Wondering where to find the best delis near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable delis in Berkeley, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.
1. Hummingbird Cafe
Topping the list is Hummingbird Cafe. Located at 1814 Euclid Ave. (between Hearst Avenue and Ridge Road.), the deli, which offers coffee, tea, sandwiches and more, is the highest-rated low-priced deli in Berkeley, boasting 4.5 stars out of 245 reviews on Yelp.
Yelper Chris M. wrote, "I've ordered a few different menu items, but so far, our favorites are the egg salad on a croissant and the turkey avocado on sourdough. It always impresses me to see the egg salad being made in front of my eyes. Also, the bread is super fresh."
2. Cheese 'N' Stuff
Next up is Cheese 'N' Stuff, situated at 2442 Durant Ave. (between Telegraph Avenue and Dana Street). With four stars out of 294 reviews on Yelp, the deli, which offers sandwiches and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option.
Yelper Sammie M., who reviewed Cheese 'N' Stuff on Sept. 6, wrote, "Cheese N' Stuff is by far my favorite sandwich place in Berkeley. The ingredients are always fresh and they aren't skimpy at all. The amount you get will definitely fill you up."
3. Sandwich Zone
Downtown Berkeley's Sandwich Zone, located at 2117 Shattuck Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap deli, which offers sandwiches and more, four stars out of 153 reviews.
Andrea M. noted, "Good basic sandwiches. They also have a flour wrap as an option if needed. If you're looking for a quick basic sandwich with some options, a salad or a cookie, this is your place."
4. E-Z Stop Deli
E-Z Stop Deli, a deli, convenience store and traditional American spot in Downtown Berkeley, is another inexpensive go-to, with four stars out of 143 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2233 Shattuck Ave. (between Allston Way and Kittredge Street) to see for yourself.
"E-Z Stop Deli got its start back in 1994," it states on Yelp. "Our founding family wanted to make it easy for our Berkeley community to get quick, quality sandwiches, and that's the exact experience we've been serving up these past 20-plus years."
"Thanks to our high-quality ingredients and dependable service, we've developed a reputation around town for always delivering delicious flavors and an overall great experience," it adds.
5. Kathmandu Market and Deli
Check out Kathmandu Market and Deli, which has earned four stars out of 14 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the deli and Himalayan/Nepalese spot by heading over to 2521 Telegraph Ave. (between Blake Street and Dwight Way).
Yelper Sangwook P. wrote, "My favorite grocery store in Berkeley. Full of awesome eats — especially their Nepalese food — and my place to go late at night since it's one of the only places open late."
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