50 Best Delis in Brooklyn

“Good Times Deli is hands down one of the best delis in Brooklyn. The staff is always welcoming, attentive, and quick, even when there’s a line. I usually grab the Super Chopped Cheese Roll and it never disappoints,fresh, loaded, and full of flavor. Beyond the food, it always feels like a true community gathering place where neighbors stop in, chat, and feel at home. Prices are fair, portions are generous, and service is consistently great. Definitely a go-to spot in the neighborhood!“

“The sandwich’s are priceless. The wait is worth it sometimes lol.“

“Blue Star always comes through in the clutch. It pains me to have moved out of daily range of this place. Vic, Mo, and Rudolpho are truly the best- never failed to make me, my roommates, and friends feel welcome and always took care of us with excellent service.

Will be back soon my friends! ??“

“Food on this place is good and tasty speciall the mexican bread taste just like the one from Mexico even tho place is small but people are nice and welcoming. Parking is not available but if you go with someone is better to avoid tickets if you get lucky you can find one right outside but remember to pay the meter.“

“I assumed this would be just okay, but it was genuinely great. Their personnel were extremely nice - entirely sincere. The surroundings contrast with the experience inside. Their dishes are extremely tasty. The place maintains honest flavor.“

“Aaron's Deli is more than just a deli—it's a community spot. Mama Luv is there almost every morning, greeting folks with a smile and real love. She’s like the heartbeat of the place, spreading positive energy and good vibes.

They’ve got your NYC staples like a solid BEC or a chopped cheese, but what makes this spot special is the rare finds—Seamoss Gel, Mullein Tea, and fresh fruit cups. There are plenty of healthy options too, which is hard to come by at most corner stores. Whether you’re grabbing something quick or just need a moment of good energy, Aaron’s Deli delivers every time.

Support local and pull up—you won’t regret it.

— Yishay Stewart-Mitchell“

“Amazingly friendly and welcoming, Middle Eastern and Hispanic staff (an unusual combination) go above and beyond to smile and be friendly. The menu, which includes Mexican, Breakfast, giant salads (make your own)and Vegan options, is diverse and fairly priced, for a guaranteed AMAZING QUALITY and originality. The selection of fresh veggie and fruit smoothies is even more diverse and fair ($7.99/large), and in food and drinks, they will tweak them to your tastebuds. They also have an impressive selection of refrigerated drinks, many from small producers. Despite being crowded inside and on the four small tables outside, and sometimes a bit of a wait (since each dish/wrap is made fresh on demand), it is well worth every penny and minute.
A true hidden gem!!!
Merci!“

“Deli guys are very attentive which I like and always come back. Overall store is full of different products and it's a welcoming environment. Used to go to the store across the street but I realized the food is always made to order here.“

“Friendly staff good food highly recommend this deli“

“The prepared meals are great in Beach deli ! Today the teriyaki chicken and rice was delicious ! 💙💜Thank you Kevin for being a great part of our community !“

“Yeah, I'll definitely be back. The food is really good 👍. I am satisfied but not sluggish. They are so nice with awesome souls. I am super proud of them. My experience was pleasant, and my sister loved them. That's a plus. I see why they had me 😃 laughing. Videos and photos below prices fluctuate. Bless up.

Parking: Look with hawks 👀

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Tasty Burgers - Great host! Thanks for the nice evenings 😊“

“I literally have been at this deli since they opened. I love them. They know their customers/remember their regulars. They are soooo nice and welcoming. It's a small deli but they got snacks for days ? I will literally go to them over any other deli.“

“Vegan food that makes love to your mouth! My first time having Jerked Seitan. OMG! Definitely worth getting with the avocado.“

“Every morning I order for my daughter and they treat her like a princess! Food is always fresh, service is fast, and the guys that work here are the absolute best in the world! Best Deli in Brooklyn Hands Down!👑❤️😘🎊🙌🏾👍🏽“

