Small deli with mighty flavor! Parma has so many combinations including different breads and meats with lots of sides available such as pasta and potato salads. The size of the sandwiches are plentiful and delicious. Its a very small space with only a couple tables so take out might be the only option when theyre busy. Since its small it can be difficult to stay organized in a line to order and reach the register at the deep end of the deli. Dont forget to ask for a punch card! read more

Wow is the perfect word for this deli. My first time here. Such great ingredients. Sourdough roll (my favorite part) turkey, American cheese, tomato and pickle. Soooo yummy! Im gonna go back read more

Located in a strip mall in Concord, Parma Delicatessen serves up the best sandwiches in Contra Costa County. It's a small local deli that is like "Cheers" where everyone knows your name. I came with Harvey K. Before noon and the place was busy. A blue collar crowd with lots of law enforcement clientele. I got the Italian Mix on Dutch crunch no mayo no mustard with olive oil and vinegar. The meats were piled high with peppercinis and olive spread. "Perfection"! It was so big I had to cut 1/4 of it to take home. Harvey got the meatball sandwich full of melted cheese and marinara on a toasted crust bun. The hot food looked delicious especially the meat loaf. Next time for sure. I liked this place when I first walked in blasting the Y2K country music satellite radio station. read more

Parma Delicatessen - Italian Mix on Dutch Crunch - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

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What a great sandwich. Meat cut fresh to order, just perfect for my liking. I ask for extra produce on my sandwich everywhere I go. People never do it. This sandwich was perfect. I didn't have to ask for more. The vibe is that of a family owned deli. Complete with family banter behind the counter. Just great atmosphere in a world of angry minimum wage workers taking it out on the consumer. Not the case here. I will look forward to my next sandwich Joshua read more

I think I'll be back for more sandwiches when in concord . Really good Reuben sandwich! Service was good ! Deli ambience as it should be . They have tables if you'd like to eat there . read more

Lively some Parma! Also great sandwiches. Lots of meat! Nice old school Italian deli!

The best Italian sandwich this side of Molinari in San Francisco. I actually think it's a better sandwich than Molinari. And the staff is super friendly. read more

Excellent customer service! We were helped quickly. Sandwiches were really good. Fresh ingredients, everything tasted great and crisp. An equal balance of meats to veggies. Overall a tasty experience. Definitely coming back. read more

The food came quick and it was really good. The chicken was tender and moist and the spaghetti was full of flavor and the sauce was really good! read more

Parma Delicatessen - Chicken Parmesan over spaghetti and a side of cucumber salad. - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

I have been going to Parma for years especially when I was working in Concord. Since I live in Southern CCC I always try to get a sandwich to go. I stop in today and while standing in line I asked if they still made the meatball panini and was told no but they do make a normal meatball sub. I ordered that. This is a family own business and truly a real Italian deli just like the ones CT where I grew up. The customer service is top notch. When I got home an opened the container I was shocked on how much meatballs, sauce and the roll there was. It was delicious. Fresh in and out. It looked so good my wife actually cut off a section to try it also and raved about it. I have always had high quality sandwiches from Parma over the many years. Give them a try for lunch or catering, you won't be disappointed. One of the read more

Huge sandwiches made with care. Fresh ingredients, great bread, extensive customization. Deli staples in the display cooler like homemade potato salad, mac salad, antipasto salad, etc. They are very nice people that treat everyone like friends & family. You can tell this is a local tried and true establishment. It's busy with regulars, narrow with a row of tables to your left as you walk in. Lots of Niner and Giants love as decor. Only been here twice and I'm looking forward to coming again. read more

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Stumbled into this place about a year ago. Haven't had a sandwich anywhere else since. Good people and good food.

If you want a REAL sub this is the place! The Italian Mix on a soft sweet roll is incredible! The meats are sliced to order and the bread is fresh and soft. Possibly the best damn sandwich in the Bay Area! It's a small deli with a few tables for dining, a TV showing the games, and old school R&B playing. Great spot for a deli sandwich! read more

So glad I finally made it out here after seeing the reviews on Yelp and posts on FB. This place did not disappoint. It was a small local deli with an abundance of yummy choices. We went for the Italian Mix sandwich, Pesto Chicken caprese panini and a Pepper Turkey sandwich. Everything was on point! Delicious and fresh ingredients. We met Mary the owner who was as friendly as can be. I will be coming back and will be bringing friends. Next time I'd like to try some of their Italian entrees being offered like meatloaf and mashed potatoes, spaghetti and meatballs and some other hot pasta dishes. There was very limited seating hence it was more of a pick up your food & go place. Prices were on the higher side but you're getting a generous portion and it's made fresh. read more

