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Best Sandwiches in Sawtelle Japantown
Master Critic Review
Canter’s Deli (Santa Monica & Bundy)
8.7
A branch of a storied LA deli, delivering the full Jewish-deli sandwich canon—thick pastrami, corned beef, and towering Reubens on rye. The scale, speed, and around-the-clock legacy translate well to this Westside outpost.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastrami on Rye, Reuben Sandwich, Matzo Ball Soup + Half Sandwich
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 9
What makes it special: Old-guard LA deli sandwiches in West LA with massive volume-proof consistency.
Who should go: Deli traditionalists and big-appetite sandwich lovers.
When to visit: Anytime—late afternoons are usually calmest.
What to order: Pastrami on rye, Reuben, matzo ball soup.
Insider tip: Go half-sandwich with soup unless you’re starving.
Hours
Monday10:30am - 9:30pm
Tuesday10:30am - 9:30pm
Wednesday10:30am - 9:30pm
Thursday10:30am - 9:30pm
Friday10:30am - 9:30pm
Saturday10:30am - 9:30pm
Sunday10:30am - 9:30pm