SCRATCH KITCHEN
ROOTS SINCE 1991
Santa Barbara's Independent Sandwich Shop for 35 Years
For 35 years, South Coast Deli has been Santa Barbara’s home for real house-roasted turkey, tri-tip, scratch-made dressings, and giant sandwiches.
SANTA BARBARA ORIGINAL
EST. 1991 · SANTA BARBARA
1991 → 2026
House-roasted meats, scratch-made sauces & giant sammies across 4 neighborhood delis.
WHY SCRATCH KITCHEN MATTERS
We don't buy pre-sliced mystery meats. Every week, our team roasts hundreds of pounds of turkey breast, beef brisket, and tri-tip right in our kitchens. Our dressings, sauces, and marinades are whipped up fresh daily.
Whether you order the legendary When in Rome, the spicy Buffalo Chicken Sammie, or a freshly tossed Keep Calm & Kale On salad, you are tasting real, authentic food made by people who love what they do.
The SCD Promises
- ✓ Real House-Roasted Meats — Whole turkey breasts, tri-tip, and beef brisket roasted daily in-house.
- ✓ Scratch Dressings — Ranch, caesar, chipotle aioli, balsamic, and pesto made from scratch.
- ✓ Eco-Friendly Packaging — 100% compostable paper, renewable containers, and zero styrofoam.
HISTORICAL TIMELINE
35 YEARS IN SANTA BARBARA
San Roque Opening
South Coast Deli opens its first counter on State Street in San Roque, bringing real house-roasted meats to Santa Barbara.
Patterson / Goleta Expansion
Opened Patterson Ave deli to serve the Goleta tech corridor, local crews, and UCSB community.
Carrillo Downtown
Opened on Carrillo St half a block off State Street for fast downtown office lunch pickup.
Funk Zone Grand Opening
Launched our newest waterfront deli in Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone district.
VISIT ANY OF OUR 4 DELIS
San Roque (State St), Patterson (Goleta), Carrillo (Downtown SB), and the Funk Zone.