Joe’s Famous Deli and Homemad Ice Cream

The sandwiches are amazing! I went with the Cubano and it was one of the better Cuban sandwiches I’ve had. I would give them 5 stars however the girl taking our order was extremely rude and needs to learn how to chill and smile every once in awhile. We didn’t try the ice cream because we didn’t want to deal with her attitude again.

Huevos rancheros burrito… What a bust! It was literally all black beans. The girl taking our orders could not have been less enthusiastic and I believe she was also the one preparing the food as well. My burrito did not have any chorizo or avocado despite them being listed as the ingredients. Cherry on top was one of the male employees getting frustrated with his co worker (girl) and actually yelled «what the fuck?» As he walked away frustrated with her.
Waste of money. Poor service. I feel bad for the owners.

I really hate credit card swipe systems that automatically ask you what percentage tip you’d like to leave. The man who rang our to-​go order up immediately soured after glancing at the screen and seeing that I didn’t leave a tip.

During the off season in Vail, you don’t get too many selections of restaurants because majority of them are closed. That being said, not sure that I would have visited this place otherwise.
We ordered breakfast, had the waffles and the two egg special. Nothing spectacular, but we didn’t expect much. They are known for their sandwiches and ice cream though so that could have been better. The waffles were surprisingly crunchy but did lack taste and the eggs were not fresh, most likely the packaged eggs since the only option they had was scrambled, never seen that before. The potatoes with herbs were actually quite tasty. Since the ice cream display is right in front of you, my daughter kept nagging me if she could have one. So we got a scoop (I know bad mommy, giving ice cream after breakfast, lol, but it was vacation) and honestly nothing special, I’d rather have gone to the supermarket to get a blue bunny ice cream.
Service I have not much to say, just that I didn’t feel welcomed. You order and pick up, you choose a seat like a cafeteria. The annoying thing was that there were flies constantly which just drove me nuts that I wanted to get out as fast as possible.

I had a really good grilled vegetarian sandwich here wrapped in cute brown paper. The only bad thing was the staff was less than friendly. They acted as if they had better things to do than help customers.

Great cozy local (aka not Starbucks) place to grab a good hot chocolate on a cool and rainy day. Didn’t try the ice cream but they had a good selection of flavors and the pastries looked good too. Service was fast and friendly.

OK ice cream, but I doubt that it’s truly homemade. At least it was better than the horrible Rimini gelato in Lionshead.

Ice cream is very good!!! The staff gave many samples and weren’t annoyed when you asked for your third sample! Ice creams made in house! And gave free cups of water which helps to clear your throat after the ice cream! I had smores flavored! It was very good had graham crackers and layers of marshmellow!

We stopped in for breakfast in June, paid $ 14 for 2 small coffees, a hardened chocolate croissant and a dry stale muffin. We will not be returning.

Best ice cream and flavors ever! Sign says samples encouraged and they sure are. Staff is super nice. Blueberry cheesecake, cotton candy, vegan chocolate, Nutella banana, almond joy… So many amazing flavors and the taste is so pure and creamy.

Stopped by to pick up some sandwiches for lunch. The kids’ menu had grilled cheese, but the sandwich was actually made on a panini press. The cheese wasn’t melted by the time the bread was cooked and it was very greasy — but a fair price at $ 5. I ordered a ham and cheese to split with my other child, and the size was very generous. The ham was «off the frame» but it was thick, too salty, really chewy, and strings of fat that were more like bacon than sliced ham. There was very little cheese on the sandwich for the amount of ham they put on. Another woman next to me tried ordering turkey which they said they were out of, but it was just that it hadn’t been opened yet and they didn’t want to slice it. The quality of the two sandwiches just wasn’t worth it; one can make the equivalent and have it taste better at home.
The ice cream looked delicious, but with many food options in Vail, I would go elsewhere for a quick bite for lunch.

