(4.25) O'Brien's is the kind of classic deli every city should have. It's a small space - a few tables inside and a few tables out - but don't let that or the line you are likely to encounter deter you. They crank out sandwiches quickly here. Said sandwiches include about two dozen hot and cold offerings as well as the ability to build your own. The meats are Boar's Head, but the desserts and soups are made fresh in-house. Check out the display case for salads and sides that might catch your eye. O'Brien's prides itself on its Reuben, and so I went with the "mini" version (a quarter rather than a half pound of meat) with a pickle for my first visit here. Ordering at the register was a breeze, and I was fortunate enough to snag one of the tables for dine-in. Though I was a bit skeptical that the Reuben would match the hype, it delivered. I don't know that it is without a doubt the best version I've had, but it is definitely up there. The grilled rye was nice and crisp, and I appreciated that they used both mustard and Russian dressing. That, plus the meat, kraut, and melty cheese, made for a very satisfying bite. At $10, the sandwich proved a good value, too. Unpretentious and nostalgically comforting (for Northern transplants, at least), O'Brien's is a well-oiled sandwich-slinging machine. Though that Reuben will be hard to top, I look forward to giving one of their other offerings (maybe a Cuban, maybe a Spicy Italian) a try. read more

O'Briens Deli - Mini Reuben - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

Death, Taxes, and the classic Reuben from O'Briens Deli. All certainties, but only one of them enjoyable. When anyone asks me where to find the best reuben in Winston, I tell them go to the place that proudly proclaims in their window that they are "The Home of the Reuben" and can back it up... O'Briens! It's a small place, a few outdoor tables, and probably 6-8 inside. They do a lot of to-go business, for good reason. The lunch crowd will never shy away from a sandwich here... of which I have had several. But the reuben indeed stands alone. One of the keys to their success is a happy and engaged staff. The owner, Josh, realizes this and takes great care of them. He believes his success should also be theirs, and that is evident in their demeanor. On to the Reuben. Why is it so good? The pictures really say it all. Corned beef stacked high, with a good ratio of kraut, swiss cheese, deli mustard, and grilled Jewish rye bread. Visually impressive, leads perfectly into orally outstanding. You'll be full and happy, and wondering why you'd order it anywhere else. Not to mention, check them out around St. Patrick's day for traditional Irish stew! read more

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OMG... That was the Best Racheal I've ever had. It was fresh, good size and juicy! It was perfect and I got it with this massive half pickle which I think was made in store. Amazing! My sone had a regular Reuben.. he was almost in a coma from all that meat. But the craziest part is we got mini's so what's the full size?! Amazing! Service was great too. read more

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After having cataract eye surgery and fasting since 8 PM last night, the first thing I did was head to O'Brien's. With so many great delicious choices of their signature sandwiches. I went with the Cuban. A savory sandwich, full of juice and every bite from the tender pork and the pickles for acidity. Their signature sandwiches never disappoint. My daughter got the secret sandwich that is not on the menu, which is the bacon, egg and cheese, a staple in New York. With a decent amount of bacon and served on a Kaiser roll, which is the New York Way it is the perfect sandwich. Not just for breakfast but anytime of day. My wife also went with a signature chicken Parmesan. A perfectly cooked chicken cutlet with a savory tomato sauce and melted cheese is a delight in every bite. I have never had a bad experience at O'Brien's. It continues to be the best New York style deli in Winston-Salem. read more

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When you put a sign like home of the Reuben on your window I would think you're bragging but all you're doing is advertising. French onion soup was warm not hot probably because it would probably melt the containers they serve in. read more

O'Briens Deli - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

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Stopped in for lunch on a Saturday. It was packed but the line to order at the counter moved pretty fast. We got the Reuben to split as it's rather large. It's their signature sandwich and it was delicious. There are limited tables inside. A lot of people got orders to go. Parking can be a challenge but things open up quickly. Another sandwich being ordered was the Cuban. An idea for the next trip. read more

O'Briens Deli - Ruben and sesame noodles - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

It doesn't get better than O'Briens in Winston-Salem. The Reuben and The Rachel are so special. Any foodie visiting our city, you must include this on your stops. A regular size is honestly enough to split, unless you love leftovers. Currently happily eating my leftovers as I leave this review. read more

