Pickles Deli

Well we road the ferry over to the island to enjoy a early dinner. We went to 5 places before stopping here. This place was in a strip mall and if you had to use the restroom, you had to go out the back door down a big long hallway just to use the restroom. my only thought process coming back to the back door was I hope there’s a sign on it that says which door to enter. The lady who is going to be the new owner of the restaurant was very friendly. She gave us a sample of the potato salad. I did not think it had much flavor. I know the presentation of this food is very delightful. That’s what I thought and I thought it was gonna be delicious, but there was no flavor to it either I recommend going here one time because everybody needs their own opinion, but we will not return there and I wouldn’t go out of my way recommending it to anyone. It’s been open for years so they must be doing something right maybe it just wasn’t for me. We had one of the big pickles they had marinated and garlic. It was OK. Nothing special to write home about. I will say she had a buffet of hot sauces to choose from but the one I chose was out of date in 2023 I used it anyway because I had to give flavor to my food.

I visited on a busy August day. The shop is very close to the ferry terminal. There is a lot of indoor seating and a couple tables outside on the parking lot with umbrellas. They were busy but the lady made my Chicken Caesar wrap in about 5 seconds plus grill time to warm it. As far as taste, it was about average for a Caesar but there was about twice as much dressing than needed to be. So much that my girlfriend refused to eat it and told me to get it on the side next time. The thing that bothered me was that the lady made the wrap, then swept the floor while it was warming, then finished the to go packing the food without washing her hands or changing gloves. That’s just not ok and they should use better hygiene procedures to prevent contamination of the food during handling. Overall it was a mixed experience but I would not return again due to the food handling problems.

This is my favorite place on Whidbey Island. It's located in a shopping plaza called Ken's Korner. Make this your first stop after you drive off the ferry. I spent an hour getting to the ferry lines from Seattle and then another two hours waiting in the ferry lines because it was Labor Day weekend. So by the time I drove off the ferry I was quite hungry and ready to eat. Apparently the theme of the day was lines and when I walked into the Pickle Deli the line went from the counter and wrapped around to the other side of the Restaurant. Because I had a pending appointment I couldn't stay but I returned around 4 o'clock to meet a friend and there was no line. They had also run out of sandwich wraps so they offered to make our sandwiches in a pita. I think frankly that made the sandwiches taste even better. I ordered the Greek roast beef because I had a hankering for some of the fresh lettuce and marinated peppers and feta cheese. My friend ordered something with chicken and every bite she took she kept exclaimed how delicious it was -- pointing out the artichokes, the banana peppers... without exaggeration one of the top five sandwiches I've had in my entire life. Our plan was actually just to take a couple of bites and save the sandwiches to enjoy with drinks at the Hierophant Meadery, where we were headed next. But each bite was so good that intention flew out the window as we simply slowed the car down in the parking lot, we didn't even pull into a spot, and just kept taking bites until there was nothing left. (We're from Seattle it's not like we haven't had a good sandwich before… but the remarkably fresh goodness that they had pulled together in a simple pita for my Greek Roast Beef was total magic. Total. Magic. I didn't even offer my friend bite and she didn't care because we were both too busy enjoying our own sandwich happiness. honestly I'm not prone to hyperbole so I can only tell you the $13 ferry the hour drive on the highway and the two hour wait in the ferry line on Labor Day weekend was totally worth this single sandwich stop. And we highly recommend you ask for the pita, even if they're not out of the wrap. They show win a quarter slice of pickle. Which we didn't even find it until everything was eaten...because when you ate eating perfection, you're not looking for anything else. Initially we had balked at the thought of a $16 sandwich but in this case you absolutely get what you pay for…and -- if a happy memory counts for anything -- something more than that. And who do you find hanging on their wall next to the list of brews on tap: the patron saint.

We needed food and Pickle's Deli happened to be the closest option. At first I was hesitant, as I was not necessarily feeling like having a sandwich however, I am very glad we stopped in. The sandwiches are elevated beyond what I think of when I hear the word sandwich. They are large, stuffed with toppings, and packed full of flavor. Highly recommend. I will make the drive from Bellevue for lunch. This might be my new favorite sandwich spot.

