lou's Special Sauce, and Dijon Mustard on a Soft & Sweet Roll...$9.45 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/lous-cafe-san-francisco-2?select=vwoWC-olG1IHbf80sc96Jg) Not super different from other Italian sandwiches, but this was still really solid. Between all of the meats, the cheese, and the special sauce (the key to boosting this up), this is packed with both goodies and flavors. The roll was a little dry the last time I had this, but it was probably just a one-off/blip. Regardless of whichever sandwich you get (or whichever location you go to), don't assume that, given the price and how delicious they are, these babies are dinky in size or that they skimp on the good stuff. Rather, these bad boys are pretty chonky and give quite a lot of bang for your buck. More often than not, whenever I come to Lou's to pick up a sandwich for lunch, I'm usually too full for anything but a light dinner, if even that. Great food, good sized portions, budget friendly prices, nary a line, and friendly owners and staff...put all of that together and you've easily got one of the best, if not the best, sandwich shops on this side of the city! read more

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I love this sandwich place. I wish I could order from them everyday. I've never had a better sandwich experience. My roast beef and mushroom sandwich was awesome, especially with their wonderful spicy sauce. It will take me two days to finish it. The bread is perfect. It is exactly how a Dutch crunch roll should be! I can't get enough of this place! My husband didn't like his sandwich as much. He complained the bread was too hard and ate only the filling. He did admit that the meatballs were dense. I would definitely order from them again. read more

The sandwich overall is okay. The meat and sauce was good but the bread tasted a bit stale. The Risky Bizness tasted like the Ami-cado as you can't really taste the crab in there. This sandwich spot is really fast if you're in a hurry though. read more

Lou's Cafe - Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Service was quick and simple! Sandwich came out within like 5-10min! I really enjoyed the Ami cado but I wish the Dutch crunch bread was toastier. The ingredients were great but I'm a bit picky on the bread. read more

Lou's Cafe - Ami cado - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great sandwich waited almost 15 minutes several orders in front of us . 3 person sandwich makers and a cashier it was not bad and efficient

Came on a Wednesday around 2pm. I ordered the RB mushroom with everything except for cheddar cheese. The sandwich came toasted which was great. There was a hefty portion of meat. Could use a bit more of mushroom though. Bacon was good. Veggies were fresh which helped cut through the richness of the meat. Sauces were good. Jalapeño sauce wasn't as spicy as I thought it would be, which was great because I can't handle spice. Dutch crunch could have a bit more of a crunchy exterior. There were still quite a bit of people coming in and going out at 2pm. Staff was really friendly. Less than $10 before tax and delicious, Lou's is a solid place to get a sandwich. read more

Lou's Cafe - RB Mushroom w/o Cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Pretty good! Huge menu with lots of cool variations. I tried the Spaceballs sandwich, and it was a solid meatball sandwich. My partner tried the Hot Pastrami, and it was just as yummy. The establishment itself is clean and well-kept. I prefer this location to the one on Geary - I always run into issues with that one. read more

Lou's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

I think the Lou's here is better than the one on Geary! I typically get the Lou Ben on dutch crunch and it's really good. Love that there's sauerkraut in there which makes it unique. The only downside is they don't put that much meat in their sandwiches. It's so odd to me like the pastrami and turkey is only a couple slices. read more

Lou's Cafe - Lou-Ben - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came by near closing time on a Saturday afternoon, there was only 1 other customer besides me. Very extensive menu, I ordered 3 sandwiches. We had the chicken pesto, the ami-cado and the LLB. The sandwiches were good, the jalapeño sauce was very good and had a nice little kick to it. Will need to ask for more next time. My daughter got the chicken pesto, she's game for anything with pesto. They also have salads and breakfast sandwiches. Will have to come back to try. read more

Lou's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Still great! Before it was Filipino and now it's Vietnamese. Awesome!! Definitely recommend any of the sandwich's and getting both spreads added read more

Lou's Cafe - Risky Bizness - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Was hoping to find a good local sandwich spot in the a sunset area but still have not found it yet. Not too much value from Lou's either. $12.50-$13.00 for a skimpy SF sandwich. From light meat to condiments, the only thing that stood out was probably their sauce? Guess it was worth a try but very likely won't be going back. Had a tuna melt that pretty much looked and tasted like a tuna sandwich. Never have I seen any tuna sandwich had such a huge chunk of dry tuna in it! See pic. read more

