Lucca Delicatessen - Reviews

My experience at Lucca's was marked by high quality and fresh ingredients. While you should be prepared to wait about 30 minutes during lunchtime, the wait is definitely worth it. A helpful tip is that you can ask for your sandwich to be toasted! The sandwich itself had a great meat to bread to veggie ratio and a flavorful sauce.

After living in SF for years and always seeing a line outside, I decided to try this restaurant for the first time. My experience was incredibly disappointing. One of the sandwiches, which was supposed to come with mayo, mustard, lettuce, onions, and tomato, was literally just turkey on bread (costing almost $25). To make matters worse, the second sandwich contained a very long dyed strand of hair right in the center. It was foul and disgusting, so we threw it away. While the staff was nice, spending $70 for three very sub-par sandwiches and finding hair in the food is unacceptable. I will never return. 0/10 do not recommend.

My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing. I ordered a sandwich that was so saturated with sauce that the bread became soggy within 10 minutes. The overpowering flavor made it impossible to enjoy, and the sauce had soaked into the stale bread, cheese, and vegetables, rendering the sandwich inedible. When I contacted them for a refund or replacement, a female employee initially agreed, but then a male employee took over the call and refused any resolution, stating it was my fault for ordering the sandwich. I did not order a soggy, sauce-laden sandwich. I have visited this establishment a few times when working in the area, but I will not be returning.

My experience at the restaurant was great, especially the Italian sandwich. You can really taste how fresh all the ingredients are. It was a perfect lunch option, and I appreciated that there was no wait. The food quality was excellent, earning a 5 out of 5.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I had the Caprese sandwich, which was absolutely incredible. Everything tasted super fresh. Although it can get a little crowded inside, they have a great system in place, ensuring efficiency. The food was rated a 5, and the atmosphere was also a 5, making for a very enjoyable lunch.

This is a gem of a spot! I highly recommend visiting during the week for a smoother service experience. The staff takes the time to make your sandwich from scratch. I’d go for the Calabrian next time. It's a little pricey but definitely worth the splurge.

My experience at this restaurant was truly transformative. One sandwich completely changed my life, and I'll never be satisfied again unless I return here. It was absolutely FIREEEEE and impressively huge! Be warned, however, that there isn't much seating available.

My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. When I can afford it, which is practically never, the food is delicious. However, be prepared for crowds, as the line is out the door on Saturdays and Sundays. The Italian Combo Sandwich is a recommended dish. The service and atmosphere both received a perfect score of 5, and the food also scored a 5. The price per person is between $10–20.

This deli is a trip down memory lane for me! I used to frequent it in the mid-1970s when I was a college student working nearby. The delicious sandwiches & salad offerings made for a nice meal, and it felt like a piece of Little Italy in the Marina district. Returning on 5/25 after moving away, the shop looked much the same, but the menu had expanded significantly – a huge selection of meats, cheeses, breads, & extras. The friendly efficient service remained, with everything freshly sliced. I can't wait to return soon! Highly recommended!

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I grabbed a number at the counter and was immediately impressed by the really great sandwiches. I personally tried the veggie sando with added turkey, and my friend enjoyed the muffaletta. We both deeply enjoyed our choices, feeling like they were made with love. Beyond the sandwiches, their deli items looked delicious, and they offered a variety of cookies and jarred prepared goods like olives, as well as a good selection of drinks. The staff was very friendly, helpful, and quick. I would absolutely come here again.