Definitely the best roast beef sandwich I've EVER had, no joke... the meat was so tender omg. Love that this place has been owned by 4 generations-- that's how I knew it'd be good! read more

Such a nice place, definitely stop in for a sandwich, super yummy and reasonably priced!! Customer service was amazing, the guys working were super friendly and willing to give recommendations! read more

Definitely a place where the food is made with love. Super fresh ingredients, reminds me of the Italian delis/shops I see in Dyker or Bay Ridge. Ordered the roast beef with watercress on rye and also the bacon chicken salad on rye. Both were fantastic (chicken bacon ranch for the win). read more

William Poll - Sandwiches Near Me - New York, New York

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I love the sandwiches which are the right size and cut into 3 parts. Have them put Pollonaise on the turkey, Mustard on the Ham and Swiss. Tuna Salad and Egg Salad also good read more

Their chicken and bacon sandwich is epic. I live in California now and one of the things I miss most about New York is William Poll.

Excellent pre-made foods. Perfect for cocktail or dinner parties. Highly recommend, but be prepared for high prices.

We bought meatloaf there which was expensive and inedible. The ratatouille on the other hand was pretty good. We will not go back.

Best place!!! We came in today and ordered two sandwiches (tuna) and a pumpkin loaf to take to the park for lunch. All excellent! This place is old school. My grandparents owned a deli and catering company in NJ for decades and it brought back memories for me. The real deal. I'll be back! read more

William Poll is new to me. It's another historic company that I've passed in my walks over and over. Recently something in the window caught my eye so I checked out the reviews. I definitely decided I needed to return for a sandwich. Today I decided to walk down to this high end deli at 75th and Lexington. After walking around Central Park with Yelp Friends Robert C. and Janeen I was racking up walking miles and was really hungry. When I arrived the employees at William Poll weren't busy and a nice employee greeted me at the door. I took a lot of photos and told him I had never been here before so I need to know the drill. He pointed out the menu because I said I wanted a sandwich. I was thrilled to see Pumpernickel Bread as a choice. I decided on the Ham and Swiss Cheese and asked for Mayo. The same employee said he would make the sandwich and would I also like mustard. When I asked what kind he said Dijon, I decided it sounded delicious. And it sure was! My only problem is finding a place to eat. I decided to walk back to Fifth Avenue near the park and sit on a bench. The sandwich bread was so fresh and either I was hungry or it's a delicious sandwich. Both probably. It's $10.88 with tax. They take cash or credit cards. There's lots of great food items you can purchase for yourself or as gifts. It's a beautiful place. The chandelier is a striking centerpiece as you enter and leave. To sum it up, the employees are friendly and efficient. The food is fresh and delicious. The atmosphere is fancy and clean. I hate to, but I have to deduct a star for no seating. I won't walk over a mile from my apartment this winter to get a sandwich and sit outside in the cold to eat. I'm recommending you eat here or shop the other specialty food items they carry. It's definitely a one of a kind exquisite business. read more

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My absolute favorite place to go for comfort food all year round. Delicious sandwiches on the thinnest sliced bread. Poll special & chicken salad bacon being my personal favorites. Watercress, bacon horseradish & curry among my top choices for dips. Never forget the divine homemade chips. Lasagna, canapés & pot pies are always great to have in your freezer for a meal in a pinch. There is no other place I can think of other than Butterfield's that has such a wonderful array of soups. It is worth every penny spent. I love this place & it has a special place in my heart. read more

I just had the Chicken Salad Sandwich and it is the best I have ever had! Looking forward to having the mushroom dip and there potato chips. read more

William Poll is one of those unique places you only find in NYC. It is a fancy sandwich shop that has been here a while and does things right. I didn't know what to expect here but after reading the reviews I had to see the hype. I went with the poll special which is a couple different meats with cole slaw and russian dressing. The attention to detail when making the sandwich is refreshing to see. I also tried the famous chicken salad with bacon which was amazing. The contrast between the creaminess of the chicken salad and fattiness of the bacon was perfect. Now I get the complaints about the small sandwiches but they put them together perfectly. The ingredients are fresh. Its like the upscale fancy version of the sandwich I used to bring to school as a kid. They sell other stuff in here too like soup and some brownies. The prices are high for what you get but you pay for quality. Definitely check it out! read more

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Adore this place, have been coming here my entire life. Sandwiches are all delicious and they have the best potato chips and dips in the city. read more

Very very good watercress dip, sandwiches, pot pies, etc. but really, guys, way too expensive.

