I love Jewish Delis. So I concluded my World Cup weekend with lunch at 4th Street. It was as good…read moreas can be. I had the extra sized pastrami Rueben on toasted rye. Massive. The meat was moist, tasty, properly salted, with a discernible bark. The amount of cheese, sauerkraut, & dressing accentuated the pastrami, although so much meat would be hard to impact! It needed the long spear to stay together. But yet I could cut & shave & make mini sandwiches. The potato salad was a great refresher. Not too tart, with carrots, celery, & I could taste onion. The pickle was not too acidic. Great crunch. A nice interlude between bites of the sandwich & potato salad. I took my time. It went into overtime. Washing it down with coke. My taste buds won. Great service. A nice diner like vibe. Incredible menu. We don't have this level of Jewish Deli in the Bay Area. I'd go every week. $36.18 is with it! I threw in a $10 tip for a great meal & nice waitress.

My mother has been a loyal customer of 4th Street Deli for many years, so this review is especially…read moredisappointing to write. Most of our food was delicious as usual. While I was downtown, I picked up about $92 worth of food, including 1 1/2 pounds of shrimp salad that couldn't be ordered online because, for some reason, the website would not allow it. The very next day, when we went to eat it, something was clearly wrong. The shrimp salad caused a tingling sensation on our tongues, and it was obvious it had gone bad. I called the deli to let them know not just because we couldn't eat it, but because I thought they would want to know if there was a potential issue with the batch. Instead of receiving an apology or any concern, I was met with a dismissive response of, "Oh, that's weird," and the conversation felt condescending. I explained that I couldn't bring the shrimp salad back because I'm leaving town and my mother has limited mobility. I wasn't asking for a refund on our entire order. I simply asked if they could issue a gift card or store credit for the shrimp salad so my mother could use it on a future visit. Every possible solution I suggested was met with an excuse as to why it couldn't be done. The spoiled food was disappointing, but the lack of empathy and customer service was worse. Loyal customers deserve to be treated with respect when they raise a legitimate concern. After years of supporting 4th Street Deli, this experience has unfortunately convinced us that it will be our last visit. I'm reading they have new owners, so maybe it's not the same amazing management we are used to.

The only place I can compare it to is the former Wolfie's on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. It…read moreserved a large Jewish community very well until it closed back in 2002. But, I must tell you... Hershel's Corned Beef Reuben was way better than any sandwich I ever had there. The cut of meat is thicker and the portion sizes are huge. My husband thinks he heard the guy say it was three-quarters of a pound of corned beef. I believe it because it definitely felt like there was at least 6 ounces on my half of the sandwich. I'm glad we decided to split it. It was totally worth the price that we paid for it. We arrived around 4:00 pm on a Thursday. It was busy at the market, but not as busy as it was on Saturday. We were tossed between the Reuben and the Rachel. The difference is that the Rachel has cole slaw instead of sauerkraut. I don't think you can go wrong either way. It didn't take long for the order to be ready. The service was great. They split the sandwiches and wrapped them individually. We each got a pickle spear. We didn't have to go too far to find seats. They have bar seating along the back counter that's specifically for their customers. The Reuben was very tasty. I even liked the pickle. I think they have desserts, but we had no room for it. I'd love to return one day to try their pastrami, and maybe even the breakfast. I wish we would have had more time to try one of these sandwiches on Challah bread. The menu has a little something for anyone craving a Jewish style deli experience. It's worth a visit when at Reading Terminal Market.

Corned beef on rye- Potato knish…read moreCorned beef was tender and tasty- seeded rye was old and couldn't hold up to the meat without tearing. Potato knish was not even warm- ask RUDE COUNTER STAFF if they could heat it up- I was told it is warm comes right out of a warmer- I said don't care where it's coming from it's NOT HOT can you please heat it up- nothing!!! Didn't eat it but was stilled charged for it ZERO+++ CUSTOMER SERVICE

The most amazing sandwich ever made! The ingredients and craftsmanship are top tier! Koch's really…read moredoesn't miss!!

Top 5 non-cheesesteak things I have eaten on my cheesesteak adventure. Koch's Deli has been on my…read morego-to list for a while. They have a 4.8 rating on Google Maps. It's summer, so I was hoping they wouldn't be crowded. I was reading their online menu. Most of their sandwiches have fun names. I looked at the steak sandwich section. There were no fun names. When I arrived at Koch's, I was greeted by a nice young man. I told him I review cheesesteaks but felt like I should get a sandwich that was more representative of Koch's. He suggested the Jewish Hoagie. I didn't realize how much he would change my life. I took my Jewish Hoagie to 2SP Brewing in Aston. I was taking pictures of my Jewish Hoagie at the bar. My new best friend Paul came over to ask where I got the hoagie. My Jewish Hoagie was amazing. Plus, it is fun to say 'My Jewish Haogie.'

