Excellent choices of sandwiches and cute deli market with craft selections. The sandwich was awesome and the service was personable and they make you feel like family. read more

Sammy's Downtown Deli - Great selection! - Delis Near Me - Annapolis, Maryland

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Stopped by Sammy's Deli while taking in the weather in downtown Annapolis-my little loves coming here to dine, get ice cream and just walk the area-she says it's her favorite place and always tells people how it's the capital of MD, lol. So we walk in Sammy's and my husband and I are impressed by the pickles and hot sauce varieties. We didn't plan to order food, yet as a foodie I love specialty shops and always patronize them. This one was no different, although I regret doing so. At first the woman (who I imagine is the owner) seemed personable she asked all the customers to let her know if they needed help and she was smiling and all, but for whatever reason that changed after we got to the register to pay. She then became very condescending, rude and uptight. She asked a multitude of questions like for instance she asked what brings us to Annapolis. I told her we always visit and she says well you picked a busy day to come, like I made a poor choice in visiting or something, like we shouldn't be there. I thought to myself, um, did you not here me, I always come to the area, therefore I know it's busy, ALL THE TIME..it's been that way since forever in Annapolis. Then she just kept going on about our purchase saying we made good choices..like she literally said "oh you made good choices..you made good choices. Her tone sounded to me as if she was surprised that our pallet was sophisticated enough to get truffle chips and hot sauce and garlic dill pickles; like give me a break. She then asks my husband if he likes cheese. He says no but my wife does, she is the cheese expert. She didn't say another word, she did not crack a smile nor engage me in any way after he said that. As a store owner that would have been the perfect opportunity to sell me on cheese or whatever it was that you thought you needed to ask him that for. Finally even after all this, I asked her if she had a tip jar because I was going to tip my change (approximately $3.xx). She said no, I don't take tips, I just want you to go home and enjoy your purchase-as if she was too good or prideful to take MY money and wanted us to leave the store. I guess black families who love on each other and their children, who travel an hr away from home to visit downtown Annapolis are foreign to her and/or rub her the wrong way. And wouldn't you know as I am leaving I saw a tip bucket on the counter. Go figure. My husband and I discussed our visit and he informed me that while I was off doing another final lap of the store she had asked him if he was hungry and he said no...so maybe that's why she was mad-that we didn't get her food. He said she had a look as if to say then what are you doing here. Terrible. And I know from reading this it seems like she asked basic questions, but it is one of those you had to be there conversations; her tone, lack of eye contact and all made for a very uncomfortable experience. One thing is for certain, I will never patronize this store again and for anyone reading this and the other reviews, believe the ones that say these people are mean and rude because they certainly are. read more

Stopped at this hole in the wall yesterday just to peep the place after smelling these aromas while driving downtown to work. Finally found it thanks to their lil sign placed on the brick sidewalk. My coworker and I were welcomed inside and found the menu on the back wall of the place. After ordering our sandwiches, we found snacks and drinks inside. Good selection of accompaniments for all things sandwiches. I will def be back especially after their rye bread gave my mom's a run for her money! Great bang for your buck, and loads of options. read more

The best 10 years ago and the best today. Sandwiches crafted with class and care. Always great conversations. read more

Sammy's Downtown Deli - Skinny Turkey - Delis Near Me - Annapolis, Maryland

Great selection of cheeses and hot sauces, and they are super generous with the free samples! We stop here every time we're in Annapolis.

HOW IS THIS PLACE STILL IN BUSINESS!!?? I'm a pretty laid-back individual and don't normally get upset about bad customer service. Having worked in several restaurants throughout high school and college, I usually give the person behind the counter the benefit of the doubt (money problems, bad day, etc). But this place pissed me off so much I actually created a Yelp account just to warn off others. I know this sandwich shop pretty well and considering I lived right behind it for a year and half on Prince George St., this wasn't my first vsit. I always thought the baguette sandwiches were good, but at about $6-7 each, they're not THAT good, and certainly not worth putting up with the woman behind the counter. She's easily the rudest store-owner in downtown Annapolis, and it's a shame she's the face of that business considering there are others there who rely on her to keep customers happy and returning. The first few times I visited, I noticed something was a little off, but she seemed to direct most of her anger towards her co-workers or another customer so I shrugged it off. Big mistake... This time, since we were the only customers, we got the brunt of it. After messing up our order, she yelled at my wife even though they were the ones who screwed up. I was outside the store at the time with our dog, so I had to go back inside and argue with her to get a refund. Needless to say we won't be going back and I recommend to anyone else--tourist or local--to save your money and instead try the revamped Market House or any of the other dozen bar/restaurant choices you have. In this economy, it's really not worth spending that much money to be treated like crap. read more

