Hershel's East Side Deli ended up being my favorite thing I tried at Reading Terminal Market. I had…read morethe pastrami Reuben, and it was absolutely delicious. It came with a generous pile of pastrami that was tender, flavorful, and exactly what you want from a deli sandwich. I tried a few different vendors in the market, and this was easily my favorite dish by far. Definitely worth stopping by if you're visiting.

After 10 years, I finally made my way back to Hershel's East Side Deli!…read more We already split something at another booth, so only had their pastrami breakfast sandwich to share. It was really good. The brisket was very tender and flavorful. This really hit the spot. I would 10/10 get this again. We also picked up an apple cake and a chocolate cake to take home for later and both were very good.

My father use to take me there when I was a kid, it's still have not miss a beat still great. I'm…read more50yrs now still enjoying the service..

I would die for these sandwiches 10/10 Order anything and it'll exceed expectations every time (in…read moremy experience). I love BLTs and turkey clubs. Breakfast sandwich hits too. Excited for what's to come. Get excited you guys

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.

Di Bruno Bros on Chestnut Street in Rittenhouse has just about everything one needs. Within its…read morewalls is a butcher shop, a sushi stall, cheese market, desert and coffee counter, delicatessen, hot food bar, rotisserie chicken cabinet, appetizer refrigerator, fresh fish, vegetable aisle, wines of many colors and flavors, frozen food, as well as staples. I'm sure I left stuff out but you have to immerse yourself in it to love it as much as I do. I found that their lunch hero's and focaccia sandwiches are the best in the city for under 15USD each. Every employee is helpful and goes out of their way to make sure things go well. There are a few tables inside and outside to enjoy your meal and snacks. 5 stars!

In my eternal quest to find the best grocery store rotisserie chicken in the world, Di Bruno Bros…read moreis the ONLY bird I have run into that had a dry rub... and I've eaten 76th different grocery store tissis as of penning this. I was initially perturbed at the sight of the dry rub, but after demolishing this entire thing, I began to question the rest of the country. Why isn't a dry rub more popular on a rotisserie chicken? It really works. It cost $12.99 and it ended up landing at 9/10, which currently ranks it 8th out of 76 grocery store birds I've tried. An ELITE bird. I was so hungover doing this review, and it damn near brought me back to life. You can lowkey feel that in the video. On an ancillary note, I love Philly with all of my being. There is so much soul down there. One of the most slept on food scenes in the world. I feel like I say this in every Philly review, but I will continue to say it until Philly gets the respect it deserves. GO BIRDS! For a full list of the rankings, head over to johnnynovo.com. LOVE YALL! IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__

Such a sweet family! The tone of the staff is so patient and kind over the phone and in person. I…read morecalled to order the Fried Fish sandwich and picked it up 30 minutes later. The fish was still warm. I loved how it wasn't indulged in sauce and the random bites of pepper.

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.

Always went here for party trays and personal hoagies ! They were the best ! Haven't been there for…read moreawhile but I will try again! Hope it just as good as I remember ! Will let you know

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 !!

I went some months ago with a few friends for brunch, and I thought it was pretty good. I…read moreappreciated the pickle bar, which had a lot of variety and was open to refills, and the sandwich I got was good too, I think something with corned beef or pastrami. Seemed like a pretty standard Jewish-style deli, and the sides were tasty as well. One of the people at our table ordered carrot cake, which was quite large, and I got to taste some of it, which was tasty too. All the staff there were very friendly too, and it's fairly loud in there like your typical local deli. I would consider going back again if I'm in the area or some friends are going.

It's been probably 1-2 years since my last visit. I forgot I was boycotting them over the Trump…read morecommercial. Hostess-very rude, no smile, barely spoke up to us. we prayed she wasn't our waitress too At the table -trash on the floor from previous diner(s) Our waitress was super nice. We ordered a Corned Beef special and a Roast beef special. When they arrived we couldn't tell the difference. I've never had such dark brown corned beef served to me Neither sandwich had any taste or flavor, like they forgot to put the pickling spice on. Maybe they aren't making the meats in house anymore? Pickle Bar - wow, you might as well just serve us the few sparse items that you now offer. Disappointing Overall- we travel a distance to come here and will take Hymies off our list. I've been a customer since Barson's on Haverford Ave in the 70s I had a sense that the love and care was no longer there. Sad

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.

Fantastic sandwiches and history. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu at Cosmi's. I like…read moretheir hoagies and cheesesteaks on seeded rolls. If you want to taste the history of Philadelphia go to Cosmi's.