Yum!! A jewish deli is always going to be a hit in my book and Schlesinger's is no exception…read more The staff is always so lovely, food comes out quick and the menu is huge and delish. Tons of seating inside and even when they are busy, they are quick to get folks in without rushing people out. I haven't explored their lunch/dinner menu yet, but their breakfast is so good and fresh.

Won award as one of the top twenty diners in the US in 2019. Really just pretty average and very…read moreJewish menu. Well worth a visit in busy part of center city Philadelphia. Family business that has survived and seems to be doing well. Lots of wall pictures of history and menu with nice touch of Jewish jokes inside cover. Coffee as you expect in diner and hash with potatoes ok and plentiful. Friendly service in clean environment. Good but apart from the history nothing special.

I mean... where to begin?…read more DiBruno Brothers is an institution in Philly that lives up to the hype. Amazing boutique foods, cheeses, butcher shops, funky coffees, sandwiches and more. The staff is super knowledgeable and helpful, and the hustle and bustle of the place makes it feel like an experience. The store doesn't waste an inch of space, so be prepared to literally have to look high and low for what you need, but you'll find gems along the journey.

I can't believe I slept on Di Bruno Bros for so long. The grocery aspect is wonderful, there are…read moredelectable, local cheeses, chips, meats. breads, cakes, sandwiches to go, and plenty of drinks to choose from. We walked in for a late lunch and were overwhelmed by all our options. There's also a butcher's shop if you want fresh meats, and a designated cafe section for beverages and pastries to go. I chose an eggplant sandwich, which was thinly sliced, breaded, and fried, with mozzarella, and artichokes. The sandwich itself was so filling. The chips and pickle were an added bonus. They heated it for us before we went upstairs to eat. There's a quieter section with more ambiance upstairs, so we enjoyed the ac while we ate. I came back a few days later for a strawberry shortcake, and it was worth the trip. I love cake, so the miniature options were appealing and practical. Most of the cakes range from $12-30..Which is not a bad price for how much you get!

Dolores' "2 Street" is a fantastic little deli tucked into the heart of South Philly. The space…read moreitself may be small, but what they're banging out behind that counter is anything but. Between the hospitality, juicy cutlets, and absolutely massive sandwiches, this little spot has quickly earned a place near the top of my list whenever I've been hit by a hoagie hankering. When you enter, you're greeted by a friendly staff who gives nothing but your classic S. Philly love and insight on which OG or special hoagie they recommend. While the cashier helps you choose, the team is hard at work in the back slicing fresh eggplant, slinging out plush sesame seeded rolls or piling up fresh fried JUICCYY cutlets onto any one of their phenomenal sandwiches. This was our first time here and definitely not the last. While I've been hankering for an acidic and bright classic Italian, the cashier and his list of specials made me an offering I couldn't refuse. Here's the rundown: The Poohbear $14: Sliced to order honey turkey, honey ham, American cheese, shrettuce, tomato, fried pickles, honey mustard, mayo, SPO, EVOO. This was a great mashup of sweet and savory, rich and acidic. The fried pickles helped cut through the sweetness of the meats and honey mustard, while the mayo, SPO, and EVOO brought just enough fat, juiciness, and seasoning to pull everything together. It's the kind of sandwich that hits a little bit of everything, so you never get bored from one bite to the next. 7 out of 10. Hot in Herr (Special) $16: Chicken Cutlets encrusted in Herrs Long Hot Chips, Sharp Provolone, Sauteed Broccoli Rabe (originally comes w/ spinach), Long Hots w/ Long Hot Mayo. SPO/ Roasted Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. This was exceptional. The cutlets were perfectly fried, juicy and pounded thin but not too thing that you felt like you were eating chicken bacon. The spicy potato chip crust added a nice background kick of heat while the long hots and swapped-in rabe added the vegetal bitterness this needed to cut through the richness. The sharp prov was chefs kiss as was the schmear of long hot mayo and roasted garlic EVOO. Order this if on the menu and make sure you've got a cold one nearby because she is SPICAAYY. 9 out of 10. Dolores' doesn't just deliver massive hoags with great hospitality and price tags that blow a lot of other places out of the water. The flavors, creativity, and quality all go above and beyond too. An absolute MUST if you're in South Philly and if not, still well worth the drive, walk or bike ride. Grab your sando's, take them to the local dog park, bring them to a Phil's game, or find yourself a nearby stoop where nobody's home and dig into some of the best the area has to offer.

This deli is very small, only a table at the back so I recommend to order for a takeout…read more The sandwich is huge so you can share or save the other half for later. Chicken cutlet is not dry and perfectly cooked. Sarcone bread definitely elevates the taste of the sandwich Service was great. Friendly staff and order is completed in a short time. What is unique about this place is the Mummers themed decorations on the wall including the Mummers umbrellas. Very south Philly and show casing the Mummers spirit of pennsport neighborhood.

