Stopped in for a pastrami sandwich after the lunch rush, there were still several people waiting…read more Because they have specialty items and chips, drinks, around the line formation, you can always pass the wait time, looking at all the cool things! I found some spicy truffle chips I hadn't tried before. Ordered my usual, the hot pastrami on rye with deli mustard. Yum! The wait is never very long with 3 people or 20 people in line; they have lots of people behind the counter. Once your order is ready, you step to the register to pay and you on your way.

The place is a hole in the wall, authentic, old school, small deli without any frills. We loved…read morewatching the interaction with the locals - moving away from St. Louis has me missing that aspect of the community. After we ordered coffee, they looked at us and told us it would be 5-10 minutes. They had no milk and were out of creamer. Again, authentic to the community - you should order black coffee here & not past 8:30z As we sat & I realized, I leaned in and said, did you realize it's almost 11:00? Honestly, neither of us realized until after we sat down that the breakfast rush was long over and they were essentially brewing a pot just for us. They were very nice & accommodated but, boy did I feel bad once it dawned on me. Enjoyed both our bagel & knish.

Finding a good spot for sandwiches is hard especially since my husband is a former "sandwich…read moreartist" from his college days, lol. But after an intense Costco trip, we were wanting a hearty sandwich. They are located in a strip mall, where they are many other busy businesses so parking can be a little tough. But going in, they were packed! Tip to tail, it was just people trying to get their food. And, that was us waiting a while to come in to pick up our goods. So, absolutely order ahead because it will make it somewhat easier. We ordered: The JD Cold Shoulder - cold cuts on a garlic roll with chipotle ranch. My husband loved his, and glad he ordered it with the garlic roll. Joe's Spicy Italian - this was spicy and sweet, and it really hits when you love a good spicy italian sandwich. You can choose your bread, and I opted for mine to be on a French roll. Great sandwiches, long wait, but just really good and worth the wait!

This sandwich was absolutely incredible. I ordered ahead and had no wait when I arrived, though…read morethere was already a long line forming to order. Since they close shortly after lunch, I'd highly recommend ordering ahead if you can. The sandwich was enormous....easily enough for two meals for some people and loaded with fresh ingredients. Every bite was flavorful and satisfying. At $20, the value was definitely there considering the quality and portion size. One of the best deli sandwiches I've had in a long time

I was recommended to this cute deli on the corner in St. Louis by a long time friend. Because I…read morelove salads and sandwiches I was happy to know that this place came with great reviews. Although the line was out the door, once I made it inside I was greeted with a warm "Welcome". My order did not disappoint so I can understand why the line was out the door. I ordered the Italian Chef salad with creamy Italian dressing (not pictured). The portions of toppings and dressing were perfect for a refreshing lunch. I appreciated that the salad was fresh but I would've preferred a few more croutons. I can tell they are made in house! Even after ordering my food I was offered a complimentary FULL SIZE water cup while I waited due to the temperatures outside. I waited no more than 10 minutes. This place is on the inexpensive side if you're just dining for 1. Between $10-$20 dollars if you include a beverage and chips with your meal.

Sandwich Heaven What a great little deli on the corner!…read moreSandwiches were awesome, the chip and beverage options are elite and the place just oozes sandoness Such a solid spot for grab a Sando. They come out fast and are delicious! Quirky interior with great wall eye candy.

Always a great sandwich and service. I like the one on New Ballas, because it's on the way to workread more

Lives up to the hype! The delicious smell greets you when you walk in, and it gets better from…read morethere. I went with the hot roast beef on garlic cheese bread this time, but there are so many great options to choose from. The bread was fresh and toasted perfectly, and the regular size sandwich is very filling. I ordered a large sandwich to take half home for my husband for later. (I'm not sure how it will reheat, but it was too good not to share.) There is some outdoor seating, though this location is at the edge of a somewhat crowded parking lot on Ballas, so I might suggest eating inside if you can find a table, or taking it to go. I appreciated the detailed pickup instructions when ordering online. I knew exactly where to go to find my order. It was hot and ready when they said it would be (less than 20 minutes after ordering) and it traveled well back to the office. Yum!

Went for lent, and SO glad I did!!! A friend and I split the 9 inch King Cod and it was VERY…read moredelicious! I was worried that the cod would be overpowered by the other flavors, but NO! The piece of cod they use is big and healthy enough to stand up to those other crazy good flavors!!! We also shared a salad and some sides. ALL of it was SO tasty. The service was fantastic too. They've perfected their process and even though the line may be long, it'll flow well. We were even lucky enough to snag a picnic table outside. PERFECTION!!!

