It's been a while since I've been to Jay's Daily, mainly because every time I head that way, I somehow get distracted (usually by Chick-fil-A ). But I finally made it back--and I'm glad I did. Service was great. Our server was attentive, intentional, and checked on us just the right amount without being overbearing. It was also nice to sit somewhere that wasn't overly crowded--made the whole experience more relaxed. The food is simple, but good--and the prices are very reasonable, which I always appreciate. I switched it up this time and tried the burger instead of my usual Italian club (which my fiancé ordered), and it did not disappoint. The burger was solid and the fries were really good. One small thing--I remember the bread being toasted the first time I came, and it didn't seem like it was this time. Not a big deal, but something I'll probably double-check on my next visit. Overall, Jay's Daily is a dependable spot for a quick, easy lunch. Definitely one of those places you can count on when you just want something good without the fuss. I'll be back again soon (hopefully without getting distracted this time ). read more

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IYKYK..in case you don't...I have not been to Jay's in a long time!! However, I have been twice this week!! Food tastes fresh, service is good. I ordered to go both days and the wait was not very long. I have to keep Hay's in rotation more often. I recommend you give them a try. read more

Jay's Delicatessen - Menu - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

If Yelp let me give half stars, this would be a solid 3.5. I just couldn't round it up to 4. Jay's isn't a true deli in my opinion. More like a fast food sandwich, salad, and soup joint. Over numerous visits I've tried all three, and most recently went with the AYCE salad bar for a lighter weekday lunch. It was fresh for the most part, offered plenty of choices, and made for a quick, healthy meal. Nothing stood out as bad, but nothing really stood out as great either. It's serviceable, reliable, and fine if you're in a pinch at Friendly Center. That said, with so many better, more authentic deli options around, I don't see myself coming back very often. read more

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Once again, I ate at Jay's but today I did not have the chili cheese dog. I had the ham and club sandwich with fries and it was delicious. Didn't need the fries, but I wanted the fries and they were good. The service is always excellent there and the ambience is like a diner type vibe. It's not too bad and I always sit at the counter and usually somebody starts up a conversation and I enjoy going there for lunch. I took some pictures of the menu and my sandwich. I didn't forget this time so try it sometime it's really good. That ham club is delicious. read more

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A solid four for a classic sandwich or salad... think Grandma whipping up a quick lunch for you... provided you have these expectations, possibly a 4.5-5 star meal. Always good and friendly service. Great for quick takeout. Family friendly. Toddler approved. There was a time I was obsessed with the meatball sub - took notes and now anywhere I order one I request banana peppers!! It's good. PS - Hubs says their wings are really good and he claims to be a wing aficionado. read more

Long standing pillar in the Greensboro community. Great option at reasonable prices. Very much an old school diner. Pros Central location with plenty of parking in Friendly Shopping Center Affordable Variety of food options Booth and 4 topper seating options Friendly staff that treat you like family Quick service Good food Cons They are working on the roof read more

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What a great surprise. I would recommend this over the well know chains! My build your own sandwich was awesome and a nice sized portion. Tea was refreshing and potato soup just okay as it had a bit of a thicker cornstarch flour roux to it than I would like but still better than a lot of places. I'm not certain why my bill was over 20 when I just had a drink and the half sandwich cup of soup. As I was reflecting while writing my review this is a mystery as I swear the menu posted that combo around 12 read more

I really enjoyed this visit. The food was really good this time. I love this deli, but this visit just stood out of my recent visits. I was glad they changed the zucchini fries back to sticks. They were so good! The chicken salad platter was really good. This is my favorite dish here and I just loved the quality. My daughter's chicken wings looked so good. She devoured them. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Been passing by this place for years and only now trying it out. It is an amazing place. The subs are great. Had a few to try and it is good. It seems oily but its really because of the vinegar dressing and it was sitting for abit before eating. The place reminds me of an old 80s diner with fast service and friendly staff. Recommend this place if you're looking for something fast and good. read more

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Great local deli that puts out delicious meal after meal. The space has old diner style booths that line the walls and tables in the center. Staff are very friendly and always checking in on you. I got the chicken salad sandwich and cup of their soup of the day. Hit the spot! read more

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Jays is a great place to dine. Wait staff is phenomenal and always joyful. Absolutely love this place!

