The Most Delicious Delis in Atlanta

Jerusalem Bakery & Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 (586)

"An impressive restaurant with counter service and a decently-broad Levantine/Middle Eastern menu plus a bakery of Middle Eastern sweets and a well-stocked store with Middle Eastern groceries. The interior architecture certainly conveys a grand and appropriate atmosphere with a central fountain and ornate ceiling but the service seemed a bit rushed, not rude, but not exactly welcoming, either. Perhaps that's best to get lunch orders out in a prompt manner, though. My kebab platter was overall good: the kebabs were tender, the babaganoush and hummus tasted fresh and well-seasoned. The real stars of this business however are their bakery and grocery, both of which are very impressive in the sheer scope of their offerings. The bakery turns out nearly every variety of baklava and other sweets you could dream of plus some savory pastries as well. The grocery has a great selection of the Green Land brand of spices, which are sought-after and in my own opinion as someone who cooks a lot of Levantine food the best brand for most such spices. They also have a good selection of teas and the syrups necessary for many Middle Eastern drinks--jallab, almond syrup, mint syrup, and so forth which I was excited to see as my local Middle Eastern grocer in Florida is often lacking in this regard. I don't think anyone would be disappointed here: the food prices seem a bit high but then the quality is high, too. If you need Levantine groceries though this is a great place to shop and get lunch before doing it."

Jack's New Yorker Deli

★★★★☆ 4.3 (398) • $

"Every now and then, even after almost 13 years in Atlanta, I come across a spot that is a hidden gem and babeeeeeeeee... Not only is Jack's New York Deli a hidden gem, however, it is the definition of GOOD FOOD!I came across Jack's New York Deli as my little sister wanted to try it as she was on her journey for a Good Pastrami sandwich. Though we don't live anywhere near, we chose a day and went for lunch. Jack's New York Deli sits off a Main Street, however, it's tucked off in the corner. Pay attention to your GPS because if you blink too hard, you may pass it. LoL. Walking in, the establishment is super clean. The all glass front provides an ample source of natural light, and they even have patio seating if you choose to enjoy the weather in full. With a traditional sub shop setup, I took a moment to review the menu, then headed to the counter to place my order. With an abundance of choices, it was soooooooooooooo hard not to order every sandwich that I loved. Yet, with keeping my summer body (ha) in mind, I decided on the Chicken Club and a Salad with extra Feta. Baaaaaabyyyyyyyyyy. Wow. All I can say is, Jack's New York Deli understood the assignment. Quality meat. Fresh fixings. Great portions. Crisp salad. And an amazing dressing. I'm talking a true HIT. Nothing, and I do mean NOTHING was a miss. The chicken club presented a moist and perfectly golden boneless breast. Juicy tomato. Crisp lettuce. And, perfectly buttered white bread... This sandwich was bite after bite of robust flavor and texture perfection. Paired with the slice of pickle, the chicken club is a true 10/10. The salad was simple yet still above standard. The ingredients were all fresh and nothing was soggy. The salad wasn't just thrown on the plate, however, appeared to be blended as a salad should and paired with the right amount of dressing for the size of the salad. Another 10/10. Last but not least, the service at Jack's New York Deli was spot on. I was greeted upon entry and the staff was engaging and friendly as I placed my order. At this point we're three for three: Food, Cleanliness, and Service. A total WIN!!!!!!Though I live on the other side of town, don't be surprised if you see me at Jack's New York Deli. I'm on a mission to taste the entire menu. Until next time, Jack's New York Deli thank you for my food happiness experience."

Reuben's Deli

★★★★☆ 4.2 (388) • $

"Reuben greeted me when I walked in the door. He's a chatty guy who has a joke and a smile. I was caught off guard at first being that I am tatted and bearded when he said "we don't serve tattooed bearded guys here", but I quickly played along and we had a great laugh about it. As far as the food, I got the pastrami and was very happy with it. The bread tasted fresh, the meat was cooked well, and everything tasted great. It was a filling lunch that I was not expecting in the heart of Atlanta. The atmosphere is very much a take on a classic deli. Nothing too fancy, just functional enough to remind you of New York. It's the kind of place where you could easily become a regular and have one of those old school relationships with a small busnies"

The Fickle Pickle

★★★★☆ 4.1 (385) • $$

"I wanna love this place, really. I'm going to be in the minority here, but honestly, I don't think it's that great. I know lots of people love this place, but when I went back recently, it wasn't the place I remembered from awhile back.This place is super quaint, running out of an old, historic house. It's very popular for lunch as the line and the small, gravel lot fills up shortly after they open at 11. If you drive into the lot and find it full, good luck backing out. It's tight. In case you miss the signs, there's additional parking at Osteria Mattone.I was pretty excited about the cuban thinking ... a place with pickle in the name serving a sandwich that has good pickle presence ... should be legit. It was good, decent. The creole thing gave it a nice punch. It's just not a cuban. Not on the right bread, not the right kind of pork, etc. The coleslaw I ordered was less like salad and more like soup.Tuna melt was good but again nothing epic. Potato salad definitely not my favorite. Now, I will say those fried pickles breaded in cornmeal and deep-fried are worth coming for. Delicious!"

