Ike's Love & Sandwiches

Sandwich shop · San Diego

Ike's Love & Sandwiches

Sandwich shop · San Diego

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3545 Del Mar Heights Rd C6, San Diego, CA 92130

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Many sandwich options, including vegan & vegetarian. Try Dutch crunch.  

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Slew of New Food Headed for Del Mar Highlands - Eater San Diego

"Out on the far end near Rite Aid will be another branch of the Bay Area’s Ike’s Love & Sandwiches." - Candice Woo

https://sandiego.eater.com/2021/3/9/22321429/iceskimo-ikes-breakers-micheline-pita-sky-deck-new-eateries-del-mar-highlands
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New San Diego Restaurants and Bars That Have Opened During the Pandemic - Eater San Diego

"Ike’s Love & Sandwiches, the popular Bay Area chain, has opened its fourth San Diego location at Del Mar Highlands Town Center. Among the more than 800 sandwiches on the menu are items exclusive to this branch, including the “Not So Cursed Antiques” that features steak, beer-battered onion rings, and provolone and the vegetarian “Torrey Pine” made with vegan “steak”." - Candice Woo

https://sandiego.eater.com/2021/2/12/22280054/new-san-diego-restaurants-bars-eateries-open-during-covid-pandemic
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Bee Kasi

Google
I tried this place in Del Mar and the service was great but their bread was…..dense. I got the Dutch crunch and it was a little too thick for my liking. Have you ever had bread that seemed like it wasn’t all the way cooked/baked? The people were really friendly but it’s just not for me. The filling and seasoning was good. I recommend trying this place and honestly reviewing it for yourself. My preference may not be yours.

George Weiss

Google
The best sandwiches and so many to choose from. Love all the free added extras avail. Jalapenos, banana peppers etc. The halal chicken is humanely done so that makes me feel better about eating it and there are a ton of vegetarian options. More than I've seen anywhere.

Jeff Narucki

Google
Changing my review from a couple of years back to 5 stars across the board. If you want a clean, friendly place to sit and eat an amazing sandwich or salad, check out Ike's. I'm a big fan of their vegetarian/vegan options, but there are so many varieties of sandwiches and options, that it's worth your time to go back a couple of times to try several of their offerings.

emil gilyazov

Google
It’s a great restaurant with very good sandwiches. There is a big selection of them and they can satisfy pretty much any diet you are on. It’s a little bit pricy but it does worth it. Employees were pretty helpful ad well.

Jes The Foodie

Google
There’s plenty of parking at this Ike’s location and indoor and outdoor seating as well. I finally tried the vegan pee wee and really enjoyed it (although it’s not as tasty as the meatless Mike.) I couldn’t remember which breads were vegan and the person behind the counter was helpful (I ended up getting the French bread.) Overall, it’s a fine Ike’s location. If I’m in the area again, I’ll definitely be back.

Carissa Hanners

Google
Ordered in app. Order ready and waiting prior to promised time. Easily marked. In and out just like i like it. Sandwiches perfect!. All other sandwich chains are dead to me. It’s not the cheapest out there but BYO chips and drink if you have to; Ralphs is right next door; just love yourself and get it done. P.S. Phantom bread should just always be an option. Much love to the staff and the vibes!

Jordan Stone

Google
We had a slight issue with our previous order but the store manager Nikki was able to resolve everything and treat us right. She is so awesome. Sandwiches here are delicious, can’t go wrong with a Dutch crunch.

John Pea

Google
I had a disappointing visit to Ike's Love & Sandwiches. I saw a sign for a student special and was excited about the sandwich. However, when I approached the cashier to ask about what the sandwich was, he only asked, "Are you a student?" This response was frustrating and unhelpful, as I was simply trying to inquire about the food. I left feeling annoyed without trying any of their offerings. On a brighter note, I discovered a fantastic pita place next door.
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Jes W.

Yelp
There's plenty of parking at this Ike's location and indoor and outdoor seating as well. I finally tried the vegan pee wee and really enjoyed it (although it's not as tasty as the meatless Mike.) I couldn't remember which breads were vegan and the person behind the counter was helpful (I ended up getting the French bread.) Overall, it's a fine Ike's location. If I'm in the area again, I'll definitely be back.
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Mariel A.

