The Deli Lama

This location is a bit off the beaten path, but it is definitely a gem. I was referred to come for a quick bite in the area. Parking is a bit difficult, but you should be able to make due since their service is very quick. The people who come here seem to be routine workers in the area. You hear conversations continuing from the other day or greetings on a first name basis. I wanted to get something a little lighter, so I ordered a Caesar chicken wrap. When I got it, I was shocked at how big it was. It was delicious and I ended up finishing it. It came with a ton of greens and slices of chicken that makes you wonder how they stuff it all in there. The chef is a pro at making these wraps. There were plenty of other burgers and sandwiches that I’m sure are much more popular than the Cesar wrap. They all sound very good, and I would recommend detouring to come here. Cashier is very friendly. And the cook helped show me where the bathroom was. All awesome and nice people who you just want to support with your business.

The Deli Lama is a true hidden gem! The food is absolutely delicious, the portions are generous, and everything comes out fast. The entire staff is friendly and welcoming, making the experience even better. Don’t let the outside fool you — this place is worth the visit!

Great breakfast burrito! We will be back.

Breakfast burrito here competes strongly against the one in Al Carajo in the mission. It is an absolute gem of a place - the staff is really chill, the food is delicious, and they do accept credit card so don’t need cash. Deli Lama has taught me that a good breakfast burrito needs good sauce and flavor inside. Tater tots give an amazing texture and crunch. The flavoring exploded in my mouth with every bite and you don’t need extra hot sauce! I got the Chorizo. I got this burrito at 6am in the morning on the way to SFO and as I was in the air, I kept dreaming about the delicious burrito. I’ll def come back

Great secret little breakfast and lunch place. Fast service for take out or casual indoor seating. The TBA sandwich is awesome. First opened 11 years ago. Jimmy, the friendly new owner, took over November 2020. It’s located in SF’s warehouse neighborhood with the new SF police forensics lab about to open right across the street. In other words, the neighborhood looks a little sketchy, but is safe. Super convenient to the Cesar Chavez exit off 280 or 101. You can find free street parking within a block or two. Currently cash only, but Jimmy says he’ll be taking credit cards before the end of 2021.

The cheese steaks are super delicious Definitely recommend to get lunch here

The lady that took my order was friendly & patient, and the burger, fries & coffee I had were great! The Hamburger is a big burger, and I would suggest getting all the fixings (mayo, mustard, etc), as I think they really make it complete. They made lunch time a happy time for this guy. :D Edit: Looking at other reviews, I should mention that they do take both card & cash here. There's also an ATM, if you need it. :)

I ordered breakfast for a corporate two-day offsite with my executives. Jimmy had me at "I got you" which was his response when I was running late and he was setting up on his own in the meeting room. Now as far as the food is concerned. This breakfast was awesome! From the creamiest and delicious yogurt I've ever tasted to the yummy charcuterie, to cage free hard boiled eggs, everything was delicious and fresh. There was something for everyone! This is a great selection for folks who are focused nutrition. Thank you Jimmy!

This location is a bit off the beaten path, but it is definitely a gem. I was referred to come for a quick bite in the area. Parking is a bit difficult, but you should be able to make due since their service is very quick. The people who come here seem to be routine workers in the area. You hear conversations continuing from the other day or greetings on a first name basis. I wanted to get something a little lighter, so I ordered a Caesar chicken wrap. When I got it, I was shocked at how big it was. It was delicious and I ended up finishing it. It came with a ton of greens and slices of chicken that makes you wonder how they stuff it all in there. The chef is a pro at making these wraps. There were plenty of other burgers and sandwiches that I'm sure are much more popular than the Cesar wrap. They all sound very good, and I would recommend detouring to come here. Cashier is very friendly. And the cook helped show me where the bathroom was. All awesome and nice people who you just want to support with your business.

Great location with friendly people. I've seen this location every time I work on Toland so I decided to check it out. Ordered a sausage egg and cheese on sourdough bread with cream cheese. They grilled the bread a bit and made it crispy which made the sandwich even better. Great spot to stop by and grab a quick bite if you're craving a nice breakfast sandwich.

Fricking amazing! I only had a chicken caesar wrap, but it was so huge, and not just lettuce, and only for $10.50! It was really tasty. Also the staff were very nice, a huge plus in the industrial neighborhood. Nice open space that's quiet. I'm looking forward to my next visit.

amazing sandwiches here and a great selection from the fryer. Whether you want a sandwich, a burrito, a wrap, or a burger they have it. Prices aren't bad either.

