Everyone was super duper friendly right when we walked in. I can't stress that enough: these people…read moreare very kind! Don't worry about the weird setup, it's part of the charm. Remember: Bring cash! Used a card, and the cashier had to type it in manually (it was nice of them to do that). Now for the food - We got a few meats--turkey pastrami, corned beef and a "wildcard" (I let the staff pick, and whatever it was it was good). We also got the special spices etc. I do prefer a more of an Italian sandwich on a hard roll, so I'm not sure the soft onion roll is for me. If you like a cold sandwich un-toasted and generally basic with a bit of a twist, you will love this! My husband and I enjoyed the sandwich (split it, and they put mayo on half at my request). It's a charming spot, quality food and I'm glad we tried it. Skip the spicy potato salad. It was bland, sadly.

I know that this place has been here since time immemorial, but today was my first time going in…read moreperson. My friends have always ordered carryout, but ordering in person was so much more enjoyable. While the interior is by-and-large a throwback to the past; the staff is most definitely a breath of fresh air. They're all kind, patient, and make the best sandwiches! I had the 2 meats (turkey and turkey pastrami) with everything sans pickles plus love spice on an onion roll. I'm beyond satisfied and it was divine! The price was reasonable for a deli sandwich at $10 before tax and 4% card fee. I usually go for corned beef at the deli, but this was a leaner yet equally tasty option in an attempt to be more health conscious. Needless to say, I'll be back! Thanks, ladies!

I'm a regular here. This place is great! They've always got good sandwiches, and the people are…read morereally nice!

While cruising through the heart of Royal Oak, I noticed this little deli shop, calling my name…read morepast apartment buildings and local scenery. They have an extensive menu to include vegetarian options which was nice to see. They also have many local brands to include chips, sodas, and other small local business products (caramelized nuts, baked goods, etc.)! On the topic of local businesses, they also had a board which allowed local owners to post business cards and event alerts, fantastic for drawing the community together. Now, I ordered a Reuben as a lover of corned beef and sauerkraut. It was delicious and sizeable, a fair portion size for the money as well. The chips were also delicious having gone for the salt, pepper, and onion variety. A solid crunch and bursting with flavor. Among the positives I have two negatives, both of which are not adequate enough to lower their star ranking. Firstly, it took around 20-25 minutes to get our food after ordering. I rarely hold timing against a restaurant as having worked in food, I know lunch rush exists and things happen. To mitigate this (for those in the area) I believe they have an online ordering system, which I would recommend utilizing! Secondly, they do not have indoor seating, so it is a very grab and go type establishment. This is counteracted by the multitude of benches around Royal Oak, though it would be nice to have some amount of seating, especially for those with accessibility needs and those waiting on their food. Overall, Oak House Deli is solid and delicious and I will definitely stop by again when I am in the area!

This is the ORIGINAL location. I've not been here in a long time, but the QUALITY and FRESHNESS of…read morethe food is just as I remember. Of course with inflation, a sandwich is between $15 and $30(for the POUND IT). The portion is overly generous and my corned beef was cooked to PERFECTION! Pickles come with any sandwich purchased. Service is very prompt and staff is very nice. The restaurant has an option to dine in and the booths are clean and comfortable. Reserved parking is also available right outside the front door and restaurant is barrier free. There's a reason they have consistently been rated BEST delicatessen!

Fairly decent corned beef sandwich not as good as back in the day but mother fault the briskets ate…read moreprocessed different push out a lower quality cornered beef and pastrami briskets

Have not been there for a few years, but the Countermans Treat and fries were always fantastic,…read more I went there dozens of times when it was in walking distance, now I would have to take a bus which only comes every 70 minutes, mass transit is horrible in the Detroit area, that is why it is called Motown.

Dave's Drip - has to be one of the top three corn beef sandwiches in the entire state or on this…read moreside of the Mississippi for that matter Just try it. Only spot I can find one on an onion roll. Out of towners be chill. Foods worth it but don't act goofy in the parking lot or leave ya car runnin while you go inside. Service is Detroit. Short to the point. What you asked for. I'll die wanting a Dave's drip before I gotta go home.

My friend heard about The Oak Parker from another friend, so we decided to give it a try and now I…read moretotally understand the hype. Walking in, there was very limited seating and about an hour wait, which clearly showed how popular this spot is. Thankfully, the hostess told us about their basement bar area where you can grab drinks and snacks while waiting. The downstairs area had such a cool speakeasy vibe dark ambiance, vinyl music playing, and honestly the perfect date night atmosphere. The drinks were REALLY good, and you can also order appetizers down there. Once we made it upstairs, we grabbed bar seating and talked to a few people around us who all said this was their favorite spot. Our bartender was amazing -- super attentive, explained the menu well, and gave great recommendations. We ordered the wings (perfectly seasoned and so good) and the chicken sandwich with buffalo added for a little spice... absolutely delicious. I also tried the pistachio martini, and wow definitely one of my favorite drinks I've had in a while. Overall, such a great experience from the atmosphere to the food and service. I'll definitely be back, and I've already been telling all my friends about this place!

I'd been invited to a house music night. Upon walking in, I almost thought we were in the wrong…read moreplace! Upon entry, we saw a quaint restaurant. Then someone politely said y'all must be looking for downstairs. Sure were! As it turned out, we were escorted downstairs to what people refer to as the Vinyl Room. The vinyl turntables that night were replaced with computerized ones. The vibe was unsurpassed and the drinks were tasty. I'll be back when I need the good time again.

