Honestly the best Rueben sandwich I've ever had...it's not a traditional Rueben but it's fantastic . I'm already planning on going back next Tuesday.. if it's your first time there be sure to ask for the tasting plate, perfect way yo get a small taste of several different sandwiches before picking the one you want ...,genius read more

This place is terrible! Terrible food, terrible service! Oops... didn't mean to say terrible... I meant to say terribly good!!! The Reuben is the best in the city! You can find a better deli sandwich in all of Cleveland!! The people are so nice! read more

O my goodness the food is amazing. I have been there twice now and I can't get enough. Everyone is so pleasant and on my first visit the made me free of charge a sampler plate that was great. I recommend this place, they make great sandwiches and the homemade condiments set off the sandwich. You won't be dissatisfied or disappointed. read more

Finally had a chance to give this deli a try. Upon entering I was greeted with a warm HELLO. The staff is so darn friendly. They had a wonderful assortment of drinks and chips to go with your sandwiches. I got the Reuben and it was super tasty. I was also able to sample the roast beef and it is amazing. read more

Super tasty, yummy Rueben sandwich from Express Deli. We also get a side of potato salad to go with the sandwich. If you've never been there, when you first come in they will give you a sample of a sandwich to taste. Very friendly owner and staff. It can get busy around lunch time,, but they do make it fresh to order. And the wait isn't that long. The pickle is good too. If your in the area and want to try some good food from a small local business, this is the place! Enjoy read more

Great offering. Friendly sincere family owned service. Fast. Tasty. COVID-friendly. read more

Express Deli - Good spot! - Delis Near Me - Brook Park, Ohio

What a great family-owned business. My first-time here and the wife gave me a sampling of 3 of their sandwiches. Such a treat. I ordered the Reuben and it was fantastic! During checkout I was able to get to know the husband and he was asking me questions about where I was from and you can tell this is a caring family. I forgot my receipt and he came running to my car to make sure I had it before I left the parking lot. It's not about how much mass business they can sell it's about people and relationships....you can definitely tell this is a family-run business. Food is excellent but the service and the atmosphere is even better. read more

Fantastic deli! I discovered this hidden gem, through the Yelp app. I am thrilled to be only 2 miles away at my new office, and looking forward to frequent lunch visits! The hot Italian wrap was delicious.. can not forget to mention the fantastic customer service. read more

Discovered this place after hearing some family friends talking about it. ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL. I've gotten the hot Italian wrap and it doesn't compare to anywhere else. I added pickles to mine and they are thin sliced and so delicious. The house dressing they use is literally to die for. AND the pita wraps are so unique and make the entire sandwhich. Very friendly staff that make you feel at home and they even remembered my name :-). I Literally get cravings for their food and I can't wait to try more on the menu. read more

Express Deli - Turkey & pepperoni wrap - Delis Near Me - Brook Park, Ohio

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This place is amazing, the family could not be greater. The food is amazing and the service is incredible. Will be back for sure. Love the corned beef and pastrami read more

Amazing sandwiches. The owner and his family are nice, fun and eager to make you a fantastic meal

Such great sandwiches and a different twist on traditional sandwiches. Try the Reuben, really lean corned beef and the best sauerkraut.

I have to say after reading all the rave reviews I had high expectations going in and was a bit disappointed. Express deli is a little place not far from the airport, inside you find a long store with the deli counter at the back. The menu is straightforward, being a pescetarian, I had limited choices; in two visits I had the tuna wrap and a falafel wrap. Service was friendly and fast. The tuna wrap was a nice portion with cheese and vegies; decent but I found the tuna salad to be a bit watery, they needed to drain the tuna better. The sandwich wasn't bad, but I would not order it again. The falafel was better then the tuna, a nice wrap with tuna and hummus instead of tahini. I do need to nitpick that the falafel balls were reheated in the microwave, which meant that the balls weren't as crisp as they could have been if they were fried fresh to order. I also would have liked some tahini for the wrap as well. Overall a good falafel, but not in my top 5 in Cleveland area. I had heard that they offer new guests a 3 mini sandwich sampler; they did offer to do this for me, but when I explained that I didn't eat meat they said that they usually do it with meat. They could have offered me some of the vegetarian options, but they did not. If I ate meat I may have had a much better experience, but if you are looking for tuna or vegetarian options, they are available, but not exceptional. read more

Ok... I was driving home from my last class at BW. I ask Siri "Siri, what are some good places to eat around here?" She says "one place near you has 194 reviews on yelp and averages five stars. It's called Express deli on Smith rd." I trusted her, and took the 2 minute detour to go here. I was very VERY skeptical of this place because of so many high reviews. I got a turkey club sandwich just to be on the safe side but let. me. tell. you. THIS IS THE BEST SANDWICH IVE HAD IN YEARS. God, I'd go every day and give them all my money if I could. Customer service is great. They were so welcoming and my food was done in a heartbeat. I'll be trying new things from them. If you're thinking of going, don't hesitate. This is the best deli I've ever been to. 10/10 recommend! read more

Express Deli - a turkey club - Delis Near Me - Brook Park, Ohio

My wife and I went here because she had seen it on a local TV show. It did not disappoint. My wife had the Turkey Rueben hoagie, and I had the New Yorker hoagie. The food was excellent and the customer service is outstanding. Will be back to try all the sandwiches. By far one of the best sandwich shops in Cleveland. read more

Excellent Service & amazing Reuben sandwiches!!Corned Beef Sandwich Classic Rueben Sandwich Corned Beef Wrap Deli Sandwich.

