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    Empire Cafe

    4.1 (43 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis
    Closed • 7:30 am - 6:30 pm

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    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Menú July 2022
    Tiffany B.

    Stopped here for take out on the way to Waredaca Brewery. Food was excellent. Took a little while to make so I recommend ordering ahead. We had the spaghetti and meatballs and lamb gyro. Both were delicious. It does look like their menu has shrunk and prices have gone up but still overall decent value. Posting photos of current menu for reference.

    Mike F.

    Had a nice visit to this stop off of Damascus Road. This little store seems to have everything from fishing tackle, bait, wine, and food. There are about four tables where you can eat and the menu had a wide variety ranging from chicken kabobs to pizza and breakfast. The food was made to order and the spices and ingredients well worth the wait. Great place to stop and relax when you are hungry.

    Pizza cheesesteak yea it's one of those days lol
    christopher c.

    I live this place! The pizza cheesesteak is amazing I always seem to get that. Service is great as well. They have everything you need in one place!

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    the people that work here are incredibly rude, unhelpful and arrogant. There are too many other delis that deserve my patronage

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    Had a warm Italian cold cut sub which was amazing. Will definitely be back to try other sandwiches

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    DON'T ask to use the Bathroom or ask to buy food if You're of COLOR! You'll be told NO to both.

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    5 years ago

    Best cheesesteak in the area and a great chicken cheesesteak too. Also love the cheeseburger sub and fries. Service is always friendly.

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    Mikey & Mel's Deli - Feels like its been here for years

    Mikey & Mel's Deli

    3.9(394 reviews)
    9.7 mi
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    NY Style...yummmmmm…read more As a former NYer... really enjoyed our brunch! Large portions, great service by Camryn and Kevin and our food was outstanding! A must Try -the Larry David and Corned Beef Benedict (with a side of applesauce :) We all Loved the pickle bar !!!

    I really enjoy the places! It's tasty, different, bright,…read morewide variety of foods... Dessert part was pretty good and various... Little pricey but it deserve and the portions are hugeee anyway so I made my lunch today with the left overs! If its weekend you can wait little long, but it deserve again:) İ really like the pea soup with hot dog. My Greek omlette was tasty. The sandwich is good, bread and everything the way they make. The best thing is the The deli meats they put inside, pastrami, turkey breast, tongue... Aaand I also tried something sweet from the bakery part! It was good too. I like it, I will finish it with my coffee, after my lunch.Maybe they have to add a few thing which made my dairy products... A bit light things:) I only didn't like the coffee. It was bitter and like old taste... Ambience was good.especially when they made the temperature I like the place. It wasn't cold at all. Normally in America they put the AC on. Never check the people if they are cold or not! The temperature was ideal... I think I have to visit the place more often

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    Spencerville Deli - Camarones Brochette

    Spencerville Deli

    3.9(39 reviews)
    8.8 mi
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    I came in here with my parents on a whim. We were dropping off a uhaul next door and needed food…read morefast. The employees were all super welcoming. They had the music blasting but it was fun. Unfortunately it was cold as an ice box in there, but to be fair it was the coldest day of the year and it's an older building. I ordered the shrimp tacos which may be the best shrimp taco I've ever had. My mom got the beans and cheese pupusa. I'd never had one before but they were delicious. My dad had some kind of salted beef dish that was also really good. Do not let the appearance of this place fool you. Its humble appearance is made up for by their fantastic food and good vibes.

    I went on a Friday night with a couple of friends and we had a great time. They had karaoke that…read morenight as well as a live DJ which made for a lively atmosphere. The service was really slow, expect to wait a while but the food makes up for it. The, complementary chips and salsa had a great spicy flavor to them, their beer is decently affordable you get a bucket of six for $35. After 30 minutes, my soup arrived, and it was huge. The mariscada (seafood soup) had crab or shrimp, mussels, one clam and one whole lobster. Everything about it was fresh and tasted amazing. I do recommend adding rice or an extra tortilla because the soup has a lot of broth. I'd recommend trying this place when in the area. Mariscada 9/10

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    Mike and Barry's Deli - Cole Slaw

    Mike and Barry's Deli

    4.6(127 reviews)
    12.2 mi
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    This hidden gem is on the side of an office building. It's worth the hunt!…read more I got the daily special, an open face roast beef sandwich. Nice solid roll, real gravy, tender beef, and plenty of napkins provided without asking. Could have used a knife and fork, it was so juicy even without the side of extra gravy. The dill spear and Dr. Brown's soda prove it worthy of the name Deli. Very cordial service. I will be back to try the more typical deli treats next time I visit the Home Depot nearby.

