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    The Original Deli

    4.7 (112 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Wanted a breakfast burrito because the place is so close to the hotel. I'm staying at. Very clean inside and the owner was very happy to see me & very gracious and very nice. Ordered the burrito I took it back to my hotel room. Soon realized that the egg is premade and the cheese is just all thrown together in the burrito and then microwaved. The tomatoes were fresh just didn't think it was the true traditional type burrito I was looking for ,but definitely edible. Just wouldn't get it again. Might be interested in trying the teriyaki bowls for lunch perhaps ? But overall, a good experience.

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    Laurie D.

    I searched yelp for a breakfast place while visiting Seattle. This place sounded great. However, it was a bit hard to find. We actually ended up in the wrong restaurant. We went into the building it is located in and asked the guard. You have to take the elevator down to AB and go down the hallway to the right. My husband ordered a croissant sandwich, and I ordered a bagel sandwich. Both were good and very filling. They are very generous with their meat. In fact, we had to take some meat out. The owner was super nice. We really enjoyed our breakfast.

    Bulgogi bowl
    Chrissy T.

    This place is a hidden gem! The owners are absolutely adorable. This is a charming mom-and-pop restaurant offering everything from breakfast sandwiches to lunch and even poke. I've been traveling to Seattle for work for years, but a local coworker only recently recommended this spot to me. I tried the croissant sandwich for breakfast and loved it so much that I came back the next day for the bulgogi bowl--both were incredible! I'll definitely be returning for breakfast and lunch whenever I'm in town. The restaurant is very clean, and the entrance is located down the alleyway on this street. Plus, the staff is super friendly and welcoming!

    Hannah N.

    This place is hidden in the alley and so once you come in it's a very nice clean space that was utilized very well. The items aren't super memorable but priced really well for the portions. But what really blows me away is the service. You're greeted so warmly as if you're just visiting your family or best friend. I always find myself just always wanting to stop by this place because it felt like they were so happy and excited to serve me and that's what makes this place so so special. So if you're in the area and want a quick bite or if you're traveling and wanted a chill place for food, please visit this place. Whenever I come back to Seattle I just make sure to come by and support their business if I can.

    Burrito
    Christopher L.

    This local place downtown is a great place to get a bite with a quiet vibe. The service is fast and the staff are very friendly. The food was fresh, tasted great, and was a good value for the money. My only suggestion would be to have the burrito as an option for a bowl but it was still very delicious.

    Huge breakfast burrito
    Katherine C.

    This is in the basement of a building. Literally a hole in the wall. The portions are huge and shareable. Never would have found or known about this if not for another Yelper. Crazy!! Lady is so friendly i almost wanted to hug her!

    Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese
    Jessi M.

    Amazing! I love this deli, the couple who runs it is so sweet. Phenomenal menu and pricing as well.

    Dining area
    Karl A.

    A hidden gem. Clean and wonderful little family joint - hungry for breakfast that wasn't a hotel restaurant, I followed the sign down an alley and WOW. I had the Bulgogi breakfast bowl. Flavorful mix of beef, rice eggs and salad.

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    Ed O.

    Went here for breakfast and loved the food. Service was extremely nice, we got a warm welcome and they were helpful. It has a great mom and pop feel with very affordable prices. Highly recommend.

    Bulgogi combo
    Emily C.

    So much love for this place! The folks who run this place are so sweet and kind. The place is in a bit of an alley so it's slightly tricky to find, but worth the trip! I ordered the bulgogi which was delicious. The bulgogi was cooked amazingly - a bit sweet and salty but it paired really well with the rice. The rice was really tasty as well and perfectly chewy and soft, and fresh too. The staff was quick and had my order ready within minutes. The portion sizes were generous as well and I left happily stuffed. Delicious, affordable food and wonderful staff - would definitely come back!

    Salmon poke
    Huong L.

    This place have been on my list for a while now but given the limited hours and I'm not in Seattle, it's hard to try this place haha This place is soooooo off the main area of downtown. You literally have to walk in an alley way to get here. There is a small sign to direct you but it's not big or anything. I ordered takeout and the food was ready by the time I got there. The lady that was there was sooo nice and friendly. She acknowledged me, thanked me and made sure I had everything I needed. Also, she even wrote a 'thank you Huong's on my bag! :) Food wise: I got the teriyaki combo which come with a choice of meat (bulgogi for me) a small order of roll (crunchy roll for me) and a small salad. For $12, you definitely get your money worth. It was packed and heavy. The food was pretty good, fresh balanced. The bulgogi was a little on the sweet side for me but it went well with the rice. My friend got the salmon poke bowl ($12) and she must have like it cause she ate the whole thing without any complaints lol Overall, it's a mom and pop shop that if you're lucky enough to try, you wont be disappointed. I definitely will come back when I can to try some of their breakfast items as well.

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    Great morning start. Best bagel. Good lunch food. Always greets you and says thanks for your business

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    Needed a quick takeout lunch option. Saw the Yelp review and I hit it. Great Poke bowl, super nice folks and good food value for the money.

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    Great cost and satisfying portions - ideal creative and compact use of space as well. Fabulous on a walk to or from the light rail.

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    Found the "secret" entrance, yelp said closed at 3pm, sign outside the door said 2pm, door was locked at 1:53pm.

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    The poke bowl is really good. The cashier talks with the cook in Japanese, that is a good sign for the Japanese restaurant.

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