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This place is amazing. They seem to know everyone's name when customers walk in. Family owned. The meatball sub is massive! Best tasting meatballs I've ever had. Kind of small inside but definitely an authentic feel. read more

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I love me some Parma Delicatessen in Concord on Clayton Road! The sandwiches are delicious and HUGE! This Italian mix is filled with mortadella, ham, salami, prosciutto, and provolone. This sammich is FAT! I could only eat half; I made another sandwich today for lunch. They have many other popular choices, including garlic rosemary turkey, meatballs, pastrami, Muffuletta, and hot crab. There are many bread choices, but I appreciate that the bread doesn't overwhelm the sandwich like some spots. In addition to killer sandwiches, they have a large selection of cold salads. During the week, they have lots of hot items and daily specials. They also have a great selection of chips and Italian snack items. They have several tables inside to enjoy your lunch, but most folks grab their sandwiches to go. The woman beside me was enjoying the Reuben when I was there. It looked amazing, and she said it was delicious. If they weren't closed today, I would go back and try it! Thanks, Mary and Sam Totah for taking care of me and your delicious eats! Located in: El Monte Shopping Center (Concord Tap House and Min's Kitchen) Address: 3521 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA 94519 Hours: Sunday Closed Monday 9 AM-4 PM Tuesday 9 AM-4 PM Wednesday 9 AM-4 PM Thursday 9 AM-4 PM Friday 9 AM-4 PM Saturday 10 AM-3 PM Phone: (925) 685-5705 - You can call in your orders and they cater read more

Parma Delicatessen - Italian mix sandwich is so delish! Look at all of that meat! - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

just had this place for the first and it was A1! not sure if it's family owned, but it is definitely your neighborhood hidden gem. im pretty simple, so i got a half combo sandwich and it was so yummy. the bread was super fresh and the serving size was just enough. i went to see them right before closing and i guess a lot of other customers had the same idea. you can tell some folks are regulars because they were greeted by name which i love. it's a little small so definitely for grab and go in my opinion however if you're looking for a good sandwich or snack this is your place. I'll be back for sure ! read more

And this is why I love Yelp!!! I'm traveling and checked out multiple sandwich shop options all over this area. As soon as I saw pictures of the inside, I knew this was the place. As soon as you walk in, you're hugged with the delicious smell of Italian goodness!!! A mother and her sons are doing it right here! There's so many options for meats, cheese, breads and toppings make you sandwich just how you want. Everything is high quality so you won't be disappointed. The size of the sandwiches are ginormous! I regret not getting the spaghetti and house made yellow cake with chocolate frosting!!! Next time! I love you guys, thank you for the experience! read more

Parma Delicatessen - Peppered turkey on sweet roll. Everything but tomatoes please - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

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The food prepared by Mary, the owner, is always delicious and hearty. Their servings are gigantic. One sandwich is twice as full as contents anywhere else! And the staff is always happy to see me. read more

Love Parma Delicatessen! Big sandwiches, great ingredients, and the guys behind the counter aren't bad either! Highly recommend !

The sandwiches arent toasted n my first time the guy was a bit rude didn't ask what else I wanted on the sandwich read more

Parma Delicatessen - Hard ass bread - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

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Still the best Sandwiches hands down. I had the Roast Beef on Rye with Swiss cheese. The sandwich was huge and very tasty. The biggest and best Sandwiches in the Concord area! read more

Parma Delicatessen - Roast Beef with Swiss cheese on Rye bread. Huge sandwich - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

Good old-fashioned deli Italian deli!! The food was delicious. The service was awesome. It is a hole in the wall, tiny but still able to serve 10 people when you're eating! The price was right on the nose for what you get !!! read more

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A local favorite evident by a steady and constant line of regulars and new for their fresh made sandwiches and Italian favorites. Great family team ran business. I usually go the egg salad and horseradish cheese sandwich. But plenty of choices for yourself. read more

I gave Them five stars before. 5 stars today. Perfect Pastrami sandwich. Soft roll, full of meat... read more

