The owners of this venue are simply adorable. I ran a sandwich food challenge on the Nexdoor app and I reviewed a few sandwich shops recommended to check out. The Pastrami Shop was roughly 7 miles from home, so it was worth the short drive. The place is right off Sunset and Whitney Blvd in Rocklin. It's a very small place so ordering to go is popular. But if you find a seat, definitely enjoy the local vibe of the regulars and talk with the owners for a bit. They really are passionate about their business, and serving their customers. I really enjoyed my half hot pastrami classic sandwich. The bread was toasted, mustard, provolone, and a side of pickles and jalapeños. Boy was it good! I really should have had the full size. Give er a shot if you're in the neighborhood. You won't regret it. I'll definitely stop by again. Loved it. read more

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I'm truly at a loss for words in describing this place. Perhaps 'basic' might be most appropriate. Let's first say that when I walked inside I nearly immediately turned around to walk out. The general look and atmosphere is off-putting. It seems devoid of product, somewhat disheveled and disorganized and lacking any substantive character. The place appears very 'long in the tooth', and no food products were evident anywhere. Added to it, no customers, yet some came later. Yet, I was hungry and stayed. To be honest, glad I did. They sell essentially one thing-PASTRAMI, and that's it. Well, indeed true to the restaurant name. Again, everything is basic! I opted for a Classic Pastrami Sandwich and was given the option for bread, I chose a soft roll, and provolone for cheese, plus mustard. At $22. for a sandwich, well, I had some hesitation. The place is apparently owned and run by a charming older couple who really are out to please, very friendly and congenial. I felt like I fell into an old Russian Jewish deli on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, no frills. Basic, but good food! OK, the Pastrami and the entire sandwich were AMAZING! The quality of the meat was top notch and quite good, probably some of the best around. The sandwich was HUGE and enough for two meals. I was offered peppers on the side and it was perfect for me to add some. The sandwich was nicely warmed/toasted, the cheese melted perfectly and it wasn't a difficult messy thing to eat as are many more upscale sandwiches and burgers these days. So, in the end it was worth it. The sandwich was indeed a surprise and excellent. Plus, they checked after I bit into it to be certain I was satisfied, with a smile. I got some chips and a drink and ate it there. Plenty of napkins were provided. Located in a rather funky 1960s shopping mall it's small, not that easy to find yet parking seems OK. Albeit it somewhat pricey the food is very good and the value is there. If you want Pastrami then this is the place. They sell bulk packages of it too. Try it. You might be as surprised by it. read more

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Always great pastrami plus the owners are super friendly! Fun 50s style diner seating inside. read more

The Pastrami Shop - Seating - Delis Near Me - Rocklin, California

A basic deli sandwich is $25.00. That would be a NO!!! 2 dollar signs are not enough to explain the pricing here, there needs to be 3 dollar signs. read more

SERVICE: counter style, fast AMBIANCE: cozy, super nice family-owned place FLAVORS: Half Reuben on a roll with American, LIGHT kraut (5/5) - light kraut makes ALL the difference because a little goes a long way. PORTIONS: filling and hearty PRICE: appropriate BONUS TIP: restroom is outside around the side, ask for key? read more

The Pastrami Shop - Half Reuben on Italian roll with American + light kraut (5/5 stars) - Delis Near Me - Rocklin, California

This place is a hidden, local gem in Rocklin for all of my pastrami fans! They're run by a small family who are so friendly and kind. Every time I've come in, I've had such a fun conversation with the staff/owner. Let's talk food: The pastrami here is SOLID. Now it's not "cheap", but what pastrami is? It's a thin cut pastrami and they're generous with portions. I'm a big fan of the Reuben but you can't go wrong either way. I appreciate how simple the options are. It's a no frills shop and menu, but they do it well. Highly recommend. Pls come support this local business! read more

The Pastrami Shop - Delis Near Me - Rocklin, California

Huge pastrami sandwich was delicious, it was shared between my husband and I. Husband and wife duo with lots of friendliness and good vibes/service. read more

The ultimate in mom-and-pop hole-in-the-wall businesses dishing up either pastrami or turkey sandwiches in a 4-table shop in the middle of a strip mall. Simple, clean, fresh read more

HUGE sandwich!!! Fed 3 of us! The bread was amazing and tried to steal the show. The meat is tender, lean and delicious

The Half Pastrami Reuben was very good and the pastrami tasted so good! They are not skimpy with their sandwiches. The couple is very nice and I love that the owners are making your sandwich. They are a little pricey but I think it's because it's a good size sandwich and they give you a lot of meat! The place is small nothing fancy but my guess is they get more takeout orders than dining in. read more

