I understand this plaxe had new ownership and hell yea!.
I really want to support them 100%..However, they've got some serious, shii to work out in their operations.
Waiting 30+ minutes for just two sandwiches felt pretty rough. What made it worse was the low output: watching the counter, they only managed to crank out maybe six sandwiches in that half-hour span, despite the line of people. 1. cashier who didn't seem to know the menu or do anything. Homeboy didnt take orders or really do anything. 2. One person taking orders but disappears 15 min. At a time. 3. Employees just standing around; there was zero hustle or coordination.
When my sandwich finally arrived, it was made incorrectly.
I'm trying to be supportive, but the efficiency and attention to detail are currently way off. The potential is still here, and I'll give them another shot because of my history, but the wait times need to be fixed cuz dis was a nah for me dawg.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Logan Mathos
TLDR: Skip this place.
Parking is terrible and the place is underwhelming. No indoor seating and the patio is disconnected from the building in a central Phoenix alley. Staff is nice but terribly disorganized. Veggie sandwich should just because meatless. Potato salad came in a 16 oz cup.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Dan James (danjmcs)
First time back since they reopened and the Italian didn't disappoint, excellent as usual!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Denise
Excellent sandwich and friendly staff. Will go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scott Sullivan
Wonderful atmosphere and ambiance! Service is top tier! The owners are incredible!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anthony Reyes
Place been open for 75 year's. New owners, now the place is closed for remodel even though their website says they are open rn. I would suggest not trying to reinvent the wheel but what do I know? Predicting the beginning of the end. So sad. 🤷♂️
Joelle Holt
We saw this story on the news and decided to give it a try and it didn't disappoint! An update, the deli isn't closing, it was sold and the family is staying on for awhile during transfer. I surmise that they won't like the changes and will open another deli with the daughter at the helm. If you want a sandwich that isn't on a roll...an actual sandwich you gotta try this place! (Their rolls are awesome too) I had the Manhattan on marbled rye and I can't stop thinking about it! Reminds me of Perry's deli back home in Napa.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Craig Onuschak
They found a buyer and are not closing!! New owners start May 31.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike Carrillo
This place should not close!!!! I've wanted to go here since I heard about it! I've lived in Phx since 1/86 from D-Port, Iowa. 4-28-25 today. Ordering 2 sandwiches & macaroni salad! Perfect deliciousness!
Travis Anglin
Cheese N Stuff is a hidden treat in central Phoenix that has been serving the community for almost 70 years, and the moment you step inside, you feel like you’re entering someone’s home rather than a deli.
It’s a special experience that feels personal and authentic. Their sandwiches are simply delicious—every bite bursting with freshness and flavor. You can truly taste the pride this family has in their business, and it makes the experience that much more enjoyable.
Great local sandwich shop. I must admit, I have fallen into the habit of getting a "Doughboy" sandwich and a large cup of freshly brewed sun tea; in my opinion, a perfect combo.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Luis Hernandez
Very cool, Mom and Pop shop. Very great place highly recommended. I had The Haturo very good way better than a lot of the bigger chains. Their subs are way more stuffed than the big chains. More food for you buck definitely will go again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amber Brown-Michael
What a wonderful little place. The pasta salad is killer. Everything is freshly made and high quality. It's an amazing family owned and operated. family atmosphere is totally welcoming. And the greeter is the greatest. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel James
Such a wonderful place. Somehow I've missed stopping in since I moved here in the mid-80s and they've been open since 1949!! Everyone was so nice and since we couldn't decide on the sub they made us the Italian & the Sicilian and split them for us so we could have half of each to try with both being great. Pickles were excellent as well
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Italian Sub
Monica Goyer
It’s all bread, not much meats or other stuff. Firehouse gives you plenty of meat at no extra cost.
I understand this plaxe had new ownership and hell yea!.
I really want to support them 100%..However, they've got some serious, shii to work out in their operations.
Waiting 30+ minutes for just two sandwiches felt pretty rough. What made it worse was the low output: watching the counter, they only managed to crank out maybe six sandwiches in that half-hour span, despite the line of people.
1. cashier who didn't seem to know the menu or do anything. Homeboy didnt take orders or really do anything.
2. One person taking orders but disappears 15 min. At a time.
3. Employees just standing around; there was zero hustle or coordination.
When my sandwich finally arrived, it was made incorrectly.
I'm trying to be supportive, but the efficiency and attention to detail are currently way off. The potential is still here, and I'll give them another shot because of my history, but the wait times need to be fixed cuz dis was a nah for me dawg.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
TLDR: Skip this place.
Parking is terrible and the place is underwhelming. No indoor seating and the patio is disconnected from the building in a central Phoenix alley. Staff is nice but terribly disorganized. Veggie sandwich should just because meatless. Potato salad came in a 16 oz cup.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
First time back since they reopened and the Italian didn't disappoint, excellent as usual!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent sandwich and friendly staff. Will go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful atmosphere and ambiance! Service is top tier! The owners are incredible!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Place been open for 75 year's. New owners, now the place is closed for remodel even though their website says they are open rn. I would suggest not trying to reinvent the wheel but what do I know? Predicting the beginning of the end. So sad. 🤷♂️
We saw this story on the news and decided to give it a try and it didn't disappoint!
An update, the deli isn't closing, it was sold and the family is staying on for awhile during transfer. I surmise that they won't like the changes and will open another deli with the daughter at the helm. If you want a sandwich that isn't on a roll...an actual sandwich you gotta try this place! (Their rolls are awesome too)
I had the Manhattan on marbled rye and I can't stop thinking about it! Reminds me of Perry's deli back home in Napa.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They found a buyer and are not closing!! New owners start May 31.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place should not close!!!! I've wanted to go here since I heard about it! I've lived in Phx since 1/86 from D-Port, Iowa. 4-28-25 today. Ordering 2 sandwiches & macaroni salad! Perfect deliciousness!
Cheese N Stuff is a hidden treat in central Phoenix that has been serving the community for almost 70 years, and the moment you step inside, you feel like you’re entering someone’s home rather than a deli.
It’s a special experience that feels personal and authentic. Their sandwiches are simply delicious—every bite bursting with freshness and flavor. You can truly taste the pride this family has in their business, and it makes the experience that much more enjoyable.
I can’t wait to come back!
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Great local sandwich shop. I must admit, I have fallen into the habit of getting a "Doughboy" sandwich and a large cup of freshly brewed sun tea; in my opinion, a perfect combo.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very cool, Mom and Pop shop. Very great place highly recommended. I had The Haturo very good way better than a lot of the bigger chains. Their subs are way more stuffed than the big chains. More food for you buck definitely will go again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a wonderful little place. The pasta salad is killer. Everything is freshly made and high quality. It's an amazing family owned and operated. family atmosphere is totally welcoming. And the greeter is the greatest. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such a wonderful place. Somehow I've missed stopping in since I moved here in the mid-80s and they've been open since 1949!! Everyone was so nice and since we couldn't decide on the sub they made us the Italian & the Sicilian and split them for us so we could have half of each to try with both being great. Pickles were excellent as well
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Italian Sub
It’s all bread, not much meats or other stuff. Firehouse gives you plenty of meat at no extra cost.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
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