Just so you all know, I'm not going to give out a lot of 5-stars. That being said, I've been going to this place for years, and will likely continue to for years to come. Let's see... homemade bread? Check. Interesting sammiches? Definitely. Good fast and friendly service? Damn straight. Owner learns your name? That's a no brainer for me! Three words: Curry Chicken Salad. Seriously, I've been hurt by chicken salad before. WE all have suffered through overly mayo-saturated salad which still leaves the chicken miraculously tasting dry. Or is that just me? Well, worry no more! Greg has made a lovely curry chicken salad with grapes and pecans that's just SO tasty. Don't feel like a whole sammich? Well, try their soup and "1/2" sandwich combo. What's the difference between a whole and half a sandwich at this place? Well, if you ever order just the soup, you'll discover these little 1/4 inch thick pieces of bread served alongside for dipping. THAT'S the difference. Seriously, it's worth taking the hit to sample some of their lovely soups. Tomato basil and broccoli cheese are good, and their dill clam chowder is a really interesting take on the classic. Only problem with the soup/sammich combo is that you can't get some of the hot sammich choices with that, like the Tuna Melt, which is damn tasty too! Want to gorge yourself on something truly decadent and meaty? Well, I wasn't always a pseudo-veggie freak, and when I ate red meat I found that the Reuben here was a perfect version of this singular sammich. Done just right. Want to test your ability to unhinge your jaw? Try a sloppy joe! These aren't your typical gooey Manwich meal-on-a-bun-out-of-a-can sloppy joes. These are official, triple-decker, NYC-style monsters that can devour your appetite if you let them sit for too long. Don't get into a staring contest with these creatures! Just dig in and start chompin! Let that NYC slaw and russian dressing run down your chin a little bit! Don't worry about that pickle spear on the side, there's no time! Go go go! Ok. Sorry. Just got carried away. Thing is, there are many options here for lunch, whether you want to stay healthy with soup and salads or if you want to pack your stomach for the long afternoon ahead. I hear they're now open for dinner too. They serve beer and wine during lunch, but I've been told they're getting a liquor license for dinner service. Their dinner menu looks good, kinda like typical American fusion (cajun pasta, fish tacos, grilled salmon). While I haven't tried it I know that Greg has opened 5 different restaurants over the years, so he likely knows how to cook up things other than deli items. But don't discount the deli! Go there for lunch! Now! And then go there for dinner and tell me how it is. Oh, and if it matters to anyone, they have really cute girls behind the counter. Always helps make my day brighter. read more

I discovered New World Deli while at a nearby training. Ended up going there for lunch 2 of 3 days I was on that side of town. The portions are very big. Fries are tasty. YUM! But I would really recommend the tuna melt on rye. I'm am really picky about tuna in restaurants, but this was by far the best I had ever had. Currently my favorite place to eat. The soup is exceptional as well and the staff is very friendly. Always busy when I've been there. It's a bit on the expensive side, but it's been worth it every time I've eaten there! read more

I love this place. One of the shining restaurants in this area. For a long time I worked in the Medical Science Center across the way and compared to other food choices in the area, New World was an easy choice for great food made quickly. I've done plenty of to-go orders and I can't recount one time I had an issue with the orders being placed incorrectly (we have some choosey people as well). My favorites in no order would be the roastbeef and swiss, the broccoli and cheese, and their pastrami...simple tastes, but still...everything is fresh and executed well. A lot of places in austin have FRESH ingredients, but not many execute them with as much thought and success as New World. The atmosphere inside is friendly and full of good music and happy employees. This is NOT a sit down and be waited on place. This is a sandwich shop at its foundations. You need to get up and get your own soda at the fountain, and you should bus yourself. If that's a problem, look elsewhere. No, I can't tell you the difference between a bagel from new york or Kukamanga...nor do I care how much better your local rueben is compared to my local rueben (go local sports team!). What New World offers is tastey, well executed food at a good price in a simple, thought-out atmosphere. read more

