I don’t know what happened at Kelly’s Deli, but it felt like the food was actively trying to fight me. My sandwich looked like it lost a battle with a lawnmower, the bread was so dry I’m pretty sure it was seconds away from crumbling into ancient dust, and the cheese had the personality of a wet napkin.
The service? Let’s just say my server disappeared so completely I thought they’d been abducted by aliens. By the time someone finally noticed me, I had aged emotionally by at least three years.
If you’re hungry, go literally anywhere else. If you’re not hungry, go somewhere else anyway—Kelly’s Deli might make you lose your appetite for the rest of the week.
Would not recommend unless you enjoy disappointment wrapped in bread.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jasper
pretty good subs but was not amazing for me. maybe next time. although i find quite expensive
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Neil Sorensen
Well, it’s Kelly’s Deli! One of the debatable “top 3 sub spots in hrm” ( the other two being “two boys” and keizers)
As you walk in, you are met with a long narrow store which naturally leads you to the sandwich/ sub boards to initiate the construction of your home style subway- ish masterpiece 👌.
I was pretty excited for this place so I went for a small smoked meat sub AND a “Brother’s cold cuts” full size sub 😊- that’s right, a goddamned sub and a half got stuffed into this gullet!
Smoked meat was toasted with Swiss, accompanied by classic mustard and pickle… it was delectable.🤤
Second was the classic brother’s cold cuts and yeehaw, this was a little trip into flavour-town. I asked for all the vegetables, and it did not disappoint. Delicious sub. What stood out from the comp was the bread for me. It was fresh, fluffy and held the package together nicely.
I have included a mid pic of the smoked meat an got you a full brother’s shot with a cross- section 🥹.
After all three reviews are posted, I will break down who is my fav and why. But each shop has something as a + to offer
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Toney
The food is always so good . We travel hrs to eat here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Subs
Lisa W
Variety
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Tony Rojsawangthip
Kelly’s Deli makes some awesome subs super fresh, loaded up, and always hit the spot. You can tell they don’t skimp on the toppings, and everything tastes great. The staffs are pretty chill and cool too, which makes it a nice, laid-back place to grab a bite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak and Cheese, Black Forest Ham
Kevin Jones
It's friggin good. If you want a good sandwich, get one from here. It's that simple.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Applehead Studio
love the brand refresh! The place looks great! Helluva great smoked meat sandwich!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Subs, Sandwich
Adrian Armstrong
Plain, simple, old school, and great prices and service
Food is great, that Maxim is a tall handsome fella ;)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Subs
Will Ryze
A completely mild experience. Staff didn't know much about what they were making, which doesn't bother me too much - its the COST. Does the picture attached look like its worth $9.99 before tax? This is the only time I will admit I have small hands, there was a pathetic amount of meat inside. This place has a 4.9 stars because it's a staple of the community, I assume, not because it objectively should.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Anthony Smith
Overall great spot, had the Italian meatball beats subways meatball sub anyday
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Luke MacDonald
It's the best deli in Halifax. This place is the real deal. Owners are great, subs are incredible. If you're around these parts do yourself a favour and go!
Awesome subs and a crazy variety!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I don’t know what happened at Kelly’s Deli, but it felt like the food was actively trying to fight me. My sandwich looked like it lost a battle with a lawnmower, the bread was so dry I’m pretty sure it was seconds away from crumbling into ancient dust, and the cheese had the personality of a wet napkin.
The service? Let’s just say my server disappeared so completely I thought they’d been abducted by aliens. By the time someone finally noticed me, I had aged emotionally by at least three years.
If you’re hungry, go literally anywhere else. If you’re not hungry, go somewhere else anyway—Kelly’s Deli might make you lose your appetite for the rest of the week.
Would not recommend unless you enjoy disappointment wrapped in bread.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
pretty good subs but was not amazing for me. maybe next time. although i find quite expensive
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Well, it’s Kelly’s Deli! One of the debatable “top 3 sub spots in hrm” ( the other two being “two boys” and keizers)
As you walk in, you are met with a long narrow store which naturally leads you to the sandwich/ sub boards to initiate the construction of your home style subway- ish masterpiece 👌.
I was pretty excited for this place so I went for a small smoked meat sub AND a “Brother’s cold cuts” full size sub 😊- that’s right, a goddamned sub and a half got stuffed into this gullet!
Smoked meat was toasted with Swiss, accompanied by classic mustard and pickle… it was delectable.🤤
Second was the classic brother’s cold cuts and yeehaw, this was a little trip into flavour-town. I asked for all the vegetables, and it did not disappoint. Delicious sub. What stood out from the comp was the bread for me. It was fresh, fluffy and held the package together nicely.
I have included a mid pic of the smoked meat an got you a full brother’s shot with a cross- section 🥹.
After all three reviews are posted, I will break down who is my fav and why. But each shop has something as a + to offer
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is always so good . We travel hrs to eat here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Subs
Variety
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Kelly’s Deli makes some awesome subs super fresh, loaded up, and always hit the spot. You can tell they don’t skimp on the toppings, and everything tastes great. The staffs are pretty chill and cool too, which makes it a nice, laid-back place to grab a bite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak and Cheese, Black Forest Ham
It's friggin good. If you want a good sandwich, get one from here. It's that simple.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
love the brand refresh! The place looks great! Helluva great smoked meat sandwich!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Subs, Sandwich
Plain, simple, old school, and great prices and service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Subs
Restaurantji Recommends
Amazing steak and cheese sub with salad
Food is great, that Maxim is a tall handsome fella ;)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Subs
A completely mild experience. Staff didn't know much about what they were making, which doesn't bother me too much - its the COST. Does the picture attached look like its worth $9.99 before tax? This is the only time I will admit I have small hands, there was a pathetic amount of meat inside. This place has a 4.9 stars because it's a staple of the community, I assume, not because it objectively should.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Overall great spot, had the Italian meatball beats subways meatball sub anyday
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
It's the best deli in Halifax. This place is the real deal. Owners are great, subs are incredible. If you're around these parts do yourself a favour and go!
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