Visiting the Island from Texas having lived in Coupeville for a number of years and wanting a bite to eat before driving all the way up the island. We’re so glad we stopped here. We were there with my sisters three small children and the staff was so accommodating, patient and incredibly friendly. Ordered 6 sandwiches (one of them on Gluten Free bread), a few pickles, sodas and tea. My GF sandwich was phenomenal. The bread was sturdy, and very tasty. Their pickles are delicious! A must try. Thank you again for such great service and wonderful food.

Pickles is an excellent local spot with great food. Got the Friday After Thanksgiving sandwich ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ with stuffing and cranberry sauce. It was delightful— their product is phenomenal!

Best sandwich I’ve ever had. Top it off with peanut butter stuffed chocolate chip cookie.

The service was fantastic, the atmosphere was relaxed and the food was incredible! My only complaint is that we never made it back to try something else on the menu. I had the banh mi and my husband had the spicy Italian both of which were the best sandwiches we have ever had! Way to go Pickles ❤️

Always good food. Wish they'd add the hotdogs back on the menu. Prices are fair for island living.

This should be your first stop after driving off the ferry on Whidbey Island. And I have a very strong opinion about what you should order: the Greek Roast Beef with fresh lettuce, onion, marinated vegetables and feta ON A PITA. We only explored that option because they had run out of sandwich wraps, but I think that was one of those perfect accidents of fate because the pita made everything that much better. Don't be intimidated if you walk into a line that wraps around the restaurant, the staff are super friendly and they can spot a newcomer a mile away because they very kindly tell you there are menus and you might want to study it before you order. There are tables to sit and enjoy the food inside but there's also a couple of tables with umbrellas outside across the street in a corner of the parking lot that you can tell is designated for deli customers to eat outside. And there were customers comfortably enjoying the shade while they ate Also, if you order a drink you'll be given cups so you can serve yourself at the soda fountain. We ordered the fresh squeezed beet juice with a couple of cups of ice because it was a hot day. It came in a bottle and poured out a glorious deep magenta -- talk about vital phytonutrients. There's also a bit of a bar area because there are brews on tap; next to the brew list is a nice capture of Anthony Bourdain in shades holding a classic pose. We took our sandwiches to go...but honestly didn't get a few meters beyond our original parking spot because the intention to "just take a couple of bites and save the rest..." flew out the window after the first two bites. The taste experience was so good we didn't even bother pulling into another parking spot we just slowed the car down stopped and ate our sandwiches until they were gone. Something about the marinated vegetables, and the feta, and the fresh romaine lettuce made the Greek Roast Beef extraordinary. My friend and I are both very sharing kind of people so in hindsight it's very telling neither of us offered each other a bite! She just kept exclaiming how the artichoke was so delicious with the chicken and how she had never had banana peppers but she loved them in the sandwich... Sandwiches were about $16 each which felt pretty steep to be honest but in this case we got what we've paid for and we didn't regret it: and when you considered it was an hour drive on the highway before getting to the ferry, then a two hour ferry wait before the $13.30 to ride the ferry one way... That's saying something.

We stopped by on a Saturday afternoon to grab a sandwich for our friends wife and OMG the cookies here are so good! I seriously wish we had bought them all. We got a chocolate chip macadamia nut with coconut cookie and a peanut butter stuffed in between two chocolate chip cookies! Please ship to California because we can't stop thinking about them! We also got the pina colada shaved ice and i forgot what kind of berry smoothie my bf got. My bfs brother got a pickle and i forget what else they all got but no complaints from our group! Honestly this is really just a cookie post !

What a place. Great selection of hot and cold sandwiches for breakfast and lunch. Friendly staff and quick service, place was also quite clean. I got the Twisted Reuben sandwich which was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend.

Phenomenal food! Try the spicy italian. Small wait, worth calling in. Great beer selection.

Pickles deli serves delicious, freshly made sandwiches. We have never had a sandwich we didn't love! Great staff, always friendly no matter how busy they get!

