(4.25) O'Brien's is the kind of classic deli every city…read moreshould 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.

Death, Taxes, and the classic Reuben from O'Briens Deli. All certainties, but only one of them…read moreenjoyable. 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!

Despite a few mishaps during our visit, I'm still giving it a full rack of stars. I used to stop…read morehere for the occasional lunch trip with co-workers, and this was my first time back since relocating back to the Triad. It was a busy lunch hour when we pulled in, but still able to find parking without difficulty. Several copies of the menu are taped along the booth partitions that create the order line walkway. Lots of options, and I went with the TJ's Club Special. Order taken and paid for at the front counter, and we selected a table near the front window. The place was definitely busy with both takeout and dine-in orders. Restaurant was well-lit, comfortable, and clean. Mishap #1, we noticed a lot of other order numbers being called besides ours so my wife went up to inquire and it somehow got labeled with a different patron's name and put off to the side. Hey, mistakes happen and the order contents itself were accurate. My wife got the half-sandwich and soup and made the comment that the soup was nice and hot. My Club sandwich was PACKED with meat like you'd expect if your grandma had made it. I got my sandwich with their pasta salad and it was delicious. Mishap #2, we were hoping to use the restroom before leaving but it was labelled "out of order". For all I know, a plumber might have been dispatched, but this is one of those things I would think you need to take care of ASAP when offering a dine-in option. TJ's is definitely a must-try for a great deli sandwich.

Stopped in at TJ's again for lunch. I ordered something I've never tried before- The Grilled…read moreChicken Wrap. It was hot and delicious although I felt the tortilla wrap was a little stiff like maybe they didn't warm it before adding the ingredients. My husband got an Italian Hoagie. He had them take off the 1000 Island and add mayo instead. He enjoyed it a lot. We also got a side of Onion Rings to share. The first thing we noticed was how dark in color they were and also the abundance of seasoning. My husband took a bite of one and immediately started coughing because of the super salty flavor of them. Having a long history in the restaurant business, we could tell they were re-fried and obviously re-seasoned. He returned them to the counter where they gave us a fresh batch without a problem. The new ones were visibly much better however, as long time customers of TJ's we noticed how much thicker the breading was than it used to be. I was disappointed the batter was so prominent I couldn't really taste the onion. I think they either changed their breading or changed the way they bread them. I wasn't a fan though so I will hesitate to order any breaded items from now on. The dining room, as always was bright and clean bustling with customers eating lunch. The service is nothing but friendly there every time we visit as well. I will continue to frequent TJ's Deli.

Side plate plus the turkey and pepperoni wrap special - our go to weekday lunch order!…read more Their sides are always a hit but our favorites are the Greek pasta salad which has olives and sundried tomatoes in it, the sesame noodles (IYKYK), and the Greek antipasto salad which has artichokes and Greek dressing in it! If you've got room left try their NY cheesecake which has a special layer of vanilla cream on top to balance out the tangy cream cheese base. This deli is one of our favorites in town which is what makes it a common stop each week.

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Who wouldn't like an authentic Italian market with homemade Italian favorites?…read more The moment you walk through the door, your senses are on overload from the sites and smells of meats, cheeses and the aroma of garlic that make you want to taste everything you see. The gentlemen working there are so handsome and helpful. They were eager to assist and the service is top notch. They get you in and out quickly, without sacrificing quality. Dats what I'm talkin about! Their artichokes look so good. I can't stop thinking about them and am kicking myself in the pants for not getting some. Oh well, I guess that means I'll be forced to go back and get some. Ha! What I did get was the Italian Stallion sub and the Meatball Parm sub. First. Let's talk about the bread. FRESH and slightly crunchy on the outside, with the perfect amount of chewy, and pillowy yet dense on the inside. The BEST bread on a sub that I've found in NC. The Marinara on the sub is authentic Italian marinara with just the right amount of cheese, but those MEATBALLS...I've never had a meatball quite like theirs and they are homemade, delicious with the perfect seasonings. Yum! The Italian Stallion. Absolutely the BEST sandwich I think I've ever eaten. They don't skimp on the meat that's for sure and its QUALITY cold cuts all the way. And the best thing about getting food from here? Their prices. They have kept their prices on the lean side while still keeping their sandwiches fat. Love love love! So what ya gonna do about it? Go back for more! That's what! This is a 100% YES and I will be recommending to everyone.