Yelp
One word...delicious! My sandwich was so good, I didn't share!! I paired it with some bubbly and it went really well! The team, Trevon and Nikki, were super friendly. I could tell my sandwich was made with Highly recommend the "dirty sauce." It's like no other!
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Sesang Y.

Yelp
Food: 9/10 Service: 7/10 Ambiance: 7/10 My favorite sandwich is WE'RE JUST FRIENDS. I don't know why but the location at Mira Mesa always leaves me disappointed. Something about that location doesn't do something right. But the Del Mar and Hillcrest locations are fire! Get all your sandwiches with the dutch crunch bread. Chef's Kiss.
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Tim T.

Yelp
Really great sandwiches as well as unique specialty options that are vegan and vegetarian like the "Meatless Mike." Interior is medium sized but primarily designed for ordering out and service is quick. Cool decorations on the wall like celeb photos taken with Ike, the namesake of the store. A chain as well and stores can be seen all throughout California and maybe other states.

S S.

Yelp
The sandwich was served with old/rotten avocado. Had to drive all the way back to the store to get the sandwich re-made. While the staff did remake the sandwich, no apology was offered.
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Jayne H.

Yelp
Wonderful sandwiches! They are also very nice and don't mind substitutions. Cheesesteak sando is the bomb.
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Dan K.

Yelp
I moved here from an area that has a lot of different Ike's and this is the only one in San Diego County but it's literally my favorite sandwich. I've come to this location on multiple occasions and it's the same people working here offer me literally five star service every time. I know there's other sandwich shops in the area but I have yet to find on that matches the taste and service. They remember me by name and I just feel like I'm home again. A special thanks to Travon, Em and Austin as they are the ones that go above and beyond for me. I'll continue to drive up from PB just for the reasons listed above.
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Marciaann N.

Yelp
Stopped here on the way home from the beach. Located in a nice shopping area with a lot of parking. I ordered the Time Travelers Wife #235. It is one of their veggie options. It was pretty yummy but I think their prices are a bit high. They do have quite a few veggie options which is a plus. It wasn't busy when I stopped by and there was only one other customer waiting. The employees are very helpful and friendly.
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Alan C.

Yelp
Delicious sandwiches. I love the combinations. The bread is worth all the hype. Always a great choice.
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Mai T.

Yelp
Speed Service Taste Madison Bumgarner on sourdough is the current fave We love this spot. I always order in the app and my food has always been ready when promised. It's been fun trying the new combos! I am normally not a toasted sandwich person but wow have I converted! Feels like a very full meal at a great price. Location is easy to access in Del Mar there has always been parking in front or near the bank. Will be back! Soon!
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Richard S.

Yelp
Sunday at 720pm and their closed. Food is good , but lack of customer service and window saying your suppose to be open but your not.....come on Subway get your act together. Even last time I was here same place they closed an hour early.....wtf
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Wendy T.

Yelp
Love coming here after a fun day at the Del Mar Dog Beach! My boyfriend's favorite is the menage a trois on dutch crunch bread. I change up my order but my sandwiches have been solid. Service is okay, mostly young employees. Lots of parking available. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Edit: I've been here several times with no issues but 3/12 sandwiches hurt my stomache and my boyfriend felt the same way. I would probay still give it another chance. Hopefully it was a one off..
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Tiffany G.

Yelp
Food is good. I recommend not ordering for a large group as they would often mess up our orders.
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Aleksandar K.

Yelp
Ike's makes Subway look silly But seriously, great sandwiches- maybe I'm a little biased since I used to go back when I lived in the Bay Area but the sandwiches speak for themselves. Also, it wouldn't kill them to name some sandwiches after Padres players or local figures instead of having to order sandwiches named after rival players and figures from up north but the sandwiches are just that good so I'll let them slide. Food 5/5: Can't really go wrong with anything here but the Matt Cain sandwich is on another dimension- perfect lunch spot Ambiance / etc: 4.5/5 In Del Mar by the sky deck and a bunch of other lunch spots and places so the location is pretty convenient for a quick lunch bite or picking up to go
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Peter I.

