Well now, let me spin you a tale about a curious little spot tucked away in San Francisco's Tenderloin district, a place by the name of Deli Shack. Were it not for the sweet serendipity of proximity, I might never have stumbled upon it--just another speck amid the cacophony of convenience stores littering the neighborhood. But fortune smiles on the curious, does it not? And so, here I am, singing its praises like a bard of old. From the moment you step inside, it's as if the place whispers, "Hoş geldiniz," welcoming you like an old friend. The air carries neither the staleness of neglect nor the acrid tang of too much bleach--it's just clean, inviting, and uncluttered, like a room someone actually cares about. Their wares are modest, a testament to the adage that less can indeed be more. The real treasures here are bottled, mind you--rows of kombucha for the health-conscious, and an impressive variety of Diet Dr Pepper and Diet Canada Dry for those whose hearts beat to the rhythm of effervescence. It's the kind of selection that makes a man ponder life's finer comforts, like soda that dances on the tongue. Ah, but the counter! That's where the heart of the operation resides, adorned with sweets of Turkish persuasion. Now, I must confess, Turkish delight has betrayed me in the past, and I eyed it here with the suspicion one reserves for an old adversary. But the baklava? Ay Allah, the baklava! Layers so delicate they might have been spun by celestial hands, and flavors so rich you'd swear they came straight from heaven's pantry. They've even gone so far as to differentiate between the factory-made variety and the family-made creations--a small touch, but a thoughtful one. You've got to respect the honesty. The service? Well, let me put it this way: if the folks behind the counter had been running the Ottoman Empire, it might still be standing today. Polite, warm, and efficient, they make you feel like your presence is not just noticed but appreciated. If I have one wish, it's that they'd expand their offerings to include fresh produce--cantaloupe, beans, the kind of earthy goods that nourish both body and soul. But expansion is a tricky beast, and sometimes it's better to stay true to what you're good at. So there you have it, my five-star ode to Deli Shack. If you're wandering the Tenderloin, craving a Diet Dr Pepper, or longing for a baklava that whispers sweet nothings to your taste buds, stop by. And if you don't, well, dostum, that's your loss.

Great spot for sandwiches, coffee, pastries and ice cream! Exactly sandwiches with a great selection of options. There's also a small grocery section.

Went right before closing. Great staff. Very friendly. Variety of products outside of the sandwiches. Made a nice cup of tea to go. Took their time serving us. Definitely recommend going here. .

This place is a really great addition to the neighborhood! It's nicely done inside, but not snobby or overly fancy. There's a decent amount of space and even a couple of cafe tables if you want to sit. The guy at the counter who made my sandwich was really friendly and professional. They have a great selection of actually affordable (for SF) sandwiches with Boar's Head meats, salads, sides, Double Rainbow ice creams, snacks, soft drinks, and coffee. I got a Shack Stack on Dutch Crunch from the sandwich menu since it has a little of everything; I added in mustard and "Fiery Chipotle Gourmaise" for good measure and it was actually a little spicy. They toasted it so the cheese could melt, too. It was a solid sandwich at a great price! There aren't really places to grab an ice cream cone around here so that's a good reason to stop by. I hope they stick around.

I had some sort of turkey combo which was pretty solid. But this is a tough spot to sling sandwiches because Outta Sight down the block has some of the best sandwiches in the City right now and the other halal market on the corner Turk and Larkin is probably a bit better as well. So it's hard to say what exactly is the niche this place can fill.

The Deli Shack has been open for a few months now. Today I dropped by to order a sandwich. You have to order at the cash register instead of the deli counter. Sandwich came out quick. It was slightly heated as well. The sandwich was good although they don't pack in the meat like the other deli up the block. Deli is clean. They have limited groceries on one side of the store.

The most clean,amazing place. Friendly, quite shop. The food test so delicious Variety of Cookies and Juice. The best Ice cream and Milkshake ever

Much in the same spirit as SF OrganiCA on the next block, this combo deli, sandwich shop, and mini-market is daring to challenge the status quo and present a welcome sight on an otherwise tough stretch of Larkin Street in the Tenderloin. It was a sunny space, very well maintained, and the staff matched the decor. Although they made quite a few sandwiches, I was in the mood for something lighter and ordered the $4.99 Caesar Salad to go. The expected mix of romaine, croutons, Parmesan, and Caesar dressing just hit the spot when I got home (photo: https://yelp.to/Kf2Jc1VPuk). I wish them much success because the Tenderloin needs them. FOOD - 4.5 stars...a fine Caesar salad and a generous portion AMBIANCE - 5 stars...really stands out on Larkin SERVICE - 5 stars...it's all in the attitude TOTAL - 5 stars...a deli that delights, keep it up RELATED - Exploring the Tenderloin? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2NIQ0tw

Another great food addition to the TL and much needed when so many places in the area are closing. Deli Shack is a place to get sandwiches, salads, coffee, and snacks. It's also the only place in the area where you can get ice cream cones and sundaes. I got one of their signature sandwiches today and it was yummy! I got the Stack Shack with no onions on sourdough. The pepper in the turkey gave it a bit of heat which I liked. The bread was soft and easy to bite into. It was around $14 with tip, standard now for SF, and with the price. I could've saved the other half for later but I was hungry so I ate it all. I usually eat while working, but it did take me about an hour to finish it. I glanced at their ice cream section while waiting for my sandwich and it looks like they have classic flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and cookies n cream. I would totally get a scoop here if I was craving ice cream. One of the employees asked if I wanted to try their coffee and sadly I had to decline. But it smelled so good!! I'm pretty sensitive to caffeine so I prefer to drink it early in the morning. But I will definitely have to get it next time. Seriously, I'm so happy that another lunch option has popped up in that area of Larkin. I wish Deli Shack the best of luck! Definitely check them out!