Goldbergs Fine Foods - Toco Hills

★★★★☆ 3.7 (431) • $$

"After visiting a friend in Atlanta one weekend, I felt like getting breakfast delivered before heading out. I happened upon this amazing deli-like cafe. Food-wise, I ordered a breakfast flatbread, potato latke, and raspberry rugelachs. The breakfast flatbread was HUGE deliciousness, every bite so flavorful, with scrambled eggs, bacon, and avocado. The potato latke was just the right amount of crispy. And the rugelach was almost as good as Grandma Rosie's. For the price, there was plenty. Definitely will consider visiting Goldbergs in person next time I'm in Atlanta."

Jack's New Yorker Deli

★★★★☆ 4 (263) • $$

"Good sandwiches, nice service. Your sandwich is made to order. I am a to go person and the waiting area can get full with people waiting for orders.The meats and bread are tasty/fresh."

Goldbergs Fine Foods - Dunwoody

★★★★☆ 3.5 (334) • $$

"There aren't many other cheap breakfast/brunch places in the area, which is why Goldbergs is always packed.I got the Egg and Cheese sandwich on an everything bagel with potato latkes as my side ($7.95). It was pretty mediocre. The "everything" bagel was mostly sesame seeds. And the potato latkes were room temperature and just not that good.Someone in my party got the Georgia Reuben ($15.50) and said it was really good. The fries didn't look that good though.I wouldn't go out of my way for Goldbergs, but if you're in the area, it's a reasonably priced and convenient option."

Goldbergs Fine Foods - Buckhead

★★★★☆ 3.8 (283) • $$

"We ate here in late October on a Sunday morning at 8:45 am. When we arrived, there weren't that many people in the restaurant, but the place was almost full by the time we left.Parking was easy to find in the large free parking lot shared by all of the businesses that are in the same outdoor strip mall where Goldbergs Fine Foods is located. We were immediately greeted and seated at a table next to the wall and window, so we were away from most of the other tables.Our no-nonsense, quick and efficient server took care of two other tables of customers who were there before us before coming to our table. We were ready to order, so he took our orders: a Brooklyn Reuben corned beef sandwich for me, and 2 Eggs with Nova and Onions Breakfast Plate for R. My corned beef sandwich came with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, homemade Russian dressing on rye bread, a dill pickle spear and choice of coleslaw, potato salad, fruit, chips, fries or onion rings. I chose potato salad. R's Breakfast Plate came with a bagel or toast and choice of potato latke, fresh fruit or tomato slices. R chose a bagel and fresh fruit, and ordered his eggs over easy.10 minutes after we ordered, our food was served nice and hot. My corned beef sandwich had a very delicious flavor, and was actually better than I had expected, and the potato salad was creamy, but just tasted average. R liked his meal and said it was good. After he brought us our food, our server's attentiveness dropped off and I had to flag him down every time we needed something, like napkins, water glasses refilled, and our final tab.The restaurant was clean, and tables were cleaned immediately after customers left their tables. After we left the dining area, I checked out the deli department, and all of the items in the display cases looked good. There is counter only for take out orders - to place and to pick up. This area was very well prepared for customers to walk in, pick out what they wanted from the display cases or prepackaged on the counters, pay at the counter and enjoy their food."

Goldbergs Fine Foods - Battery

★★★★☆ 3.6 (284) • $$

"Much better experience the second time! We went on a Monday for breakfast and they weren't as crowded but Still popular. Got a table right away. Quick service and nice servers. Not the best everything bagel I've ever had- very fennel tasting. Great veggie cream cheese. The fruit was just as fresh the second time and good coffee!"

Goldbergs Fine Foods - West Paces

★★★★☆ 3.7 (238) • $$

"If you're used to delis from the Northeast, this is probably one of the closest establishments you'll find in the Atlanta area with decent deli food. Goldberg's is like the younger second cousin removed of Juniors. Their shtick is New York-styled bagels pretty much any way you like them, and I have to say that the bagels are just OK for a business that specializes in bagels. I was expecting them to be a bit fresher but they were very bulky and bready not chewy, melt-in-your-mouth fresh the way I expected them to be. They do have a wide variety of bagels to choose from (jalapenos everything, salt, asiago, super cinnamon, to name a few.) They have your regular deli items, deli salads, pickled tomatoes, stuffed cabbage, all your regular meats salami, bologna, corned beef, turkey, and steamed pastrami. Service was excellent - attentive and very polite from the greeters to the wait staff - no problems there. It was packed and it seems like a regular spot for locals in the area. We ordered the egg, meat, and cheese on an everything bagel and added tomato and onion, a belgian waffle, which came with a side of fruit. There were a lot of pastries as well but we tried not to eat with our eyes. I'd like to try those next.Overall satisfying experience, I would definitely recommend checking it out if you're in the area."

