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Walls lined with murals and pics of Celebrities!!! - Dz Akins, San Diego, CA

Dz Akins

4.7 (240)
$30 and under
Deli
6930 Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA 92120

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Kid-friendly
New York Style Deli located in your backyard, massive menu, and fast paced people watching environment.
Reminder of what once was "Real Deli's" in America still here in your San Diego. Full Deli counter, Bakery in house and all made from scratch with love. 102 Sandwiches to many to choose from, and some really BIG Salads for anyone's desire. Home Style Dinners like your grandmother used to make, and some extreme Eastern European dishes that with blow your mind. Sick? No problem, we have the best medicine, D.Z. Akin's Matzoh Ball Soup! We also have 6 other soups on a daily basis for those soup lovers!!!
We've been voted San Diego Best Deli countless years, and we're in the news and on the radio all the time.
We are right off the Highway 8 east for your convenience, now doing online ordering on OUR WEBSITE and DELIVERY through our delivery partners. Thank you for supporting family owned businesses!!!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Deli, Breakfast, Dessert
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    College Area
  • Cross street
    70th st and Alvarado rd
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    70th street and Alvarado Plaza trolley stops on the green line.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 240 people are saying

Dz Akins reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
DZ Akins offers "delicious and plentiful" deli food with a welcoming atmosphere. Known for "outstanding service" and "HEALTHY portions," it's a beloved spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Highlights include the Reuben omelette and authentic Jewish delicacies. With a vibrant bakery and gift shop, it's a "magical place."

240 Reviews
  1. Shannon

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the best! I look forward to DZ Akins sandwiches and fresh pickles!

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  2. Dietrick VIP

    San Diego15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Grapefruit was prepared with cutting individual pieces of fruit, bacon was crisp as ordered, pancakes with sugarless syrup were fluffy and indistinguishable from using sugar syrup, latkes were prepared perfectly.

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  3. Fred

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kiki was great and my wife enjoyed her birthday we all enjoyed dinner

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  4. Peter VIP

    San Diego39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    DZ Akins always hits the spot. Tasty deli food with pleasant service. We always leave happy.

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  5. frances VIP

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always the best Deli and service!! Thank you D.Z. Atkins for making the holiday special!!😋

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  6. Teri VIP

    San Diego53 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service great the rice pudding needed cinnamon & raisins for flavor . The pea soup was good.

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  7. Mario

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience with my family. Extra great for my senior parents

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  8. Kathy VIP

    San Diego134 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent, but the prices have made this a once in awhile destination rather that a regular one.

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  9. Gary

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great great and service. HEALTHY portions. Always the perfect place for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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  10. Fred

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Char thank you for making my birthday special you deserve recognition and so does everyone else at the restaurant. It’s been so hard to find a good deli in San Diego and you guys are the best!

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FAQs

Dz Akins offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Dz Akins also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 265-0218.

Dz Akins is rated 4.7 stars by 240 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Dz Akins

6930 Alvarado Rd, San Diego, CA 92120

Additional information

  • Cross street
    70th st and Alvarado rd
  • Neighborhood
    College Area
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Deli, Breakfast, Dessert
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    70th street and Alvarado Plaza trolley stops on the green line.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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