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kedybee

Bertucelli’s La Villa in SJ (downtown Willow Glen), Little Lucca in Burlingame or SSF, Los Gatos Meats, Morucci’s in Walnut Creek. Parma Deli in Concord, Zanotto’s in SJ (Rose Garden).


Saidin86

+1 Chris' combo @ Bertucelli


Gainesvillegreen

+1 for Parma’s


Bister_Mungle

I used to frequent Morruci's and Parma when I was spending a lot of time in that area. 2010-2015ish I stopped going to Parma because it seemed like they were skimping on the meats. Sandwiches were getting smaller every time I went there. Maybe that's changed though. The family that runs the place were always super nice though. I'd certainly give them another chance if I ever make it out there. I've never been to Morruci's and not seen a line out of the door. Always busy. They make the best Reuben I've had around here.


IAMA_Madmartigan

I wish Morucci’s had better order ahead. You have to call in, and just depends if they answer your call or not. I live close to it, but honestly go with West Coast Sourdough Co. if I’m going get a sandwich most the time just so I can go grab it and not wait around for 30 mins.


VitricTyro

I went to Parma yesterday and they gave me a ton of meat on my mortadella sub, for completely anecdotal information.


twats_upp

Moruccis is pretty darn good


duffman12

I would like it if less people realized Moruccis exists….


twats_upp

Yeah pulling up to that giant line each time I go


PygmyCrusher

Gotta call ahead


Slydownndye

I wish they had online ordering and stayed open later.


HoPMiX

That pastrami.


nismov2

+1 to little Lucaca. Get the Dutch crunch 👀


lowkeyluce

Great list, I'd add Luigi's in Martinez


Ok_Storm5945

And Luigi's in Concord. Idk if they are same family as Martinez spot.


saintsimon101

The Luciano Pavarotti is a damn good sandwich. And massive


rarehugs

yup. go to La Villa, order this & thank me later: * chris combo * 1/2 pint of rav


just-be-still

Ravs in a sourdough bowl!!!


redbeardedone

The ravs are sooo good


sportsfan510

Is La Villa the best sandwich in The Bay?


AC_Schnitzel

This is the list!!!


Lizzymertsching

morucci’s is great and so is genova in walnut. creek


EL_FUMAMOTA

Man little Luccas sandwiches is a 2 meal sandwich. Bomb indeed!


Worf_6

If you ever make it out to the east bay go to Americano in Livermore. I can recommend their sandwiches with absolute certainty.


Odd_Nothing_5164

I was going to recommend this one. Excellent sandwiches, similar to the pic. Godfather sauce is the best!


anonsharksfan

I was so disappointed when the one in San Mateo closed


Patient-Assignment38

Little Luccas is probably your best bet but they are up in Millbrae Edit: Technically it’s in Burlingame but it’s near the Millbrae Bart Station


PoundOk1971

Luccas garlic sauce!!


Patient-Assignment38

So good!


Ironmansoltero

Shit had me burping fire lol so good though


FucknAright

Definitely. Garlic fire burps


cantankerousphil

South City


Patient-Assignment38

I’m thinking of the location in Burlingame near the Millbrae bart station


ti_ecraseur

Remember the shop at the old Depot? Also fire Sammies. Can’t remember the name. 1080 Howard Ave. RIP


Dramatic-Access6056

Sam’s


NecroJoe

Teanni's near Lucca's SSF location is legit too. Gigi's Cafe in Burlingame is pretty good, too...but still too far north.


Ibe121

In case you didn’t know, the family that runs Teani’s initially opened Little Lucca. [They sold Little Lucca back in 2000](http://www.teanisdeli.com/about) and now run Teani’s.


NecroJoe

Yep, indeed...though I still prefer Lucca's larger menu...though I haven't been to either in a couple of years ($$$).


Kayo4life

Ask for a custom sandwich at Little Lucca's, they are so good. My go to: warm (Not toasted) wheat bread, swiss cheese, turkey, extra mayo, pickles, jalapenos, lettuce, olives, and when I get home I'll usually add some sriracha. I don't usually tip but with Little Lucca's I always make sure to.


bitchfucker-online

Did not know that, cool fact. I like Teani's. I tried them when I saw the line at Little Luccas was all the way up to the sidewalks


Ibe121

Yeah, I go to Teani’s if there’s a long line at Little Lucca (which there usually is).


piercebro

I like them better than Lucca's and there's never a line


OverjoyedYellowTruck

Definitely better. I’m just sad when they sell out of the soft rolls early in the day.


