Plaza Deli

About

Sandwiches, Delis

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    4 stars

Location

Adress: 140 S Hope Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Phone: (805) 682-4410

Work Hours

Mon 10:00 am-5:30 pm
Tue 10:00 am-5:30 pm
Wed 10:00 am-5:30 pm
Thu 10:00 am-5:30 pm
Fri 10:00 am-5:30 pm
Sat 10:00 am-4:30 pm
Sun 11:00 am-4:30 pm

Business info

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    Health Score
    85 out of 100
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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Good For
    Lunch
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    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Bike Parking
    No
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
  • group
    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Ambience
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Average
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    Alcohol
    No
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    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    No
  • tv
    Has TV
    No
  • fastfood
    Caters
    No

Reviews

  • Eric G.

    star star star star star 3 June 2026

    A very well-made (and affordable) sandwich!

    Been coming here off and on for most of my life. As a kid, my mom would take me here as a reward for being dragged into various women's stores. These days, I find myself stopping by on lunch breaks. Still as good as ever.

    I enjoy that credit cards are now accepted, as this wasn't always the case. Love the open air seating, and the classic soda collection never fails to make me smile. There is ample parking adjacent to the shop, but it's fairly hard to find as it's located in the back corner of the mall. Worth it, though.

    I'm partial to the honey mustard chicken, the French dip, and the pastrami and cheese subs. They are positively loaded with meat and fresh ingredients. For under $10, it's what I'd consider a good deal for a sandwich in this city.

    The next time you find yourself in sleepy La Cumbre Plaza, don't forget to give this spot your business!

  • Aimee P.

    star star star star star 1 June 2026

    The best deli in SB. It's like a walk back in time...fun old fashioned sodas, chips and decor, delicious sandwhiches...quick service and not overpriced!

  • Stefanie K.

    star star star star star 21 May 2026

    This is a local hidden gem, great food at a super affordable price. The sandwiches are huge and they have a large assortment of chips and novelty sodas inside the deli.

    I ordered the hot honey mustard sandwich; the bread was soft, with the slightest crisp and delicious. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the 6" sub was more than filling.

    The husband ordered the pastrami sub and omg was it bomb. His was definitely the flavor winner.

    If you are going for lunch it would be best to place order ahead of time since they do get pretty crowded.

  • Saul R.

    star star star star star 15 May 2026

    Holy Guacamole! Wow! This one of the Best Sandwiches I ever had! It was exploding with flavor. I had the Italian Sandwich and everything tasted so fresh and delicious and juicy.  Great customer service and plenty of parking. I would definitely come back.

  • Austin K.

    star star star star star 13 May 2026

    Best Sandwiches in town, a bit of a hidden local legend that never disappoints, been going there for years.

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