Excellent sandwiches. I'm so tempted to leave just that two word review, but it's the truth-truth. These guys know what they're doing. Lucky me that I was able to stop by on a Wednesday and try their special sandwich for the day. Ham, pepperoni, salami, two cheeses, fried peppers and more. This sandwich was a masterpiece and the onion bun is a winner! There are so many ways to 'sandwich' at this deli, and I'm very much intrigued by all of the possibilities. read more

Hansen's Manhattan Deli - Wednesday Special Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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Will be back for sure Best sandwich in a long time No skimping on meat At a lot of sandwich places, I tend to order double meat. Just too much bread in proportion to meat at most places. No need to double up here. The Betty's was thick and juicy. Perfect proportion of bread to meat. Was somewhat reminiscent of a Cuban with mustard and pickles. Very light, almost falling apart bagel. Delicious! Best sandwich I have had outside of the actual Manhattan! read more

Hansen's Manhattan Deli - Betty's - Delis Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

I'm not sure this is a hidden gem but certainly a spot to visit. The food is exceptional. Menu has a wide selection of sandwiches and sides. The ambiance is quaint and takes you back to earlier years when local deli shops were abundant. Service is spot on and friendly. If you are looking for a local deli spot with food that melts in your mouth, this is it. read more

Phenomenal! Outstanding sandwiches done the right way. A taste of authentic nyc hoagies and subs right in Des Moines. I got the #2 hoagie and it might just be the best sandwich I've had in the area. Fresh ingredients, friendly staff, and an old interior that makes you feel like you're in an old nyc deli. A true hidden gem! read more

Hansen's Manhattan Deli - #2 hoagie - Delis Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

As a New Yorker, this is the closest thing I can find in Des Moines that's like grabbing a sandwich from my bodega down the block. They've got wide selections of sandwiches and honestly, you can't go wrong with any of them. The Manhattan is my go-to (Corned Beef, Ham, Salami, Coleslaw & Swiss with Mustard, Mayo & Pickle on an Onion Bun) but I always sub the onion bun out for a hero bun. Every flavor works well with each other, the coleslaw is sweet and contrasts well with the saltiness of the meats, the crunch from the pickle, and finally the mustard cuts into all of them for a beautiful clash of senses in your mouth. Other sandwich pictured is their Tuesday, it's a daily special sandwich you can get on any day. The special pricing won't apply if you get it on another day obviously. The Tuesday was hearty and the cheese on top of it was seasoned well. The peanut butter brownie, very decadent! I don't even like brownies but I always try to snag this one whenever I'm here! Service here is always prompt and helpful. The ambiance does a great job at pulling on the community aspect you feel at your local corner store in NYC. read more

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Manhattan Deli - The BEST DAMN DELI IN DES MOINES. Got the NY Pastrami and boom I am in tastebud heaven. Dreamed about this all night, that warm pillowy soft marble rye piled high with that delicious NY Pastrami, pickles, and mustard. Just pure perfection and joy in the flavor combination, everything is hitting just right. The NY Pastrami is so flavorful and satisfying. Just tastebud heaven. My Beautiful Wife got the Zach Johnson or #3. Hoagie with ham, hard salami, pepperoni, provolone, hot pepper cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, oil dressing, added banana peppers. I had a bite and can say this is my favorite cold sandwich here. It's definitely a solid sandwich. We split the #1 with ham, cotto salami, bologna, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, oil dressing on a hoagie bun. Definitely another great sandwich. I don't think there is anything on the menu that's not delicious. I stayed away from the Chocolate Chip Crack Cookie, but it was so hard leaving without one. Don't forget a pickle spear as a perfect end to a fantastic delicious flavor festival of a lunch. Just amazing food from an Amazing Authentic Deli. read more

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A hole in the wall of delicious warm and cold hoagies and sandwiches. All seating is booths, tables are stationary, a little tight for those of us who carry a little extra in the middle. Order at the counter, the staff are friendly and courteous. Homemade chicken noodle soup was delightful, paired with a warm hoagie with shredded beef, pepperoni and red & green peppers. Fountain drinks for dining in and cooler drinks for takeaway. Give them a try, I'm glad I did. read more

10/10 WOW. Incredible. Such a great spot and I believe everyone should make the drive to go here. Ate it way too fast and I miss it. read more

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Quite possibly the best sandwich I have ever had! My girlfriend and I took the kids for lunch and we were all blown away!

