About
Handy Deli, located in San Francisco's vibrant Sunset District, is a favorite spot for those seeking a casual yet fulfilling dining experience. Known for its traditional Italian delights, this cozy eatery offers a buffet-style setup and quick service, making it ideal for breakfast or lunch. With pocket-friendly pricing between $10 and $20 per person, it's especially popular among solo diners. The menu features delicious sandwiches like the Frisco Club and Chicken Cardini Club, and also offers chicken shawarma and an outstanding selection of adult beverages, including beer. Patrons frequently praise the friendly and attentive staff, as well as the clean and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you choose to dine in, take away, or have your meal delivered, Handy Deli promises a delightful and efficient experience.
Price
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Cuisines
Italian
Services
Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving beer
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
- $$$$ 10 - 20 $
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Italian
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Serving alcohol
- Serving beer
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Casual
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Children's menu
- Buffet
- Quick service
Menu
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review
- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Handy Deli has quickly become our go-to sandwich spot in San Francisco. We ordered the Frisco Club, the Turkey Lulu, and the Chicken Cardini Club—the chicken was super delicious and everything tasted fresh. The staff was friendly and attentive, and our food came out fast. Amazing spot for a great bite.

Service is super friendly and attentive. Sandwiches are traditional Italian delights: simple, but executed perfectly and with appreciation for flavors that just belong together. I also have a picky eater; they went the extra mile and turned a boring ham and cheese into a toasty ham and cheese grilled treat. Outstanding selection of adult beverages. Seriously, a thing of beauty. Feels rustic, not old -- clean and well-tended. Stopped by here on a whim between visits to the Legion and the deYoung; grabbed lunch and had a picnic in the park and this made our DAY! "Fat Pete" knew what a sandwich should taste like. Don't skip the giant cookies; peanut butter n' chocolate chip is still the world's greatest combination.

- Food: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
I ordered a sandwich called chicken shawarma and the service was quick, friendly and the sandwiches were delicious. I would go again.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Handy Deli?Handy Deli is located at 1815 Irving St, 94122, San Francisco, Sunset District, USA.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus station 19th Ave & Irving St (37 m walk)
- Transit station Judah St & 19th Ave (189 m walk)
- Bus stop 19th Ave & Judah St (212 m walk)
- Bus stop 19th Ave & Lincoln Way (209 m walk)
- How is Handy Deli rated by visitors?Handy Deli has an average rating of 4.6 based on 51 review across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
- What is the average price for a meal at Handy Deli?The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 $ (it is cheap - $).
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