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

Boris rocks! The owner, Boris, duh, haha is always at the prep station. You can chat with him about…read moreyour order as he prepares it. His corned beef is outstanding but allow him to suggest other items on or off his menu that you may not have considered. He once concocted a type of lamb stir fry for me that was sublime!

Thank goodness Boris left Siegels to open this treasure. Another option for folks on the lakes…read more There's five tables and a few chairs, but, I suspect this is basically a carry-out operation. We first came here after a tip from my dentist. Glorious stories of buying a lb of pastrami and it being so good and hot that they ate it all in the parking lot. Another case of oversized matzoh balls and a tasty broth. They have exceptional meats and a terrific cole slaw. Portions are usually on the large side. However, today's sandwich was a bit skimpy, by comparison. This is also dessert central. Plenty of danish, cookies and 7-layer cake. Prices are actually reasonable for the product received. 10/25

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.

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

Came for Mother's Day brunch. It was really busy. And while it was a slightly chilly day, we…read moredecided to eat outside so we wouldn't have to wait an hour. The only issue is, I'm guessing the kitchen was backed up and the servers were a bit overwhelmed. We ended up having an enjoyable meal, and the food itself was great as always. And eventually someone who was not technically our server took care of us and did an excellent job. I shared eggs and challah french toast with my daughter and both were great. The latte (ehhh) ... Maybe just get regular coffee. I was in the mood but they don't do almond milk in it and it was just OK. So I wouldn't get that again here.

We were looking for a classic Jewish deli sandwich, and Stage Deli gave us just that. The…read morerestaurant was very spacious with ample seating, and the service was great. It felt a bit outdated inside, but I didn't really mind that since it was pretty clean and well lit. I got a West Side Story with a side order of potato salad. The sandwich was great, and checked all the boxes for me. The bread was the softest rye I've ever had. I liked how fluffy it was, even though that was not exactly the texture was expecting. The pastrami was really good, and it was sliced perfectly. The coleslaw and russian dressing were fine but nothing special. The sandwich was so filling, I only had a bite or two of the potato salad, but it was really good and held up nicely in my fridge to consume later. Overall, I would definitely return.

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!

Have wanted to try this local restaurant for years! It did not disappoint. The food was excellent…read more(ordered an antipasto salad and a Ruben) Everything was fresh and very tasty. Thought it was reasonably priced compared to other similar places. We chatted with the owner who was very nice and enjoyed a quaint dine in experience. So glad we finally checked it out and will be going back soon!

Came for a quick lunch. Ordered a turkey sandwich, chips and an iced tea. Came…read moreOut fresh and everything was good including the tea. Service was good. Ambiance was ok.

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!

I took a couple colleagues from the area to lunch here recently. Accessible parking with ADA spaces…read moreare available within steps of the entrance. The environment is welcoming and clean. Noise level was moderate for this midweek lunch time. I highly recommend the Reuben Sandwich on grilled rye. I asked for extra sauerkraut which they obliged. It was so flavorful!! Loved the Kosher dill pickle spear too! My companions raved about their selections. We have a new and delicious addition to our outings!

When I paid, I wasn't asked whether I was using debit or credit because the employee was on a…read morepersonal call. I'll take responsibility for not paying closer attention, as I assumed my debit card was being run. However, I later noticed I was charged an extra $2.63. From my understanding, debit transactions shouldn't be surcharged the same way credit cards can be, since debit is treated as cash. As a customer, I'd just encourage more attentiveness during transactions--please ask customers whether they're using debit or credit, and avoid personal calls while assisting. It helps prevent confusion and builds trust. This isn't about placing blame, but about improving the customer experience moving forward.