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    Redwood Cafe

    3.2 (158 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Norman J.

    This is a decent little deli in forest hills. I have tried a few of there sandwiches, hot and cold. There grilled chicken breast hero with lettuce mayo American cheese jalapeno peppers is very tasty. I also had a Turkey and American cheese with beef salami hero mayo,which I enjoyed. The staff was friendly and courteous.The wait wasn't long at all .And the price's weren't bad ,I would go back there in the future.

    Brie F.

    I stopped in on a whim because I was tired of eating McDonald's breakfast everyday. Besides wanting to drop a few more lbs before I go back to work I decided to get a healthy breakfast. I thought orders had to be placed with the cashier so I waited on line behind two customers that were in front of me. A woman came in and headed towards the back of the deli. I didn't think much of it until a man appeared and she placed her order. My first thought was this woman cut the line but then I quickly realized that orders are placed at the deli counter and I should move my ass along. I placed a to-go order for both breakfast and lunch. For my breakfast I ordered a lightly toasted whole wheat bagel with butter and jelly. As well as a hazelnut iced coffee. The coffee was good but needed more ice. I love cold drinks. For lunch I ordered a lightly toasted roll with honey turkey, muenster cheese, a little bit of spicy mustard, and a little bit of mayo. The cash register is oddly placed in the middle of the deli where long lines are formed making it sometimes impossible to place your order at the deli counter. I really wish that Redwood Deli would consider renovating so that there's no confusion.

    Been living in this neighborhood for over a decade and I walk past this deli on the way to Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts and other local shops frequently. However, I've only purchased from them less than 5 times the entire time. Here is why. This took place at 6:36am. I'm appreciative that they open by 6am. Wanted something fresh and not precooked like the others. I entered this long walkway all the way to the back. There were already 3 other customers so I figured they were decent. There were 2 cash registers. The one on the right had a sign that said "Order Here" and that's where I stood. Everybody else just ran to the other register to order. I was confused but I'm pretty compliant so I waited. After looking at their website this morning, I decided to order a "Bacon and Egg" on roll x 2. Imagine the response I got? "We don't have eggs here." Not, we are out of eggs or we will get a delivery later. Not, "May I offer you a bagel, muffin or pastry?" "We don't have eggs here." LOL. Attached is a picture from their website where EGGS are readily available. You're a deli, yet you don't have eggs. Look at the pictures shown by other customers. NO eggs? I call bs. Sometimes, you don't know whether to laugh or cry when faced with stupidity. I left empty handed and probably won't be back just as I haven't visited over the past decade.

    The sandwiches OK but they forgot my cheese
    Sakario J.

    Good sandwiches. This company just needs to listen even though everyone has to wear a face mask I'm a little disappointment I had got a sandwich I had ask for everything I have one on a sandwich but they forgot to put cheese who wants to enjoy a sandwich with no cheese unless you're lactose intolerant every sandwich to have a good slice of cheese the man did not hear me through my mask it's OK but there was also a small attitude because he cannot hear every word between my mask and the thick glass! Next time they just need to listen carefully please that's it otherwise than that they are a good business

    Soaked in dressing.
    Luisana I.

    If I wasn't so hungry after waiting an hour and a half for my overly drenched with dressing salad then I wouldn't be eating this. After waiting an hour we contacted Grubhub and they told us the restaurant "accepted the order but forgot to make it" huh! How does that happen. I'm disgusted both by the service and this salad.

    Diana M.

    Came for soup & OJ to beat whatever the heck I'm coming down w/ (& to use the restroom). The gentleman who helped me was friendly with everyone! They seem to know their regulars & ask how everyone is doing, all while moving quickly! Lots a seating, clean establishment, clean rest room.

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    Andy C.

