GALT, CA (MPG) - The Chopping Block Deli, owned by mother-and-son duo Bobbi and Nathaniel, is bringing a fresh twist to the classic mom-and-pop deli experience in Galt.

Formerly known as The Hangout, the location has been transformed into a deli focused on scratch-made sandwiches, soups and baked goods.

Located at 905 C St., Unit 140, The Chopping Block Deli aims to be a gathering space for all ages, with a mission to bring creativity and community together through high-quality meals, personal service and locally sourced ingredients.

Nathaniel shares, “We make our own sauces, get fresh-baked local bread delivered nearly every day, and source local produce daily; you’ll never see yesterday’s produce on your sandwich. Every dish is made with love, inspected by us and if I wouldn’t serve it to my 15-month-old baby boy, I wouldn’t serve it to you.”

Each morning, Bobbi and Nathaniel arrive hours before service to roast tomatoes for soup, caramelize onions for Lockeford sausages, bake brownies from scratch and prep the day’s fresh produce.

The menu features a variety of sandwiches, with signature items like the French dip with caramelized onions and house-made garlic sauce. Cold options include the turkey cranberry or the Talk About Bruno, which features Bruno peppers from Bruno Farms in Lodi and house-whipped cream cheese.

Nathaniel adds, “Honestly, I recommend the garlic sauce and Chopping sauce on pretty much everything.”

Being a business owner in Galt has a special meaning for the duo.

Nathaniel explains, “We love providing a concept in the city we live in. It’s unique to see people you’ve known since childhood bring in their families, meet their kids and enjoy our food. It’s a truly Galt experience.”

The deli also has exciting plans for the community. House-made clam chowder will be offered on weekends, featuring Bobbi’s family recipe, and a second Lockeford sausage flavor will rotate one to two times a month. Delivery options are coming soon, making it even easier for locals to enjoy their fresh, scratch-made meals.

Open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., the owners are exploring extended hours based on demand. 

The response from the community has been overwhelmingly positive.

“Our hearts are full with the support we’ve received since opening,” Nathaniel said. “We started here in Galt and now get to live our dream by expanding our family of restaurants from Lodi to Sacramento. Through the community’s support, we hope to put Galt on the map and inspire other owners to invest here. And just because The Hangout is gone doesn’t mean it’s gone forever; we hope to return someday with another concept to serve all sides of town.”

At The Chopping Block Deli, every sandwich, soup and pastry reflects the passion, care and commitment of a family who loves both food and community. It’s not just a meal; it’s a Galt tradition in the making.