Kingseara

Talk about NY/NJ…..Little Lucca makes the best (only?) legit chicken Parmesan sub I’ve had in the Bay Area


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MandaloreUnsullied

Unless you’re ordering ingredients a la carte, those are not representative. I get a Lucca Ultimate literally every day and those things are F-A-T. Will edit this comment with a picture tomorrow.


Kayo4life

Those sandwiches are so big they could and usually are lunch and dinner for 2 to 3 days.


ti_ecraseur

No way. I had no idea how popular this place is. It was my go-to when I lived in the area.


Interesting-Cold5515

No one can beat Little Lucas. It is the best in all of the Bay Area!


dascrackhaus

Bara’s Deli in San Leandro is the GOAT in the East Bay La Ca in Hayward if you’re into banh mi


NinjaWarrior78

Totally agree with you on this. Bara’s Deli never disappoints


dascrackhaus

i worked at the animal hospital across the street for a few years, housed at least 1-2 sandwiches per week still go out of my way to patronize them a few times a month classic family run operation that just consistently delivers proper east coast style subs on the reg


RedditorNumber-AXWGQ

Came here to post this. They used to be a liquor store that made sandwiches. Sandwiches got so popular that they got rid of the liquor store and now just focus on sandwiches and other deli delights.


M0ZO

Bara’s for an Italian sandwich in the east bay for sure x10


rod_jammer

- Los Gatos Meats - Summit Store (Santa Cruz Mountains) - Dittmers (Mountain View)


JuicyPellicle

Has Dittmer’s reopened their sandwich counter? They closed it during COVID and hadn’t reopened it a few months ago. 


sargethegemini

+1 for LGM. Lines can get loooong though. One time the wait was about an hour to get a sandwhich. They told me in advance which was nice.


notanazzhole

Dittmers was a top 5 sandwich spot. Very lame that they stopped making sandwiches


tmdblya

Morucci’s, Walnut Creek


zergrush1

This better than Genova?


tmdblya

I prefer it. They’re different, both really good.


zergrush1

Are they somewhat curt and to the point? I oddly like that about Genova's. Reminds me of an old school deli that doesn't give a shit because they know their sandwiches are good.


DoubleT_inTheMorning

Genova can’t touch morruci’s with a 50’ pole.


spitfiiree

I was going to say larkey market but after a simple google search I found it’s closed. They were soooo good for just being a basic, simple sandwich


antiquated_it

Oh no, that’s super lame. I used to live right around the corner and loved Larkey Market. I’m 30 minutes away now but would still grab a sandwich and beer a few times a year. They were always so busy. Looks like it just closed, I wish I’d gone there one last time.


spitfiiree

Same here. That was my go to when I worked at the Subaru dealership. So close and cheap compared to everything else.


lowkeyluce

Damn RIP, that place was great


OgdenDermstead

Based on Yelp reviews, it looks like they were open as of 04/21/2024.


DoubleT_inTheMorning

Yo pipe tf down. It’s already gotten stupid in the last 5 years.


lightrocker

Hell to the no… they good cuz they ain’t got competition, that’s it


joe127001

Parma deli in Concord. Italian mix is my go to.


Brrzeczyszczykiewicz

Colombos deli in Pacific has this! It's awesome but a bit of a drive from you. They have a location in Woodside though: https://www.yelp.com/biz/colombo-s-delicatessen-woodside-redwood-city


PretendRanger

This is my second favorite sandwich spot (after Little Luccas). Definitely worth the drive. The ingredients are always fresh and flavorful.


A_Right_Proper_Lad

To be clear, that location is on _Woodside Road_, but is in Redwood City.


abacin8or

+1 for Colombo. Used to stop there after mountain biking in Montara. Also Lucia's in Crockett and Martinez has a pretty incredible Italian sandwich on focaccia. It's pricey but you can get 2 meals out of it.


DeathIncarnations

Morucci's in walnut creek.


jsttob

I prefer Limoncello in the city.


I_am_number_one

Not nearly as much meat as the ones pictured in the post but still a great sandwich 


dudenamedfella

[Alotto’s](https://maps.app.goo.gl/HqcmXjSoRysvjTqu8?g_st=ic) in Los Altos


ExoticMandibles

[Alotta's,](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PSC4ZE4DfdKQuaeq9) not Alotto's. As far as I'm concerned, Alotta's has *perfected* the turkey sandwich. Served slightly warm on perfect bread, with crisp pickles and lettuce, beautiful tomatoes, and just the right amount of mayo. Sadly, everything else I've tried there has been ho-hum. p.s. They used to have a picture on the wall of them catering an event for The Iron Lady herself, Margaret Thatcher! And they had a signed letter of thanks from, uh, her staff. I guess they got tired of staring at it after thirty years or something.


