D.Z. Akin's

D.Z. Akin's D.Z. Akin's is a family-style restaurant, deli and breakfast/brunch restaurant that has been serving San Diego's starved deli-lovers since 1980. With an abundant menu filled with ethnic favorites like cheese blintzes, lox, borscht, bread pudding and more, D.Z. Akin's also boasts 134 sandwiches piled high with fine Deli Meats and complete Dinner Entrees. An entire page is dedicated to their fantastic fountain menu which includes Sundaes, Shakes, Malts and Sodas with every delicious accompaniment imaginable. They open at 7a.m. every day of the week for Breakfast, Lunch And Dinner. Come and enjoy New York-Style Deli, exotic Desserts or just plenty of good food at D.Z. Akin's.
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Monday deserves a proper start: Genoa salami, ham, and provolone stacked into our  #4. Available today from 7 AM–3 PM, b...
11/09/2026

Monday deserves a proper start: Genoa salami, ham, and provolone stacked into our #4. Available today from 7 AM–3 PM, because lunch should have something to look forward to. https://popme.nu/dzasc7de939

11/08/2026

Sundays at D.Z. Akin’s ☕️🥞 The tables are full, the coffee is flowing, and brunch is in full swing!

Blintz means bliss.Golden cheese blintzes with a side of sour cream. Oy, that's good.
11/07/2026

Blintz means bliss.

Golden cheese blintzes with a side of sour cream. Oy, that's good.

Pile on the pastrami! 🥪 Tender, flavorful, and stacked high—this is a sandwich worth sinking your teeth into.
11/05/2026

Pile on the pastrami! 🥪 Tender, flavorful, and stacked high—this is a sandwich worth sinking your teeth into.

Tuesday is Reuben day, and we are very much on board with that. Choose pastrami, corned beef, or smoked turkey in our  #...
11/03/2026

Tuesday is Reuben day, and we are very much on board with that. Choose pastrami, corned beef, or smoked turkey in our #62, on special until 3 PM. https://popme.nu/dzas29c5060

Grilled rye, melted cheese, and your choice of tuna salad or chicken salad. That's a Friday lunch with excellent judgmen...
10/30/2026

Grilled rye, melted cheese, and your choice of tuna salad or chicken salad. That's a Friday lunch with excellent judgment. Available until 3 PM.

https://popme.nu/dzasc02ea79

Crispy, delicious and full of comfort. 🥔 Come get your latke fix—one bite at a time!
10/27/2026

Crispy, delicious and full of comfort. 🥔 Come get your latke fix—one bite at a time!

Saturday with a little Ortega-style heat? Absolutely. Choose roast beef or turkey in today's  #65, available for $18.95 ...
10/24/2026

Saturday with a little Ortega-style heat? Absolutely. Choose roast beef or turkey in today's #65, available for $18.95 until 3 PM. https://popme.nu/dzas2d82f1d

Wednesday called for something substantial, so we answered with a Philadelphia-style steak sandwich. Our  #66 is availab...
10/21/2026

Wednesday called for something substantial, so we answered with a Philadelphia-style steak sandwich. Our #66 is available today from 7 AM–3 PM.

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Save room for something sweet! 🍨 From a decadent eclair to a dreamy sundae or a cream puff, there's a delicious way to f...
10/20/2026

Save room for something sweet! 🍨 From a decadent eclair to a dreamy sundae or a cream puff, there's a delicious way to finish your meal at D.Z. Akin's.

10/18/2026

🍲 Soup of the Day: Chicken Curry! 🐔✨ Warm, comforting, and full of flavor! Come by D.Z. Akin’s and enjoy a bowl of deliciousness today. ❤️

Comfort by the plateful! 🍽️ Settle in for our turkey dinner and make tonight a little more delicious at D.Z. Akin's.    ...
10/18/2026

Comfort by the plateful! 🍽️ Settle in for our turkey dinner and make tonight a little more delicious at D.Z. Akin's.

Feeding a crowd? We know a thing or two about that.Our deli trays come loaded with mini sandwiches, fresh sides, and eno...
10/15/2026

Feeding a crowd? We know a thing or two about that.

Our deli trays come loaded with mini sandwiches, fresh sides, and enough food to keep everyone happy. Call D.Z. Akin's for your next office lunch, family gathering, or event.

Diego

Address

6930 Alvarado Road
San Diego, CA
92120

To get to the restaurant located at Alvarado Road in San Diego, you can take the public transport by boarding bus routes 1 or 215 and disembark at the Alvarado Rd & Reservoir Dr bus stop. From there, walk for a few minutes towards your destination.

Alternatively, if you prefer to drive, take the I-8 East and exit at Waring Road. Turn right onto Alvarado Road and continue straight until you reach your destination, which will be on your left-hand side. Street parking is available nearby as well as a small parking lot adjacent to the restaurant.

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 8:30pm
Thursday 7am - 8:30pm
Friday 7am - 9pm
Saturday 7am - 9pm
Sunday 7am - 8:30pm

Telephone

+16192650218

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What people say

Family-style restaurants are a great way to enjoy delicious food in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. D.Z. Akin's, located on Alvarado Road in San Diego, is a perfect example of such a restaurant. They pride themselves on serving real home cooking, and their menu is filled with ethnic favorites that will satisfy any craving.

One of the standout features of D.Z. Akin's is their oversized menu, which boasts 134 sandwiches piled high with fine deli meats, as well as complete dinner entrees like Corned Beef and Cabbage and Stuffed Cabbage Rolls. Their fountain menu is also fantastic, featuring sundaes, shakes, malts, and sodas with every delicious accompaniment imaginable.

But what really sets D.Z. Akin's apart is their commitment to serving wholesome, high-quality specialty foods. They opened their doors in 1980 with the purpose of serving San Diego's starved deli-lovers, and they haven't changed their commitment since then. They even make the best cheesecake in San Diego!

Whether you're looking for breakfast (they have three-dozen selections available all day long), lunch or dinner, D.Z. Akin's has got you covered. And with their warm and welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder they've been so successful over the years. So if you're ever in the mood for New York-style deli or exotic desserts (or just plenty of good food), be sure to check out D.Z. Akin's on Alvarado Road in San Diego!

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