First time here, and I absolutely loved it. The atmosphere and overall vibe make an amazing first impression--cozy, welcoming, and full of charm. I adored all the little trinkets and delicatessen touches throughout the space. The sweet, funny duo behind the counter truly made it feel like home. I ordered the Reuben and my husband got the grinder--both served on fresh, fluffy, perfectly baked bread. We'll definitely be back. read more

UGD serves up quality deli food with authentic flavors at reasonable prices It's clear why this place has been open for decades. As I was buying my sausages. soft pretzels, and potato salad, the lady said very little to me and the gentleman, nothing at all. When I tried speaking German, the lady said she didn't remember much of the language anymore. This blunt, "tell it like it is" way of interacting is pretty much how my family used to be, so I found it familiar -- even comforting. But it's easy to see how this can rub people the wrong way, especially if they're used to American (or even modern German) - style customer service. Everyone who found this rude is making reasonable statements. But to me this is more a case of people who have been doing the same thing for a long time without making updates. Decor-wise, place also seems to recreating the Germany that someone remembers from decades ago. The blue and white bunting, the beer steins, the picture of the Pope and other memorabilia make the place feel distinctly Bavarian, in a touristy way. A lot of places in Germany, even in the more traditional south have moved on. But my hope is that this place does continue until the proprietors retire with dignity or sell the business to some German-Americans with a passion for prepping and selling this type of food. read more

Food is good. I've never ordered here before but the lady helping me was very rude. She wasn't clear and seem to treat me like I was an inconvenience to her. I'm not sure if this is her normal behavior but if you wanted to be treated nicely when going to a place you don't know... this isn't for you. My first time here and service is disappointing & all she did was take my order. But if you wanna try the food buckle up cause she isn't a sweet old lady. Sorry that I didn't know how you specifically want someone to order. She CAN be nicer to her people. I'm actually watching her be nice right now. The man just told someone a price for something and the lady came rang her up and charged her more. I don't know, maybe honor the first price cause that's pretty messed. The person questioned the lady about the pricing the man gave her but she just said NO. And wouldn't budge. read more

3.5 Stars First visit and had a decent experience. We stopped in to grab some lunch and noticed that they offer "Take Out Only", even though there were a couple small tables/chairs inside. The couple running the store didn't have the greatest customer service/communication skills, and I was a little disappointed in the side dishes for our lunches. My wife and I ordered the Bratwurst Plates ($9.50) which came with a choice of one of three types of brats, 2 sides, and bread or bun. The brats were delicious and super flavorful; however, the sides were only "okay". The sauerkraut was on the sweet side, with no acidity, the warm German potato salad seemed to be missing something, pickles and mustard, maybe, and the macaroni salad was mayo heavy. This could all be personal preference, but I've had better. I did love the meat, cheese, and pastry cases and the store portion. We picked up some veal brats, rye bread, and other German goodies (red cabbage and crispy pickles) to take home. They have German greeting cards and all kinds of other sundries. I would stop in again when in the area and try something else off the menu. Definitely pick up some German goodies to bring home to my kitchen. read more

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Since the Alpine Village closed down, I have been driving EVERYWHERE to find its replacement. I was born in Germany, so my taste buds always crave a piece of home in the form of food. I found a recommendation online and it mentioned the cutest shop owners, so I was pretty excited to try this place out. When I walked in, the cutest old lady was sitting at one of the three tables at the entrance. I thought, great-- they allow dine in! I can soak in all the German before I leave and maybe even talk German to the owners!! They have a great selection, but are sold out of many things. Customer service is a little dry and it seemed as though every interaction was internally painful. I did not feel welcomed AT ALL and almost uncomfortable being there. When I received the food, I still asked to sit at the table and to my surprise was told that dine in is not allowed..... and when you look closely-- they have a sign on each table saying "TAKE OUT ONLY". Why keep the tables?? I had to eat in the car and I don't know if it was my sour taste for the place, but the food do not reach its potential. I was hoping to support a small mom and pop and visit regularly (even though it's a far drive), but I'll probably never come here again. read more

i love this place dearly. we got the kielbasa on a roll, liverwurst sandwich (my favorite), and the pastrami. dear lord i wish i could experience this for the first time again. the owners were incredibly friendly and sweet. read more

Upland German Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Upland, California

