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    R T Smiths

    4.5 (57 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis
    Open 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    My egg white hot mess omelet!! 5 stars!
    Julie C.

    This is a wonderful locally owned deli and restaurant serving until 2 pm and while traveling through Roanoke Virginia I decided to give it a try. It was recommended by the hotel I was staying at for great breakfast and brunch foods. They were not kidding. First off, friendly is the key ingredient to a successful biz and they have that. They know their customers by name and if they don't know your name they are still kind and personal! I ordered the HOT MESS with egg whites and it was outstanding. The Gouda cheese really made it standout packed with all the meat you could ask for. Coffee??? DELICIOUS. not sure what brand or brand they use, but it's a smooth delightful roast! Worth the trip in to try!

    THE CHAMP.  This recommendation did NOT disappoint. Plenty of ingredients and a great flavor. 7" sub was enough for me to have 2 meals.

    This would be a go-to place all the time if I lived and worked in Roanoke. Was passing through the area and this rolled up quickly with a search for sandwiches. Pay to park is the lot next door and makes it easier access as downtown parking could be challenging. The people working were pleasant and had recommendations. There is deli meat available too. A few tables available if you want to eat there. Clean and welcoming. Loved the Champ sandwich.

    steak and cheese
    VyVy V.

    A NYC style deli in Southwestern VA! First off, the staff is super friendly right as you walk through the door. There's a bunch of different breakfast and food items to choose from. They told us that almost any variation can be done if asked. The man that helped us even said they've done a meatball omelette by request before but he doesn't recommend ordering one. We went here specifically for the steak and cheese sandwich. We shared one and they were cut into quarters but I felt like my half of the sandwich could've been a full portion! I loved the bread that they used. The cheese came out extra gooey.

    WW2 USA #VET 's fámily  owners who are worthy of our loyalty,  love , admirátion, praise, & appreciation always.

    My favorite, from the #CLINTON family owners to the #FOOD , #COFFEE , #FREE #WIFI , & everything in between!

    Cut the 16" into fourths- perfect!!
    Mark V.

    This place makes GREAT SANDWICHES, both breakfast and lunch. I ordered a 16" sub with Italian cold cuts, red peppers onions and provolone and a drizzle. Only ate half, but it was so good I thought about it the rest of the day. Cold cuts were fresh, spicy capicola was delish- good bite with the peppers and onions, Friend got a sausage and egg breakfast sandwich, and he said it was the best he'd ever had. Both breads were crunchy outside, and soft and fluffy inside. I would get another sandwich in a heartbeat. Great job!!

    Feed me!
    Steph B.

    A great deli and really friends helpful staff. I am taking a leap and giving this place 4 stars based on one visit. I liked it so much that I couldn't wait. They can't have five until I have seen more of their fare. New York "style" is easy to say but hard to fake. Having lived in the South for over 18 years now, I am always homesick for New York pizza, bagels and deli sandwiches. Oh, and hot dogs. R.T. Smith is a deli where you can build your own or buy a pre-designed sandwich or hero. You're not going to find a long list of predesigns, but they have a good selection of meats, cheeses and sides to build your own monster. The manager told me his goal was to make his sandwiches the last meal his patron's need for the day. I believe it. The Pike so filled me that I was not hungry later. By checking in with Yelp I was rewarded with three free cookies. I took two peanut butter and one chocolate chip. Yum. The coleslaw did not impress me but then it was the milky type and I'm more of a cabbage salad person. All in all I was happy eating here and will return.

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    Troy B.

    My wife and I were in town for work and wanted a sandwich shop but not a chain store like subway. We found this little place. This is a very nice deli. The staff were super friendly and nice. They have lots of sandwich options and you can even make your own. They cut the meat per sandwich order or at least they did the day we were there. I had the Rueben on marble rye and my wife had the Madison.. a turkey sandwich with apple slices. Both were very good. They appear to do a lot of take out as there were only 5 tables set up. The order came out quickly and they wrap any leftover sandwich you take with you. The deli was very clean and well lit. The only issue someone may run into is parking. We dont know the downtown area well, so we parked in a pay to park place. However, there is a paid parking lot right next to the deli so it was very easy to get there for the parking lot. I am looking forward to going back and trying something else! Definitely give this place a try.