Lou's Cafe - Tuna melt (really just a tuna sandwich) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is the second time that I've ordered from this deli & everything was just perfect. If you are in the neighborhood, I suggest going here for your lunch. read more

Long time customer at Lou's. My go-to order has always been the Loquito, and it is always consistent. The blend of ingredients make the perfect bite every time. The owner Mark, is also one of the nicest people. Please don't hesitate to try their sandwiches out! read more

They have a huge selection of sandwiches to choose from! I was looking for a breakfast sandwich in the area so stuck to their breakfast sandwich menu. Since it was my first time at this shop, I decided to go with the classic original breakfast sandwich with bacon and I gotta say that it was pretty tasty and hit the spot! I really liked the sauce/spread that they put on all their sandwiches! I went around lunchtime during the week (my mistake) and it was crowded. I noticed many people did phone orders and were able to come pick up their orders quickly. I ended up waiting about 30 mins from entry to exit to get my order. I recommend this place forsure and will return to try out their sandwich menu! read more

Amazing sandwiches! One of the best in San Francisco and they have several places around the Bay Area.

** The following review reflects my dining experience prior to the shelter-in-place order currently in effect. ** Hey, I got no complaints about Lou. He and I go way back - way, way back when I ate sandwiches with actual bread, Dutch crunch rolls even. No more though. I just look at the seven choices under the Salad section of the chalkboard. While I'm always tempted by the Asian Chicken Salad with the crispy wonton strips or the Crab Louie with real imitation snow crab, out of habit, I gravitate toward the $10.10 Greek Salad with Chicken because it's a hearty portion with fresh ingredients (photo: https://bit.ly/2yLQTy5). It was also tasty without making me feel loaded for the long walk to the N-Judah. Remember those days? When you can walk with nary a care and ride a train back home. I certainly took that for granted. FOOD - 4 stars...a dependably satisfying salad when you need one quick AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...a place to sit is all I ask ( back before the COVID-19 dark age) SERVICE - 3.5 stars...fast and yes, fast TOTAL - 4 stars...Lou, you don't let me down RELATED - Out in the Sunset? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2EI8eIJ read more

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We door dashed lunch because of the COVID's. Luckily we live down the street so we get the delivery within 1/2 an hour. Sandwiches are always good and well made. read more

Came in and had the original breakfast sandwich and let em tell you it is soo good! Lous special sauce is chefs kiss to it! I will definitely come back for a breakfast sandwich or just for a regular sandwich read more

Lou's Cafe - Original breakfast sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

We came for the breakfast sandwich and we weren't disappointed. The aoili was the best part for sure. Smoky, flavorful, garlicky with just a tiny hint of sweetness. I definitely want to come back and try their other sandwiches or the breakfast one with different meats read more

Lou's Cafe - Original Breakfast Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

Redeemed my first freebie sandwich from Lou's customer loyalty program and it was yum! Unlike the burrito joint down the block, Lou's actually appreciate their customers. Thanks for lunch, Lou's Cafe! read more

Lou's Cafe - Kick'n R.B. So good.... - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Lou's Cafe, a family-run lunch spot with multiple locations in the City. Established more than a decade ago and an homage to their beloved father's name, this establishment offers a customized tailored twist on creative sandwiches with their addictive house-made garlic aioli and jalapeño sauce. Their delicious monster stuffed submarines are the stars with fresh crunchy toasted rolls and hearty good quality fillings that are stuffed to the brim. With a massive menu selection and breakfast board, when in doubt, get their popular hot pastrami. A kids menu is also offered for the smaller people in your party as well as espresso and sugary beverages, gourmet salads and soup for a lighter casual meal. A perfect handheld companion to bring with you to the park or beach for the day of dog-watching and vertical sunny naps. Pre-order for pick up or stop by for take-aways. Be prepare to queue up once this spot gets lively. Soon you will be out your way. Affordable prices. Attentive service. Give these distinct one-of-a-kind a try. read more

Lou's Cafe - Hot Pastrami on Dutch Crunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Friendly neighborhood sandwich shop with a big menu! I got the Roma's Club and Risky Business sandwiches and both were very good. They give generous portions of meat and avocado. Their Dutch crunch bread had a perfect crisp on the outside but not too hard where it hurts to bite into it. Sandwiches are about $12 each which I think is fair. The shop is clean and there are several tables and a bathroom. Service was friendly and it took around 5 minutes to receive our order. I'd recommend! read more

Lou's Cafe - Risky business - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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