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Eastside Italian Deli
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Eastside Italian Deli
8.1
A historic, family-run Italian deli dating back to 1929, famous for stacked hot sandwiches and old-school market vibes. The counter-service setup makes it easy for families to grab lunch or picnic-ready bites near Elysian Park.
Must-Try Dishes:
D.A. Special sandwich, Italian meatball hot sandwich, Cannoli
Scores:
Value: 9
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Nearly century-old LA Little Italy deli with iconic sandwiches.
Who should go: Families, hikers, and sandwich devotees.
When to visit: Weekday lunch; they close early.
What to order: D.A. Special, meatball sandwich, cannoli.
Insider tip: Call ahead for big family orders to skip the line.
Eastside Italian Deli
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
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A century-old Victor Heights/Chinatown deli where red-sauce comfort food is still made the old way. The lasagna is a classic, square-pan style bake—hearty, cheesy, and built for takeout—backed by decades of neighborhood loyalty.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Lasagna (Hot Deli Case), Meatball Sandwich, Italian Cookies & Cannoli
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Since-1929 Italian-American deli with hot-case lasagna you can count on.
Who should go: Locals chasing classic deli comfort.
When to visit: Late morning before the lunch rush.
What to order: Lasagna, meatball sandwich, deli antipasto
Insider tip: Ask what’s freshest in the hot case—items rotate fast.
Eastside Italian Deli
8.0
A near-century-old neighborhood deli with old-school Italian subs and hot pastrami done without fuss. It’s the kind of place where the bread-to-meat ratio stays honest and locals treat it as a weekly staple.
Must-Try Dishes:
Italian Sub with Cheese, Hot Pastrami in Sauce, Turkey & Provolone
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: A 1929-era deli still doing classic Italian subs right.
Who should go: Traditional sub lovers and deli regulars.
When to visit: Weekdays around noon for peak freshness.
What to order: Italian sub, hot pastrami, turkey provolone.
Insider tip: Order ahead if you’re in a rush—lunch line can spike.
Eastside Italian Deli
8.3
A century-old Italian-American deli that turns sandwiches into an event, with long-simmered meats, marinara-soaked beef, and piles of provolone. It’s casual and bustling, but splitting one of their hot combos makes a surprisingly great low-key date.
Must-Try Dishes:
D.A. Special hot sandwich, Italian meatball parmesan, Chicago-style beef with peppers
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: An L.A. institution serving old-school Italian deli sandwiches since 1929.
Who should go: Couples who bond over giant sandwiches.
When to visit: Late lunch on weekdays to dodge lines.
What to order: D.A. Special, meatball parm, Italian sub.
Insider tip: Grab extra pepperoncini and parmesan at the condiment bar.