It probably says something that my old stand-by is a cream cheese and cucumber sandwich - pretty much impossible to make poorly. I order this because everything else I've ever had has fallen flat. The meatball sandwich is just not good, which is disappointing considering this is ordinarily one of the greatest food creations of all time. The veggie sandwich with hummus is not flavorful which is also a disappointment because it can be done so well. I find it ironic that the tag line on their menu is now something about "banning bland" and most of their food really isn't that flavorful. Last night, as my friend and I were leaving, we recounted the myriad of sandwiches we've tried here and how most of them really fell short of expectations. Then I posed the million dollar question: why do we keep coming back? I think we return time and time again in hopes of it being good. I really WANT to like this place but I just... don't, really. In the words of a famous post-it note: "I'm sorry, I can't. Don't hate me." read more

Great, friendly staff. Wonderful sandwich and soup offerings. Consistent quality. I can't believe it took me so long to try this place, but I went there for the first time earilier this year, and after my third yummy visit today, I'd say I'm hooked. I had the veggie burger today (which is made in-house), and although it was VERY flavorful (falafel, carrots, black olives, etc.), it was a bit mooshy for my taste. The French fries though were perfection. My favorite sandwich (so far) is the Ruben made w/turkey pastrami. OMFG, people. I have had DREAMS that feature this sandwich. Perfectly warm with the absolutely right balance of meat/bread/dressing/sauerkraut. Sofa king good!! The only thing that was weird? The music they were playing!! It sounded like some new age/smooth jazz combo and seemed quite out of place in this funky restaurant with the (mostly) young, hipster staff. read more

I came in to grab a quick bite before a show at Hyde Park Theatre. These tacos, oh, these tacos blew my mind! They were so incredibly delicious and flavorful and fresh tasting. I really had no idea a taco could be so mouth-watering. I didn't want the experience of eating them to end. They had some live music goin' on, and it was enjoyable. They have fancy coffee drinks, wine, beer, and sandwiches as well. The staff was very friendly, and it seemed to be a family run business, which is nice. So, stop passing by this place a million times and go in! You'll thank me later. read more

What my wife and I had: philly cheesesteak, the rachel reuben, side of fries and clam chowder. Since moving into the neighborhood, my wife and I have not yet found our "go to place". Well, the search is over. First, the ambience...great character to the building, nice and spacious interior with a warm feel. There was open mic night halfway through our meal, which made the dining experience enjoyable. The staff was top notch...from taking our order, taking the time to explain the choices, checking on us frequently, and offering a personal satisfaction guarantee, he treated us like we were at a Michelin rated restaurant! The food was fantastic...highlights: perfectly toasted bread and savory flavored juicy meats that slowly soaked the bread so that every bite remained moist and satisfying. The fries were nicely done with a chipotle mayonnaise that really took us by surprise. The ketchup which my wife usually drains, left alone...and she doesn't usually like mayonnaise! The only one thing that worth noting is the clam chowder. It is a Rhode Island chowder without cream, and flavored with dill. I enjoyed it, but it may be surprising for people who are expecting a "traditional" chowder. But as the saying goes..."dont knock it until you try it!" Can't wait to be back to try more of the menu. read more

I don't make it over to Greg's place nearly enough. I've resolved to change that. Not only is it walkable from my home and office- it's really good! The missing star has only to do with the room for improvement in the overall decor. I think a little renovation could go a really long way toward capturing an additional set of loyal customers. I favor the meatloaf sandwhich and the turkey/swiss sloppy joe. But I've never had anything I didn't like. It seems like once Greg learns your name, he'll never forget it. And who doesn't love feeling like more than a credit card number? Remember that the next time you're tempted to darken the door of a nearby franchise. I will. read more

Surprised to see so many poor reviews on here. This is a nice local spot for people in the Hyde Park area. They make a mean Philly Cheese Steak and their half sandwich and soup deal is one of the best lunches around. The people who work there are friendly and remember you after not too long. The place had some seriously weird art up on the walls for awhile, including a picture of a baby Buddha who vaguely resembled Tupac. The food can be somewhat bland and the quality would be seriously increased by the addition of some spices. But the ingredients are high quality, portions are big and the food is tasty. Great lunch spot! read more