Been going here for years love there deli and awesome customer service.And great prices and you must try the corn beef

Delicious Rueben sandwich. Friendly, wonderful service. Held back one star because the price is pricey. But you will enjoy every bite. The owner is a fine man, super kind and welcoming. read more

I've been getting food here since they opened. I've never ever been disappointed but it's not just the food this family owned and operated shop has the best people you could ever meet. If you stop in for a sandwich you wont be disappointed. read more

Super nice owners. Always fresh and delicious! The house dressing is insanely good like I may have a problem. As is the garlic mayo. I love that you can order online and customize your bread and sandwich there as well. The sides are also very good I have tried the mixed peppers, potato salad, pasta salad and mac salad and would order them all again! Bonus points for carrying Zapps Voodoo chips!! I crave this place often and get it probably once a month. read more

If you need to find a sandwich shop in Cleveland, look no further. From the moment you walk in you're greeted by friendly staff that make you feel like family. My go to order is the reuben wrap. The only way I can describe is angels dancing on your taste buds! read more

Express Deli is hands down the BEST! I have been coming here for ten years. The BLT wrap was always my favorite thing to get until I tried their rueben! If you are looking for flavor, this is the place you need to visit! I have introduced many of my friends to Express Deli, and I watched their eyes light up when they took their first bite of whatever wrap/sandwich they chose to eat. You can get food at lunch time or even dinner time. Everyone who works here is so inviting and kind, you could never leave angry, or hungry. read more

Express Deli - Reuben wrap. - Delis Near Me - Brook Park, Ohio

Fantastic family owned business that takes pride in their food. First timers can get a sample sandwich flight to taste their greatest hits. The homemade dressing alone is worth the trip. read more

A must stop if you are in the area. Freshly made sandwiches with Corned Beef on rye being the Best!! If you are a First Time Visitir, let them know and they will introduce you to their place. Always friendly and always greeted with a smile Lots of options and drink choices available. read more

One word. Amazing. Located in a very small strip plaza on Smith Rd near Brookpark. When I saw the glowing reviews I thought it was a joke. This place is very small. But it's no joke. When I walk in I am greeted by a gentleman behind a counter with an interesting moustache and a smile. He is extremely nice and very genuine. I sat and ate my lunch at one of the 4 tables close to the door (that's all that's in the place). He knew more than half of the customers that were checking out by name. Asking how their mom is doing among other personal details. I could see why because when I checked out he struck up a conversation. It's hard not to talk with him. He is very genuine and easy to talk to. He asked me if it was my first time in. I said yes. He told me to go to the counter in the back and they would take care of me. A much younger version of the moustache gentleman (with a beard) made me a sandwich sampler. So I know what to try on the menu. Apparently, that's what they do for first timers. They are known for the their wraps over bread or hoagies. And their prize sandwich is the reuben wrap. They explain that is their baby and what they are most proud of. They make the corned beef from scratch in house. With aged house made kraut. And all the sauces on their sandwiches are house made. The flavors that are layered in the reuben make it one of the best I've had anywhere. Tender pita for the wrap. Tender and flavorful corned beef. The tangy kraut with a savory crunch. Mixed in with smooth and tasty 1000 island dressing. Their business is based on superior customer service. Spending extra time and care to get to know their customers. Spending extra time and care to create some of the best food in a sandwich I've ever had. It shows. Easily worth the 5 stars they get here. Well deserved. I can't wait to order their catering so I can share this place with others in the area. read more

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My boyfriend and I came from Buffalo for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and we were looking for a lunch spot after we got out. We found this place and absolutely LOVED it! The gentleman behind the counter was by himself and he was making everyone's order and talking away to everyone making sure everyone felt welcomed. Since it was our first time here he made us a small sampler platter and we loved all of them! The gentleman behind the checkout counter was excellent as well! Super personable and funny....would 100% recommend this place!! read more

Express Deli - Reuben wrap and pastrami wrap - Delis Near Me - Brook Park, Ohio

Doesn't look like much from the outside, but I got the Reuben wrap here and it was delicious. I can confirm they do give you free samples if you are a first timer (just let them know). The wrap left me very full and very happy, and the staff was super nice and friendly. It's also a convenience store, so they have a big drink selection. Will definitely visit again! read more

What an unbelievable establishment. Run by a wonderful family, and with absolutely delicious deli offerings including their world famous Reuben Wrap. As a first timer I was given a sample platter of 4 of their more popular sandwhiches. I was almost full after the samples but still got the Reuben Wrap and their Turkey on white which comes with a special mayo that really makes it pop. You would never think in the back of this gas station, you'd find such warm smiling faces serving some of the best lunches in the area. I cant wait to go back! read more

The best deli around the food is original and with outstanding flavor. I eat there any chance I get which is not often enough.