“Stayed around the corner from this fantastic store. Arrived as tourist and left feeling local.The guys here sorted out anything we needed any time any day, literally got treat like royalty with the staff.The food is impeccable, I was told to try a chopped cheese on my travels, I had nothing to compare it to, but delivered! As did the bacon egg and cheese and french toast, hot chocolate and coffee.Nothing is too much trouble, clean, fresh deli counter with an amazing selection!Looking forward to coming back to the neighbourhood and revisiting these guys!“

“delicious food, very nice staff“

“Check out my IG @lawyer.traveler.dreamer for more footage of our experience. David’s Brisket House in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, is a real piece of NYC food history. The shop has been around for more than 50 years and still serves some of the best sandwiches in the city. We ordered the famous “3 The Hard Way” to try all three classics: pastrami, brisket, and corned beef. Each one was stacked high on rye, and the flavors were incredible. The brisket had that perfect smoky edge, and the pastrami was full of spice and tenderness. You can feel the legacy in every bite. It’s casual, local, and full of character. If you want an authentic deli experience in Brooklyn, this is the spot to visit.“

“Delicious Breakfast Poutine!!!“

“Best in the neighborhood. You need a great meal to start your day this is the spot hands down. Customer service is great as well. You would never leave disappointed. If you’re into protein shakes request a jelly doughnut. Give a Thanks ReseSaucer Later.“

“I loved this place when I lived in Williamsburg. I'd go there almost every day for a breakfast sandwich because the prices were just right. The staff was also super friendly, especially Mr. Lee.

Whenever I'm visiting Williamsburg, I make sure to stop in to say hello <3“

“Atlantic Grill & Deli embodies perfection. The meals consistently offer quality and freshness that exceed the casual category. Their staff demonstrates expertise alongside genuine kindness. Their food preparation shows mastery. I'm ready for my next meal here.“

“A friendly neighborhood deli. Right on the way to or from the subway. A must go-to place for the neighborhood.“

“It’s a family business and even though you may not be related to them, they don’t make you feel any different. I’ve known them for a very short time, working across the street from the store, but the food is always fresh. It feels so good going into the store and they already know what you might be ordering because they understand breaks go fast and they want us to at least taste the food before the break is over. The buffet is always fresh. The food goes quick, before you blink it’s done, but they always replenish with different options. They always have a large variety.“

“𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 ⚠️: 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝟮𝟰 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀. 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝗼𝘅 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁. 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲. 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀, 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝘅 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁“

“Went there quick for a quick bite. Nothing but amazing! I order me a egg white with turkey , mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, chipotle mayo on whole wheat bread. The prices was really economical and overall the food was prepped right. Good job!“

“Im visiting family here and have been craving a good burger that didnt taste like grease yet was inexpensive and close by. This place is small yes, but theres some good stuff in there and their menu option for food they make on the grill is bigger than what you may expect for a place like this. Tonight I got a burger just to hold me over and the guy who made it was not only considerate and nice, but a slayer of the grill! If you want something quick you should 100% step in here for some snacks, drinks, food, and quality service“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
525 Deli is a gem in Brooklyn! Open 24 hours, it’s always clean and well-maintained, which is so refreshing for a late-night spot. The staff is super friendly, making you feel welcome no matter what time you come in. The food is amazing — from fresh deli sandwiches to hot bites, everything is on point. Plus, they offer beer, liquor, and a wide range of snacks, making it a one-stop shop for whatever you need. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!“

“This deli was a much needed addition to the neighborhood. I love their sandwiches. I’ve had one unpleasant experience trying to order a smoothie and substituting bananas because of my allergy. The man didn’t seem to understand what I was saying, and all of their smoothies have bananas so I just left. Kind of a bummer because theyre affordable smoothies, but I can’t take the risk. Their prices are very reasonable.“

“Stopped in late with my wife on our way to LaGuardia for a red eye flight. My wife had the chopped tuna on a roll and I had the chopped cheese on a roll. The sandwiches were fantastic and we both regretted that we had not ordered more to take back home to Texas. Friendly and helpful staff. We will be back here every time we visit NYC.“