I loved the New Jersey "Sloppy Joe" with turkey and ham. The cole slaw and Russian dressing made the sandwich. I also appreciated the three slice, club sandwich-style rye bread. Greg was super friendly. I am not sure if he is the owner or manager. Either way, I will be coming back very soon. read more

Great sandwiches. I think the curried chicken or turkey with smoked gruyere are both excellent. They should definitely be toasted as well. This place has a good atmosphere and I enjoy playing with their checkers board while I'm waiting/eating. The only bad thing is that I always spend $10, when I think it would be more competitive around $7. read more

My lord. How does a cold sandwich cost $8? It came with smoked turkey, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and spicy mustard. $8? Maybe if it came toasted with melted cheese and avocado I would pay that much for this lousy sandwich. Did I mention avocado is $1.25 extra and that toasting your sandwich is $.25? Unbelievable... The lady at the register wasn't too cool either. She was short in expression and when I tipped her for her weeny sandwich I got virtually nothing. It was as if she expected me to give her money and to respond by, well, not responding. Dumby. I would rather patronize Subway than this foul bologna. And, that is coming from someone that likes to keep it strictly local. You will never get my money again New World Order!!! read more

Some of the best sandwiches I've ever had! High quality ingredients, great bread, fresh veggies, tasty meats. The curry chicken salad is AMAZING. Super rich in flavor, authentic tasting spices, just the right consistency. The Reubens are also AMAZING - one of (if not THE) best I've ever had. Even "simple" sandwiches like the Turkey Club are outstanding. They make the kind of sandwiches that make you go "damnnn, this is actually really good!" Nothing bland or boring here. As good as the food is, what really sets this place apart is the service. Everyone that works there is pleasant, kind, and helpful. But the owner, Greg (aka the Deli Lama) goes way above and beyond and gives some of the best customer service I've EVER experienced. We had a slight issue with our order (first time that had ever happened for us here) and Greg immediately thanked us for calling and owned up to making the sandwich himself. He talked to us personally, apologized for the mixup, remade the sandwich himself, and even gave us a personalized note on the to-go box. When I came to pick up the remade sandwich, Greg stepped outside with me to chat and triple check that everything with the new sandwich was correct. He ended up talking to us for about 5 minutes. For an owner to take the time to do something like that was really special. Anyone who works in the service industry knows, it's not about always being perfect, it's about how you handle situations when things go wrong. And Greg took this potential bad situation and turned it into two life-long customers! Kudos to Greg and NeWorld Deli for being so awesome, and please support this amazing local business! read more

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Stopped in for a quick lunch since they are two blocks away from my new job. It has a nice quaint atmosphere. If you are in the mood for sandwiches, soup, salads, etc. this is the place for you. I ordered the Turkey & Swiss more than half with soup combo. I thought I found the place in Austin with the best Tomato Basil until I came here. I don't know what they do to this soup but I wanted to ditch the sandwich and attempt to drink a gallon of this soup instead. A cup just wasn't enough. I will definitely head back and try something new or at least beg them for a larger bowl or siphon line to the soup. Oh and their speciality cold tea is wonderful too. read more

Fist-sized pastrami, melted Swiss and tangy Russian, crowned with sauerkraut read more

Fresh delicious sandwiches! I had the pepperoni and provolone, and I loved it. So few places have a pepperoni sandwich (and I LOVE pepperoni!). The owner Greg served me and was pleasant and fun. Seems like he enjoys working/owning the shop which is always fun to see. Hibiscus mint iced tea was good, and overall, it will be one of the spots I like going to! read more

My friend and I split the Reuben, and each of us ordered a cup of soup. Perfect amount of food for lunch. We got there at 11:30, and there still were a lot of seats left. They were all taken by noon, so I recommend going around 11:30ish for lunch, if not earlier. I usually don't care for corned beef too much, but their Reuben was pretty good. My tomato basil soup was perfect. I was surprised that their coffee was nice, too! Friendly and funny service to boot. I'd definitely go back and try the other dishes they have there! read more

