Upland's hidden gem on historic Route 66 — authentic German deli & market since 1978
Mon–Fri 10–5 · Sat 9–5 · Sun Closed (909) 985-6266
Est. 1978 · Route 66 · Upland, CA

Authentic Delicatessen · Pastry Shoppe

A taste of the old world, carved to order.

For over 45 years, our family deli has been the Inland Empire's home for overstuffed hot pastrami, the famous Reuben, grilled sausages, and warm vinegar potato salad — made the way it's always been made.

4.7· 342 Google reviews
Overstuffed Reuben and hot pastrami sandwich with German sausages, sauerkraut, and warm potato salad on a deli counter

Signature Sandwich

The Famous Hot Reuben

Steamed corned beef, melted Swiss, house kraut & Russian dressing — grilled on marbled rye.

✦Hot Pastrami on Rye · $13.95✦The Famous Reuben · $13.95✦Grilled Bratwurst & Thüringer · from $9.75✦Warm Vinegar Potato Salad · $5.50 / ½ lb✦Handmade Butter Spaetzle · $6.25 / pint✦Munich Weisswurst & Pretzel · $11.25✦Austrian Linzer Cookies · $3.95✦Warm Apple Strudel · $5.95✦Hot Pastrami on Rye · $13.95✦The Famous Reuben · $13.95✦Grilled Bratwurst & Thüringer · from $9.75✦Warm Vinegar Potato Salad · $5.50 / ½ lb✦Handmade Butter Spaetzle · $6.25 / pint✦Munich Weisswurst & Pretzel · $11.25✦Austrian Linzer Cookies · $3.95✦Warm Apple Strudel · $5.95

What we're known for

The signatures at our counter

The Famous Reuben

$13.95

Steamed corned beef, melted Swiss, house kraut & Russian dressing on marbled rye.

Hot Pastrami on Rye

$13.95

Extra-lean spiced pastrami, stone-ground mustard, melted Swiss on fresh rye.

Grilled Bratwurst & Thüringer

from $9.75

Flame-kissed sausages with warm Bavarian sauerkraut and Düsseldorf mustard.

Warm Vinegar Potato Salad

$5.50 / ½ lb

Swabian-style — warm vinegar broth, sliced potatoes & bacon. No mayo, ever.

Handmade Butter Spaetzle

$6.25 / pint

Fresh egg noodles drop-cooked and sautéed in browned European butter.

Austrian Linzer Cookies & Apple Strudel

from $3.95

Baked in-house — almond shortbread with raspberry jam & flaky warm strudel.

Full menu & prices
Importwaren & Feinkost

European Grocery & Imported Treats

Reviews call it "the little shop part" — our shelves are packed with the imported European treats locals can't find anywhere else in the Inland Empire. From German mustards to alpine chocolates, what's on the rack changes with every shipment.

German Bier for Takeout (21+)

We typically carry a rotating selection of imported German wheat beers and lagers — call ahead for current bottles and seasonal Oktoberfest stock.

Artisanal German grocery shelves filled with imported condiments and beers
Imported European Treats

Ritter Sport, mustards & more — while supplies last

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Condiments & Mustards

Examples — selection varies by shipment

Händlmaier Sweet Bavarian Mustard

Regensburg, Germany

The gold standard for Weisswurst and pretzels.

Löwensenf Extra Scharf Mustard

Düsseldorf, Germany

Legendary sinus-clearing spicy German mustard.

Thomy Delikatess Senf & Mayonnaise

Germany & Switzerland

Classic tube condiments found in every German kitchen.

Grafschafter Goldsaft & Apfelschmaus

Rhineland, Germany

Sugar beet syrup and spiced apple-pear fruit spreads.

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Pantry Staples & Kraut

Examples — selection varies by shipment

Hengstenberg Mildessa Bavarian Sauerkraut

Esslingen, Germany

Wine sauerkraut and seasoned red cabbage jars.

Kühne Pickles & Gewürzgurken

Hamburg, Germany

Crunchy dill, sweet-sour, and knoblauch garlic pickles.

Bechtle Traditional German Spaetzle

Swabia, Germany

Authentic durum wheat and farm fresh egg noodles.

Maggi Seasoning & Knorr Fix Mixes

Europe

Goulash, Jägerschnitzel, Sauerbraten and Rouladen seasonings.

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Chocolates & Confectionery

Examples — selection varies by shipment

Ritter Sport Chocolate Bars (Full Range)

Waldenbuch, Germany

Marzipan, Alpine Milk, Knusperkeks, Whole Hazelnut, and seasonal bars.

Milka Alpine Chocolate Bars

Lörrach, Germany

Smooth alpine milk chocolates with creamy fillings.

Haribo German Import Goldbären

Bonn, Germany

Real German recipe gummies made with natural fruit juices.

Niederegger Lübeck Marzipan

Lübeck, Germany

World renowned 100% pure almond marzipan chocolates.

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Bavarian Biers & European Drinks

Examples — selection varies by shipment

Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier

Freising, Bavaria

From the world's oldest continuously operating brewery (1040 AD).

Ayinger Celebrator Doppelbock

Aying, Bavaria

Rich malty mahogany lager rated one of the world's finest.

Paulaner Oktoberfest & Münchner Hell

Munich, Germany

Crisp Munich gold lagers and wheats for takeout.

Gerolsteiner Sparkling Mineral Water

Eifel, Germany

Naturally carbonated volcanic spring water rich in minerals.