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    Enjoyed a pretty solid lox bagel this morning called "The Ira". I like how clean cut the sandwich was too.

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    This might be the best place in the world. Perfect sandwich. So good man! Cool vibe to. They are never open tho so that sucks.

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    Great sandwich shop across from Center in the Square with a great variety! Not many tables for eat in diners.

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    Every time I come to Roanoke I head to RT's for a Lox on an everything bagel. Delicious! I wish I lived closer!

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    Always a pleasure. I am here for the meatball sub special. Juicy and flavorful. Excellent bread.

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    Would not return. Only customers in the shop. Both sandwiches made incorrectly. No acknowledgement or apology for error.

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    Delicious sandwiches and super friendly staff. Not the fanciest venue but who tf cares.

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    New Yorker Delicatessen & Restaurant - Half of a Submarine with Slaw, Onion and Peppers.

    New Yorker Delicatessen & Restaurant

    3.7(140 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    OK, I feel like everyone in town loves this place, including myself. They finally accept debit…read morecards, which is amazing. The amount of food you get for your dollar they are feels like we are still in the 1990s. You can totally fill up on less than 10 bucks. I love the Kosher Klub German potato salad. It's always been my toe but recently, I've tried the submarine. And my oh my it is phenomenal.

    The New Yorker Delicatessen is practically a landmark in the Star City of Roanoke, Virginia,…read more providing Quality Subs, Deli Meats, and other delicious items at very reasonable prices. I never got to visit it before Covid. But after Covid the dining room is no longer in operation and the Deli is Open for Take Out orders only. Their menu has been practically the same for 30 years, but now they accept credit cards for payment as well as cash. They have one of the largest parking lots of a restaurant located on Williamson Road. Yet it is never full anymore because now the restaurant is Open for Take Out orders only. Nevertheless, after all these years, I was looking forward to going in and discovering what was inside that has continue to attract such a large clientele to the restaurant. With a beautiful Art Deco-Ish Restaurant sign on its parking lot, that entice you to drive in; the architectural solid design of the building structure seems to be reflecting how solid this business continues to be in spite all it has gone through during the Civid era. The restaurant's building design contained many brown bricks as well as tiles making it look warm and solid. As one entered through two larged open doors, the first thing one saw was refrigerated display cases with Deli meats and other food items such as potato salad, cheese cakes. One of their employees greeted me with a smile behind the counter and even though I had a small menu of the place, she showed me a large version of the menu located on one of the walls, when I told her this was my first time here. The decor was very simple with chips filling all the all the wooden shelves around, a framed large portrait of the deceased founder of the restaurant, and many award certificates that the restaurant had won through the years. I ordered a Cheese Dog to go, because of the quality look of the hot dogs stored inside the refrigerator display case up front. And also an Onion Wheel, that had Corned Beef, Pastrami, and Imported Swiss, Served with Lettuce and Onions on a Buttered Onion Roll. For dessert I ordered a slice of their famous Cheesecake made in-house and a Chocolate Bomb. A dessert that I had for the first time at a local Italian Restaurant. Made with chocolate mousse in the center and other layers of chocolate all around, it is one of my favorites desserts ever. When I approached the cashier counter to pick up my order and to pay for it, a very welcoming and friendly lady who seemed to be the manager of the restaurant talked to me a little bit about the history about the restaurant and about its founder and his wife. From there I also got to see the dining area, that even though it was not used at the moment, gave you a sense of how the restaurant looked when it had eat in service. The food items were all reasonably priced. They sandwiches bread was soft and fresh and well toasted. And the deli meats, cheese, and other ingredients were served in generous portions, and amazingly delicious. And the slice of Dill Pickle was a nice touch to the eating experience. The desserts were also amazing, from the Cheesecake made in-house to the Chocolate Bomb who I would definitely return just for this alone. Even though I missed the inside the restaurant dining experience, I definitely highly recommend the amazing food and extraordinary customer service received. Great place to Order Out food for a family gathering or a special occasion party or event.

