Save your money. I ordered a turkey and roast beef sandwich, with cheese, mayo, olives, pepperoncinis, and mushrooms. They gave me 2 peices of olive, forgot the pepperoncinis and mushrooms... there was no flavor. I also got the pasta salad which was a tiny serving and not very good. I would skip this place. Nothign special about it and not at all flavorful. Go to a place that will listen to your order read more

Nixon's Deli - Not good - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Knoxville deli subs are not for me. I tried. Twice. I really wanted to like them. I would go back to try some of the desserts and maybe a hotdog. read more

Having just moved to East Tennessee, I had never heard of or tried a steamed sub before this. It did not disappoint. I had the Vegetarian Supreme and it was amazing. The service was quick and the interior of the restaurant just oozes 'local,' with homemade desserts, merch, and a tiny arcade in the back. I also had the Peanut Butter Pie and it was all you could ever want in a southern pie, rich, creamy, delicious. read more

It had been a while since I'd been to this Nixon's, but I was pleasantly surprised by the service! Everyone was polite, efficient, and able to handle some last minute changes due to some confusion on my end. The food, as always, was excellent. The parking lot is quite small, but I think there's usually going to be at least one open spot for you :) Overall, I will definitely be back to this location! read more

Have visited this Deli over the years and it declines each time. Service not friendly (which doesn't help the declining quality of their food). Portions are laughable and that too just seems to be less and less each time I visit. Got a Chili dog and it seems the chili part of the equation was more like rations. Pasta salad, the scant amount, was very bitter. I suppose I will no longer see the gradual decline as that was my very last visit. Can't have borderline food combined with "just the facts ma'am" type service....bad combo! Best of luck. read more

What's not to love about Nixon's?? It's a staple of Knoxville and a must for anyone who enjoys a good steamed sandwich. Their potato salad is amazing-both options. We stopped here so I could take my fiancé to one of my faves when I lived here and he loved the corned beef and mustard. I got my old fave-turkey and provolone on wheat. He's already asked to come back when we're in town. read more

Nixon's Deli - That turkey and cheese goodness. - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Based on Yelp ratings, I tried the pastrami sandwich. It had a weird flavor and bland roll. Disappointing.

Smokehouses potato salad was as good as the kind lady who helped us! Love this place

Worst Reuben I've ever had.... Couldn't even eat it.... But I've had many other subs and they have been good. Just disappointed I wasted a food run. read more

The quality was disappointing. Bread was soggy right went I got a Turkey sandwich. The meat (we had Turkey and meatball sub) was poor quality. Their "freshly made" items are not from scratch, which it's insinuated they make from scratch from the way they word it. Service was disappointing as well because the cashier was berating my husband about him not getting as much food and kept up selling. The berating didn't stop for a while and when he wouldn't give in she made fun of him. We tried to take it lightly but in the end it was just weird to think it would be so funny. Ambiance is outdated and matches the quality you'll receive. read more

Nixon's Deli - Hair in Potato salad - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Nixon's Deli is a classic! My family and I have been customers for as long as I can remember. The sandwiches here have remained consistent throughout the years and they've always been affordable. You can order two super subs for $12.99. It's a great deal and the sandwiches are always tasty. The workers are always friendly and prompt with our orders as well. I've never had a bad experience here! read more

Nixon's Deli - I always order the hot smoked turkey sub with smoked cheddar cheese. Yum! - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

It's one of those small hole-in-the-wall type of places, but man, it's good. All sandwiches served hot, build your own or pick from a menu, it's cheap, good, and the staff is the best. Update: it's been a year since posting this and nixons has somehow found a way to keep their prices low, all while still serving top notch sandwiches. Went today and they now put almost 4x as much on the sandwich as any other place in town. If you like to eat, go to Nixon's. read more

From out of town and never had a steamed sub before, the people here were very friendly and great to talk to. The sub was stuffed with great tasting meats and the loaded potato salad was also very good. Definitely stop in for some great food read more

Nixon's Deli - Italian sub stuffed with different meats - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

I love coming back home to Knoxville! Nixon's Deli has always been a staple for great hot pressed sub sandwiches, overflowing with meat and toppings of your choice. I also love the fact that you can add almost anything to customize to your taste. I grab one for the road every time I come through. read more

I went a couple of days ago with a group of friends. It was my first time trying it and the lady at the counter was extremely rude I've never ordered there and she was rushing me and giving attitude. The food was alright but service is really all i care about the lady making the food tossed someone's order on the counter when she could've handed it. Me and my friends have decided to not come back. read more

Food was great. I had a Turkey wrap and my husband had a hot Rueben. Not super friendly even when I said we had now been there ans found them on Yelp to know how to order the guy was pretty curt. Bathroom was not the greatest. Nice soft tortilla and meat. No masks on employees. read more

Nixon's Deli - a hand holding a burrito - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

The food is amazing, the staff is friendly and accommodating. If I lived here this would definitely be on my regular rotation for lunch.

Just a simple little place with sandwiches that absolutely hit the spot. Come to this place for more bang for your buck than a subway or a firehouse subs. The food is way better and the charm of the employees at this place makes for an enjoyable experience. Ordered the Italian sub on white bread- FANTASTIC! read more

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I'm a sucker for a good deli... and Nixon's satisfied my craving for a tasty sandwich. I ordered a large peppered beef sub and it was phenomenal! It was flavorful and they did not short-change me on the contents. Lots of meat and savory goodness was present! The diner itself was clean, pleasant, and had plenty of room. I liked being able to see the staff working, and they definitely operated like a family. I like diners like this, and I'll definitely be back to Nixon's. read more

Nixon's Deli - The peppered beef sub is chock full of flavor! - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Great service but the few times I've gone the sandwich is soggy within minutes. So forget taking it home to eat it, it's a mess.

