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    Shamas Deli

    4.6 (117 reviews)
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    SHAMAS DELI ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Italian Hero
    Don R.

    WOW!! This hidden gem, and its so small feels hidden, is so good. I would give it 10 stars if I could. The owner is so nice and accommodating to tourist. We split the Italian Hero and it was definitely enough for two people. The ingredients are so fresh and plentiful and the prices are amazing!! There isn't a place to sit because it's so small but there is street seating nearby on Times Square

    Taylor T.

    AMAZING! owner is hilarious and full of energy. Wanted a true NYC deli experience and this far exceeded expectations!! prices amazing, quality 10/10, Will definitely visit again next time in NYC.

    Fresh Italian sub and tuna sandwich

    Great little hole in the wall place we stumbled upon on our last day in NYC. Fresh sandwiches, Italian was amazing and tuna was great. Most reasonable priced food we had here as well. Owner was so nice, very interactive and friendly. 10/10 recommended, you will not be disappointed.

    Nice man working on my sandwich!
    Kishaun T.

    Loved this place. People and food were great! It's a small place, but the guy making our sandwich was nice. I was thinking about that sandwich all the way back to Sacramento, California!

    Turkey and cheese sandwich on a roll.
    Cherise H.

    Literal hole in the wall sandwich shop located next to a parking garage. Each sandwich is made with freshly sliced meat. I believe he's the owner and he was a hoot. He appreciates his customers and joked with us while busting out our sandwiches.

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    Marc F.

    If you've ever looked for a hole-in-the-wall joint and found it, it's not a hole-in-the-wall. This place is the absolute definition of the genre. You walk down the street and take a look down at your phone to check where Shama's Deli is, and you've likely already walked right past it. No frills deli with two guys behind the counter, prepping cold cut sandwiches in lockstep. Don't be surprised if a line forms longer than the storefront; service is quick here, and with a smile. Cash only. Deli prices. No frills cold deli sandwiches, no "ocky way" here.

    Over 30 years!

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    4 months ago

    Loved the Italian and Chipotle chicken Hero! Huge sandwiches great price and good service

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    4 months ago

    Great hot pastrami on a roll. Total characters behind the counter! No seating but not needed for a sandwich shop.

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    7 months ago

    Good vibes, good food, good price. My favorite is the Italian hero. Got to check em out when you're in the area!

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    6 months ago

    Amazing customer service and very friendly owner. I would definitely recommend checking this place out.

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    1 year ago

    We had the Pastrami, Tuna and Chicken sandwich and all of them were delicious! Quick service and very affordable

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    8 months ago

    Hole in the wall that offers delicious, fresh and reasonable deli sandwiches with a warm smile. Recommend highly

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    1 year ago

    Super friendly and amazing food! Highly recommended! Best little hole in the wall near Times Square

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    11 months ago

    The pastrami sandwich was delicious! Would definitely recommend visiting. Johnny was great -Sam & Kimia

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    1 year ago

    Been going here almost 3 years. Great service, people, and food. Chic Salad is great!

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    1 year ago

    Johnny is the best. awesome sandwich, great service. customized BLTs for two very happy kids!

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    1 year ago

    Great food and great staff!! He was nice a helpful to us tourist. The owner has been doing it for 30+ years.

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    2 years ago

    From Texas and the sandwiches were great, cost was reasonable, and friendly friendly local business owner.

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