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    OB Deli

    4.7 (158 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Soft serve

    Can I say, BEST SOFT SERVE EVER?! I come here regularly for the best selection of anything you can think of: Energy drink, amazing sandwiches, every single snack you can think of, alcohol, etc; this is the spot. So happy they have soft serve now

    s Del Mar Ave. Sandwich + avocado
    Karen G.

    This was a pleasant surprise to see inside a liquor store. We saw the set up for sandwiches and dove in. We were right to do so because the sandwich was smacking. They were all so nice in there too!! When you walk in, you don'y expect a deli but it's in the back left side. Go get a tasty sandwich!

    WOW. This is the best sandwich in OB. They are so meticulous with detail and they perfectly build the sandwich so every bite has a little bit of something. Good vibes. Good service. And nice atmosphere.

    Santa Monica Ave Sandwich
    James B.

    I've been going to this place for a while now. They always have good service and they make really good sandwiches. Today we stopped by on our way to the beach to grab something quick and light. We got a Turkey sandwich with all the fixings and the Santa Monica.(A menu veggie sandwich) Both were super fire! Exactly what we wanted! If you have not been here before then, you should check them out if you are in OB!

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    Absolutely heavenly perfect ratio of meat, to cheese, to crunchy bacon, and tons of avocado. This is so for good, my favorite sandwich.

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    Solid roast beef sandwich. Probably the only thing I get here. But if you see it give it a try. Toasted.

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    Really yummy sandwiches ! You can even have it delivered. They really go above and beyond with their ingredients. Definitely try them out.

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    Thank you so much Lillian, we appreciate your business very much!

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    Bomb love the sandwiches! Would recommend to anyone who wants a deli sandwich and to sit on the beach! My go to spot!

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    The food was so good. The fresh bread was the star. The customer service was spot on too.

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    Best sandwiches ever. Best cookies ever. Emphasis on the cookies. Try the cookies. Trust me.

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    The sandwiches here are soooo drool worthy. Best deli in San Diego and perfect to grab and go for the beach.

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    Solid sandwiches with fresh ingredients. Great place to snag a sando and hit the beach.

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    The sandwiches are delicious and the staff is great! They have unique ingredient combinations and it is always so fresh!

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    Pappalecco

    4.3
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    5.1 mi
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    A cute authentic Italian neighborhood cafe in Little Italy serving coffee, treats, gelato, and…read morepaninis. My friends and I were just looking to get a coffee in Little Italy, but when we walked in and saw all the delicious treats we had to try something else as well. I ordered a latte and neglected to tell them it was for here so I was given a paper cup, but they give real cups if you ask. The latte was good, and my friend bought a kitchen sink type cookie with chocolate, coconut, and macadamia nuts. It was warm and gooey good! Another friend tried the gelato and said it was very good. There are a few tables inside and tables out in front outside. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful San Diego weather. The decor and tables definitely gives you an old school Italian neighborhood vibe with Italian markets right next door. If I am in the neighborhood again, I would definitely come back here to try the gelato and/or a piece of an excellent looking lemon pie bar I spotted.

    If there is better gelato in San Diego, I have not tried it…read more They have more than gelato here but gelato is all we tried. It was later in the day so they were out of or running low on some flavors. Nevertheless, the two flavors we tried were incredibly rich and flavorful. A little goes a very long way. Parking is incredibly tough in Little Italy but it is worth it for gelato this good.

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    Inside
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    This place is properly named extraordinary dessert for a reason. They are known for their desserts…read moreboth in taste and in aesthetics. Desserts: 5/5 We got a blood orange scone and a strawberry danish. The scone was warm and delicious. The orange essence was well infused. The danish was crispy and creamy. Everything was so picturesque. Food: 3/5 Unfortunately, the food was not the best. We got the smoked salmon sandwich which was not very flavorful. The salmon was also slimy. The pesto spread was good though. It was creamy and the artisan bread it was served had great variety. Ambiance: 5/5 This place is such super cute. When you walk in, the desserts all look super appetizing. The seating areas are super cute and the floral decor are stunning. Service: 5/5 It is an order then sit down establishment. There is great attention to their dessert. I saw them heat up a knife just to cleanly cut the cake. The food service however did take some time to come out.

    I go here often enough to make reviews on specific items...lol…read more I highly suggest ordering the grilled cheese and tomato soup special if you like cheese and tomatoes. There is nothing like tasting a real, pureed vegetable in a veggie soup. If it started out canned, I wouldn't have known it (not that I'm saying that), and you have to like cheese because you get a thick, melted, and stringy cut on sourdough bread, toasted perfectly to hold up to dipping in the soup. On a warm day, this dish goes great with an IPA or chilled white wine.

