This place has gone down the drain since COVID. Sandwiches are miniature and very overpriced for what you get, and the chicken tenders honestly provided a much better value and were the main thing that brought us here because they could be eaten with the great pickles. The inside is also very dirty and could use renovations and upkeep. The line system sucks and it took 35 minutes to get our food on a busy Sunday, which is not good for a place that specializes in pickups. read more

The very good - shared 3 great sandwiches over two different days. Had the 'Mr Prez', the 'Junior Club' and the 'Wrap This'* (chicken salad). Each was 4+ start. Great ratios of all the ingredients, free pickle chips (two kinds), all at a more than reasonable price. The turkey is billed as 'house roasted turkey' - not totally sure what that means BUT rest assured it's light years better than your popular supermarket deli turkey. Very strong selection of chips and soft drinks. The good - was there peak lunch time on gorgeous weekend days. The place was bustling each day. But they have the process locked in- order in one spot, wait til your name is called and pay. Frankly, it was faster than I thought it would be based on the crowd. The staff was nice but 'all business'. Very impressed. In the warmer months there's a lot of seating both inside and out. The back seating area had the A/C pegged - felt nice. The so-so - parking could be an issue. I'm guessing it's mostly fine but I had to park in a lot in back of the deli. Here's the rub. Great deli. For me, it's better than 4 start but less than 5. I get why this place is very popular. *not pictured read more

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Went down town to try oggi gelato saw the out doors sitting and decide to give it a try. Menu is posted everywhere. I ordered the Thanksgiving for $10 I was very pleased it was a good size and stuff. Would definitely b back. It was very busy but I didn't wait very long for my food read more

Less pleasant only nice to regulars it seems sandwich is smaller then before but more expensive

the owner was nasty and very condesending not helpful at all . Not customer friendly I will never go to this deli read more

Good deli right in town. Wish they had catsup bottles instead of those little filled cups. My onions rings were excellent as well as the Fairfield that I enjoyed. read more

Firehouse Deli is a delicatessen that opened in Fairfield, Connecticut in 1969. Located in Fairfield Center, the deli offers a wide variety of breakfast and lunch items seven days a week. Sandwiches and wraps dominate both menus. The deli has been voted "The Best Sandwiches & Salad Bar in Fairfield County", and a recent People Magazine article called them the "Best Sandwich in Connecticut". The deli is currently owned by restaurateur partners William Auer and Susan Dedrick. My family and I recently stopped at Firehouse Deli for lunch. We really liked the design motif of the place. Everything is painted a bright "fire engine red" and the interior is decorated from top to bottom with various fire department memorabilia. The place was packed when we arrived, but we soon learned that the line moves very quickly. My wife and I ordered and shared the "Sacred Heart Wrap" (warm chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, hot cherry peppers, Caesar dressing, tortilla) and the "Buffalo Soldier" (chicken cutlet, hot sauce, pepper jack cheese, blue cheese dressing, lettuce, hard roll). These were excellent deli sandwiches made with fresh, flavorful ingredients. For our young sons, we ordered off of the Kid's Menu. Our older son had the "Chicken Finger with Fries" while our younger son had the "Cheese Quesadilla". They were both happy with their food. We all had a fun family experience at Firehouse Deli and we look forward to visiting again in the future. read more

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Favorite deli in Fairfield for breakfast sandwiches. Def try the bacon/sausage egg and cheese on a Portuguese roll - and be sure to add hashbrowns ON the sandwich. Adds amazing flavor and texture, hands down the best in town. They also makes great sandwiches for lunch (love the Redgate) and they have my favorite salad bar with premium ingredients. Just wish they'd open earlier in the day! read more

Love the salad bar! They also have great sandwiches and sound. The small eat-in area at the back of the restaurant is very pretty.