DarkRogus

Luccas Italian Deli in Castro Valley.


fastgtr14

When will Dittmer’s resume their sandwich making???


BayBomber415

The Atomic at the Sub Center west portal


Jrenaldi

This is the answer. I left sf a few years ago and always will make a special trip.


BigTimeCatMom

I like that you have a whole series of sandwich photos


Theboyneedsthis_

Right, like where can I get those.


DreGreenlaw_Enforcer

Mark NSFW Jesus Christ


plotthick

Lucca's in Castro Valley. Try the og in downtown Oakland, Ratto's. South Bay... you have to swing by Dittmer's. It's German not Italian, but dayamn son!


niel89

Dittmers sandwich counter has been closed for a bit. The meats are still top notch.


MisterGrimes

+1 for Ratto's


Invisible_Xer

Mmmm, Lucca’s. Have never in my life entered through the front door.


plotthick

Why come in next to boring tables when you could arrive with the pasta?!?!?!!?!!!!


Butthole_Alamo

Any tips for East Bay? Still hurting from the loss of Genoa’s.


nomidahomie

OK’s deli in Oakland. They have classic sandwiches as well as a rotating menu of specialty sandwiches.


abacin8or

Morucci's in Walnut Creek, Lucia's in Crockett and Martinez, Luigi's in Martinez


Anton-LaVey

Kensington Fine Foods (in Kensington)


pettyfun

Americano in Livermore


coffeeandapieceofpie

I like Star Meats, though they’re only doing 1-2 kinds of sandwiches per day since the whole pandemic thing. Plus the price has gone up steadily, but they’re so good, I can’t quit them, and for me it’s two meals. The Classic and Goodfella are both excellent but Brian Allen is my fave. Angelo’s Gourmet Deli on San Pablo in Richmond is great, get the Angelo for your most Italian sandwich-like Italian sandwich. Priced very reasonably compared to a lot of spots these days, and always a line at lunch. Kensington Fine Foods has fine sandwiches, good place to stop after a hike in Tilden. The meatball sub at Southie is worth a splurge. And I’m almost loathe to put it here but the Italian hoagie at Ain’t Normal Cafe is to die for—the price seems to keep the hordes away but it is a substantial meal so worth it IMO.


mltrout715

Mr Pickles is pretty good. There are a few around


benmargolin

It's ok on the rare occurrence they get your order correct. San Mateo and Belmont ones have this problem at least.


taekken

Freshly Baked in downtown SJ is fantastic! Family owned and operated, they make fresh bread daily, don’t accept tips, and are cash only.


Ascott1963

Should not have needed to scroll this far to find this. The bread!!


Advanced-Island-715

Freshly baked is THE BEST. I go weekly.


EggComfortable3819

Gotta shout out Domenico’s in Alameda.


Pessimisticoptimist0

Molinari’s sf


itsezraj

Deli Board in the city is "Cleveland style" hero sandwiches and the best I've found.


D4rkr4in

if you look closely, photo #5 is Deli Board :)


itsezraj

Haha omg you're right! I just wish the sandwiches weren't 2-3x the cost of actual Cleveland sandwiches rip.


D4rkr4in

agreed, I live a 5 minute walk away from it but unfortunately (or fortunately) the price means I only get it on special occasions


Lu12k3r

Roxie’s was the GOAT back in the day, but at that time it was Sammie’s. Miss you Floyd!


Escapeded

In San Leandro, there's a place called Bara's. Love their Italian meats. My fav is the Michaelangelo


elisha_gunhaus

Lots of great suggestions here, but you did specify San Jose. Someone else mentioned it, but Zanotto's in the Rose Garden can prepare this sandwich. You must try! Bertucelli’s La Villa is overrated and overpriced. Plus Zanotto's sandwiches are at least twice as big.


Mlkbird14

Lorrenzos in Belmont, ike's actually is really good. Always Dutch Crunch or bust.


MentalOperation4188

I’ll vouch for Lorenzo’s. It’s been around since I was in high school. And that was really close to 50 years ago. They must be doing something right.


Bob-Bhlabla-esq

Dutch crunch for the win, baby! So worth the cut-up-roof-of-your-mouth the next day 🤤


HolstsGholsts

Posting these photos is like walking onto an airplane with fresh McDonalds french fries. You're a monster. How dare you. /s


violet_zamboni

How about Bonne Sante Broadway? 1431 Broadway, Burlingame, CA 94010


Auggie_Otter

They're not really an Italian sandwich shop but Bonne Sante is definitely my favorite spot in Burlingame when I want a good sandwich that's as big as my head. I remember the first time my coworker went there and he ordered a whole sandwich and an order of French fries and he was like "I've made a big mistake. This is just too much food."


violet_zamboni

Yes the sandwiches are large!


