My guess, is that I have eaten at First Carolina well over a 100 times, over many, many years. Why do I keep going back? Great food, an even greater staff, and reasonable prices. It's a combination that's hard to beat. I highly recommend them. (If it were possible to give more than 5 stars, I would most definitely do it.) read more

First Carolina Deli is a staple for us over the years. Today I ordered to go: a Nutley with hot peppers, a Continental with yellow mustard and a side of German potato salad. Dependable, reliable, consistently good, friendly staff. Dine in or carry out. Located on Spring Garden near UNCG next to the Sheetz. read more

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If you like a New York style deli then you're in the right place! Hubby got the Italian and he ranked it in the top 5, which is saying ALOT ! My club was delicious. Be prepared not finish either one . read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Italian yum ! - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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An excellent deli that is always bustling. The food is tasty and they serve a wide variety of sandwiches along with chips, carrots potato salad and the like. I particularly like the egg salad and find it to be the best in town. Parking can be dicey but the food is worth it. read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Interior of restaurant - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Greensboro local deli and the quality and care is something Greensboro can be proud of.

Asbury with pimento cheese, half carrots and chips. So so so yummy!!! Hippy had a turkey club! read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Turkey Club - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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If you are craving a fresh, flavorful sandwich with high quality ingredients, then look no further than this cozy and friendly deli. Over the decades, I've enjoyed many delicious sandwiches and salads. But on this trip, I was craving rare roast beef. This simple sandwich was full of flavor and quite lovely to look at. The service is always efficient and fast, even during their busy lunch hours. They have a good variety of sides and the macaroni salad was perfect with my roast beef sandwich. The parking lot is small and with limited spaces especially during lunch. Go early or for a late lunch, you won't be disappointed. Great value and great quality. read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Roast beef on whole wheat with provolone and macaroni salad - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

I've been coming to First Carolina Delicatessen for over a decade. Since I don't live close to Spring Garden anymore I don't get to come nearly as much as I would like. Luckily I was close by on Thursday and got to dine in. It looks just as nostalgic as it always has and the food was just as delicious as it's always been over the years. The restaurant was clean and the staff is so friendly and personable. I don't think they know a stranger and it made my dining experience that much more enjoyable. My boss and I both got the Arlington, which has been my go to forever, and we were both in heaven. If you're looking for a good quality deli sandwich that's simplicity lets the quality of the ingredients shine through, this is the sandwich for you. read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Small Toss Salad - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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I am definitely going to have to update this review soon with Photos the next time that I go but my fiancé and I have been here plenty of times and we always get the same custom sandwiches. Each and every time they're always perfect and definitely very filling. The service is always very friendly and helpful and there to give good recommendations or answer any questions you might have. It's very old-time inside like an old deli back from the 1950s. All of their meat, cheese, and everything else is always very fresh. You can also buy sliced meat or cheese in bulk. They also have desserts and chips. I for sure will definitely be coming back soon! If you're looking for a good sandwich place this is it! read more

Finally decided to check out First Carolina! I have lived near it for years and have heard great things about it. I ordered a wildwood sandwich and a beer. Both were delicious! The sandwich had great flavor and came with a good amount of chips and carrots as sides. The outdoor seating area was perfect on a nice spring day. You should definitely check this place out! read more

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This was my first visit and I went for a birthday lunch with my family. They were fabulous from the moment I opened the door. Very accommodating for the little one we had with us. They kept our cups full and made sure we were happy throughout the visit. I would highly recommend checking this place out. Parking might be tight during lunch. They also surprised me with a cupcake. read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Tasty surprise - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

#1 deli in Greensboro and for that matter, in the Triad! Great sandwiches and great service! The staff is always friendly. Pick from a menu item with the option to customize any sandwich to your liking. My go to's are the Skydog of the Italian, both of which I enjoy hot but I have never had a sandwich from First Carolina Deli that was bad. Try the sister deli Lox Stock and Bagel on Battleground also! read more

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Great deli. Everything tastes great, and the feel is cozy. Parking can be difficult, but it's worth it.

I haven't been to First Carolina Deli in years but I'm happy to say it's still as delicious as I remember. The deli is unassuming and cozy with lots of casual table and booth seating. I had a make your own cold deli sandwich and the roast beef was beautifully thin and rare. It's served with a bag of chips (or carrot sticks) and a crunchy dill pickle slice. I also got some homemade gluten free peanut butter cookies. They were soft and yummy. I forgot until I was getting ready to leave that they have a large variety of Dr Brown's sodas. I'm not much of a soda person but I love Dr Brown's black cherry and even better they had the Diet version. What a special treat. If you want a delicious deli sandwich definitely hit up this spot, you won't be disappointed! read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Food was soup from a can grill cheese was cold waitress served my grill cheese about 15 min after they served me my soup

An absolute staple in Greensboro. First Carolina Deli has so many great sandwich, snack, and dessert options. Service is top notch and while the space is older, it is well-maintained and very clean. Their veggie sandwiches are creative and delicious. My family enjoys their other options. Highly recommended! read more

Best sandwiches in Greensboro and surrounding area, hands down! I always get the Sky dog, hot and add grilled onions. SO good every time!

