I had an amazing time at The Boys Deli in San Francisco! It's a fantastic sandwich shop, and even though they don't offer vegan lunch meat, they were so sweet and accommodating. I brought my own, and they crafted a custom sandwich for me with a smile. My friend had the Reuben with just mustard and mayo, and he said it was perfect a great picnic lunch by the waterfront. The guys there are so sweet, funny, and have top-notch service. Plus, some of them are pretty cute! They were also super patient helping three little old ladies before us, so kind. And their tip jar was full of money so you can see how excellent their service is. Make sure to TIP They deserve it! I'll definitely be coming back! 5 STARS!! read more

Excellent sandwiches, made fresh. I like the toasted roll, they get the texture just right. Good size. I order ahead online, it's waiting when I walk in. Easy pickup. The store has chips, drinks, candy, etc so that's nice. 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

The Boys’ Deli - Sanfranpsycho Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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 - Tri Tippin Sandwich (subbed garlic butter instead of bbq, and pepper jack cheese instead of Swiss) - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

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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

The Boys’ Deli - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

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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

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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

The Boys’ Deli - The Sandlot Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

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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

The Boys’ Deli - Sanfranpsycho Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - The Italian Sub Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing and sizable sandwiches, and a lovely family who runs the place. The market has a solid selection of snacks, and the deli has great Boars Head meats. The named sandwiches are lovely as well, I'd recommend not building your own and going with one of theirs. read more

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

The Boys’ Deli - The Freak - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - The Freak - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sandwich was really good - in a cute little neighborhood. Staff was really nice, they let me use their bathroom and is the reason why I'm writing this review. I got the SanfranPyscho :) incredibly filling sandwich and they were not stingy in the meat. You can get an assortment of grocery store items here too and even nice bouquets of flowers that they help wrap up for you. Would recommend! read more

Killer sammies, couldn't just go once, now on our third visit 'cause it's so goood . Super friendly folks there and the sandwiches will full you up for two meals (lunch & dinner). read more

Got the sanfranpsycho which is one of the most popular ones. It was 7/10 for me. Had better expectations of it. The customer service was terrible. 0/10. There is no clear sign of where to order. Got yelled at by the guy who was making the sandwiches, even though he was speaking to me to order. The flow would be better if there was a sign of where to order. The same guy was the one putting the sandwich together and was very upset at me for not knowing how to order ( since it was my first time there...). I saw from the reviews that the customer service was poor but was expecting it hence why I ordered a "preselected" sandwich to avoid a rude/ terrible experience. Still it's still unavoidable bc the rude man in the red had ( asking you what you want) seems to have a rep of poor/ terrible customer service based on the reviews I read. If you want someone to ruin your day then come here. Otherwise the store itself is fine, since the guy at the register was super nice and friendly. I would not recommend this to someone unless you hate them. 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

The Boys’ Deli - Sanfranpsycho Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - The Freak - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - The Sandlot Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ok wow this place definitely lives up to the hype... 12/10 recommend. I want to come back and try literally every sandwich on this menu. My friend and I got the Freak & SanFranPsycho & went halvsies... best combo ever. Both sandwiches had so many layers of flavors & the ingredients were so fresh / high quality. The line was long when we got there but it moved fairly quickly / was definitely worth the wait. 100% will be coming back to try more sandwiches (or just for the half & half combo I had because I can't stop thinking about it). read more

Still a great neighborhood spot. I have tried a handful more sandwiches and I have really enjoyed them. The Sanfranpsycho, the freak and the sandlot were ones I really enjoyed. I know there are a few spots to grab sandwiches on Polk now but this is still my go to. read more

I been coming to Boy's Deli when they first added the deli in the back of the convenient store. Sandwiches were $9.99 back then and I would tell all my friends about this place. It is still as good as it was many years ago. Now the lines are much longer, especially during rush hour. Totally worth the short weight. Dutch Crunch with all your sandwiches is a must. They do sell out sometimes. My favorite is with spicy sauce, is delicious. I like all their sandwiches but my all them favorite is the PEPPERMILL. It is spicy and I love it! read more

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 Boys’ Deli - Honey Baked Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - Sanfranpsycho Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - Escape from Alcatraz - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - Escape from Alcatraz - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - Breakfast sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

