Moto Deli

Good vibes, great food (I had pork banh mi) and surprised how flavorful it was. Lots of bench style seating outdoors and a a few indoor. The motorcycle theme is neat and unique. Friendly staff. Need I say more? Come check this place out.

Pretty disappointed in my sandwich, the best seller, highly rated “Turketta.” Honestly it lacked a lot of flavor and didn’t move me in any way, shape, or form. I can’t say much about the sandwich or Moto, other than I probably won’t be back. The price of this sandwich is the second motivating factor that won’t bring me back. I feel ripped off. $18 for a regular sized sandwich. Why is this being normalized? Hurts even more when it’s poor quality.

Sandwiches were BOMMMBB. Chips were ehh. Cookie was amazinggg! Would definitely check out again.

We were very happy with the selections with both traditional sandwiches and vegetarian options. I had the caprese sandwich and added pesto. Ordered a bag of the potato chips and a pickle. All were fabulous! The bread for the sandwich was incredible. Loved the fact that it was a reasonable size sandwich and didn’t leave me feeling like I had way too much. Also tried the macaroni salad and it was pretty good. Definitely will be returning!

Great place for well-made and constructed sandwiches. Friendly counter worker was engaging and prompt. Clean service are with large outdoor patio. Very dog friendly too. I'll be back sometime this week.

20 years i've been waiting for this legit sandwich shop to open... Imaginative sandwiches excellently prepared. You can tell the attention for detail by balanced construction, top quality ingredients and perfect execution. Even the bread flawlessly fried. I'm not religious but this joint makes me wanna holler God bless you. Reuben and fried chicken pictured. Hat's off.

We ordered two sandwiches, a turkey which is their all-time best seller and the hot Rouben, which was a showstopper. I would recommend this place 1000% to anyone who was looking for a great hot sandwich.

Had the opportunity to try the Cuban Sandwich the other day and was quite impressed. If given the option, I always like to try Cuban sandwiches, and this one definitely impressed. The staff took great care of me and I was able to try a few of the cold brewed coffees available on tap....also very good. Can't wait to come back, just too bad I live in Pacific Beach and the drive to North County doesn't happen too often for me.

You know that feeling when you get tired of SUBWAY and Jersey Mike's and all the other chains that have sandwiches? Well that was me yesterday I could not look at another jersey Mike's sub, so I went to my small go to epic sandwich spot. Moto, deli! Plenty of parking, a staff that gets it great folks in the kitchen... And then the sandwich comes out! And you realize that this is not just a franchise, it's a real restaurant. I think the pictures speak for themselves, but if you are ever down in North County, this is a must visit.

Who doesn't love a killer Sammie?! If you are looking for the best around, then Moto Deli is a MUST! Located right off Highway 101 in Encinitas, it is in the perfect location to sit on the patio and grab lunch or scoop it up to-go and hit the beach. The team is always friendly, provides service with a smile and is there to share recommendations when everything sounds good and you just can't decide. It's a smaller menu but you will find something for everyone - Hot and cold Sammie's, Salads and Side Dishes. Start with a drink - Local Beers are always on tap along with a selection of Wine, Hard Kombucha as well as plenty of Non-Alcoholic drink options. Next up, order at the counter and you'll receive a buzzer to let you know when your meal is ready. I have way too many favorites on the menu so I'll give you my top recs: Egg Salad {a housemade Egg Salad with Gherkins, Lettuce and Tomato served on Squaw Bread} / Caprese {Mozzarella, Tomato, Fresh Basil, Arugula, Red Onion and Balsamic served on a French Roll} / The Italian - My absolute Favorite {Hard Salami, Genoa Salami, Capicola, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato and Onion on a French Roll}. You can opt for a side of Mac Salad, Curried Sweet Potato Salad or a Super Food Salad but the way to go is a simple Pickle Spear {or 2}! No matter what you decide on, your mouth will be watering and you will be craving these sandwiches for days on end. You will quickly become obsessed and thank me later!

Moto Deli is one of those unseeming places you might not realize is as good as it is from the street. We drove by two dozen times during 3 separate visits to Encinitas before realizing it was a sandwich joint and stopping in on the 25 time driving by. The building its in is wedged between a Caliber Collision and some other non-restaurant place, and we always saw tons of cyclists out front with their carbon fiber bikes and spandex kit on. Turns out it's because (a) their food is awesome road fuel for pedal-mashing type, and (b) there's a cycling shop next door that's friendly to moto deli. So anyways, yeah it's not that noticeable from the street but the vibes are strong with this one. Great food, generous portions, good value, tasty sammies, and great outdoor seating. Nothing could be better. Whether you're clip-clopping around in your cycling shoes wearing skin-tight lycra or wearing some boardshorts, this place is casual and unpretentious. Come and sandwich with us.