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Seasonal & Holiday Imports

Around the holidays our aisles fill with classic German seasonal treats — gingerbread, Stollen, Advent calendars, and festive specialties. Stock rotates, so call ahead.

Have a special request? Call us at (909) 985-6266 to check stock or reserve items.

Events · Office lunches · Celebrations

German Catering & Party Platters

Bring the spirit of Munich to your next celebration. We build sausage platters, deli sandwich trays, pretzel boards, and strudel assortments for groups across Upland and the Inland Empire. Please order 24–48 hours ahead.

★ Most popular

Bavarian Oktoberfest Feast

Das Große Oktoberfest Fest

from $189

Serves 12–15

Grilled Bratwurst, Thüringer, and Nürnberger sausages cut into bite-size pieces. Served with warm Bavarian sauerkraut, 4 lbs of warm vinegar German potato salad, sweet braised red cabbage, imported mustards, and 15 warm bakery pretzels.

Serves 12–15Call to order

Classic Deli Sandwich Platter

Feinkost Sandwich-Platte

from $145

Serves 10–14

Assorted cold cuts and hot deli specialties — corned beef, hot pastrami, Black Forest ham, German salami, and roast beef on assorted rye rolls and ciabatta with Swiss & provolone. Includes pickles and German mustard.

Serves 10–14Call to order

European Sausage & Pretzel Board

Wurst & Laugenbrezel Brett

from $135

Serves 15–20 (appetizer)

Bite-size grilled Bratwurst & Knackwurst with warm mini Laugen pretzels, cubed imported cheeses, pickles, and trios of sweet Händlmaier & spicy Löwensenf mustards.

Serves 15–20 (appetizer)Call to order

Sweet Bakery & Strudel Tray

Bayerische Mehlspeisen Platte

from $85

Serves 16–20

Freshly baked Austrian Linzer cookies with raspberry jam, bite-sized warm apple strudel dusted with powdered sugar, and chocolate-dipped almond cookies.

Serves 16–20Call to order
Large-order inquiry

Plan your party order

Tell us about your event and we'll call you back to confirm details, pricing, and pickup time. For immediate help, call the deli directly.

Direct line

(909) 985-6266

Mon–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat 9am–5pm. Closed Sundays.

Custom dietary accommodations available

Serving utensils by request

Easy pickup on Route 66 with reserved parking

983 W Foothill Blvd, Upland, CA 91786

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Our storefront & heritage

A quiet Route 66 landmark since 1978.

Front window sign of Upland German Delicatessen on Route 66 showing gold and cream lettering for Delicatessen, Pastry Shoppe, Sandwiches, Salads, Bratwurst and Apple Strudel
Our iconic front window sign · 983 W Foothill BlvdEst. 1978

Upland German Delicatessen has stood on Foothill Boulevard for over 45 years — a compact, old-fashioned market and deli offering sandwiches, salads, and European baked goods to travelers and locals alike.

Step past our front window banner — famous for Bratwurst & Apple Strudel — and you'll find genuine Old-World recipes. Our sauerkraut is simmered slowly with bacon, caraway, and white wine. Our warm potato salad follows Swabian tradition — vinegar and broth, not mayonnaise. And our Linzer cookies and apple strudel are baked in-house daily.

"We believe great food connects people to their roots and memories. Whether you're craving the sausage your grandmother made or trying genuine schnitzel for the first time, you're always family at our counter."

Carved-to-order sandwiches

Famous hot pastrami, corned beef Reubens, and roast beef dip — steamed and hand-sliced fresh.

Housemade sides from scratch

Warm German potato salad (no mayo), slow-cooked red cabbage, wine sauerkraut, buttery spaetzle.

Curated European grocery

Imported mustards, specialty pickles, Maggi seasoning, Ritter Sport chocolate, German craft beers.

Fresh artisan bakery counter

Linzer cookies, warm flaky apple strudel, and Bavarian Laugen pretzels baked in-house.

Verified Guest Reviews

Loved by locals & travelers on Route 66

4.7· 342 Google reviews

"The food was amazing! Nürnberger Bratwurst that reminded me of visiting family in Germany. Everything I had was amazing. The little shop part had so many things that I had to bring home with me. The owner was extremely helpful and friendly!"

Amanda Boyce

Verified Google Review

"Really wonderful place. The schnitzel and Reuben were fantastic, as were the pastries. The vibe was also so cute. Run by the sweetest people ever!"

Zain A.

Verified Google Review

"Incredible Sandwiches at German Deli in Upland! Top notch authentic food and pastries, plus a fantastic selection of imported European treats you won't find anywhere else in the Inland Empire."

Mia (Local Guide)

Verified Google Review

"Best Reuben and German potato salad in Southern California! The warm vinegar potato salad is perfection. Make sure to pick up some Ritter Sport and imported mustards while you wait."

G. R.

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Visit us

Find the deli on Route 66

983 W Foothill Blvd, Upland, CA 91786

On historic Route 66, tucked behind the Taco Bell plaza on Foothill & Mulberry

Monday – Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SundayClosed (Family Day)
(909) 985-6266

Finding the deli

Driving along Foothill Blvd (historic Route 66), look for the shopping plaza near the corner of Mulberry Ave. The deli is slightly tucked behind the roadside Taco Bell. Turn into the plaza driveway for generous, stress-free parking right in front of our storefront windows.

✦Look for our famous gold window lettering: “Delicatessen · Pastry Shoppe · Bratwurst & Apple Strudel”

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