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I'd never come here before, and I saw people on social media who kept talking about Parma as one of the better sandwich places in the area. I was in the area for a job, and things ran a little long, so I figured why not check this place out. This was my first time here, so I didn't know what to get, but I heard a customer in front of me ask for the Italian Mix. I didn't know what it was, so I asked the employee when they rang me up. It's a humongous sandwich with prosciutto, salami, ham, mortadella, and provolone. They asked if I wanted "everything," and when I asked what "everything" meant, they walked me through lettuce, onion, tomato, mayo, mustard, and other toppings. I asked for everything but tomato. I also ordered a BLT for my colleague. I also ordered a tri color pasta, and she liked the BLT. She asked if they made the bread in-house, because she liked it. I didn't know, but it was so delicious. The Italian Mix was comically large, but seriously delicious. I'd happily eat this anytime I'm in the neighborhood and craving a sandwich. The employees were super friendly, and the place can be a little cramped, but it's a hidden gem in Concord. I see why everyone raved about them. I'll definitely come back. read more

Are you looking for the ultimate sandwich where the meat is stacked so high, you almost have to eat it open faced? Parma Deli is your place. My husband and I frequent Parma several times each month. One of our favorites is the Turkey w Havarti on a Dutch Crunch Roll. The turkey is amazing and kept in the hot food case and sliced to order. Another favorite is the Italian Mix which we like on a sour dough roll. Slathered with mayo & mustard on both sides of the bread; generous amount s of ham, prosciutto, mortadella, salami and a hefty slice of provolone, we enjoy this with onion, peperoncinis, lettuce & tomato. The Italian Mix recently made the Top 10 List in the Bay Area last month. One sandwich is more than enough for 2 adults and clearly leaves you thinking about what to order next time. In addition to sandwiches, they have hot foods, pasta, entree salads, and lots of yummy sides . You cannot go wrong at this deli. It is clearly one of the best and my favorite for that perfect sandwich that satisfies your cravings. read more

Our sandwiches were delicious and made exactly how we ordered. Customer service was friendly and courteous. This was our first time here but it won't be our last. read more

Wish I knew when you have polenta ??? I had the best ever polenta and meatballs there .. and whenever I go you don't have polenta...could you please let me know when ??? And I will surely be there !!! Thank you read more

Finally made my way to Parma, and was not disappointed. I ordered the "Italian Mix" on a sourdough roll. The sandwich was one of the best tasting deli sandwiches I have had in a very long time. The quality of the meat, cheese and fixings were superb. Finally, the roll was fresh and tasty. Five stars just for the bread as well. Service was with a smile as well. read more

Parma Delicatessen - Italian Mix - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

The very best! we love going there and getting sandwiches. The service is outstanding and the food is even better. Authentic Italian deli. Pepper read more

Parma Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

On my bucket list for several years. Finally, and I'm happy to say, dreams do come true! For the record, I don't really like Concord. Generally, it's FUGLY. I do like the The Veranda, and well, my boss lives there -- and I like him. I went on Monday. Incidentally, in the same center, Hillside Dawgz and Frickin Fried, are in the same f-ugly complex...but closed on Monday. It would've been tempting to get a trifecta lunch if all were open. I stepped in. It's small. It's not a market, it's definitely a sandwich shop and mostly "to go", although they have 2 tables to eat in. But clean, and I like it. I also like the people. Nice folks, talkative, real. All of them. To go, I ordered 2 sandwiches: ========================== * Turkey and Ham on a soft sourdough roll [$11.50, 4.0 stars] -- it's loaded, and all good quality stuff. Unfortunately, I didn't like the soft roll. Not very soft. * Hot Meatball on a soft sourdough roll [$11.99, 4.0 stars] with a side of mac. Decent meatballs, good sauce. Not a lot of mozz cheese (had some and parm), and again, I didn't like soft roll. Conclusion: ============ Not running back, and certainly, not to Concord. But, if in the area, I'd try a couple of new offerings that I hadn't tried yet...and different bread -- I over-invested! read more

Parma Delicatessen - Hot Meatball on a soft sourdough roll [$11.99, 4.0 stars] - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

If you haven't been here yet, stop what you're doing, like literally stop reading this and just go down there. This is by far one the last true good delis around. They don't skimp on meat, they don't skimp on anything ! All they do is make the best food and sandwiches you can ever get. The staff, well that's the best part ! Get in there order yourself a sandwich, or try one of there many homemade foods as well. Also this was my order: My favorite sandwich, this a custom one by me salami, southwest turkey, pepperoni, and of course the works (add cream cheese and pepper jack) read more

Parma Delicatessen - My favorite sandwich - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

