Irv&#x27;s 33 Delicatessen

Charming little Italian deli we stopped at on the way to the beach, and it was a pretty good…read morechoice. Very large sandwiches - the half was definitely enough food for pretty much the entire afternoon. I had bought some snacks as well but didn't need to dip into that at all. I ordered the Godfather sandwich, which has turkey and roast beef, and it was quite tasty. Nice selections there between hot and cold sandwiches, salad bar, bakery items, breakfast stuff, and they do take credit card, which is good. Not a ton of space to sit inside, but it's not really a place designed to eat in, definitely a take-out spot. I think it was definitely a good quality sandwich, and wouldn't be opposed to going back if I'm in the area again.

This is by far the best chicken cutlet on a semolina I've ever had. I don't even have words other…read morethan thank you. The pickles here are also so good, it's a must. They are also so kind, a favorite of mine I tell everyone about! The true vibe, and taste of everything I love about a jersey deli!

Chicken cutlet with roasted red peppers and basil pesto on semolina and pickles

Sandwich made with all ingredients bought at valentes.

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Chicken salad

Beckman's Deli & Grill

4.1(43 reviews)

2.1 mi

Open early for the anglers leaving from the marina. Great pork roll egg cheese SPK. Belmar staple…read morewith friendly staff and classic deli ambiance.

I have heard about the pork roll egg and cheese here so came to try. It was a straightforward…read morerendition of the sandwich. Decent is the best way to describe it. Nothing special. It seems to be a popular place maybe off novelty. Not dying to go back but wouldn't be upset if I did.

Spinach, Feta, Tomato omelette w/English muffin. Delicious.

BEC

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John And Cathy’s Italian Deli

4.5(17 reviews)

1.9 mi

The most perfect place to grab your beach sandwiches. If you are in the area looking for lunch,…read moreJohn and Cathy's is the spot. We found this place on Yelp after doing a quick search for delis in the area and could not have expected it to be soooo cute! I should have, they are in Ocean Grove, arguably the cutest NJ beach town there is. We ordered online and they were all ready for pick up in less than 20 minutes. Our group ordered 5 different sandwiches, and all were made correctly and were delicious. They had plenty of accommodations for our one gluten free friend (she ended up going with a lettuce wrap and raved about how perfect her sandwich was). My tuna sandwich hit the spot. Sandwiches were anywhere from $17-25 each, so not cheap at all, but when everyone is beyond happy, it's worth it. They had a few seats inside, and the three lovely ladies working were all so friendly and helpful. They are on an adorable street filled with shops, not far from the water, so if you have time I recommend a little bopping around.

Do not skip this place!! This tiny deli is a powerhouse and is guaranteed to fill you up. They have…read morea ton of pasta salads, vegetable salads, and fruit salads. My mom got some caprese, I ordered the landy and my dad the bray's way. I ate half of my sandwich, but my dad could only get through 1/4 of it. We were full for hours. I loved the spinach on my sandwich. The mozzarella was also perfection. The ingredients are high quality and we raved about our food. The service was a bit scattered, but we walked in behind a duo that ordered 8 sandwiches, so we empathize with the chaos!

Ham and provolone with oil and vinegar

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Bing's Beach House Deli

4.6(45 reviews)

1.6 mi

Stopped here for the first time to pick up sandwiches before the beach. Place was packed on a…read moreSaturday morning with hungry people awaiting breakfast and coffee. Despite the business, the staff was friendly, alert, and quick on their feet. My turkey and provolone sandwich was thick. Packed with meat and cheese and fresh vegetables. Great portion for the price of a fresh deli sandwich. It was hard not to dig in right away at 9 am. Casual eatery with a small dining area and a bathroom for patrons. It was just about a 3 minute drive to the beach and would maybe be about a 15 minute walk. I will definitely be returning!

When I'm down here I most of the time get this place. They have one of the best bacon egg and…read morecheeses I have ever had. Everything time I get it, it doesn't disappoint. The workers are also really nice and the food gets made decently fast.

Turkey and provolone sub

Sausage egg and cheddar cheese

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PEC on a hard roll

Hoagitos

4.5(165 reviews)

2.0 mi

Wow...mmmmm...so good. Chicken parm sandwich was amazing...huge, fresh and delicious. Risotto balls…read morealso very good. Kids enjoyed the chicken nuggets and fries. Take out food was ready when we arrived and we were early. Everything packaged very nicely. It was a pleasure to order from here. I highly recommend. You will thank me.

For a quick reasonable meal, this hole in the wall does sandwiches right. Their forbidden chicken…read moreis an award winner.

Finger Licker & Fresh Cut Fries

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Berg's Smoked Meat & Poutine

4.6(83 reviews)

2.3 mi

When hubby asked for a pastrami sandwich, we knew just the place. It has to be Berg's. We ordered…read morethe classic Montreal pastrami sandwich, which was as delicious as the one we had in Montreal, Canada. For sides, I ordered their Classic Poutine, but hubby truly was curious about their Meat Poutine. Can't say "No" to him, so we ordered both and skipped the Reuben. The Classic Montreal Pastrami sandwich was very generously stacked with tender and lean meat, so I was glad I forgoed the Ruben. It fed us very well, as we did have two poutines with our order. The meat poutine was delicious, but too reminiscent of our sandwich. The standout for me, between the two poutines, was their Classic Poutine. Picture this: Every forkful delivers hand-cut fries, gooey cheese curd, and savory gravy all together in one glorious mouthwatering experience. Pair this with beer, and you are in Nirvana. We no longer have to cross the border to go to our wonderful neighbor, Montreal, Canada, for delicious sandwiches and poutine. Finding street parking was relatively easy. If you want to eat your food right away, they have counter seating.