I did an online order; & Love their variety of options for sandwiches & toppings. I ordered a corn beef, you can get cold or hot options for all sandwiches. The toppings & condiments were vast. The lady at the counter was super nice; when I arrived ordering additional items was super courteous. Parking is pretty decent; I came in during lunch rush & the crowd seemed very chill & relaxed not rushing around read more

They did it again -- another fantastic sandwich! Turkey pastrami with bacon, tomato, onion, mayo and extra lettuce on pumpernickle bread. I always feel so welcome there. Love it. read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Turkey pastrami, bacon, tomato, onion, mayo and extra lettuce, on pumpernickle bread - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Great food, great service, cozy atmosphere. Not everyone carries liverwurst which I love.

It seems like I am going back to restaurants that I haven't visited for quite awhile, and this one of them. I was in the area and remembered how much I enjoyed their food so I stopped. It was near the end of the lunch rush so seating was limited, but still had two open. The waitress was there quickly with a menu, but I didn't need one. I had the 'Sailor' with a side of hot German Potato Salad. And of course, it came with chips and a pickle. The 'Sailor" is pastrami with a link of Knockwurst and the best mustard in town. Brought back good memories and I marked in my calendar to visit again in several weeks. While the place was busy the noise level was very reasonable, I guess everyone was busy eating. And the staff jumped on each table as customers left to clean it and let the next bunch set down. Somehow I was able to resist getting several cookies, but next time ... read more

Always heard great things about this place. Their sandwiches are really good! Cookies are okay. Always good customer service read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Cookie - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Picking a sandwich chain over this place is like picking Arby's steak bites over a perfectly cooked medium rare wagyu ribeye steak. We got food from here the first time a couple of nights ago. My girl got the Belmar and I got the Italian sailor. I ordered it at 8:05 and it was ready in just a few minutes. My girl didn't get home from work until 8:35 and even though they had sat in the steam of their own making for 30 minutes and the bread had gotten a little soggy, they still were out of this word. The flavors really just hit you like a brick wall. I didn't say a word and scarfed my whole sandwich down in a hurry. Can't wait to try something else. read more

I will start this review by saying that full transparency, my family and I have been dining at First Carolina and what used to be its sister deli, Lox Stock & Bagel, for years and years and it is just as delicious now as it was the first time I dined there, over 20 years ago! I have yet to find a competitor in the area. There just isn't anything quite like it around. It's a classic style deli ambiance, with glass case items for order/purchase, but offers many dine-in options. The parking lot can be really painful, especially during peak times. (Lox Stock is better but can also be packed). And I wouldn't recommend parking at a nearby business and walking over due to the risk of towing (it's very close to UNCG so businesses are STRICT about this). The service is always wonderful, quick, and generally you're in and out. Ordering a takeout over the phone is also super simple and efficient. Now for the most important part. THE FOOD! Y'all, these sandwiches are DIVINE! I've literally never had a bad experience...ever. That says a lot as we come here nearly once a week. Here are my recommendations for must tries: -Arlington (pictured): Fresh, shaven Boar's Head turkey topped with melty Muenster cheese, topped with crisp lettuce and sliced tomato & creamy mayonnaise, on an onion roll. 10/10. Can't recommend enough. So simple, but so delicious. -Italian Sub: I struggle to choose between this one and the aforementioned masterpiece depending on my mood. You can get it cold or hot and I always go hot. It says a lot that I love this sandwich and it doesn't come served with mayo, but IMHO it really doesn't need it! The spice from the cherry peppers compliments the meat and toppings phenomenally. -Emerson: My mom's absolute favorite. It's shaved chicken with cheddar, lettuce, tomato & mayo on a sub roll. Unique and always hits the spot! Other suggestions: -Cheddar & Bacon Burger (yes! Trust me) -Pasta salad (beware if you're not a fan of olives, though) -Baked beans -Chicken salad (best in town, respectfully :)) -German potato salad If you're still reading, you must be a dedicated deli fan such as myself, which means you HAVE to give First Carolina (or Lox Stock) a try. You won't be disappointed! read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Arlington - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

My partner and I ordered some sandwiches after a long day of errands and got the wildwood, the continental, and a large tossed salad. Both sandwiches were really good, I subbed the pumpernickel for white on the wildwood. The salad was good. We will definitely be returning to try more of the wide array of sandwiches there! read more