This was such a lovely lunch spot! We ordered a New York sandwich with corned beef and a polish bratwurst (which came with two sides for less than $10). The two owners were an older German couple that made it feel like I was in Germany again (aka: I needed to have the exact order ready with no mistakes). Everything was delicious and made to order. read more

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This review is for the Ruben Sandwich at the Upland German Deli Wow! What a find, and it's been here for as long as I've been here. How did I not know of this gem before? Made a wrong turn and stumbled upon a place that has the best Ruben, dollar for dollar, I have ever had! The pic shows just half the sandwich on a 9 inch plate...portioned out that would cost just $4.37. Yep, the whole darn samich is only $8.75. How does Subway stay in business with quality mom 'n' pop shop's like this? Service was great, being greeted warmly upon arrival and answering any questions a newby might have. This is not just a sandwich shop as they have pantry's full of German groceries, along with homemade pastries. Food A+ Service A+ Prices A+ read more

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Big fan of this place! It's really good and very affordable. The owners are very sweet and welcoming. I try different "specials" every time I go... or I'll get the schnitzel. I haven't had anything I did not enjoy here. And, there pastries are awesome. read more

Upland German Delicatessen - Cabbage rolls, potato salad and red cabbage. - Delis Near Me - Upland, California

The food was great, will definitely come back again. Loved all the German decor inside. I wish I had tried some pastries, the tiramisu looked so good. read more

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Great sandwich for a great price I paid 9 dollars with tax! Came in for the soup and salad combo but they told me that they stopped making soup. Will definitely come back again. Only issue is that they didn't use gloves to make my sandwich which wouldn't be a problem if I knew they washed their hands but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt that they did. read more

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Delicious sandwiches! Great service and affordable food! Definitely recommend coming here!

tl;dr the hearty German fare may not rock your taste buds, but it will provide a uniquely satisfactory bang for your buck Upland feels more like a suburban dessert than a foodie paradise. But, like the rest of San Bernardino County, it's home to its fair share of popular frill-less food stops. One local gem is Upland German Deli, the sole German-centric restaurant in the Inland Valley. Originally opened in 1977, the deli is now owned by elderly, Austrian-born proprietors Kristine and Edward Konefat. Blink and you'll miss the unpretentious off-white strip mall that Upland German Deli calls home, tucked away behind a Taco Bell and Starbucks. The Boar's Head neon sign and "Take Out Only" sign are visible through the tinted window. But step inside to find a homey, personalized delicatessen and market. The checkerboard-clothed tables up front are littered with supplies and knick-knacks. The whitewashed walls to the right are decorated with countless framed certificates from local newspapers; the exposed brick to the left has tchotchkes that you might otherwise find in a grandmother's living room. Further back, shelves are stocked with a cute selection of German refrigerated and pantry goods, from canned herring to frozen bratwurst. The Konefats are the only employees, slicing meats and carrying pastry trays behind the deli and bakery counter. German oompha public radio echoes unobtrusively around the walls. My partner and I visited Upland German Deli on a whim during a recent trip from Los Angeles to Big Bear, and we opted to try the Reuben Sandwich with pastrami with sides of German Potato Salad and a soft pretzel. Our resulting takeout box was surprisingly heavy, and we hustled to a nearby coffee shop to dig in. The rye bread on the sandwich was a step above the grocery store variety. One slice of bread ended up soggy from the watery, sweet gherkin-style sauerkraut, but I appreciated that both slices were generously slathered with the mustard-y Thousand Island-esque spread. The hefty portion of thinly sliced, deli meat pastrami was tender but not particularly flavorful -- don't expect Langer's-esque melt-in-your-mouth meat. The potato salad was totally unique: it featured a mustard-y dressing (rather than mayo-based), and it was served warm. Finally, the pretzel felt dry and stale, and its salt crystals were poorly distributed. I found myself wanting a side of mustard to amp it up. The service is person was sorely inefficient, but our bill ran a reasonable $15. Upland German Deli may be the best (only?) German restaurant and market around, but it's also a testament to why German cuisine isn't more ubiquitous. The prepared food is hearty and authentic, but it's nothing to go out of your way for. Nonetheless, I could see myself swinging by to pick up some beer, bratwurst, and other meal components before a future trip to Big Bear. read more