Love this place. Cheerful, excellent value, delicious sandwiches. One of the places I return to repeatedly whether with people or alone.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Fairfield, you'll find the cutest, most charming little deli known as Firehouse Deli. Let me tell you, they're weren't voted the 'Best Sandwich & Salad Bar in Fairfield County' for nothing! As you enter the building you're greeted with the mouth watering smell of sandwiches, salads, and sides along with a slew of 'hellos' from the staff. Inside is always filled with the hustle and bustle of college students and young professionals in the area but not to worry, the service is fast as ever! Once your food is ready Firehouse has a variety of indoor and outdoor seating. This place is perfect for lunch! A must stop if you're ever hungry in downtown Fairfield read more

I stopped by to pick up a couple of sandwiches for lunch. We ordered a Harlem Shuffle, a patty melt and a grilled cheese. With two drinks and a small bag of chips, it came out to about $40, which felt pretty steep, even for Fairfield. The sandwiches were fine, though the beef in the Harlem Shuffle was a little dry, and the sandwich was a mess to eat. The grilled cheese felt unimpressive for $8. The issue though is the service. I've come here a couple of times and every time it feels like they forget about my order. This time it took about 25 minutes to get my sandwiches, and I only got mine because I asked for an update on it because it was taking so long. No apology, no "thanks for waiting," none of that. Their ordering system breaks down when it gets busier. It also feels really cramped in there and gets legitimately hot inside, so you're standing there sweating while you wait. read more

Thanksgiving Sandwich is highly recommended! It's definitely a must when visiting Fairfield.

Looking for a fresh turkey and swiss sandwich while running errands, I decided to try Firehouse Deli. The place is set up nice and has a great seating area in the back and outside too. Menus are prominently displayed with lots of options for breakfast and lunch. I was feeling good about my choice to try this place and ordered in house roasted turkey with swiss, mayo and lettuce on a hard roll. There was a steady stream of customers, but I noticed those who ordered after me were being called. Hmmm. Maybe they had a lot of call in orders ahead of mine? The girls working the counter saw me standing and waiting....and then proceeded to cut a cake behind the counter and eat it with their hands. WTH? I finally asked if there was a problem with my order as it had been over 10 mins. "Oh Denise? Here you go,"said the girl who had taken my order. It had been sitting on the counter the whole time. I left rather disgusted and annoyed only to find there was no mayo on the sandwich and it had tomato. Sloppy and unacceptable customer service and poor food safety protocols make me wonder what else is going on. $9.99 for a turkey and cheese sandwich which wasn't even correct? I will not be returning. read more

Firehouse Deli - Delis Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

Great spot to get your lunch in Fairfield. Plenty of seating outside, and walking distance from a small park on a beautiful New England day. They menu has much to choose from, but so far all I have been ordering has been the Dan-O and a Oktoberfest. It can be a bit confusing for a newcomer. You order at the back, and pick up and pay in the front...or you pay first and pick up once your order is ready. It can become crowded it this old Fire House, but it's worth it. O, there is seating in the back too! read more

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Rip off. Firehouse has gone downhill the past few years. It pains me to write this review, knowing how good this place used to be. read more

Firehouse Deli - Roma- Special sandwich - Delis Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

$12 for a sandwich with like two slices of Turkey on it. What a ripoff. It's unfortunate because the quality is good but I'll never be back. read more

Firehouse Deli - Turkey sandwich - Delis Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

As a go-to place for locals in Fairfield in a great location, this place is awesome! I love their sandwiches, vibes, and fries. Would suggest for a quick and easy lunch spot any day! read more

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I have been going to firehouse since middle school for their tasty sandwiches and homemade pickles. It's the perfect spot to grab a sandwich for lunch or to take to the beach. My go to is the Thanksgiving - turkey, cranberry sauce, and homemade cornbread stuffing with mayo on a hard roll. They've got a wide variety of drinks, chips, and salads. Great service and pretty quick but can take a while on the weekends so try to preorder! read more

Firehouse Deli - Delis Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

A town favorite deli for all your go to favorites. We love coming here to grab a quick lunch. They have everything from sandwiches, soups, salad bar, burgers and more. Very friendly staff and helpful! read more

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So I can say with all honesty that I have been going to this deli for over 25 years! Now I am not as local to the area as I once was but regardless of owner changes and the many years that have passed, the menu and sandwiches have stayed consistently good- for over 25 years.... now that is something to be proud of. I will also say that because I don't go here often and absolutely LOVE one sandwich that my order is relatively always the same- the New Yorker (roast beef, melted mozzarella, tomato, and mayo on a hard roll) simple, always made well, proportioned with ingredients, and hands down delicious. And I don't forget the Boar's Head monster pickle on the side either! Just because that is always my order doesn't mean there is not a TON of other choices.... there are. Over the years the menu has only gotten larger with specialty burger and hot dog choices as well. I can also say my other go to option is the salad bar which has also stayed relatively the same. Homemade dressings and tons of topping choices that you can make an awesome garbage salad. I say garbage with love as the more fixings the better in my eyes. The salad bar is always fully stocked and fresh! Firehouse deli is a classic and wonderful sandwich/lunch spot in Fairfield and has been for many many years. Anytime I go and I just got a chance to stop by today- there is always a line but it moves quickly. Give them a try! read more