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Nutley- Awesome German Potato salad- awesome Snickerdoodle- Yep Great little old school deli! I'll be back read more

Every time we go there, the food is great. The staff is always very friendly and welcoming. The quality of the food is good and the service is quick. Can't say enough good things about eating there. read more

My absolute favorite deli around this whole area. I've been coming here for years including when I was in college. Absolutely love the friendly atmosphere you get from the staff who work there. The sandwiches are phenomenal. The macaroni salad is to die for. All of their salads and desserts are made freshly in house. read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Hackensack - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

I'm always looking for a place that resembles NY when it comes to food. They use Boars Head! Very positive. The service was good and friendly. Nice relaxed atmosphere. My only issue was the slices of tomato on the sandwich. Very close to a doughnut. Need to cut those a by 3/4. Other than that good to go. read more

I used to love coming here. Being from NJ, it's hard to find food that feels like home (iykyk). After almost 4 years in Greensboro, this place was always one of my favorites that gave me that familiar comfort. But today (6/27/25), I really regretted stopping by. It was busy, which I totally understand--but what happened was hard to ignore. As I waited near the front, I was standing next to two white gentlemen. I was the first to arrive. A staff member (no name tags, unfortunately) came up and greeted them warmly while completely ignoring me--a person of color. When she finally did acknowledge me, it felt forced and dismissive, like she didn't want to speak to me at all. I've never left here feeling disrespected before, but today I did. It was subtle, but blatant at the same time. It's disappointing to be treated like an afterthought somewhere you've supported and genuinely enjoyed. I hope this was an isolated incident, but it left a bad taste in my mouth--one that good food alone can't fix. read more

Stopped in while in town for the Super 32 wrestling tournament. Huge sandwiches, an array of soda bottles, homemade desserts and an old school feel. read more

Favorite lunch spot in Greensboro! Great variety - so many menu items to choose from. Could eat here everyday and not get bored of the great options. Always great service, too! read more

I've never been to a cool old NYC Delicatessen but I imagine they look JUST like this!!! Great decor, glass case full of meat, cheese, freshly baked bread and desserts. Online ordering made things incredibly easy. Curbside or inside pick up available. The bread is on point!!! Flavorful and fresh. We tried the sub roll, rye and white bread and all were delicious. High quality Meats, cheese and veggies. And they threw in fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. You cannot beat this place in Greensboro. Give this institution a try, you won't be sorry. read more

I love this place, the pork roll sandwich is the best and the ladies serving lunch are gems.

Been back several times since my last review. I just want to remind locals and recommend to new comers, that this spot should not be forgotten. I was extremely busy and didn't cook, so the first thing I thought was "where's the best AND fastest place to get something good for dinner?" My order, Verona sandwiches add smoked salmon, never disappoint! We toggled with whether or not to leave the red onions on, but they just make the sandwich (you might have to pull a few of them off). We also shared a small serving of macaroni salad which was plenty, and a "Megaroon" I believe, which is pretty much a brownie with coconut and chocolate on top. Great but half of one was rich enough for me. The diet black cherry was also a first. Pretty good and slightly reminiscent of a cheerwine. Some day my may try another sandwich...maybe! read more

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Fantastic food and service! The variety of sandwiches and meals are great in a pleasant atmosphere. Staff are great. Gift cards are a fun way for a family or friend present as well. read more

I first discovered First Carolina soon after I moved here nearly two decades ago. Consistently--consistently--they have had the best sandwiches overall than any other in town. Great new sandwich places have shown up and made a lot of noise for a while (and it's been good noise), but this spot has stood the test of time with quality ingredients, friendly staff, and authentic deli vibes. Stop by and scoop up an Avon. "Oh but I don't care for salmon actua--" No. Do it. Get the Avon. read more

Food sandwiches are worth the money not skimpy and the staff works very efficiently. Always order my turkey club on wheat.

Absolutely the best pure sandwich shop in Greensboro - only drawback is parking ... but the hunt for the space is worth the experience you are going to have - Closest thing to a central Jersey sandwich shop south of the Mason Dixon line - Italian Sailor but do it on the onion roll! Celray Dr Browns, Fresca, Taylor pork roll- other than the sister location name another place in the state that have these on hand? read more

This was our first time there and it did not disapoint! I hot the hot italian sub my hubby got the ruben. They were both demicious. Very reasonible for the quality of food and service you get. Ww got a 1lb of there chicken salad to go, it was yummy too! You guys should give them a try. read more

First Carolina Delicatessen - Ruben with huge carrots on the side with ranch dressing. They use Boar's Head meats and cheeses. - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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