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The restaurant we planned to grab lunch at was closed, so we walked a few blocks and ended up finding this deli. Ordering takes a minute to figure out. You start in the back toward the center to place your order, then move to line up on the left side to pick it up and add toppings to hot sandwiches. After that, you bring everything to the front to pay. Quite few people, us included, were a little unsure where to go next. The sandwiches made up for it. I got the tri tip special with garlic butter and swapped the Swiss for pepperjack. The meat was sliced thin and really tender, and the garlic butter a perfect addition. I'm not usually big on sauces, but they have a good variety of house options if that's your thing. We'll definitely be back. I was also happy to see they have another location in San Bruno.
The Boys' Deli is a small market stocked with snacks and grab-and-go treats, but the real highlight is the sandwich counter in the back. Service was efficient and friendly, and the ordering process is straightforward. You choose a base sandwich, pick your bread, and customize it with their selection of veggies. We got the Sanfranpsycho with all the veggies and it was phenomenal. Highly recommend the Dutch crunch bread. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and well put together, exactly what I look for in a great sandwich.
I LOVE The Boy's Deli. My friend put me on about a year ago and I've been obsessed since. The line is usually always long but it's so worth the wait! It is located within a store so there's no tables or any space to sit, just order to go. Vegetarians try my order!! -Sourdough roll toasted (or Dutch crunch depending on the day) -Mozzarella cheese -Sriracha mayo -Mustard -Lettuce -Onions -Pickles -Pepperoncini -Salt + pepper -Oil + vinegar
Deli and market on busy Polk Street. Big sandwich board full of choices. Lots of ingredients featuring Boar's Head products. I'm not a huge fan of BH, but the huge selections here is unmistakable. My Hb likes pastrami sandwiches so I got us the Lightweight Tipsy Sandwich to try. It has hot pastrami brisket, Swiss cheese, spicy mayo and coleslaw on Dutch crunch roll. Pretty good. Ambiance is of a busy market /deli. Located on Polk between Green and Vallejo.
What a gem! We visited The Boys' Deli on a Sunday afternoon and found it pretty busy. The sandwich counter is located in the back of a convenience store. There's no seating and service is quick and all-business, as it should be. I chose the Sanfranpsycho (no bacon) on Dutch Crunch bread and my partner ordered The Freak, also on Dutch Crunch. Our sandwiches were toasted and ready in about 5 minutes. They were huge! The texture of the Dutch Crunch was perfect, and biting into the crisp outer layer was so satisfying. The turkey, gouda, pesto, garlic spread and remoulade were super flavorful together. My partner said The Freak was also incredible. Highly recommend stopping by for a quick, filling lunch!
This is my first time here but not first time eating a Dutch crunch. I've had one before but this place was super good! The spot is super small but my man working was grinding. The system he had was you order in the middle and then move to the left for your toppings. Service was super fast for how busy it was and for one person working. I would do some research or get some recs before going in especially when it's busy. There is a piece of paper in the front with their top 5 sandwiches if you absolutely don't know what you want. Judging by what I had and what my girlfriends told me, everything is good. You can also make your own but I felt like I should try at least a few of their signatures before making my own. I ended up getting the Sandlot on a Dutch crutch with jalapeños for some elevated spice. I do gotta say, this place does not skimp. You get what you pay for and if not more than that. Im a big guy and usually end up eating more than one sandwich or eating my girlfriends left overs but this one got me stuffed. Overall amazing sandwich and an awesome recommendation for first timers looking for a good bite.
Came on a Tuesday during lunch time. The store is pretty small so it's a little confusing where to order and where to wait to pick up. Waited around 7 minutes after ordering and it came up to be around $18. The Dutch crunch was VERY good, had a great crunch to it. The sandwich was also very filling! It was pretty good but I just found it a little more on the expensive side while comparing it to other sandwich places. It's a great place though for a quick sandwich pick up if you're in the area! I would recommend ordering ahead of time online.
Found The Boys' Deli on Yelp while in SF for the weekend and I'm so glad we did! The store was spotless, busy, and the two sandwich makers were fast and precise! Even a SF Officer was in there getting a sandwich. Our sandwiches were heavy & loaded with all their delicious toppings. We Ordered The Italian Sub and Chicken Bacon Ranch. Both sandwiches were amazing and we'll definitely be back when we're in the area!