Every small town needs a great deli sandwich joint, and Moto Deli hits the spot. Lately I love Italians, which are always a classic, and that's what I got the most recent time and is pictured in my photo. Really fresh ingredients and bread, and it stays together - I don't appreciate soggy sandwiches (besides the exception, a French dip). This place is great for carry out or dine-in with their outdoor patio seating, and there's even a cute coffee place and bike shop that share the space. I got my sandwiches to go this weekend, and while the wait was a bit long (Saturday lunch rush), it was well worth the wait to fill my belly before heading to the beach for the day.

Sandwiches are always good. Service is fast and professional. Good selection of beers and drinks. Nice area to sit with umbrellas. Try the cookies i highly recommend them.

A nice little spot along the 101 serving a bunch of sandwiches. The Reuben was a great sandwich and the grilled cheese was top notch. The staff was friendly and the service was quick. Definitely busy during the weekend lunch hours!

Everything about this deli is so great. Service at the counter was thoughtful and polite and our order came out quickly. There are picnic tables outside with umbrellas and there are a couple of booths and a few bar seats inside. The sandwiches are DELICIOUS! I can't wait to go back and try more but we had the Chopped Cheese, the Turketta and the Banh Mi today and all 3 were so fresh and filling. The super food salad makes you feel alive! It is crunchy and tangy and sweet all at the same time. The macaroni salad is savory and addictive. When we told the cashier what a great experience we had, she was so gracious. I can't wait to work my way through the whole menu.

Amazing pastrami sandwich and house made chips! Stopped here with my daughter. Nice spot next to the 101 with outdoor seating and good music (not too loud, which I prefer) Good service too!

I had such high hopes for this place and was so disappointed. If you have celiac do not go here!!! I can go almost anywhere and find something I can eat I do not expect businesses to cater to my allergies. With that said I won't ever go here again. When we went to order I asked if I could have the sandwich without the bread all the fixings were fine. I was told the chef doesn't do exceptions so I explained I'm not modifying his food I just can't have the bread I have celiac. She said it doesn't matter the chef doesn't like to modify but she would ask and I could tell she was so worried about asking. REALLY that is crazy So she came back out and said he would do it, like he's doing me a favor?? I should have known at that point to leave. We didn't. So we ordered two sandwich's and a side salad with two drinks. It's one person up front so the drinks took awhile... We were waiting and waiting for food.. People came in after us and got their food before us. I thought maybe they had called it in but it got to be ridiculous so I went in and asked, I was told if the buzzer we gave you isn't vibrating it isn't ready. OK then... Finally our food is ready and it was a joke. My husbands sandwich was packed with meat.. I was given a little bit of meat in a container with a tiny bit of onions and fixings in another container. It was PATHETIC! All because I asked for no bread. The kale salad was the best thing. My hobbies sandwich he said was pretty good as well. I won't ever go back. There are so many other options where they understand CELIAC isn't a choice and to punish me for having it by giving me a 3rd of the portion when I paid the same price is ridiculous. You can see the container my food was in and the size of it, in a photo I posted. Seriously worse experience.

Was dying for a good tuna sandwich and Moto Deli delivered. Hit the spot - sooooo Ono - my tummy is sooo happy

Right off the 101, is this fun lil sandwich spot. It's got some indoor seating and lots of outdoor seating to soak in the rays and the coastal breezes. Perfect place after a surf sesh, or a bike ride. They have a great variety of really amazing sandwiches. I got the Philly cheesesteak. It was delectable, gooey cheese, well-seasoned steak situated on an airy, toasted baguette. I added the house made chips too, gotta have crunch at lunch. They were perfectly salted and crunchy. Everyone is friendly, and the location is great.

Copilot Moto Deli in Encinitas serves up a variety of gourmet sandwiches and salads that are generally well-received. The Turketta sandwich is popular, and the effort to use house-made ingredients is notable. The ambiance is modern, though the experience might not stand out in San Diego's competitive dining scene. It's a solid choice if you're in the area and craving a sandwich with a twist.

Great spot off the beaten path. I was craving a deli sandwich and the reviews looked positive and it wasn't too far from the San Diego Botanical Gardens. This was a mid weekend lunch stop. The service is a walk up and order for food and drinks. I started with a local IPA and got the Turketta sandwich with a side of macaroni salad (not shown). There is indoor and outdoor seating and the vibe is chill. Parking is a little tight but ample street parking near by.