Yelp
I don't know about you, but I need more lunch options. No more fast food, no on Subway or Jersey Miles. Same old same old. Along comes Ike a growing chain for a reason. Inventive sandwiches! Period. Great ingredients and that Dutch bread? OMG.. yes! So I order in line through Yelp and I get there and the lovely cashier doesn't have my name. She says system is sometimes weird at lunch. Takes the order again with a huge no problem smile. Then the owner comes over and I hand him my Amex and he just shakes his head and says "our mess up"... really? Thank you. My Steph Curry might be the best sandwich I've had in years. Just about perfect to the point I didn't want it to end. I'm going back to try everything Ike has!

Matt L.

Yelp
I've been to Ike's probably 20+ times across 4 locations in San Diego, and Brian at the Ike's Del Mar location gave me the best service I've ever had at an Ike's. He was so friendly, very courteous, and it felt like we had been friends for a long time just by how kind he was. GIVE THE MAN A RAISE. He is a huge asset to Ike's. As we were enjoying our delicious food, my wife and I also heard him checking in on his coworkers to make sure they were doing ok in the busy lunch rush. The sandwich was fantastic as always and came out very fast. I recommend Ike's to so many people.
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Michelle N.

Yelp
I've been to Ike's several times at other locations, from Northern California to Southern California spots, but this was my first time at this Del Mar location. We moved north so this was much closer than the Hillcrest one, and we decided to give it a try. - PARKING - Shares a parking lot with other businesses, so there's tons of spots. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - There's tables inside available if you wanted to eat there. There's also a soda machine and a fridge for other beverages. We were one of the first customers to order, and food came out in about 10 minutes. - FOOD - Alex Smith ($11.11): Definitely thought the bread could be toasted more, and also they really skimped out on the fillings. Barely any meatballs, and not much of the veg. James and the Giant Peach - Vegan ($11.45): Still happy they can make their sandwiches vegan! However, similar problem with the Alex Smith - just lack of filling. I only got 1 chicken strip per half, and this had even less veg than the other sandwich. The sandwich itself also wasn't very hot either. - OVERALL - It seems like a few other reviews also agree with the fact this location just isn't as good as the Hillcrest location. I would probably take my time to go further down south than come back to this one.
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Jack M.

Yelp
I stopped in Ike's for lunch and ordered the "Hollywould's SF Cheesesteak" on Ike' Dutch Crunch Bread. The sandwich comes with seasoned steak, Provolone cheese, sauteed mushrooms, dirty sauce, lettuce, and tomatoes. The the Dutch Crunch Bread did not disappoint with its excellent texture and good flavor, but when one orders a cheese steak sandwich, one expect to see a good amount of cheese. There certainly does not need to be vast amounts of cheese, but a least plenty that one can see and taste it. This cheese steak had neither. Well it had cheese, but not nearly enough. I would call it a steak sandwich. At any rate, they definitely need to double up on the Provolone cheese. The meat that was on the sandwich was good. It was tender and well seasoned, but a touch on the dry side. A juicier collection of meat would be beneficial. Service was friendly enough. This location offers inside and outside seating. Don't get me wrong, I love to eat at Ike's, but more cheese please...
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Samantha M.

Yelp
Second time at Ike's (different location). I was disappointed the first time but gave it another shot. Unfortunately I left disappointed again. I ordered the matt Cain with lettuce and tomatoes and banana peppers (did not get any tomatoes or lettuce or peppers). The fixings seem stingy again. Pros: Dutch crunch bread is delicious Many options Cons: Haven't gotten a correct order (I don't even customize that much usually just add banana peppers) Sandwich is mostly bread Service always seems lacking
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Syed W.

Yelp
Delicious sandwich. pleasantly surprised to see that they sell Halal chicken. Highly recommend
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Ryan S.