This place is a must-try if you are craving a sandwich in San Francisco! My friend and I stumbled upon this "hidden" gem while looking for a place to grab a quick lunch. They have a ton of different options (as well as a build-your-own), so there is something for everybody! I got the Sanfranpsycho, which I believe is one of their more popular options, and I LOVED it! This sandwich had honey turkey, gouda, bacon, pesto, garlic spread, and remoulade, as well as some customizable additions like lettuce. Their dutch crunch was perfect, crunchy but not hard. My friend got theThe Freak, which had pastrami brisket, chipotle gouda cheese, bacon, honey mustard, sriracha mayo, onions, and jalapeño. He loved his as well! Overall this was a great experience and I definitely recommend stopping by if you are in the area!
10/10 sandwiches ive ever had in my whole life and i mean that no joke , i live in socal and i drive 6hrs for these sandwiches, my top favorites are "the godfather " and "the freak" , service is straight forward and easy enough plus u get the convenience store too so grab the extra needed stuff but anyways go try these asap ur missing out if u haven't
Nestled in the back of a market, you'll find The Boys' Deli. They have a wide variety of sandwich options and a handful of bread choices. Came in on a Sunday morning, found street parking, and there was no wait. I ordered the Italian Sub on Dutch Crunch and it came out within 5 minutes. The sandwich was packed and very good. A bit wet, probably due to the mayo + oil and vinegar + tomato combo, but still very good. The bread was toasted beautifully as well. I felt like the price of $19 for a sandwich was a bit steep, but this is the city after all.
The Freak 7.5/10 - Dutch crunch bread was warm and toasty with nice outer crunch. Overall condiment combo was good but the aioli should've been thicker. You order in the center line and then line up again on the left to finish the sandwich. No indoor seating, eat at Helen Wills Park!
23 hours ago
Nowadays, everyone offers Dutch crunch bread, so I wasn't expecting much. I was pleasantly surprised that the bread was not only flavorful but also incredibly crunchy and dense, one of the better sandwich spots around the city that I will recommend from here on out. The San Franpsycho was incredibly decadent, full of sauce that made the sandwich rich. It got a little overwhelming near the end, but it's still worth it for the price. Can't wait to go back and try the other sandwiches they have to offer read more
24 days ago
We were in the area and wanted a quick bite! Our friend suggested The Boys' Deli for one of their sandwiches. We ended up getting 2! Cozy neighborhood deli with friendly and fast service. ***OUR PICKS *** SANFRANPSYCHO ($17.99) Honey turkey, smoked gouda cheese, bacon, pesto, garlic spread and remoulade (spicy Mayo). Yummy with a little kick! If you want to have it even spicier, add the pickled jalapeños too! 5/5 ITALIAN SUB ($17.99) Salami, ham, mortadella, provolone, oil and vinegar. This is what an Italian sub should taste like! 5/5 Now, we had some tapas before grabbing the sandwiches, so we weren't entirely hungry. But these sandwiches were delicious and hit the spot! For not being hungry, the sandwiches were taken down without regret! Loved the crispy Dutch crunch bread that they used. Both sandwiches were very good and I can't say I liked one over the other. We would definitely come back again when the sandwich craving hits! read more
5 months ago
The restaurant we planned to grab lunch at was closed, so we walked a few blocks and ended up finding this deli. Ordering takes a minute to figure out. You start in the back toward the center to place your order, then move to line up on the left side to pick it up and add toppings to hot sandwiches. After that, you bring everything to the front to pay. Quite few people, us included, were a little unsure where to go next. The sandwiches made up for it. I got the tri tip special with garlic butter and swapped the Swiss for pepperjack. The meat was sliced thin and really tender, and the garlic butter a perfect addition. I'm not usually big on sauces, but they have a good variety of house options if that's your thing. We'll definitely be back. I was also happy to see they have another location in San Bruno. read more
The Boys' Deli is a small market stocked with snacks and grab-and-go treats, but the real highlight is the sandwich counter in the back. Service was efficient and friendly, and the ordering process is straightforward. You choose a base sandwich, pick your bread, and customize it with their selection of veggies. We got the Sanfranpsycho with all the veggies and it was phenomenal. Highly recommend the Dutch crunch bread. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and well put together, exactly what I look for in a great sandwich. read more
I LOVE The Boy's Deli. My friend put me on about a year ago and I've been obsessed since. The line is usually always long but it's so worth the wait! It is located within a store so there's no tables or any space to sit, just order to go. Vegetarians try my order!! -Sourdough roll toasted (or Dutch crunch depending on the day) -Mozzarella cheese -Sriracha mayo -Mustard -Lettuce -Onions -Pickles -Pepperoncini -Salt + pepper -Oil + vinegar read more