If you find yourself in the area or happen to have time during their somewhat limited hours (weekdays only, til 2pm- tell your tech or federally-funded friend who just got laid off), definitely give this place a try! I came here for the breakfast burrito which I'd heard about on TikTok and it did not disappoint. Gooey cheese, crunchy tots (even after taking it to-go and eating it ~30 min later), and very full of my meat of choice (bacon). I've never had so much bacon in my breakfast burrito, which was such a delightful surprise. Parking was easy (I parked right in front), it seemed to be ok to bring my dog in, the woman who helped me was super nice and friendly, and the wait was pretty quick. The place itself is no frills, just a standard lunch spot. And wow the price! I think (?) it was $11 before tax and tip. Fantastic and rare price for a breakfast burrito that size, with that much meat, in SF. Oh and breakfast burritos are served til 10:30am! Credit cards accepted. I'll definitely try to come by next time my schedule aligns!!

Every item it's generous and on point. The staff is always hella nice. The pastrami Reuben is delicious and my go to. The cheeseburger and turkey melt are also really good. Luv it here, wish they were open on weekends. All good, i have something to look forward to during the work week

I went after hearing great things about their breakfast burrito and was quite pleased. The best part of the burrito were the crispy tatter tots. The eggs are cooked and folded like sheets so there is a bounce when you bite into the burrito. It's a bit of a commute depending on where you're located and the hours for breakfast end at 10:30am, but I don't regret making the commute over.

Tucked into Potrero hill, the Deli Lama is a local spot for a great lunch and an absolutely delicious breakfast burrito! Breakfast is till 10:30AM so keep that in mind. The service was quick and very kind. I appreciate the staff going above and beyond! I got a sausage breakfast burrito, it was big, very thicccc. It's packed with 3 eggs, sausage, tots, salsa, cheese. The cheese pull as soon as I got the burrito fresh was amazing. It's a little greasy, but I really like it! I had to save half because it was so good and big. I'm really happy with my experience, there's lots of seating. There's a 3% charge with credit so bring cash! I recommend this spot for a great, affordable breakfast/lunch!

The Deli Lama is in a warehouse area, so if I wasn't working in that area I would probably not find it, but I'm so glad my work partner knew of it. I ordered a chicken shawarma wrap and it was delicious! It was big and chock full of chicken, cucumbers, hummus, and lettuce, so I only ate half of it. I took all the cucumbers and lettuce out of it the next day, reheated it in the microwave, put the veggies back in, and it was still delicious! My friend and I shared the garlic fries, too, and they were also delicious. I would definitely go back to this place again!

Solid sandwich! Super friendly staff that was very kind to my friend, all other patrons, and myself. Cheesesteak sandwich was a great size, cooked perfectly, seasoned well, and included a bunch of toppings that you could ask to remove if you wanted to. Great sandwich stop if you're near the area.

I've tried a lot of breakfast burritos in my lifetime. I must say this is definitely my favorite one so far. The eggs were nice a fluffy. The tater tots were crispy. The sausage was full of flavor. The cheese was nice and gooey. I got the perfect cheese pull. The hot sauce was spicy but not to point where it made the burrito inedible. When I ordered, they did let me know there was a 15 order wait because someone had just placed a big order. It was worth the wait. The first bite was steaming hot but so worth almost burning my mouth for. Something about this breakfast burrito really hit the spot.

This has become our office go-to. The portions are big, the food is good and you can get in and out quickly. Parking is ok, just make sure that you lock your car.

I had the turkey sausage breakfast burrito, which was excellent. The dish was generous and rather filling. I got my order via doordash and the burrito was still warm- the other things that I ordered were in mint condition. I would visit in person next time. Thanks Deli Lama!

Great spot. Clearly a locals spot, in that it's just a bunch of people who work nearby stopping for a filling breakfast bite. Not too much seating, honestly a bit dirty with a lot of flies buzzing around, but the kitchen area seemed nice and tidy, which is what's important. There's definitely a bit of a wait cause it's just one dude manning the grill, with a constant stream of people ordering, but nothing egregious. I got the breakfast burrito with chorizo, and just bomb. Simple, HUGE, and chorizo was really flavorful. Eggs were nice and fluffy, and everything just came together well. Highly recommend, and for the 12 bucks I paid, so worth it.

Cool atmosphere. GREAT food, so glad I stopped here on break. Adding this to my library of good eats.

