So, airport food is never great...and prices are inflated...so the task becomes picking the best of the mediocre and overpriced options available. For anyone from out of town reading this, the real Shapiro's on Meridian is amazing. Please go there if you're in town long enough to do so. The airport version emphasizes speed which I understand to an extent. The bagels are good, but the eggs for the breakfast sandwiches are precooked discs...when I saw the server reach into a bin to pull one out for my sandwich, I almost changed my order, but things were moving fast and my brain was not yet moving fast pre-coffee at 5AM. My egg and cheese bagel sandwich wasn't bad as I think at least the eggs hadn't been in the bin long enough at 5AM to get rubbery. The coffee is fine: it's self serve, but hot and caffeinated which is what one needs for a before dawn flight. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Egg bacon and cheese bagel - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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The ingredients tasted super fresh and the service was fast and friendly. However, the bread was a little stiff, and for the price, I would have wanted a little more wow factor. However, it's in an airport so I had to factor that in. It's not a dine-in type place, so I don't have much else on the ambiance. Overall, it was a decent meal. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Turkey sandwich - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Buyer beware! The macaroni they sell here is NOT the macaroni you get at their deli on Meridian. Supremely disappointed with my airport experience. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Mac-N-Cheese. May as well be store bought from a box. It's not THE Shapiro's macaroni. - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Oh gosh, Shapiro's was out of so many things when I visited on a weekend around dinner time. No sides at all, no croissants, no corn beef. So I got a smoked turkey sandwich on wheat bread, and it was very tasty, but it might have tasted better on a croissant! I wouldn't know, though, because again, they were out of croissants. The smoked turkey is not slices of turkey breast, but instead pre-sliced deli turkey. Everyone was so slow here when I visited. It took me a good 20 minutes to get my sandwich! I guess don't visit Shapiro's if you're in a hurry. read more

The sandwiches are good and freshly made to order. Salads are premade and delivered daily. Out of the two employees, the one making the sandwiches was nice. The one getting the drinks and ringing us up seemed angry to be there. Not friendly at all. read more

There was a fat girl in the back spitting eating and sweating on the food in the back I saw it with my eyes but I had The corn beef sandwitch was good though. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

great bakery here. Pastrami on rye not the same because they are making the loaf of rye smaller, therefore, your sandwich is smaller. That's disappointing and doesn't click with their "Serve generously people will come" motto, especially at $21.00. read more

"What's the pastrami like here?" "I don't know, I've not eaten anything here." When the cashier gives you that response, that's called a red flag. The best pastrami sandwiches in the country go for $20. That's what Shapiro's in the airport charges. Hence, my question. If you think your pastrami is worth $20, your cashier better be singing it's praises. Opted for the roast Turkey sandwich. A cafeteria-style offering on dry, wheat bread with discount Swiss cheese, that wasn't really Swiss cheese. $15. For a dry turkey sandwich. Shapiro's: reinforcing Indy airport's reputation as the worst airport food in the nation. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Dry wheat bread. Good for pond ducks, not for people. - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

What, are you kidding? Alleged deli that only serves l sausage sandwiches or bagels without lox before noon or something I don't know. Horrible way to grease somebody that just got a goddamn redeye. read more

The Pastrami Reuben was delicious, but once ordered, it was a bit of a struggle for the sandwich to be made properly. I live in New York where it's a given that a Reuben Sandwich consists of Pastrami, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, grilled on Rye Bread with cole slaw, brown mustard, Russian Dressing and pickle on the side. At the main Shapiro's is downtown Indy, they always want to debate that "the Reuben is a corned beef sandwich!" Pastrami, I counter, to wit, is a form of corned beef. The dim, but lovable, dipshit behind the counter at the Indianapolis International Airport Shapiro's was at an almost total loss. My order for the $23 was accompanied by my before the fact $4 tip "To Insure Proper Service." The incentive alas went unheeded. First attempt at service entailed Pastrami and Swiss on untoasted Rye - my request for brown mustard and Thousand Is dressing on the side apparently contributed to the confusion. After sending the the cold, still wrapped sandwich back for toasting, I was shocked to sit down and discover no kraut to be found anywhere between the now lightly browned slices of bread! A second visit yielded a topping of the required kraut and a third trip garnered a pickle. The sandwich maker sheepishly non-apologized that my pastrami request confused him. "Don't you know how to make a Reuben?" queried his more experienced co-worker. Once complete the sandwich was tasty, despite Shapiro's worst efforts. read more