Amazing. I ordered the build your own veggie sandwich. It's so nice they offer plant based mean options such at field roast and impossible meat. I opted for just veggies and cheese. Veggies were fresh and the bread tasted amazing. I also ordered their house made lemonade that was so refreshing. Staff was friendly and I love all of the pickle decor inside. I will definitely come back if I'm ever on Whidbey island again. FYI I didn't see the pickle flight on the menu, but they had several flavors of jumbo pickles available for purchase. I opted for the garlic and pepperocini pickle.

There is a large variety of sandwiches, and every one we've tried has been good. They have bowls and soups and salads but we haven't tried those. I always get one of their excellent pickles and also the kombucha. Fantastic place to eat.

I got a peanut butter and jelly sandwich wasn't great, they had big clumps of jelly in it staff are nice

After a long, busy day, we decided to order sandwiches from Pickles Deli. Their website indicated that they were open so we tried several times to place our order only to get "please leave your remote number" followed by a hang up. Great Service is NOT their middle name and their sandwiches aren't worth the price.

First time visiting whidbey on my own and stopped by the nearest lunch spot by the ferry. I love pickles and I love sandwiches so I was already excited when I saw Pickles Deli trending at the top of Yelp's list. I went right at 12 and was able to make it before the lunch rush that formed soon after I ordered. The decor is pickle themed and I loved seeing so much personality on the walls. They love their pickles and have 4 different flavored dill chips (I learned that chips is just pickle here btw)! I got the Spicy Italian Hot sandwich and when I unwrapped the packaging, the bread was just glittering. It had the perfect crust, crunch, and was super warm. My friend ordered the Classic Turkey and Bacon and was able to have a bite and I really liked it. Whenever I go to a deli, I try to always order the italian and this was really solid. I wish there was more shrettuce and red vinegar because it was a tad bit salty but it was all washed down with their draft kombucha. I would still come again and try other sandwiches. I actually liked my friends sandwich and would order that instead or maybe the pastrami?? Still overall a 9.5/10 experience and would make it a tradition to come here each time I come back to the island. This plaza is amazing btw. There's so much to explore with the bagel factory next door, the local pet store which feels more like a petting zoo (puppies, kittens, tropical birds, Komodo dragon??!) , and a cute thrift shop. There's also an icecream shop called Sprinklz I want to check out next time. Came on a sunny day so that just made the entire experience too.

Favorite breakfast item is the Monte Cristo. Favorites for lunch: salad is It's All Greek to Me, cold sandwich is Roast Beef & Havarti, hot sandwich is Twisted Reuben, for gluten free Buddha Bowl is Greek Power Bowl It's amazing how fast they are usually able to get their orders out when you see how many are in line

Great service and amazing food! Make sure to check the hours before going- they can be closed on some weekdays since there are not a lot of people on the island. The italian sandwich and ruban sandwich are me and my boyfriend's favorite!! It's such a good on the go meal, but the ambiance in the restaurant is great too!

Ok, this place is a must stop! We had a vacation home here for 20 years and just stopped off at this place for breakfast/lunch. Breakfast stops at 11 but that was not an issue. Their sandwiches here are TASTY! This is a quirky little island spot, cute and fun. The locals are lining up, so be prepared to wait .

The best sandwiches on the Island. The BELT is possibly the best sandwich I have ever had. Friendly, quick & competent service.

Stopped in after the ferry ride over from Mukilteo. Cute little deli in an unassuming shopping plaza. The line was very long and moved really slow. We ordered the Thanksgiving sandwich and two smoothies- all was really good! The sandwich was huge and tasted like Thanksgiving perfection. The smoothies were good- nothing to rave about (fairly certain she forgot my banana in my blueberry-banana). Overall- i highly recommended for the sandwich's alone!

Got a chicken Caesar garlic wrap since it doesn't get soggy after an hour. Ate it on the ferry home. Also for $1 I got the garlic pickle which is huge and tasty. Service was quick. There were at least 5 tables to sit at for dine in. Wouldn't mind going back to try the rest of their menu. They use Boars Head for their meat and cheese selection.