This is a take out place with some amazing pastrami, latkes, and hand cut fresh fries. The meat…read moremelted in your mouth. We joked that chewing is optional. I loved the classic smoked meat sandwich but the pastrami cheesesteak with onions and Cooper sharp was surprisingly good too. What sold me on going here was this: "We take a beef brisket, dry cure it with 12 different spices for 21 days, smoked over oak wood for 8 hours, steamed for 3 hours, & finally hand slice to order." Smoked meat and poutine is a big deal in Montreal and rare to find in the US and that alone makes Bakes extra special in my book.

Where to place your order.

Chicken schnitzel Ceasar sandwich

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Drew's Market

4.1(37 reviews)

3.0 mi

The BEST Steak in Town!!!! Everything in this market is very…read moregood Friendly, very clean, so many choices. You'll LUV this market

I purchased 3 8 ounce fillet mignons at Drew's Market for $67. All three fillets were tied up and…read moreafter the string came off they all fell apart and were difficult to cut. We were disappointed we did not get center cut fillet mignons. If you purchase fillets at Drew's ask to make sure they are center cut or they won't be worth the $67 price point. Nice place and seemed like people but 1 star for not giving us center cut. Drew's was not trustworthy in looking out for the consumer experience. These were for a birthday dinner so very disappointing. Have you ever wondered why a steak can sometimes be cut with a fork, requiring almost no effort to enjoy, while others demand a bit of a workout for your jaw? The secret often lies in a specific section of the beef tenderloin known as the center cut. When you sit down at a high-end steakhouse or prepare a luxury meal at home, the term "filet mignon" is frequently used, but the "center cut" is the true gold standard within that category. It is the portion of the meat that professional chefs prize above all others for its symmetry, its lean profile, and its legendary, buttery texture. Anything pieced together with a string is not center cut.

A delicious spread of assorted salads and sandwiches

Chicken nuggets and sautéed spinach

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Penne vodka

Mike's Giant Submarines

3.8(51 reviews)

2.0 mi

Fantastic tuna sub! Very pleasant employees, clean shop. Don't forget to get a pickle!read more

Consistently a good spot for a real Sub sandwich…read more Fresh sliced meat per order, fresh toppings and good conversation along the way. Cash only but an ATM on premises. Prices have gone up recently but have you seen prices at the chain stores? Good selection and great fresh sub rolls. One of the last true stand alone mom and pop sub shops that cranks them out the way they should be done!

Belly buster

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Italian sub

Corner Bagelry - Belmar

3.7(56 reviews)

2.2 mi

It was just ok. I feel like a bagel connoisseur since j grew up in Jersey City and went to college…read morein Brooklyn. Ordered a plain bagel with scallion cream cheese. We only saw 1 piece of scallion. The PEC on a hard roll was good but not the best I ever had per se. the best is at Grossman's deli in Oakhurst. IMO. My daughter had an egg everything toasted with lox spread. Again I think Vagrlmasters in Shrewsbury does it better. But my overall all time favorite bagel place is still hot bagel bakery in Oakhurst.

This is our favorite local bagel spot! The bagels are the perfect texture, nice and chewy. The…read morebacon, egg and cheese sandwiches always hit the spot (love that the bacon is crispy). It gets pretty busy during the mornings and on weekends, although the line moves quickly. We normally take our order to go but they have plenty of tables and bar seating inside (plus tables outside for the warmer months). Definitely worth checking out for breakfast if you're in the area!

Corner Bagelry Main Street Belmar

Pork roll egg and cheese on an egg bagel

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Belmar beautiful beach a few blocks from Corner Bagelry!

Tom Bailey's Market

3.9(50 reviews)

3.7 mi

its the only place in town. That said you would think they would be a little nicer. like not being…read moredownright nasty when someone orders a "Taylor ham egg and cheese" instead of "PorkRoll Egg and Cheese". This has happened multiple times. One time someone at our house ordered a Taylor ham egg and cheese and they gave us boiled ham instead and wouldnt change it. I get the joke of it all but they were not at all trying be funny.

After walking around Spring Lake Beach, Lake Como, and gazing at nice homes, we built enough of an…read moreappetite for lunch at Tom Bailey's. This was the standard deli experience I'd expect. Plenty of sandwiches on the menu, drinks, chips, cold cuts, ready to make pasta.... what more is there to ask. And a limited frills experience too. We ordered the Princetonian & Casey between the two of us. Also got a bag of mango habanero chips & freshly squeezed orange juice. When you pay, you get a pager to let you know when your food is ready. Because it's the summer, expect a little wait, but not terribly long. There's plenty of seating outside if you don't want to sit indoors. There's just a couple of tables near the front door. I'm not the biggest fan of wraps (my girl is), but the Casey was pretty good. The breaded eggplant makes it good. It does come apart pretty easily so be slightly warned. The Princetonian was pretty good. Just keep in mind it's not a hot sub, but the veggies are all fresh. The mushrooms were super good. At $11 for the wrap & sandwich each, that's not a bad deal.

Black kalvin

Grease and food

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omg seen a large rat near my table went to tell the cashier she was on the phone could care less --beware!! eating there what a dump!!

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