Three stars are based on service alone. If it was just the food, it would be five stars. I have been to Moto Deli twice now and my husband three times. My husband raved about it and was very eager to take me. I was excited to go based on him telling me what a delicious sandwich he had (the Cubano, he loves a good Cubano) and their homemade "chips". We raced down there a few weeks ago as we knew it closed at 5:00, we walked in about 4:45 and the man behind the counters first words to us were "you can only get something to go, our kitchen's closing at 5;00) . Not a "Hi", "Welcome", "Good afternoon", "How can I help you?", just that very curt remark ( I can't even call that a greeting). I understand wanting to close up after a long day. But I worked in the restaurant business for years and if somebody walked in 30 seconds before closing, we served them. And...we served them with a smile on our face and we NEVER rushed them (& we weren't concerned about online reviews bc the internet wasn't here yet, it was called good customer service & expected). If I wasn't so hungry and did not want to try the sandwiches so bad I would've walked out, but we ordered. I cannot remember what my husband had that time, probably another Cubano, but he liked it. I had the Turketta & it was delicious. The homemade potato chips are delicious & they were still warm OK, I do recommend the Moto Deli, the food is really good. Next time I would like to try the Cobb salad. But the gentleman behind the counter, he was tall with glasses and I do believe he's the manager if not the owner really needs to improve his customer service skills. And maybe think about staying open until 6 PM? Closing at 5 PM is very difficult for people that work, especially if you won't let people sit down to eat close to closing. We decided that we will only get orders-to-go there, even if we got there early enough to eat in the restaurant section and have a beer with our meal, which is what we like to do. I don't want to be looking at the time to make sure we don't overstay our welcome.,

Really tasty sandwiches and Cobb salad. I would eat here all the time, too bad we don't live closer.

4/5 this was a really cute spot. You order the food up front and then can grab a table either inside or outside and they give you a buzzer. They have alcohol to choose from as well! For the sandwiches we got an Italian and the turkey pesto. Both really good. They didn't blow me away, but they were classic and good, so this is why it's a 4/5. Also they have warm cookies, so definitely get one of those to finish off your order ;)

Came here with the buddies (both of them) and we even met up with one of the DOGS. We show up and there's our BOY. We were all like "Yoooooo what's up DOG". It was the dude himself. It felt good to get all the boys together and go yum yum on some smacking deli sandwiches. Especially because the BOYS were in moods not messing around. Only trying to go smack down on these sandwiches. Always helps when you are smacking down on some grub with the DAWGS like what's up. I even ordered the super food salad and that was bustin good thing I had my buddies to eat it with me and support me and even my DOG he had me no matter what. Any one that speaks bad about my DOG who met up when us there and took us to buy surfboards after and then he got a wetsuit after they can be made fun of by me I will roast them because if your one of my BOYS I gotchu and Bailey is like that so stay out of our way.

It took me while to warm up to Moto Deli, for the longest time I was undecided. But they keep getting better at everything they do; service, grab and go, sandwiches, sides. They are one of the true success stories to come out of the CV-19 debacle; rising from a decent deli in the wrong location to an amazing deli in a perfect spot with service tailored perfectly to their eaterI've now tried one of everything on the menu, my advice would be to pick anything and keep coming back. Leucadia has needed a deli lunch spot for years, and this is definitely where you want to come if you're craving a deli sandwich and sides. Highly recommend the Reuben, Pastrami, and Potato and Kale salads. Update: if the smoker is running, do NOT miss out on the Brisket sandwich. Amazing.

Can't go wrong with the meatball sub here! I'm an east coast transplant and finding good meatballs with the right bread and cheese combination is hard to find. Moto does it right! And the pickles are delish!

The sandwich was good although pricy, I couldn't believe my $19 reuban didn't come with a pickle and I had to pay extra and wait in line again for a pickle. At that price point a pickle spear and even a few chips should be included. I don't mind paying for a quality sandwich but not a fan of the nickel and diming over pickles...

Good but not as great as everyone is claiming it to be. I kept reading the raving reviews so made it point to stop by. I ordered the Italian sandwich and unfortunately there was nothing incredibly special about it. The vibe was casual and lots of seating outdoors which was nice. Not saying the food was bad, It wasn't, I was just expecting more with how everyone raved about it.

