The Quick Stop is a perfect one-stop shop for deli sandwiches made to order. They're small and have all the stuff you want to go with your sandwich -- chips, pork rinds, candy bars, carrot cake,... More

The Quick Stop is a perfect one-stop shop for deli sandwiches made to order. They're small and have all the stuff you want to go with your sandwich -- chips, pork rinds, candy bars, carrot cake, lottery tickets, whatever. I prefer the BLT wrap with Salami, plus cheddar and horseradish. It's that crazy -- you can get stuff like cranberries and all sorts of nonsense on your sandwich. Plus, you'll get a little chocolate-covered mint to go with your sandwich. I love the place. If you're driving, park in the Starbucks parking lot. There's no where to sit inside, but they do have some seating outside. Or you can go legit and grab something at Starbucks while you're there.
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About a year ago my company moved offices to the north end of Eastlake. Since then, I and my co-workers have eaten at nearly every lunch spot within easy walking or driving distance, and the plain... More

About a year ago my company moved offices to the north end of Eastlake. Since then, I and my co-workers have eaten at nearly every lunch spot within easy walking or driving distance, and the plain fact is that Eastlake isn't exactly overflowing with tasty, inexpensive lunch options. Almost every time I walk to lunch - whether to Louisa's, Pazzo's, Grand Central, Subway or even Eastlake Teriyaki (?) - I pass by the Quick Stop Grocery & Deli without a second thought. Today, at the suggestion of a co-worker, I decided to stop. Their sign says "Seattle's Best Sandwich", which I don't believe for a second, but even a decent deli sandwich would be a welcome departure from the norm. As it turns out, Quick Stop *doesn't* serve Seattle's best sandwich (that honor goes either to Paseo or Ballard's Other Coast Cafe, depending on who you ask). But they do turn out a very respectable one, made to order in a hurry, and served with a smile. Mine - a whole turkey & cheddar on sourdough, with dijon mustard, pickles and jalapenos - cost me less than $5, and came with a Clark's mint patty that I didn't even know was there until I got back to my desk. It may not seem like much of a victory to get a decent deli sandwich for a fair price, but in Eastlake, you can't take that kind of thing for granted. If - like me - you're getting tired of going to the same average places for lunch, take a break from your routine and try the folks at Quick Stop. You won't be blown away, but I bet you won't be disappointed, either.
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Eastlake Grocery and Deli is conveniently located on the main drag in Eastlake, offering patrons the standard convenience store fare—snacks, drinks, smokes, grocery items, beer, etc. They also have... More

Eastlake Grocery and Deli is conveniently located on the main drag in Eastlake, offering patrons the standard convenience store fare—snacks, drinks, smokes, grocery items, beer, etc. They also have a deli with sandwiches billed as “the best in town,” though I’ve never given them the test. I usually stop in for common grocery items that I may have forgotten to pick up. It’s an enjoying walk over there and the property has a beautiful view of Lake Union.
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