The older gentleman working the front counter was RUDE. I asked for a piece of sub paper since he was standing in front of the roll and I did not want a plastic container... he proceeds to say to me... "Can you say please??? I don't know what is wrong with you people today!" I looked at him directly in the eye, incredulous but did not say a word. He proceeds to tear me a piece of sub paper off the roll the size of a band-aid ( seriously). I did not move. Fortunately the young man running the slicer directly behind him said to him as he handed me the appropriate sized piece of paper, "she needs to wrap her sub". Which I took and said thank you. First of all it took everything thing I had as a first generation NY SICILIAN not to start swearing at him in Italian!!! Second, my lunch bill was $75 dollars today for 3 sandwiches & a salad. That will never happen again. Today you had cogliones... read more

Stopped by for a brief lunch to go. I couldn't decide what I wanted. I asked what's in the chicken and tuna salad. I was told they were out of tuna. I again asked what's in the chicken salad. The guy behind the counter tells me he can't tell me. I thought he was joking. He was very serious. He told me he can't tell me what is in the chicken salad because it's a family secret. I'm like WTF!! I'm not asking for the damn recipe I want to know is it regular chicken salad or does it have roots and berries and sticks in it. Geez!!!! Finally he answered me after a stand off. I should have walked out then. I ordered chicken salad on a croissant. The amount of chicken salad on the bread was minuscule. Like seriously, I have never had a sandwich with that little filling. It tasted good and the bread was fresh but it was so thin. Literally had to get more to eat just to make sure I got full. I didn't like the interaction with the gentleman about my questions. I didn't like the vibe. I can do without going back EVER. read more

Amazing sandwiches, especially love the garlic mayo. The people that run this restaurant are the best - you always are happier after a visit to Vanelli's! The meatballs are something we love to take home and make sandwiches or good old spaghetti 'n' meatballs with. read more

Always a fav. Too many good choices on the menu. All made fresh daily. Staff is always friendly.

Stopped in after finding them on Yelp. Staff was engaging and super friendly. They recommended a great sandwich, which I enjoyed. I'll definitely be back next time work takes me to Memphis. Give this place a try! read more

Local and awesome. Saturday is for the brisket sandwich! Get there early becuase they will run out. Great italian sandwiches give it a try

Vanelli's is hands down my favorite deli in town. Their Ami sandwich is my favorite with their homemade garlic mayo. On Saturdays, I will drive however far away I am in to have their Beef Brisket Sandwich. Yes, its that good!! read more

I had a hot sausage sandwich in a bowl instead of on bread. All of Vanelli's hot sandwiches can be served in a bowl, but be warned - you're pretty much ordering a big bowl of meat. Whatever - my big bowl of meat was awesome. The spicy sausage chunks came covered in marinara sauce. I had a few bites of John's Italian Spinach, which was superb - not too cheesy or mushy (so often, Italian spinach seems so far removed from being a vegetable, and I loved that that wasn't the case). Vanelli's is family owned, and chances are, if you've eaten there more than once, they probably know your family. But it's not often that you find a place where the people remember your name and what you like to eat. The familiarity wasn't limited to us - everyone in the restaurant seemed to know at least one other person there. The space is super casual (I'm pretty sure half of the tables are actually lawn furniture), and the food is fairly inexpensive, with huge half-sandwiches running about $8. read more

My husband and I went here based on all the good reviews. We had flown into Memphis and had a drive ahead of us. We stopped here to eat before heading out. Our food was not very good at all. Someone on here recommended the "Ultimate Ham" sandwich. It was lacking pickles and they used American cheese - ugh. Should have been cheddar or some other real cheese. The bread was good. My brisket sandwich had brisket that tasted like it was smothered in bar-b-q sauce from a bottle. I guess I'm just spoiled by the excellent brisket we have in Texas. No one here would ever used bar b q sauce. Simple salt and pepper and mesquite wood smoke. I would make sure to never return here. read more

The few times I've been to Vanelli's Deli I've never come away thinking that I should come back. It's not that it's bad, it's just that it so-so. I usually get a hot pasta dish and have never been over joyed with my choice. I understand that much of their food is hand made but that doesn't help me like it any better. I've never tried anything out of their deli case and maybe that's the key. I'll give that a try next time I'm there. Vanelli's Deli is a nice neighborhood eatery where it seems everyone inside knows one another. It would be interesting to see what they could do if they opened a full service restaurant. I'll keep trying Vanelli's Deli to see if it's me or them that's missing something. I'm interested in reading what others have to say about this restaurant. read more

Sub was good and fresh ... A little over priced for me . service was good as well people were very friendly . read more

Vanelli's Deli - Half sub $7.00 and some change - Delis Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

Wow wow wow! Why haven't I been here!!! What a fantastic lunch spot. The meatballs are for sure the best in Memphis.

