It'll Do Deli — Restaurant in Longview

Maybe it's just in my own mind, but a deli typically falls short of five-star status because the concept of making a sandwich seems simple. I can pile meat and cheese on two slices of bread at home, so paying someone else to do it seems a little silly sometimes. While the method of constructing a sandwich may be pretty straightforward, the taste of It'll Do Deli's sandwiches is anything but simple. I just experienced my first meal at this establishment, and I am extremely impressed.

My wife and I ordered The House and the Romeo sandwiches, a small gumbo, a small broccoli and cheese soup, and in an effort to leave no inch of stomach unfilled, we even tried a couple of the Happy Hannah stuffed peppers. Everything was so much more delicious than I could have ever expected. The sandwiches' ingredients tasted fresh, and the broccoli and cheese soup was nice and light, but still packed full of flavor, a nice reprieve from the heavy, creamy soup I get at some other places. The peppers, served cold and covered with a generous helping of chicken salad, were very surprising. I usually like something like stuffed peppers to be hot, but these may have forced me to change that mindset.

Adding to the experience was the very friendly staff (owners?), and the clean, quaint atmosphere. Since we arrived well before the lunch rush, it felt quiet and adequately-spaced during our visit, but I can imagine that it could get a little cramped during the busier parts of the day. Oddly, this is not necessarily a bad thing. The thought of a line of people running out the door and around the building sort of adds to the appeal. It reminds me of some of my favorite eateries in Austin.

Speaking of Austin, It'll Do Deli feels like it could fit in well in the big city. It has a neat name, and the decor inside the restaurant has a quirky uniqueness that had me craning my neck in every direction to take it all in. My personal favorite was the simple touch of a sign above the doorway to the restroom that warned of the dangers of diving into shallow water.

This was our first visit to It'll Do Deli, but I doubt it'll be our last. It has changed my opinions of the simplicity of making a sandwich. This place deserves a "job well done" nod in...

Gave three stars because what a cute little place . I was disappointed with the 4 sandwiches I bought not because it was bad but because I was craving a cold Turkey sandwich with avocado . I I didn’t know their sandwiches were hot . On menu says cold or panini . I didn’t know you had to request it cold ! Most places you have to request it hot ! So went home kids would not touch it because it was hot with avocado .Seriously only takes a second to say would you like that hot ? So now I have sandwiches that have yucky hot avocado on it ! Who eats hot avocado ? Anyways don’t assume you will get customer help here if your a first time customer , we certainly did not ! Because of the Bible stuff I gave them 3 stars who Doesn't love Jesus !!!?? Update….Might I add change your name to something that supports the items you sale ? When does deli have to do with grilled sandwiches ? When I think of deli I think of cold cuts I don’t think of hot sandwiches ? Yes I looked on your menu online I seen hot or cold . Another idea ! When someone tells you this is there first time here , maybe explain the sandwiches are served hot only ? Just can’t assume people are going to read your whole story and menu . Now I didn’t say your place was bad I said customer service was to not there to explain how your name does not add up to what you sell . I thank you for your reply but not every customer will be a local, I just moved here . I searched cold sandwiches your deli came up so…..Deli !! Which means … food typically sold at a delicatessen, as cold cuts, salads,...

I dislike leaving a negative review but I was bummed that our sandwiches were not that good. I ordered the cool breeze, it came with avocado but there was so much it was all I could taste, each bite was pouring avocado off the sides. There were jalapenos but they had absolutely zero flavor, there was cheese but also no flavor so I do not remember what kind it was and the turkey tasted like the kind you get from the container at the grocery store.. not that that's a bad thing but when I'm paying $13 for a deli sandwich I expected something like boar's Head. My boyfriend got the high roller and well.. he took one bite and threw it away and got lunch somewhere else 😬😬 it was our first time there, I didn't announce that to the man at the counter because as soon as I walked up he looked very irritated and annoyed, to the point it gave me anxiety and I got nervous to ask him for a recommendation. The only positive was the lady that handed me my sandwich, she was very sweet, complete opposite from the at the counter guy! I love a good little deli sandwich shop to get lunch at but sadly we won't be...