Sandwiches are very solid but didn't quite live up to hype I had read about. I would probably give more like 3.5 stars but rounded up to 4 because it's a quality establishment that's been around for years. We tried the chicken salad and the cheese sandwiches and both were good, but again not spectacular. Try for yourself and see how you feel! read more

Aw....I could cry. This wonderful little gourmet food shop is listed only as a sandwich shop. Before New York City became unaffordable, this was one of many places that offered delicious options for a party or even a quick dinner at home. William Poll has been a staple of the neighborhood for so long. It was from an era in which one stopped off and picked up delectables. So I doubt it ever entered their minds that someday there would be people who would want to eat in, so to speak. Many food shops were just that, you wouldn't even think of eating in the corner cheese store! You could smell it blocks away! I don't think they even sold any cheese sandwiches, only slabs, wheels and slices. That is the New York I remember, bringing home the treats from various stops. William Poll had the most scrumptious salads. Quality. They have that extra star in my memory for being the best, like William Greenberg was for cakes. Packages of delicious salads from William Poll, along with William Greenberg for dessert, assured a tasty treat for the night's repast. There were other shops where one could pick up delicious specialties. One could always rely on luscious quality goods without outrageous prices. People could have a quick lunch at the soigné little luncheonettes more midtown where the turkey sandwiches were made from turkey roasted on the premises. I'm surprised that William Poll has outlasted the New York that was, to exist in the New York that is. Even in the Westchester town I'm familiar with, food shops were like little gourmet grocery stores. Pasta shops, bakeries dedicated to a cupcake etc. Who'd expect to eat in them! William Poll is from the era when you didn't have to be filthy rich to live and shop that small town way in Manhattan. read more

We wanted to eat in the park so we ordered sandwiches and they were good. We also had some chocolate brownies along with a coconut and chocolate bar. All were delicious! While there a woman came in and ordered some caviar for a cocktail party with 12 guests so that's also an option here. read more

Tasty sandwich from a place I had never heard of. Stopped in and got the William polls special sandwich from meal pal. it came with ham, turkey, Swiss cheese, coleslaw and Russian dressing. It was a rather nice sandwich for mealpal, size wise and tasted very good. I noticed they sold a lot of other snacks and such, but didn't get a chance to really get anything else. read more

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Divine tuna sandwich, old school style. Puts most tuna sandwich purveyors to shame. Prepared foods are excellent.

Oh. My. God. I must have walked past this shop at least 100 times in the 11 years I have lived on the UES and never went in. My bad. This shop makes the other gourmet shops in the hood (I see you Citarella) look like Key Food in comparison. The prices are high, but you are getting amazing quality for the money. We had: - Turkey and Brie​ sandwich - so good. - Rare Roast Beef with Watercress and Horseradish Spread - amazing - Cucumber Dip - so good, my family polished it off in 1 sitting. - Crisps - delicious​ with the cucumber dip The service is also very good. The staff is very friendly. I can't wait to try the soups and other yummy treats this shop has. read more

I say spectacular. First time. It did live up to its hype. Sure, one adult could eat 2-3 sandwiches but that's because they're delicious. How to pick just one? We started with the meatloaf and the chicken and bacon. I knew the trick to the bacon would intensely crisp slices and they were indeed. It's probably step one of training...more crisp! Anyway, epic and yes the chips and dips are top of the line too. See you next Saturday! read more

Of all the Greek joints in all the towns, you HAVE to walk into theirs. This Greek-owned family business is one of Manhattan's long-standing catering treasures. Perfect for major catering orders, lovely novelty food baskets and ornamental food arrangements that have made any number of elite clients -- including the late Lauren Bacall -- smile and come again. Don't be shy about stopping in for a quick sandwich to go or to help stock up on assorted cheese, crackers, dried fruits, quality oils, etc. Friendly and professional service with strict quality standards throughout the year -- and pricing is reasonable. Ask for Stan or Jimmy to place large specialty orders. Kali Orexi! Enjoy! Stan & Jimmy: Thanks again for the lovely gift baskets! read more