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    New Yorker Delicatessen & Restaurant - The Interior of the Delicatessen Restaurant that now serves Take Out Orders only.

    The Interior of the Delicatessen Restaurant that now serves Take Out Orders only.

    New Yorker Delicatessen & Restaurant - Devil's Delight: Salami, Pepperoni, Provolone Cheese Topped with Hot Peppers and Special Delight Sauce. Served on a Muffin.

    Devil's Delight: Salami, Pepperoni, Provolone Cheese Topped with Hot Peppers and Special Delight Sauce. Served on a Muffin.

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    Mike's Deli

    Mike's Deli

    4.1(27 reviews)
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    Delis are a dime a dozen, but sometimes in those rare moments in life, like finding a needle in a…read morehaystack, one encounters a priceless one, and that is precisely what happened to me when I discovered Mike's Deli. This very popular American deli in the Hollins area of Roanoke, Virginia came to my attention through word of mouth, and I couldn't resist to put aside some time to go have lunch there, and experience first hand what a one-of-a-kind deli is all about. When I arrived, I parked my Lexus in a parking space right in front of the deli. Even though it was established in 2012, its physical building looked like new with clean red bricks and a beautiful French window on the right of its freshly painted blue door, and an equally beautiful Bay window on the left, leading to the dining room. Inside, the owner Mike personally greeted and welcomed me with open arms. His friendly and cheerful personality made me feel at home right away. The place had a basic, clean, and unpretentious environment. It's dining room had blue tables with comfortable chairs, and positive, noble words on its wall like: "Thankful," "Blessed," and "Love conquers all things." The menu featured a wonderful, unique variety of hot and cold submarines, sandwiches, and homemade sides. Such as "The Farmhouse," a house specialty with chicken salad, crispy bacon, and creamy Russian dressing. Their homemade desserts such as Baklava and Banana Pudding looked delicious as they were displayed next to a variety of others. After looking at their menu, I ordered a Lemonade to drink, a Ruben Sandwich to eat, and a homemade Banana Pudding for dessert. The sandwich was exquisite, the drink was refreshing, and the dessert was truly amazing. And the service by the owner himself was extraordinary. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and its food, and highly recommend you give them a visit. I can assure you, you'll be forever grateful you did. I can't wait to return and try one of their other unique sandwiches on the menu.

    Delicious sub at a reasonable price! The Bacon Cheeser Pleaser hit the spot and the Baklava was…read morefresh & delicious. The owner was friendly and down to earth. A welcoming environment and clean dining space. This place is a Roanoke original under the current ownership for 20 years. Was a short walk or shuttle ride from Southern Team where I was waiting on an oil change.

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    Mike's Deli
    Mike's Deli - The deli front with my Lexus parked right in front.

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    The deli front with my Lexus parked right in front.

    Joe's Delicatessen

    Joe's Delicatessen

    4.7(76 reviews)
    6.7 mi
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    Nothing presumptuous about this hole in the wall deli located in a clean, small space, with hardly…read moreany decorations at all. Just a brochure menu with this saying on the cover: "Generous portions, made fresh, specifically for you." After being awarded the NC Triad Yelp Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Joe's Deli, in Salem, Virginia, is a perfect example. Located right next to the City of Salem Farmer's Market and its parking lot, where you can conveniently park for up to two hours, enough time to park and walk across the street to Joe's Deli to have something to eat.While I was walking, I noticed a mural with a rendition of people eating at Joe's Deli painted on the side of the building, which I found very interesting. Once inside, during around lunch time, the restaurant was modern and clean with a minimalist decor. The dining area had both regular size and high tables and chairs, and also a small bar counter with a large screen TV and a framed American Flag under it. On the wall leading to the ordering counter there was a poster with a QR code to be able to skip the line by ordering online on their website. Next to this there was another poster with the Roanoke College Wrestling schedule for the season. The atmosphere here was incredibly warm and inviting, making for a really comfortable experience. On top of that, this was by far one of the cleanest delis I've ever visited; it's clear they take take great take great pride in their space. I waited in line as a lady in front of me was making her order at the ordering counter and a gentleman was waiting standing up for his take-out order. While I waited I took a menu brochure from the counter and planned what to order. When it was my turn to order, a friendly lady greated me at the ordering counter and answered some questions that I had about what I was planning to order. I ordered a Reuben Pastrami that came on a white rye bread, and included a bag of chips. To drink I ordered a Pepsi since they carried Pepsi products. When my order was ready they called my name and I went to pick it up. The sandwich came wrapped in a nice, heavyweight waxed sandwich paper. When I opened it at my table, the sandwich was humongous, filled with a generous amount of quality Pastrami, Swiss cheese, Sauerkraut, and Thousand Island on a white rye bread, and was toasted. It was amazingly delicious! So much so that I went back and complimented the owner and chef of the restaurant, in person through the window that led to the kitchen. I highly recommend this deli for breakfast or lunch. For they have the qualities of a great Delicatessen, focusing on quality ingredients, generous portions, and excellent service.

