More neighborhoods should have their own "Bardega." This strip of Broadway in Oak Park is the perfect spot for a little sandwich shop. It's right next door to Twelves Wax, a small hip record store that pipes out music to the tables in front. It's all street parking, but I got lucky and found "24 minutes free" just a short block away. I was on my lunch break so that was perfect for a pick up order, but next visit, hope to enjoy the cozy space dining in. There's seating for about 10 people inside and a few more outside. I was warmly welcomed in by the one of the sweet owners who gave me a run-down of the menu and what was available. They have a seasonal heirloom tomato sandwich on special right now that was just about sold out when I arrived at 2:15pm. All toasted sandwiches are made fresh to order, and the "grab & go" subs were also freshly made that day. They had mac salad, egg salad, tuna salad, and urple potato salad sold by the 1/2 pint. Definitely want to try some of those. I ordered their most popular sandwich "Sweet Heat Morty," a motadella, burrata cheese spread, arugula, a chunky pistachio cream sandwich served on hot honey foccacia bread. Wow, what unique flavors and ingredient combination. I loved it. It was stacked with mortadella slices, everything tasted fresh. The bread could've been thicker or toasted a bit longer, just so that it would hold up all those lovely fillings better. It was a little messy (which I'm totally fine with) to eat, but guess what...it came with a wet wipe (and a strawberry candy) in my to go bag! Service was friendly and inviting. I was offered a glass of water while I took a seat at the counter waiting for my order. They were pretty busy when I got there, but the other owner handed me my bag in about 5 minutes. The husband/wife team were both kind and welcoming. I will definitely be back to try out the rest of the menu. Come support this mom & pops biz! read more

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Check this out. This was an intriguing and exciting find. It's not a place or a part of town I would normally frequent. But for this. This. You won't find flavors or a sandwich like this elsewhere. Bardega's (not to be confused with Laguna's) Sweet Heat Tomater (featured on their Instagram) is heirloom tomatoes, pistachio cream, burrata spread, arugula, hot honey all on toasted focaccia. It sounds divine. A really well crafted tomato sandwich is something so simple but incredible and satisfying. So, this is what I expected in my delirium when I ordered the Sweet Heat. But instead got this with mortadella, the Sweet Heat Morty. It wasn't bad but I typically don't eat meat. They were out of tomatoes today. Maybe that's why. For Your Soft Opening Feedback The Sweet Heat is a good foundation with novel and complementary flavors. Though I think it could be elevated. The burrata, pistachio and hot honey star flavors are muted or overpowered by the mortadella. Maybe it's better with tomatoes. The Morty isn't balanced and may be better with more burrata, pistachio cream and red onion. I look forward to returning to enjoy the Tomater. read more

Oak Park Bardega - Sweet Heat Morty | Mortadella, Pistachio Cream, Burrata Spread, Arugula, Hot Honey on Focaccia - Delis Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Oak Park Bardega is such a cool concept, I'd love to see more places like this in the Sacramento area. I am a huge fan of sandwiches, so having a spot that shines a light on sandwiches and pairs them with a chill spot to enjoy one with a drink is perfect. They took over the old KC Kombucha location and have really maximized the space for what they're doing. There are a couple two top tables outside and inside along with some bar seating. They also offer to-go options. They have a nice drink menu with $12 cocktails along with wine, bubbles, and beer at a variety of prices. The sandwiches are offered with a variety of toppings from a simple ham and cheese ($8) to more complex to-go offers like veggie wrap ($8), chicken caesar wrap ($8), Turkey and Cheese ($10), and Italian ($12). They also make made-to-order options including specials like their Heirloomtomater ($14) which utilize seasonal ingredients. I ordered this one and on the recommendation of the team member added mortadella for an additional cost and it was delicious. They have the Melt Gibson ($10) which is a tuna salad sandwich with red onion, smoked cheddar, and lettuce on an acme sub roll. The Sweet Heat Morty ($12) a mortadella, pistachio cream, burrata and arugula sandwich on hot honey focaccia. The Pastrami Island ($14) a beef pastrami sandwich with pickled Fresno mayo, pickled serrano peppers, mustard pickles, lettuce, tomato, provolone, on a acme torpedo roll. (I need to try this next time!) The Tamayo Torpedo ($12) with finocchiona, soppressata, capicola, American cheese, Bardega Giardiniera, pepperoncini, tomato, lettuce, chipotle mayo, mustard, on an acme torpedo roll. They also have sides like mac salad, potato salad, tuna salad, egg salad, and bardega salad. We ordered the Heirloomtomater special and added mortadella along with the Tamayo Torpedo. Both were delicious and I would definitely reccomend adding meat to the Heirloomtomater. The only change I would personally make is putting provolone, jack, or Muenster cheese on the Tamayo Torpedo instead of American (but that's a personal preference). it sounds like the menu may change seasonally so make sure to read the toppings so you can find one you'll love. I'm excited to go back to explore more of the menu. read more

