Business Details
18 Years
experience
Award-Winning Sandwiches & Catering in Portland
Since 2008, East Side Deli has been crafting premium sandwiches, salads, and catering options for Portland residents. Our commitment to quality ingredients like Boar's Head meats and cheeses, Tofurky vegan slices, and fresh-baked bread ensures every meal meets exacting standards. With three locations across Southeast and North Portland, we combine hearty portions with dietary inclusivity, offering meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.Recognized as a 'Best Sandwich in Portland' finalist by Willamette Week, our self-serve kiosk technology streamlines ordering while maintaining personalized service. Our team prioritizes freshness through daily meat slicing, vegetable preparation, and bread baking to deliver consistently exceptional meals.
Services
Sandwiches
Salads
Catering
Takeaway
Delivery
Hot Dogs
Build-Your-Own Meals
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Locally owned since 2008 with three Portland locations
- Uses premium ingredients like Boar's Head meats and cheeses
- Offers catering solutions for events of all sizes
- Features innovative self-serve kiosk ordering technology
- Provides meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
What people say
Best Sandwich in Portland
Premium quality ingredients
Excellent catering options
Quick kiosk ordering
Great vegan selections
Services
Sandwiches
Our premium sandwiches feature Boar's Head meats and cheeses, Tofurky vegan slices, and fresh-baked bread. Each sandwich includes customizable toppings and house-made dressings. Available hot or cold with meat, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.
Catering
We provide affordable catering solutions with 15-person sandwich boxes, salad options, and Cascadia chips. Orders require 24-hour notice and can be picked up at any of our three Portland locations for work parties, sports events, and casual gatherings.
Salads
Freshly prepared salads include classic Italian, Greek, and specialty options with premium proteins. All salads feature house-made dressings and can be customized with meat, vegan, or gluten-free ingredients for dietary flexibility.
Takeaway
Order through our self-serve kiosks for quick pickup at all locations. Online scheduling ensures fresh preparation with notifications when orders are ready. Available daily with extended hours at most locations.
Delivery
Enjoy delivery service from all three Portland locations during specified hours. Our delivery menu includes full sandwich and salad options with the same premium ingredients and portion sizes as in-store purchases.
Questions
What dietary options do you offer?
We provide meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options across all menu categories including sandwiches, salads, and hot dogs.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we provide affordable catering with 15-person sandwich boxes, salads, and chips. Orders require 24-hour notice and can be picked up at any location.
What are your operating hours?
Most locations operate daily from 11am-7pm for takeaway, with delivery available 2pm-7pm. The Stephens location has limited weekday hours from 10am-2:30pm.
What makes your sandwiches special?
We use premium ingredients like Boar's Head meats and cheeses, house-made dressings, and fresh-baked bread. All meats and vegetables are prepared daily.
How can I place an order?
Order through our website using online kiosks for takeaway or delivery. Select your preferred location and schedule pickup or delivery times.
Reviews (5)
Les W.
Jan 29, 2022
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I have been eating here for years now and to be honest its hit or miss. The quality of food is great. It just depends who is making your food. I usually have a build your own sandwich. Half the time its missing ingredients. Today it was missing the meat. This is at the Lombard Location. I never had issues at the Hawthorne location in past years.
Tom N.
Nov 09, 2021
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Great food but because of their website it's difficult to order. I'm not new to ordering online by any means but it proved to be impossible. Even the person at the window couldn't figure out how to make it happen. They don't have cards to order food manually at the window. No indoor seating. Not helpful with anything other sarcastic remarks. And to think I tipped them. I'm all done with this place until they become interested in shaping up.
S. W.
Sep 27, 2021
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First I will say I used to like their sandwiches. I Ordered a turkey sandwich today. This sandwich was awful. I think they changed the bread they use. The bread seemed stale & very dry. The sandwich was also a lot smaller than they use to be. There was very little turkey. $11+ for a dry sandwich with very little meat. Nothing good about this sandwich.
Lana P.
Jul 29, 2021
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Ordered a sandwich online (sense that's the only way to get food here) and rode my bike to go pick it up. Didn't bring a mask since I'm twice vaccinated and there isn't a mandate. Employees wouldn't take my already paid for food to the window. Had to go and literally find a mask on the floor so I could get my already paid for food without having to bike all the way back. Please mention this on your website so purchasers can be prepared to pickup up their food successfully.
Maria W.
Jun 19, 2021
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Amazing. I love it. Great lunch can be found here in the simple form of a classic sandwich. keep it simple keep it real. They have good pickles, good bread and idk how to put it ... everything inside of the sandwiches is just good I wish I could whip up a sandwich like that for myself but until then (which will probably be never) I will continue throwing my support to this amazing deli! Maybe one day. Anyway I like their pickup window too super efficient.