I love this place. The sandwiches are great and they always have a good selection of beer to go. Good cookies too! It's one of my favorite eats on the island to be sure. Staff are always cool. Perfect spot to grab take out for the ferry wait.

This was not the best experience I've had at Pickle's Deli. The lady taking our orders was not welcoming at all and seemed like she wasn't having the best day. I had gotten a fountain drink to go with my sandwich, and I was given a icy cooled glass cup which was very nice. But after I went to fill up my cup with some Diet Coke and took a sip I noticed that there wasn't any carbonation in the soda at all. I went back and tested all the other sodas and sure enough no carbonation. I ordered the Twisted Rueben, overall 3/5 in my opinion: very average for a Rueben sandwich I did like the bread though. My wife ordered the Tomato Basil Chicken Panini, which I took two bites of and both bites I got cold pieces of chicken while the rest of the sandwich was lukewarm. Not very much flavor at all either, 2/5. It had been a while since I'd been to Pickles Deli, and it will probably be another good amount of time before I go back.

There's a reason why this place won so many awards for best sandwiches - they're great! Was feeling a little bored and restless one drizzly Saturday so I decided to take the ferry over for a sandwich; some may say that's excessive but I say it's worth it. There was quite a line when I got there, though, so it took about 40 minutes to get in and out and be on my way with my sandwich. Ordered the Bluebird sandwich, chocolate chip cookie, and of course a quartered garlic pickle, then headed over to Fort Casey to eat with a view. The sandwich is incredibly tasty, and I love that the bread is soft and chewy, making it much easier to bite into when you're trying not to make a mess in your car. Mm, thinking about it makes me want to head back for another... Which might have to happen soon.

Food: huge portion sandwiches. Good shiet Service: took 20 minutes get food. 7 people ahead. Ambiance: just a deli Call ahead for pickup!!

Oh my gosh! We forgot just how good this place is! This morning we discovered that they even have breakfast So good check them out you won't be sorry

I love a good deli and pickles are a must with any sandwich; so when I saw that there was a deli on Whidbey Island and it was called Pickles, it felt like fate. We stopped in around 11am for lunch on a Saturday. It was moderately busy and definitely grew more busy as the lunch hour passed. They have a ton of options, we had someone who is gluten free and a vegetarian in our group and they both had no problem finding something. They also have a build your own sandwich option, just in case you can't find anything appealing on the menu. I went with their turkey and bacon sandwich, but cold instead of heated. It was everything I wanted it to be. It was HUGE with loads of meat, cheese, and toppings (including pickles). I paired it with a bag of chips and it was perfection. Everyone else enjoyed their sandwiches as well. Our only gripe was that the gluten free sandwich was much smaller than the rest, but I think that happens sometimes because the bread options just aren't as good, but it sucks to have to pay more for a smaller sandwich. I will absolutely make this a stop next time I'm in town!

Wow! One of THE BEST bahn mi sandwiches I've ever had! So full of flavors and the bread is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The assortment of pickles are also so good. Additionally, there cookies are so soft and the flavors also amazing! Definitely try this place! You won't be sorry!

FOOD: 3.0. Ingredients were fresh. - Banh Mi sandwich: 3.0. Given the description on the menu, I didn't expect it to be like a Banh Mi I would get in a Vietnamese restaurant, but the delta was greater than expected. (Should probably modify the name to better align expectations.) Bread was good, and the ingredients were fresh. Contained sliced luncheon meat. - Soup of the day: 3.0. Taste was rather sour, but acceptable. SERVICE: 3.5. Got it done in a business-like manner, without a smile. Met expectations. Two tree-shaded picnic tables in parking lot for outdoor dining; it was fine. Plenty of indoor seating.

OMG! So good. Got the club and it is bomb.. super kind and friendly at the counter. If I live here it would be hard to keep my weight down. Just saying....

Best deli sandwich I've ever had, it's expensive but worth it for the good quality bread and meats. Workers were friendly as well.

