South Coast Deli has been serving Santa Barbara's best sandwiches and salads since 1991 — and voted Best of Santa Barbara® by the Santa Barbara Independent for over 20 years running.
We slow-roast our meats in-house, make our sauces from scratch, and offer 50+ sandwiches, fresh salads, breakfast, and vegan and vegetarian options. Order online for pickup, delivery, or catering for your next corporate event, office lunch, or gathering. Find us at four locations across Santa Barbara and Goleta: downtown Carrillo, State Street San Roque, South Patterson in Goleta, and our newest location in the Funk Zone.
We're also committed to sustainability — all single-use products are compostable and made from renewable materials.
Customers generally enjoyed the food, noting it was fresh and tasty, although there were some complaints about specific items being cold or not prepared correctly.
Customer Service
Service quality was inconsistent; while some staff were praised for being friendly and helpful, others were reported as rude or indifferent.
Cleanliness
The restaurant was frequently described as clean, with positive remarks about the overall hygiene and condition of the facility.
Coupon Issues
Several customers expressed frustration over the refusal to accept coupons and issues with online orders, leading to dissatisfaction.
Operational Hours
There were complaints about unclear operational hours and being turned away before closing time.