The guys at the deli counter served two customers who arrived in line after me. It wasn't clear if they were using their numbering system or not so I took a number. When it was my turn I asked for the daily special. Two guys had some banter with each other whether or not they should make a sandwich for me. Finally they said "the hot ...

Bay Cities is a classic down to earth little deli nestled right into Santa Monica, CA. It is by far my favorite place to eat west of Philidelphia. Great people, service, and a east cost market-like atmosphere make it a superb place. The sandwiches are fresh and done right; which is hard to find in Los Angeles. True Italian roots. Gratzi Bay Cities, Gratzi!

I love the subs & sandwiches at this place. They're perhaps the best I've ever eaten. However, I have one small gripe: Taking the subs home and eating them perhaps a couple hours later, I find the bread soggy in spots - not the entire bread but just a spot or two here and there. Bread should be toasty & crisp. How to remedy this problem?

Good: Wonderful chewy freshly-baked bread and a vast assortment of salads and condiments make for some gourmet sandwich-eating. Huge selection of imported Italian foods and snacks. An excellent cheese counter. Hot foods are great, too, like lasagna and meatball sandwiches. Some very nice desserts. Local source for Dr. Bob's ice creams (the ...