Grabbed lunch to go. Had a Muffuletta, salad and chips. The salad was fresh and good. The Muffuletta was cold and greasy. I think if it had been heated, it could have been decent but it was not as good as one made at home - just layer of mediocre cold cuts, cheese with olive spread. The restaurant seemed clean and I saw the sandwich maker washing his hands before making my sandwich. Note: the cashier was wearing gloves and was handling money (she said she was new) - I did not see her touching food but gloves on a person handling money is always scary for me. read more

You have to go here. Best Italian deli in Memphis....(and there are a few really good ones) hands down the best service and friendliest owner. Please do yourself a favor and enjoy some great salads and sandwiches. Go now. Go. read more

Delightful friendly staff. Great great sandwiches especially the French dip and Italian chicken

Locally owned and operated. Always greeted with warm smiles and personality. The bread is the best and all the deli meats are equally as good. Had the PI which is always my go to because of the garlic mayo. Yum read more

Vanelli's Deli - The PI. - Delis Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

Interesting place is the best way to describe Vanelli's. Got a few things to go - pimento cheese, large hoagie. The hoagie was exceptional. Not so much on the pimento cheese which was actually bland. Eager to come back to get some of their pasta items to go. read more

Love this place! Straight forward Italian deli-type food. Both of our sandwiches were good, but the real star was the bread! I'm not sure if they use a bakery or make it in house, but my husband and I both got the wheat bread and was pleasantly surprised. Usually wheat bread can be tough, but this was so tender and delicious! I didn't even feel like I was missing out by not eating the traditional white bread. I wish there was more options for hot sandwiches though. That would really set this deli apart! Overall, good experience and great food. read more

Went to Vanelli's for the first time today. The cashier was very nice and immediately noticed it was our first time. She recommended the meat ball sub which my husband ordered. I went with the #2 sub under Italian subs. We found a seat and immediately noticed that it felt like we were sitting in someone's home. Every person that walked in appeared to be a regular and knew everyone around. We got our sandwiches and they were amazing!! The bread, meatballs, and Italian dressing were delicious. I will definitely be coming here again and will hopefully make "regular" status. read more

Intimate little mom and pop meets sandwich shop, this Italian-ish little gem sits in the heart of Germantown's retail and service intersection of Exeter Road and Farmington. I have eaten here twice and been greeted with great big friendly service, sometimes a little joke or two. These guys give back what you bring in, and in spades. The meatball sub was generously meaty and sloppy, and smelled up the whole room (in an enticing way). I could tell everyone at my kid's karate class was hungry by the stares I got. The Italian salad with chicken was very flavor neutral and the house dressing is not too creamy, not too oily, not too tangy, not too salty. It just makes the lettuce go down easier, you know? The ice and drink machine touts "the best ice" in town for only $1.50 a bag, and truly- it is. Bring the Yeti and stock up on that soft, chewy pellet ice for your next party's cocktails. The next time you don't feel like cooking, let these guys do it, and grab a fresh-made sandwich with fresh-made bread, in-house dressings, and all of it made with love. read more

Vanelli's Deli - Tailgating? Order ahead and pick up on your way! - Delis Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

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One of my favorite local spots in town. Fantastic ingredients and portions. Whenever I'm craving a sub Vanelli's is my go to!

Vanellis Deli is hands down the best place to eat in Memphis. Everything I've tried on the menu has been outstanding. The staff is friendly and the price is right. I introduce friends to this place all the time and they all have become regulars on Saturday. If you come on a Saturday get the brisket sandwich! read more

Vanelli's Deli - Delis Near Me - Germantown, Tennessee

Bought four Italian sandwiches for the family. The generous sandwiches were delicious as was the bread. Friendly family members greet you and always have a kind word. Delicious, affordable prices and dependable. Don't miss this great casual deli. read more

The food was authentic Italian. The meatballs were to die for. The owner came out and got to know us, told us the story of his family teaching him the recipes, and showed the family pictures. The food was ready quickly and we had a great experience. read more

Called in an order for takeout. I got the PI. It was amazing. Will happily order again when I am in the area