O'Briens Deli - The Rachel - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

The best Rachel in town! If you're a fan of New York delis this is a MUST try! I love the mini Rachel (mini is an understatement) and my husband loved the steak Philly. Staff is always so nice! read more

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I got the chicken parm and cucumber salad. Very good! Excellent choice of menu items with fresh ingredients and homemade flavors. Tables are sticky and could use some attention or a table cloth? Overall great experience! read more

Really cute, little restaurant! Soooo clean! The service was friendly and the food was delicious! I had the club and my Sister had the reuben. We also had the Mediterranean pasta salad. Everything was excellent! read more

Really like their chicken cheddar melt sandwich. They chop the chicken which makes it not heavy with great flavor. I got the 1/2 sandwich & soup combo. Also their dill pickles are fantastic - a half is usually good. When my eyes are too big I'll get a full & end up bringing 1/2 home. read more

O'Briens Deli - 1/2 chicken cheddar melt, cup of chicken rice soup & 1/2 pickle. - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

The meatball sub brought be back after a lovely yelp event. Service is always fast and friendly and the food is always fresh. Theres plenty of seating inside to enjoy your meal. read more

O'Briens Deli - Meatball Parmesan Signature Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

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I love a deli! This one is the real deal. Known for the Reuben sandwich, but do t sleep on the other sandwiches Or build your own. Grab a cookie to go!! So delicious. I had the Rachel- and a large pickle! read more

O'Briens Deli - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

Great local sandwich place. Located in a strip mall area, the seating on site is pretty small as is the shop itself. The focus is obviously food first and foremost and they do a great job of that. They have a large variety of different toppings, "pre-selected" sandwiches and standard deli items like macaroni salad, potato salad, chips and carry Dr. Brown's soda which is a good quality soda. Most of the time I've been here I've had the Reuben, you can't really go wrong with that choice and it's obviously the store's flagship sandwich for a reason. Every ingredient I've had is high quality, from the bread to the meat to the condiments. They obviously take care to produce good food. One of the times I visited I had their St Patrick's Day special of corned beef, cabbage and soda bread. The cabbage was just okay but the corned beef was of course amazing. The soda bread was the real star and it makes me sad it's not a regular offering. The only downside I'd note was it can get a little pricey and add up quickly if you have a couple people and start adding drinks or sides. Value could be a little better, even considering the food is well made and high quality. Overall this is a great place I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a local quality deli. Service is also prompt and wait times are reasonable even during busy times. read more

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Amazing deli!!! We we're driving through Winston-Salem on a road trip to the beach, and decided to make a stop in town. We looked up several different places, but noticed that this deli had excellent reviews, and decided to give it a shot. We are very glad that we chose to do so, because everything here was exactly as an old school authentic deli should be. The staff were super friendly, our orders came out promptly, and everything was just delicious. I highly recommend the Reuben. It is quite big, so they're half Reuben is a reasonably good option as well. Their Cubano sandwich was also amazing, and their meatball hoagie was a hit with one of our kids. Their pickles are excellent as well, and I recommend enjoying one of these instead of a bag of chips if you like them. The ambience is comfortable, and there is a lot of foot traffic, which they keep up with very impressively. Parking can be as somewhat of an issue, but don't be afraid to park around back if there are no parking spots up front. We do drive through Winston-Salem fairly regularly, and we will most definitely be back for more!! well done!!! read more

O'Briens Deli - Yum!!! - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

I came here on a Thursday around noon with one other person. There was a decent crowd which further confirms how great this place is. We did not wait long to order and the food came out pretty fast. I had ordered the club with no tomato with macaroni salad. The sandwich was so fresh tasting. The macaroni salad had a tang taste to it, but I enjoyed it more than the potato salad. I might just continue trying their different side items to see what I like best. The staff were so nice and checked in on us even though they were not waiters. Definitely my new favorite place. read more

O'Briens Deli - Macaroni Salad - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

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It was fairly busy but the staff was quick and friendly. I got the steak Philly - the cheese was nicely melted, onions grilled perfectly. The bread was fresh. Not much of an ambiance as the place is small but it's a deli. Very clean and the staff take care of you-they come and check on you, refill your drink. It's a must go to! read more