Eh. I just don't know. We went to New World on a random weekday evening in the spirit of trying new places. The small restaurant/deli has a nice location on the north end of Guadalupe....many, many UTers (on the bus, on the bike, in the car) pass by the little strip of shops on their way toward campus. Despite the free publicity, the place was completely dead. When we walked in 45 minutes before close, 3/4 of the dining room had been closed. The owner was talkative and friendly, encouraging us to order this or that from the menu. I decided on the chicken & cheese sub, which was the definition of mediocre. The bread fell apart, the cheese was too much, the cooked vegetables were limp and slimy. Corinne had a veggie sandwich and really enjoyed it. As we sat at the one table that had not been cleaned and chair-topped for the night, one other person patronized the deli. The prices are moderate for a sandwich and drink. I have no idea what kind of lunch crowd they cater to, but it's kind of disheartening that a place with such good intentions can't seem to draw a dinner crowd. I sincerely hope they are able to do some marketing and get some guests. I would be willing to try New World again, and I hope others will give it a go, too. Worth a visit. read more

I was excited to get a reuben after reading reviews, but what a letdown. The sandwich looked good, though I prefer Jewish/Pumpernickel Rye for a Russian Reuben (pastrami & Russian dressing). First 2 bites were ok, though it had WAY too much sauerkraut, and I love sauerkraut. After 2 bites and 1/3 of the way in to the first half I realize... NO MORE MEAT! That's right... 2/3 of my sandwich left and nothing but an enormous, soggy pile of sauerkraut with swiss and Russian dressing. I figured maybe the meat all ended up on one side, but no such luck... the second half had about 1/3 meat coverage as well, and a huge pile of sauerkraut. The sandwich maker clearly put one tiny mound of meat dead center, and then a huge, wet mess of sauerkraut. I spread a little meat out, then gave up and threw the rest away. This was the skimpiest reuben I have ever had, and wasn't cheap, especially considering it came with only a pickle spear. If you're going to skimp like that, at least spread it out, and maybe throw some crappy chips I'll throw away on the plate to at least give me the illusion you didn't just rip me off. read more

Recently having moved to Austin, the first thing I do is research places near where I am living that have high rankings for their food. A reuben place walking distance from my place? Yes, Please! First the good. The restaurant is as previously stated, a well set up and a relaxing place. Cashier and server were polite and professional. Their reuben was bigger than I thought it would be. Then the bad. This reuben easily had 2 times the sauerkraut and 1/2 the pastrami of anywhere else i've had it. While eating I couldn't get over the faint taste of something like ...... a hot dog. Not saying there is, but had a tinge of that hot dog nitrate taste. Not strong or overpowering but definitely there. Finishing the first half I immediately had to scoop off the overly excessive sauerkraut from the second half. May have been an off day, debating if I should go back and try something else. read more

Super awesome, locally-owned deli serving up reliably delicious food. The interior is certainly not trendy, but it is comfortable and clean enough. Walk in (parking lot on the north side of the building), order at the counter, then sit down and wait for your meal to be delivered. I always get the avocado reuben. I don't think it is still listed on the menu, but it is AMAZING, and they will still make it if you know to ask. I've never found anything that compares. As you might expect, it's a traditional reuben with avocado in place of the meat. Ingenius, really. The sandwich is huge and filling so my boyfriend and I tend to split a sandwich and the garden salad. Their balsamic vinaigrette is great. It's such a satisfying meal and at a great price point. There is often a band playing from the little stage in the corner. If live music at dinner isn't your thing a. what are you doing in Austin? and b. get your food to go and head over to nearby Central Park to enjoy your deliciousness. Or eat on the little patio facing Guadalupe. Also, the restaurant interior is very spacious, so I would imagine it would be great for groups. read more

I went to this awesome deli about a week ago, it was very tasty, and good prices. Best part, I loved that they also serve beer and wine, sometimes hard to find in a deli. I met the owner during my visit, I asked him if we was while he was training a new employee. He was very personable, and you could tell he lives for his work. He was getting his hands dirty going around pre-bussing. Also his wife makes the best carrot cake I've ever tried. Great costumer service! Great management! Great place! I'd recommend this place to friends, family, and people who're visiting Austin. read more