4 months ago
Deli and market on busy Polk Street. Big sandwich board full of choices. Lots of ingredients featuring Boar's Head products. I'm not a huge fan of BH, but the huge selections here is unmistakable. My Hb likes pastrami sandwiches so I got us the Lightweight Tipsy Sandwich to try. It has hot pastrami brisket, Swiss cheese, spicy mayo and coleslaw on Dutch crunch roll. Pretty good. Ambiance is of a busy market /deli. Located on Polk between Green and Vallejo. read more
What a gem! We visited The Boys' Deli on a Sunday afternoon and found it pretty busy. The sandwich counter is located in the back of a convenience store. There's no seating and service is quick and all-business, as it should be. I chose the Sanfranpsycho (no bacon) on Dutch Crunch bread and my partner ordered The Freak, also on Dutch Crunch. Our sandwiches were toasted and ready in about 5 minutes. They were huge! The texture of the Dutch Crunch was perfect, and biting into the crisp outer layer was so satisfying. The turkey, gouda, pesto, garlic spread and remoulade were super flavorful together. My partner said The Freak was also incredible. Highly recommend stopping by for a quick, filling lunch! read more
This is my first time here but not first time eating a Dutch crunch. I've had one before but this place was super good! The spot is super small but my man working was grinding. The system he had was you order in the middle and then move to the left for your toppings. Service was super fast for how busy it was and for one person working. I would do some research or get some recs before going in especially when it's busy. There is a piece of paper in the front with their top 5 sandwiches if you absolutely don't know what you want. Judging by what I had and what my girlfriends told me, everything is good. You can also make your own but I felt like I should try at least a few of their signatures before making my own. I ended up getting the Sandlot on a Dutch crutch with jalapeños for some elevated spice. I do gotta say, this place does not skimp. You get what you pay for and if not more than that. Im a big guy and usually end up eating more than one sandwich or eating my girlfriends left overs but this one got me stuffed. Overall amazing sandwich and an awesome recommendation for first timers looking for a good bite. read more
10 months ago
Came on a Tuesday during lunch time. The store is pretty small so it's a little confusing where to order and where to wait to pick up. Waited around 7 minutes after ordering and it came up to be around $18. The Dutch crunch was VERY good, had a great crunch to it. The sandwich was also very filling! It was pretty good but I just found it a little more on the expensive side while comparing it to other sandwich places. It's a great place though for a quick sandwich pick up if you're in the area! I would recommend ordering ahead of time online. read more
2 months ago
3 months ago
Found The Boys' Deli on Yelp while in SF for the weekend and I'm so glad we did! The store was spotless, busy, and the two sandwich makers were fast and precise! Even a SF Officer was in there getting a sandwich. Our sandwiches were heavy & loaded with all their delicious toppings. We Ordered The Italian Sub and Chicken Bacon Ranch. Both sandwiches were amazing and we'll definitely be back when we're in the area! read more
This place is a must-try if you are craving a sandwich in San Francisco! My friend and I stumbled upon this "hidden" gem while looking for a place to grab a quick lunch. They have a ton of different options (as well as a build-your-own), so there is something for everybody! I got the Sanfranpsycho, which I believe is one of their more popular options, and I LOVED it! This sandwich had honey turkey, gouda, bacon, pesto, garlic spread, and remoulade, as well as some customizable additions like lettuce. Their dutch crunch was perfect, crunchy but not hard. My friend got theThe Freak, which had pastrami brisket, chipotle gouda cheese, bacon, honey mustard, sriracha mayo, onions, and jalapeño. He loved his as well! Overall this was a great experience and I definitely recommend stopping by if you are in the area! read more
1 month ago
10/10 sandwiches ive ever had in my whole life and i mean that no joke , i live in socal and i drive 6hrs for these sandwiches, my top favorites are "the godfather " and "the freak" , service is straight forward and easy enough plus u get the convenience store too so grab the extra needed stuff but anyways go try these asap ur missing out if u haven't read more
Nestled in the back of a market, you'll find The Boys' Deli. They have a wide variety of sandwich options and a handful of bread choices. Came in on a Sunday morning, found street parking, and there was no wait. I ordered the Italian Sub on Dutch Crunch and it came out within 5 minutes. The sandwich was packed and very good. A bit wet, probably due to the mayo + oil and vinegar + tomato combo, but still very good. The bread was toasted beautifully as well. I felt like the price of $19 for a sandwich was a bit steep, but this is the city after all. read more
2 months ago
Disappointed with portions. Not worth the cost. All pictures online advertised a much bigger sandwich. read more