Love this place!! I got the Reuben sandwich the first time I came and have not altered from it. Super cute authentic vibe (from what I can tell). Really cool different options in food, drinks and sides. The Reuben is very good size and I can't believe the killer price $8 for a huge sandwich they are so underpriced! Highly recommended and great authentic German experience and service from the owners, highly recommended for something different or just every day for lunch! read more

Upland German Delicatessen - Reuben sandwich - Delis Near Me - Upland, California

This place is truly a gem. There's nothing else like it practically across all of LA and SB counties. I drive 30min-1hr in traffic just to come here because it's that worth it. The husband and wife (owners) are very nice and authentic once they warm up to you. The first experience may be a bit weird - she may seem rude - but it is simply how German personality can be - a bit cold but means well. Don't take anything personal - they are very happy you're here! Their food is great. I highly recommend their Chicken Schnitzel sandwich as well as the Reuben. I've also tried their Cabbage Rolls, Kassler pork chop, and Bratwurst meals. Everything is always tasty and authentic. The sides are very good. The sauerkraut and German potato salad are my favorites. They have AMAZING desserts. You genuinely can't go wrong with any of them. The market is also a nice touch too, to grab any shelf staples. Truly, everything here is great. Not to mention, their prices have remained so extremely fair. I really don't know of many places you can get a huge sandwich for around 10$. Give it a chance! These types of places need our support. read more

Great little spot to give you a little taste of Europe. Delicious cabbage rolls that reminded me of home and sweet and tasty deserts. Food was hot and there was a lot of it and the owners were so sweet! Purchased some other items and for how much stuff I got the prices are good for German goodies! Excited to come again, read more

Upland German Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Upland, California

Wonderful food, completely authentic. Wish we lived closer! Anytime we go up to ice house canyon it's our go to lunch spot.

Let it be known, the owner lady (who I share the same exact name with) is really off-putting lol. She has a strange personality that really does come off as rude. BUT, she told us that's her schtick. My husband, who's of German descent, was pretty pissed by her attitude. She said she was joking and that she's known for being that way. We were honestly just like wtf lol. However I did read reviews and even articles about her, that she does this for fun to keep work "interesting and not boring." Well, the verdict is. We like the food. A lot! We like it so much that we'd go back, even if her attitude is weird lol. My chicken schnitzel sandwich was simple but amazing because of the curry sauce and mayo I think. My husband enjoyed his Nuremberg bratwurst which comes with 2 sides. The sides came out nice and warm, they were good! The potato salad almost tastes like a peppered pasta. Sauerkraut was yummy. We will come back and try the other dishes! It's best to order in advance for stuff. Coleslaw and pasta too! It's a bummer though that the food is only given to-go. Can't eat there, but apparently before the pandemic you could. There's a couple tables in there, but Kristine said you can't eat there. read more

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They have the best Beef Dip sandwiches ever! Kristine the owner loves to tease and is a hoot. To make it even better their prices are much lower than they could be charging. It is worth going out of you way to come here. read more

Upland German Delicatessen - The best Beef Dip ever! - Delis Near Me - Upland, California

Come here for the authenticity, incredible amount of options, and high quality. Food options, desserts, pantry items, and beer

Somewhat congenial old folks run this place, but the service is incredibly slow and dysfunctional because they have difficulties remembering and keeping track of orders. Due to the wait, I got stuck in nightmare traffic, which put me in a sour mood. I can't even say that it's worth the trouble, because they also got my order wrong. I called back the next day expecting to be offered a refund, but she simply said "I think you received a Bavarian Burger, instead of the Bavarian sandwich. Sorry." and hung up on me. I even looked at their menu and still have no idea what type of sandwich they gave me. If I were you, I would stay away from this place until new owners take it over. There's a better German place in Calimesa called George's. I recommend giving them your business. *edit* I finally figured it out. The old guy gave me their smoked kassler pork chop, for some reason. That's definitely not a sandwich on their menu. Sadly, I think he probably has Alzheimer's or dementia. read more

best sausages one earth. Great selection of homemade pastries and cakes that are to die for with an amazingly youthful lady behind the counter read more

If you're a fan of authentic European flavors, the German Deli is a must-visit spot. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by the rich, comforting aromas that transport you straight to Germany. Overall, the German Deli offers a charming, authentic experience that showcases the best of German culinary traditions. It's the kind of place that feels like a little slice of Germany right in your neighborhood. read more