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    Spinach dip and chips and tomato and basil soup
    One of our 'go to' dessert places in San Diego.
    One of our 'go to' dessert places in San Diego.
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    Salt & Straw

    4.6
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    Salt & Straw rolled out their June 2026 Chef Series which sold out quick; Fortunately two were…read morebrought back for last chance scoops: 4.5/5 CHOCOLATE CARAMEL SMOKED BUDINO By Alex Meyer and Luciana Giangrandi - BOlA DE & WALRUS RODEO, Miami Chocolate olive oil custard, caramel candied hazelnuts, sea salt caramel swirl (like a turtle dove - very sweet - I'd prefer less sugar) 4.5/5 STARLING SWEET POTATO BUCKWHEAT CRUMBLE By Dan Barber - ROW 7, New York Starling sweet potato ice cream, sweet potato miso swirl, sprouted buckwheat Florentine crumble (novel color and flavor) SERVICE With the help of staff over the phone, I was able to snag a pint of the Hong Kong milk tea. AMBIANCE Colorful indoors with outdoor street-side seating

    Very good ice cream! And, free sample tastes from about 20 flavors to choose from…read more S&S offers some more unusual flavors, like Honey & Lavender and Pear & Blue Cheese, but I opted for the more predictable Chocolate Gooey Brownie. It did not disappoint. I ordered a double scoop, tho' the scoops were so generous that one scoop would have been plenty for me. Filled with chunky brownie bits, it was truly delicious, tho', perhaps, a little overpriced. The shop that I visited is in San Diego's Little Italy neighborhood, which has a 30 minute free parking zone right in front of the store front! They have a loyalty program to entice you to return again and again. Limited seating.

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    Cali Cream

    4.7
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    5.7 mi
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    I have my favorite ice cream of all time, and for the first time ever, I genuinely thought I had a…read morecontender to replace it. Cali Cream was a great experience when visiting San Diego. Set in the heart of the Gaslight District and close to Petco Park, the house-made flavors are not only unique from your standard flavors but full of the ingredients that the flavor is named after. For me, it was Graham Central Station and a Lemon Cookie and Cream that was maybe the best single scoop I've had in a long time. In addition to flavor after flavor of ice cream (get a sampler of four flavors if you can't choose), they also have an assortment of cookies, treats, and Rice Krispy treats. There is literally something for everyone if you need a sweet treat on a hot day or after a downtown meal. At the end of the day, I still have my favorite ice cream establishment, but Cali Cream has solidified itself as my second favorite, which is still saying something!

    I stumbled upon this place while walking by, and I'm so glad I did! The employee told me it's a…read morefamily-owned shop that makes all of their ice cream in-house. There were so many flavors on the menu that I wanted to try them all, but I ended up going with the Butterscotch Toffee. It's so rare to find butterscotch or toffee flavored ice cream - this one combined both of them! I was sold the second I saw it on the menu. The best part? It had little crunchy toffee pieces mixed in, which gave it the perfect texture. So creamy, flavorful, and delicious. I'll definitely be back to try more flavors!

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    Extraordinary Desserts

    Extraordinary Desserts

    3.8
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    5.1 mi
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    This is a rare 5 star review from me! A local restaurant that is far enough away from the tourist…read moreareas or downtown that you want to go for a nice sit down without a long wait or huge menu. The most impressive thing is the works of art that are deserts in the showcase. Knowing that the draw is the sweets I was pleasantly surprised that they have food, beer and wine to set up a nice full meal. Our order was so complete that we had to take home th desert that we camefor in togo boxes. if you are a soup or tomato love I highly suggest getting there cup of tomatoes soup and salad. my eyes popped out of my head when they brought me salad that seemed big enough for two people. With a side of smoked salmon I couldn't fit everything in. My partner had a sandwich that was bigger than the size of her head and a crazy nice strawberry spritzer. The cheesecake smob that I am I took home something that I took a a chance on because I am trying not to be a creature of habits. A lemon strudel cheesecake out of the refrigerator the next day is probably better freshly made. When I go back I will defiantly make space for everything. This is a hidden gem that I hope stays local and a tour bus dosen't stop at the front door.

    The desserts at both locations are indeed extraordinary. Every dessert is lush and decadent and…read moredefinitely a treat. This location is much smaller than the other and just as popular so it can feel hectic when busy. Highly recommend the Le Bette Noir, Black Velvet and The Viking cakes. You can't go wrong with anything you try here!

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    La Bete Noir, Dame Chocolate, and Dark Chocolate Fudge Cookie
    La Bete Noir, Dame Chocolate, and Dark Chocolate Fudge Cookie
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    Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookie
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    Caffe Italia

    4.1
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    4.9 mi
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    Outdoor seating
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    First time having an affogato..... DELICIOUS!! Felt like I was visiting a little caffè in Italy…read more Service was great. They were very helpful and didn't rush us. The vibe inside was great. Nice & peaceful. #DiningWithTheAndersons #LittleItalySD #Italia #Affogato #Caffè

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