Star Deli is one of those legendary places that's been around forever--and for good reason. It's…read moredefinitely not the cheapest deli out there, but once you taste the food, you understand exactly why. The quality is absolutely top‑notch. Their tuna is unreal--dangerously good--and the corned beef is everything you'd hope for and more. I'll be honest: when you walk up, the place doesn't look like much from the outside. Inside, it feels like a small, old‑school grocery store that hasn't changed much over the years. But don't let that fool you for a second. This is one of those "don't judge a book by its cover" spots where the food does all the talking--and it speaks loud and clear. Star Deli is a staple, and honestly, I feel like I shouldn't even have to explain why it's great. It's been here forever because it deserves to be. If you're not getting Star Deli, wow--you're seriously missing out. This place is an absolute classic, and the food is nothing short of amazing. ---

One SINGLE corn beef sandwich with an extra slice of cheese, is over $20 here... for the people who…read moredon't know.. this is two slices of bread, a bit of meat, two slices of cheese, and some off the shelf Russian dressing....... Don't eat here. No one in there right mind would pay $20 for a simple sandwich. It's 4 ingredients, they got upset with me when I was politely confused due to the price.. a simple sandwich doesn't cost $20. There is no reason a sandwich with two slices of bread, some sandwich meat, bottled Russian dressing, and two slices of cheese would cost anywhere over $8... I have been patronizing this restaurant for over 12 years. I have a feeling that they are taking advantage of their long standing position in this community, a loyal customer base, and customers not understanding pricing of beef.. 6 slices of corn beef is about $3, two slices of rye bread is $0.50, two slices of Swiss cheese is $0.20, a spread of Russian dressing is $0.05.... And they will charge you $20 for a sandwich..... this is awful, disloyal, and advantageous. Don't go here, find another place for lunch that respects hard working people trying to get a decent sandwich. Their food is great, but no intelligent person is paying $20 for a sandwich. It's almost laughable if it wasn't so disrespectful.

We stopped by Central Park Deli to grab a quick lunch before a meeting after seeing online that…read morethey had gluten-free options. The restaurant itself was clean, calm, and welcoming, and the food coming out of the kitchen looked really good. They do offer gluten-free buns, which was exciting to see at first. When I asked about the meats though, the person at the counter let me know that their meat options aren't gluten-free. Since I have Celiac disease, that meant I wasn't able to order anything. I did appreciate how straightforward and accommodating the staff were about it. They answered my questions without hesitation, which is always helpful when navigating gluten-free dining. Even though I couldn't eat there, the place looked well run and the atmosphere was nice. I'd still recommend it if gluten isn't a concern.

Came in here with my son for lunch. My initial reaction was that the sandwiches were a bit pricey…read more I had a large Detroiter, basically a Reuben with coleslaw instead of kraut. My kid had a hot pastrami sandwich. Let me start by saying that my sandwich was not only perfect, but it was massive. Expensive? Yes. But I more than got what I paid for. This felt like it was right around a pound of meat absolutely massive, it's 7 hours later and I am not even close to hungry. Great value here! Staff is friendly too. Basic interior, nothing fancy here. But the good is great. I highly suggest you order at the counter, not the kiosk, they have a ton of stuff not on the menu on the kiosk! J.Ja

This spot goes crazy with the Sandwiches. The menu is huge and each item slaps. Prices are decent…read moreand they don't skip out on the ingredients. I ordered the #8 Kevins Bacon. I also had the chance to try their reuben. Man! Flavors make you wanna hum. Customer service is very much "Detroit". You get what you get. When you come be respectful, be patient, and mind your business. The place looks like a regular deli with plenty of seating inside and parking outside. Open late as well so it's good for a late night craving. Definitely recommend to come through if you're in the area.

I have been wanting to try this place for a while now and I finally made it there…read more After reading the mixed reviews I wanted to check it out. The wall of plastic you order through is a bit off putting. I wanted to get the pastrami but I had no idea that was build your own pick. I should have gotten the corned beef. The pastrami was delicious I just don't think I chose the right toppings. Served with crispy deli pickles. I also ordered the deviled eggs but was sad to see them tossed in the bag upside down; very messy and hard to eat they had a nice sweet flavor. The main problem is the cleanliness or lack thereof. It could use a deep deep cleaning. Also there are people hustling to get your dollars. A guy was selling one stick of incense for $5. Not sure if I will go back but I might want to try the corned beef egg rolls.

We've been coming to this wonderful establishment since we bought our house in OP in 2018. The food…read moreis always on-point; we've never had anything bad from here [I don't think it's in their nature!] The minute you walk in the door, you're treated like family. The food is on-par with what my friends' mamas made down in the city back n the day. It's all comfort food, tbh. So much homemade stuff, too! Don't sleep on the gumbo, the BBDs [#iykyk, but they're beef dip sammies & they're amazing!], or the amazing salads! We're a fam of 4: 2 adults & my teen/20-something daughter. My older daughter is picky as heck & she still always finds something she loves to eat here. My husband and I are forced to eat on the healthier side bc of health issues & we're addicted to some of the salads. Everything is made with love & heart! You defo won't go hungry either! Can't recommend Pik Nik enough! The owner & her fam are amazing!

Overly expensive, food was a little small and dry. I expected super food considering the prices. I…read morewould not recommend this place. I got the 9 mile club, which had less filling than a homemade sandwich. My wife got the Big Willie Philly, which was tasty but also small. I also got a chicken cordon Bleu pita, which was dry even with the house sauce.

Love the cornbeef here. Its a bit pricey but its so worth it! They will even remake your fries to…read morebe sure they are fresh amongst your arrival! Staff its always nice & accommodating! Good food!

Great food great variety, pleasant customer service. I have absolutely no complaints about their…read morefood. A definite recommendation