I have travelled all over the country on business for 40 years and eaten at all the famous and no so famous sandwich shops. Sandwiches are my favorite food by a long shot. This place is the best I have ever eaten at. Sandwiches are off the hook and I always struggle with which killer sandwich to order. Salads and soups are excellent and great selection of chips. If you are in Columbus this is a must stop for a great meal. read more

Found this place on Yelp while in German Village. Wanted a good deli sandwich to pack a lunch for exploring Greenlawn Cemetery. Busy little spot. Decent menu but not overwhelming. The wait was great for as busy as they were. Decent seating inside and out but a lot were to go orders I ordered the #7 The Village Addiction $13.00 smoked turkey, havarti, cranberry mayonnaise served grilled on sour dough. The cranberry mayo was a great addition to the sandwich tangy and refreshing. They have plenty of salads as well but I opted for the Curry Cauliflower. Well spiced, slight heat, but delicious Service was friendly and welcoming. Good value and a refreshing change from fast food restaurants read more

This place rocks! Such a great sandwich spot with lots of different sides to choose from. The staff was very kind and provided some suggestions because it was my first time there. Our sandwiches arrived quickly and we got a cozy spot outdoors. Definitely will be back! read more

A Late Lunch at The Brown Bag Deli - German Village Tucked away on Mohawk Street in historic German Village, The Brown Bag Deli is the kind of place that feels both casual and quirky the moment you step inside. The walls are painted like blackboards, with the menu handwritten in chalk, giving the space a friendly, eclectic charm. It's the kind of spot that invites you to slow down and savor a sandwich that's been carefully thought through. As a former chef, I tend to pay attention to the details--flavor balance, texture, presentation--and our late lunch at Brown Bag had plenty of those little moments worth noticing. My Sandwich - The #1 on Ten Grain I went with the #1: roast turkey, house-made coleslaw, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing, all stacked on hearty nine-grain bread, grilled and served warm. True to the deli's name, it arrived wrapped in paper and tucked into a simple brown bag, accompanied by a crisp kosher dill pickle. The turkey had a gentle smoky undertone that stood out nicely against the slightly melted Swiss. The coleslaw was rough-cut, lightly dressed, and added a crunchy, fresh contrast to the rich Russian dressing. At $14.25 a la carte, the sandwich was generous in portion and satisfying, but I found myself thinking this would be the perfect sandwich to split--especially if you're also adding sides. I paired mine with Molly's macaroni salad. It had all the right components--peppers, onion, celery, chopped egg--but for my taste it leaned a little dry. A touch more creaminess could have taken it from "good" to "great." My Wife's Choice - The #16 Classic Club Candi went for the #16 Classic Club: roast turkey, thick-cut bacon, lettuce, tomato, and herb mayo on sourdough. At $14.50, it was every bit the traditional stacked deli club, with layers of flavor you expect. She gave it the thumbs-up. Like mine, her sandwich was served with a pickle, and she added a side of broccoli salad. Flavor-wise, it had promise, but it could have used a bit more seasoning to brighten things up. We also shared a bag of rosemary and garlic kettle chips--crunchy, flavorful, and a good complement to the sandwiches. Price vs. Value Our lunch came to $42.50 before tip, which pushed the total to nearly $50 for two sandwiches, two small sides, and one bag of chips. As someone who's worked in kitchens, I understand the rising cost of ingredients and the challenge of keeping margins while delivering quality. That said, I couldn't help but feel that for the price point, a sandwich should come with a side included. It would make the value match the taste. Final Thoughts The sandwiches were definitely the highlight--thoughtful combinations, good quality ingredients, and prepared with care. Would I go back? Absolutely. But next time, I'll likely split a sandwich, skip the sides, and leave room for dessert--the display case looked tempting. The Brown Bag Deli is a German Village staple for a reason: it's straightforward, unpretentious, and delivers on flavor. Just be prepared for prices that lean higher than your average deli stop. Until next time, I'm Brian -- and remember to Take the Trip! (And maybe the dessert next time, too...) read more