The Boys’ Deli - Godfather SandwichGodfather - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

If you like warm mayo and wilted lettuce on a hot sandwich, this is your place. If you want a simple cold sandwich, apparently that's too much to ask. I asked to remove the bacon before it was even made and was told it was 'too late' in a condescending way. Rude service, especially when you're the one paying. read more

Best sandwiches in SF! Owner is awesome and the team is super friendly. I've tried all the sandwich shops in the area and this place never lets me down. read more

Boys deli is inside the back of a bodega, so you walk in and it feels a bit unassuming, but I think they have the best Dutch crunch sandwich in sf. They're super flexible w their service and lines have always gone down super fast. I got the city boy loaded with all the veggies and switched out the barbecue sauce w horseradish sauce. Typically don't switch the sauces or anything but im generally not a fan of bbq sauce so here we are. Anyway, the Dutch crunch here is always toasted to where you can hear the crackle of the bread as soon you bite into it. The bread is sourced from Boudin and you can buy a roll for 2.50! (The sandwich is def on the pricier side coming in at $19 after taxes, but! It can probably easily be split into two servings) the sandwiches here are fat, juicy, crunchy and always reliable. Pretty easily my fav deli in town read more

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AMAZING sandwiches in the Bay Area. We got the San Fran Psycho and the second one on the list (can't remember the name) - both were amazing, but SFP was our favorite. Make sure to get it with all the toppings and the sourdough bread! SO good. The specialty sandwiches seem a little pricey at first glance but honestly they're massive and two adults could definitely share one (but don't, bc you'll want one all to yourself), so you get your money's worth in quality and quantity! Service was excellent as well! read more

An amazing find! Tucked inside a market is a deli featuring Boars Head meats. Sandwiches are made to order right in front of you. You can have them warm or cold. Prices are very reasonable. And of course get your chips and drinks in the market which carries a great variety of groceries for such a small store. Excellent. read more

I got the Chicken, Bacon and Avacado. I can't recall the name now but it was exceptionally delicious. My friend got the Double Trouble and she also loved it! Will be coming back! read more

The Boys’ Deli - Chicken, Chicken garlic bacon Avocado - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

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PLEASE READ IF ITS YOUR FIRST TIME: - when you come in head straight down to the back where the "order here" sign is. - there you'll be only them him what sandwich, what type of bread, hot or cold (hot is extra $1.5) and if you want to add cheese (extra $2). - you will then go to the left side where another person will take your condiments order. - you have the options of everything on the left side on the window/glass. *oil, salt/pepper are an option but not on there - after the wrap up, go to the front to pay. as a anxious person, i was scared so i want to let other people know how to order since i didn't know. i did go during lunch hour (11:30-12:00p) it was very stressful for me but im sure it was for them too. overall this place is good and they have a good system for getting orders in and quick. know what you want ahead! online ordering was off and rather go inside since i had a big order for my office. sandwiches were good 8/10. not as good as id like but jammed pack with condiments. i got the Spartacus read more

Welcome to The Boys' where there is almost no wrong answers. A consistent reply to the question of, "who has the best sandwich in the city?" To what many reply, "them boys of course." Again, not a wrong answer. These sandwiches are big, and full and wet. Yes, don't let your kids read this. They've got the system wired, 2 of them boys were just back there on a Sunday slanging sammies to a line full of people. I won't bore you with all the details, just know if you are looking for the best, you might have found it here. There's really nothing else to say. (4.8 Stars) read more

The Boys’ Deli - Sanfranpsycho Sandwich - Delis Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wow, what a sandwich! These boys do it right. The deli is in the back of a small, local market. Head directly to the back wall, and select your choice from the multitude of pre set options, or make your own! Meat, cheese and possibly a sauce are placed on your choice of bread then toasted, and after you can put your veggies of choice, olive oil, vinegar, more sauce, salt, pepper. The lettuce is crunchy and shredded; love their shredded lettuce. It all comes together in a harmony of delicious flavors and textures in the mouth. Quick, easy. It's a clean space, and the market offers so many drink and chip options. Pick up for a picnic or road trip, or stroll down Polk. Yum. read more

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