    The pastrami was amazing. Everything you want in a deli. The staff was friendly and very helpful…read more Food was amazing.

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    Joe's Delicatessen - The Pepsi products Softdrinks machine.

    The Pepsi products Softdrinks machine.

    Joe's Delicatessen - My order placed on my table.

    My order placed on my table.

    Joe's Delicatessen - The building of the Deli with the mural on the outside wall.

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    The building of the Deli with the mural on the outside wall.

    The Brambleton Deli - The Mini Corn Dogs with a bowl of ketchup and mustard on the side.

    The Brambleton Deli

    3.5(82 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$

    This was my very first time dining here, but after successfully purchasing a beautiful 2022 Lexus…read moreES 350 at Brambleton Imports, I sort of have developed an interest in many of the businesses located on Brambleton Ave. After being awarded the Triad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Brambleton Deli in Roanoke, Virginia, is the perfect example. So today, I decided to have dinner here and try it out. Arriving a little before six, their front parking lot was already full. Luckily the parking lot continues around the side.of their building and into the back where it turns into an even larger parking lot. After parking my car in a safe spot, I walked to the front of the restaurant and entered through the front door after passing by their outdoor dining patio. There was already a long line of customers waiting to be seated. But with patience the friendly hostess got to me and brought me to one of the booths of the place. My friendly server Kelty soon arrived to greet me and take my order. To drink I ordered a Sweet Ice Tea. As an appetizer I wanted to have their Mini Corn Dogs but they were so many for one person that the server suggested I have the Kids Mini Corn Dog as appetizer and I did. For my main course I had their Pork Barbecue Platter, with Pit Cooked Pork, Cole Slaw and Onion Rings as side items. The 6 mini corn dogs were delicious, crunchy on the outside and soft in the inside, and having them made the wait shorter. The BBQ sauce came on the side. While the food was cooking my server came by to check on.me and give me a refill of Sweet Ice Tea. I asked her about where the bar was and she told me on the other side.of the restaurant and that some nights they have live music there. I figured if it was so crowded today on those nights it must really be crowded. By this time the food was ready and brought to my booth. The Pork was fresh and juicy, and after I spread the BBQ sauce over it, it was even better, the Onion Rings and Cole Slaw were also very good. And the Reese's Peanut Butter Pie was outstanding. After I paid the bill, I went for a walk to see the bar and the area where they play live music some nights. On the other side of the restaurant and next to the bar, this other dining area is more elegant and stylist in part for the quality of the furniture and lighting treatment. Can't wait to come again some night with a group of friends to listen to the live music. I definitely recommend this place as somewhere to go and spend some quality time in a relaxed environment, with good food at reasonable prices and to top it off live entertainment.

    Always great food, great service and a lot of fun. Whether…read moreyou are with family or meeting friends you can count on a nice time.

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    The Brambleton Deli - The bar area dining room.

    The bar area dining room.

    The Brambleton Deli - A picture is worth a thousand words. You can almost taste this mini corn dog.

    A picture is worth a thousand words. You can almost taste this mini corn dog.

    The Brambleton Deli - The lighting treatment around the bar is extraordinary.

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    The lighting treatment around the bar is extraordinary.

    Roanoke Natural Foods - The entrance of the Downtown Roanoke Co-op.