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This is such an adorable small business, where the atmosphere is always full of warm energy. I love grabbing a quick and easy lunch pickup order and enjoying a delicious and generously sized sandwich! I specifically love the club sandwich and the chicken salad! This is in a great location for downtown and German Village workers, and I absolutely recommend stopping in to pickup a nice meal as a middle of the week reward! read more

Delish! In town for a couple of days and found this place for lunch. Worth it! So many options plus homemade pasta salads at the counter. The best deviled egg ever!! Go now! read more

YE Gurl's Sandwich Stroll: Brown Bag Deli Vibes with the Crew Brown Bag Deli - German Village 4/26/2025 It's YE Gurl! Out here living my best life in German Village with the YE girl crew on one of our low-key, good food, good convo excursions. Brown Bag Deli is that cute, casual sandwich shop tucked near the park, perfect for grabbing a bite and enjoying the charm of the neighborhood. Small, cozy inside with bench seating, but honestly, this is a grab-your-sandwich-and-hit-the-park kind of spot. Meal: Now y'all know I walk the pescatarian/vegetarian line, so the menu was a little limited for me, but I locked in on the Number 15 - Jalapeño Popper Sandwich ($14.00) and it did not disappoint. It's stacked with roasted jalapeño cream cheese, cheddar, hot pepper jack, tomato, red onion, and spinach all hugged by pumpernickel bread. Yes, the spinach was absolutely a strategic choice to move all that cheese along--balance, okay? The sandwich was hefty, packed with flavor, and honestly if I ate meat, it could've been a two-meal situation. But I had just finished my fitness challenge and this was my little indulgence moment before swinging back into my protein-tracking life. The other chicas in the YE girl crew had their sandwiches of choice and we just soaked up the good weather, good energy, and great laughs. Brown Bag Deli keeps it affordable, friendly, and family-ready. Whether you're rolling solo, with your squad, walking your pup, or bringing the kids, this is a solid stop. read more

The Brown Bag Deli - The menu to get all the tasties from - Delis Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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This place is FANTASTIC. The amount of sandwich choices to choose from, you really can't go wrong. They are a great size as well! The service is decently fast for how poppin' this place is! I would sooooo come back here. We grabbed some sandos to take with us on a picnic and it was lovely. read more

The Brown Bag Deli - Delis Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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We just moved to the village and absolutely love this place! The sandwiches are phenomenal as are the sides and the desserts! Food is a little pricey, but you get at least two meals out of one sandwich and one side, so the value is there! Love you guys, thanks for providing such a consistent option for a great deli style sandwich! read more

Absolutely delicious chicken salad sandwich! Great service, and love to support a local business. Portions were big and worth the cost. :) The gorgeous german village is a perfect setting, sitting outside is lovely ! read more

The Brown Bag Deli - chicken salad sandwich - Delis Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

To start what was a disappointing experience, on street parking is minimal and awkward. I wasn't greeted when I went up a couple of stairs to enter at the edge of a small to modest dining room of communal tables. One wall was covered with a complex sandwich creation formula. When I finally went up and disturbed the cashier she asked me if I'd looked at the wall behind me.... It was covered with descriptions of sandwich options. I selected #8 (I've forgotten the name, but it reportedly had several kinds of meats, some cheese and lots of other stuff). I was instructed to go back to the cashier and place my order for the sandwich and a can of pop I served myself to from a cooler adjacent to the cashier/register, and pay ( slightly over $20, before tip). No sides... From reviews and comments I'd expected an overstuffed sandwich with lots of meats and all. When my sandwich came to my table wrapped in paper cut in half in a plastic basket. It wasn't even large, let alone "overstuffed". It came with one small, limp, unappetizing pickle. The sandwich was alright. Nothing really wrong with it. Just not as much food as in a sub from the national chain. There were few customers coming and going, but lots of available seating in the room I was in , or a second dining room beyond. Sorry I didn't take any pictures. I found no reason to return again. However, if others with you were insisting, I suppose it's not worth objecting to, to strenuously. read more