    I came in on what was apparently quiet a busy day during their lunch hour. This must be the place where all them folks from the courthouse and medical offices come to eat. I didn't have trouble finding a table which was a good thing as they can comfortable seat 20 amongst the sofa seats and table pairs. I took advantage of the YELP DEAL ($20 for $30 worth of food/drinks). OR I could have easily use the Yelp check-in deal 10 percent off their 2 sizes (6 oz & 12 oz) of Angus burger. Obviously, you can't use BOTH at the same time. Womp Womp. Service - The service was friendly from the get go while keeping the line swiftly moving. Standard set-up with the cashier towards the front and order from the back. Everyone was wearing sani-gloves as far as the eyes can see = 2 THUMBS UP. A on their Health Code proudly displayed = ANOTHER 2 THUMBS UP. The owner was there I believe taking the orders and he was not only friendly but he pretty much knew the regulars by name as they came into the shop. As I was eating, the owner came up to check on me and how his sandwiches were. Could be because I used a Yelp deal = giveaway as a Yelper... But either way he gave me a coupon for future purchase and a menu. Yes, they deliver as well. The FOOD - I ordered 4 sammies to get a good sense of their sandwich making skills. I must say that the Sausage & Ham sammy that I wanted was unavailable because they ran out of sausage that day...was kind of disappointed after taking 20 minutes to decide on what I wanted to order. 1) Philly Cheese Steak - People seemed to RAVE about this and their Grub star. This sandwich did not disappoint. The steak was nice and tender. The flavor was good but not the best I've had considering I frequent Philly for the real thing often. The bread was nicely semi grilled and the meat filled in between the bread completely as it SHOULD. However, the onions is where my beef lay. The onions was chopped instead of slices like strings which would have been fine except they were towards the BOTTOM of the sammy. This no only muffles the flavors of the onions but there weren't enough onions in it to begin with. A perfect Philly has the onion's acidity on point to counter the salty meat. Raw washed chopped onions would have also been better. A much better way would have been shoe string onions, SLIGHTLY grilled and put on TOP of the Philly cheese steak. The sandwich was good regardless but it could have been great. A MUST TRY. 2) Meatball Parm Hero - This was a top-notch meatball sammy. The meatballs was tender, fresh, and just delish. The mozzarella was fresh and that melty gooeyness was just divine. However, I think there could have been more marinara sauce even if it was a dipping sauce. The bread was soggy and weren't really toasted that well especially for a meatball sandwich. It was also a pinch too salty but that can be adjusted easily. It was perfect otherwise. A MUST TRY. 3) Cuban This was actually better than I expected it to be. I normally don't get Cubans from deli shops but they did an excellent job with the meats and the bread. The flavors popped as they should and I would gladly order this sandwich again when I revisit. Again, this was a pinch too salty but otherwise PERFECT. A MUST TRY. 4) Reuben I would have thought this was their 2nd best sandwich after their Philly but it was not. Unlike the other sammies that were wrapped with sandwich paper and aluminum foil, this sammy came in a aluminum circular take-out box. Okay... From the presentation I would have mistaken it for a messy something or other. It just looks like a huge glob of melted cheese on top of 2 thick layers of corned beef. Pickles on the side. It was served split open for presentation. The bread wasn't the firmest from the get go which is NOT to be confused with stale. Firm simply means grilled or toasted well to give it that crunch factor and to hold the meats firmly in place. The sauerkraut tasted off. Either it wasn't fresh or they intentionally grilled it too much and the acidity was subdued. Either way it wasn't good. The meat was tasty and that was probably about it. SKIP. Overall, this is a great place to grab lunch as they also serve soup aside from sammies. They also sell beer, although I'm not sure if they sell it singularly because all I saw was packs in the fridge. I will ask next time. They close early around 11pm. GOOD option for food for this area. Fan.

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    Been coming here for over 10yrs & it's consistently good. The Italian wrap has always been my fav.

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    We used to order from there before the pandemic. Great sandwiches. Love the Vesuvius hero and the cheesesteak

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    Dan left and the place is going down hill. Food quality isn't as good. The atmosphere isn't as friendly. We miss Dan.

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