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    Diamond Deli

    4.7 (336 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis, Desserts, Sandwiches
    Closed 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Old Bald Guy... delicious
    Marla M.

    Visiting from the L.A. area and had to try Diamond Deli, as we own a deli and love to try other mom and pop shops when we travel, and O.M.G. It was AMAZING! We're even gonna try to get back another time before we leave! Love the different names of sandwiches with different ingredients than the average shop. The breads were all delicious. The side salads were to die for. And the overall vibe, perfect. Got to meet the owner and have a little chat after the crowd died down a little bit which was great as well. Love supporting a family owned spot that pours their love into what they do! You can taste the love in every bite and we've already told all of the family we're here visiting to go ASAP!

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    Lena A.

    It's a 5 star for a Deli. The staff is so friendly, even though the line is out the door, they take time with customers to explain things and are friendly in communication. The staff seems to have great time working there, which is nice to see that kind of relationship between employees. The inside of the store is a Deli vibe and ambience is relaxed. The sandwiches are delicious! Thank you guys! Keep it up. Looking back to visiting the place when I'm back in Akron. P.S. The Bold guy sandwich was really good!

    David L.

    Just want to start off saying that I love a good sandwich, they are one of the best things to eat when your feeling hungry. I am the type of person who loves a local owned sandwich shop rather than a big chain sandwich shop. So with that said my story on how I came to know about the Diamond Deli and how I made my way to finally eating at the Diamond Deli is a two part story. First the story starts about five months ago when my family moved to Ohio from Florida, my daughter was accepted to the University of Akron which was amazing on her part. So when we found out about my daughter's acceptance to the University of Akron my sister in-law told me about this tiny little sandwich shop known as as the Diamond Deli which she said it was nestled in the heart of the Akron University area and that they offered some of the best handcrafted sandwiches know to mankind. She told me that the place was so legit that most days the line is out the door and that they were only open for a short period of time usually until about 4 pm in the afternoon. So if you didn't get there in time to get yourself one of their signature sandwiches you were missing out. So now that brings me to the second part of my story. About a couple days ago I started up a Door Dash Driver account so I could earn some extra money for my family. I was with my wife and we were Door Dashing in the Akron Ohio area when my wife and I were finding ourselves to be mighty hungry when our next order from Door Dash popped up and it was from the Diamond Deli which means it was destiny that we were to finally try one of Diamond Deli's sandwiches. We came into the Deli from the back entrance and the first thing I noticed was the decor of the shop. The decor was straight fire, there was sports memorabilia all over the shop, which was mostly Akron Zip stuff just awesome. The second thing I noticed was the massive chalkboard that had the menu written on it and all the sandwiches had really imaginative names. I ordered Amy's Sound of Music which is a sandwich that has Smoked Turkey, Muenster Cheese, Honey Mustard on grilled Italian bread. The sandwich was so yummy in my tummy, it was well toasted and all the flavors blend perfectly together it was straight fire . My wife took the build your own sandwich path and had them craft her a mighty tasty ham sandwich. The customer service that was provided to us was amazing and all the employees were very nice. They all knew their stuff when it came to crafting scrumptious sandwiches. The coolest thing from my whole experience at the Diamond Deli was that I noticed a tattoo on one of the guys making our sandwiches and that tattoo was the logo of the shop itself which shows the dedication they have for their sandwich shop. So if your ever find yourself in the Akron Ohio area near the University of Akron I highly recommend you grab yourself a sandwich from the Diamond Deli.

    This is the Old Bald Guy Sandwich.   She says it's the best sandwich she has ever had.

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    12 years ago

    J-Dub is really big and really good. Soup is also delicious. Staffs are extremely friendly.

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    10 years ago

    Great corn beef sandwiches best in Akron. Sides aren't all that but the make amazing sandwiches.

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    10 years ago

    Love Diamond Deli the food is amazing! My favorite is Zach's "Yeah, Right Dad" best chicken salad I have ever had. Customer for life!

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    12 years ago

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    11 years ago

    This place is fantastic. I've definitely found a my new lunch spot in Akron. Had the Chad and the Matzo soup. The chad is a great sandwich.

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    11 years ago

    Legit place. Been there 2 times and it's great. Mom and pop type of place. Wide variety of deli options. Very original sandwiches

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    13 years ago

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    12 years ago

    Great food and great coffee. Staff are funny and friendly, this place is a contestant for favorite deli of all time......

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    10 years ago

    Very good place with lots of menu options, but most of the menu items are of similar flavor. Good quality though

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    16 years ago

    Food considered alone, 5 stars easy! Every time I think to stop by they are closed, and I am stuck getting jimmy johns...

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    Is the food here kosher?

    No, it is not even really a Jewish deli. It has deli inspired foods.

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