First time in this deli and safe to say I will be back! I love a good local sandwich shop! I came on a weekday and it wasn't super crowded but a handful of people were sitting and eating. I'm actually obsessed with the ambiance here. The mural outside is so cute! They do have parking in the back but I just parked on the street. I ordered the Times Square and it was so good. If you like coleslaw and thousands island dressing, I highly recommend! They have great special deals and an accurate menu from their website and in shop! Service was super friendly. I ordered a cold sandwich and they got my sandwich done in under 5 minutes! Can't wait to come back! read more

Hansen's Manhattan Deli - Time Square - Delis Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

These sandwiches are amazing!!!! Sure, there's always a long line, but they are so efficient at what they do that it moves quickly. Plus that just shows how popular of a restaurant this is, and for good reason. I'm obsessed with this place. It's the best. read more

Next best thing to a Manhattan deli, considering you are 1,800 miles away. Food and service are delicious and fast

Stopped around lunchtime & it was a busy place. We parked along a side street. The line move quickly. We both had the grinder special & I had it was drink & chips. Very reasonably priced! It was tasty but not quite hot enough. Friend said her temperature was lacking as well. We'll be back to try other yummy looking sandwiches! read more

Hansen's Manhattan Deli - You wait in line to order & then they call your name for your completed order. - Delis Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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So I LOVE sub shops. I seek them out on my travels. The reviews fur Hansen's were mixed meaning more positive. I went anyway. Thoughts: 1. Most subs are premade. 2. They merely warm them if warranted, but the base is still cold since they are premade. 3. There is no array of add-ons. 4. They have an Italian salsa. I asked if it was a relish type sauce. No, it is salsa with basil instead of cilantro. 5. Most Italians on the menu include Italian beef ( a Chicago) staple. 6. I don't like how the cold salads are presented in the case. Doesn't give the "made in the restaurant" vibe. My sub (Little Italy) was good, it was just odd. There is a terrific foundation here, I wish they'd capitalize on it. Again, it was tasty, but odd. read more

Sandwich was a sandwich. Nothing spectacular. We split the Zach (PGA champion) Special. Pasta salad was good. Service too. Place was crowded at lunch so good for this long-standing local shop . read more

I haven't been here since the Hansens purchased it. I was so excited to go. The place was packed. Luckily, we found a place to sit. Our sandwiches were just as big as I remembered. My dining companion ordered the potato soup. He said it was really good. I can't wait to go back. read more

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The food here is unbelievable. Service is top notch. Menu selection is huge, I can't wait to return

I feel like I'm being transported to the 90s and in an episode of Seinfeld. Aside from that, best sandwich shop in Des Moines. Only had hot sandwiches but man are they good. Chi-Iowa is a must if you like Chicago Italian Beefs. The environment is something to be desired of simpler times. read more

If you are looking for a sandwich that has your choice of a variety of cheeses, breads, meats and additional tasty condiments this place would put you in a sandwich coma full of flavorful deliciousness. The Reuben is perfection. The Little Italy is smacking good and The Hoagie #4 will sashay through the tunnels of your tummy making you want more. Let's not forget the homemade desserts from the brownies to mouth watering cookies that are so tasty. The best part is -- that it is family owned with delightful customer service with a warm neighborhood vibe. read more

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Best sandwiches this side of NYC. Yoh must check this place out. My Son and I go every weekend and it took 6 months just to try everything that stood out and each sandwich has been better than the next. Truly Amazing - do not miss it!! read more

My husband and went here for lunch and it was awesome! There were so many sandwiches that sounded good that it was hard to decide what to get. We split a Little Italy sandwich because we weren't super hungry and it was so delicious. The sandwich was big and filling. The pastrami was very tender and lean and really high quality. All of the condiments and seasonings were perfect. I think this is one of the best sandwiches I've ever eaten in my life. It's probably my new favorite. I want to come back and try all of their warm Italian subs. The last time I was here was when it was still Hagar's Manhattan Deli. It was great back then, but I feel like it's even better now. Maybe it's my imagination but it seems like they have more sandwiches on their menu now than they did back then. I'm so happy that we have a great sandwich place like this in town. It has that old school deli vibe. The wait to order and receive our food was kind of long but that is to be expected at a place that serves great food like this. Our sandwich was worth the wait. I can't wait to come back again. read more