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I had been wanting to check out Oak Park Bardega since they opened recently and my family and I had the opportunity to go for lunch yesterday. Oak Park Bardega is sandwiched ("ba-dum tss") in Oak Park between Jam and Twelves Wax. We were immediately greeted by Chris and Garrett who notified us that unfortunately their daily bread order had not arrived yet, but that they did have 1 sandwich left and that they could turn any sandwich into a wrap. We decided to stay and I'm glad we did! The inside is very small, with a few tables along the wall, seats at a small bar area and 1 table outside. We ordered the Sweet Heat Morty as a sandwich and the Tamayo Torpedo as a wrap. We also order the Mac Salad and drinks. Everything was super good - my favorite was the Sweet Heat Morty well my husband's was the Tamayo Torpedo. We also liked how fresh the Mac Salad was! They also offer other sandwiches like the Maury Melt, Italian, Chicken Caesar Wrap, Turkey and Cheese and Ham and Cheese. They offer a variety of salads like Mac, Purple Potato, Tuna, Egg and Bardega as well. They offer beer and Soju cocktails! Overall, we loved our sandwiches! Staff were so friendly and personable - which made the vibe even better. I can't wait to come back and try more of their sandwiches! Shout out to Chris and Garrett again for their hospitality! I love Oak Park and I think Oak Park Bardega is a perfect fit! read more

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Great new spot in Oak Park. It's small but there are a few tables and seats available. It has a really cool vibe. Friendly staff greeted me right when I walked in. I took my Sweet Heat Morty sandwich to go and thought it was delicious. I'm a real lover of mortadella though. I loved the focaccia that it was in as well. I would definitely stop by again when in the neighborhood. read more

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I've been dying to try the viral pistachio, mortadella and burrata combination. This did not disappoint!!! The bread was fresh and soft. The hot honey just kisses each layer, adding just the right amount of spice and sweet to the arugula. They have a full bar and about 8 seats inside with countertop service and a couple tables outside in the shade. It's loud but the staff is super friendly and a quick turn around time. They have a cooler full of alcohol and non alcoholic options. Will be back for sure. read more

Oak Park Bardega - Menu - Delis Near Me - Sacramento, California

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i love that oak park is being revitalized while still keeping the local charm and businesses. i feel like oak park Bardega fits in perfectly in this area! i went with a friend and there were a few people sitting at the tables watching the World Cup and the person who helped us at the front while ordering was very friendly and kind. the store itself is small inside and at times kinda feels tight, so if it were busier in here i could see not being able to find a seat, but there is patio seating as well! the sandwich itself was divine, dude. mortadella and arugula and pistachio cream. the focaccia was fresh along with all other ingredients used. if you get this sandwich though i honestly would put balsamic on it because it elevates it that much more. i personally have never had pistachio cream on a sandwich but ohhhhh my goooood. all in all this spot will be a repeat for me if i ever want a sandwich to eat for a picnic or just regular lunch! read more

Oak Park Bardega - cashier/entrance - Delis Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Great new spot in Oak Park. And, they are open late! The pastrami sando was excellent! read more

Came by this afternoon for the first time. The female employee bringing items to a table outside greeted me as we passed each other through the door. The male employee behind the bar/counter gave me the weirdest look. Didn't say hi, just made an odd face. Okay...lol. Went to the counter & ordered the Maury melt & a glass of sauv blanc. The same female employee let me sample the wine, which I appreciated. Sandwich came not long after & the tuna was good. Decent size for $10 too. Overall, I may come back....but someone should let the guy w/ the chest tattoo know his facial expressions are a bit off-putting. Makes the difference between a three or 4+ star review. read more

