Crema's Take
“Brown Bag makes sandwiches that punch way above their casual strip-mall setting—think fresh, quality ingredients assembled with real care on excellent bread, whether you're grabbing Ron's Little Italian or the standout Courtney's Caprese. It's the kind of spot that turns a road trip pit stop into a genuine highlight, with service from genuinely friendly staff who treat each order like it matters. If you're driving through Palm Desert and want something that tastes homemade rather than mass-produced, this is exactly where to stop.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. Quick-grab spot. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Looked under specialty sandwich shop. Thinking I would get more than basic. High reviews brought me in. But I was disappointed and wished I wouldn’t be. I had the choice to leave after looking at the limited 6 sandwich choices , and the chicken caprese was not available I…
As a guy who loves a good sandwich I can tell you that these folk know exactly what it takes to make a great sandwich. Lovely service too.
Hands down one of the best sandwiches I've had in a very long time. I found them through Google while looking for a sandwich shop for my long drive home. I ordered the Ron's little Italian. First this thing is NOT little, it was piled high with amazing and fresh ingredients.…
Literally the best sandwich (Courtney’s Caprese) I’ve ever had!! The ladies were so sweet, friendly and patient! Cute little hole in the wall, very clean, exceptional ingredients. 10/10 will stop here again on future road trips!
Stopped here on our way to Orange County and didn’t want the usual fast food but needed to get a quick meal. Sandwiches were great! Bread and ingredients were fresh! Will definitely come back if we are passing thru. Got the West Coast which came with a nice squaw bread and Beef…
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