Today's lunch…read more Pastrami and Swiss on Rye. I also got an order of French fries, but didn't take any pictures.

Hobby's is a Newark institution, and for good reason, as it offers some of the best deli meats and…read morelunch sandwiches in the area. Beyond the food, it's family-owned, and the family happens to be some of the kindest people you'll find. It's a rare day where one of them doesn't stop by the table to ask how your day is going, or how the meal went. As for the meal itself, you'll be greeted by a heaping bucket of various pickles on the table. The menu is enormous, with all the typical hot and cold sandwiches you'd expect from a great deli. Finish off the meal with a tasty cookie or dessert - i love both the black and whites or the linzer tarts.

Okayyyy TikTok, you got me with this one!…read more I came across a review of Big Rocs Deli on TikTok, and since it's right near my job, I figured, "Why not? Let me go see what the hype is about." Well... I'm VERY glad I did! I ordered the quarter beef pastrami with coleslaw, house sauce, and spicy mustard, and BABYYYY... that sandwich was GOOD! The pastrami was tender, flavorful, and NOT overly salty. The coleslaw was tasty, the bread was soft, and the house sauce with the spicy mustard? That combination was everything! My only regret is that I ordered a quarter because I absolutely should've gotten a half or honestly, a FULL sandwich! I was sitting there wishing I had more. For my first time trying Big Rocs Deli, they definitely made an impression. I will 100% be back to try more, and I'm already thinking about what I'm ordering next! If you're in the area and love a good pastrami sandwich, put Big Rocs Deli on your list. This one did NOT disappoint!

The sandwich was really good. I had the beef pastrami with a smir of mustard. We tried the digital…read moremenu and I had no idea the menu was so extensive. I have to try some of the other things they have to offer next time. It was nice to see it wasn't to far from me and in my old neighborhood. The service was good and helpful. The prices were good and average for these types of sandwiches.

Over the weekend I made my at least 5th order here. Every time it is very predictable no matter…read morewhat I get., excellent!!! They have to put a lot of thought and love into everything that they put out. Home of the best Sloppy Joes!! From sandwiches to salad to iced tea and desserts I highly recommend this place. I had to take the time to leave a review this time because I felt it was very overdue. The gobbler sandwich is yummy, The Godfadda, The Gossip Girl, I also have had an egg salad with layer of tuna salad Sloppy Joe-that is amazing! The Cobb salad is also a fave. My friends rave about all the sandwiches they have tried. They are very friendly behind the counter and the order takers are fast and efficient. It gets crowded but moves fast.

This place makes a pretty good sandwich and they been around for awhile. I usually order online and…read morepick it up and it's seamless and ready when they say. My favorite sandwich is the gobbler it's a tasty sandwich that's a whole thanksgiving meal in a sandwich. It's a little bit messy but it's so good the turkey, cranberry and stuff work well together I highly recommend it and this sandwich joint

Mind blowing! Pastrami Sandwich on Rye. Just order it how it normally comes. All they put on it is…read morea special mustard spread. And that's all you need. The meat is so tender and juicy that it makes up for the fact that it's a pretty simple sandwich. I love it! 8pm on a Saturday night and there's a line down the block. But it moves fast. Once you get inside you choose one of 9 lines to get into. DON'T LOSE YOUR BLUE TICKET or you'll be fined extra dollars. Each line has a meat cutter at it. That's 9 guys cutting meats making sandwiches. If you want side dishes like fries, as well as beverages, then after you receive your sandwich at the counter, get out of there and move to the far left to the line NEXT TO Cutter #9. That's where you order your remaining items. Unfortunately the fries are precooked and cold. Bring your tray of food to any table. You WILL have to sit with others. The other option is to specify the moment you enter the building that you want to wait for a table in the back seating area where there's full service with your own server taking care of you. But then you miss the experience of the Cutter making your sandwich! At the end of your meal you either pay cash at the front of the store, or pay credit card at the back of the store.

The pastrami sandwich was really good. I knocked down one star bc I always get pickles and…read morecoleslaw. For what Katz's charges, there was no coleslaw. I've had my share of pastrami sandwiches from many restaurants in nyc area, and it's not worrh waiting in line for smaller sandwich and no coleslaw.

I always passed this on my way to Penn Station and finally decided to give it a try. It's a small…read morestore with a counter that actually had a fairly extensive menu. You can get sandwiches, Greek specialities, and even some breakfast items (pancakes, French toast, etc.). The menu is great. Lots of options and the prices are wonderful. I had a bagel with egg ,cheese, and gyro as well as coffee. The coffee was really good. I was expecting mediocre to bad coffee but it was actually a nice cup. The food was well made too. It looks like they take their food seriously, even though it's a small botega type place. Despite the low prices, the quality is pretty good. One other nice touch was that they had 3 tables for people to sit at. Although this seems more like a order and take out place, the seating is a nice addition. I would definitely recommend this place for a bit on the way or from Penn Station. Or even if you just want a pretty cheap lunch option, it's a good place to go. You can often (but not always) find parking at the 2 hour parking meters next to the shop.

