Something made me think about Katz's Delicatessen in NYC and I suddenly craved a Pastrami sandwich. I was excited to find Mirchi nearby and a locally beloved pastrami with interesting ingredients. Location is near the Mirchi cafe on Fremont Blvd in the plaza right next to Wonderland smoke shop. There is plenty of parking. Staff was super nice and helped me open the stuck door that you have to pull really hard on to get in. The market is small but curated and I was drawn to the imported potato chips. I picked up a bag of Lay's Masala chips I haven't had since I was in Mumbai, excited to eat it with my sandwich. The sandwich took about 10 minutes to make and panini-press and smelled delicious. However, when I got home I immediately noticed the color and thought they had mistakenly used roast beef. I looked at some of the other reviews and their doordash image and I'm confused on what I got. The pastrami was missing the distinct reddish-pink color from brining and black bark from smoking, I'm not sure how it was prepped in-house but it tasted like roast beef. I did enjoy the blueberry jam and pepperoncini combo. read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Masala chips and root beer also from market - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

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Got this place recommended by Grub with Mike so I decided to come give them a try. I ordered the mozzarella chicken and grabbed a cold peach soda. They are very nice and welcoming, service was pretty fast too. The sandwich is was warm and it's cooked panini style. The bread was warm and crunchy, filled with halal chicken and some sort of mild spicy red sauce. Overall very tasty, solid 8/10. (The sandwich needs be hotter so that the cheese can actually melt). P.s. get their cilantro cream sauce! It's really good and takes the sandwich up a level. The peach soda was $3+ and worth it. Will definitely be back again :) read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich 8/10. Cilantro sauce 10/10 - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

Another update as it's been a while. We again came back for the roast beef and mozzarella chicken sandwich. This time around it felt spicier than usual which I'm not sure what changed. Still well made, meat melt in your mouth, but yes my mouth was on fire though. We still call in our order as it does take time to make the sandwiches. Still good, something did change in terms of the spice level of the sandwiches. Overall a solid spot for a sandwich. read more

I wandered into Mirchi Meat & Deli to compare it with the Cafe at the end of the strip. Didn't know they made sandwiches. Didn't see any signage. Just saw a meat counter, a few shelves & a refrigerator with edibles. Same uniform with no pricing attached. Buys: Knorr Chatt Patta spicy flavored instant ramen noodles (6/5.99) made in Pakistan by Unilever. -serving size 1.76 oz vs. 3oz. For Indomie, a popular Indonesian instant noodle brand. Almost 40% less for 2X price. -noodle isn't spicy hot. More peppery & earthy. Taste is ok but not worthy pricewise. Service was courteous but not immediate. Cashier was also cutting meat in the back. Had to finish cutting chores first. read more

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Ordered a sandwich. Watched the butcher in the back butchering raw beef . When he made my sandwich he did not change his gloves. I walked out. Halal? Doubtful. read more

Discovered this spot on Yelp while craving hot sandwiches during late pregnancy and stopped by after a prenatal appointment. It's tucked in a small plaza so it may be easy to miss, and doubles as a deli and Indian market with speciality items and fresh halal meat that you order by the pound. The sandwiches are made with fresh to order. My husband and I got the roast beef and pastrami sandwiches. The sauces really made the sandwich and complimented the meat quite nicely. I would never think to pair jam with pastrami but it's a combo that works. You get the sweetness of both the jam and caramelized onions with the saltiness of the pastrami. 10/10 recommend getting both and sharing the split sandwich with someone. The seating, though, is very limited--a small counter with 2-3 stools in the back--so it's definitely best to take your food to go. Unfortunately, the service left something to be desired. One guy at the counter seemed unsure how to interact with customers, which made the experience a bit awkward. Wasn't sure if he was employed there or a family member. Either way, he wasn't helping the other two employees and just kept talking to them while we stood there waiting for someone to greet us or take our order. Overall, decent food, but service could use some work. read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Roast Beef Sandwich and Pastrami Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

Good sandwiches. Had the pastrami which I really like the mayo and jam in it. It has a sweetness to it. Also, had roast beef and it had a savory sauce. I like having both as it's a good change up. Halal place and they're also a butcher shop and there's some frozen sections as well. read more

