Lucca Italian Sandwich Shop
600 B St, San Diego, CA
Crema's Take
“Tucked away as a no-frills counter service beside an office building, Lucca delivers legitimately gourmet Italian sandwiches on fresh focaccia that locals swear are unmatched in San Diego, paired with espresso-focused coffee that keeps people coming back despite the occasional service hiccup. The premium toppings and quality ingredients shine through, though the casual grab-and-go setup means you're trading ambiance for authenticity and genuinely excellent food.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. Quick-grab spot. Light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
It's legitimately a gourmet sandwich, with very premium toppings. The fresh focaccia is a rare treat. But I cannot give 5 stars, as everything was too oily and they lack any vegan protein offerings. (Mozzarella available for cheese eaters.) This is just a sandwich stand, you eat…
I gave 3 stars for atmosphere only because it is a counter service not a diner but I love their coffee and the sandwich. It's fresh.
Stopped into Lucca Italian Sandwich Shop for a quick lunch and found it to be a solid little spot in the Columbia District. It’s tucked away outside a high-rise office building with window ordering and a few tables in the building’s foyer for limited seating. Definitely geared…
Sandwich was incredible. Ambience is so-so. It’s just a sandwich counter next to an office building. Service was slow. I pre-ordered and my sandwich was 30 minutes later than the app stated. From order to pick up was approx 45 min. I definitely had to scarf my lunch and rush…
You won't find another sandwich this good in San Diego, I promise. Lucca, we LOVE YOU!!!!! We have been eyeing this spot for months but unfortunately haven't been able to make it due to the early hours and work schedules. Today we had some free to make it happen, and we were…
Crema Reviews
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