I love the brown bag deli! I've been coming here for years and absolutely love their sandwich selection- my favorite is the Village Addiction sandwich and every time I get it they are always helpful and happy to make adjustments to the sandwich for me. The staff is really kind and helpful anytime I have questions they always patiently wait and offer helpful recommendations. Lastly the ambiance is very hipster mom and pop, I think it provides a ton of great no frills just good food vibes to German Village. The location is superb for grabbing a quick bite before heading to the park to hang out with some friends! My only wish was that they try to keep their online menu prices up to date for more seamless experience for customers! read more

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The Brown Bag Deli is a classic hole-in-the-wall neighborhood gem, though prices have crept up over the years. Most recently, we grabbed 2 of their #11 Brown Bag Subs. They're loaded with smoked ham, capicola, pastrami, salami, Swiss, hot pepper jack, provolone, lettuce, tomato, red onion, banana peppers, mayo, and Italian dressing. You can get it hot or cold on a hoagie roll. We went with the whole for $15.25 and it's a hefty, satisfying sandwich. They also have a soup and sandwich combo if you want something a little lighter. It comes with half a sandwich and an 8oz soup or deli side for $13. It's a charming little spot with friendly staff, but it's often busy, especially during the lunch rush. Highly recommend ordering online ahead of time if you're just swinging by. read more

This place is absolutely incredible. I have been here three or four times now, and the village addiction is ALWAYS my go to!!! The service is always amazing as well. Great lunch spot, I highly recommend! read more

The Brown Bag Deli is superior! Randomly decided to pick my daughter up from school early and ventured here since I was craving a good quality deli sandwich. No exaggeration this may have been the best Club Sandwich I've had. I requested spicy deli mustard which they didn't have but someone from the kitchen overheard and offered to add a family secret spicy mustard, which really in my opinion elevated the experience. The shop is small but adorable and has a few tables for in house dining. The woman at the register was extremely helpful in explaining the sandwich options and daily specials. I paid $28 for what's pictured and wanted to go back in and try more things. Can't wait to visit again read more

The Brown Bag Deli - #16 Club - Delis Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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My husband and I were craving cuban sandwiches and when I found out that this deli had them we had to go! The service we received was so nice and we felt welcomed. I really enjoyed the ambiance because it felt so relaxing. We will be back! read more

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Great spot relatively close to Ohio State. Food was excellent - we had the club sandwich, the Molly's favorite, soup of the day and a caprese salad. Bonus points for awesome pickles on the side. read more

We stopped at Brown Bag Deli today for lunch. This deli is located in the trendy neighborhood known as German Village with its bricked laid streets and cute homes. The deli is super welcoming inside and had many sandwiches too choose from along with some yummy side dishes. I had the classic club with had smoked turkey, thick sliced pepper bacon, Swiss, lettuce, tomato and red onion with herb mayonnaise on my favorite sour dough bread. My side was broccoli salad that had broccoli, sunflowers, red Cabbage and sunflower seeds. Both the sandwich and side were very good. The sandwich was very thick and hearty and the side was a generous portion. The y also gave me a large kosher dill pickle. We sat outside and really enjoyed our food and the shaded sidewalk area. I thought the food was pricey but you received a huge portion. One sandwich and side could easily be split among 2 people. I would definitely go back and you should check them out. I think you would really like what they offer. Oh, they do also offer inside seating. Parking is on the street only. They had great looking desserts but I was too full to partake. Counter service was friendly and welcoming. They do offer soups but I did not purchase one today. read more

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The sandwiches and salads are all very tasty. But, the people who work here are consistently rude, snarly, and uninterested in customer service. It's a running joke in my friend group about who has had the worst experience. There are lots of good stories. But sometimes their turkey and cranberry sandwich is worth it. read more

What an amazing gem in historic German Village! The menu is extensive and unique and the daily specials are delicious. Fresh baked desserts and sides/salads are top quality. Service is always quick and friendly from Adam and the others working. This is definitely a must "go to" ! read more