The most incompetent and inefficient service I've experienced in a very long time. Walked out. I've been here many times and was looking forward to it. This staff was awful except for one young man trying to help, but got bulldozed by the shouting aggressive women and the customer seated near me shaking his head in shock and agreeing with me that the staff was making simple communication absolutely nonexistence.

Absolutely amazing!! We came here for lunch today with a large group (4 adults and 5 kids) and had a wonderful experience. The staff was incredibly kind, efficient and hard working. The food was perfection. They had additional seating in the back which was fantastic for eating with kids in a quieter environment. Brava Pickles and your amazing staff. We will be back!

Pickles Deli is exactly what you'd want a deli shop to be: it has an extensive menu, many delicious options to choose from, freshly assembled behind the counter, etc. I usually get the Spicy Italian (heated), which I highly recommend - it's packed with flavor! The only downside (and the reason I'm knocking off a star) is the actual ordering process. It's tough to get through on the phone to place a phone order, and each time I've shown up to order in person, I've waited in line and then had the cashier walk away to do something else when I get to the front of the line. It's a bit frustrating, but once you actually place the order it takes about 10-15 minutes. If you visit Whidbey Island, this is a great option to stop by for lunch!

These sandwiches/wraps restored my faith in sandwiches (tried their July 4th BBQ special, the turkey & bacon, & the BLAT). When I want a sandwich, this is what I imagine. I was actually sad when I finished my sandwich. I am not exaggerating. There was a wait as it was lunch hour, but as many people have said it was reasonable & totally worth it, & the staff are clearly working hard & are such nice people even when it was busy. Cant wait to be a repeat customer.

bacon and egg breakfast sandwiches look amazing. busy local hangout who claim everything is good.

We grab a sandwich and pickle from when it fits with the ferry commute. Big menu and good flavors. Support the local shop!

On our way off the Island my husband and I wanted to grab a quick lunch and Pickles Deli wasthe perfect spot. My husband and I are vegetarian, and they had really good options for us! I had the greek salad and my husband had one of the sandwiches with Field Roast that was oh so good. The customer service was top notch, the choices awesome with soup, salad and sandwich options and the pickles, well what can I say were the best! My hats are off to them for offering a vegetarian soup and all the options for meat and vegetarians alike. Stop by you will love it.

Been here many times and always leaving satisfied. This time we got the Friday After Thanksgiving which did not disappoint better than any Turkey sandwiches you can get anywhere. Portions very filling. Must try if you are in Whidbey.

A delightful deli at the south end of Whidbey, we stumbled across this partially because everything else south side was closed, but also because a good sandwich solves all, right? While everything looks good, I especially appreciated the opportunity to sub Field Roast vegan sausage for any meats on any sandwich. I got the Bahn Mi with Field Roast and it was honestly the best sandwich I've had in awhile. House made sauce and a sandwich big enough to fill me up for a day? I'll be back very soon.

There were four staff serving three tables, and it was quite a long wait for our food. We were pretty surprised by some of the language we heard the staff using among themselves, and when we were trying to order (at the counter) the staff were so busy talking to one another it wasn't easy to put the order in. Then it was wrong. Not a great experience. Oh, well, there's a good sandwich to be had at the grocery store deli counter next door.

Ah-Mazing Sandwich's. It's a long drive but if you go then stop at Pickles. We had to order a bunch to go cause we wanted to try it all.

Hands down best sandwiches around! Local or passing through, it's a must stop. We're here at least twice a week. The spicy Italian is our favorite. Staff is over the top friendly! Pickles forever!

Delicious selection of sandwiches, salads, and snacks! I want to stop here every time I'm on Whidbey Island!

Got the spicy Italian and it was everything and more that I wanted, the bread had the perfect crunch as well! Can't wait to visit again!

I love the food at this place. I look forward to different sandwiches for weeks until I can get back here. Over the years we have tried most of the sandwiches and have never been disappointed with the food. The reason this is a four star review is the service is ok. They do get busy and while I understand that there will be a wait being ignored for 3-5 minutes is annoying. Also double check your to go orders before you leave. This review is to encourage you to try it out. I bring my out of town friends and they make sure to stop in whenever they visit. However, make sure you have plenty of time to order and wait for your food or call ahead. My favorite is the Ruben!