Overpriced and underwhelming. Roast beef was very fatty. Only decent thing was the rye bread. Service was unprofessional.

Stopped at Shapiro's this morning around 6am. Long line, but moved quick. Bagel was ready as we were ordering. Decided on a sausage, egg, & cheese bagel, only gave 4 stars because despite 2 signs listing they had mustard they told me they did not. This was super disappointing as the bagel was super dry. Trying to be positive and be grateful it wasn't super greasy either but some mustard or Mayo would have earned them another star. A bit pricey, about $10 but if I was in this gate again without anything open I would consider eating here again. read more

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On my way home to avoid a snowstorm I stopped to grab some breakfast at Shapiro's. It was really busy but I had time before my flight so I waited. And waited. Not like me to wait but whatever. When I got waited on all I ordered as a buttered bagel and a water. $9.53 later I leave only to realize I didn't get a receipt. I walked back in to learn they couldn't give me one. I was promised they would email it to me but they didn't. The bagel was good. No complaints. They just didn't have enough help. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - customers at the counter - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Terrible service at terminal B. Your employees don't get along. Not to mention out of eggs at 6:30am.

Again Dane issue this location needs to get ours supplies or close as it does not serve its purpose with we don't have most of the menu constantly read more

Wanted a Rueben and stood in line for 10 minutes while five employees stood around acting busy. At no time did any of them address me or ask if they could help. Yet another reason airport restaurants largely suck. No management and zero care for the customer read more

The tuna salad sandwich was actually delicious! The salad wasn't just tuna and mayo, there were also pieces of celery and relish in there (and it seemed like maybe egg?) that added some flavour and texture. I had it with 1000 Island dressing which was great, and thankfully they didn't slather the dressing on - just a light coating on the bread. Even though they loaded up the sandwich with filling, the slices of bread weren't huge, so $14 was pretty expensive for a simple deli sandwich, although obviously you expect to overpay at an airport. The cashier here was super nice and made my morning with how cheerful she was. I also appreciated that they broke out the tuna salad for me at 10:27 when lunch technically starts at 10:30. The line moved pretty quickly too. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Tuna Salad on Rye - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I love deli foods, so I decided to eat here for lunch as I wait for my plane to arrive. Social distancing, and masks are a must. I ordered a tuna sandwich, on white bread with a soda and chips. I love potato salad, so I selected that as well. This deli is pretty pricy, so I was hoping the food would be delicious. Well the food was ok. :-/ The tuna was delicious, but the bread was hard. I end up eating 1/2 the sandwich, with not eating any of the bread. The other 1/2 is in my bag. I didn't eat the potato chips yet. The potato had tooo much mustard in it. I was really disappointed. I give this deli a 3 since the female employees were really nice, and assisted if needed with the selections. Next time, I'll select soup, which I really wanted. read more

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Sad excuse for edible/presentable food. Spent $30 on a bagel sandwich and 2 pieces of dry toast, rubber ribbon bacon that resembled elastic! Food practices unhygienic. Threw it all away. Every employee was yelling and swearing at each other!!! I started telling people entering to go somewhere else. If I could give them 0 stars I would read more

The rating is based on paying $20 for a basic Ruben and the meat was very fatty. Was unable to eat half the sandwich. The employee was brand new and left on her own. Avoid this option when traveling through IND. read more