Great to see the Buroughs Bodacious Sammie Shop is still taking care of its Kramer's... Hoggies all lined up behind glass to Make Castansa Sweat it out to make a decision... But I've been here before soo I step up like Jerry and Smoothly make my way through the system...There is always a nice Lady to Help if your a Newman... Love the Warm Sammie today but always recount a Sweet Classic; the Cold Sub "Zack Johnson" will make Elaine yell STELLA, Stelllaa, Stelllaaaaah. . . read more

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The Manhattan Deli is a long-time institution in the Ingersoll Business District. Last remodeled in what feels like the late 1970s, the look, smells, hustling sandwich crew behind the old-school counter/cooler will leave you feeling like you've stepped into a Manhattan deli. Most of the sandwiches on the menu have their own names, as well they should - each has their own character making them stand out from other sandwich joints. Good soups, pasta salads, and baked desert items guarantee there is something for you. A couple of new additions well worth calling out are The Big Apple (served cold - turkey, bacon, cole slaw, Granny Smith apples, balsamic glaze, Buckwee's mustard, baby swiss, mayo) and the Grinder soup (think Italian sausage grinder sandwich in the form of a rich and hearty soup). Fantastic! Dining space has always been snug, but in today's dining climate, it is well worth considering calling in your order for a quick pick up at the register. They will have you out the door with your delicious meal in a New York minute! read more

Hansen's Manhattan Deli - New signage and Frida street art/mural. Tastes good, looks good: The Manhattan Deli has it all! - Delis Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

This place is WAY over rated. The last three times I've been there my food was cold or floating in juice. $16 for a meatball sub that was on a small hoagie bun and meatballs were cold in the middle and very bland. The prices on the online menu must be 10 years old. A lot of hype for cheap reheated sandwiches. Won't be back read more

Quick, efficient and delicious. The only set back is parking, but that's most businesses on Ingersoll. This hidden gem is unassuming, yet soooo good. No need for fancy decor when you serve up mouth watering sandwiches. Each time I have visited this sandwich shop, I always leave full, happy and satisfied. The employees have a great workflow and work effectively to get your order done without delay. If you can't stay, they have a line for pick up orders. Good luck on making a decision on which one you will try. read more

Hansen's Manhattan Deli - Vito - Delis Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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My co worker talked this place up. Here is my up front disclosure. I did not visit the location, so I can not say I was "here", but the kind coworker let us pick our meals and brought them back to us. I had no clue where to start, so I read the Yelp reviews The Tuesday Special seemed to be a hit. So even though it was Wed, I still ordered it for the extra cents. I knew I wouldn't have a problem getting it per the other reviews. The menu also lets you know you can get any daily special on any day of the week. Tuesday Special:Oven-roasted turkey, ham, Swiss cheese, mayo, parmesan cheese sauce, mayo, Manhattan seasoning on a hoagie bun. Cheese, cheese sauce... mouth was watering already! When I got mine, I opened it and took my normal Yelp picture.... a few moments later we discovered they had labeled the sandwich wrong and I had gotten my coworkers. She had already taken a bite of mine, but I didnt care, I was gonna fight her for my cheesiness. I got mine and slowly devoured the melted gooey cheese that took over. Good flavor and good sized sandwich. I didnt need any extra chips or anything. I am glad we were able to enjoy this sandwich. I did get a chance to steal a bite of her sandwich which was good. I stole a bite of someones brownie, which melted in my mouth. And all the other people who got sandwiches really enjoyed theres. Since I could never have eaten the whole thing I took home the leftover to my husband who had it the next day. He heated it up and had it. He liked it but he thought it would have been better fresh. Which I agree, it was good fresh. I would eat from there again. read more

Hansen's Manhattan Deli - Veto special - Delis Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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I have never had a meal that was anything less than spectacular here! I love this deli! Now that I'm living closer to DT, this is definitely a highlight! read more

This is one of my favorite spots to eat. Affordable, delicious, and a quick meal if needed. The Friday special is my go to but I recently tried the Manmia Mia and I think I have a new fav! Get a warm Italian sandwich--they are the best. read more

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Had a to go order - cheesy potato soup and The Popper sandwich. . Everything was perfect. Love this place. Highly recommend!

