Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Deli in New York City Since 1976
Since 1976, Al's Deli has been a cornerstone of New York City's culinary landscape, dedicated to serving fresh, flavorful deli favorites made with premium ingredients. Our commitment to quality and tradition has earned us a reputation as a beloved local institution, offering everything from classic pastrami on rye to house-made matzo ball soup. With decades of experience, our professional chefs craft each order to order, ensuring every meal reflects our passion for excellence. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service in the heart of NYC, where every bite tells a story of heritage and hospitality.Whether you're joining us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or catering, our team is dedicated to delivering consistent, mouthwatering results. Our 48-year legacy is built on a foundation of customer satisfaction, using only the freshest ingredients and maintaining a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We believe food should evoke joy, and our mission remains simple: to put a smile on every customer's face through exceptional deli cuisine.
Services
Catering Services
Sandwiches
Hot Plates
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have 48 years of experience serving New York City since 1976
- We use only fresh, premium ingredients in every dish
- We prepare meals to order for optimal freshness and quality
- Our professional chefs bring decades of culinary expertise
- We maintain consistent quality and exceptional customer service
What people say
Tasty food
Great service
Fresh ingredients
Consistent quality
Short wait times
Services
Catering Services
Our catering services bring Al's Deli flavors to your events with fresh, made-to-order meals. We offer customizable menus featuring our signature sandwiches, hot plates, and deli specialties. Perfect for corporate events, parties, and special occasions in NYC.
Sandwiches
Handcrafted sandwiches feature premium meats, fresh vegetables, and house-made condiments on quality breads. Our menu includes classic New York deli favorites like pastrami on rye and custom options. Every sandwich is made to order for optimal freshness.
Hot Plates
Daily prepared hot plates showcase traditional Jewish deli cuisine with items like matzo ball soup and chicken paprikash. We maintain consistent quality using family recipes and fresh ingredients. Available for dine-in, takeout, and catering orders.
Breakfast
Start your day with our breakfast menu featuring bagels with cream cheese, egg sandwiches, and fresh pastries. We serve hot breakfast items made to order alongside premium coffee and specialty drinks daily from 6am.
Lunch
Our lunch service offers quick counter service with hot and cold sandwich options, fresh salads, and daily specials. The menu combines traditional deli fare with modern twists, served in a bustling Midtown location with efficient service.
Questions
What catering options do you offer?
We provide full-service catering with customizable menus featuring our signature sandwiches, hot plates, and deli specialties. Orders can be placed online or by phone for pickup or delivery in NYC.
Are your menu items made fresh daily?
Yes, all our dishes use fresh ingredients and are prepared to order. Our sandwiches, hot plates, and catering items are made daily using traditional methods and quality components.
What are your business hours?
We're open daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Our counter remains busy throughout the day with both dine-in and takeout options.
Do you offer online ordering?
Yes, we have an online ordering system for both individual meals and catering orders. Customers can place orders through our website for pickup at our Midtown location.
What makes your deli unique?
Our 48-year legacy combines traditional New York deli recipes with consistent quality. We use fresh ingredients daily and maintain a made-to-order approach, creating a genuine taste of NYC history.
Reviews (5)
Francesca
Dec 20, 2021
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The food is amazing and reasonably priced the staff keeps the line moving in a efficient manner and the place is clean.The only downside is the homeless people that walk in asking you to buy them something but the staff is pretty good at keeping that under control..
Giovanni Romero
Dec 16, 2021
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I am sad been spending 100s weekly at this deli i guess they dont value my business i dropped my salad because of bad packaging and i asked them to prepare a new one for me took the damaged bag and salad back to the store about 3 minutes later they declined to do anything very dissapointed in the service wont be going here again service is important for retention learn that...... good luck
DoHyun Pak
Nov 28, 2021
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Warm good bagels. Service was amazing. Staff friendly. Makes it seem like a regular place to go to. Quick and fast. Surprisingly the food prices were cheaper than expected in this big city. Will come again.
Rhea M.
Oct 25, 2021
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You know that feeling when you work in the city and youve had just about everything to eat in the area, but you dont want anything complicated? Just a good, reliable sandwich from the bodega? This is it, right here, in the middle of mid town. Prices dont match the bodega, but they arent outrageous Manhattan cafe prices either. For $9, you can get a sandwich with some fries. I ordered a chop cheese (which isnt on the menu) but they came through and QUICKLY! Ill definitely be back!
Siivver Jay
Oct 16, 2021
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Ive had their breakfast sandwich and let me tell you, they are delicious!!! Quick service and great food!