Grill chicken salad is my togo meal. Chocolate cake is very good. I never try other stuff.. I am not sure they made this cake in house..I need to ask them next time I go back. read more

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Turkey reuben and curried chicken salad sandwiches are the bomb. My first adventure to NeWorlDeli was a much needed taste of the real world and real food after spending four days camping and starving in the Grand Canyon. I needed nourishment and comfort. This place has good potato salad (my comfort food) and uses games as part of the decor, so my lunch partner and I played a competitive round of Connect 4 while our delicious sandwiches settled. Cute place and good food. It even inspired me to be more creative with my cooking. Curried chicken salad blows regular chicken salad out of the water any day. read more

Stopped by yesterday to pick up lunch, my sandwich was sooo good I got the pastrami Ruben on sourdough bread. It was so big it was lunch for two days! My co worker got the egg salad sandwich which she swears by! I'll definitely be back! Also the employees were super nice! read more

Curried chicken sandwich on a French Roll? Yes. Did I want to get one of their cookies and eat it where no one could see me? You bet I wanted that. But, I'm trying to space out my intake of sugary sweets so I'll have to add an update as soon as I try one. I loved the feel of this place. It felt like if I walked outside, I would be in some small, blustery New England town. I love that. I also loved that when I ordered, the chick placed her little order slip on a clip attached to a little order zipline and it flew across the place right into the hands of the cooks! How cool is that?! In between bites of goodness, I noticed an obscure shelf of games (including Connect Four) and a stage on the far side of the deli. A small bar divided the dining room from the front counter. Noticing all of this made me excited to go back and try more food and listen to whatever live music they have lined up....and get a cookie, damnit. read more

Their food is to die for and it's always quick. Favorite spot to get a sandwich in Austin!

Awesome place! Greg (the owner) is an awesome guy and seems very passionate about his restaurant. We had a great conversation about the bread and he was extremely friendly about everything. This is the kind of restaurant you want to stop in for a pleasant experience. I will be back! read more

I am personally offended by anyone who suggests there's a better pastrami sandwich in ATX than NeWorlDeli. Definitely check out the online menu before you go in, because there's a bit more on it than the one in the store. Order the Rachel, you won't regret it. Also, the sandwiches are HUGE, and that's important to know. Lastly, shout out to the woman who works the counter who recently pretended I didn't come in two days in a row last week. Appreciate your discretion. read more

Delicious food, friendly employees, and a really cool atmosphere! I'll definitely be coming back to try more.

Yummmmyyy. I like NWD a whole lot. My parents actually stopped here when visiting me one Friday. They dropped me off at work, and took my car to do some exploring. That evening, they were raving about this place!!! Best Ruben , they both agreed. A few weeks later, my husband and I stopped by for a quick bite before seeing a show downtown. It was fairly empty for a weekend evening, but there was a performer so there was a crowd around the musician. My husband thought the music was a little too loud, so we tried to sit near the entrance. Since then I have been back with my parents. I love the turkey sandwich with hummus, as well as the veggie sandwich, and the creamy soups. Very delicious. We actually bought some hummus to take home, as well as some chocolate cake. Affordable prices, great ambiance, and the manager (or owner i can't remember) came by and chatted with us. The only reason that New World Deli is getting 4 of 5 stars is because I found one female worker to be very rude and short with us. My mother was asking a lot of questions, and often needed repeating (she is hard of hearing), and I felt as if the worker had no patience or compassion. But overall, great service and very delicious sandwiches. read more

New World Deli is my default eatery because they have a few items I never get sick of. It also helps that they're close by. The place is pretty laid back and the staff isn't overtly friendly, which I like. Although sometimes when the owner is there he's of the overtly friendly variety which is ok but not really for the anti-chat (me). I like the turkey and gruyere sandwich on wheat. It's simple with meat, cheese, bread, tomato lettuce and good mayo but really that's all you need in a good sandwich. My friend likes the rueben which looks intimidating large or the tuna melt. I have noticed that the fries are usually over-salted for my taste. I've also tried their meatloaf and chicken curry sandwiches which are good but pretty run of the mill. Surprisingly, they have fish tacos at dinner which are one of the best in Austin and from a sandwich shop no less. I've had the breaded one and the grilled one. They don't over-bread the fish to mask fish flavor, so they're both delicious. The cabbage and dressing are good but the fish preparation is really what makes for a superb fish taco. It's a four rating because it's good and stable like that friend you never really maintain a day-to-day relationship with but might get invited to their wedding and feel obligated to purchase something off their registry but not obligated enough to attend their wedding. read more