Nice little family diner, got the burger and fries and it didn't disappoint! The staff was very nice and friendly, very chill spot to have a nice lunch/dinner. read more

I love Jays. It's a great location & service is always great, no matter how busy they are. I highly recommend the tuna melt, but everything we've had there has been outstanding. read more

We came here looking for a sandwich and this place delivered on a solid sandwich. My little girl got a make-your-own sandwich and she loved it. The hot chips are great also. I got the Rueben dog (debatable if a sandwich) it was very good. I also got the hot chips and I liked their ranch. It seems made fresh in house. Definitely a top spot for a sandwich. read more

Jay's Delicatessen - Reuben Dog with hot chips - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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Jay's has been in Friendly Shopping Center since 1958, and while the ownership has changed, they moved locations in the center, and very little of a true deli still exists, the food is still good and the menu offers something for everyone in the sandwich, soup, and salad mold. Over the years I have tried a great deal of the menu - a variety of their rotating house made soups, Carolina Burger, Cheeseburger Club (a real favorite), Chili Dog, Kraut Dog, Deli Club, Patty Melt, Club Salad, various Salad Combo Plates, Pasta Salad and probably a few more items. In general, the food is pretty good and pretty consistent in quality and freshness, and this is true also the entire menu. The service has suffered since Covid, especially in the kitchen where they seem to struggle retaining experienced, reliable help. The times for orders to get to the table have noticeably lengthened, and from time to time there can be a quality problem compared to the past. I'll still drop in from time to time - not the go to place it once was! read more

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The food was excellent! Had an awesome turkey club with some spicy gumbo. Also added a cup of Mac n cheese. The service was friendly and super willing to accommodate my vegetarian mother. Loved the old school ambiance too. Highly recommend. read more

I had not been to Jays in years! The service was fantastic - a very friendly staff who recognized regulars by name and were cognizant of older folks needing a little help. The menu is standard deli fare but they have specials, such as taco salad, etc. Their potato salad is made in-house and was a very good mustard style. Seating is at tables and booths or at the bar. Food was ready in a very reasonable amount of time. I won't wait as long before visiting again. read more

Jay's Delicatessen - Menu April 2025 - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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Jay's has been a great place to grab lunch for the last 69 years in Friendly Shopping Center. I spent many hours at the counter in high school waiting for my best friend to get off work. They usually have a decent crowd for lunch with plenty of seating. They have all the deli staples: soups, sandwiches, subs, salads, and desserts. You can't go wrong with a grilled cheese with bacon and a side of homemade chips. Remember to pay with cash to save 3% in your tab. read more

Jay's Delicatessen - Grilled cheese with bacon and homemade chips. - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

My family and I have been eating here for many years (60 or so) LOL The food is delicious. The servers are so nice and attentive. The place is always clean including restrooms. The prices are good. read more

Really good service in a great deli atmosphere. You really can't go wrong. The service is good too. read more

Jay's Deli is a Greensboro staple. This little spot has been around for years and years in Friendly Center and is extremely popular. Their food is always delicious, fresh, and affordable. A wide array of options from omelettes and bagels to club sandwiches and Italian subs, I've never had a bad thing! Due to its popularity, you can expect to wait during busy times (especially on weekends at lunch), but the line generally moves quickly. There is also a lunch counter option with seating. I was surprised to see less positive reviews as I've never had a bad experience here. Depending on how busy they are, the staff may or may not be overly chatty or friendly (if that's a factor for some) but I've never had a poor interaction with one. One time, the water in the women's bathroom wouldn't turn off and we notified a waitress who kind of scoffed at or brushed us off, but it was probably due to how busy she was. I won't hold it against them! Their turkey club/Jay's Deli Club is probably my favorite in town and I LOVE the Italian sub! It's a little small in my opinion, but still really tasty. Certain sandwiches come with a side, while others like the club you pay a little extra to get one, but you can still get a great and filling lunch here for under $12. Definitely take a quick break from shopping at Friendly and stop in at Jay's! You won't be disappointed. read more