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Came back twice more within the last week and a half. Enjoyed the lovely German polka music playing in the background while waiting for my food. I had the Wiener schnitzel and deli meats. Returned and had the Reuben sandwich and a German pastry. I enjoyed the Wiener schnitzel and the pastry and deli meats were good (I should've asked for some head cheese). However, I absolutely loved the Reuben! I was never a sauerkraut guy but my wife pointed out that this was warmed up with the sandwich. This sandwich was delicious. I will definitely order it again. Next time I stop by I'm trying the chicken schnitzel sandwich. Stay tuned... read more

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Food was decent. Service was interesting. I grew up with an Omi who taught me to cook most of the food they offer here. Overall the ambience reminds me of a small old school deli. Which is what I grew up with. The only sad part is you can't eat on location. They knew the same person my Omi worked for at the Continental Deli. Which is where they get their sausages and other things that are deli related. Overall it's quaint. If you are looking for things from Germany they have lots of things they import. read more

We found this German Deli in October 2020. Our good friend hosted an Oktoberfest at their home. We wanted to keep it as authentic as possible so we found this little German Deli in Upland. It didn't t disappoint. We stocked up on a variety of German Bratwurst, spicy mustard, pickle fiesta veggies mix and some freshly baked pretzels. Everything was a hit at the Oktoberfest party! Since then we have been coming back for all their amazing and fresh food. I highly recommend that if you're craving some German food definitely pay them a visit. Don't mind the shop owner. She's a firecracker with a wicked sense of humor. I know some of the previous post say she's rude, but she's not! She just has a very dry wicked sense of humor. We come for the food and her spicy fiery personality. It's a package deal! Lol read more

Upland German Delicatessen - Pretzels - Delis Near Me - Upland, California

My husband has been looking for German brats like he remembers from an old deli where he grew up. This place has the closest to what he remembers, and everything we've gotten so far has been delicious. The last time we came in, we got Nuremberg brats, and grilled them at home, and had their homemade sauerkraut on the side. It was amazing! The owner, Kristine, suggested a peach tart to go with it, and it was truly fantastic. I'm not sure if they make their own desserts, or bring them in, but this was delicious! We really love the atmosphere and the fun banter from the owners. They are delightful to chat with and buy from. We will keep coming back as long as they are there! read more

Sandwich was old Wiener schnitzel was old n had been frozen The lady at the counter had a bad attitude Will never go bad If I could put less then one star I would have read more

Amazing food! I got the combo plate with the polish bratwurst, red cabbage, and sauerkraut. It was absolutely delicious! I am newer to German food and this hit the spot. Awesome elderly owners! read more

Amazing food! Very fresh and authentic! Please support this local business. This is a hidden gem must try

I've been craving sauerbraten for weeks. I'm finally in Rancho when the German deli has it. They are normally sold out when I'm here. What a disappointing meal! The meat tasted like a deli roast beef in a packaged brown gravy. No sour taste at all. Maybe I should share my great grandmothers recipe with them . The spatzle was flavorless and the red cabbage was so so. The raspberry tart wasn't bad but it was really dry. The gentleman who greeted me when I first arrived was very friendly. The woman not so much! Nice little place with some German decor. read more

Upland German Delicatessen - Sauerbraten meal with red cabbage and spätzle. - Delis Near Me - Upland, California

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I wish I could tell you about all the food here, I'm certain it's great. However I always get the Reuben which is the best this side of New York. Great place, nice lovely owners. Go there read more

Wow, never have I had such a hard time deciding what to get, because everything looked so great. Due to my poor decision-making abilities, I simply gave up and picked two things that seemed to have pictures. Ordered the sauerbrauten and cabbage rolls, both solid German dishes that came out perfectly! The sauerbrauten was perfectly marinated and absolutely melted in your mouth evenly enough for me to taste the sauce and meat simultaneously. The cabbage rolls were also very tasty, with the cabbage being easy to chew through, allowing me to easily get at the stuffed goodies inside. As my sides, I had German potato salad, Swiss potato salad, the spaetzle (I hate to call it German pasta, but that gives you a vague idea of what it is) and red cabbage. All of these were great and made each dish a full meal with diverse flavors. That being said, the standouts were the Swiss potato salad and the spaetzle. The Swiss potato salad was mustardy and refreshing, which you'll simply like if you like mustard, which I did as a dangerous mustard supremacist and average potato enjoyer. The spaetzle was actually my favorite - I usually like spaetzle, but this one came out fresh, warm, and chewy. The edges were only lightly fried, so you could enjoy a roasted exterior covering a chewey inside. Really a level of attention to dough-making and preparation that I very rarely see in Western food (where it's often relegated as a neglected "non-hip" staple). Overall, super excited to try this place out again and get one of these dishes again. Also, the woman who runs the counter was both extremely nice, no-nonsense, and humorous, so another plus (German food is often as underrated as...German food)! read more