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Easily one of the best pastrami Sammies I have ever had. I'm rarely ever on this side of Fremont and took me forever to get here from Union City due to all the stoplights and traffic but wanted to meet a friend who was coming from the 680 side of Milpitas. Been wanting to try them out since I follow them on TikTok so I dropped the pin to the spot. The Sammie: bro, the saltiness of the fresh, hot, tender, melt in your mouth pastrami balancing with the sweet you get from the berry jam was very unexpected and topping it off with the spicy crunch you get from the peppercinis and the melted comfort you get from the sliced Swiss cheese all held together with the perfect slices of bread truly puts it all together and was pretty amazing. I definitely need to come back again soon! Service of course was also amazing. Thank you for your kind hospitality. read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Pastrami Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

I picked up a roast beef sandwich here and it was very good! I liked the stringy Swiss cheese and pickles that added a nice kick to the sandwich. I waited about 10 minutes for them to make it after ordering it. There is a small lot as well for parking. read more

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Hands down the yummiest pastrami sandwich I've had. Yelp reeled me in with a picture I saw on yelp I had to try! I was pleasantly surprised with delicious combo of the filllings! Some type of jam, pickles, peppercini, and grilled onion. I chose it to go on sourdough. The sandwich itself took about 15 minutes for them to make and it was served hot. I will be back again! read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Hot Pastrami Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

Big deli sandwiches that are decent for the price. Better than togo's, deli sandwiches and soups in a small plaza. The place was a former small liquor store, so now they reuse the fridge area to keep cold drinks, have some shelves for chips, and 6 tables to eat. Unfair, but i am comparing to top delis around the bay like little Lucca's in castro valley and Lucca's in SSF, and this place falls short for prove comparison and for quality of the bread. The dutch crunch was not crunchy, the $30 godfather did not have enough mayo and olive oil, and the $15 turkey sandwich did not have the garlic sauce i get from other places. At this price point, i expect a little more. The really big tall guys behind the counter are cool, but not much more service than simple greetings, so good enough. Extra, their clam chowder was amazing with large chunks of clams and very little other things (potatoes). Would come back just for soup. read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Cajun turkey sandwich, refreshing, but the dutch crunch lacked crunch, and i would want garlic or cranberry sauce to make it stand out. - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

Came in at noon on a weekday, not very busy so short wait. This place is a mix of deli, butcher, and store. They have 3 high top seats but not really a dine in location. Food was good. Got the roast beef sandwich. They put it in a press so the bread comes out very crispy. read more

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I'm on a hunt for a great Pastrami sandwich. I usually get it from the usual sandwich places but they're just not as satisfying especially if you've been to "The Hat" which you'll find only in SoCal. A couple of places I've tried were even disappointing... not enough meat that you could barely taste the pastrami. They try to make up for it by adding more lettuce, tomatoes, onions and everything else, but I really just want the pastrami on a roll... maybe with cheese. So I found Mirchi during a search and decided to go out of my way to see what everyone's talking about and we actually enjoyed it. Different. Not on a roll but has plenty of pastrami with jam in it which sounded odd but the pairing actually worked. Still not "The Hat" and I would have to drive outside of my neighborhood, but I would go back and maybe even try other sandwiches. read more

got their sandwiches pretty good! came out quick and was hot when we got it. bread was toasted just right it was crispy and it was like a smashed sandwich but it definetly got me full. very good flavor. i got pastrami and roast beef and they tasted similar as i got same sauces for both but they were both really good. this shop is in a meat shop but other than that, would definetly come back read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

This place wasn't what i was planning for or expecting, but the sandwich j received was really solid and delicious. I would definitely go here again. I had a chicken/spinach/sun-dried tomato melt that was perfection. So flavorful, with a little kick. The hubster had had an italian beef that was large and looked quite good. The place is one part south asian (?) meat counter/grocery items and one part sandos. The people working there were all so extremely thoughtful and accompdating. Turns out they also own the restaurant at the other endnof the strip mall and i took a look in there and it smelled amazing! read more

Ordered the achari chicken sandwich hot over the phone. It was ready within 15 minutes. The sandwich itself was really good, the chicken was juicy, the achari sauce or seasoning was just spicy enough. Also price was good for what I got. Definitely will come back and try some of their other options like the flaming hot cheetos sandwich. read more