A1 neighborhood deli. Best hoagies in the area. Authentic The staff is very personal and…read moreaccommodating. My faves are the chicken salad and Italian. They even offer some outdoor dining as well. Definitely recommend :)

I feel like I'm late to the party with this spot. Definitely one of the best hoagies I've had in a…read morevery long time and I'm general. Call before you go, this will save you a few minutes. All in all this is one of if not the best Hoagie in the city !!

A delicatessen with a pickle bar?! Count me in! A must visit destination for me when visiting one…read moreof my besties in Philly. I've been for breakfast, lunch and dinner through the years. Their challah French toast is something I often think fondly of! They've always been super friendly, and this location may be older but kept clean. I would not just return, but suggest others to stop by in they are visiting the area!

My partner had been to both Murray's Deli and Hymie's Deli in Ardmore. We wanted to have lunch…read moreafter an appointment, so I took a quick look on Yelp, and decided to go to Hymie's. It was packed - only a few tables were available at 12:30 on a Friday afternoon. We were immediately seated and looked over the menu. We decided to share a 1/2 Pastrami sandwich ( you can order 1/2 a sandwich ), 1/2 a Corned Beef sandwich, an order of Potato Latkes and we each had a small bowl of Chicken Matzo Ball soup. The soup was delicious - it was a little bowl with tiny shreds of carrots and chicken. The broth tasted very good, however, the matzo ball was a 'little' different. They were light and fluffy - but there was no texture or flavor at all....none. I would have thought the matzo balls would have absorbed some of the flavor from the soup, but it didn't. I finished the soup, but left the matzo ball. My partner likes pastrami over corned beef - she says it's a more 'peppery' flavor. While I probably prefer corned beef over pastrami because it's a leaner cut, my 'baseline' for pastrami is Katz's (NYC). I'm sure Katz's has great corned beef, but I've only had pastrami there - it's the best I've had. I thought my Corned Beef sandwich was excellent - it was lean, tender and very tasty. I squeeze out a little mound of mustard on my plate and dip. My partner thought her Pastrami sandwich was very good - it was also quite lean. I took a few bites of the pastrami, I thought my corned beef was tastier and had more texture. It almost seemed like they sliced the pastrami too thin. She liked her pastrami more than my corned beef - I suppose it's all a matter of individual taste. The Potato Latkes were delicious - especially with the applesauce! They were a little thicker than I might have preferred, possibly from either potato starch or matzo meal. However, there was a very nice potato taste and the thicker texture was fine. Of course, on the way out I saw a large selection of pasties and had to try a few! I got a few of the Rugelach and a Poppy Hamantash. The Rugelach were a disappointment - the interiors of all were very thick and doughy. I ate some of the exterior layers.....and left the rest. The Poppy Hamantash, on the other hand was one of the best I've had. It was by far the largest one I've ever had! As a result, there wasn't enough Mohn (poppy filling) for such a large pastry! The filling was very good as was the cookie (it was like 1/2 scone and 1/2 cookie)! Overall, Hymie's exceeded my expectations and I'll look forward to returning.

After hearing a lot of hype about this being one of the best delis in Philadelphia I wanted to find…read moreout for myself. To get right into it, I will say our to go order had a few errors. One sub was missing cheese and three were missing marinara. Taste wise I would say they're cheesesteak is solid, but could use some sort of seasoning. I highly recommend getting the seeded roll. Their roasted pork was good as well. I can't say either were the best I've ever had, but definitely above average. Overall, I would say give this place a shot, I would come here again, but would definitely double check my to go order before leaving.

Have been to Cosmi's many times. Loved the place. Huge hoagies. Was in three days ago. Ordered two…read morehoagies. Not impressed at all. Yes, tasted good but really thin on the interior. I paid $32 for a lot of seeded roll. Not happy about that. This is usually a five star joint. Not this trip. There are far too many locations in the NJ/Philly metro area for me to back to Cosmi's. Sorry. Jason Blum Washington, DC

Super cute fam runs this place. It's clear that they care about their customers and have many…read moreregulars Chicken club- triple decker sandwich! The bread I felt was a little too dry and crisp. The sauce was very yummy and elevated the sandwich. The chicken itself was also seasoned and not dry, which I feel like is common Shrimp taco- this was the special! Fantastic. It was creamy and flavorful. There was a nice crunch from the cabbage slaw too. This was also super filling too. They def don't skimp on the shrimp.

Wanted something fairly light for lunch and this popped up on my search. Easy ordering process,…read morefood was ready slightly earlier than promised. I had the turkey sandwich and it was generously portioned and able to pick and choose what went into the sandwich, it was exactly what I wanted and it was delicious!