The Real Italian Deli of Palm Springs — Restaurant in Palm Springs

Review: The Real Italian Deli

Nestled in the heart of our city, The Real Italian Deli stands as a beacon for lovers of authentic Italian cuisine. This charming deli offers a delightful range of options, making it a must-visit for both locals and visitors alike.

One of the standout features at The Real Italian Deli is their custom-built sandwiches. Crafted with an array of fresh, high-quality ingredients, these sandwiches are nothing short of delicious. Whether you're in the mood for a classic Italian sub or something more unique, the deli's menu has something to satisfy every palate. Each sandwich is a testament to their commitment to authentic Italian flavors, with generous portions of meats, cheeses, and fresh veggies packed between slices of their freshly made bread.

Speaking of bread, The Real Italian Deli takes pride in baking their own. The bread is always fresh, with a perfect crusty exterior and a soft, flavorful interior that complements any filling. The aroma of freshly baked bread wafts through the deli, adding to the overall experience and making it nearly impossible to resist picking up an extra loaf to take home.

For those on the go, The Real Italian Deli offers a variety of grab-and-go items. Their selection of salads is impressive, featuring fresh, crisp vegetables and delicious dressings. The desserts are equally enticing, with options ranging from classic Italian pastries to decadent cakes and cookies. And let's not forget the drinks – from Italian sodas to freshly brewed coffee, there's something for everyone.

In summary, The Real Italian Deli is a gem that offers a true taste of Italy. With their delicious custom-built sandwiches, freshly made breads, and convenient grab-and-go items like salads, desserts, and drinks, it's a place that promises quality and authenticity. Highly recommend you give it a try. Whether you're a longtime fan of Italian cuisine or just looking for a new favorite lunch spot, The Real Italian Deli...

I am a weekly regular, but will not be back anytime soon. I was in their parking lot and decided to call in my order. I was told that they were not taking to go orders because they were out of all bread at 1pm. Since I was there I decided to go in and buy some pasta from the deli. But to my surprise, they were taking sandwich orders. I waited 10 minutes to be acknowledged and finally tried to place my order. A young man behind the countervnstructed that I had to buy a loaf of bread and then they could make my sandwich, which I did and had to get back in line. After 20 minutes of waiting, 3 of the 4 deli workers walked away when it should have been my turn. Frustrated I asked who was in charge. Calvin stated that he was and screamed to never talk like that to his staff especially during Covid. I said fair and continued to wait. Finally Calvin, said what do you want in not such a nice tone. I asked if we could speak privately, which he agreed to. I apologized for my tone but wanted to explain my experience from the lie on the phone that they were out of bread to being ignored. He was not concerned and yelled "we are out of bread, what do you want me to do?". Again, I told him that I gave the deli worker a loaf of bread for my sandwiches. He was extremely angry and did not want to solve the problem, so I said to him that he is losing a great customer. Guess what he said? "GOOD!" So I left. It really is too bad, I did...

Okay, so I cannot say enough about this place. I go to Palm Springs for work a lot and this place is one that gets a visit from me every single time.

This last visit, the manager, who is European based on his accent, answered questions about a sausage they are offering. He did not hesitate to go behind the counter and warm up a dish with that sausage and offer it to me at no charge....just so that I could taste the sausage. This level of service is not offered in many places.

When I sat down to eat my meal, an employee was at the same table. He said that the manager is a pleasure to work with. You know something? I agree, he has always been the same, visit after visit.

Kudos Real Italian Deli, not only for a well-prepared meal every single visit, but for...