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1 year ago
The Freak 7.5/10 - Dutch crunch bread was warm and toasty with nice outer crunch. Overall condiment combo was good but the aioli should've been thicker. You order in the center line and then line up again on the left to finish the sandwich. No indoor seating, eat at Helen Wills Park! read more
Solid deli sandwich, enjoyed the sauciness from spicy mayo and pesto in the sanfranpsycho sando. The spicy mayo has a kick which i really enjoy! Went in at ~4pm on a weekend and wheat roll was the only available bread but it ended up being good. read more
I got the freak, and it was delicious! The bread was tasty and crunchy, the fillings were generous, and all the flavours worked really well together. It was also a large sandwich, a good deal by San Francisco standards. Would come again! read more
9 months ago
When I crave an absolutely loaded sandwich I hit up The Boys' Deli on Polk. Everything from the meat and cheese to the toppings and sauce is always phenomenal. I think it's a little pricey but for the amount of food you get I'm okay with it. Guys behind the counter and at the front are always cool. Nice store to look around while you wait. My favorite sandos are the San Franpsycho and the Godfather. Sandlot is solid too. read more
5 months ago
This is a local joint that is always spot on. I think the quality of ingredients, especially the bread, really sets this sandwich apart from any other sandwich in the city. Service is no frills. You better know what you're getting when you get up to the counter. Price point is actually super solid for the quality and portions. I'm a frequent customer and have never once been let down by the quality and price ratio. read more
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Initially came here for the Dutch Crunch, but it was sold out by ~2:30pm. Nonetheless, the sourdough came through and this was the most delicious sandwich I've ever eaten. The bread was somehow full of flavor and will put you in a spell!! Quick tip, the deli section is all the way in the back of the store and the register is tucked in the back! read more
the sandwich is so so good and was still crunchy even when we did doordash it. it was v spicy but tasted so good. we keep coming back to this place as a team, and will still keep coming back because the food is so good i would recommend going if you have the chance! read more
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A delicious sandwich! I'm convinced that anything on the Dutch crunch bread would be delicious. From the time it took to order the sandwich to getting it was very fast. The deli reminded me of the New York bodegas I'm used to, so I loved the vibes inside. An elite sandwich place! read more
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9 months ago
This sandwich shop is in the back of the deli, and it's one of the better sandwiches I've had. My parents loved it too. I ordered 5 sandwiches and there was only one worker but he was able to make them very quickly and I didn't need to wait that long. read more
2 years ago
5/5 Cannot emphasize it enough, please go!! Too good to describe... I think the sandwich was honestly really flavorful, it had a lot of sauce, you can customize the ingredients, it's just overall a high quality sandwich. I got the Freak and San Franpsycho, both were yummy in their own ways. No bathroom but it's conveniently located inside a little convenience store so you can buy a variety of snacks and drinks while you wait for your sandwich to be made. read more
I'll be honest, it doesn't really get much better than this. A sandwich with juicy sausage, fluffy egg, and pesto aioli, on all their Dutch crunch. The cheese pull was top tier as well. I've been here for their deli sandwiches but this was the first time I have had the breakfast sandwich, and it's the best breakfast sandwich I have ever had. Incredible, no other words to describe it - you gotta try it for yourself. read more
My brother and I put in a pick up order online to pick up before fleet week (it's also right by Philz so we got our caffeine too). It was easy, Apple Pay made it so swift. We showed up and it was waiting for us on the shelf to the side. This place is in the back of the store of course because it's a deli! We went half and half on the Sanfranpsycho and Godfather. And of course, on dutch crunch for both! I'll always get dutch crunch if it's available because it handles the juices of the sandwich so well...and gotta get it for the crunch! We got these for a fleet week picnic, so by the time we unwrapped our sandwiches a couple of hours later they were still in great shape. If you don't like any sort of spicy, Godfather is nice and basic, sort of a palette cleanser. But if you're up for a little spiciness, definitely get the Sanfranpsycho. My brother thought the Sanfranpsycho was significantly tastier. I liked both, but Sanfranpsycho is definitely more unique especially with that red spicy and sweet creole sauce. Great sandos, easy to order online ahead of time, and convenient spot to grab and go. read more
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2222 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109
Polk Gulch, Russian Hill
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