Sandwiches: Your Must-Visit Lunch Destinations in Palm Springs

Let's be honest: no vacation is complete without discovering the perfect sandwich spot. Whether you're refueling after a morning hike in the San Jacinto Mountains, need a quick bite between poolside lounging sessions, or want to pack the perfect picnic for a day exploring the desert, Palm Springs has a sandwich scene that punches way above its weight.

So grab your sunglasses, work up an appetite, and get ready to discover where Palm Springs' locals go when they need their sandwich fix. Trust us, after a few bites at any of these spots, you'll understand why people keep coming back to this desert paradise, and it's not just for the sunshine.

The Sandwich Spot

The Sandwich Spot is famous for its freshly baked bread and creative flavor combinations, making it a local favorite and a must-visit for sandwich lovers exploring Palm Springs.

Location & Hours

Address: 276 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Phone: (760) 778-7900

Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Website: www.sandwichspotps.com

Why Visit?

Located in the Henry Frank Arcade across from the Hyatt Palm Springs, this tucked-away spot offers indoor seating and outdoor patio dining. Regulars particularly love the Dutch crunch roll, and visitors praise the tennis-themed décor that adds extra charm.

Sherman's Deli & Bakery ⭐ Local Legend

401 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Phone: (760) 325-1199

Hours: Daily, 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Website: shermansdeli.com

Why Visit: A Palm Springs landmark since 1963, this New York-style family restaurant offers an extensive menu with more than 40 sandwich favorites, including hot corned beef piled high on rye bread. Featured on Guy Fieri's "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," Sherman's is known for its top-notch pastrami and classic Reuben. Don't miss their fresh-baked goods daily!

The Real Italian Deli

100 S Sunrise Way, Suite B, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Phone: (760) 325-3800

Hours:

Monday-Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday-Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Yelp

Website: therealitaliandeli.com

Why Visit: Like taking an instant vacation to a small Italian village where mama and papa are baking bread, making homemade pesto, and slicing tasty prosciutto. They bake over 15 varieties of bread daily, all starting with a mother starter flown in from Italy.

Must-Try: The Spicy Combo (mortadella, spicy capicola, spicy Calabrese salami, provolone, lettuce, tomato, and balsamic glaze on a torpedo roll) and The Parma (thinly sliced prosciutto, mozzarella, arugula, tomato, and EVOO on focaccia)

TKB Bakery & Deli🏆 Award Winner

Location:

45334 Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA 92201 (about 20 minutes from Palm Springs)

Phone: (760) 775-8330

Hours:

Monday-Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website: tkbbakery.com

Why Visit: Named Yelp's #1 Restaurant in America in 2018!  TKB has been churning out excellent baked goods for the local community for 20 years. Their fan-favorite "The Trump" is piled high with turkey, salami, bacon, avocado, and chipotle sauce on homemade focaccia bread – they even stuff potato chips between the bread. Bonus: Mention Yelp and get a free cookie with your sandwich purchase!

Native Foods Cafe 🌱 Plant-Based Paradise

Location:

1175 E Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264

Website: nativefoods.com

Why Visit: Not all great sandwiches have to be made with meat! Native Foods does incredible things with tempeh, seitan, and tofu. Feast on a bacon cheeseburger, bacon ranch chicken burger, or a reuben, and you might be tempted to go meatless – at least from time to time.

Perfect For: Vegetarians, vegans, and anyone curious about elevated plant-based cuisine

Bonus Mentions:

Jensen's Foods - Multiple Palm Springs locations offering custom deli sandwiches with Boar's Head meats

Bristol Farms - Upscale market with an excellent deli counter

Go Deli Market (inside Desert Wine & Spirits) - Fresh Boar's Head sandwiches with creative daily specials.

Each of these spots offers something unique: from old-school Jewish delis to authentic Italian to award-winning bakery sandwiches. You really can't go wrong!