Lombardy's Market & Deli — Restaurant in Newport Beach

I've worked in NB for over a year now, my job requires me to drive ALOT doing what I do for the 300 plus homes we manage. I've driven by this place over the past year at least 900 times, today I decided I needed to stop by one of our local " flavors ". I interact with probably 3000 different families and ppl a year w my job, I like to offer them options if asked. I was NOT disappointed today when I stepped into this Lil " Mom and Pop " location. So well laid out, fresh produce, very detailed beer and wine selection along w some sodas. The fact tthey've high quality canned tomatoes and true authentic pasta on the shelf really won me over, oh no, Im fair from Italian, but I've a culinary degree and only do my current job in the off season. I know what a quality product is and these guys stock it. You come here to visit us for a week, you stop by , give them a visit. Come here if you wanna make some good Italiano flavors w your family. Staff was super inviting to me today, best " Italiano " I've had in years. Im a fan and will become a regular...

We were hesitant to eat here because it was 2:30 PM on a Sunday and they’d sold out of fresh bread and informed us we’d need to have day-old bread. All I can say is that I can’t imagine how fresh the same day bread must be because the day-old bread was super fresh and soft. We ordered 2 turkey sandwiches, 1 Italiano, and 1 Philly Cheese Steak. The meat used in all the sandwiches was very high quality and had good flavor. The veggies were crisp and fresh. The staff assisting us was extremely friendly There are two little cafe tables out front, and given how far past the regular lunch hour it was, we were able to sit there and eat since both tables were open. I will definitely...

Need a perfect picnic supper around sunset? Grab a sandwich and a beverage here, then stroll down to the beach and enjoy. I had the Capocollo, which was on special, and was fantastic.

The two humans who helped me were EXTREMELY sweet and kind. Bonus: the parking meters are free after 6pm!

For those who are comfortable not quite adhering to mini-laws, the lifeguard station is a nice spot to have your picnic. Pretend you don't see the "keep off" sign. Only the gulls will notice you're there. You scofflaw, you!

Bonus: watch for dolphins.

Can't miss on this...