Yelp
First time here, and it's pretty good. Large menu of sandwiches, with options for veggies only. Jaymee Sirewich has a great combo of ingredients. Love the pickles, onions, jalapeños and sauce with it. And it was big...half filled me up. I ate the other half 2 hours later. Lol Paul Reubens, Ike's take on Reuben sandwich, was okay. It's tasted good, but prefer traditional ingredients (sauerkraut, Russian dressing). Hints when ordering: 1. Choose your bread (Dutch crunch, French, sourdough, whole wheat) 2. Choose your freebies (banana peppers, jalapeños, pickles, red onions) Only suggestion is for them to turn the music down a few notches. Everyone ordering couldn't hear the cashier. Poor thing had to repeat herself with every guest. FYI...calories on menu are only the ingredients listed (doesn't count the bread, sauces, freebies calories). We'll be back to try other sandwiches. :)
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Lori R.

Yelp
I've been thinking about writing this review for a few days now. I think it's important to let my feelings known about this experience. Husband and o went to Ike's last Saturday for lunch. We have never been to an Ike's before but had heard good things. My first impression was the music was too loud and a bad speaker system to boot! It was hard to hear the man taking our order. After we ordered and sat down, I noticed the tables were all dirty and sticky (including ours). During our whole time, no one ever came by and wiped down the grimy dirty tables. The floor also was dirty. The dunnage racks in the dining room were not orderly and there was just a very unappealing look to this place. The sandwich was just ok. I did like the bread though. Don't think we'll be back. Too many other sandwich shop choices around. Suggestion to owner: clean your restaurant!!!
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Ramona G.

Yelp
Oh geez. You guys know by now I'm obsessed with Ike's haha. Literally all my Ike's reviews are pretty much identical because I get the same exact thing at each place, the Menage a Trois sandwich on Dutch Crunch. It's funny too because I went to this Del Mar location two months ago but only writing the review now, but this evening I went to the Point Loma location for a sandwich haha. Anywho, yeah pretty much Menage a Troi is my fave! Please please please open an Ike's near Kearny Mesa or Mission Valley haha!
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Tiffany B.

Yelp
I came here to redeem my free bday sandwich and the service was splendid. I'm not sure how this place has low revues reviews. I got the Dutch crunch with a side of jalapeño poppers. This is by far my fav sandwich. The flavors with the honey and honey mustard are savory. The parking lot can be cramped. It was like a Thursday at 11 and everyone was out. A location just opened in Poway but I really need something in between San Marcos and Corona.
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DJ N.

Yelp
I've been going to Ike's since they opened their first sandwich shop in San Francisco. I've never had a bad sandwich at any Ike's location. The sandwiches are fantastic. The service is always happy. The staff is very efficient. I go in feeling good and I come out feeling good. I always take sandwiches to go. I have so many favorites, but it's the simpler sandwiches that make me happy. Thanks Ike's for being so awesome! Although I don't live in San Francisco anymore I do make it a point to grab one of your sandwiches anytime I am in California. I've been to many locations in Norcal and SoCal. Hope to see you guys soon!
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Joel C.

Yelp
Need to give an update. Some of my past favorite sandwiches have been removed from the menu and I'm pretty sure they will never bring them back. Vegan steak still seems to be missing. Sandwiches are very good but just a bit too expensive
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Samuel H.

Yelp
Got my lollipop this time, but they forgot the dirty sauce I asked on the side so my sandwich was pretty dry. It was a busy day so I can understand why they forgot. Luckily, it was Andre Reed and thus not too bad without the sauce.
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Jaclyn H.

Yelp
Our family has been eating at Ike's non stop since they opened up recently near us. We stopped in at this location and were sadly disappointed. We used the mobile app to place our order of four sandwiches, one of which was on GF bread. Our order wasn't filled until 25 minutes after we the estimated ready time. The "precautions" this location takes for handling gluten allergies is a joke. So for those with Celiac's or gluten sensitivity please use caution when eating at this location. Their store is messy and unorganized. I am hoping we caught the employees on an off day because most of them were rather unfriendly and seemed bothered working in customer service. We love Ike's....just not this location.
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Rachel C.

Yelp
Under NEW MANAGEMENT BRIAN. Completely different service same great food. Would give more stars if I could thanks!!!
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Deanne L.