Came in yesterday around 10:50, reviewed menu, stood at the counter for a few more minutes before finally being greeted. Ordered the breakfast sandwich and was told they quit serving them at 11. It was still prior to 11? Check your watch before losing customers. There were two other people in the whole place. Greenbank Pantry and Deli 100% going forward and they appreciate your business!

I had a "sultry organic sandwich" of sharp cheese and fresh tomatoes on rustic bread with some awesome bean soup. They work their tails off there and are all business with a bit of charm. Nice beer choices and wine with drinks for the kiddos. Best sandwiches around. 5 STARS Pickles Crew!

Plan ahead. There's a line. They probably have a line when they're closed. This place seriously rules the roost for sandwiches--there are only so many truly amazing sandwich places around, and that's for 100 miles in any direction. Not just on the island. These guys hold their own with all the best of them, on or off the island. So, yeah. There's a line. We've been parking here and getting bagels for a while, and it took until yesterday to finally try a sandwich next door. The menu reels you in long before you ever get to the counter--in fact, we combed through the whole menu on the way to the ferry, while waiting for the ferry, and while we were on the ferry. There are so many classic sandwiches with so many creative details that even on paper, you can barely make up your mind. It took us all that time on the road before we got there before we finally settled on an order. We walk in and the line goes all down the counter, through the room on the kitchen side, and then back through the dining room, almost to the sidewalk. And this is at 2:00 in the afternoon. We though the lunch rush would die off before we got there. Nope! Every table was taken. We scored a table before placing our order (teamwork!) and got sandwiches, chips, and pickles. You notice before you even walk in that this place is a key account for Boar's Head Meats--they have the umbrellas, the neon, all the BH schwag a supplier could send. Pretty much every sandwich here uses BH, which is A-Okay with me. The quality is always good with their stuff. Pickles also uses BH pickles, and brines them for a while with peppercorns or pepperoncini, garlic, jalapeno, or another adjunct for added flavor. They had 5 up yesterday and we tried one of each--huge pickles, just a buck. They were all good, but the added flavors from the extra soaking were subtle. They were basically like good supermarket dills, just bigger. Worth it. The sandwiches were incredible. Toasty soft bread, big flavors. We got the Smoky Beast and the Spicy Italian, both served hot. The Beast had lots of earthy, creamy, umami notes. They really put a ton of gorgonzola on it. The Italian was amazing, just a classic cold-cut Dagwood sandwich piled up. So satisfying. With iced teas and bags of Kettle chips and a 20% tip, we were out the door for under $50. Pretty amazing for the quality, especially considering there's still at least half of every pickle in the fridge here at home. This place will be easy to hit again and again.

So, I totally know that businesses, especially in tourist areas, are slammed and struggling. I am not docking them any points for not picking up their phone or having a bit of a wait. You can tell the sandwich makers are working really hard and deserve all the tips. The sandwiches, however, are just okay. My spouse got a panini that ended up not being pressed or toasted. The ingredients were there and fine but part of the reason you get a panini is because it's pressed and warm. I got a club sandwich which I have gotten before but it was like this time it was all bread and one thin slice of each kind of meat and one piece of bacon. It was kind of like a bread sandwich with a meat accent. I've gone to this place a few other times over the years and would say that it suffers from a lack of consistency. But hey, check out the other reviews - it seems like most of the time they get things right!

The food is beyond amazing, this is the only place in whidbey Island I'm going to have lunch and dinner from now on! They are closed on Sunday's though. The crunchy pickles are the must! I recommend it!

Best sandwiches anywhere ! Ever ! What a line-up and creative tastes Of course - pickles of all kinds

Better than average sandwich shop on Whidbey Island. I've sampled several of their sandwiches over the years. They are consistently good, well prepared and served in a timely manner. Occasionally, they get bogged down at lunch which is their busy time. I'm sure they're having trouble getting good help like everyone else. That said several of the workers have been there for a few years, at least. So, management must be doing right by them. Give them a try. If you enjoy a good sandwich, you'll like Pickles.