Jay's Delicatessen - Jay's Deli Club with French Fries - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

I came here for the first time today. This is a nice, simple diner in Friendly Center. I know we will have to come back because they have a quiche of the day, and my wife loves quiche. I'm dating myself by saying this, but "real men don't eat quiche", so I had a pastrami on rye that was toasted. It was perfectly toasted, and the sandwich was bursting with flavor. The pastrami itself was very good. The prices were very fair and everyone that worked there was polite and accommodating. read more

Jay's Delicatessen - Pastrami on Rye (toasted) with pepper jack, tomato and pickles. This was a build your own sandwich. - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

My husband and I went to Jay's yesterday for lunch. We decided to try the all beef hotdogs. The weiners and fries were piping hot. The meal was delicious! The service was great as well. read more

Jay's Delicatessen - All the way hot dog with fries - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

This was my first time at Jay's. I was greeted with a smile and warm welcome as soon as I walked through the door. Service 5/5 -From the time I walked in to paying at the cash register when complete...all of the employees were kind and helpful. The waitress asked was it my first time there and explained the menu choices to me. The gentleman at checkout was polite and offered a to go bag for my boxed food. Food 5/5 I ordered a Cheesesteak with house chips. The chips were an in between of crispy and soft. The cheesesteak was filled with a good amount of read more

Jay's Delicatessen - House chips and cheesestake - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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Dine in | Brunch $1-10 This is a diner- diner food, hand yourself a menu and sit where your choose, pay at the front before leaving. The food was delicious. It's pretty big inside with tons of seating, but I could see this spot getting really busy. The place started to fill up shortly after we were served. Great spot to grab a sandwich while out shopping in the Friendly Center. Food: 5| Service: 5 | Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Philly Cheese Steak, Tuna Melt, Reuben Parking space: Plenty of parking Parking options: Free parking lot read more

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I downloaded Yelp just to leave this review. Have never left a review before but had to do so because of my experience today. I have been eating at Jay's for well over a decade & my mom longer than me. Our server brought us teas with lemon when we asked for them without. We said something and she barely acted like she cared and said she thought we said with lemon.... We took them and just took the lemon out. Then when my food came out it had tomatoes on it. I asked for no tomatoes. I pulled them off because I just wanted to eat at this point and she barely came to our table to check on us to begin with so I knew it would be an even longer wait to get her to take the plate back. When she finally came to check on us, she asked if we wanted refills. We said yes and she said "this is all I have left but I'm making more." We asked to wait for the fresh tea because who wants bottom of the barrel tea?? When she finally brought us new tea, it was hot and poured it and didn't pour any ice. Nice, real nice. Then when I asked for to go containers, she grabbed a grimy one that had been sitting on a banister for god knows how long. It had dust and food crumbs in it. I asked for another for my daughter's tray and it had food stains in it. I left the food and just said forget the containers. Upon checking out & paying, I asked if I could leave my number to contact the owner about my horrible waitress and the guy at the counter acted like I was bothering him or something when he's usually nice. I learned from him that there is a new owner - makes sense. What a crappy experience to ruin a place we love. Get nicer wait staff who actually care. Food is one of the only luxuries I can afford in this economy so to not receive what I ordered and from someone who couldn't bother to even be pleasant to us (she was much nicer to another table) is a huge disappointment. Will no longer to be returning to this once amazing establishment! A waste of $42 read more

Customer service is great, Love the Reuben sandwich everyone can't make a good Reuben sandwich but Jay's has it right , will return

