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Best Sandwiches in Lancaster

Half a pound of pastrami on a French roll
The Mojave Pastrami

The Mojave Pastrami

Get it on the French roll with melted Swiss, pickles and deli mustard, and a side of au jus.
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Boar's Head meats

Boar's Head meats

We use Boar's Head meats, and imported mortadella on the Italians. The bread is tasty and not too thick, so the meat is what you taste.
Planning a party?

Planning a party?

Our sandwich party platters are made for a crowd, and you can load them with Phantom Italian or Raptor Duo halves. Order a day ahead.
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Veteran-owned, on Avenue L

Veteran-owned, on Avenue L

We're a veteran-owned deli in west Lancaster. You order at the counter, and you can eat inside or outside.

From the deli counter

Just heard or them over the weekend and showed up today to give them a try. OMG, this place is amazing the service and food is phenomenal. I'm an Italian from Jersey and love meatball subs, which is how I judge restaurants, I ordered the Cheesey Meatball and gotta say this is the best meatball sandwich I've ever had in California, I moved here in 1964 which says a lot about their quality. Also ordered the Mojave Patrami and the Phantom Italian 10 out of 10, incredible to say the least. So…

Jim D.

Desert deli is a veteran own business and I love supporting all of our veterans so I decided to stop and try this deli out and I was not disappointed. It’s a very friendly staff. I was greeted as soon as I came in. I ultimately decided to get the special of the day which was a meatball sandwich and it was phenomenal. The bread was crispy fluffy and the meatballs were a perfect ratio and a perfect mix with marinara sauce and cheese. I highly recommend their meatball sub. I promise you you will…

Jesse A.

The first time here was on 12/9/2023. I have heard the rave reviews and recommendations of the sandwiches here. Love a good pastrami sandwich and had to see if it lived up to the hype. Well, the Mojave Pastrami did not disappoint. The French roll is soft and fresh, the pastrami is lean and very flavorful, and the deli mustard gives it that nice flavor that plain yellow mustard does not. The swiss cheese is also nicely melted on the sandwich. I did not have pickles on mine, but my wife said…

robert S.

the staff is so friendly and our order came out super quick! I love this place. Probably the best tasting subs in the AV. I love they use imported mortadella.

Angela N.

I can’t speak highly enough about this place! Friendly service, great sandwiches (hot or cold), and the atmosphere was awesome. The music they play is from my childhood/school days. Very nostalgic! 10/10 would HIGHLY recommend! I got the meatball sandwich and the hungry Italian, and both were great!

Kyle D.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are you known for?

We’re known for deli sandwiches, cheesesteaks, Italian sandwiches, and panini, alongside chicken and veggie salads and classic potato and macaroni sides.

  • Sandwiches: Sandwiches range from pastrami on rye and meatball sandwiches to cheesesteaks, chicken panini, and avocado veggie options. Examples include Pastrami on Rye, Cheesy Meatball Sandwich, Cheese Steak (B-52), Chicken Pesto Panini, Avocado Veggie Deluxe, and Build Your Own Sandwich.
  • Deli: Deli classics bring together corned beef, pastrami, turkey, and tuna sandwiches, plus potato salad and shareable macaroni sides. Examples include Corned Beef on Rye, Pastrami on Rye, Turkey & Cheese, Albacore Tuna Sandwich, Potato Salad, and Shareable Size Macaroni Salad (32oz./2lbs. - Feeds 8-10 people).
  • Salads: Salads span garden vegetables, avocado, chicken, tuna, and antipasto, alongside potato and macaroni sides in individual or shareable formats. Examples include Garden Salad, Avocado Veggie Salad, Chipotle Chicken Salad, Albacore Tuna Salad, Antipasto Salad, and Shareable Size Potato Salad (32oz. / 2lbs. - Feeds 8-10 people).
  • Cheesesteak: Cheesesteaks come in steak and chicken styles, with barbecue, mushroom, chipotle, and build-your-own options. Examples include BBQ Cheese Steak, Grilled Chicken Cheesesteak, Mushroom Cheese Steak, Chipotle Chicken Cheesesteak, and B.Y.O Cheesesteak.
  • Drinks: Pair your meal with coffee, canned or bottled drinks, fountain drinks in two sizes, or a pickle shot. Examples include Coffee, Canned Drinks, Bottled Drinks, 24oz. Fountain Drink, 32oz. Fountain Drink, and Pickle Shot.

Additionally, explore Chicken, Subs, and American Food.

What meals do you serve?

We serve Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Do you offer catering?

Yes! Desert Deli offers catering for parties, office lunches, family gatherings, and other events.

Visit our catering page for more information.

What payment methods do you accept?

When you order online, we accept credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover), Apple Pay, and Google Pay.

Services & amenities

Is your restaurant wheelchair accessible? Yes, our restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Lancaster, Quartz Hill, Palmdale, Sunrise, Desert View Highlands, Del Sur, Leona Valley, Oban, Lincoln Crest, Antelope Acres, Harold, Pearland, Boiling Point, and Roosevelt.

Our location

Map showing the location of Desert Deli on 2813 W Ave L in Lancaster
Desert Deli

Lancaster, CA

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