O'Briens Deli - Steak Philly Signature Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

Known as the home of the Reuben, I can confirm that it lived up to the hype--absolutely delicious! I also got to built my own sandwich with pastrami, rye bread, pimento cheese, banana peppers, pickles, and ranch. It was a bit messy, but oh so worth it! I paired it with half a pickle for that perfect crunch. We indulged in their creamy tomato soup, spicy sesame noodles, and the Coleman sandwich--what a feast! The service was fantastic, with friendly staff who made us feel right at home. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Delicious sandwiches. We had the Cuban and the Colman and boy oh boy. The Colman was the fan favorite for us, very tasty. This is a small deli. Parking is a bit wonky since it's along the two sides of the building. I didn't know they did sandwiches on a pickle but that will be my next order. read more

The restaurant staff were friendly and helpful. The restaurant was clean and well furnished. Parking was easy and the place was not crowded. The place has multiple awards on the wall, so i was excited to try it. I ordered the Chicken Parmesan sandwich; the flavor was not what I expected, it was good but I was a bit disappointed. I should have gone with something different like the Reuben. I did however really enjoy the soup, it was perfectly seasoned and had lots of chicken that was diced. It was very flavorful and I wish I could have just had more soup than anything as it was by far my favorite part of the meal. If I am near O'Briens again, I might stop in just for the soup . read more

O'Briens Deli - Chicken Soup - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

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I need to let you be aware first that if a restaurant has a Reuben on its menu, I order it. That determines to me if I am going to come back or not. So over the years I have had many...MANY Reuben sandwiches. The one I had at O'Briiens, was absolutely and without a doubt the best Reuben I have ever had in my life! You wouldn't think from the unassuming nature of the outside of the shop that they would house such a perfect balance of the Reuben. The meat, was tender and flavorful with each bite going the entire way through. When I say perfect balance, you need to know that a Reuben comes many different ways at times, but the perfect balance is where you taste each part of the ingredients in a perfect harmony. My wife missed out but she said her BLT was excellent, but she knows how much I judge my Reubens and when I looked at her with my smile and said that it was the best, there was no doubt that O'Briens had been judged as the ultimate Reuben sandwich location. It even says "Home of the Reuben" on the front window and how appropriate it is. The shop doesn't have a lot of tables but with the number of seats it had on Saturday afternoon each one was filled. I got a side of German potato salad and although the side container is not huge, it is enough and that salad was excellent in its own way. Don't take my word for it....even though from the above, I am being very honest and have had numerous Reubens, go to O'Briens and taste it for yourself. read more

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My husband had to come try the best Reuben in town which he agreed it was. I ordered the BLT on wheat with side of broccoli salad and it was delicious !!!! Bacon was perfect and had a good lettuce to mayo ratio. Place is unassuming and small but serves the best sandwiches we've had so far. read more

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While the Reuben here is a sandwich well worth one's attention, I took a different path and ordered the grilled Pimiento with tomato during my recent stop here, and I didn't regret the choice at all. Lovely melted cheese spread plus the acidity and fleshiness of the mater equals satisfaction. The deli isn't a large space, but I took lunch a little early so I didn't have trouble finding an open spot among the few tables inside. There are also a row of tables just outside, though I wouldn't call eating alongside Country Club Road's traffic the most aesthetically pleasant environment. The folks working here are extremely pleasant though. They answer questions, move with purpose, and maintain mindfulness of the needs of their guests. Heartily recommend O'Briens, and not just for that corned beef and sauerkraut option either (though it is good). read more

O'Briens Deli - Mini-Reuben, German potato salad. - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

This small place has a fairly broad menu, especially when you factor in the "build your own" options in sandwiches, the available bread and cheese choices, toppings and condiments. There are soups and salad choices, half sandwiches combos, and a variety of deli sides. They are best known for their excellent Reuben, probably as good as there is in the Triad! I decided to go with their Italian - an 8" sub well filled with Geona Salami, prosciutto, capocollo, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, and oil & vinegar. The cost is $10.49. This is an excellent Italian sub, loaded with Boars Head meats and cheese and fresh veggies, finished off with a healthy dose of salt, pepper, and oil & vinegar. I love their Reuben, but this an excellent choice also. Ambiance - 4 Food - 4.5 Service - 5 Value - 4.5 read more