This place is so great, I find myself thinking of it every time the chill of winter flirts with the hopeful rays of spring, when I want to take a delightful tea sandwich to sit on a Central Park bench and savor every bite of a specialty treat that is the opposite of the mores of society today. Instead of high quantity/low quality, it is high quality in a thin, delicious tea sandwich, where every bite is a joyful yummy treat. Almost in direct response to the expectations of a consumer of the giant proportions of today, they tell me before they make my sandwich that it is a thin sandwich, with thin slices of bread, and is that ok with me? but those thin slices of rye are so fine and so wonderful, and they make the turkey, brie and spicy watercress between them so proportionately perfect. There is no other place serving sandwiches that are such a delicate, desirable antithesis to the more is more philosophy in today's world. And because I ate so slowly while I savored every bite, I was actually full before I even finished that thin sandwich, and so I saved some for a happy future time. I eat a lot, for what it's worth, but this is just a different experience for a lunch time sandwich, for when you have time to ponder natural things, maybe to read a book, and to savor every bite of life. read more

CLEAN, fresh, delicious, and timely. Had the roast beef sandwich and a heat up pot pie... if it wasn't for my family and I moving soon, we would come here ALL THE TIME! When we walked in, we thought "this is the cleanest deli/ restaurant we've ever seen!" They were as clean as their pictures show; their pictures do not deceive. My family and I definitely recommend this place for a grab-and-go or quick dinner option. read more

This place is exactly what you imagine when you think classic, old-school NY deli. Bunch of old guys who look like they've been around the block as long as the place has. They were all incredibly helpful and friendly. The place is also stocked with all kinds of exotic goods and whatnot I couldn't even identify. Stuff ya moms would go crazy for. Anyway, see my picture for a description of the sandwich. It was on air-fluffy white bread and filled with a hearty-but-not-overwhelming filling of the customary club sandwich meats. Def worth every penny. Go here. read more

William Poll - Fluffy yet hearty club sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - New York, New York

Quick service and great sandwiches. Perfect place to pick up some quick meals. They have a wide variety of premade meals and sides. I tried the cucumber cheese cream on some bagels and it was so good. read more

One of the worst bagels I've had in my life! And on top of that it cost $15!!!! Wow so very disappointed in tbt quality of food. The bagel was stale. It was a very underwhelming sandwich. read more

I must have been REALLY hungry or this was the best egg salad sandwich i have ever had. The portions were tiny so i am glad i got to try this place out through mealpal because i don't know if $10 is worth it for tiny egg salad sandwich or if i would ever pay $10 for a egg salad sandwich. The pieces of bacon were just right and still managed to be crispy after a 20 minute walk back to the office. The staff were friendly and my sandwich was ready by the time i got there. This is a cute little shop and i really enjoyed their food. (After the egg salad sandwich i was still starving so i bought a yogurt parfait and that made it just right) read more

Delicious sandwich spot that has a lot more options including soups and pastries. A bit pricey but very tasty and worth a splurge.

Phenomenal little shop. I had a wonderful BLT sandwich. So Mini delicious looking things to choose from. I also had a little raspberry cake-like thing for dessert. Nice people. read more

Stumbled in here before a Dr appointment. All I wanted was a classic sandwich and this place delivered. I had the turkey and brie, to be honest I expected more fixins (lettuce, tomato, onion, etc.) but the sandwich was really good. A bit pricey, but great quality. Wish I bought two sandwiches! read more

A bit expensive but you get what you pay for. Try the Chicken Salad with bacon on white. The soups are terrific ( chicken rice) . The crisps are also excellent. read more

After having a a beer(or 4) we ran across this little shop. They sold cookies, soup, popcorn...all the little items you think you NEED when your tipsy walking through New York! The staff was So nice, he asked what everyones name was and even came around the counter and hugged us...AWWW sweet. As I was walking up and down the aisle trying to figure out a snack for the subway trip back to our hotel the owner was giving me samples of all different tips of cookies and dips. THANKS! I decided to get the chocolate/caramel covered popcorn...omg this is probably the BEST popcorn I've ever had, I did not look at the price before I bought it(my rule for the trip) and it cost $22.Even knowing the price now I would so go back and buy it again...it was that good!! read more