Gruby's New York Deli

★★★★☆ 3.9 (182) • $$

"Always a great place for lots of ball soup! I'd make a point to get a large order to go every time! The Rubens sandwiches are excellent. The bread is good Services fast and friendly. What can you ask for! Very loud here so it's hard to connect meetings just FYI Will return again and again for sure!"

Brooklyn Bagel & Deli

★★★★☆ 3.9 (182)

"Bagels are an extremely unique item, as there is never neutrality associated with them. People either love or hate bagels. There is just nothing in the middle (yes, pun intended).Brooklyn Bagel is a second outpost of the family run establishment and the first within the city limits. Alan Ahlzadeh owns Brooklyn Bagel with his son, Avi, which opened the Johns Creek location in 1997 and the Ansley Mall location opened up in 2021. This location is in Ansley Mall, which is undoubtedly one of the saddest examples of strip mall concepts plaguing the city, is almost unnoticeable. That architectural distress is not the fault of Brooklyn Bagel, but just a fact. The restaurant occupies a former Panera Bread location and inside, is a fairly bland place. There really isn't anything notable about it unfortunately and it does not have the character that a family owned spot like this should have. Ordering process was smooth, but staff working the counter seemed to have a tough time providing any recommendations. They also did not ask if the order is for here or to go, thus making an assumption that it's to go. This resulted in a preparation of a bagel sandwich that can't be photographed without making the meal look highly unappetizing, very sloppily packaged.Yet, the area where Brooklyn Bagel gets it perfectly right is a spectacular bagel, with delicious deli meat. The bagel was a great balance of crisp and chewy, with more heavy emphasis on the crisp side. Classic side of pickle is all that one needs to put a seal on pure satisfaction. It all makes it abundantly obvious why the store's original location has been in business for almost three decades."

Candler Park Market

★★★★☆ 4.3 (143)

"Always a delight to stop by for a quick on the go pick-up to snack or quench my thirst from the heat. Also, discovered the new Vanilla Nitro Pepsi that taste like Root beer! Great stuff!"

Bennett's Market & Deli

★★★★☆ 3.9 (116) • $$

"Based off of assumptions, the location on Boulevard seemed much bigger than their newest location at the corner of Cherokee and Atlanta. There is street parking everywhere in the surrounding streets. There were a few tables inside, but we did sit outside as it was a beautiful day. We stopped here for a quick bite to eat and shared a turkey club sandwich and a bag of chips. They were busy when we came at 1 pm on a Saturday. There was a 10 minute wait for our food. A turkey club and a bag of chips did cost $16 (a bit pricey in my opinion but inflation is real). It was a decent sandwich with big pieces of bacon and the bread was nice and fresh. This is certainly a must-go if you're in the neighborhood and craving hearty sandwiches. I've heard great things about their breakfast so will try that next!"

Oak Grove Market

★★★★☆ 4.4 (86)

"I can't hide my excitement for this tiny market in the suburbs of Atlanta. Over two visits I'm impressed enough to provide a full 5 star. Great service and products. The market located in a strip is easy to access. Parking seemed adequate to pull up directly in front of the business. The lot and walk up clear of debris. The store is not large but it provides a lot within its four walls. A deli and sandwich shop, butcher and prepared meals among the larger areas. They have much more. They are known for a prepared dinner menu, follow them on social media for their line up. It's a quality place so be prepared to pay a premium on items. My first visit I got a Cuban sandwich and the owner made it. He was so friendly as he worked hard on a line back to the butcher shop. The checkout was even more impressive as the woman was a delight and fun to talk to. I ate the sandwich outside at one of their tables and it was authentic and delicious. Another visit was to pick up some odds and ends for the hotel. Of particular note was the tiramisu, just WOW! If your local you already know what a gem. However if your from out of town Oak Grove should be highly considered."

Tuscany at Your Table

★★★★★ 4.7 (67) • $

"This is a cute little Italian shop serving select items and wide variety of dry and fresh pasta, oil, and tomato sauce. It definitely a sweet slice of Italy.Staff are friendly and service is pretty quick. They are attentive.I got the lasagna and it tasted pretty good! It was $14. Overall the ambiance was good and I'd come again!"