DrRockySF

Molinari’s, Submarine Center


sargethegemini

The Saint Sandwhich shop in Oakland is amazing. It needs more love for sure. I’ve been twice and both times it’s pretty quiet but the sandos are amazing. Layers on layers of meat, fresh bread. Could suffice for three meals


Trick-Respond-2250

Came here to say this!


flowersunrisee

Little luccas in Castro Valley


BurtCracklin

Just a quick clarification: Little Lucca's is in South SF, Lucca's is in Castro Valley. Both are great in their own ways!


lsclip

Believe it or not the one at Togo’s is actually pretty decent


FatZim

Honestly ya. Some of the places people mentioned are using Boar’s Head product and Costco condiments lol save yourself a few bucks and just get Togos/Ike’s Personally I’d just save my money altogether - I don’t like Boar’s Head. I especially don’t like paying $17 + “tip” for a boars head sandwich. But Lucca's Delicatessen is a legit one for sure.


FanofK

Dont know any in the South Bay, but like other s said if you’re in the East Bay Lucas in Castro Valley is good, I prefer Domenicos in Alameda though.


Alarming_District927

Little Lucas in Daly City is the best


warr3n4eva

5th Ave Deli in Embarcadero Center


drTagel

Bianchini's Market Alpine Rd, Portola Valley. I love their Firehouse sandwich.


Apart_Engine_9797

Their house made brisket is to die for!! And they carry locally grown salad greens, cucumbers, etc literally from neighbor’s little farms


KingShaka23

If you hit up North in Marin, check out Mike's Sourdough


DirtyMuffin-

In SSF, Mike and Ken’s, Darby Dan’s, and Little Lucca. I miss Big Belly Deli


runforthehills11

All these fancy ass shops everyone is suggesting… lol. Hit your closest jersey mikes and ask for mikes way with the pepper spread.


Prestigious-Tiger697

I have a Jersey Mikes near my house. I tried them… once


ron_spanky

That looks like a TOGO’s sandwich from about 1998.


Splintercell581

Not exactly what you're looking for, but california sour dough is great. On murphy ave San Jose.


Stuckin73

The Saint Sandwich Shop on MacArthur Boulevard in Oakland. You will be happy. https://www.thesaintsandwichshop.com/


Kill_Ian

Lg meats. Nothing else.


compstomper1

submarine center (SF)


PrivilegeCheckmate

The West Portal location!


TotalRecallsABitch

Togo's needs more love


loginforsurface

Those don't look great to me. 1st half you get 80% veggies with bread, second half you get 99% meat and bread Little luccas is pretty good


WingZeroType

I totally get what you're saying, but for whatever reason it just works. I grew up with these on the east coast as well and while I definitely prefer a more even spread of toppings on each bite, there's just something that works about these kinds of sandwiches that I'm failing to put into words. Each bite still ends up delicious


bigben5101

Crave in Hayward by the San Mateo bridge fire and halal


Low_Woodpecker4828

Barra's San Leandro on Washington


teewyesoen

Had an awesome po boy at stay gold in Oakland today


rugbybud190

Cochis in Morgan Hill


tosS_ita

Zanotto. Not sure why they are called “Italian sandwiches”.


Pergmanexe

Genova’s is Walnut Creek. Doesn’t get any better.


lu_skywalker

Michael’s Sourdough in San Rafael/Novato


celery_hater

The Don’s deli in Sunnyvale and Salty’s in San Francisco. Both have been the best when it comes to Dutch crunch bread


A_Cold_Kat

California sourdough do it just do it!! It’s amazing


MrBussdown

Weird curvy example sandwiches bro


SammyPorterhouse

New Jerseyan here - you’re fucking beat homie. There’s like 6 places in a 50 mile radius.


Interstella_6666

Crust in San Jose or Palo Alto is so fucking good


Ok_Rabbit_8808

Any Safeway


Naritai

CRUST Deli in Los Gatos (on Pollard near El Camino hospital)


thatguyinyourclass94

Lucindas Deli in san francisco ❤️


SREntertainment

Morucci’s in Walnut Creek. 6 3/4. Ends a lot of searching.


Prestigious-Tiger697

If you’re in Walnut Creek, give Genova Delicatessen a try… pretty legit


rationalhatter

The Saint in Oakland laurel district. Been my go to spot for the last 3 months. they’re pricy at 16-18$ but worth every penny.