In it was probably 1979, my mom's best friend brought a whiff of Glamorous New York to her modest at-home wedding reception with catering by William Poll. There was something about knowing that we were eating the same delicious hors d'oeuvres that might sustain a party attended by Liza Minelli or Andy Warhol that elevated what would have otherwise been a rather modest affair into something exclusive and exciting. The $50 I spent on two boxes of frozen delicacies this New Year's Eve did the same for our private Champagne-and-nosh before walking down to the Brooklyn fireworks. The little bacon-and-leek lPapillotes had a shockingly bacony filling, a serious plus for this bacon lover and the mini crab quiches were equally lavishly filled with tender seafood. read more

Well, I can't say enough good things about this place. Wow, it is a NY deli run by the friendliest Greek family, so very nice. They have incredible gourmet food and catering menus, to include a gourmet version of pigs in a blanket. Who doesn't like pigs in a blanket? No one, that's who. Well, maybe vegetarians. I read about William Poll on the Kate Spade blog and stopped in while I was in the neighborhood and was immediately greeted by James as I walked in the door. He showed me around, made sure I tasted some of the incredible dips and baked potato thins (his mother, Christine's, recipe). I got to see the kitchen and meet the super friendly staff and got to talking to James and found out that we used to live a few streets down from each other in upstate NY. I ordered a watercress, Brie and turkey sandwich on rye, and James threw in some delicious lemon meringues too :) Great store, I will come back any time I need a snack and I'm in the UES! I will certainly make the trip from other spots in Manhattan for the catering services, the food looked incredible! read more

William Poll - Amazing deli - Sandwiches Near Me - New York, New York

This tiny store houses some delicious food! If you're not sure what to get, ask James or Stanley Poll, the brothers who run this family-owned business- they're generous with advice and samples. I'm a fan of their sandwiches, especially the Chicken Salad sandwich and their fresh Guacamole. I also love their Peanut Butter & jelly sandwich, which has just the right amount of smoosh - you know what I mean, don't you? If you time your visit just right, you can get your hands on a fresh baked scone available after 10:00 in the morning (these are well worth the wait, believe me). I tried the Coq au Vin and it was heavenly, perfect for dinner. They offer so much more and I'm slowly working through all the delicious fare. Everything is lovingly made and they ship and deliver ANYWHERE. Check out their beautiful Gingerbread Houses, too. read more

I imagined most places in NYC to be filled with personable management swapping stories and bragging about their wares. I realized my expectation was idealized from movies, but this certainly made my imaginations a reality. My wife and I ordered sandwiches and while we waited, James Poll warmly entreated us to try his home made potato thins. From there, we discussed that we were visiting from Florida and swapped some stories. While we were paying, he continued to chat with us and make sure we had anything we wanted. He called us back as we were leaving and gave us four meringue treats to enjoy as a topping to our lunch. What made Poll's special was that even though the likelihood of visiting again was minimal, he treated us as if he were a friend or family, not just another customer. read more

While walking by after a visit to the Met, I recognized the name, William Poll, from an article I read in Town & Country magazine awhile ago. I was immediately greeted by (I think he said James). He was so nice and offered me samples of different products they sell. I let him know I was thirsty and wanted to buy a drink. He directed me to the area where the beverages were and he informed me they have a housemate lemonade. It peaked my curiosity because I love a good lemonade! The lemonade was in a glass bottle with their private label-so cute! This place rocks! I love the old school vibe with tradition, quality and elegance. Perfect place to pick up all kinds of goodies if you want to entertain, or just treat yourself! read more

Nice enough staff. Interesting assortment. Had high expectations for the sandwich- corned beef and Swiss on rye. Two sandwiches and two William Poll drinks - $30 Both sandwiches had at most an ounce of meat. Mine didn't even have the Swiss. Not bad tasting though - just way underwhelming for the price. read more

A little small speciality food shop. Came by during lunch to grab a corn beef sandwich and it was eh... It was disgusting but it wasn't great either. read more