    A small deli in an office building open for breakfast and lunch (closes 4 pm). Wouldn't have found…read moreit if not for my Yelp search for sandwiches as we were driving in the area. We got a pastrami Reuben and a "Corned Beef and Pastrami". Each was on toasted rye that was perfectly prepared. A good portion of meat on each and I have to say, an excellent deli sandwich. And the price of each ($8.99) is very reasonable. We also got a side of potato salad and side of cole slaw. Both were good and the container is very generous for $2.99 each. There's a variety of chips available and a soda fountain with free refills. Limited seating. The staff there were friendly and appreciative of the business. It's a really nice place to stop in for a sandwich. I likely will try one of their entree salads next time. Breakfasts sound good on the menu also. We don't come to the area often, but this will be our new go-to lunch spot.

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    Royal Bagel Bakery - BEC on a sesame bagel

    Royal Bagel Bakery

    3.1(183 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    I wanted to be happy, but I don't understand why these donuts only have half sprinkles on them. And…read morewith as skimpy as this BEC is, I should've just brought my own bacon and eggs. The service is great and quick but this sandwich left me wanting for sure. I'm grateful it was only $6

    The bagels and baked goods here are good, and the staff is generally pleasant. On those two alone,…read morethis place deserves your business. But there's a pattern here that keeps me from giving a higher rating, and today it crossed a line. For a spot charging $7+ for a bagel with cream cheese, the policy of charging extra for a to-go cup with ice and a lid has always felt petty. Today it got worse. I asked for an extra cup & lid for ice before being rung up, and the employee wrongly assumed I wanted a simple water cup. When I clarified, instead of extending a small courtesy to a regular customer, he stopped and ran a separate credit card transaction for $2.65, the full price of a beverage, for an empty cup. I had already paid for my bottled beverage. It's not solely about the money. It's about what that gesture communicates to your customer. A $0.25 cup given as a goodwill gesture goes a long way. A separate $2.65 charge for an empty cup does the opposite. The food and early open time will keep bringing me back. But management should keep in mind that it's the small things that turn regulars into occasional visitors.

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    Attman's Delicatessen

    Attman's Delicatessen

    3.5(375 reviews)
    12.3 mi
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    We had Attman's cater an event for 100 people. The food was delivered on time and was perfect for…read morethe occasion: platters of deli sandwiches with high quality meats and great potato salad. (the coleslaw was only ok). I really liked that the condiments came separately so each guest could schmeer as much or as little as they wanted. (Or in my case, purist that I am, avoid altogether). There was also a bountiful assortment of pickles, so necessary for rounding out the sandwich with a nice acidic snap! I recommend.

    A NY style deli with old-school vibes, don't see these types of joints anymore. Crowded and…read morebustling on Sunday but service was very efficient and professional. We were seated immediately and had water brought to our table. Menu was extensive, with overstuffed sandwich classics like Reubens and clubs, salads and classic fare like knishes and lox. They also serve breakfast all day. I had the grilled veggie wrap. It came with homestyle potato chips. My companion had a tuna melt (solid albacore) with pepper jack cheese on an English muffin (also with chips). Both portions were huge. The veggies were still crunchy but cooked thoroughly (zucchini, squash, peopers and onions) with red pepper hummus stuffed in a huge burrito style spinach tortilla. Comfort food done well. As a bonus there was a pickle bar of half sour, full sour pickles, cornichons, sauerkraut and pickled peppers. Favorites were the half sour pickles and sauerkraut (went well with the wrap). Great meal!

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