Great authentic Italian food very tasty and delicious…read more The service was fast, maybe too fast you don't have time to think The ambiance is pickup and go, no space or environment to stay

It is more and more difficult to find a national fast food chain to have any real confidence in,…read moreeither as to the quality of the food or the service. And as for a double curse, at most of these spots, the prices go up as the portions tail off. I have found Jason's to be flying against these trends, consistently providing stable value and consistent flavor from a menu that is large and varied - with their full salad bar providing one of the very best values at any restaurant, national or local. On this visit, I was again picking up several items for a small family group. We chose fully loaded containers from the salad bar, a bow of chili, and a full sized Reuben sandwich. Once home, we split the items up for all to enjoy - nothing disappointed! This was a first try with the chili, and it was quite nice - plenty of well seasoned ground beef, no beans or onions, but was well topped with cheddar cheese! The Reuben contained 8 ounces of hot, tasty corned beef, great cheese, plenty of kraut, marble rye, and lots of 1000 Island Dressing. It was cut into the required pieces, and the additional dressing was shared - a bit messy but delicious in total. The center piece was the large amount of variety in the salad, and when well covered in the dressing this was great - not especially healthy with the amount of dressing I added! I'll be back soon as I noticed they are offering Beef Stew for a while - gotta try that.

Had the New York Yankee and my oh my it was loaded with meat. Love going there for fresh…read moreeverything. Free ice-cream.

What a cool find! Friends brought us to "The Amish deli" for lunch; but it was so much more! They…read morehave an amazing deli. Delicious sandwiches on home baked bread, which we ate in big comfy chairs on the front porch. But it is also a step back in time. We wandered around the General Store, looking at the jars of jellies and pickles, bags of noodles, loaves of homemade bread, and so many other items. Bought some bread, egg noodles, and popcorn, to take home. Check it out!

This will forever be one of my favorite places to visit in Hamptonville and it is definitely a…read morehidden gem!! They have fresh made to order sandwiches daily as well as all kinds of Amish made goods. This place has something for everyone.

Excellent food. The Gap Deli is one of my faves! I wish they would offer breakfast though.read more

A little gem off highway 77. Taking a long road trip and this is definitely worth stopping for. The…read morefood is delicious, not salty at all and fresh ingredients. We got here at 10:02 and breakfast was over:( wish there could have been an exception for that BUT we will be back and highly recommend!

The Daily Basket is a local gem! Fresh, high-quality ingredients, deliciously, fresh sandwiches,…read moreand consistently great flavor. The indoor and outdoor seating makes it easy to enjoy your meal on-site. It's a laid-back atmosphere, solid food, and reliable quality...this spot definitely deserves to be on your regular rotation. The staff always greats you with a smile and is super friendly. It's worth your time to go grab lunch at the DB!

This store is a gem in the area. The deli here is really good, and a nice spot to stop in for a…read moresandwich and beer. They have unique sandwich creations that you don't find anywhere else. You can also find local made snacks, produce, flowers & plants, etc. Free live music on Saturdays out back. The daily basket is definitely worth checking out!

Dioli's has been one of my family's favorite since we moved from NY. I love to get the hot sauce…read moreand egg panini and I add a hash brown. Don't be scared of the hot sausage if you don't like spice bc it is not spicy it just has a really good flavor. I always like to put hot sauce and some ketchup on mine. This breakfast sausage is my all time favorite and definitely reminds me of home. This is my go to and they have so many sandwich you can pick from. Not just breakfast but lunch too.

We went to get coffee and breakfast at the nearby Starbucks and saw this place, so we got breakfast…read morehere instead. Thank gosh we did! I got the burrito with turkey bacon and it was well worth it. It was medium/big with lots of quality, low calorie ingredients - which is exactly what I wanted! My husband loved his prosciutto sandwich on focaccia! They also had LOTS of Italian cookies and baked good options! Parking was a little tight in the small lot, but not bad Lots of seating options and clean bathroom!

#88 Philly Cheesesteak, added pepper jelly relish and jalapeños for an extra kick of heat…read more This sandwich is the best darn thing I've eaten in a while! The meat-to-cheese was on point and the onions were grilled to perfection! I travel for work, so I've been blessed to have had the chance to try iconic meals from all over the world. This sandwich was better than any other Philly I've ever had (even over the ones I've had from Philadelphia)! It was juicy, flavorful, and I didn't want it to end! If this place is far for you, just go. You will not regret making the trek.

It's kind of a hike to get to Lil Papi's from where I live, but I've made it a couple times and it…read moreis well worth the effort. Both times I've gotten the San Juan Tripleta and the Ultimate eaten half of each in the store and taken the other two halves home for later. The ingredients are fresh and tasty and the bread an excellent blend of crispy/chewy. I will definitely be back and am committed to trying two different sandwiches on the next visit!