    Roanoke Natural Foods

    4.5(15 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    The Roanoke Co+op is Southwest Virginia's largest food co-op. And this year they are celebrating…read moretheir 50th year anniversary. Since 1975 they have been serving the Roanoke Valley community. Located in Center In The Square, in the heart of Downtown Roanoke, it's a Market featuring natural grocery staples and organic-focused produce, along with prepared foods and grab-and-go options. It also accepts SNAP/EBT for its prepared foods. Besides this Roanoke Downtown location, it has another much larger community-owned grocery store in Grandin Village. This co-op has over 6,200 owners. They welcome everyone in the community as well as visiting tourists to shop there. And if you wish you too can become an owner by filling out an application and by making a one-time purchase of 8 ownership shares at $200 or paying for your shares one at a time in 8 installments of $25 each within an 8 year period. Owners receive benefits such as Owner Rewards, Patronage Rebates, Vote in their annual Board of Directors elections, eligibility to run for an open seat on the Board of Directors, and an invitation to the Annual Co-op Meeting. Today, I visited their Downtown Roanoke location. The employee on duty allowed me to explore the grocery store and take photographs to accompany my review. The store was very clean and organized, and although it was a bit late, early in the morning its suppliers bring in fresh merchandise, and make sure to fill up all its shelves spaces. In the past, I had purchased many items from this store. In the Summer, I would sometimes get a grab-and-go salad and either go sit at one of the tables that they put out in the Center In The Square or to the ones in the Market Building, and eat it with the salad dressing that it includes inside. Their hot Soup of the day is also very tasty and popular, and I've enjoyed a bowl many times. A while ago they experimented by selling Roanoke t-shirts and due to popular demand they now carry a nice variety of them for both locals and tourists who like taking one home with them as a souvenirof the Star City of Roanoke. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the quality merchandise they sell here. I definitely highly recommend this grocery store to all who want to eat healthy and support locally sourced products.

    Strolling through the market I ran across Roanoke Natural Foods…read more I browsed a bit and found them pricey. A manager was stocking shelves and struck up a conversation. He was friendly and I appreciated the assistance. I ended up grabbing an apple for my walk. Checkout was friendly and smooth. I would return.

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    Roanoke Natural Foods - Located in The Center In The Square. In the heart of Downtown Roanoke, near the Historic Roanoke City Market Building.

    Located in The Center In The Square. In the heart of Downtown Roanoke, near the Historic Roanoke City Market Building.

    Roanoke Natural Foods - Here you can get a sense of the wide counters under a roof for local farmers, merchants, and craftsmen, to sell their items on Saturday.

    Here you can get a sense of the wide counters under a roof for local farmers, merchants, and craftsmen, to sell their items on Saturday.

    Roanoke Natural Foods - The clean and organized space with a great variety of healthy products.

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    The clean and organized space with a great variety of healthy products.

    McAlister's Deli

    McAlister's Deli

    3.3(61 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    I have not been to a McAllister in forever! But I've always liked and when I saw wanted to try…read more No issues with parking by the building and the area was clean. Upon walking in on a Saturday afternoon it was surprisingly dead. The dining room was clean. Service is by counter and was friendly. I got a veggie with side of cup of chili. My order came out within 10 minutes, or so. Everything was really good! Definitely recommend checking them out.

