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    The Downtown Deli

    4.0 (44 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    a grilled cheese sandwich
    Brian G.

    My daughter and I wanted a quick place for a sandwich and the downtown deli fit the bill! We both agreed to split a large drama queen sandwich and we were both impressed. The chicken cutlet with the pesto mayonnaise and focaccia was scrumptious! We both agreed that it was a great sandwich. We will return again to try another delicacy.

    A Pastrami and corned beef with provolone.
    John S.

    A deli is a deli, right? Wrong! This place has a nice variety of sandwiches and they all sound fantastic. I was just about to go for the classic Italian when I spotted they are grilled pastrami and corn beef with provolone. It did not disappoint, it was absolutely delicious. It's also a great little place to eat with an old school decor and reasonable prices. How do I know that it was a great sandwich? I was still thinking about it hours later. I don't get a Seneca Falls often but when I do I will definitely be back.

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    Nick S.

    Stopped in for lunch after going to the "it's a wonderful life" museum. My Reuben was fantastic! And I enjoyed the "it's a wonderful life" theme.

    Tuna sub...I clearly took a bite. It's very big for a half!
    Kaci J.

    The customer service was second to none. The girl waiting on me made my sandwich with lots of love and it showed in the first bite. I came in super close to closing and I ate inside. I didn't feel rushed. They have a great selection of chips and lots of sandwiches and toppings. They also have ice cream...I didn't have any but I did splurge on a caramel apple cookie. Yum. I had a bottle of water, half a tuna sub and a bag of chips for $10.

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    Delicious deli food with a great staff!!! Fresh and reasonably priced!! Would highly recommend!!!

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    3 years ago

    Excellent food. Tons of options for sandwiches, subs, and wraps. I had the Red Hatter with a side of macaroni salad. It was so delicious.

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    2 years ago

    Great food! I got the pastrami and roast beef with peppers & Cole slaw on rye. I highly recommend the pickles too!

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    2 years ago

    food was great, pickles were amazing, super fast and very nice people. only got a half and still feel very full.

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    6 years ago

    Do yourself a favor and stop down for a real N. Y. Deli Gyro. Tasty! Overall great experience as usual. I will be back soon.

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    10 years ago

    So good! Best sandwiches in the area. Love to call in an order and pick up. Specialty sandwiches are delicious.

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    13 years ago

    I love eating at Downtown Deli. Their sandwiches are delicious, fresh and priced reasonably. I've been a customer for 16 years.

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