Awesome awesome awesome! What a find!!! I kept delaying trying this place out because there are so many good deli's and it just doesn't sound as exciting as so many of the diverse food options of Austin. Well now i can't believe i waited this long to try it out! I had the cream of spinach soup and it might be the best soup ive ever tasted! The reuben was delicious and perfectly sized. The bread was toasted perfectly and absolutely delicious. Even the french fries were way way above average for restaurant fries! I'm still flabbergasted at how good this place was. Can't wait to go back and try some of the other soups they have (they offered about 6 tonight) as well as the sloppy joes and other sandwhiches. read more

This place has a nice ambience for a deli. The sandwiches are good. It's advisavle to go after 7 PM when there's live music.

You MUST try tuna melt. Just sayin' it's TASTY! Thanks Greg for making a great sandwich!

Crisp, delicious bread w/ quality ingredients. I was craving a reuben, but ventured out for a "Rachel". Incredibly tasty, it did not dissapoint. Ordered a side of hot french fries & they offered a yummy chipotle mayo dipping sauce to try. Yum Yum! Definitely one of my fav spots in Hyde Park & we certainly will be back. read more

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I just had a Rachael (a Reuben with coleslaw instead of sauerkraut) and it is ohmigod slap-your-momma good. Seriously. I want to live in this sandwich. I forced myself to eat only half so I could save the other half for later, but it almost killed me as I smelled it and craved it while I visited with a friend. But I'll be glad later when I can bite into the crunchy rye bread with the juicy (but not too fatty) pastrami with the deliciously melted cheese and fresh, crispy, slightly sweet (just the way I like it) coleslaw. Mmmm-MMMM! Go try it. Now. No, really. RIGHT. NOW. Oh, and by the way - family owned and operated, including the kids in the family. I love the personal touch and creative touches. read more

Nothing really special about the specialty sandwiches. They don't short you on meat, but neither do they go long on taste. So don't let that fool you. The combinations don't really stack up. Probably have to go for the hot stuff next time: like the reuben or maybe the intriguingly named "Sloppy Joes". Get your shit grilled here, methinks. The owner was really friendly. As was the cashier girl and cook dude. Nice zip-line for the orders. But not much of a thrill for the customers... read more

We got a coupon in the mail for buy one get one free entree, so the fam and I decided to give it a go. I used to live near Hyde park and drove by here many a time but hadn't checked it out. We ordered chef and Greek salads which were pretty pricey for what you got, but the food tasted very good and fresh. ( Except for the blue cheese salad dressing, next time I'll stick with the vinaigrette.) We went early, it was 11, but the place was completely empty. It was nicely decorated and spacious with a lot of light. The had about 6 staff, which seemed odd for a really slow time, but maybe service picked up come lunch time. NeWorld has been there for a while. Check it out for breakfasts, sandwiches, salads and soups...or for a special treat, Ive heard that the Sloppy Joe's are outta this world. read more

I really really like NeWorld Deli. I had the turkey pastrami sandwich on Rye bread. I LOVE RYE BREAD! The sandwich is huge and I had to take the other half home. I also split a cup of the broccoli cheddar soup with my boyfriend. It came with 2 small slices of bread. We fought over the soup because it was seriously amazing. I took off one star because the waitress charged us for our sides even though they were supposed to be included. We were using a coupon, so we didn't bother messing with it.... but still, I felt kind of jipped. The sides are $2 a piece when you buy them without a sandwich, which is what she charged us. That's 4 dollars extra added to the bill! Other than that, this place was very yummy and quaint. I'd recommend it. read more