The girl with the accent behind the counter… watched her roll her eyes at least 10 times to every customer that asked a question. Sorry that someone want d to see how big the roll they make their sandwiches with is. Too much trouble for her to answer the lady that was asking. Must be «joes» daughter as any responsible owner with class would have fired her. If you don’t appreciate the people that pay your paycheck you should just quit. She was ok with me but so rude to everyone else. Will never come here again.

Staffs there are so nice and warm. I think his name is John? He recommended fudge and cranberry cheese flavor for me. They are SO good. I forgot to tell him I needed it to go. He then did me a plastic wrap with the plate. «Safe» and sweet!

Had a turkey wrap and it was just alright, certainly nothing special. The turkey was good but the honey mustard that came on it was watery. The wrap was a plain white tortilla, not what I was expecting. The cabbage that came on the wrap was by no means a slaw and was dry. Service was nice enough, plenty of places for seating. Ok spot to come to for a quick lunch.

Stopping at Joe’s in Vail was a pretty good experience. It’s located off the street in the basement of a building, so it can be a little difficult to find. In fact, my friends and I were only about 3 steps away from passing it and eating somewhere else. This isn’t a review for the ice cream just the sandwich. My friends ordered a breakfast McMuffin sort of deal which they weren’t too impressive with especially because of how expensive it was in comparison to something comparable. However, the other prices of the sandwich seemed to be a good price point (especially for Vail). I ordered a spicy sandwich that was actually pretty good it had peppers, spicy salami, and ham (along with a few other ingredients). If I end up in Vail again, I will probably be back for lunch at Joe’s and would recommend it to friend for a lunch spot.

This review is just for the Ice Cream. I am a bit of an ice cream snob as I have been making my own for nearly 20 yeRs. And this is the freshest tastiest ice cream I have ever had outside of my own kitchen. I have had ice cream at the creamery in State College Pa and it pales in comparison to the ice cream here. The salted caramel was divine.

We stopped by here because we were starving after rock climbing. We needed something quick and didn’t want to eat at a sit in place.
My vegetarian sandwich was ok. The focaccia bread wasn’t all that good and it was drenched in too much basil pesto. It was a grilled sandwich so it wasn’t too mushy or anything. My boyfriend had a turkey sandwich. Nothing special at all. Pretty plain. I ordered a side fruit cup to go with my sandwich. $ 3.99 for a tiny fruit cup?!? For real? The fruit wasn’t even special fruit like raspberries or anything. It was just melon and cantaloupe. It wasn’t even fresh. It was mushy fruit. You can’t charge $ 3.99 for a mush fruit cup.
We were in a hurry and needed food quick. That’s all this place satisfied us with.

This has become one of my favorite ice cream stores!
This deli/​ice cream joint is located in Vail Village, down the stairs of a store. Most people will walk by it without noticing it, but the words «22 homemade flavors» will not escape my attention!
I stopped by here after snowboarding and ordered the nutella & banana ice cream. Heaven in a cup! It is sooo good. I shared some with friends and we went back the next day to get it again. You can mix flavors. The next day, I got the same flavor plus the white chocolate almond.
On the third day, I decided to get a quart to go instead. Half Nutella & Banana and half Almond Joy. I’m like a little fat kid being gifted with a cake. So happily delicious!
My fourth day there… switched it up and got a milkshake.
I’m so glad I found this place. It made my snowboarding trip even more memorable and makes me want to return to Vail that much more. hahaha
It is pretty pricey, but worth it. For the most part, the employees seem alright. There is one kid who doesn’t smile, like he has a stick up his butt.

2 Words: Turkey Day– the sandwich the Elders have sung about for ages.
Small seating area, but surprisingly affordable (for Vail™). I hit this place up on the regular.

Joe’s is a little treasure in the heart of Vail, across the street from Vendetta’s pizza and underneath the Loro Piana store. If you’re hunting for ice cream or a great sandwich in Vail, look no further. The ice cream is remarkable, and the young local staff takes their time in scooping, but be patient: it is worth the wait and truly a local gem.
Best bet: grab the seat nearest the door for ventilation (Joe’s can get warm inside), and you’ll get great peoplewatching there.