Oak Park Bardega - Delis Near Me - Sacramento, California

As my DH and I entered this cozy deli/bar, we were greeted with a warm welcome. We perused the menu (which, by the way, is hard to choose from, it all sounds amazing) and ordered our sandwiches. My hubby ordered the pastrami and I ordered the mortadella. We were very pleased with our choices. All in all, the food is fresh and delicious, the service friendly and welcoming and the ambiance comfortably quaint. Give it a try. We plan on visiting again, we want to try all the sandwiches. read more

A welcome addition to the neighborhood (thus I will round up the stars on the review). This place took over where KC Kombucha once was. Overall, it's an interesting idea (a bar and a deli!), that hopefully fares better on this corner. It is a cozy space in a brick building and service was friendly. Our group overall thought the sandwiches were moderately priced for what they were and tasted fine. Some of them were better than others (for example we don't recommend the grab and go sandwiches as they were on the more plain side). It would be great to see fresher or local breads used (e.g. how Juno's used to use their amazing in-house sourdough in their sandwiches). Maybe they could even get their breads from Faria across the street, etc. I'd also love to see the deli-side played up more (like Corti Brothers which is another sandwich favorite of ours, such as heftier sandwiches with the cold cuts coming off a meat slicer, etc). Overall, hope it does well or continues to evolve if needed! read more

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Amazing sandos! Highly recommend the pastrami! Great place to stop and get lunch on your way north.

Got the italian sub the other day which was delicious. Staff were friendly and timely service. Would go back again :)

This is the kinda spot I've been longing for. The space is small and has a great vibe. Lot of care went into the aesthetic and decorations to give in character. The people working there are chill and good people to chat with. The food is 10/10. We tried the Sweet Heat Morty and the Turkey Pastrami on special and buddy that shit slapped. The ingredients individually are flavorful and quality and come together with great ratios and texture. I saw some Acme Bread Co bags which is my favorite bread in norcal. Don't sleep on it, support it, make sure they are here a long time. Please? I wanna keep eating these sandos. read more

Wife and found this spot walking around broadway. Great vibe, interesting theme. Sandwiches and wine. - we sat for some drinks while a dj played. Later came back for a pastrami sandwich- incredible. Honesty, no notes. It hit all the way around. Definitely my new go to sandwich spot read more

Great fast friendly service and overall great vibes. The sandwiches are amazing. Easy grab and go items as well. Definitely don't skip out on the purple potato salad it is delicious! For grab and go sandwiches the Italian was delicious, simple with great quality ingredients and the bread was delicious. For the hot sandwiches I had the sweet heat Morty it's was so tasty. I'd definitely recommend getting an extra side of that hot honey it was so addicting! read more

Great new sandwich shop in Oak Park! And I think exactly what the neighborhood needed! My husband and I went for lunch yesterday. I ordered the Tuna sandwich which was made to order and my husband ordered the chicken Cesar wrap which was premade. Both were really really good!! The shop is small but cute, they had the World Cup on the TV which was great! They also had a variety of beers and wines which is wonderful for coming back for dinner. We felt like everything tasted fresh and the staff was very nice, especially after asking if it was our first time in. She went fully over the menu, specials, and drinks. My only recommendation is that if they are looking to expand their menu, I'd love to see something like a charcuterie board or cheese and fruit platters at night. I'm not sure if there are other wine bars in the area but I don't think there is, so could be great to add those things in. I believe they said they also have flatbreads in the evening. Anyway just my personal opinion on something they could expand but we really loved our first time in and looking forward going back to try more sandwiches! read more

Wow, what a shop!!! Friendly staff, wonderful food. If you're a vegetarian, try the Sweet Heat Morty sub tomatoes for the meat while it's tomatoes season. Amazing!!! read more

Super excited to welcome this spot to Oak Park! The sandwich and bar menu is thoughtfully put together, with convenient to-go offerings, and the staff is friendly and attentive. The Torpedo was a great sandwich with a little bit of zip to it that I couldn't get enough of. A great place for a neighborhood hang out and a relaxed bite/drink. read more