After many years of enjoying great sandwiches at Genova, I was disappointed by my most recent…read morevisit. I ordered a meatball sandwich with mozzarella, but was told they were out of mozzarella--which was surprising for an Italian delicatessen. Shortly after that visit, the location closed. I share this feedback respectfully and with the hope that any operational challenges are addressed, as consistency and quality have always been what set Genova apart. Maintaining those standards is important not only for this location, but for the continued success and reputation of your other location as well.

Great little sandwich shop with a lot of Italian charm! The sandwiches are tasty and the service…read morewas friendly and efficient. It is definitely on the pricier side, which is really the only thing that held it back for me. I don't think I'd drive across town just to come here, but if you're already in the plaza and need something quick and satisfying, it's a solid choice.

The service is always amazing, Corey was very friendly and remembered my order from a previous…read morevisit. As always the food is so good I will definitely be back.

Pretty good sandwich. Large ends up being around $20 after tax and comes with a free drink. Flavor…read morewas fine, not particularly amazing, but with some extra BBQ sauce it was better. It was one big meal or two smaller meals. Caution taking it to go and saving for later since the sauce/dressing inside can make it soggy and more difficult and messy to eat. My partner had the single cheese burger which I was told was about 1/3 lb. They enjoyed it. Again good but not amazing.

Hands-down, one of the best sandwich spots in the Bay Area definitely the east Bay!…read more I'm usually picky about curated sandwiches but trust what they have on their menu..... it is all delicious The Italian is my go to

Make sure you preorder online since it's a popular sandwich spot. I love that they offer big bag of…read morechips here as well! I got a pesto chicken sandwich and tri-tip! Both are so good. My favorite is the pesto chicken. Must try spot!

I had such a great experience and felt like it deserved recognition. The girls working at 11:00…read moregave truly top-tier service. There were tons of DoorDash orders already prepared, with dashers constantly walking in and out, yet the young woman at the register immediately paused what she was doing to help me. She took my order quickly and kindly, and I had only been sitting down for about six minutes before she personally brought my to-go sandwich right to me. That level of attentiveness and efficiency is rare. I've never received service this good in Walnut Creek. These ladies are clearly very hardworking, and their manager should be extremely proud of the team they have. I will definitely be giving this location my business and will absolutely be coming back!

I found this particular restaurant as I was on a hike in the area and wanted to get some dinner. It…read morewas pretty slow in there when I came in. The restaurant itself is clean and nice and was a comfy place to grab a sandwich. The workers were friendly and accommodating.

Best sandwiches EVER! Every time we go to Concord, we go to Parma. They do not hold back with the…read moremeat. Stacked! Family owned. Good people. Friendly as well. There are tables positioned against the wall and a few tables outside. We order to-go. Plenty of parking.

Both Genova Delis in Walnut Creek closed so the number of good Delis is shrinking. It had been a…read morewhile since I went to Parma Deli and had one of their sandwiches. Parma is on the edge of Concord almost in Clayton but worth the drive. I ordered a Poorboy sandwich on a sweet roll. After Maggoria closed down it has been hard to get a good sandwich roll. The rolls at Parma are excellent, soft, fresh, not filling, sandwich had fresh produce and lots of meat cuts blending into a great Poorboy sandwich. If you were a Genova fan, you will love the sandwiches at Parma. Drive a little further and treat your self to a generous sized tasty sandwich or pasta.

If you want old time great service this is the place. All the foods are number 1 some people say…read moreit's a little pricey well you get what you pay for. The butcher shop is off the rails.

Whenever I'm in the Lafayette area, I make it a point to visit Diablo Foods. Decades ago, I worked…read morefor one of their competitors and I appreciate the effort that goes into the quality and selection of their offerings. -For a grocery their size, they have an excellent selection of local produce from individual farms. -Their butcher aisle is superb, so many cuts and the quality of their meats, poultry and seafood is outstanding! How many groceries carry "American wagyu-style beef?" or fresh Scottish salmon?" (Not to mention how nice their butchers are, they are so willing to help with any specific cuts or instructions you need). -The deli has a great selection of cold-cuts, salads and makes killer sandwiches. -The cheese dept has an excellently-curated selection, far better than the chain stores. -Their in-house produced entrees are delicious, as well as the best local bakery/bread offerings. -Their checkout staff are friendly, beyond simply emptying your cart. They offer assistance to your car and have "associates" in the parking lot to help with parking and cart retrieval. This is "old-school" service in the 21st century...(obviously, they can't charge chain-store prices; they don't have the same buying power), but I definitely get value when I shop there...kudos to Diablo Foods, you "rock!"