Wow, this breakfast burrito really hit the spot. The chorizo was nice and flavorful, and the cheese in the burrito makes it really gooey. The tater tots was a great touch of crunch to each bite as well. The eggs were nice and fluffy and overall this burrito had great texture and good flavor. I definitely would come back and get another breakfast burrito happily. The workers were extremely nice as well here.

Clean and casual eatery with a bit of seating inside and friendly staff. Ordered the chicken and bacon ranch wrap for take out, and it was ready in less than 10 minutes. It was pretty much a burrito filled with tasty ingredients like chicken, bacon, veggies, and melted cheddar, but the combination of flavors didn't go well together IMO, for instance, grilled peppers and onions, with fresh lettuce, and ranch. It wasn't bad, just different. If I returned, I'd probably select something else off the menu. Too bad they stop serving breakfast items early (no breakfast after 10:30am), especially with such limited business hours, it's a bit inconvenient for me.

This place is hidden in a pretty industrial area, but if you happen to be or work nearby, it's an amazing lunch spot. Inside is a little dirty, but it feels like a family run spot that the local construction workers go to. We got a Reuben and a TBLT, and we felt that the sandwich size to price proportion was great! They tasted great as well.

I would not order a BLT again because it's more "L" than anything. A whole lot of lettuce and with hardly any bacon!

Have only tried the steak breakfast burrito, but both times it was very good. The place can get pretty busy during the morning but I think they do a really good job at getting orders out efficiently. This place is located on a busy street with limited parking so be prepared.

So this is my second time coming here and I'm so glad I found this little hole in the wall gem. If you know this area there aren't many places to eat. The first time I found this spot was off of yelp. It had great reviews too so I figured what the heck. The place has some parking outside, indoor seating a few tables with their roll up door open so you get the fresh air, no bathrooms at least that I saw. But the workers here are so friendly and welcoming. They talk to you about your day and recommend their specials. So looking over the menu I went ahead and ordered the T.B.A melt which was done within 5 minutes. Oh ya I also got fries like a fatty. I got my food and wow the portions were not small the sandwich was huge with lots of avocados in it and meat. It was so good I couldn't eat the whole thing only half of it. Then the fries were delicious as well. I definitely had to come try this place out again. Well here I am for breakfast lol since they have a breakfast menu I ordered the chorizo breakfast burrito. It comes with tater tots inside so they definitely know the way to my heart. The burrito was big as well and flavor was on point, using that real fresh chorizo. There is nothing like having a freshly made burrito, it was delicious. I definitely recommend trying this spot out, it didn't disappoint.

Hot and Fresh Breakfast Burrito. Busy place in a very industrial part of the City. 10am in the morning I heard a lot of cheesesteaks being ordered.

ordered a hamburger-fries-terrible-all salt-shredded lettuce-no flavor-fries were deep fried--w old stale grease-place is a grease pit-nasty-forget this place

go-to sandwich spot for just a good deli sandwich. I've never actually gotten a drink here, but from the looks of the drink wall they also have a really good selection of stuff.

In the industrial area of Bayview-Hunters Point, the Deli Lama serves the working community with a large menu of items for breakfast and lunch. They are cash only and have ATM on site, if you forget. I've been here a few times now and each time trying something new. I have had the Chicken Shawarma, Turkey Sandwich and salads. Everything I have ordered was great, so I keep coming back to try other items. Another reason why I love coming here is the friendly staff and the quickness of the kitchen. By the time you order and pay for your meal, move down to wait for your meal and it's done within minutes.

Amazing salads! Hearty and yummy. Love these for a filling and nutritious lunch. Haven't tried their sandwiches but if their salads are a reflection of their quality I'd say they're just as great.

Hands down one of the best breakfast burritos in town!! Along with other delicious food! Try it!

The owner was an outstanding job at hosting us. The breakfast sandwich and breakfast burrito we ordered was outstanding! We drove 7 hours and had to stop here! We will be coming back!!!!

I tried the sausage breakfast burrito and glazed raised donut and both were excellent.

Great selection of hot & cold sandwiches & salads, candy, chips & drinks selection. Extra crispy tater tots always hit the spot! Breakfast burritos, etc. Really nice staff as well super fast service. Highly recommend!

Very good spot, a good lunch to catch. I really mess with the wraps! They go a little crazy, a good size too. Very nice service as well.