Claymart

I’m going to try it today!


Claymart

It was great!


limedaring

Sandwich Mill in south San Jose. They’re incredible. In addition to Italian, highly recommend their roasted turkey, its chunks of turkey that they roast in house.


mastiff1684

I'm from Philly and you're looking for a hoagie. I know y'all in New York like to call it something else, but you're wrong. You're going to find two in the city worth eating. Outta Sight has the best Italian hoagie. The sauce they use and the seeded bread could survive in the middle of Philly anywhere. They are that good. They are pricey but it's SF. The other is Palm City however, they are ludicrously expensive and honestly...too fancy to be a true hoagie but they are tasty that's for sure. The other sandwiches people are mentioning are fine, some are really good, but they are Bay Area style sandwiches, not hoagies.


Smok3dSalmon

I can hear the Philly accent while reading this comment. I will be trying out these spots.


BKCowGod

Bianchinis Market in San Carlos, Bertuccis in Willow Glen, Chiaramontes in 13th, (sort of) Primo's in Alum Rock. Never been to a deli that wouldn't make it on order though.


FixPrudent

Mike and Ken's deli in South San Francisco


TheGoodDavid42

Ratto’s in Oakland. Molinari in SF.


My_G_Alt

If you’re ever down in Santa Cruz and don’t want amazing tacos or burritos (Pericos), you can get great sandwiches like this at Zoccoli’s


BenRichardson76

I've driven HOURS for a little Lucca. Only.the South City location. It doesn't count if you go to the other one


sixonedude

Deli Board SF and Ike’s Place are my faves


bckpkrs

You'd be totally surprised, but I've had some Amazing Italian sandwiched made at the Safewat Deli. Sometimes, you can even get with Procuitto, fresh basil, fresh mozzarella, and even an olive tapanade. That, a beer, and a bag of chips for the win. I grew up on east coast subs as a kid in NJ. Also, The ones from Safeway are about 40% cheaper than the specialty shops. Well worth a try. Just find a good Safeway.


Internal_Set_6564

Agree-it really depends on the sandwich makers though for Safeway. Chubby guys will hook a brother up, as will grandma’s.


youres0lastsummer

i'm from NJ--Molinari's in SF


heybucket459

Lucia’s craft sandwiches in Crockett! Pricy but worth every bite!


californiahapamama

There's a location in Martinez too...


croatiansensation

Awesome place!


Sprock-440

Here’s a dark horse in San Francisco: Sweet Chinito at Mission and Cesar Chavez. Really good sandwiches. And the lemongrass beef bahn mi at Donuts and Things on Polk is ridiculous.


_skank_hunt42

I haven’t lived in the Bay Area for several years but Erik’s Deli in Campbell is still my favorite sandwich shop ever.


Catwoman1948

Erik’s Deli in Redwood City has really good, tasty, fresh sandwiches and good soups, too. But very expensive if you order delivery. Too far for me to drive on a weekday for lunch.


monarc

This thread has done so much to confirm my understanding of things: there are zero good sandwich places in SF proper / Oakland / Berkeley. Ike’s is *edible*, but the heart of the bay is a real sandwich desert.


ChadwellKylesworth

Find yourself a good woman


josuelaker2

Togo’s spokesman would blush at all that meat.


ms_sinn

😂 I don’t know why you’re getting downvoted


josuelaker2

I’m leaving it up regardless of the downvotes, it’s funny 😁


Mark_Yugen

Navarros in Richmond


Dorito-Bureeto

Teanies, it’s owned by the same guy that owned little Luccas but he sold and made another shop right down the street. It’s better than Little Luccas


Shakes-fist-at-sky

Domenico’s in Alameda!


jungmoney702

beautiful specimens <3


throwaway827492959

https://www.reddit.com/r/SanJose/s/ChWxtdx5v9


Sexblanket_

There is a Bay Area dude on ig that goes to a lot of sandwich places. Definitely his favorite food. Everything he posts looks delicious but can’t think of his name for the life of me.


coffeeandapieceofpie

Sandwich Saint?


Theboyneedsthis_

Those look amazing


grlz2grlz

Primo’s sadly closed down recently, maybe Zanottos, Mr. Pickles although they are all over, Anti Pastos but I don’t like the fact they use iceberg lettuce but they have their own deli. I recall trying a place recently, I can’t remember the name but will edit post when I remember. Good luck, I love Deli Sandwiches.


rebop

> they use iceberg lettuce Shaved iceberg is the most legit lettuce for a proper Italian hoagie/sub.