Palermo II - Reviews

My experience at Palermo 2 was a mixed bag. While the chicken cutlet was one of the best I've ever had, the sandwich I ordered was incredibly disappointing. It only had one slice of tomato, half a shred of romaine lettuce, and a meager amount of onion, topped with a gob of mayo. I really wish the sandwich girls were trained to make a proper sandwich. Additionally, I believe tips are a gift for excellent food and service, not mandatory. Please drop the attitude, make a proper sandwich, and SMILE! 😁😁 (Tip from an old guy.)

This place is a GEM! It's exactly what you'd expect from a locally owned neighborhood deli, with no gimmicks. The sandwiches are AMAZING and at a good price. Vince is the real deal, and the sandwiches speak for themselves. While there are other gimmicky delis around, you'll see for yourself that this one is authentic and DELICIOUS.

We were planning a long wait at Molinari’s, so we walked a minute down the street to Palermo’s and were NOT disappointed! The bread was soft, rustic, and delicious. The combinations for the Don Gaetano and the Cipolla Special were amazing! It was crazy that there was NO wait at all. This place should always have a line out the door. We’ll be back for sure.

My experience at this restaurant was amazing. The Arancini was perfecto. I had a nice chat with the owner who shared some wonderful tales about North Beach's storied past. This is a MUST visit every time I'm in San Francisco.

After a pilgrimage hike around San Francisco, my final stop was the Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi. I felt I had earned my cold beer and Castelvetrano olives. The prosciutto cotto sandwich was delicious. Unlike many places that use processed ham, this establishment uses the real deal. I knew it was authentic when they pulled it from the case, and I even tried the free slice offered to confirm. I'll definitely be back to this lovely little spot next time I'm in the area.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The sandwiches were excellent, just like the service. The decor inside was also fantastic. To elaborate on the sandwiches, they were hearty, tasty, and fresh. I highly recommend this place over the over-hyped Molinaris. These are true Italian sandwiches.

My experience at this restaurant was, in one word, perfection. I had the best meatball sandwich of my life, and the service was super friendly. The food, service, and atmosphere all received a perfect 5/5 rating.

My experience at the restaurant was fantastic, primarily due to the Columbus Avenue sandwich. It was a truly great sandwich. The meat was exceptionally fresh; I actually watched them cut it from the deli specifically for my order. The veggies, cheese, and spread were equally fresh, and the bread was wonderfully soft and delicious. Overall, the taste of the sandwich was incredible. While I didn't try them, they also offer many other tasty looking meats and foods. The server was friendly and attentive. The price was reasonable for the huge size and quality of the sandwich. I would definitely return to try other items. It's a 10/10 from me. Thank you!

My experience at this restaurant was that it's a great place and underrated. While Molinari gets all the traffic, this spot is a classic North Beach place.

Trust me, I’ve had the best sandwich I’ve ever tasted here. It is in a league of its own. The sandwich was authentic, fresh, balanced, and rich. I can’t recommend it enough! 🎶 If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to get a sandwich at Palermo II Delicatessen 🎶