Parma Deli has long been my favorite spot to grab a sandwich in Contra Costa County. Mary and Sam, the mother-and-son owners, have always treated me like family. When COVID-19 shut everything down in March 2020, I was worried that they may not survive. Thankfully, they weathered the storm better than many other food establishments and are back to business as usual. That's certainly good news to me and other sandwich lovers! Through the years, I have posted many pics of their delicious sandwiches here. But today I want to talk about their catering service. In the past five years, I have used it numerous times for large training sessions and operations and was super impressed by their diligence, punctuality, pricing, and food quality. I work with a bunch of people that are hard to please, but never once did I hear anyone complain about their food. That, in itself, is a ringing endorsement for them. Aside from sandwiches, they also do hot food catering for all occasions. Should you find yourself in need of a reliable caterer, consider this local family-owned business. I'm sure they will do a good job for you! P.S. Do yourself a favor and try their Italian Combo sandwich. Best in the East Bay! read more

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First time here. They exceeded my expectations, nice balance of meat to bread ratio. Price is also very reasonable by current market, you will feel that you received your money's worth. Flavors to the deli meats were not too salty, which I love! Meatballs were cooked like how mom used to make them at my home. I look forward to trying out the menu. It was well worth the drive! read more

Def an easy and small sandwich shop. I'd love to come back and try more. I love that it's not super fancy or over the top. Keep it simple. This is exactly what this place did, prices aren't too bad, since inflation but I would def come here again. Ended up with the pastrami on rye and it was great! read more

Parma Delicatessen - Pastrami in rye - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

Parma is located off Clayton Rd, in the same shopping center as Min's Kitchen, Izakaya An, and Mountain Mike's. It's in one of the further back corners, and might be easy to miss sometimes unless you're looking for the spot, as the outside is very non-flashy, and the name on the sign actually has a shortened version of their name. It's not a large place, as it's a pretty straight forward deli style place. Enough space to have a handful of people in line at a time in the shop, and I did see a table or two across the counter. Not exactly a sit-down place, but is a deli. I called in my order to go pick-up. No issues, person on phone was helpful, and if I had questions answered them without issue. The staff on arrival were also friendly, no complaints. They also do spaghetti, meatballs, and some other things that looked quite delicious that I may want to go back for next time, but the focus today was going there for a tasty sandwich. Menu wise, they have a good option of sandwiches to pick from. You can also make your own as well if that's your thing. They seem to carry a wide assortment of meats too, so should be something for everybody sandwich wise. Pricing, it's also well priced for your basic sandwiches, though some of the more specialty stuff does get a bit pricier, but I'll speak to this a bit soon. What I ordered today were two things: Italian Combo and a potato salad. The potato salad was okay. While it wasn't bad, it's not the kind of potato salad that I like. The potatoes also kind of had a weird texture to them like they were overcooked, and just kind of mushed a bit too much for my liking. It wasn't bad, but I wouldn't go out of my way to get this again. The Italian Combo was tasty. It's one of their more expensive sandwiches, but there is a reason for that; it's packed full of meat. And when I say packed full of meat, it really is just that. Felt like I was eating a stack of playing cards, but instead of cards they were slices of meat. So many different kinds of meat smashed into this one sandwich. It was huge for sure. Comes with your basic other things like tomatoes etc. The one thing I do sort of wish it had more of were the mayonnaise or some kind of other sauces. The meats themselves were pretty flavorful actually, so that helped to make things less bland, but just need a little more of something because of how much meat was in the sandwich. Parma does offer some tasty options for sandwiches. I would also love to try some of their homemade spaghetti, meatballs, and some other dishes that were in their hot section. Looks delicious. Pricing and quantity go hand and hand, and for me it was balanced here. Looking forward to my next visit back and try something else on the menu. read more

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One of the better sandwich spots in Concord. Our go to spot. Workers are friendly and give good recommendations.

True Italian family business. Food is great and prices are super reasonable considering the amount you get! Grab a table or take home. read more

Parma Delicatessen - Italian - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

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Super mad at myself for waiting this long to try Parma, especially given how close I am. I'll give myself a little break since their hours open are the ones that I am at work as well. However, holy moly. I stopped in today and at first was overwhelmed. The smells were amazing. I just had no idea how it worked, how to order, where to order or the process. So I observed, shopped in the little market area and figured it out. Ordered the half turkey on Dutch crunch and half soup which was chicken and wild rice. I also ordered the chicken pesto panini. Figured I'd split with the roomie. Y'all- came home tasted the soup, inhaled the soup, got back in my car and bought the last quart! So darn delicious. Period. When I walked back in so soon after I left, they thought something was wrong- asked me if everything was ok and I said no- that the soup was addicting and I had to come back for more. Lol I mean the history and reputation serves itself, so I'm not telling you anything new. Go. And your belly will be happy. read more

Parma Delicatessen - Miscellaneous items for purchase - Delis Near Me - Concord, California

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