One thing that I absolutely love about being part of humanity is that each of us has our own feelings and thoughts. Isn't it amazing that you can be very close to somebody, and yet find out that several of your other close friends don't like them. Or you go see a Broadway show and you walk out loving it to find out that the others in your group hated it. No one is right and no one is wrong. Each of us has our own perspective and taste, and that makes the world go round and makes it all so interesting! I say that as I begin this review of Jay's Deli at Friendly Shopping Center because as much as I have been completely baffled over the years why anybody would want to go there, when I went there for lunch the other day due to the choice of my guest, the place was absolutely packed with at least 20 people waiting to get in. I don't understand that. Jay's is a deli? I don't know, but where I come from in New York, a deli is a place you go for outstanding sandwiches like pastrami and corned beef and delicious side dishes like potato salad and coleslaw. To me, Jay's is one big plastic factory The place is conveniently located at Friendly Shopping Center and there is plenty of parking nearby. As I approached the deli I could not believe how packed it was. Like I said, people were lined up waiting to get in. My guest already had a table waiting for us, so I was happy to join her and was immediately given the bland menu. It was a day I was trying to be healthy and so I ordered a grilled chicken salad. The food came pretty quickly considering how busy the place was, but when I saw what was on my plate, it was understandable t There was very little prep time needed. Some shredded lettuce, a few pieces of tomato and a piece of chicken drowning in some sweet barbecue sauce that I did not like. Nothing had changed since the last time I had been there several years ago. That salad could have been prepared at a Wendy's drive-thru and I would not have been able to tell the difference. In retrospect, I should have scraped off all of that brown goo that they put on top of the pitiful salad that I was given. It did not take me long to finish it, and I was still hungry when I was done, and if I did not hate the food there so much I would have ordered something else, but I was not in the mood for another piece of plastic to eat I have to give Jay's Deli props because they have been around as long as I can remember and people love that place as long as I can remember and I have not liked that place as long as I can remember! Service and location was good. Food was lousy. It's not that easy to get a good deli sandwich in Greensboro, but I say without hesitation, "Jay's Deli ain't it!" Next time you go to New York check out Katz's Deli on Houston Street and you will know what I'm talking about. In the meantime, if you want something fast and convenient and don't care about the taste or quality Jay's Deli is the place to be! read more

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Food was dry , I got roast beef looks nothing like picture, the bread was not butter , I came from high point to check this place out a waste of time and gas. The service was slow had to wait on my order this place is over rated . The parking was good it's always safe at friendly shop center. read more

Jay's is the perfect stop for lunch while shopping. The food is always good and the staff is always friendly. Whether you want a salad, a sandwich or a burger, there's something for everyone here. Today I got the Turkey Club with no tomato's or lettuce (is that still considered a club? Lol) with a side of hot chips. The sandwich was exactly what I was looking for and the chips were cooked perfectly. If you find yourself at Friendly Center and need a good meal, give Jay's a try. You won't be disappointed!! read more

Jay's Delicatessen - Turkey club with Hot Chips - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

I use to love this place but something's changed. Pasta salad was nothing but pasta no seasoning or pesto,, nothing. sandwich was grilled but butter tasted old. I was really disappointed read more

They aren't breaking any new culinary ground here, but the standard diner fare is well-made and things at least look like they are done from scratch. (Haven't been in the kitchen to know for sure.) They have a wide selection of sandwiches, salads, and soups. The soups in particular are hearty and very well-seasoned. The salads are crisp and the sandwiches nicely constructed. The portions are a reasonable size -- enough to fuel you up, but not gluttonous. The staff is friendly and it has a classic diner vibe. It does sometimes take a while for the food to come after ordering -- that speaks to preparing plates individually, but you may want to skip this on days when you're in a hurry and save it for a leisurely lunch or early dinner. read more

These guys never miss a beat. Food is always good. Their pasta salad is to dye for. I think I have tried about 90% of their menu. Not disappointed once. read more

My family and I have been going to Jay's for years. This is always a great option for us when we've been out shopping and are ready for lunch. They have that cozy atmosphere of a family run business, and the staff are always friendly and attentive. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but their club sandwiches, grilled cheese, burgers and fries are our go to choices! I could spend all day talking about the fries and their homemade chips! For dessert, they have ice cream and cheesecake from Cheesecake by Alex! read more