The food is amazingly delicious. Today I enjoyed the chi-iowa. Italian beef. Tine had the daily special. I recommend this place very highly

Had lunch here today for the first time and it won't be our last! Our sandwiches were prepared fresh and fast and we loved the ambiance.

Omg!!! Fresh. Perfect. Fast. Mouthwatering sandwiches. Too many options too choose from which keeps me visiting twice a month AT LEAST. EVERYONE GO HERE read more

Food is fantastic and over shadows anything neutral or slightly negative I could say about this place! People weren't as friendly as some other local delis in the area. Ambiance is ok. The sandwiches don't disappoint. The Hawaiian or Hula girl or something like that made such an impression on me that I can't stop thinking about it! Go here for the food! Yum! read more

Manhattan Deli is a hidden gem. If you love deli food come here!! Growing up in the Des Moines area I had never heard of this place. The building is small and almost blends in to all the other buildings on Ingersoll. Right when you walk in though you just know that just has delicious food. The atmosphere just makes you feel like you are in a family restaurant. I love that local feeling! I got the #6 with the pasta salad. Turkey, smoked cheddar, onions, lettuce and mayo on a fluffy hoagie bun. What's not to love? Don't forget to add onions if you are into that! The pasta salad was good but different- I would get it again! If you are on the fence about trying it, this is your sign!! read more

Hansen's Manhattan Deli - #6 add onions - Delis Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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Very good sandwiches. Fresh. Sides are homemade and good. The cheese and meats are sliced perfect. We love going there.

LOVE Manhattan Deli! One of my favorite sandwiches is their thanksgiving sandwich in November--but they have great items year round. The service is friendly and fast and it's such a gem! read more

Vegetarian Reuben I may have just had the best veggie Reuben sandwich available in the greater 48 states today. I had to share this for the vegetarians out there. I honestly didn't think such a item existed but the wife snagged me one while she was down in the area. Very decent size. Packed a lot of girth like a traditional great deli style sandwich. Ton of flavor with a noticeable and appreciated, (but definitely not over baring), hint of spiciness. I apologize for not having taken any pictures the first bite took me by such surprise that I think I was a bit dazed during the remainder of this sandwich. I literally said out loud to myself, "that was awesome" once I came to my senses after the last bite The pumpkin bar/cake was terrific too, I only snuck a couple bites as I suspected it was actually meant for the kids. But that Sandwich definitely left me with a decent sweet tooth afterwards so it's nice to know they have you covered there too! Thank you - highly recommend- will be back! read more

This restaurant still has that old time feel it's a definite classic type vibe and the owners are relatively new.  The service was fast and efficient and the line moved along quickly. It's about expectations this is not a mall based restaurant or a high end bistro somewhere.  The food was ok. Being from the East I've always been disappointed at the quality of Delicatessens in Des Moines.   I've always longed for the type of delicatessen that had really good quality cheeses. That did not skimp on the quality of the extras like pickles and other condiments  and actually maybe made some of their own meats like their own corn beef or their own roast beef and made sure they got really high quality ham that tasted like ham. Long Ago there was a place called "Noshs" it was the best. "Dahls Grocery store" now closed used to cook their own roast beef, and had great roast beef sandwiches and "the library " in Drake a bar also used to make there own roast beef and corn beef and turkey breast for lunch sandwiches.  Those days are long gone I guess, The bean counters have won. This restaurant is better than a Subway or other fast food deli but It's a long way from old school deli that I grew up with.  There must not be a market for that type of quality lunch meat anymore. I personally would pay more, most people want cheap and fast. La Mie Bakery makes great pre-made sandwiches with their wonderful French bread my favorite is brie and ham, it will be my future go to.Hope someone someday will step up the delicatessen restaurant situation in Des Moines. read more

Sat. 10:00am not open & no note, 10:30 not open no door note. Not answering's the Phone! WTHeck? Sandwiches are ok not real big for the price, Many other very good deli places around town, this one is closer. read more

Had been told by a few friends that I need to check this place out and I would always forget. Big mistake on my part. The sandwiches are amazing. The bread it so soft and chewy. I had the Thursday special which was an Italian type sandwich. Man the flavor was awesome. Tasted like someone's grandma spent many hours putting love and pride in it cause it tasted so awesome. Also had the pumpkin spice bar and it didn't disappoint either. Soft followed by loads of wonderful flavor. Was moist not dried out. This place is a must. read more