Awesome and tasty! Came because they don't wear masks and can see their smiles! Ive never had the steamed-style sandwitch. Its really good!

Steam grilled sandwiches ! Yum! Love this place ! I had the Italian which is the favorite and it did not disappoint!!! read more

Nixon's Deli - Italian favorite - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Good steamed subs for lunch. Very quick and casual. There's a big lunch crowd. Wish they had high chairs

Awesome awesome awesome, terrific, I spoke with a friend about this establishment and all she did is complain about some covid nonsense and now I'm on my way to support this homegrown businesses while the Karen's of the world bash it and affect these people's livelihoods. read more

Great value - there's a ton of meat on these sandwiches. And the typical ingredients all seem relatively fresh. I just haven't been blown away with the quality of the meats, cheeses, veggies, or bread. And then the sandwiches are steamed, which has a certain appeal for certain types of sandwiches, I guess, but doesn't work for every possible combination of bread, meat, etc. Though most folks seem to get takeaway, the restaurant is clean if basic and uninspiring. The staff is polite. The deserts are about like the sandwiches: basic and acceptable. read more

Nixon's Deli - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Excellent sandwiches at reasonable prices. Fresh bead and generous portion of meat.... nice environment and everyone is very friendly. Good stuff read more

Nixon's Deli - the interior of a deli - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

I had an early lunch here with my boyfriend and toddler on a Monday. Wasn't very busy when we went. I got the steak in a sack, was a little bit dry but still good. My boyfriend had the veggie sandwich and my daughter had a turkey sandwich. They both enjoyed it. We all had sandwiches, chips, and a drink for right under 20 dollars. Basically what you'd spend at subway but much better quality. They also have soups and a few desserts to choose from that looked pretty good. Will definitely go back again. read more

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Trying another new sandwich shop. Nixon's had high marks and I concur! Delicious. Customize your sandwich how ever you like. I went with a traditional Italian on white added oil & vinegar and spices. Severed hot this is the best sandwich I've had in the two months hubby and I have been living out of a hotel waiting to close on our house here in Knoxville. I now have a new favorite go to sandwich shop. read more

Nixon's Deli - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Unbelievably bad service. I waited in line 10 minutes before I ordered a pastrami sandwich, sat down and waited 15 minutes, only to be called up to the counter and told "We're out of pastrami." I wasted half my lunch hour because a deli - A DELI- runs out of pastrami and doesn't know it. NEVER AGAIN. read more

The sandwiches are fantastic. And if, like me, you're a fan of President Nixon, the name provides an extra touch of choice.

Walked in and not a single worker was wearing a mask. No way I'm letting an unmasked person prepare my food during a pandemic! I will remember that they would not carry out the city wide mandate and will not bring them my business again. How inconsiderate! read more

Want good local conversation and a toasty sub with more meat on it than twice as much as the next place? Go here. Nixon's knows exactly what it does and does it darn well. They make toasted sandwiches and don't skimp on the toppings. They'll pack your sandwich full and leave you wanting to take another one home for dinner. Their potato salad with bacon is heavy and filling, just what you want when you decide to order it. Luckily it's also right off the highway, too! I'd recommend stopping here if you're nearby instead of some old chain any day. read more

Great Deli on Kingston Pike. The smokehouse potato salad is great, and the club sandwich is extremely tasty. read more

From Philadelphia getting my car washed passing through & spotted Nixon's deli right across the street. It was lunch time so my wife & I drove over.Great place & great food, a real home run! Thanks. read more

Great little local deli right on Kingston Pike. Stopped in on a recent Monday and had a great sandwich at a very reasonable price. The lady taking orders could not have been nicer or more patient with me while I struggled to make a decision. I eventually went with the turkey but next time I'm getting the peppered corned beef. Good bread, lots of veggies. They steam your sandwich here, which I could not fathom but was down to try. I'm not sure what it adds to the sandwich, but it was interesting! Friendly locals also hanging out waiting for their orders. Can't wait to try the potato salad next time. read more

Nixon's Deli - Steamed turkey with pickles and hot peppers, yum - Delis Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Based on Yelp reviews and the owner's recommendation I went with the Italian sub and Smokey potato salad. To summarize, yum, yum, yum. I don't eat potato salad very often but this stuff is addictive. It had a perfect hint of smoke and the potatoes were perfectly cooked, still a little firmness to them. The sandwich was well prepared and the owner, Lisa and her daughter were friendly and professional at the same time. Check this place out fellow Yelpers read more

I really wanted to like this place because it's a cute mom & pop restaurant but unfortunately the meatballs in my meatball hoagie were cold... yuck! The bread and cheese was really tasty though and the people are friendly there so that was good. read more

Ate here for lunch today, not super impressed. My daughter's grilled cheese was fine, but my husband had to pick all of the chicken off of his chicken cordon bleu because it was so chewy. I got a turkey and cheese and it was okay, but the turkey was a weird kind of gelatinous texture. Probably won't eat here again, but it wasn't the worst deli I've ever been to. read more

The food is fresh and amazing. Sat and sun 2 12 inch subs for 12.99 after 4pm. Eat one later, when I'm in town I always stop.

Today was the first time I tried this place it was fabulous! I ordered a peppered roast beef and swiss wrap and I loved it! Huge portion of very good quality meat, served up very quickly, and everybody there was SOOO friendly!! The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I thought it was a little pricey at almost $10 for a wrap and chips. But despite that I will go back!! read more