Came by on a gorgeous weekday lunchtime, and Moto Deli was super easy to find off of PCH highway. They had lots of local brews on tap, and I enjoyed my IPA along with their famous Turketta hot sandwich (bacon on the side). My friend got their cold Italian sandwich, as recommended by the cool biker chick at the cashier. I loved her shirt. It said something about "NICE GIRL GANG" I was like YES, this is the era for nice girls. I'm not sure about you but I'll always go for the hot sando vs a cold one. Personal preferences. Their turketta was delicious, and I love that they wrap their sandwiches up with simple no-frills butcher paper. Their ingredients are so fresh and the bread was so delicious, crisp but pillowy. Mm! I was really sad when the sandwich was over. I also wished that there was something else that came with the sandwich on the side. The total was ~$20 with my sandwich and beer. I think it's super cool that Moto Deli is in the same space as a bunch of other shops like a coffee station, bike shop, and bakery what!? Commune vibes or what! Would def be back if in the area, but I gotta say that if you're looking for a "craft" sandwich this is your spot. But if you're about the portions and stuff-as-much-as-you-can-in, you might prefer other spots like Board + Brew.

I'm behind the times a bit with this review...we used to eat at the old location up the street and we're always pleased. This is our first time in the "new" location (I know they've been here for a bit...) and I think if it's possible, Moto Deli has gotten better? Their Cubano has been a hit in the past, so today we thought we would try something different. Today's selection of the Turketta and turkey salad will be bringing me back in a hurry. Just absolutely delicious. And to top it off, I love bikes so their location right next to Cadence Cyclery makes for great browsing while you wait for your sandwich to be made.

Good vibe. The sandwiches are tasty and the location is connected to a bike shop and little coffee shop. There are a few booths inside and plenty of seating outside. The staff was friendly and very efficient.

Homemade chips 10/10 Veggie sandwich (hooray for vegetarian options!) was good but needed more sauce (was dry) Laid back atmosphere with counter order/retrieval and picnic table seating outside.

if i could give this place zero stars i would,man who "helped" me claimed he was too busy to help me when choosing a sandwich as this is my first and last time here. i requested help with the menu and seeing if items could be motified he stated he was too busy, as he bagged cookies and no other customers were around. not sure why he works in customer service yes refuses to help a buying customer. I did not feel welcomed here. Horrible experience and mediocre sandwich.

Delicious sandwiches in a casual setting. I'll definitely go back when I'm in the area. Loved the sides. We had the homemade house chips, hot and fresh. And the curry sweet potato salad. Yum!

The Bahn Mi (pork) was sweet and excellent! You also have to try the Blueberry Bambucha

After coming up from the beach and driving a few blocks we found this shop for sandwiches and cold beer! We picked 2 sandwiches. Tasty and yummy- served with no chips or pickles just The Wich! We tried one cold and one hot - the Turkette was hot and a turkey and bacon squaw sliced bread. We asked for the jelly spread on the side. And the cold one was turkey pesto- on a long sun bread. Almost too much pesto but fresh.

Dare I say best Reuben I've had since Katz's deli in NY. Tender meat, including the brisket (special). The Italian was great too and very unique Mac salad which was tasty! Staff was friendly, food came out fast, and cute outdoor patio area.

I found my new favorite sandwich shop right in Encinitas. moto deli just moved right next to Queenstage coffee and it's delicious. I got the turkey pesto sandwich and I added bacon and avocado - it was delicious. I ate the entire thing. My friend got the meatball sub and loved it. Super convenient that you can grab a coffee and then walk 10 steps and get a yummy sandwich at Moto.

Sandwiches were ok. Had the Rueben and didn't have Swiss cheese on it. It's a cool laid back place.

Good sandwiches great location good vibes and looks like people are hanging out there working and enjoying each other

Rueben with pastrami was very tasty but barely any meat and it was very noticeably that the end game was mainly bread which is not the point of a rueben. i guess there was a new worker at register because she first told me they took reuben off menu but then someone from BOH came to front and told her still on menu but no corned beef. sat on park bench outside and random people hanging out and doing zoom biz calls on macbook which was weird and i thought to myself how much i miss etiquette. what i really miss is sherman's deli rueben in palm springs.

Great sandwiches, beer, and kombucha! One of our favorite spots for a quick bite on the 101.

Don't bother with the turkey salad sandwich! It didn't have much filling and dripped runny mayonnaise. Worth about $5 (like a premade/packaged sandwich from 7/11. Absolutely NOT worth over $12. Will shop elsewhere next time.

Food Service Ambiance All 5 stars Pastrami sandwich was so good!!! Super friendly staff!! Thank you! We will be back when are back down towards SD

Great service and atmosphere. But the food was pretty average. Not bad but not great as everyone claims. Was expecting a lot from the reviews but left underwhelmed. I think with a few tweaks in their recipes it would be better. Moto sauce was too sweet in my opinion. Sandwich was a little too saucy as well. Good vibe on the patio though!