Very friendly and patient service. Leroy's Smokin Sandwich was great and paired well with the smoked potato salad. Definitely recommend read more

The Brown Bag Deli - Leroy's Smokin Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

This spot is LEAPS AND BOUNDS better than Katzingers and Warios. Big hearty meaty tasty unctuous sandwiches that'll have you with hella leftovers that taste as good or better than the first bite. You'll pay a pretty penny but so what when you get your moneys worth and taste worth as well. House made slaws, smoked potato salads, in addition to chips and unique sodas. Furthermore they've got house made baked goods that are smooth, velvety, and delicious. There are only a very small handful of great delis in the city and this spot is #1. There's really nothing else I can say about this place that folks in that community don't already know because they get mad business and it's well deserved! read more

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I am still on the hunt for a really great deli in Columbus. I love a great sub, and I just haven't found an amazing place yet. The sandwiches were good, but not great. A little overpriced, but the price is in line with other delis that I have tried in the area. I got Molly's Favorite which had tomato pesto, turkey and spinach on ciabatta. All the ingredients on their own were solid, but the sandwich itself sounded better than it was. The bread was good, but not great and there was no kick to make the sandwich worth the price. The soup of the day, Hungarian mushroom, was amazing and definitely something I would order again. But I would not go back for the sandwich. And the side pickle was meh, the brine wasn't my favorite and tasted a little too bitter. My husband ordered a reuben and the corned beef was cold and it was also just okay. It also was a bit small for the price. His reuben was the size of my half sandwich I got with the pick 2 I ordered. Lastly, we ordered a brownie. It was chewy, but a little dry. The taste was okay, it was just average. Overall I had high expectations, based on what others have told me, and I just felt like this was an average place with relaxing vibes. However, since the sandwiches weren't great I don't think I'd go back. read more

Good food, good portions for 14.50. I had got the Cuban. I give it a seven out of ten. It needed toasted slightly more. read more

The Brown Bag Deli - Cuban sandwich - Delis Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I came here as part of the food tour and the sandwiches are INSANE! I think it was one of the best bites I had while on the tour. The vegetarian sandwich was really good and my friend got the turkey sandwich and could not stop raving about it. The pasta salad that they have is also really good. I will definitely come back and recommend this place if you come visit! There is seating available inside. cash and credit accepted as well as Apple Pay.service is efficient! TRUE CORNER GEM! read more

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Go here!! Big, heavily stacked sandwiches with lots of flavor and lots of options! I got the Cuban and it was so good. They used quality Dijon and the flavors paired really well. It's a small interior, but we were lucky to grab a seat at the table outside. read more

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What can I say....just the best sandwiches in town. The sandwiches are in a class by themselves, but don't miss all of the delicious deli salads. Deviled eggs are unusual - smoky and sweet. read more

This is a favorite spot in German Village. It's perfect for grabbing a bite before a play at Schiller Park or stopping in on a lunch break. My favorite sandwich is the Village Addiction. They also have a lot of yummy dessert and salad options to choose from. Service is always good, and they get the sandwiches out quick! read more

Great choice of deli sandwiches and sides. Really liked the Spice of Life sandwich. Staff is very helpful and friendly. read more

The Brown Bag Deli - Delis Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

The best deli that I've been to in C-bus yet! It's a small old deli with a lot of charm! The employees were great, friendly, courteous and helpful. There was a constant flow of customers the whole time that we were there. The food across the board was outstanding! Full of flavor and fresh! To start I chose a deviled egg, I should have picked up a half dozen. So tasty, I've never had one with a little sweetness added, but these were perfect. I followed it up with the Leroy's smoking' sandwich, smoked ham, pastrami, smoked cheddar, sauerkraut and thousand island dressing on swirled rye and a pickle on the side. The mix of flavors wants me to go back today and get another one. I also had a side of the asparagus, goat cheese pasta salad. Perfect pasta mixed with some greens, I think arugula, sun dried tomatoes and covered with a light Italian dressing. My wife chose the Bacon and bleu salad, it was huge! A mix of greens, bacon, huge chunks of chicken, Gorgonzola cheese, tomato's and a balsamic vinaigrette. She could only finish half, but dug in to the rest when we got home. We will continue going back to this deli, there is so much more to try! Great job Brown Bag Deli!! read more

