Ike's Place – American
This high-energy sandwich sanctuary buzzes with a playful spirit, drawing crowds with the irresistible scent of warm, crackling Dutch Crunch bread and the promise of bold, inventive flavor combinations. Towering creations like the Menage A Trois and the Matt Cain come slathered in the signature, garlicky "Dirty Sauce," offering a messy, indulgent feast where local sports lore meets culinary creativity. Every bite delivers a satisfying harmony of melted cheeses and premium meats, creating a quintessentially Californian experience that is as vibrant and eclectic as the names on the menu.
542, 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101 +16192552562 http://loveandsandwiches.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Ike's Place
Dairy-Free at Ike's Place
Ike's Place in San Diego has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 301. Handsome Owl, The Supreme Tray and Chips (24 bags). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Ike's Place
Ike's Place in San Diego has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including 25. Barry Bonds. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Ike's Place
Ike's Place in San Diego has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 70. Meatless Mike, 301. Handsome Owl and 61. Sometimes I'm A Vegetarian. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Ike's Place
Ike's Place in San Diego has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Viva la Vegan Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Ike's Place
Ike's Place in San Diego has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Supreme Tray, Chips (24 bags) and Halalapalooza Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Ike's Place
Ike's Place in San Diego has 15 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 70. Meatless Mike, 301. Handsome Owl and 61. Sometimes I'm A Vegetarian. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Ike's Place
Ike's Place in San Diego has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Supreme Tray, Halalapalooza Tray and Veggie Lovers Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Ike's Place
Ike's Place in San Diego has 14 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 70. Meatless Mike, 301. Handsome Owl and 61. Sometimes I'm A Vegetarian. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Ike's Place
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| The Raphael | 83 g | 71 g |
| Veggie Lovers Tray | 55 g | 43.5 g |
| The Dirty Caesar | 14.5 g | 35.2 g |
| Viva la Vegan Tray | 12.2 g | 26.9 g |
| The Little Leaguers Tray | 105.6 g | 24.3 g |
| The Hanging Garden | 50.7 g | 23.8 g |
| Chips (12 bags) | 41.1 g | 15.4 g |
| Chips (24 bags) | 41.1 g | 15.4 g |
| Drinks (12 pack) | 45.8 g | 11.1 g |
| Drinks (24 pack) | 45.8 g | 11.1 g |
| Chicken Strips (3) | 9.9 g | 11 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Menu
Ike's Favorites
- 111. Menage A Trois - $17.5: Halal Chicken, Honey Mustard, BBQ Sauce, Real Honey, Pepper Jack, Swiss, Cheddar Available at: dinner, lunch
- 18. Matt Cain - $17.5: Roast Beef, Salami (beef), Turkey, Godfather Sauce, Provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- 34. Hunter Pence - $17.5: Turkey, Bacon, Avocado, BBQ Sauce, Honey Mustard, Swiss, Cheddar, Pepper Jack Available at: dinner, lunch
- 240. Madison Bumgarner - $17.5: Steak, Ike's Yellow BBQ Sauce, (Light) Habanero, Pepper Jack, American Available at: dinner, lunch
- 118. Da Vinci - $17.5: Turkey, Ham, Salami (beef), Italian Dressing, Provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- 98. Jaymee Sirewich - $17.5: Fried Chicken, Ike's Yellow BBQ Sauce, Ranch, Pepper Jack Available at: dinner, lunch
- 2. Hollywould's SF Cheesesteak - $17.5: Steak, Mushrooms, Provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- 65. Jim Rome - $17.5: Turkey, Avocado, Red Pesto, Cheddar Available at: dinner, lunch
- 99. We're Just Friends - $17.5: Halal Chicken, Zesty Orange Glaze, Avocado, Pepper Jack Available at: dinner, lunch
- 422. Beast Mode - $17.5: Fried Chicken, Bacon, Spicy Beastmode BBQ Sauce, Cheddar Available at: dinner, lunch
- 201. Adam Richman - $17.5: Fried Chicken, Ham, Pesto, Honey, Avocado, Swiss Available at: dinner, lunch
- 6. Hot Momma - $17.5: Halal Chicken, Buffalo Wing Sauce, Ranch, Provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- 957. The Damon Bruce - $17.5: Steak, Steak Sauce, Beer-Battered Onion Rings, Provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- 30. Backstabber - $17.5: Halal Chicken, Creamy Caesar, Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1. Elvis Kieth - $17.5: Halal Chicken, Teriyaki, Wasabi Mayo, Swiss Available at: dinner, lunch
- 25. Barry Bonds - $17.5: Turkey, Bacon, Swiss, Lettuce, Tomato Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 19. Going Home For Thanksgiving - $17.5: Turkey, Cranberry, Sriracha, Cheddar Available at: dinner, lunch
- 91.5 Ike's Reuben - $17.5: Pastrami, Mack Sauce, Purple Slaw, Gouda Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian & Vegan