Moto Deli has quickly become my got sandwich spot. There sandwich choices are plentiful and I've tried quite a few. Whether you want hot or cold sandwiches they will have something that you will love. The staff is always friendly and helpful. They have a smoker and are adding delicious specials. They have a great vibe and great seating inside but I love their outdoor seating area.

The hubby and I used to eat here weekly when we lived down the road, but since moving further south, we only come once a month or so. You know I had to get my standard order, which was a BLT with extra Moto sauce. It never disappoints and tasted even better this time since it feels like years that I last had it (it's been 5-weeks). The hubby ordered his Turketta sando, we split a bag of the dirty flavored chips and their potato salad. That's been our go-to order for the last year and a half and always so satisfying. The sandwiches are fresh and bountiful. The potato salad is full of curry flavor, spices, flavor and eggs.

We were walking down the street and spotted this little sandwich shop. It seemed to have good reviews so we decided to stop in. We're both big fans for Rubens and decided to give it a try. Not exactly sure what it was but the Ruben was not what we expected and the taste was a bit off. The sandwiches here are pretty pricy and the service wasn't very fast. We also ordered the Mac salad - it was heavy on the onions and had a spice in it that was a bit overpowering. The space was cute and there was a decent amount of seating. The menu was easy to read and the staff were friendly. Might try to give this place a second chance in the future.

Finally made it over to Moto Deli. The Turketta sandwich was the best sandwich I've ever eaten! The homemade aioli was sweet and delicious. Also had their root beer which was excellent. The chips were piled high but slightly overcooked. We rode our bikes, and they had a big bike parking area which was nice. The setting was casual with wood picnic tables. We even met other patrons who were loving their meals too. The staff was friendly too. I'm already looking forward to going back.

I've been meaning to revisit Moto Deli since their opening several years ago in a food truck, and then a brick and mortar location. This is their newer location along the coast and it sure is a beautiful spot. My friend and I called in our order, which seamed to be easier to do. The app had some inconsistencies in what items were available for the day. One of the salads that we wanted was listed as not available/ sold out. When we called to place the order, the salad was available. The phone conversation to place our order was great, we had a couple modifications that were noted. It was a busy Sunday and a little difficult to find parking, which is to be expected. A few min after waiting around the shop, a spot opened up. I didn't realize that Moto Deli shares a open wall with a cycle shop. (Super cool). We got our order to go. I opted for the Italian sandwich- soooo delicious. The bread/sub roll was thinner and a great consistency. The meats, cheese, olive oil, red wine vinegar made such a yummy experience. My friend had the cob salad with a couple modifications. The salad was colorful, crunchy, and a good size portion. She even had some left overs for another meal. Thanks Moto Deli! Lunch was fabulous.

Ordered the turketta and curried potato salad. Both were delicious, tasted healthy , and way better than board and brew.

Moto Deli is located in a great spot because it is both Amtrak station and Beach close. They offer quality sandwiches which are made fresh. The potato chips are made in house and a must get item. They have a lot of outdoor seating with umbrellas for shade. We got the Italian Sandwich and Turkey salad Sandwich, plus a bag of chips which was big enough to share. Negative marks came from the squaw bread seeming more like standard wheat bread, and there were a few soggy chips in the bag. Don't get me wrong - we devoured everything.

I was looking for a deli along the coast for a bike ride, and Yelpers did not steer me wrong. :) I ordered the Turketta to go. While I was waiting for it to be prepared several other people walked up to the counter; every one of them ordered a Turketta. Once I got to my beach destination, Turketta in hand, it was still nice and warm, and it was delicious. I can't speak for anything else on the menu, but this sandwich was yum! While waiting in line, a regular told me that the Turketta is her favorite, but that she also really likes The Italian (the second item on the menu)......I'll have to try that next.

Perfect bread to contents to wetness ratio. Very great taste. Will come back again. Got the Bon Mi. Delicious

Always biked by this place and was curious about it due to the amount of people always there. I finally stopped by and I can safely say I've found a new go to sandwich place. The brisket sandwich was incredible and the perfect mid bike ride stop. Bonus points because there's a bike shop next to it

Sandwiches were pretty good, we got the grilled cheese, Cuban and hot chicken. I think the hot chicken was my least favorite. There's was construction going on. But we were able to find parking in the lot. Food came quickly. Only con of the place was the young man working, kept going on his personal phone and was talking loud and sometimes complaining that some customers weren't tipping.