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    Young Buck Deli

    4.8 (89 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches, Delis, Salad
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Vermonster
    Billy T.

    Peak lunch spot - simple menu with cool, creative different sandwich types. Went with the Vermonster, a cold turkey sandwich that was really good. I would not recommend the Reuben (cut wasn't thick enough), which my friends got, but I would recommend the new deal. Staff is very kind, but service could've been faster - it did take a while for the hot sandwiches to come out. Great vibes overall.

    Great presentation - securely wrapped in paper!
    Andrea C.

    The focaccia bread is incredible! I had the New Deal, and it was delicious. The freshly sliced ham, salami piccante, and mortadella were generously piled on a layer of ricotta cheese and sprinkled with red wine vinaigrette. The photo doesn't do this massive sandwich justice - two meals!

    Boston Three-Way
    Ryan N.

    I had been to Young Buck Deli several times in the past year, always enjoying their offerings but more than I'd enjoy any other really, really good sandwich. All of that changed today, when I met my Forever Sandwich. Ever had a friend tell you the story about how when they met their partner they just knew it was the person they were going to marry? Ladies and gentlemen: the Boston Threeway. A perfect so perfect it deserves to be modified by a certain seven letter word that rhymes with "fudging" 'but probably be frowned upon in this particular space. Rare thinly sliced roast beef, white American cheese, bbq sauce, kewpie mayo and fried onions all on the most perfect focaccia ever. It's Arby's if Arby's was *good*, like an interpretation of the sandwich by a started Michelin chef, and hands down the best sandwich I've had since I was in London in 2016. Everything about it was perfect, and I should have left a 30% tip. Make it up to you the next time I come in for another. Six stars.

    Jive ass turkey
    Mark F.

    Everytime is so consistent and starts with their world class foccasia. Dont skip this place. Not a better place in Cincy for a great sandwich made from the best ingredients.

    Short Rib Pastrami
    Alexandra B.

    Met local friends for lunch at their recommendation and now understand that a sandwich truly can be life changing! The bread is so fresh and flavorful that we both had some nibbles on their own! We were glad to arrive around opening because it was busy FAST! The owners are so friendly and welcoming and were quick to give the kiddo a sticker. Hubby loved his 3-way and I my short rib pastrami! We took our goodies up the block to Washington park since it was a beautiful day and Young Buck Deli gave us the perfect picnic! We absolutely will be back!

    Chicken parm sandwich special
    Alyssa L.

    Young Buck Deli was delicious. I love a deli and love seeing more of them pop up in the city. I ordered the special for the day, which was a chicken parm sandwich. I had no clue the size would be so huge. It was so incredibly delicious, but it was nearly impossible to eat as a sandwich. I needed a fork and knife desperately, unless I wanted sauce all over my hands. Overall I enjoyed my experience and the service was good, but I needed to try something else when I go back.

    Don B.

    What a great place! I'd read and heard about this place, and I've driven by many times. But today I stopped in for lunch and I know I'll be back. Caitlyn, one of the owners, took my order. Sooo many choices, I could've throw a dart and it would've worked out. But I went with the Vermonster. It was delicious and I took half home. The space is bright and open with lots of windows. A comfortable space to dine, and the view of the baking biscuits and focaccia left we wanting more.

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    A true "mom and pop". The most amazing, in-house baked focaccia. I got the Jive ass turkey and will literally have to fight myself to try something new when I go back tomorrow! They are so friendly. Cannot rate or recommend them any higher!!

    Carly S.

    I had Young Buck for the first time yesterday after having several friends tell me it is the "BEST" sandwich spot in Cincinnati. As a sandwich lover, I had to pull the trigger and am so beyond happy I did. I made a custom sandwich (big tomato - I'm vegetarian) and added lettuce, mayo, mustard, onions, and pickles. This is typically similar to what I normally get on sandwiches, by the way. When I tell you this sandwich was SO GOOD, I'm not kidding. The bread was out of this world good, the toppings were delicious and fresh, and it was just a phenomenal sandwich through and through. Today, I am dreaming of this sandwich if I'm being honest. I cannot recommend Young Buck enough to all sandwich enthusiasts (and not) because it's just absolutely fantastic all around. Thank you, Young Buck, for an amazing first experience!

    Boston three-way.
    Andrew H.

    So so good! Can't wait to go again. Cincinnati doesn't have enough delis. This is a nice treat.

    Even the packaging is on point
    Keri C.

    Awesome experience from start to finish. Someone on the slicer saying "Hey! Wanna try our ham?" and handing out a sample as people walk in? I am a girl who grew up around some amazing delis, so this brought me back. This is my Disneyland. Great music playing, lovely friendly service (staff was very patient as I had a small kerfuffle with my payment method), and a DYNAMITE sandwich. I enjoyed the 'New Deal,' mortadella, ham, gabagool, lettuce, pickled onion, ricotta, vinaigrette aioli on a gorgeous focaccia bread. Filling, satisfying, and worth every penny. The high-quality and thinly sliced meat with the slightly sweet, rich and creamy ricotta was heightened by a nice acidity from the vinaigrette and pickled onion. A lovely, high-quality sandwich experience you cannot miss out on.

    Louisa L.

    My partner and I needed a quick lunch before heading to the airport, and we were so glad we chose Young Buck! We got the New Deal and Jive @$$ Turkey- both were incredibly flavorful and packed with meat, and the focaccia here is insane! The sandwiches were also way bigger than I thought, so I ended up with leftovers for a second meal later. There was no wait at all when we arrived (late Saturday morning). The lady at the counter was nice, and we got our orders within 10 min. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area!

    The Reuben is fantastic!! And the customer service is very family oriented dosent feel like they are strangers!!
    Julner W.

    The Reuben sandwich is fantastic!!! The customer service is very family oriented they don't feel like strangers when talking to them!!

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    The Jive ass turkey was good. I went sometime earlier today for some lunch and was able to meet the owners.

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    Big ass sandwiches. Flavorful and yummy. Will definitely be back next time we are in town!

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