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Welcome to Ben & Esther's Vegan Delicatessen
At Ben & Esther's Vegan Delicatessen , where classic deli favorites are served 100% plant-based. We prepare fresh bagel sandwiches, deli sandwiches, hoagies, pastries, coffee, and more using quality ingredients every day.
Proudly recognized by
🥇 VegNews : Best Vegan Deli in America
We're committed to serving great vegan food with best friendly service.
Deli Classics. Entirely Plant-Based.
At Ben & Esther's Vegan Delicatessen, every sandwich, bagel, and bowl on our menu is 100% vegan—and nobody leaves hungry or disappointed.
Fresh From Our Kitchen
VegNews Award-Winner
We've been recognized by VegNews, Forbes, and Eater — but the real proof is in the first bite.
Catering for Your Whole Crew
Let us bring the vegan flavors to you! Our catering menu is perfect for any occasion, offering delicious bagels, deli sandwiches, hoagies, and more. 📌 Just give us a 4-day notice, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Four Years, Two Cities, A Lot of Reubens
We started Ben & Esther's with one stubborn idea: a Jewish deli that happens to be 100% vegan, and nobody has to settle for less. No sad salads. No "well, it's good for vegan food." Just real deli food that stands on its own.
That means a Reuben that actually drips. Benny's brisket piled high. A lox bagel that tastes like a Sunday morning. And the vegan bacon we're a little too proud of, the kind that makes people text their friends mid-bite.
Four years and two cities in, we're still doing it the same way: from scratch, with a little attitude, and enough food to make your bubbe nervous. Pull up a chair. You'll fit right in.
What our guests are saying
Finally made it to Ben & Esther’s after hearing so much about it, and it definitely lived up to the hype! The menu had so many good options that it was hard to choose, but I went with the RZA and it was SO good. I also tried the Biscoff cheesecake and a cookie for dessert, and both were incredible.
Jisel Hernandez
Ben & Esther’s Vegan Delicatessen is a must-visit spot if you’re craving classic deli comfort food with a plant-based twist. We ordered the vegan Philly cheesesteak along with a side of potato salad, and both were absolutely satisfying. The Philly was packed with flavor, featuring perfectly seasoned
Antonio Tillman
This is a great deli! We enjoyed everything we ordered. We tried the lox bagel, egg, cheddar, and bacon bagel, and the Benny's brisket sandwich. They were all very delicious. I was really impressed with the vegan bacon! Highly recommend!!!
Vanya P
Catering
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Vegan Bakeries, Breakfast, Sticky Bun, Egg Salad Sandwich, Jewish Deli, Vegan Hot Dog, Brunch, Egg Salad, Sandwiches, Cookies, Bagels, Deli Sandwiches, Bagel Sandwich, Sausage, Vegan Bagels, Salads, Hot Dogs, Gluten Free Food, Eggs, Reuben Sandwich, Pasta, Seattle Dog, Matzo Ball Soup, Vegan Burgers, Chicken Sandwich, Soup, Gluten Free, Coffee, Vegan Bakery, Lox Bagel, Cold Brew, Brisket Sandwich, Knish, Bacon, Vegan Burger, Blt, Vegan Soup, and Club Sandwich
Where are you located?
We are located in San Diego, CA at 6663 El Cajon Blvd Ste q
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: La Mesa, Lemon Grove, El Cajon, Grossmont, La Presa, Spring Valley, Casa De Oro, College Area, Casa De Oro-Mount Helix, University Heights, Homelands, South Park, Calavo Gardens, Mid-City:Kensington-Talmadge, San Diego, Santee, National City, Mid-City:Eastern Area, Bostonia, and Mid-City:Normal Heights.
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