Yelp
I'm honestly surprised that the rating wasn't higher; I haven't had a bad Ike's sandwich. Happy that there's finally one more north in SD. During my first recent visit at this location, I ordered a "James and the Giant Peach" which had vegan fried chicken, on Dutch Crunch bread. I really enjoyed it. I couldn't really taste a difference with the vegan fried chicken, just don't expect a super breaded crispy fried "chicken." There was a lot of good flavors going on with the sauces and cheese. The dutch crunch bread is always a must. Portions are hearty, one half is a usually a perfect portion for me. Service was nice and food came out no more than 10 min, although the shop was busy with people and a line almost to the door at lunch time on a Saturday. Will definitely be back

Marge S.

Yelp
Ordered just a Bacon and Avocado sandwich. The bacon was thin and there was very little of it or of avocado. Not worth it at any price let alone what they charged. Never going back!
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Scott T.

Yelp
Business operating during the pandemic, "thank you" Review #43 okay. admitting I have a problem is the first step, right ??? I'm a total IKE's LOVE & SANDWICHES junkie. in the days before Covid, I was Duke of their Hillcrest location. what makes that surprising is I live in Carlsbad and hate to drive. yeah, their totally over-the-top sandwiches are that cravable. the wife unit had the STEVE JOBS (breaded eggplant, pesto, provolone, ranch dressing, lettuce, and tomato) on Dutch crunch bread. the fifteen-year-old son Wyatt went with his usual, a TERRELL DAVIS (turkey, bacon, avocado, Swiss cheese, lettuce, and tomato) on Dutch crunch bread. I tried the MARSHAWN LYNCH (fried chicken, bacon, spicy beastmode BBQ sauce, cheddar, dirty sauce, lettuce, and tomatoes) and added banana peppers on Dutch crunch bread. yeah, I know Dutch crunch bread's a gimmick but I so-o-o love the gimmick. all three sandwiches lived up to our very high expectations. so happy IKE's LOVE & SANDWICHES opened up closer to us. we can take down the for sale sign and cancel plans to move to Hillcrest. hell yes, we'll be back. tomorrow works for me. also the day after and the day after that.
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Lisa L.

Yelp
Love all the vegan options! The Dutch crunch bread is really good too! Will definitely be back!
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Rudy A.

Yelp
Took a pit stop on my way back to LA. Order the meatless mike and was I not disappointed. The sandwich is a perfect size. The meatballs are full of flavor plenty of veggies and cheese to go around. Yes the sandwiches are a little pricey but I feel like the size and the quality they are well worth it. Plus I didn't have to wait long for my sandwich and was nice and warm when I got it! 4.3/5 would def recommend!!
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Frances A.

Yelp
This area is so popular for grocery shopping and eateries, I just recently found out Ike's opened nearby. Just like their other location closer to SD, the quality of the sandwiches is great. We usually get a takeaway order as a group from work. The menu is extensive so there is something to appease anybody's preferences. The gluten free bread here is pretty good. However, I like how Ike's doesn't skimp on the fillings. I like the "Sometimes I'm a Vegetarian". The meatiness of the mushroom goes well with the pesto. The provolone makes the sandwich fun to eat. "Flipper" is another good sandwich because tuna fresh and not swimming in mayo. In any sandwich, I like to put the beer battered onion rings inside. Then I put banana peppers and red onions to add extra kick. I have to wear a mask in work anyways, so I don't care how my mouth smells after a sandwich haha!
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Karen R.

Yelp
The quality of ingredients is a must. This place is always on point. Orders today were; Menage A Trois & American Cheesesteak and they were both so great. The chicken is such great quality ( not the pre packaged type that most restaurants serve). Prices are from $8.00 to $16. The Dutch bread is so yummy and I believe that is their signature bread. They carry Zapps chips ( native new Orleans company). I guess you get the message - come here!
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Charlotte W.

Yelp
SO HAPPY IKES OPENED HERE. THANK YOU. I discovered Ike's living in SF and as a vegetarian, it is a dream because there are SIXTEEN veggie sandwich options. Don't worry MEAT eaters... the majority is meat :). This time, I got the James and the Giant Peach! Vegan Fried Chicken??? OK!!! This location is already really busy! But the line moved so quickly and we were in and out of there in about 5 minutes. Great service, clean and nice atmosphere. FOUR STARS (for now) - WHY Did I take off one Star?? Gluten free bread is $2 extra. Yikes, but I did it- I understand. But what I didn't realize is that the sandwich was going to be SMALLER than the regular bread. My friend got the Tony Hawk Sandwich with Sourdough Bread....and look at the size difference between our sandwiches...and I paid more for a smaller sandwich. I wish I would have known this. My James and the Giant Peach was not so giant. Regardless, I'll be back because Ike's in SF had my heart and I want to give this place a shot. The sandwich was delicious and the people were nice. I understand everyone is training right now so maybe the sandwich size was a mistake.
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Beverly K.

