South Coast Deli-Patterson

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Santa Barbara

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Popular deli in Santa Barbara offers creative, large sandwiches and fresh salads with a casual, friendly vibe and compelling prices.

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South Coast Deli-Patterson

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Enjoy hefty sandwiches, creative paninis, and fresh salads at South Coast Deli-Patterson. Convenient parking and wheelchair accessible.

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South Coast Deli-Patterson serves hefty sandwiches and fresh salads with inventive flavor combinations in a casual, welcoming environment.

Guests enjoy dine-in, takeout, and delivery services, along with wheelchair accessibility and free parking, making it a convenient choice for lunch or brunch.

What to Expect:

    🥪 Signature large sandwiches with creative recipes
    🥗 Fresh salads with homemade dressings
    📱 Options for dine-in, takeout, delivery, and online ordering
    🚗 Free parking lot and street parking nearby

Important Information:

    Open Monday to Friday 9 AM to 4 PM, Saturday 11 AM to 4 PM, closed Sundays
    Vegetarian and vegan options available
    Wheelchair accessible entrance, restrooms, and parking
    Some parking difficulty during peak lunchtime hours

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📍 Local Insights

🥪 Must-Try Sandwich: The South Coast Turkey and T’N A Panini are local favorites famed for their flavors and hearty portions.

🕒 Beat the Crowd: Ordering ahead online is recommended during busy lunch hours to avoid waits.

🌱 Vegan Options: The 'Tall dark and vegan' panini offers a tasty plant-based choice appreciated by many visitors.

🚗 Parking Tips: Free parking is available but can be tricky during peak lunch times; consider arriving early or later to find spots easily.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Saturday: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

👉 Best For

Lunch crowds, sandwich lovers, families, casual dining

South Coast Deli-Patterson

185 S Patterson Ave
,
Santa Barbara
,
CA
93111

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
South Coast Deli-Patterson is praised for its generous portions of creative, delicious sandwiches and fresh salads. The friendly atmosphere and varied service options impress guests, though some note occasional challenges with parking and mixed experiences with staff service.

Last updated on

January 9th, 2026

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What You'll Find

Turkey Sandwich, Chicken Buffalo Sammie, Paninis, Cobb Salad, Tri Tip Sandwich, Roast Beef Sandwich, Pesto, Avocado, Italian Chopped Salad, Vegan Panini, Gluten-Free Bread Options

📆 Best Times to Visit

Lunch hours from 11 AM to 1 PM are busiest; order ahead online to avoid wait times; weekdays are less crowded than weekends; vegan options are highly recommended.
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