The Reuben was delicious! Good bread with the pepperonis and jam cut thru the thick layers of meat. read more

Thought this was pretty good, wasn't expecting much, and was pleasantly surprised! Roast beef was great, they are super nice as well read more

I got the Roast Beef and Pastrami with sourdough. Food takes 15 minutes to get ready but it's worth the wait! The meat and bread were tasty and not dry, but not oily either. Definitely coming back to try other stuff on the menu. There are a few seats for eating and waiting. They sell lots of spices and some beautiful looking meat cuts. The ambiance is pretty much any other deli but with a South Asian twist! read more

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We've always seen this place and finally decided to try it! The deli is in a little grocery store that sells other Asian goods and meat. The inside is small and there is no place to sit, but the order is prepared within 15 minutes. Upon entry we were greeted and asked what we would like to order. The menu wasn't too big, but each sandwich was different and sounded very tasty. It was hard to make a decision, but we decided on the Pastrami Sandwich, that they're known for, and the Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich. The Pastrami Sandwich had melted cheese, banana peppers, and blueberry jam, which sounds like a weird combination, but it definitely worked! The Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich had roasted bell peppers, spinach, and mushrooms. Each sandwich was nicely toasted in a panini press. The Pastrami Sandwich was sweet from the jam and had a nice tangy bite from the banana peppers. The Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich was good, but I would definitely order the Pastrami Sandwich next time I go back. read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Pastrami Sandwich, Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

Delicious pastrami! Bonus that it is halal. In a quiet plaza with lots of parking. Unique flavors.

Although initially seen as a deli, Mirchi Meat & Deli is a family owned small shop that sells delicious sandwiches. Their quaint menu made it easier for an indecisive person like me to pick, but all the yummy options made it difficult to ultimately choose. I ended up picking the Mozzarella & Chicken and my coworkers picked the Pastrami sandwich. Sandwiches were made at the spot and took around 20 minutes for three of them. We took them to Lake Elizabeth for a quick little picnic and all sandwiches stayed warm and toasty. Super yummy and perfect for a cheese pull pic Parking was also relatively easy. There were many spots and if not, there is a plaza close by with other parking spots. Highly recommend if you want to support small businesses in Fremont and are looking for a quick and easy lunch. read more

I stumbled upon this place because I was craving a sandwich. And let me tell you their sandwiches satisfied my cravings. It's a little shop that sells pantry items and of course their sandwiches. The portion is pretty big and the sandwich itself is stuffed with meat and toppings. Love coming here to grab a quick bite for on the go. read more

Nice counter person. Yelp reviews did me wrong this time. Not sure why anybody would think these are wonderful sandwiches. Poor Fremont definitely needs a deli so they know the difference. I got the Pastrami and it was bland, small and nowhere worth any hype. Best of luck to the small business. read more

No way I could eat @ a place that smells like that. I can't belive this place could have good reviews. Dirty, smelly, hot.

Omg the best pastrami sandwich I have ever had. The bread taosted to perfection, the pastrami perfectly cooked. So tasty. Usually , I would go for my regular chicken and waffles next door by Mirchi, but Johnny Pastrami talked me into this sandwich, and it didn't disappoint. I ate it so fast I forgot to take a photo. But trust me it was amazing. read more

I stopped in and ordered the pastrami sandwich, it took about 10-15 mins but good things take time. I drove 5 mins to the lake and the sandwich was amazing! The contrast of the berry jam with the pickles and banana peppers is awesome and pairs well with the meat. The bread was super fresh, would recommend to anyone. read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Pastrami Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

Best hot sandwiches in Fremont, great source for chicken with no antibiotics/steroids, and the staff is very kind. A must try for lunch if you're in the area. No seating, so its a to-go experience. read more

Man oh man this place is a hidden gem! Super nice friendly people serving halal meat! The pastrami sandwich is 20/10!!! It's so damn good I drive 1 hour just to get it. I have tried a lot of pastrami something about theirs is simply amazing! Worth every dollar and the blueberry jam is so good' read more