One of the best Pastrami sandwiches I've ever had, and the owners ( a couple ) were super sweet and nice. If you like pastrami, you'll love this place! Ph, and their bread was amazing too! read more

The Pastrami Shop - Classic Pastrami sandwich with bacon, swiss and mustard. - Delis Near Me - Rocklin, California

Microwave Pastrami with zero bark, the reviews must be padded for this place. Max's Deli in Auburn is legit...start there and skip this place. read more

It's good but mega expensive now. He should offer chicken. He needs to change the $$ rating. It's a counter not a sit down. So no ambience to speak of. Service is good. read more

This place is spectacular! I stopped after a long day of driving. I was greeted by a delightful man who loved his products and his job. Since it was my first visit, he reviewed the options with me. I left with my hands full of goodness and my heart filled with his good energy. After my first bite I knew I needed to leave a review. The pastrami was fresh, the bread was soft and every bite was made to perfection. I will be back! read more

The Pastrami Shop - Regular Half Pastrami Classic with mustard and provolone - Delis Near Me - Rocklin, California

My dad absolutely loves this place! They take such great care of him! The past year has been hard for him as he's not able to walk around very well and is impatiently waiting for his surgery.. but someone there comes out to his car and brings him his food, and you have no idea how much we appreciate people like you. Thank you! read more

Ridiculously tasty monster sandwiches served by a family that takes a ton of pride in delivering the best pastrami I've ever had. Six stars out of five! read more

If you're hungry in Rocklin, just stop Googling and head straight to The Pastrami Shop. These sandwiches aren't just sandwiches -- they're events. Huge, stuffed to the brim, and so delicious you'll wonder why you ever wasted calories on a "regular" deli. What makes it even better? The people. This family-run spot has the kind of warm, genuine service you can't fake. You're not just a customer here -- you're greeted with a big smile and treated like part of the family from the moment you walk in. It's rare these days to find a place that nails both the food and the vibe. The Pastrami Shop does exactly that. Big sandwiches, big flavor, big heart read more

A must try! We tried the Ruben! 10/10 Pastrami was deliciousss & I am typically not a pastrami lover but this hit the spot Bread- super fresh Definitely get that Russian sauce! Got the cherry peppers on the side & added some to the sandwich & it was even better. They were super nice & welcoming from the moment we stepped in the door. Tight place to sit but plenty of parks nearby. Going on my list of top take out sandwiches read more

The Pastrami Shop - Half Pastrami Reuben - Delis Near Me - Rocklin, California

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It's a nice sandwich shop where they specialize in Pastrami Sandwiches! It is located in a small strip mall. The shop is small with a few tables inside. The couple that run it are nice, friendly, funny, and good-natured. The menu is very simple, and that's all. Choice of two primary sandwiches Classic Pastrami and Classic Reuben. But they do have a couple of other sandwiches. Please check their website. Additional food options are french fries, chips, soda, and milkshakes. The bread used for their sandwiches is freshly baked bread like an Italian roll or sliced rye bread. We went with the Classic Pastrami on a toasted Italian roll with mustard, cherry peppers, and provolone cheese. They also sell UTZ chips, which are based out of Hanover, Pennsylvania, and predominantly in the East Coast. The sandwich was nice and hot. There was a good amount of pastrami in the sandwich. The sandwich was good, but the pastrami seemed to lack some flavor and was a bit dry. Don't get me wrong, I love a good Pastrami with the seasonings, black pepper, and the juiciness from the rendered fat. But, they are advertising lean beef pastrami, so what do i know!?! Overall, 3.5 stars. I wish them well! It's always good to have a good local sandwich place, so come and support your local business! read more

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$23 for a pastrami sandwich in a fast food type environment is absolutely insane. A couple dollars more and you get a steak dinner at a steakhouse. read more

Great food, great service, and great ambiance. I'll go back for sure. I had the pastrami on an Italian roll with mustard and provolone. One sandwich could be 3-4 meals for me. read more

Pastrami was tender and good flavor. The couple working there are super sweet and friendly. Prices are pretty steep however the sandwich was massive... which I had paid more attention to the menu--I missed that I could have got a half portion for cheaper. read more

This place is amazing and the owners are the sweetest ever. The quality and depth of flavors speaks for themselves