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I stopped in O'Brien's deli with my family, and grabbed some food for the kids . O'Brien's deli is a vibrant and clean establishment. The people are really nice when we walked in giving us a greeting and acknowledging us which I always appreciate. My son had a turkey club sandwich and it came out promptly within 5 to 8 minutes or so . The sandwich was nicely built on fresh sour dough bread stacked with thinly sliced turkey with fresh lettuce and tomato. I was pleased with how quickly the food came out and would recommend this spot for lunch or a nice variety of sandwiches and sides. read more

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LOVE THE REUBEN SANDWICH. Great corned beef ( no fat). Yummy sauce and sauerkraut. Good cheese. I could eat one everyday. But the other day I decided to get a sub with ham, turkey, bacon, cheese, lettuce and tomatoes. Delicious. Just the right amount of mayo and lots of good Boars Head meats. My grandson ( who did get his Reuben) got the Asisn pasta salad as his side. I got the cucumber salad. Which cucumbers in a vinegar based dressing. I love the fact there are so many sides to choose from. My favorite is the Delicious refreshing broccoli salad. They offer 2-3 pasta salads, egg salad, potato salad. Regular and German potato salad. My cucumber salad. And to complete your Delicious meal they have coconut cake. And the best pineapple cake. YUM YUM. Worth going just to try the cake. They now offer wraps as well as sandwiches. All of the soups are good Especially when you get a grilled cheese with the tomato soup. Home run. I could eat bowls and bowls of the soup. They can make you a salad if that's what you prefer. They offer soda drinks. I livethe Arnold Palmer..half sweet tea half lemonade. They offer canned sodas as well. The staff are always friendly. Good place for a family meal. Or a business meeting. Which is where I do have a business meeting every month there. read more

Outstanding little sandwich shop in Winston! First off, I MUST mention the staff/customer service. It is phenomenal. Total stand out from other businesses. Everyone is so kind and efficient. It was packed on Saturday afternoon but it moved like a well oiled machine and no one batted an eye or appeared stressed whatsoever. It was impressive! Parking looks to be tough upon arrival but there's additional parking out back. The inside itself is pretty small with only a few tables but we were able to snag one! There's also a few on the front sidewalk. The sandwiches are super fresh, affordable, and great portion sizes. There are tons of sandwiches and it's hard to choose! There are plenty of side options to choose from, as well. I landed on the CT based on a recommendation from who I believe to be one of the owners. It did not disappoint! It was very unique and tasty. Spicy, but not too spicy and the pimento cheese eases some of the heat. Think: local deli and CFA's Honey Pepper Pimento had a baby. My dad got the Meatball Sub and my mom the Club. They both loved theirs. My mom tried the pasta salad, it was good but if you are not an olive fan you will not like this one! Very olive heavy. All ingredients were fresh. I'll definitely be back here and will make the 35 minute drive from Greensboro with no problem. I can't wait to try some other options! read more

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You can't go wrong with Boars Head deli meats, and I can definitely taste the higher quality. The pastrami here is absolutely delicious, and the best pastrami sandwich I've had anywhere in the Piedmont Triad. read more

We have now visited O'Briens on two more occasions.And just like our first experience. I chose the Italian my wife had BLT.My Italian was very good just as expected with that good Boar's head meat.My wife loves a good BLT and it was not a disappointment.And we definitely got another chocolate chip cookie. On our third trip I wanted eggplant parmigiana. A first for me. The sauce alone with the good sub roll made for good first time try for me. I also got one of their pickle spears that I was really glad it was sliced in half. I knew she wasn't gonna watch me eating one and not want a bite.She a Turkey Melt and cucumber vinegar and onions for her side. I hade a bag of chips. And of course another chocolate chip cookie. I been reading the menu to decide if it's Cheese Steak or what it may be. read more

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Fast and friendly service. An absolutely delicious Reuben. Tasty pasta salad. It's a small/cozy venue, with a few tables and counter service. They offer a variety of sandwiches and sweet treats. It was a great find for me, will be back again as my schedule allows! read more