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My parent loved this place for the authentic German food and that you could purchase freshly made from their deli. My wife and I stopped in for an early lunch one day and really enjoyed our experience. I ordered the Yodler Sandwich, Sliced knackwurst and melted cheese on Rye bread. My wife ordered the Swiss Schnitzel, breaded white pork, roasted onion, tomatoes sand melted cheese. Both meals came with German style potato salad and coleslaw. Both meals were absolutely delicious. The flavor for each sandwich was incredible. Nothing beats a freshly made good German sandwich. The German potato salad as well as the coleslaw were incredible and taste wholly different from the American versions. If you appreciate traditional German food or would like to try it out, this is the place to go. You can go wrong with anything on the menu, it is just different from American style food. They are usually a bit busy so there may be a bit of wait, but everything is made fresh and is worth the wait. While you are waiting for your food, look around the store at their market and imported items. Items like Red Cabbage, Sauerkraut, pickles and freshly made German pastries are also well worth the price. This is a family business who take their meals very seriously, so much care is put into their food. I have heard that they are rude but in all my time have never experienced that kind of service although you must remember that the German way of communication might be misconstrued vs how we communicate here in California. This German Deli is a much visit for anyone longing for real German food read more

Upland German Delicatessen - Half Yodler and half Swiss Schnitzel - Delis Near Me - Upland, California

The puff pastry with the powdered sugar on it was amazing. It had a creamy filling in it. I'm definitely going back for more. The sausages were also delicious !! read more

Awesome little deli amazing pastries and the sandwich was so big I couldn't even finish it

I made the mistake of ordering a dinner plate in a deli......so I'll take some of the blame and keep it at 4 stars. I read about this place in a travel magazine and decided to give it a try. I ordered the sauerbraten....here is the description from their menu: "Heavily marinated steak with a brown gravy" As you can see from my picture, I received sliced deli roast beef (not marinated), with some gravy on top. Not terrible tasting, but not sauerbraten. The meal came with a nice piece of rye bread, so I made a sandwich with beef. So, why 4 stars? That red cabbage, it was delicious, I would order a gallon of that stuff. The Spaetzle was solid as well. (Kinda funny a German deli misspells it on the menu) I also ordered one of their pastries. It was as good as it looked. I'd go back for a hot sandwich and some of that cabbage. read more

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AMAZING AMAZING AMAZIIIIIING!! i can't say enough about how lovely the owners are. The food, the sandwiches and sausages are delicious!! I drive all the way from Glendale to eat here. Every single item is fantastic. Thank you and please stay in business forever!! read more

Upland German Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Upland, California

Wow! Talk about being transported right back to Germany. This is truly delicious and authentic German foods, and I'm so glad this place exists. It's open for takeout only. There are no dine in or outdoor seating options at this time. Our favorites that we highly recommend are the chicken schnitzel sandwich, nurnberger bratwurst with German potato salad, and a beehive cake slice for dessert. You'll also find a small market of fun, yummy German products. Upland German Deli offers friendly service, phenomenal and authentic foods, and extremely competitive prices for these days. Great place to visit and we look forward to returning. Danke Upland German Deli! read more

Good things come to those who wait... The service here is the wurst... If you're in the market for some puns, and a great sandwich, head to the Upland German Deli. It's currently to-go only, as I discovered, so phone your order in. The wall is papered with awards and articles littered with puns, naming them the best deli in the I.E., or should I say "würst". Don't believe me? Go see for yourself. And while you're there, do yourself a favor and pick up a delicious Reuben Sandwich, or as I call it, the St. Reuben. (Every Pope since JPII is honored on their wall.) The sandwhich itself is 5 star, delicious! The thinly sliced corned beef is piled high on a light rye bread. The saurkraut is sweet and tangy, and the special sauce is very special. You're going to lick your fingers. Highly recommended! read more

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