Jay's Delicatessen - Side salad - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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After an evening of shopping we decided to stop in at Jays for a Saturday eve dinner for our party of 5 (3 were kids under six). Service was quick and all food arrived warm, correct and ready to be consumed. Our server must have used up all her smiles earlier in her shift - she definitely appeared ready for her "clock out" time. Portions are large, even for the kids meals - which is always a win! The French dip was delicious and highly recommended. Overall we enjoyed the atmosphere, left full, and will return again. read more

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Jay's Deli has been around since I could remember frequenting Friendly Center. Let's just say I'm in my 30s... it is your typical delicatessen, I wouldn't scream from a roof top over them, or compare to a NYC deli, now, but for me, certainly a nostalgic stop; easy pickup, to go, heck even sit at the high top bar for a light drink selection, a couple of TVs, nice staff. Nothing out of the ordinary, you know what you're getting. A bit disappointed in the Reuben today, corned beef not flavorful and the thousand island dressing just seemed off. Could've been my taste buds as I don't remember being disappointed in the past. Wasn't charged for extra dressing or sauerkraut which I appreciate. Pretty good chicken Philly. Pasta salad was merely pasta and their dressing, but somehow better tasting than so many other places. Strange win. If you need a quick bite while out shopping and don't want to deal with corporate or traffic, want a $-$$ lunch and a cold one even, hit up Jay's. read more

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I can't believe this place has been in this same location for over a decade and this is the first time we decided to stop in. Honestly I think I was of the mind that it was just like any other deli, and if you've tried one you've tried them all. How wrong can a person be? The answer is very, very wrong. ‍ Simply because it was a new place for us, #SuperHubs and I decided to stop in yesterday. I was actually pleasantly surprised at the atmosphere. To be honest I was expecting something along the lines of the old Mayberry. But, the inside reminds me more of an old family diner. The staff was courteous and friendly, greeting us cordially as we walked in and allowing us to seat ourselves. I wasn't too hungry but I ordered the Tomato Florentine soup and #SuperHubs ordered a pastrami and cheese on wheat with spicy mustard. He declared his sandwich was, and I quote, 'the bomb-diggity!' My soup had really great flavor too, so we were both satisfied. The place was clean and neat. Staff was masked and very helpful & pleasant! Needless to say, there will definitely be a return trip. read more

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Food was absolutely amazing, and you can take my word. If you didn't now I have yelp so now I am a professional food critic. Seriously though, food was amazing but the customer service from the young employees was very disappointing, they were very rude and didn't seem like they wanted to be there. read more

I stopped here around 3:15 for lunch since I knew it wouldn't be so packed. I sat at the bar and ordered the Italian sub and fries. The sub was pretty good and fresh. The fries were hot and crispy and maybe could have used a little seasoning salt. The service was friendly I had a guy named TJ I think. For $10 and change (including a drink) I was very satisfied. read more

Jay's Delicatessen - Italian sub and fries - Delis Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

The sandwich maker at Jay's Deli put on a virtuoso performance today with the tuna melt he or she prepared for me. It was fantastic. It had a crispy, buttery shell that had been grilled to absolute perfection. Underneath the rye bread was perfectly melted cheese (I got cheddar) and underneath that was a simple yet delightful tuna salad--and a generous portion of it. I can tell that I'm not going to stop thinking about this sandwich. I ordered two small sides, potato salad and cole slaw, but I found them to be just average. The potato salad needed salt and was a little monotone, and the cole slaw needed a little more sugar to balance the vinegar. I found a shady spot in the Friendly Center lot, rolled down my windows, and ate in the peaceful and quiet beauty of a spring day. The mood turned rather melancholy, however, when it began to sink in just how desolate and lonely this place looked without all her customers. Almost no stores here were deemed "essential", so there was literally no one around save for an occasional passing car. This was all made even more strange when I realized I could hear the music still being piped into the speakers in the walkways between the shops. It was surreal. Eery almost. I began to think of Kansas' criminally underrated 1988 song "Ghosts": "It's as if some restless wind blew their dreams away, far away It's just as if those dreams had never been I feel their ghosts around me now I hear them say They've come back home to dream those dreams again" read more