I absolutely love this place! We just shared a Luciano Pavarotti sandwich on Dutch Crunch…read more I grew up coming here. And there's no other sandwich like it. Does not disappoint. Yummy

I've been wondering about this place for some time due to looking for places to pick up deli…read moreplatters. Today, with a little time in between pickleball and a massage, I made here to Luigi's. It looks a bit forgotten because it's in an older shopping center that doesn't have much foot traffic which always draws me even more to support a local business. It was easy to order my turkey sandwich with provolone and all the way (lettuce, pickles, red onion, tomato, mayo and mustard) on a Dutch crunch roll. I was pretty hungry so I turned on the AC and took a couple bites. Ah, just the way I love a sandwich! Meaty, a bit heavy on the mayo and a good roll to hold it all in. I saved half for the hubby and he liked the sandwich as well. I will definitely come here again to try a different sandwich. Plenty of parking, easy access. Please support your local business

Genova is simply the best Italian Deli on the east side of the Caldecott Tunnel, hands down…read more Their imported prosciutto sandwich (with provolone, of course) is my main go-to. Both this location and the other Walnut Creek on S. California Blvd are fantastic. The Treat Blvd location has some indoor seating, which is nice. The S. California Blvd location only has outdoor seating. The service is always good. They are not fast, and often have a long line, so just be aware of that. I love the ambiance; it gives me an old-school Italian American vibe. It's more of a to-go place, but you can eat there as well. In addition to their amazing sandwiches, they also offer a great deli selection of salads, cold cuts, sausages, cheeses, etc. They also sell a well-curated selection of shelf items, such as pasta, cannoli shells, cookies, Sicilian torrone, canned tomatoes, olive oil, etc. If you are looking for an Italian deli in the east bay, this is the spot.

): Not very welcoming and food upset my stomach. I thought I'd be spontaneous and try a restaurant…read morewithout looking at reviews... Immediately experienced consequences for my actions ;u; I ordered a turkey sandwich and assorted fillings. The staff are rather rude and impatient when you ask them questions. And unhelpful... I even asked if the onion mix is included and she said "yes", but when I opened the sandwich there was 0 onion. Wat The flavor isn't horrible, just a bit stale... But then I got sick later that day so probably not great quality either. Sad to see that it seems like they've been declining for some time...

This place is so good! The sandwiches are good especially Jaymee sirewich. The hardest part is…read morechoosing which sandwich to try for that day. The service was good and fast. One of my favorite parts is looking at all the decorations on the walls. There's so much to keep you entertained! Tables were slightly sticky and the soda machines weren't working so had to get the specialty bottled soda, but overall the meal was great, so can't complain.

We love the variety and creativity Ike's offers and the sandwiches at this location did not…read moredisappoint! Fun vibe with the menu well prepared across an entire wall. We chose The Chris Wolondowski: turkey, salami, godfather sauce, habanero, avocado (albeit barely noticeable) and provolone, adding freebies lettuce, tomato, banana peppers and pickles on a warmed dutch crunch roll. It was amazing. Service was quick so no disappointments on a Sunday afternoon!

Every time I walk past Babushka, my brain immediately starts singing "Babushka Babushka Babushka!"…read morelike Kate Bush. I can't help it. The name just demands it. Fortunately, the food inside lives up to the '80's music. This place is a little Eastern-European treasure chest. The meat selection alone is worth the trip: excellent veal sausages, proper kabanosy (both American-made and the legit European imports), and enough smoked and cured options to make you reconsider every bland sandwich you've ever eaten. Then there's the sweets. Not just a few shelves: an impressively deep lineup of Eastern European treats, both loose and packaged. The kind where you walk in thinking you'll grab one thing and leave with three mysterious chocolates and something wrapped in gold foil. It's also my most reliable solution for a sudden Żywiec beer craving. And if that's not the mood, there's always a jar of pickled mushrooms waiting patiently. In short: a small, charming deli that punches way above its size... and yes, I still sing the Kate Bush song every single time I go.

I really like the piroshki from this place. The ground beef is a must try, and I also love their…read moremushroom-only filling. Both are really good, and I've tried them several times. This time, though, I wanted to try something different, so I went with the chicken and mushroom filling. It was also very tasty. One thing I really like is that they focus more on the filling, and the bread is not too thick. It always has that slightly greasy goodness in the best way. So yummy. As much as I enjoyed the food, my interaction with the woman working there this time was not great. When I arrived, she was unpacking a box. She saw me but did not greet me or ask if I was ready to order. I stood there awkwardly for a few minutes before she finally asked. It would have been nice to be acknowledged right away. I ordered two different fillings, and when she was packing them, I asked if she could please label them so I would know which one was which. She responded by saying, "I wasn't going to make you guess." I did not find that very friendly. In fact, I thought it was borderline rude. I still really enjoyed the food, but that interaction took away from the overall experience a little bit. I wish the customer service had been a bit warmer.