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Excellent food and service!!! One of my favorites in German Village! So fresh and delicious sweet treats! Easy parking! read more

My friend and I were taking a scroll through Schiller Park and stumbled along this gem! This place gives off old school vibes with a modern hip twist. My friend ordered the Jalapeño Popper Sandwich and I ordered the Cuban Sandwich. The jalapeño Popper Sandwich is so delicious and something totally different than I've ever had before. The Cuban Sandwich was also delicious! The only varying factor from the Brown Bag Deli's and a traditional Cuban Sandwich would be the pulled pork! Service was quick and fast to order. They make all of their sandwich fresh and in house! I can't wait to go back and try a few other things from their menu. read more

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Great little deli sandwich spot in German village! Parking: street Seating: indoor and outdoor options - shared ping tables inside, small outdoor tables outside. No patio heater currently. Ambience: cute, warm local spot with great tasting deli sandwiches, soups, salads, and sides. There are also chips, canned and bottled drinks/bottles of wine available for purchase. You order at the counter, and they either bring to your table to eat in, or you can purchase in a brown bag to go. Definitely recommend! read more

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Had half Leroy's Sokin' Sandwich..super good. Split a piece of butterscotch bundt cake with a friend. Also very good.

I think I didn't order the right thing here. This deli has a lot of prepared salads with a great variety, a good selection of salads and a rotating soup. There is an open area to sit in that is t the most comfortable but there are a lot of people from the neighborhood that enjoy it and it's nice to see a place where people actually gather to talk to each other. I was with people who really liked what they got. I got a rotating soup which was not my favorite and I got a vegetarian sandwich on marbled rye which is t something I would normally get and also did t like it but I think it was my own preference rather than things being made poorly. read more

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I stumbled upon this deli tucked away in the cobblestone neighborhood of German Village and it was the perfect Sunday lunch. A pretty expansive menu with soups, salads, and of course sandwiches with both indoor and outdoor seating. I got Molly's Favorite which had tomato pesto and turkey, and the ciabatta was soft and fresh. Definitely recommend stopping by for a fresh sandwich if you find yourself in the neighborhood! read more

The Brown Bag Deli - Molly's Favorite - Delis Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I'll try to make this short but cute area, nice spot right on the corner, but overall not worth your time. Sandwiches weren't impressive by any means and service was rude. Lady carrying out a girl's sandwich gave her attitude as she threw the bag at her cause the girl couldn't hear her call her name the first time, even though the girl was sitting on the opposite side of the busy room. Then proceeded to walk back to the back and make a loud comment about how clueless the girl was. A solid 2 star as that worker kinda ruined the experience for everyone there. read more

Zero complaints! I have been a customer of Brown Bag since I was about 8 years old.. I used to walk over for a deli pickle and a bag of salt and vinegar chips (when I was a kid and parents just let kids run wild), and it was a cool juxtaposition to be able to order from this newer iteration of the restaurant for a luncheon for our board of directors over 20 years later. Hats off to the Brown Bag Deli Team and to the owner I spoke with, Molly, specifically. They turned around a catering tray in less than 24 hours and it was exactly what I needed. read more

Great sandwiches served in a friendly, eclectic environment. Many different options on the menu. read more

The Brown Bag Deli - Brown Bag Sub - Delis Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

A quick stop on a road trip on the way to Cincinnati and this was an awesome lunch. I got the Turkey, havarti and cranberry mayo sandwich and damn! I was expecting "thanksgiving" sandwich but it wasn't. A nice combo of savory and sweet. Get this! Also got a side of chicken salad and it was excellent. The place was packed and they were very fast and efficient. read more