A group lunch choice on Thursday. It was getting hotter, but early lunch time was still ok for…read moresitting out and enjoying the lunch. I am not typically a Gioia's fan, I have had cold sandwiches in the past and they were just ok, I am not a fan of bagged lettuce is probably the main reason. It overpowers everything to me but most people can't even taste it. Large parking lot so plenty of parking. You walk up to a window to order and they hand them out at the other window. A few picnic tables and a cart with condiments and such. We each took our turn in line and then grabbed a table to eat. The orders were prepared quickly and soon we were all enjoying our sandwiches. I got the roast beef on white toasted. No cheese, no butter, just plain. I wasn't sure what to expect based on white bread, but it was a typical sandwich roll. I wish I would have asked if they had au jus because it did need something. I got some giardiniera and that added some heat but I think au jus would have been best. The roast beef was plentiful and had a great flavor, I was pleasantly surprised.

The best sandwich's we had. My family and I had different kinds and they were all delicious.read more

A perfect sandwich. The Hot Salami. Recognized by James Beard. I did mine on garlic cheese bread…read morewith peppers. Got there early and then it got really crowded. Definitely worth stopping when in St Louis

I walked into Big Belly Deli yesterday on a mission: a wrap. Simple, right? Apparently not…read more After patiently waiting in line, I confidently ordered a chicken wrap... only to be told, "That's not on the menu." Pause. Confusion. Mild heartbreak. BUT then--plot twist. He leans in and says, "I can put one together for you... just trust me." And listen... that was the moment I decided to surrender control and embark on a culinary adventure. As he started listing what he had in mind, my skepticism quickly turned into straight-up anticipation. It already sounded incredible--but I HAD to chime in and add tomatoes and banana peppers (because balance, obviously). What I received for $13 was not just a wrap. It was a masterpiece. This thing was PACKED--like, no-such-thing-as-skimping levels of juicy, flavorful chicken. Every bite hit. Every ingredient showed up. No fillers, no regrets. Here's the real kicker: I ate half yesterday... and the other half today? Still. Fresh. Still. Delicious. Still. Worth it. Moral of the story: Sometimes the best thing on the menu... isn't on the menu. Big Belly Deli, I see you. And next time, I'm coming back ready to co-create another masterpiece

Small, neighborhood shop, adjoined to a bakery, my guess is that it is the same ownership. This is…read moremore of a carryout deli has ever only a few small tables inside. You place your order at the counter. Ordered a build your own sandwich. Served on their fresh Dutch crunch bread, it was very tasty! Unfortunately, it was also quite expensive; with small bag of chips and a bottle of water + t&t, the price was $22.50!

Stopped by John's Butcher Shoppe to get some beef ribs to smoke. I hadn't been here in a while. I…read moreknow i can always find a nice selection of meat here. The place is small. Service is always nice and friendly. The man the helped me today greeted me as soon as I walked in the door. He helped me throughout the time I was there. He was very helpful. I got some beef ribs and ox tails. I continued looking around and the other options. I got what I came to get. There is a small limited parking lot out front. They give you a ticket. You can win a 25 dollars meat order.

Service is excellent Old cuts are fresh and cut how you…read morewant. Steaks really good Easy locate close to 170

What an amazing place. Kinda out the way and small. There is no indoor seating. It's located in a…read morenice neighborhood, but this was exactly what I needed. Not a lot of menu items, but they absolutely nailed it. I ordered the Pete with the recommendation of Mike. Man I must say that was an amazing sandwich and it was just how I like it. Perfect amount of cheese and meat. The sauce wasn't dripping everywhere but just enough. Cindy helped ring us up and she was so sweet. We chatted and she showed us what they have besides sandwiches and even gifted us a loaf of bread. Wish I didn't live so far but I will definitely come back if in the area and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a great sandwich.

A cute small deli just a couple blocks from Manchester and I pass several times a week. Finally…read morestopped...I'll definitely return soon and often! First, I love that this is a locally family owned and run Busines. We tried the Zach and the Meatball sandwich. The Zach was packed with turkey, cheese and pesto. The Meatball sandwich is honestly one of the Top 10 Meatball sandwiches in STL! It truly highlights the famous Vitale Sauce/Gravy recipe! One bit and you can feel the love and the time and effort it takes to simmer all day. Definitely will return soon!!

Quick, generous, kind, considerate, helpful staff! Friends told us about this place. Glad to…read morefind it. Very cheery and bright atmosphere! Free refills on beverages. Beautiful space!

Grab the Burrito - add turkey bacon / Avocado and it will be the best burrito you have ever had.read more