East Side Deli - North Portland
East Side Deli on Lombard is a casual sandwich counter-serve known for its variety of vegan and vegetarian sandwiches alongside traditional meat options. The deli features outdoor picnic tables where customers often enjoy lunch, and ordering is via a self-serve touchscreen kiosk with pickup at a walk-up window. Prices have risen over time, with sandwiches around $14.50, and indoor dining has been removed, highlighting its focus on quick, casual takeout.
Vegan Friendliness
iLimited vegan options
- VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes
- MENU Separate vegan menu
- STAFF Basic understanding
- PROTEIN Fieldroast sausage, soy curls, fake meat
Some users reported vegan options aren't always available.
Others mentioned staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
A few noted cross-contamination — worth asking about sauces before ordering.
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