Food was great and came quickly. Checked on me and my family multiple times throughout to make sure we were taken care of. A little bit limited seating, but would recommend. read more

Finally stopped in to O'Briens deli and I'm already planning my trip back. I had to try the pickle sandwich so I'll be back for the Italian asap. I got the Reuben on a pickle. While it was messy it was so good! Idk how they find pickles this large but I want an endless supply. The meat is fresh and everything was delicious. The staff were so kind and friendly. They came by multiple times to refill drinks and make sure we didn't need anything. I can't recommend O'Briens more! read more

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I love a good sandwich so I was excited to try O'Briens in person. I've gotten to try their tuna and egg salad at an event and both were tasty. So on this visit, I had a half a tuna sandwich with pasta salad combo. The staff was very nice. The tuna salad was really good and so was the pasta salad. The tuna salad had the perfect balance of flavor and texture. I love the different combinations you could make for your meal. I also added one of the pickles which was very good and the meal came with a drink. The soups and other sandwiches looked very good and I will definitely come back to try more. read more

O'Briens Deli - Half Pickle Mediterranean Pasta Salad 1/2 Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Winston Salem, North Carolina

First time in today. The place is very clean with a sanitation grade 98.0! Friendly service and the food was on point. I love that they have a half sandwich/ half soup option bc I love both, but can't always eat an entire sandwich and soup. I tried the chicken and rice soup with half of The Rachel (turkey reuben). The soup was super hot and just the right amount of. The Rachel wasn't a skimpy sandwich and was very tasty. My husband tried The Cuban and really enjoyed it. He's from Miami and has eaten his fair share of Cubans, and he really liked this one! The kids had turkey sandwich's with choice of pickle or chips. Drink included. One kid tried the meatballs and they were delicious! Didn't get to try dessert this time, but next time we will for sure! Located on Country Club Rd in Winston; go check them out! Open Mon- Sat 11:00-7:00 read more

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Ordered the pastrami on rye. It was delicious. Only complaint was that it was really greasy. I'm not an expert on this stuff so I dont know if thats the norm but it was delicious and I will definitely be back. read more

O'Briens is locally owned, and they only carry fresh & high quality ingredients. This place is definitely a hidden gem. They are best known for their Ruben Sandwich. The service is great, and the food is delicious. read more

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I have appreciated this restaurant so much since it's even grown in popularity. I finally did a sit down lunch and loved the ambience of feeling like I was in a deli in the middle of anywhere in the world while experiencing wonderful southern hospitality. The quality is A++. The owner came out to greet everyone and wanted to know our experiences and could not have been kinder. read more

Born & raised in NY 40-41 yrs. I know delusional! I know sandwiches! The bar is high for me. NY is the Deli, Bagel & sure nuff Pizza Capitol of the worrrrrrrrrld. Argue with the musk under your arms. I said what I said . O'BRIENS COULD TRANSPLANT TO NY & FIT RIGHT IN! Literally one of the best Turkey sandwiches I ever had. Zero complaints every thing was right. One of the most impressive things was it was busy. But the sandwiche was art. Prepared & cut to perfection. It wasn't thrown together at all. Whoever made it takes pride in neatness & form. Definitely a hidden gem for me not being a homegrown North Carolinian. Mac salad & chicken rice soup were homeruns as well. read more

Stopped here on a whim. The deli is much smaller than I expected, but sufficient. Staff at front counter was helpful/knowledgeable. Ended up ordering the tuna melt with a side of German potato salad. Chose to eat in my car and thankfully this was not too messy! The tuna sandwich was fantastic and the horseradish mayo added a little extra zing. I ordered mine with extra pickles, but next time for personal preference would probably add cheese and tomato. It was cooked perfectly. As for the German potato salad, frankly I've never had this before so I wasn't sure what to expect. It wasn't for me, but I'm sure it's good to those who like it! I won't make a special trip for this place, but it was pretty good. read more

Haven't been to O'Briens in Awhile, can't explain why! Called in an order for lunch & showed up 10 min later & it was ready to go. Ordered the best pastrami sandwich ever & tried the Cuban sandwich too. Excellent! Still haven't found better macaroni salad anywhere else so I ordered extra & added a pickle too. Best service & prices! Thanks again! read more