    Sometimes during these cold Winter nights one feels like staying home and ordering out food…read moredelivery. While on DoorDash the other night I felt like having a sandwich, so I looked under the Sandwiches category and McAlister Deli came up. This called to mind one time they had in their menu one of the most delicious sandwiches that I have ever had at a deli: The Cuban Sandwich 12". It had tangy Pulled Pork, Black Forest Ham, and Swiss Cheese with Yellow Mustard and Pickles served on a Toasted Baguette. It was so good that every time I ordered out, I kept on ordering this sandwich at McAlister Deli. Then all of a sudden one day when I went to their website at DoorDash I noticed it was missing from the menu there. I contacted the restaurant manager to inquire as to why it was missing. She agreed with me that this was one of their most delicious sandwiches, but told me that sometimes Corporate changes the menu and removes some items, and that in the future they can also bring it back. So I thanked her for her feedback and told her to look at her records and see all the times that I had purchased this sandwich from their Deli, since actions speak louder than words. I then contacted their corporate office to inquire as well and they gave me the same answer. So I had to resign myself to be without that sandwich anymore and stay just with the memories of how good it had tasted when I was fortunate enough to have tried it. Tonight, when I was looking for sandwich places to order a sandwich delivered. I said to myself (since I'm a person of high Hope), let me look at the McAlister Deli site and see if by any chance (although many of times I had repeated this action with no results) they had brought it back. After all, in this Holiday Season anything is possible for those who believe. And you wouldn't guess what happened next. Right there, in their menu, was my favorite sandwich, that I had wished for for so long. Needless to say, I went and ordered it right away through DoorDash without even thinking to go to their website and ordering it from there like I used to. As I waited, I thought of how some things in life are priceless, without being expensive. And how maybe a simple request from one person can make a big difference in an important decision as if to bring it back. But for whatever reason it was back, and once again, McAlister Deli's became one of my favorites restaurants because of this. I followed the progression of the DoorDasher through their app until "headed your way." Then very soon the doorbell rang and the DoorDasher delivered my sandwich, which arrived well-wrapped and in perfect condition. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the quality of McAlister food. Needless to say that when I've eaten at their restaurant they have had friendly and welcoming employees who have provided me with excellent customer service, in a clean and cozy environment. The Cuban Sandwich 12" was amazingly delicious, just like always. The combination of all of its fresh ingredients and the baguette made it delicious. The only thing missing was that it wasn't toasted. As you all know, part of the secret of a successful Cuban Sandwich is this. Which involves using a sandwich press or a heavy skillet to compress and grill the sandwich until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted. It's a distinctive step that gives the sandwich its signature crust and is essential to what makes it a true Cuban sandwich. I truly hope that when the management of the restaurant reads this review, they take steps to see that this doesn't happen again. And knowing them, I'm sure it won't. Because this is the attention to detail that makes the big difference.

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    Donnie D’s Bagels and Deli

    4.1(89 reviews)
    10.2 mi
    $

    Great bagels, and great service! I ordered the bacon, egg, and cheese on the egg bagel and it was…read moredelicious. So good I had to buy a dozen!

    One of my favorite treats, especially for breakfast, is a freshly made New York Style Bagel with…read morecream cheese. It not only tastes good but it seems to energize me. Years ago, on Saturday mornings, before I went to teach my College Psychology class, I would stop at a bakery and had a bagel with cream cheese. They were so good. Today, after hearing so much about this place, I decided to go and try their Bagels out. After being awarded the Triad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Donnie D's Bagels & Deli in Daleville, Virginia, is the perfect example. When I arrived I was aware that their Roanoke, Virginia location had been through a fire and was in the process of renovation. When they first opened I was one of the first ones there trying out their bagels and watching them make them. I invite you to go read my review and see my photographs accompanying it. Their bagels were so good that I missed them and that is why I came to this location to see if they also made them here. I was under the impression that they also made their own bagels here. But it seems that their bagel operation was done in their Roanoke location and they were sent here. Because one of the things they had here was a sign that said that while they were renovating their other location in Roanoke, they were having their bagels shipped from a bakery in New Jersey. What they were making here were their biscuits. When I arrived, I was very impressed with this small but cozy, little deli and bagel shop. The fist thing you see is a display case with lots of bagels of all kinds. The bagels looked big and plumpy. I walked over to the ordering counter and a friendly young lady greeted me and when I asked her about the bagels, told me the story I just wrote about above. Since I was here already I ordered a Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese and a bottle of Starbucks Cold Caffè Mocha. The bagel was good but not as good as Donnie D's, which I still remember when I had one at their Roanoke location. It was warm, crispy on the outside and nice and soft in the inside. I also had an opportunity of seeing the trays of their biscuits made on the premises and they also looked good. I definitely recommend this place to stop for breakfast or lunch. They have quality products, a warm and cozy ambiance, an excellent customer service.

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    Donnie D’s Bagels and Deli - Very clean, small, and cozy place.

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    Very clean, small, and cozy place.

    R T Smiths - delis - Updated May 2026

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