Yelp
Staff did not greet people when they walked in, including me. Ordered Tony Hawk which is supposed to come with honey mustard and avocado. They forgot to add avocado and it was way too dry for me. Maybe I caught them on an off day but cashier didn't bother to even say thank you , have a good night, etc. The crunchy bread was delicious. I am adding to this review to reply to you Jessica...... When I write the Yelp reviews I always try to give a clear picture of what the experience is like when I order food at a restaurant, is there any parking issues, the photos tell a story of how the food is presented, And I try to point out the level of service if it is good, bad, or indifferent. I know ownership can not always be at each one of their locations so I always share what the experience is like when dealing with their employees. I am not looking for something to be resolved. I am merely sharing my experience that day.
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Aaron S.

Yelp
I was a little underwhelmed with the quality of food. I have had this place bookmarked for many months now and finally had an opportunity to try it out. Ordered 2 sandwiches to go last weekend. Ordered online, no issues and minimal wait time. Easy enough to order and customize the sandwiches as I wanted. Showed up as the time suggested and the sandwiches were ready. Not much customer service required. I ordered the Madison Bumgarner (MB) and Paul Rueben (PB), both with extra meat and extra dirty sauce on the side. Got these sandwiches home with my mouth watering. Both were for me so I could have a nice selection of different styles and meats from Ike's. Opened them up and they looked so good. lots of meat, sauce and extras, bread was semi crunchy and soft at the same time. Then is happened. MEH... The key ingredient, the meats, weren't very good. The steak on the MB was dry and combined with the thick bread just wasn't so good. Added he extra dirty sauce and it just added too much of a mayonnasey taste. Tried some other sauces from my fridge but the meat just wasn't good. So!.. On to the next sandwich! This is why I bought 2! Opened the PB and it looked so good. Lots of meat and extras and then my first big bite... MEH... The Pastrami had a weird taste. It was typical pastrami or didn't taste like it. It is hard to explain the taste but it wasn't so good. I ate about half so it wasn't terrible but not what I was expecting. Maybe my expectations were a little high but I was a little disappointed. Overall, the lunch experience was just ok. The price was a little steep for the sandwiches and for the quality of the meat. the bread was pretty good and the extra sauce and ingredients were all good. I may or may not stop back by here.
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Gena L.

Yelp
I've been a fan of Ike's for a couple years now but after not visiting for a while I was in the area and needing a bite to eat. I've been transitioning to a vegan diet so Ike's was the perfect stop. The cashier recommended several options and I ended up ordering the James giant peach sandwich with fried chicken bbq sauce and cheddar cheese. The server asked if I would like lettuce and tomato too which I replies yes. Thankfully I did say yes because I was served a hoagie size sandwich with what amounted to almost nothing on it but a little lettuce and a little tomato. If I didn't opt for those veggies I would have been served a sandwich roll with a sparing amount of yellow bbq sauce and that was it. I did find a couple very small pieces of chicken that were definitely not resembling something fried but I'm telling you there was so little I might as well have not had chicken on it at all. I hope this was just an oversight although they definitely took their time making the sandwich so I'm not sure what they were doing. I know times are tough but $14.50 for a plain hoagie roll is a little steep. Praying this was a one off otherwise I have a feeling they are signaling the signs of going out of business soon.
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Anthony R.

Yelp
I have been to many sandwich places but this place Ike's Love & Sandwiches takes the cake! Their sandwiches are phenomenal and the best I have ever had! I went in there this evening and the customer service was outstanding. The two guys working there were friendly and even asked my opinion about a movie. I highly recommend this spot if sandwiches are your thing. I give them a 9.8 out of 10.
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Kent R.