As a sandwich fan it surprised me that I had only discovered this place a few days before my inaugural visit. So far I have had both the hoagie and the meatball sub, and both are absolutely incredible. Fresh and flavorful ingredients along with great service and very reasonable prices have all won me over to this place. read more

I love this place! They have the best, hands down meatball subs! The people there are polite and I have never waited very long to get my food...I always call it in and its ready when I get there. They rock! read more

Nice local deli. The food is amazing and everything I've ever had there was delicious. This place is a great place for lunch and I'd highly recommend anyone check this place out. The staff is nice and the place is always nice and clean. Everything is fresh and tastes amazing. read more

We love Vanelli's Deli - great fresh sandwiches and something for everyone. We had 4 different ones for the family today and they were all enjoyed - the Ami, the Ultimate Ham, the Meatball, and a turkey. Also enjoyed a couple of fresh warm cookies. Great people and friendly atmosphere. Locally owned can't wait to come back and get some ravioli!! Love it!! read more

I have been wanting to try this place for a while and I am glad I finally did. The staff here is super nice and I love that they have so many regulars they are constantly saying hi to people by name as they walk in the door. I had the hot Italian and made the mistake of getting the full to share with a friend it was so massive it fed 3 people at work...oh and it was delicious. I also love they have the option to get your sandwich in a bowl if you are looking to cut some carbs and lose the bread...but that is really hard to do the bread is so good!!! I love this spot and look forward to trying everything on the menu in the future! read more

I'm always amazed by reviews of others. This is a family owned business, not a subway. They have better quality of meat, cheeses, bread, and make from scratch the majority of items on the menu. I would much rather put my dollars into a local buisness than with the stereotypical chain. If you want a deli that pops open a jar of mayo, can of chicken, store bought dressings - then this place is not for you. If you want a deli that hand rolls meatballs daily; makes their own italian sausage; makes the mayo (with several flavors)/italian dressing/honey mustard from scratch; bakes a whole chicken for the chicken salad with homemade mayo; the pimento cheese is from scratch as well; they also smoke their own pastrami- then this IS the place for you. The sauces/gravy for the pasta is their family recipe. Saturday special is their own smoked brisket. The meats and cheeses are not what you purchase at your local Kroger or Subway, in fact they are better quality. Great family atmosphere, great service, go here often! read more

A small deli with the owner behind the counter that serves traditional deli sandwiches and basket lunches. The service is great and the food is good. We saw an employee do something gross, which was discouraging for the appetite but don't believe this is common practice there the prices are good for the meal served. read more

This place is just awful. Please don't waste your time. I stopped to get a chef salad and almost walked out after I saw the unfriendly girl making my salad. She used her bare hands which she was opening microwave doors, refrigerator door. Yuck. Picking up the food with her bare hands. Gross. Salad was nasty. Never said anything to me only I owed 7.16. Had to ask for crackers. Bad place. read more

I love this place. Great tasting sandwiches and very friendly people. I stopped in once for lunch last week and had to go back the next day too. The roast beef is the best tasting, most tender roast beef I have ever had in my life. Definitely worth a visit! read more

This place is delicious. Ive only had sandwiches, but every one has been good. The only thing I would change if I could is price, but they are local family owned and operated, so they cant be as cheap as the chain shops. The pancetta (italian bacon) is so good, i like it much more than regular bacon. Try this place you wont be disappointed. read more

I finally had the chance to try this place, which is not too far from my house. I followed my fellow yelper advice and got the brisket sandwich, which is offered on Saturday only I guess. The sandwich was good, but lacked a the oomph to give it five stars. It was kind of plain and needed a sauce of some sort. The bread was cold as well. I liked the atmosphere of the place. Everyone seemed to know each other, which felt nice. The guy who helped me at the counter was helpful and customer service friendly. I am excited to go back and give other sandwiches a try. read more

Try the chicken salad. Maybe the best in town. The same is true about their spinach. Hard to beat. The guys there are always super nice too. read more

Very good authentic Italian cold cut sandwichs. Always friendly when in there. Family run, super nice people. Can not talk on the pasta dishes but honestly why try them when you know the cold cuts are that good. read more

Service is outstanding. Very friendly and sincere. I was there on a Saturday and apparently they have Beef Brisket sandwich(with their homemade mayo) that is only available on Saturday. It was awesome! It's nice to see a neighborhood business with good service. read more

I would really give then 3.5 stars. Super nice folks working the counter and they have really good sammys and sides. You will get good food if you stop in. Brisket on Saturdays is great. read more