Reviews


Norton's Pastrami and Deli in Santa Barbara offers a mixed bag of experiences according to reviewers. Some customers raved about the delicious food, particularly highlighting the pastrami and the Mom's PLT sandwich with fries. The friendly staff and welcoming environment were also mentioned as positives. On the other hand, there were complaints about rude service from a cashier named Kelly, as well as issues with food quality and the overall customer service experience. Despite mixed reviews, Norton's seems worth a visit for a taste of their popular pastrami and other sandwiches, Norton's Pastrami usually has an average rating of 4.7.

Overall Total Score
4.7 out of 5
Outstanding | 2723 reviews

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Menulist
5.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Darius
16.04.2019 - 12:08

the absolute best!!! highly recommend. amazing food, amazing service, great vibes. if you haven’t eaten at nortons deli you’re missing out!

John
11.02.2023 - 06:57

Great food at a fair price. Fries are the star. Felt like I was back in a New York deli. Pastrami Reuben was delicious. Service was outstanding! Very clean and...

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Isabelle
11.02.2023 - 06:57

Followed the triple D Guy Fiery recommendation and tried the PBLT... it was freshly made.. highly recommended and a star of the menu.. hence we ordered. We love...

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Kraig
03.02.2019 - 09:19

I should've taken a picture. This place is reaaally good. The french dip and onion rings. Wow, to the Onion Rings. The Rings, batter was delicious. I wouldn't h...

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Tamia
11.02.2023 - 06:57

Saw this place on the food channel. Had to try it because I love pastrami. It's was excellent and the staff very friendly and helpful. Most wait outside and it'...

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INT Restaurants
4.8 ★ from 1047 reviews
April
23.08.2023 - 06:54

Always a pleasure to come here. We live in the High Desert so this 3 hour drive to Santa Barbara prepares us for an appetite. Besides dining there, we always or...

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Kristian
23.08.2023 - 06:54

By far the best sandwiches and pastrami in Santa Barbara. Always my first choice when I'm in town.

Coby
23.08.2023 - 06:54

Best pastrami ever!! Get 'Mom 's PLT ' they throw the pastrami on the griddle til all the edges are nice and crispy!!!

Rosie
23.08.2023 - 06:54

This is our go to spot when in S.B. they never disappoint

Gabriel
23.08.2023 - 06:54

My new favorite place for pastrami. Drove up from Oxnard with my brother and was not disappointed.

Sirved
4.6 ★ from 1269 reviews
Oskar
13.07.2024 - 16:37

I recently had an amazing pastrami Reuben at this restaurant. The sandwich was absolutely delicious, the only problem was that I ate it too quickly because it s...

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Lacey
13.07.2024 - 16:37

I discovered this restaurant while watching the food channel and had to give it a try because I am a huge fan of pastrami. The food was exceptional and the staf...

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