Shapiro's Deli at the airport is a nice feature at the airport if you just want a sandwich or salad on the go while waiting for your flight. This is nothing compared to the original location on S. meridian st., since it is in the airport, but it has the same style and main menu items that you would get at the original location. The service is very good and professional. They take good care in preparation for your sandwich or salad. The ambiance is nothing spectacular or to write home about, but is nice and offers a seating area for you to sit down and enjoy your sandwich or salad. I ordered the chicken salad sandwich and a side of potato salad. Both were amazing and tasted spectacular!! They were very fresh as well! Shapiro's Deli uses nothing but the freshest ingredients in preparation for their sandwiches and salads. When I am at the airport, I try to stop at the deli for a sandwich while waiting for my flight, because I know I am going to enjoy it and get my money's worth. I highly recommend Shapiro's Deli if you go to the airport and want something to eat. It is wonderful. read more

10-13-24 I stopped for lunch at the Meridian street location. I was disappointed with the hot pastrami on rye bread. There was fat in every bite and the bread was dried out end pieces. This was an expensive sandwich $20.50. The restaurant is not of the same quality as when it was managed by the late Mr. Shapiro. read more

Our 2nd bad experience at the airport. Today they did NOT have potato salad or slaw, & staff acted like customers were bothering them. The last time it was 15 minutes after they were supposed to open but staff refused to let customers in while they stood around talking (not a meeting). Shake Shack next door got our business (& was cheaper). Downtown Shapiro's is still good. read more

Absolutely love Shapiros. Don't get there often as we are 200 miles r/t but NEVER disappointed. Food has always been spot on. I normally get Pastrami (or sometimes corned beef/pastrami) and husband loves corned beef. With dessert and sides. Never, ever, have seen them out of anything. Highly recommend. read more

Airports seldom have highlights because, well because they are airports. Is this place overpriced because it is in an airport -- of course it is. But, for years and years now, whenever my wife and I fly out of Indianapolis, we grab a couple of sandwiches from Shapiro's to either eat on the plane or even to take home after our flight. Our go-to meals are pastrami on rye for me and corned beef on rye for her, plus two orders of potato salad. Bread is always fresh. Sandwich sizes are always large. Meat is always flavorful and moist. And the potato salad is the best ever anywhere anytime. When we then open our sack on the plane, jealous eyes immediately fall upon us. Shapiro's almost makes being at an airport palatable. read more

Sometimes it doesn't take much to make one's day, but this did it for me. I absolutely love a nice, fresh bagel, especially when it is prepared right. I totally despise those lousy Thomas' bagels or the other brands you get from the grocery store that are solid and like little hardened loaves of old bread. This bagel was fresh. Soft and very flavorful and would be a treat for any bagel snob...like me. The addition of an egg, bacon, and cheese topped it off and made me like this place a lot. Yes, this will be my choice of breakfast the next time I pass through Indianapolis, which is actually coming up later this month. The service was quick and friendly and the price was just right for the quality you get, especially from an airport deli. So, thank you, Shapiro's Delicatessen and I'll be back soon. Nice job. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Egg, Bacon, & Cheese Bagel $8.49 (Sep19) - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Not bad at all! I was looking forward to some matzah ball soup before my flight home but unfortunately they did not have any soup, even though it is on their menu. I ordered the chicken salad sandwich with a side of potato salad. I really enjoyed the chicken salad and would totally order it again. My husband had the Rueben and really enjoyed it. We each had a bag of chips as well. I went up after to request pickles which were provided upon asking. I feel like a pickle should be given with each sandwich automatically especially considering the amount you pay for a sandwich! read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This is a must stop when I am visiting family in Indy. Sure, there is an airport kiosk that will service you in a pinch but, go to the original. read more

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I started to get a sandwich here but there was meat stuck in the deli meat slicer. No telling how long it had been there and just looked gross. I ended up buying a bottled soda and the cashier was friendly. ‍ read more

It was a waste of my time and money. We ordered 2 sandwiches. My pastrami was beyond disappointing. Side dishes were so expensive and below average. Not going back again! read more