The best place to go for lunch. Excellent service with the best sandwiches in town. One of the best I've had anywhere.

Hadn't been here in 2 years as my office was nearby & been working from home but stopped by today with my fiancé & just as great as I remember! Excellent customer service, and the food is great. We moved office locations but it's not too much further so will be back again soon! read more

UNREAL food. Used to go here 4-5 years ago every single week. I moved far away and just came back, hospitality is amazing. Feels like youre walking into your families kitchen. Gave me food to try before I ordered, who else does that?! Food tastes even better than what I remember. Best deli shop in the Cleveland area by far. read more

I visited with colleagues and were greeted when we walked in. Who does that anymore? We we're then treated to a tasting to be sure we ordered what we'd like. The sandwiches were fantastic! The service exemplary and the atmosphere like dini at a friend's home. I will definitely return and also tell my friends about Express Deli as a must go for sandwiches! read more

Sweet baby Jesus this place is good! I'm often skeptical if a business only has glowing 5 star reviews, but this place is legit and their praise is well deserved! Outside is nondescript, heck even the inside is nothing special, but oh do they make up for it in food and personality! The front is like a little convenience store and the back is where the deli counter is at. Just let them know you're new and they will quickly make up a little sampler platter for you and they make sure to explain what is on everything while they do it. You'll get some bits of shaved corned beef; turkey with house sauce (kind of like a creamy Italian dressing); pastrami with garlic sauce (amazing garlic sauce!), cheese, and thin pickles slices; and their famous reuben. I took my little sampling to a high top table and savored the gloriousness that was happening in my mouth. While there the owner with his legit moustache made some friendly conversation with me. Right away you can tell that this guy is genuine good soul and passionate about his food. He was like "you break bread here, you are like family now!" "I'm so honored to have you come and try our food". He even called me sweetie, but in like in the nice old guy way, not the condescending creepy guy kind of way. He talked about how him and his wife are Lebanese and how they met in Michigan and went to Cleveland State, he spoke fondly of his son who wants to take over the family business, and what a smart family too! Degrees in business, math, engineering, (I forget what degrees, but they were definitely the kind the smart kids get). I decided to go with the reuben $8. They make it on pita or white bread and boy this thing is huge! I also got a side of coleslaw $2. They let me sample some of their chicken and freshly made hummus too. The latter was warm and tasted amazing. Oh man, and they make reuben mac & cheese! They were out of it when I was there, but the owner was like "you just call and I make it for you, no problem". He said they usually have it in the colder months. Shout out to the lady at the deli counter, she was personable too. Everyone who works at this place is family. I like it. All in all, I highly recommend. Like forget Danny's Deli, forget Slyman's, go to Express Deli! Your belly is going to be so happy! I will definitely be going back! read more

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Great service, they let you taste 3 sandwiches before you purchase! Best wraps I've ever had.

Friendly service, great tasting wraps. Quick and fast service with a various cold drinks and chips.

My favorite sandwich/wraps in the area. I always go with the Pastrami wrap which has some magic garlic sauce on it. Best eaten immediately in the car!! Very nice family run business and they are always so friendly. Potato salad is also crazy good. Highly recommend! read more

I was raised on the east side, Great Jewish and even Lebanese delis with the best corned beef in Cleveland and suburbs!I moved to the west side in the 90's, and drove east for a good corned beef sandwich all this time, and just last year found Express Deli, never have to go back to the east side again, love you, thank you for being there!!!! Corned beef connoisseur read more

I walked in as a new customer and asked the lady making sandwiches what the best item on their menu is. She said she always prepares a sample tasting for new customers! On a plate that came out in less than 5 min she had a bite sized turkey and some herb mayo (I think) on white bread, something like pastrami or corned beef with a pickle on white bread, and a mini reuben. I'm not a big mayo nor pickle guy, nor have I ever liked reubens but didn't feel right telling her that, so I ate all 3 and absolutely loved the latter 2. I ended up ordering a reuben (my choice) wrap (their suggestion) and did not regret it. What a great tasting sandwich! The cashier was super nice and chatted me up for a while as I sat down and began my sandwich. I will definitely be back here if I return to Parma! read more

I can not say enough good things about this Deli! The food is so good, I had the pastrami and pepperoni wrap is was probably one the best wraps I've ever had. The owners are so kind. The deli is so clean and they have a very easy menu to follow. read more