Firehouse Deli - The New Yorker- all out delicious! - Delis Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

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Delicious sandwiches- really liked the different kinds of sandwiches. Great selection of drinks, chips and sweet treats!

Although there's always a wait, Firehouse Deli's sandwiches are worth it. Their Fairfield U Panini comes hot, with crisp bacon and sweet chipotle mayo on perfectly toasted bread. The sandwich does skimp on the lunch meat, but is nonetheless delicious. The best side is the fries, which come incredibly hot and salty. Their grilled cheeses are cheesy and buttery. The indoor seating towards the back is funky, with unique art and colorful decor. There is limited outdoor seating. read more

Firehouse Deli - Kids Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Fries - Delis Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

Today I ordered the ffld u grilled chicken panini. It was the worst sandwich I've witnessed in 50 years. No panini, stale seeded hard roll, no grilled chicken, deli meat. Really was terrible. Never again. read more

Paid $15 for a regular salad. They charged me $3 extra for about 5 pieces of grilled chicken that tasted like nasty unseasoned boiled chicken. Not sure what the sandwiches are like but the salads are crappy at best and not t worth the price for iceberg lettuce with very few toppings read more

Seems like this place is a haunt for Fairfield students- it was hopping but the line moved quick. Food was reasonable, I had a corned beef san which was just OK, maybe a little skimpier on the meat than I would have liked. I'd be willing to try something else though next time. read more

Had the steak and cheese sandwich with onions. Real good, fast service with a friendly staff.

Great location in downtown Fairfield. But, the staff are unfriendly and unwelcoming. The place is dirty and oddly situated. Some sandwiches are terrible and others are just okay while all are subject to inflated prices. So in the end it's a 2 star review because they have really good chocolate chip cookies for a dollar each. read more

Super Awesome Deli with Great Free Pickles. I've been to this deli a bunch of times so it's overdue for a review. Honestly everything on the menu is a good choice and the staff is very friendly. Downtown Fairfield parking can be an issue but there is a large parking lot across the street so parking is never an issue with this place (problem solved). Some of my favorites sandiwches are the Dan-O, Momo Wrap, Steak & Cheese and the Susie Rubin. This time I got the Susie Rubin with Pastrami. It was incredible as always. If you haven't already been to Firehouse time to get in an check out the menu. They have a lot of choices and the Specials always rotate. Overall 4 Stars just because there are so many great Deli choices in the area and the standard is so high. But I do really really love this place and plan to be back many more times. read more

Firehouse Deli - Suzie Reuben Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut

The food just isn't the same anymore. The last two times I went, there was barely any dressing on my sandwich. It's always busy (good for them!) but to the point that everything is erratic and rushed. Employees are rude 9 times out of 10. Guess with the volume they do, having people smile isn't high on their list of priorities. They add money to your order for using a credit card without telling you (then they point to a small note the size of my big toe by the register saying there is a fee). Thought that wasn't legal? Most places locally have offered a discount for paying in cash. read more

I hope everyone has been doing well. This is my first review in a while, but you better believe I was doing food reviews in my free time. Currently, I am in Fairfield, Connecticut for a business trip, so I decided to try some local eats. First off, this restaurant was immaculate. As soon as I walked into this crowded restaurant, I knew it had a shot at the glorified and prestigious Dan Hanis 5 Star Review. I ordered the Buffalo Soldier Sandwich, parmesan truffle fries, and candy berries. The Buffalo Solider was incredible and is one of the greatest things I've ever put in my mouth. This is by far the greatest buffalo chicken sandwich I've ever had. Additionally, the truffle fries were a great side. Not the best truffle fries I've ever had, but they were a great compliment to the spicy buffalo sandwich. I look forward to returning to Firehouse Deli and further exploring their menu. That is all. -Dan Hanis read more

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Best sandwiches east of the Mississippi. Friendly staff. They really go above and beyond. Cutely decorated. Highly recommend this place.