I had a turkey burger with Swiss cheese, bacon & avocado and everything on it. The burger was delicious and juicy. I didn't have to put any condiments it. Service was great. It's a nice lunch spot.

My sandwich my veggie delight was cool, but it only had mushrooms and spinach, when it says veggies I am not sure what veggies because I only had mushrooms and spinach. It was alright but it was enough mushrooms are spinach on my sandwich so that was disappointing, but the service is amazing. The guy at the register is amazing!!!

The food, the service are OUTSTANDING!!In this place your order will always be your way . Delicious a hidden treasure

Looking for the most fire breakfast sandwich in the neighborhood. It's a no frills type of place. Simple, good, tasty eats. Family owned and operated so you know your money is going to the right place! Get down there!

The Last Real Deli In San Francisco if you've never worked a black-collar job, off the books or on third shift i don't care what your opinion of this place is. but if you've ever sweat for cash tips or had to pull your sweat-stained Ben Davis's on at 4:30am to go pull another double you know the brilliance of the Deli Lama. stand in line, wait your turn; know what the hell you want when you get to the register. no, it's not fancy--there's no kale, there's no açai bowl. but you can get the best goddamn turkey and avocado with sprouts and pepper jack on sourdough for less than $12 and if you don't know what that means to the City then you should just head back to Burlingame. real food, real Frisco. argue with your mother.

Sandwiches are awesome! Always pleasantly pleased! Great fast service. Can't wait to go back!

Ordered over the phone and was greeted with a friendly hello. Placed my phone order and it was promptly ready for pick up. Got the walnut Bleu cheese salad and added fried chicken....it was absolute fire. Generous portions and great flavors due to the evidently fresh ingredients. I haven't tried anything else on the menu yet, though due to the quality and flavors, will now make it a mission to do so.

Good food, very convenient for where I work at and the area. Staff is very friendly. Prices are a bit on the higher end but for being one of the only deli's in the area i understand.

Ordered my $10 breakfast burrito over the phone... I drive to the establishment, stand in the PICK-UP line.... The cashier woman ask me if I'm picking up... I say yes, then she asks me to move to the order line which is 5 customers deep....... What's the point of having a pick up window if I gotta stand In the order line????????? Slow ass service. This shit would not fly in NYC.. then again, SF is no NYC

Every time I go in there the food is so fresh so great great customer service hamburgers are out of this world tater tots oh how I love the tater tot's brings me back to my childhood

I had tried this place out because I love the play on words for the name and it's only about 5 minutes from my job. When I tell you this place never disappoints! Sandwiches are delicious and more than enough to fill you up. Fries are always yummy and fresh. I've also tried some of the wraps and I really like them as well. This place is great and I definitely recommend!

Good food for a good price in the Blue-collar industrial part of the city. I suggest the real ham and cheese or their cheesesteak

This is a working mans sandwich shop! There is no pretense here, just good subs served fast. Their cheesesteak while nothing like Philly is outstanding. Great flavor and really juicy.

I guess having it on the map subjects them to a rating just by walking. Never eaten there but many people I work with have. I haven't heard anybody say it was nasty and it does smell good when you walk by. Maybe I'll either this week and change my review

Got the TSA on Dutch crunch and it was absolutely delicious. One of my favorite deli sandwiches. I was only able to eat half and saved the rest for later since it was pretty filling. This place is cash only but does doordash and has an atm on-site.

Great value. Yummy food that is actually affordable. Quick pickup and very nice staff.

Waiting to get my car fixed, someone was eating a sandwich that smelled delicious and after looking at the reviews I decided to head over there myself. OMG was it delicious. Thinking I was going to get a basic deli sandwich I was wrong! The sandwich is toasted or grilled giving it an extra "pop" of flavor. Definitely a treat and I may have to go out of my way even if I'm not fixing my car to get one of these again.

"Excess is not a necessity. Unless the topic is the toppings on a cold cut Sammy. Then we have pepperoncini in the vicinity." "Compassion is to not ration your passion. Sandwiches are only seven dollars so heaven hollers. Our gates open for lightweight coin purse for the dollar thirst." "Your choice is your voice. Chatter for the cheddar, audio jack for the pepperjack, and shout through the microphone for the provolone." "Emotions swirl and twirl in the game between boys and girls. Seen clearly by the enlightened eye, human ties are like Curly Fries." "An army of pastrami alone is formidable. But it is with rye on its sides that it reaches its pinnacle." -The Deli Lama of High Altitude Studios, a make-belief Tibetan label