Husky Deli & Catering

206-462-4445

4721 California Ave. SW Seattle, WA 98116

www.huskydeli.com

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Since 1932. Full service catering, deli, ice cream, boxed lunch.
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Mon-Sat 9am-9pm Sun 10am-7pm

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Husky Deli makes West Seattle's tastiest deli sandwiches using only the freshest ingredients made to order right before your eyes. Sit down at the old-fashioned deli counter and watch the world go by as you enjoy your sandwich. Treat yourself to our homemade ice cream. Made here in West Seattle since 1932. Let Husky Deli cater all your special events. Qualified catering staff can take care of all the function needs, allowing you to relax and enjoy. Visit our website for an online catering menu. We feature a buffet, hot hors d'oeuvres, and beer and wine. We also deliver.

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In Short
This West Seattle deli has been a neighborhood institution for three generations. The store is clean and spacious, decorated with flags and airline posters from around the world. Loyal regulars fuel up on espresso or stock up on gourmet goodies like European oatmeal, Bavarian mustard, French cheese or flavored halvah. Homemade, hand-packed Husky Deli ice cream is the mainstay. Ice cream comes in more than 40 flavors, such as Oreo and Swiss chocolate-orange.

Key Points

  • Freshly made Deli Sandwiches
  • Rated #1 for Ice Cream
  • Catering Available

The Inside Scoop

  1. Save Time - Call ahead to pick up sandwiches, hand-packed ice creams and coffee drinks. Look for rotating sandwich specials. Company coming? Ask for a catering brochure.
  2. The Extras - Husky Deli hosts an annual open house the first Friday in December, with free eats and drinks.
  3. Parking - Park on the street or in back of the store--space is plentiful.

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Deli

by Elaine W. | insider_guru Insider Guru | Rank: 712

Great little place to pick up some tasty things to go or use them for catering your special event. Long time business in West Seattle. Also known for their ice cream.

Posted 12/09/08 | Report Abuse

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Amazing Food

by Sara M. | insider_guru Insider Guru | Rank: 1,610

I recently had their food at my work for a company lunch. It was amazing. Not your average sandwiches. The food is very well put together with great spices you won't find used at other take out deli's. Try them once and you will love them forever.

Posted 11/06/08 | Report Abuse

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Husky Catering

by Colleen W. | insider_guru Insider Guru | Rank: 1,452

Husky Catering is one of the best Delis we have used. Their food is great and their lunch meat is tasty as well as their salads. The are a little pricey but very good. I would recommend someone to use them, if you are in the Seattle area. Great food.

Posted 10/31/08 | Report Abuse

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Best Ice Cream

by alpinelady

I have been going to Husky's for years - mostly for the ice cream cones! It's old-fashioned and neighborly in there. I just wanted to add my comments and thank them for keeping it going for our enjoyment. My favorite is maple walnut.

Pros: Handy to walk to if in West Seattle, Friendly

Cons: Parking sometimes, but who cares?

Posted 02/09/09

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Terrific homemade ice cream

by 506QAresident

Worth a visit just for the homemade ice cream. Yum! Orange-chocolate and coconut are fantastic flavors.

Pros: Excellent ice cream, easy parking behind the store

Posted 01/01/09

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Great local spot!

by kari_wseattle

Husky Deli is a great family shop. They have ice scream & good sandwiches & salads for those that are hungry for a little more then ice scream. They also have some great unique grocery items!!!! Check out their candy too - gourmet to everday. My son's school ordered their packaged lunches & they were a fantastic price!

Pros: Fantastic Ice cream & lunches. Very fun for the family!

Posted 11/12/06

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Great imported foods, ok ice cream

by spudsocks

Went here after hearing a ton about the ice cream they have here... Just ok I thought. Not really worth my long trek to West Seattle. But the place has a nice old timey ice cream parlor feeling to it and the shelves are stocked with an amazing selection of all sorts of foreign foods, like pasta sauce from Italy and all sorts of olive oils. The prices were great, too.

Pros: Lots of cool foreign foods

Cons: Didn't really live up to the hype

Posted 08/21/06

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Memories of Husky Deli....

by jwiding2

There was nothing like having my grandparents take me to Husky's for their Dollar Mint ice cream. Those added peppermint candy pieces made that flavor my favorite for 30 plus years. If the Dollar Mint flavor still exists it would be well worth any peppermint flavor fan to make the trek to Husky's. Now if I could only get that shipped down here in Long Beach,CA....thanks Husky Deli!!!

Pros: parking, junction shops, good people

Posted 07/28/05

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west seattle icon!

by vexsgirl

I grew up in west seattle in the '70s. Huskys was always the place to go and get ice cream! Even if we had to walk a mile or so to get it, it was the best. I still occasionally drive the 90 miles to get some of the licorice ice cream! YUM!!

Posted 01/08/05

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The Ecstasy and the Agony

by mikeflynn247

There is no better place in West Seattle, or perhaps the entire Seattle Metro area, for ice cream. Custom-made, it's outstanding, and even the new Ben & Jerry's across the street is a pale #2 to Husky's ice cream.

But... don't be in a hurry when you come here for food (especially at lunch, when you want speed). Counter service, while friendly, is s-l-o-w. It's good, though, and if you can cool your heels for five minutes, you'll enjoy the sandwiches and soups.

Pros: Ice Cream, Ice Cream, Food In General

Posted 07/20/04

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RUN! Don't walk to the W. Seattle store!

by twizzler45

Remember what your grandmother's homemade icecream? Well the guys at Husky Deli stole her recipe and are producing gallons of the stuff.

Personal faves: Husky Chip and the Rasberry ribbon. It's heaven in a homemade waffle cone (or cup depending on your tastes.)

Excellent people that are nice and usually happy to help you.

Nice assortment of "European" foodstuff and a real live candy counter make it a must stop for family from out of town.

Pros: Icecream, Sandwiches, Candy

Posted 05/19/04

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Great Chocolates

by mrmrs

I love the Schmidt chocolates that looklike halves of eggs. They are wonderful and make an excellent Christmas present for work associates. While the staff (usually a new person who struggles with packing 25 boxes of 4 eggs) prepares our order, I love to browse and buy unique items and old favorites. Very nice staff and a great place to visit.

Pros: Chocolate, Great smells, unique deli foods

Cons: Only in West Seattle!, some inexperienced st

Posted 02/13/03

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FANTASTIC

by erccrn

hi. i am 11. (my's mom's screen name) this is the BEST ice cream ever! if you're in west seattle this is a must. Get a milkshake or look at the other deli items..

Posted 08/10/02

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