This deli is amazing!!! The inside has a nice ambiance to it and the people who work here are very friendly. I ordered their pastrami sandwich - the best pastrami sandwich I've ever had in my liiiife. The man who made my sandwich really took his time with it, but trust me the wait is worth it. The meat is very fresh - you can literally see them slicing the meat in the back. The ingredients are def top notch quality, and they give you a chocolate chip cookie (the cookie was fire!). So happy that their is a cute and trendy deli place in Fremont, keep up the great work :) read more

Reference Yelp. Decided to give this place a try. Only downside to MY taste was the sauce. Next time, I'll ask for 50%. Then it would have gotten 5 stars. Good size, good flavor combination. Worth the stop & price. read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - I had a craving for Roast Beef. - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

Whenever you're anywhere near Fremont, do yourself a favor and pop into this hidden gem! I got the roast beef on toasted French roll and my husband got the pastrami. Seriously delicious! We spoke with the owner who was there, and he explained everything was done in house. You can tell! The prices seemed a bit high at first, but knowing quality and freshness mean everything to this owner, it was well worth it. Now go grab that sandwich, you're welcome! read more

Mirchi Meat & Deli - Pastrami on toasted French roll - delicious!!! - Delis Near Me - Fremont, California

This is my visit to this place, and I was looking for a specific type of pickle, but when I started walking around, I was totally amazed at how friendly and cleaned this meat shop is. Sorry but most of the desi meat shops have a smell, and it's hard to walk around. Everything was clean. Fresh meat, deli sandwich area, cooked frozen food were inside the covered areas. They have all the basic grocery stuff. People who worked there were amiable and helpful. It's about 40 mins far from my home, but honestly, it's worth driving. I highly recommend this place and looking forward to going back again. read more

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WOW I don't even remember the last time I had a sliced meat deli sandwich, since there has been no place that serves halal sandwiches in the area. (I also am in SF 80% of the time and have not discovered a place) The place has a nice vibe to it. There is organic halal meat on the right where you can buy per pound. Left is where you can order your yummy sandwiches, fresh juices coffee and tea.. I only tried the sandwiches (pastrami and the achar) both AMAZING. I also got a free cookie for waiting..I will be coming back soon and will try the coffee as well. Since there was a lady there saying that this is one of the best coffees she had in a while! They also sell sandwich meat slices per pound. A MUST GO read more

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These guys were amazing and accommodating. Sandwiches were tasty with fresh ingredients. Would recommend to anyone passing through! read more

So, I read the reviews. Wanted to try their pastrami since they smoke it themselves!! (In Fremont no less!) Unfortunately, my point of comparison is NY Jewish deli's. It was good, but not great. The pastrami was not spicy enough. It was not much different from a smoked beef. Their rub is too bland for my taste. On the positive side, they are still a good sandwich shop. Also, my local safeway does not have lamb all the time. They do-- and at a good price. I'll be back, but not for the pastrami. read more

My wife and I were watching football and discussing what to eat for dinner. She mentioned pastrami so I checked Yelp and mirchi meat & deli was nearby and ranked high. We took a ride and pulled into an unassuming strip mall. As we walked in to the old school deli I whispered to my wife I hope this place is good it smells delicious. We both ordered pastrami with the berry jam on the side. It has no tables so we took our grub home. I really was not expecting much but I was wrong I had one of the best pastrami sandwiches of all time, the pickles, peppers and berry jam was heaven. Great little deli read more

The gentleman (owner) making our sandwich said this will love one of the best sandwiches you ever eat and WOW he was right! We told him we were vegetarians and he said sure I'll whip something up for you. He had two really awesome sauces- the pickle(achaar) flavour and the jalapeño flavour one and they really elevated this sandwich. It was grilled and had all the veggies! It was a really great sandwich :) read more

The pastrami sandwich is well balanced and delicious. The meat is fresh and they have a variety of hormone free and grass fed meats. They have lamb, chicken, goat, and beef. If you like lamb, call before hand, because it is not always in stock. They also have Mirchi Cafe patties. It is a lifesaver to have in the freezer on your busy days. They also have a pretty good stock of spices. This place is very clean and well maintained. read more

This hidden gym will give u exotic flavors and fresh meats the service is friendly and it's a grocery store so you're not gonna get the Bella and whistles of a Togos.... But it is neighborhood gem. Pls check them out read more