I was in the area for work and heard that the firehouse deli was a place I needed to go. I ordered the Arthur Ave. to go. I called in my order. The girl taking the orders was quick at taking my order and answered almost immediately. However, she was a bit dismissive and maybe overwhelmed? The call ended by her telling me my order would be ready in 5-10 minutes, I said thank you and she responded with "Yup" and hung up. They have a cute outdoor seating area as well as an indoor seating area. Both are on the smaller side but there was plenty of room to sit. The staff overall has a great system to get people's orders and have everything ready for check out both for in store, phone and online orders. The time they estimated on the phone was correct, which was very nice! Food is delicious and impeccably wrapped. They even have thick napkins which is unlike many "deli's". Overall, it's a must try if your in the area! Quick tip: there is a parking garage behind the deli that typically has available parking with no fee. read more

This place is the spot! The style of the restaurant semi reminds me of a New York City sandwich shop. The first time I came I ordered a salad, which was a mistake because the sandwiches are too good not to get! My favorite sandwich is the roast beef but today I ordered a breakfast sandwich! I love the hard roll! The back dining area is pretty cool, although I ate outside today. 5 out of 5. read more

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There salami and American cheese sandwich is very good and this place is very cool looking

Order Parisian breakfast sandwich, probably the most pathetic thing I've see in a while. First of all over cooked eggs, come on man. The ham was black and burnt like a holiday nightmare. Our last hope was the Croissant, it was mutilated beyond recognition. A real fubar situation. read more

I ordered the Fairfield U Panini (very good) but the gentleman behind the counter didn't give me any napkins. I asked for some - then he asked, "how many napkins do you want?". Don't you normally just grab a couple napkins, shove it in the bag and call it a day? What kind of question is that? Does he think I'm a messy eater? Does he think I'm one of those - 'napkin hoarders'? I hope not. Luckily he gave me two napkins which was sufficient. Ballsy on his end but we made it work. Next time, let's avoid these difficult conversations, shove a few napkins in the bag and call it a day. Food was very good. Thanks read more

UPDATE: I cannot believe this place does not have at least a four star rating. They are so good! So I have been coming here for years. While not a regular customer, I stop by when I can, usually for lunch. I have never had a bad meal here. They offer a pretty vast menu. I like their sandwiches and usually get potato chips with whatever I order. The place is bigger then it initially appears to be. If it is nice out, you can eat outside. You order at the counter. The only negative is that this place gets crowded and the lines con sometimes be a bit disorganized but they are so friendly and w arm here and very professional. You usually get your order in quickly. They serve burgers too. Now I am a very picky burger eater and I must say the burgers are really really good here. That is what I had last time I was here. Don't forget to get one of the giant cookies on your way out. I would recommend Firehouse Deli. It is a fun and family friendly little place that I have always enjoyed. read more

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I called on 10/15 and ordered a fairfield U panini for pick up. The place looked very busy and Im guessing it was because 1. it was the weekend and 2. the harvest markets/dog parade was going on. But when I got home and opened this sandwich I was so upset. I come to firehouse deli AT LEAST once a week and I'm very loyal to their fairfield u panini (frankly, it's the only thing i get because it's SO good) . But i was very disappointed to see that I was given this. I get that they were busy but to think that THEY thought it was okay to give this to a customer is UNACCEPTABLE. Things happen, everyone knows that. The best option would have been to LET ME KNOW what had happened and I wouldn't have minded waiting for another one. I'd rather wait an additional 15 minutes than to pick on half of my sandwich trying to look for the hood parts to eat. HONESTY is key!! And as someone who has worked in a restaurant before : If you wouldn't eat it, then don't serve it to someone. I spent almost $12 on a sandwich (since I get xtra avocado) and I didn't even get to eat everything because my sandwich was BURNT (pictures attached). So disappointed.. I hope the next time I visit, this doesn't happen. read more

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Well maintained adorable Deli with lots of outdoor seating! Have been here many times. Firehouse Deli has awesome sandwiches including breakfast. I personally love the hash browns in breakfast sandwiches (genius!) and recommend the French hiker pressed sandwich as well. read more

Firehouse Deli - Outside - Delis Near Me - Fairfield, Connecticut