Hero Boy Sandwich Company

★★★★☆ 4.4 (63) • $$

"This makes my third visit to Hero Boy and also my third sandwich. Have had the South Philly Cheesesteak and meatball parm on previous visits. Both dynamite.Today, they had hot pastrami as a special.Sign me up Shaun.It was every bit as tasty and filling as the others I tried. An appropriate amount of pastrami....not an intimidating portion like the iconic NYC shops (Carnegie and Katz), but hey, the ordering system gives the option for extra meat.I had it all the way...Russian dressing, cheese, and kraut. You can mix those ingredients also if you like.Five napkins required. This was not a dry sandwich.Another successful selection by me. ;) Onward to #4."

Grouchy's NY Deli

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (98) • $

"I had lunch here with a co-worker one afternoon.... If you didn't know the place was here it would be very easy to pass it right by.Inside is a nice eating area with about a dozen tables and an order counter. The menus is extensive with many different sandwiches, soups, or salads. Everything is put together fresh right there.I was here for lunch but from all appearances it looks like they have a pretty good breakfast available as well.I ordered my sandwich and was given a number. I then sat at a table and waited.. it was not long and my food came out.It was a good sandwich! Good size with great flavor! I also ordered my wife a salmon salad to go. The prices were quite reasonable.Service was good, the food was great, the location nice.. this is one of those spots that you could make a habit out of going to easily... I suggest trying this little breakfast or lunch spot.. I'm certainly glad I did!"

The Bodega on Main

★★★★☆ 4.1 (62) • $$

"Came in to pick up a milkshake, it's one of the only spots you can get one in the like 2 mile radius around here They were busy doing Togo orders but still took the time to greet me and let me know to order on their kiosk. Got the strawberry shake, he used gloves to make my shake and it was super quick. The shake was creamy and decadent, but with a refreshing strawberry flavor."

Hibachi Stop

★★★★☆ 3.8 (58)

"You can no longer sit down inside and eat.They added game machines and more panting on the wall.As always the wings is always and I mean always on point"

Kings Cornbeef & Deli

★★★★★ 4.5 (37)

"I'm very upset I never knew about them earlier, I'm typing this stuffed and very happy. This spot is so so so so good, I got The bishop sandwich it is half corned beef and half pastrami, added cheese, mayo and mustard, it comes with a pickle and the corned beef eggrolls. Y'all...just trust me and go here, one bite had me in love and those corned beef has me wanting to order again right now!!! They have plenty of food to choose from including breakfast which I now MUST try. The service was great, they were beyond friendly, I ordered online and the food was ready as soon as I walked in, the place was clean and it smells HEAVENLY in there. They have places to sit and eat, parking is free. This is my new go to spot."

Jersey Mike's Subs

★★★★☆ 3.7 (28)

"This was a great location with fast efficient service. The sand which was good as usual. The real difference was the attitude and expert proficiency of the crew behind the counter making the food, in particular , "T".He greeted me immediately and took my order and the order of two other customers. He prepared a three sandwiches at the same time and didn't have to ask what we wanted a second time, even after I changed the order slightly mid stream. T was in constant motion and was working the entire time I was there even though the lunch rush slowed. The store was clean and he thanked me for my business. if he is not managing, he should be.He and his team are what all employees should aspire to be. Friendly and efficient. They definitely made me want to return to this store again."

My Friends Place

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (15) • $

"Wow, shocked I'm the first to write about this place but will claim it Yes it is mine! A smallish chain of about twenty stores most of them in Georgia that has been slapping together salads and sandwiches for years.My Friends Place keeps it simple wheat, white or pita pick your meat or salad and it is made on the spot and your ready to go in about five.If you want frills let them know otherwise Tuna on wheat means exactly that Tuna = Bread.Prices usually run between $4-6.00 for sandwiches and chips or cup/bowls of soup are available too. MFP closes at 3:00 pm and caters."

Copeland Deli

★★★★☆ 4.1 (8)

"Came here between doctors appointments for the little one and although was skeptical at first (The deli is located in a gift shop), we did really enjoy our food. It was around 10AM and the person taking orders told us everything was freshly cooked and handed us a menu of breakfast sandwiches. You can basically get any simple breakfast sandwich you can think of and they make it right there after you order it. I got the cheese and egg biscuit and my husband got the cheese, egg, and sausage on toast and both were very good. Sooo much better than McDonalds. There is also a seating area which is nice to have if you don't want to eat in the waiting room of a doctor's office. I haven't had the lunch here yet but we will most likely stop by for more breakfast sandwiches! Such great service and food!"

Atlanta Deli

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (11)

"Cool little place on the corner of Moreland Ave and Custer Ave. Their food is pretty decent."

Gorin's Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3 (5)

"These previous reviews are petty and ridiculous. Gorin's is a solid consistent breakfast and lunch spot. The almond chicken melt is reminiscent of the sandwich we used to eat in the old days. There are daily lunch specials to add variety. The salad bar is always filled with fresh ingredients. Great lunch spot if you are in the Cumberland/Galleria area."