Sam's Market is a family-owned neighborhood store located in downtown Sacramento, serving the community since 1940. The business has been at its current location on the corner of O and 13th Street since 1957, making it a well-established part of the area for over 80 years. The market offers a simple, no-frills experience with friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere. The store features a cold deli counter with fresh, quality meats such as turkey, ham, roast beef, pastrami, tuna, bologna, salami, and egg salad, making their sandwiches highly popular among customers. The sandwiches are basic, tasty, and inexpensive, with prices around $7-8. Many reviews highlight their sandwiches as the best, especially the hot pastrami and those made on French rolls, which add a special touch. In addition to sandwiches, Sam's Market offers snacks, drinks, lotto tickets, and some frozen meals, ice cream bars, ramen bowls, and candy. It’s appreciated for its friendly, family-run vibe and its long-standing history of serving the community. While it doesn’t sell alcohol or tobacco, the market remains a favorite spot for quick, fresh lunches and supporting local businesses.
I absolutely love the turkey sandwich with special sauce, and I always appreciate how kind and friendly the people are there. Thank you for providing such great food and service.
May 2026
Finest chinese chicken salad purchased for 20 years. Miss the family service the most. Granddaughter loved the best sandwich made on a french roll. Great egg salad also. Be well all.
April 2026
Love the folks here! Great deli with quick picks perfect for lunch. I come for the liverwurst sandwich and they also have bbq bao some days! Not fancy, but fast and good with kind people