One of the BEST falafel sandwiches I have ever had, and for only $4!!…read more It was warm and moist, and the pita bread was so soft and perfect. They served it with tahini, hummus, and lettuce (I asked for it without onions and tomatoes). The tahini made it so perfect.

Old school mom and pop deli thats been around for decades. . Simple menu with great rotating…read morespecials. Great place for a quick pick up breakfast and lunch. Places like this are disappearing quick these days Dont expect anything fancy or gourmet but definitely expect delicious and filling and home made. Make sure you greet Jimmy the dog

Was working in the area and the great guy that I'm working with directed me here for lunch. I was…read moreback all three days of my visit and everything I ordered was top notch! I like this old school, friendly family vibe. They seem to know everyone that walks in and after my first visit I felt welcomed like everyone else. Prices are ridiculously INEXPENSIVE. Cheap! And generous servings. Thursday it was busy at lunchtime. I could tell they were stressed and several people were waiting. They care and assured that everyone was taken care of. So, please be patient, it's worth the wait! Keep supporting this wonderful family business! I'll make a point to stop back in whenever I'm close to Newark.

Love this place used to come here precovid and this was my first time back since. The food…read moresandwiches are fresh and made to order. This is such a great local sandwich spot that does it right. I highly recommend the Bethany but they seriously can make almost any combination of sandwich you want. I got a grilled chicken panini with avocado and ranch dressing, devoured that amazing sandwich. There's no seating so you must grab and go ( I usually eat in military park). Mr. Kim is also very personable and friendly. Enjoy this place as much as I do. Cheers.

Mr. Kim is the GOAT. Greatest cook in Newark. The Kim burger slaps and all his food is fresh and…read moremade with love.

Pretty good! We've been meaning to try this spot and I'm so glad I finally was able to order ahead…read moreand grab to go. I must say parking sucks- there is a lot right next to, but there was a dark skinned man sitting in the lot basically patrolling. He told me I can't park there after I said I was running into deli to quickly pick up.. I found this a major turnoff. I'm 9 months pregnant might I add and the deli is basically on a narrow steep road with minimal spots. Not ideal. I also wouldn't consider the Area extremely safe so I didn't want to park too far away. I ended up just parking illegally and running in. I ordered (a whole) Favorite Joe, fries and macaroni salad. Everything tasted fresh once I got home and was good! I wouldn't say it's better or worse than Millburn deli - I can appreciate both places having a quality sloppy Joe!! If you're in the area, I would recommend you stop in!!

I want to love this place…read more Seems extremely scant on the vegetarian side. Pound cake seems lovely. Wonder if they make them fresh. Seems like a lovely local place, close to the train station and on the way to the farmers market.

Best deli on Smith Street. If they don't have it, they will order it for you. Everyone knows you…read moreby name and the vast selections of sandwiches, salads and paninis. And they are very charitable to the less fortunate neighbors.

Great neighborhood deli 4.5 STARS…read more Found this neighborhood gem while visiting Brooklyn and was impressed enough to come back twice. I ordered an egg, ham, and cheese on a roll along with a freshly made smoothie, and both were outstanding. The sandwich was hot, fresh, and exactly what you want for a classic deli breakfast sandwich. In fact, I enjoyed it so much that I returned on our last day and grabbed another sandwich to take on the plane home. Friendly service, quality ingredients, and great execution. If you're in the area, Smith Gourmet Deli is definitely worth a stop.

The Yard is easily one of my favorite spots in Newark. The food is incredible -- especially the…read moreoxtail burger with Gruyère and Wala sauce, which I genuinely dream about. Their hand-cut fries are always on point too. But what makes The Yard really special is the people. Kai has created a space that feels rooted in Black joy, community, and genuine hospitality. He and Niy are always so kind, and every time I leave, I feel seen and appreciated. There are plenty of places to get a burger, but very few places that make you feel connected to a city. I'm newer to Newark and already feel that way about The Yard. I hope they're here forever.

We had the amazing experience of being in downtown Newark on Juneteenth and upon Yelping, found The…read moreYard and its 4.6 star average. We came for the Oxtail burger but on this day they were only making beef burgers, lamb burgers, and catfish sandwiches. The bonus, however, was the BBQ offerings in the backyard -- Mac n cheese, corn on the cob, fries, and plantains! Between the awesome cheeseburger and lamb burger, I was in seventh heaven. We had a great time sitting on the lawn and celebrating this glorious day with our brothers and sisters.