Underrated! I stopped in the shop after walking around the area and ordered a sub sandwich to go. I also purchased some cheese and a pickle, and I must say I was really impressed with that sandwich. I gave four stars, and will upgrade it to five stars when I return and get the same quality of product that I received the first time visiting. I person, whom I assume was the owner assisted me, and he was very personable and chatted a bit about the surrounding area. I not only enjoyed the sandwich, I enjoyed the visit as well. read more

Been here a few times so far and had a great experience each time. Food was delicious and everyone there was friendly and nice, even with our fussy toddler. I'll be back for sure. read more

I am a deli fanatic! and this place is one of the best I have ever had and will definitely be back. I wish I had discovered it sooner. The sandwich was delicious and they had so many options. The owners were so kind and welcoming which I always love in a restaurant. Can't wait to go back read more

Sammy's is a family owned place that feels like a Jewish family reunion, which is great. However there should be seating. Maybe there is a second floor with seating but I didn't see it. Anyway, it is trying to be a grocery store with a sandwich counter for take out I guess. We had to go sit at the market down the street. Sandwiches were fine. read more

It's oftentimes a miss rather than a hit.i have ordered multiple times and they have served me so many sub par sandwiches from either a stale bread, burnt bread, and spoiled tuna. I would say it's one of the oldest and yet worst food places downtown Annapolis. read more

Mean old people. I wanted to order but was turned off by the customer service. I have no idea how good the sandwiches are but I'm sure they're nothing to write home about. read more

Mean old people. Ate there 3 times. First time food was decent. Second time the owner husband gave me the wrong #9 sandwich. I ate it anyway, didn't like it. 3rd time same thing, so I brought it back and asked apologetically if I could possibly get the right one. The owner wife went into a righteous indignant rage, including slamming down her pen. I tried to defuse the situation, but as I walked out the door she said mean stuff about people never being happy and told me to never come back. So unless you want to risk being yelled at by mean old people, STAY AWAY. read more

I would give this a zero if could. The wife owner is extremely rude and condescending. Two years ago, was reprimanded for not upgrading to the French bread. Today, was told to 'do whatever you want even though we know better than you' because I was looking for a full baguette which they don't carry. Extremely nasty staff. Avoid at all costs unless you want to be belittled. read more

This place also goes by the name "the Big Cheese." I'll give it a two, because the tukey club wasn't bad. But that's the sort of thing that only Panera can mess up. From the moment my wife and i walked in we could tell something wasn't right. Customers standing around looking disoriented. No clear order or pick up lines. We worked our way to the counter asking folks along the way if they had ordered (line 1). Placed an oder for our sandwich. Wife wanted to get her own drink so we again asked other confused patrons what line they were in. Folks behind the counter were scurrying around in chaotic manner looking lost. Got to the register but the would not let us pay for the sandwich yet (line 2). Got back in the "waiting for your order line (line 3). Finally sandwich came up. Wife commented that the chaos was not very efficient. Owner got huffy and claimed their "system" has worked for them for 22 years. Wife: "doesn't work for your customers. Take a look around." Just then, flustered lady approaches and asks where her order is, and then cancels it--walks out. Place is filling up. Orders not being filled. Just plain odd. read more

Rude staff. Runny eggs. Was told I 'ordered wrong' when my food did not come as ordered. Food is ok at best.

I loved the egg and cheese sandwich. My family also loved their food. The staff was also extremely friendly and offered us great advice on our trip back to Jersey. read more

Staff is rude and not welcoming. Sandwiches are good quality and the menu offers a nice selection. Unfortunately, I will not go often considering the poor customer service. read more