Portions keep getting smaller along with ingredients. I'll start going some place else read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Breakfast bowl - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Heard good things about this place so i finally went to try it. Had their rueben sandwich and it was very good. However, it was a one time thing for me as the sandwich alone is $21. It is big but not overwhelming big where it should be that much. The deli style of the restaurant is also cool but can be confusing at first if you've never been. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - Rueben sandwich - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Tried the famous corn beef sandwich - added a little extra thousand island, and I can see why the rumors started! Pretty good! Rye bread tasted pretty fresh. Obviously a bit pricey due to it being in the airport, but for something that is classic to Indianapolis, I was happy to pay the amount. They cut the meat right in front of you (think of a deli counter at a grocery store) - the lady said that it's 6oz of meat per sandwich. I'll definitely stop and get the roast beef the next time through. read more

Shapiro's Delicatessen - "Famous" corned beef sandwich - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Was planning to get lunch here before my flight. I was walking in the same time as a few other people, at noon, and an employee told us they were closing for the day. At 12:00 noon. Lunchtime. There were several employees there and salads, sandwiches, and other food available. But we were all turned away. read more

Wonderful place, this was our first visit, it is a full service delicatessen, the food was wonderful, and the service was even better. We definitely will come back next time we will be in Vegas. read more

The IND version of Shapiro's Deli (Kosher Style) is a walk-up on the Southwest Airlines wing. This is no Corky and Lenny's in terms of a sit down place (with pickles), but they did make a decent pastrami and swiss on rye that I enjoyed on the plan back home. In any event, it's a step above any prepackaged sandwich you can buy near the gate. The line was on the long side the day we were there, but it moved quickly. Service was efficient, but perfunctory. Considering the other IND choices, I might be back the next time I come through. read more

Holy mother of food. The price is steep but the product is spot on. I might even rank the corn beef as my top 3 best sandwich ever. Pipping hot with beautifully carved (a mile high) corned beef. The only place inside the airport I visits. read more

September 21, 2019 Saturday - 5 am for breakfast 1 Adult Atmosphere - 3 stars Food - 3 stars Service - 4 stars Background - At the airport way too early for a morning flight. Atmosphere - Small little airport restaurant designed for food to go. You start with ordering your meal and working your way deeper into the space to the cash register. The space gets a little tight when moving to the register. Food Breakfast - I ordered what the menu called the Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Bagel. The bagel was not cheese but an ingredient in the sandwich. Missing a comma changes everything. I went with a blueberry bagel, the fruit sounded good. The sausage was a major disappointment. Service - Was fine, they do need to have a list of the bagels. When I asked what they had I think I shocked the guy. I found the bagels behind the counter and was able to determine what I needed. Future - It is something outside of the normal fast food national chains, so maybe. read more

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I met two of my coworkers here for lunch. Shapiro's is know for its cold cuts so I had to try it out. Pros: -Friendly staff -Samples if you ask -A lot of options -Offer authentic Jewish foods -Good for groups Cons: -Outdated facility -Menu is hard to understand I'm not huge on cold sandwiches, so this place wasn't exactly my speed. They have hot food, I just had a hard time digging through the menu. It is a good place for groups to meet at lunch time. They also offer dessert options and I was able to find some happiness through that lol. The food I ordered was OK but nothing I couldn't make at home. read more

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While my traveling companions stood in long line at that "coffee chain", I walked over to Shapiro's and grabbed a bacon, egg, and cheese bagel and a cup of coffee. The sandwich was made to order except for the bagels which were offered in a variety of flavors. I finished my yummy breakfast just as my companions were getting their frothy beverages. I think my choice suited me better for a day of travel than theirs. They are on the pricey side being located at the airport but I got that impression from all the businesses. The only negative I had was that I was going to get the sausage instead of the bacon but they were out at 7:30 in the morning. You can't let that happen at a breakfast place. Review #2353 read more

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