Lil Pickle

Name: Lil Pickle
Address: 2985 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, US
Telephone: +17149795522
Price range: $$

Sandwiches$$Costa Mesa

$$ · Moderate
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2985 Fairview Rd
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
+17149795522
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About

Lil Pickle is a sandwich shop that has been serving subs since 1962.

Lil Pickle serves sandwiches, and its subs have been served since 1962.

Its avocado spread is one of its highlights.

Online ordering available for pickup.

Known for

Subs served since 1962
Avocado spread
Online pickup ordering

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Hours

Monday	10 AM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday	10 AM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday	10 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursday	10 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday	10 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday	10 AM – 7:30 PM
Sunday	10 AM – 6 PM

Location

2985 Fairview Rd · Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa

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