Yelp
Finally made it to Ike's! What took me so long? Been planning to drop into the Hillcrest location for years but haven't. Got off my duff, grabbed a buddy and hit the Carmel Valley store conveniently located in the very busy Highlands shopping center across from One Paseo. I love the inventiveness of the menu. So much to consider and try. Kind of overwhelming. What to order? What the hell is halal? Thankfully Bethany was behind the register to be my wing-woman on this mission. Narrowed my choices down to Matt Cain, #1 Elvis, Marshawn Lynch or Madison Bumgarner. Pulled the trigger on #240 Mad Bum on Dutch Crunch bread. Steak, yellow BBQ sauce, habanero sauce, pepper jack, American. My buddy paid for lunch. Score! Learned that all Ike's sandwiches are available at all Ike's locations regardless of whether they are listed on the menu or not. You might want something a different Ike's makes, like say, a Wild Bill, a Jim Rome, Spiffy Tiffy, Name of the Girl I'm Dating, JuJu Bee or a Hot Head. Just ask. They fix it for you. Kicked a guy out of a prime table outside. (He was just sipping a smoothie) Gorgeous San Diego day. Waited for the arrival of Mad Bum. When the food arrived everything became a blur. The word 'Madison' in blue ink. The hefty sandwich weighed three pounds. Not really but Dude was heavy. Then I found myself In the Zone. Totally focused. Lots of steak and veggies and jalapeños. Had a slight spicy, sweet balance. And thank goodness for the napkins! Delicious and messy! I made a complete pig of myself and I wasn't ashamed one bit. Somewhere in the middle I enjoyed those Voodoo Heat chips from New Orleans, which were a perfect compliment to my new best buddy Madison. My buddy had the Ted Williams and it looked good also. As was the Carmel apple lollipop. One criticism: My Dutch Crunch bread was dry, a little stale and crumbly. I'd probably pick a different sandwich delivery system next time. But all in all a great experience. Thank you Ike. Thank you Bethany. Next time I'm coming for you Matt Cain or maybe you Elvis, because I'm a sucker for wasabi.

Cathy L.

Yelp
First time here and not very impressed. The main issue is the order is not correct. The instructions I added on my order, none of them honored except jalapeños. Make sure you check before leaving premises. Although the wheat bread is delicious and ingredients are fresh, the size is on the smaller side.
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Ceaser D.

Yelp
This place NEVER Disappoints. If you are looking for a Delicious Sandwich, with great Customer Service, you need to stop by and grab one of their DELICIOUS Sandwiches. I like the Matt Cain in the Double Crunch Bread with everything on it. Seriously, once you try the Sandwiches you are going to be spoiled and not want to ever go to a Subway or Jersey Mike's again.
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Steph L.

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This location is not as good as the Miramar location. I would avoid this location unless you call your order in ahead of time. It took almost 20 minutes for two sandwiches because of all the call in orders. Also not sure why the three people who ordered after me in the store for their sandwiches got them before me. This location is very new, and staff didn't know how to ring up orders, use a gift card, or handle the rewards system. I would use a card over cash, they counted the cash incorrectly that I handed them. I feel for the workers, they were jam packed next to each other making sandwiches. Sandwiches were so so, definitely not as good as the Miramar location. The parking here is also VERY tough. Will not be back to this location.
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Sony M.

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So happy to see that @ikessandwiches has so many veggie sandwich options in their menu. I tried the Reading Rainbow and was amazed to see their portion sizes and it tastes great too. Well done with the vegetarian menu

Summi D.

Yelp
Just give it a try to number 98 if you love fried chicken sandwich, it was really fresh juicy chicken. I ordered everything on it and also asked for extra ranch which the guy the handed me with great smile. Although they were busy with orders, my sandwich was ready within a minute. Place was clean and service was fast. Again highly recommend this location.
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Aaron M.

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The delivered a bowl full of sandwich ingredients and wrote on the bag they ran out of bread. No call or nothing. Totally unprofessional.

Peter C.

Yelp
The manager Trinity is an incompetent employee that is as useful as the clap. He may have told the food prep to leave out some food ingredients from two sandwiches that I ordered. When I returned he acted very sketchy about if he intentionally ordered that way, and was reluctant and flustered when I inquired if he was prejudiced.