Mom and Pop place: EXCELLENT quality food, interesting style and variety of sandwiches. Delicious cheese and bacon home fries. I used to be a STRICT hot pastrami on rye, but after 85 years, I converted at the first bite of the barbecue and provolone pastrami, on a scrumptious home baked Italian roll. The only thing that needs to be improved is the lack of sufficient refrigeration for their bottled sodas. This is my go to place now for a delicious sandwich. read more

Found this place a bit by accident, and we're glad we did. House made pastrami was delicious. They talked me into getting mine on the house baked french roll instead of my tradition go-to of rye bread and it was excellent. They also make their own Russian dressing for their Reuben sandwich. The full size sandwich is big, split it with someone or get the half size. Or be hungry. This isn't a deli, you won't find things like turkey sandwiches. But the pastrami is top notch and the cole slaw is very good. read more

Love coming to this place, Get the Ruben it's great! The lovely couple that runs the place are so friendly and welcoming. It's small inside but if there's a seat I'd take it and enjoy the smiles and love from the owners. The pastrami is really great here. read more

Excellent pastrami sandwich... get the full size and split it with your spouse or friend. They are not cheap, so be prepared for sticker shock! After you have recovered, order the sandwich, you won't regret it. The pretzel bits are also yummy! They are owned by a sweet husband and wife who are very friendly. read more

Visiting my Brother at Roseville hospital. Wanted lunch, decided on The Pastrami Shop. WOW!!! Nice couple run the place. Went with the fresh baked bread that is delicious. Got the Half Pastrami. Very generous portion. Thinly sliced and mounded on the roll. This is an amazing sandwich. Glad I looked you up on Yelp!! read more

The Pastrami Shop - After first bite. Full of Pastrami. - Delis Near Me - Rocklin, California

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Abe and Julie are rockstars!! So down to earth, amazing food, amazing customer service, 100% recommend!!!! My first time here and I will be back! read more

Solid choice! Very small location and a couple regulars came in while I waited for my sandwich. Quick service. read more

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The food here is so good! We got two sandwiches and some pretzel bites that my kids demolished. The portions are very generous so come HUNGRY. The owners are the sweetest people, can't wait to come back soon. read more

Adorable shop and even cuter sweet man behind the counter. I'm not even a pastrami fan but boy oh boy was the Rueben delightful and the bread...the pickles were a perfect compliment as are some chips! Food was on point. We will be back. read more

my son and I went here and we judge a deli by their pastrami especially if it's called the pastrami shop. in our joint opinions it was no better than Mr. Pickles which we tried for some reason years ago. the guys behind the counter were nice enough but the product was very unimpressive. in their defense we're used to the best deli experience which on the east coast. read more

Was working in the area when the homeowner for my job recommended us to go to this place. The owners are very kind and the sandwiches were simply delicious! read more

This family run shop is small and friendly. The pastrami is PREMIUM quality, trimmed, and lean! Very little to NO gristle! I'd compare these sandwiches to the ones I've had in New York City! Yes, that good! Abe and his wife are real American success stories. They run the show and at lunch you might have to wait a bit (or order ahead) but you will get there very best EVERY time. A couple of small tables are available, but most people take out. If you're looking for a quiet place to enjoy your sandwich, go early or later. Lunch is crazy! One sandwich will feed the hungriest man or a guy and gal both. The usual chips, drinks, and cookies are available. Easy parking and handicap available. The sandwich? Ya gotta try the Classic! Mmmm! New York here I come! read more

The nicest couple! I'm not a pastrami lover but I tried some pastrami here and it was really good. Huge sandwich! They've been here for eight years and this was my first time in! read more

The owners are as great as there sandwich.. It's a pastrami sandwich haven. They create a great ambiance like your family We will stop by every time we make it to this part of Rocklin... Wish you guys were closer .. P.S. don't go light on there homemade sauce Pastrami Ruben with the sauerkraut OMG read more

You're not eating pastrami from those chain sandwich stores, this is quality meat and bread. The owners are friendly and caring, great service. Will definitely be going back! read more

The Pastrami Shop - Store front - Delis Near Me - Rocklin, California

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This place is the best pastrami I've ever tried so good. I will never eat anywhere else. All great people that works here too such a nice family. It was very clean and I love the vibes of the old school deli. read more

My husband and I stopped by here after our newborn photo shoot with a photographer who has their studio behind this sand which spot. We got out starving and decided to try it. Did not disappoint! We got one full classic pastrami and one full Sicilian giant and when I tell you their meat tastes super fresh. It was! We talked to the owner who gave us recommendations and he did not disappoint! We will definitely be recommending this place to our family and friends and are willing to go back. The staff is super nice and friendly. read more