“Review of Sam's Deli

Overall, everything at Sam's Deli is pretty good. The sandwiches are well-prepared, and the variety is decent. The location is convenient, and the service is friendly. However, I’m not a fan of the format where they sell gloves and prepare food in the same place. Because of this, I can never give it a full 5-star rating. I’d rate it 4 out of 5 stars.“

“This is an amazing deli. This is from the owner: We provide great food,our workers are kind. We welcome all our customers.
Our prices are decent. We recommend you to try out the food. Also, we provide fresh salads with anything you want and freshly made smoothies/protein shake. Always Fresh! Come try it out!“

“This is my go to store. They make the best hot food and have a very friendly and respectful staff who seems to love their job or respect the fact that they are making food for others so how it is handled and prepared does matter. The store is always clean and where they cook in the back is clean as well as the counter top. The refrigerator and shelves are as stocked as can be. Can't fault them for what sells out quickly because they do re - stock pretty quickly.“

“We enjoyed our meeting with food's that was catered from them! it was great“

“Your service and food quality 🥑🧄🥯🥚🍳🍩☕️🍰🍤is amazing your apple turnovers are to die 🍎for delivery service and prices are the best thank u FOR your service 😀👍🏻“

“Absolutely love the people. Kind, quick, and polite. Solid deli coffee. Good beer selection. Consistently disappointed in any breakfast sandwich with bacon. SEC is great. BLT & BEC only had two pieces of bacon. For the price, $6.50(ish), I would assume that there would be a better portion. Otherwise, I’m super happy with Bonafide.“

“Great community sharing the mission of high quality, local, organic and all natural food. Right here in Bushwick!“

“Wow 😮 who knew such flavors come from 🌱 basic wonderful fresh and delicious 😋 A.T.M Is original with a zestful layering ,each bite has bring an awesomeness!“

“Word Jackie ��� I'm here, I gave a like just like you asked ����“

“This place is amazing and the food is wonderful and the cashier and the other people are nice and they have a lot of drinks and all amazing food I recommend this place and I love the candy they have and the chips this place is a 5 star place“

“This deli has a great selection of food choices for lunch. You are able to select hot food which is made fresh or sandwiches. They have all kinds of rolls and sides to choose from.Plus they have a variety of sodas and drinks. You have a great owner and staff that are genuinely friendly, courteous, caring, and professional!“

“I wasn't expecting this but I just had the BEST CHICKEN OVER RICE of my life. What the hell? Almost wish I hadn't tasted it cos no halal will ever come close to this.

Also the guy cooking was super nice and asked where I was from.“

“This deli is fantastic! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and made with care. The service is excellent—friendly, fast, and attentive. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or sitting down for a meal, it’s always a great experience. Highly recommended. Best Chefs are Abdula and Dean in my opinion.“

“la barbacoa, el consomé y las tortas cubanas🤤 de hecho todo muy rico“

“Amazing store! I finally ate something with taste? Everything was fresh and very tasty. In the store you can find cold meats, cheeses, everything from Poland?? The lady who served us was very nice and helpful;) The decor in the style of the Polish People's Republic also attracts attention... For a store selling such goods, the prices are quite low.
I recommend! I'll be back there by ? ;)“

“Desayunos mexicanos was delicious !!
Food here is always well made and the store is clean. I absolutely recommend this deli to anyone that wants to enjoy a great meal and fill their pallet. Service he is always great and the people are respectful to all! Please try it out you wont be disappointed! 👌👏❤️“

“These guys care more about their customers than anyone I've ever seen. They've known people in the community for over 30 years, know everyone by name and keep a clean and tight opporation. Seriously, shop here and support the old American business model that used to be.“

“Everyone from the owner to the guy that restocks; they're all really great people. Despite the disrespect they often receive, they are always cool headed, kind, and respectful to everyone. The prices are fair for this hood, as the deli two blocks down, charges twice as much for many of the same things. You can't go wrong here, and the people who own and work here actually deserve your patronage! Highly recommend. Update: Still an amazing deli with an exceptional staff.“