- 70. Meatless Mike - $17.5: Vegan Meatballs, Marinara, Pepper Jack Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- 61. Sometimes I'm A Vegetarian - $17.5: Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Mushrooms, Pesto, Provolone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- 246. James & The Giant Peach - $17.5: Vegan Fried Chicken, Ike's Yellow BBQ Sauce, Cheddar Available at: dinner, lunch
- 301. Handsome Owl - $17.5: Vegan Chicken, Teriyaki, Wasabi Mayo, Swiss Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- 265. Reading Rainbow - $17.5: Avocado, Ike's Red Pesto, Cheddar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- 219. Fall’ing for Ike’s - $17.5: Vegan Turkey, Cranberry, Sriracha, Cheddar Available at: dinner, lunch
- 291. Pee Wee - $17.5: Vegan Turkey, Purple Slaw, French Dressing, Swiss Available at: dinner, lunch
- 235. Time Travelers Wife - $17.5: Vegan Fried Chicken, Zesty Orange Glaze, Provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- 202. Gramps - $17.5: Vegan Turkey, Mushrooms, Provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids
- 668. Turkey, Turkey - $8.99: Ham or Turkey, American Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- 304. Chester the Cheetah - $8.99: Grilled Cheese (choose up to 4 kinds of cheese!) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Strips (3) - $8.99: Choice of: Ranch, Honey Mustard, or BBQ Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Catering Trays
- Ike's Best Sellers Tray - $175: 24 half sandwiches: Matt Cain, Barry B., Ike's Reuben, Menage a Trois, Sometimes I'm a Vegetarian, Meatless Mike Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Madness Tray - $175: 24 half sandwiches: Matt Cain, Barry B., Ike's Reuben, Menage a Trois, Da Vinci, Jim Rome Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Lovers Tray - $175: 24 half sandwiches: Sometimes I'm a Vegetarian, Persephone, Meatless Mike, Fall'ing for Ike's, Handsome Owl, Pee Wee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Halalapalooza Tray - $195: 24 half sandwiches: Menage a Trois, Hot Momma, Elvis Kieth, Marilyn, We're Just Friends, Lizzy's Lips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Viva la Vegan Tray - $195: 24 half sandwiches: Vegan Sometimes I'm a Vegetarian, Vegan Handsome Owl, Vegan Meatless Mike, Vegan Fall'ing for Ike's, Vegan Pee Wee, Vegan Persephone Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Supreme Tray - $195: 24 half sandwiches: Matt Cain, Hunter Pence, Adam Richman, Menage a Trois, Madison Bumgarner, Jaymee Sirewich Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Build Your Epic Tray - $195: 24 half sandwiches of your choice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Little Leaguers Tray - $175: 24 half sandwiches: Randy Hahn, Chase Ottney, Golden Bear, Bakesale, Barry B., Sandlot, Chester the Cheetah Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- The Dirty Caesar - $49: Halal Chicken, Provolone, Dirty Croutons, Caesar Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Raphael - $49: Turkey, Ham, Salami, Provolone, Banana Peppers, Red Onions, Tomatoes, Dirty Croutons, Italian Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Hanging Garden - $49: Mushrooms, Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Red Onions, Tomatoes, Dirty Croutons, Ranch Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chicken Tender Tray - $59: 24 crispy golden tenders and choice of two sauces Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips (12 bags) - $30: Assorted Zapp's Chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips (24 bags) - $55: Assorted Zapp's Chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Assorted Sweets (12 pack) - $39: Chocolate Chip Cookie, Salted Caramel Cookie, Brownie, Brown Sugar Marshmallow Bar Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Assorted Sweets (24 pack) - $70: Chocolate Chip Cookie, Salted Caramel Cookie, Brownie, Brown Sugar Marshmallow Bar Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Beverages
- Drinks (12 pack) - $30: Assorted Soda Cans, Calypsos, Water Bottle, or Red Bull Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Drinks (24 pack) - $95: Assorted Soda Cans, Calypsos, Water Bottle, or Red Bull Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions about Ike's Place
- Is Ike's Place dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Ike's Place has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 301. Handsome Owl, The Supreme Tray and Chips (24 bags).
- What can I eat at Ike's Place on a dairy-free diet?
- 301. Handsome Owl, The Supreme Tray and Chips (24 bags) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Ike's Place have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including The Supreme Tray and Chips (24 bags).
- Is Ike's Place gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Ike's Place?
- The Raphael, at roughly 71g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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