Cosmo's Italian Salumeria

I've been looking for my go-to sandwich spot in North Jersey, and looks like the search continues on. We had the #1 (ham, salami, soppresata, capicola, mozzarella, sharp provolone, sweet peppers), and the # 6 (roast beef, turkey, muenster). The ingredients for #1 were great, and they gave a good amount of meat/cheese. But the bread ruined the whole sandwich for me. It was so tough and chewy that my jaw hurt after a while. The #6 was basic and didn't have that much meat in it. I feel like I probably could have just gone to Shop Rite for this one to buy ingredients myself to make a better/cheaper sandwich. I'm sure they get their bread fresh but the consistency of it was just not for me.

This place is the real deal. I've been ordering their eggplant parm for years and it's the best. Incredibly fresh mozzarella, lightly breaded thin sliced eggplant and sauce so good that I end up drinking the rest out of the container. Eggplant Parm is Tues and Friday and it sells out early. Today I tried their chicken Parm and it is probably the best chicken Parm sandwich I've had ever in Jersey. The mozzarella is so fresh and the breading on the chicken is light and perfect. The place is cash only and very very reasonably priced for the amazing quality of food they offer here. This place is a gem. Not many old school Italian salumerias left anymore. Wish this place could stay open forever.

It's getting harder and harder to find places in NY and NJ where you get a really good Italian sandwich, so it's been a delight to find Cosmo's. I tried three of their cold sandwiches and love them all. Try the #1 to get a general idea of what Cosmo's sandwiches are like. It's full of flavor and punch. The #2 is when you want something a little simple, but equally good. The #4 is a spicy version of #1 and is heavy on the black pepper with even more punches of flavor. All the ingredients are top notch, but the essential component is the fresh mozzarella. It's creamy and soft and brings harmony to the sandwiches. The place has a small parking lot in the back, with a couple of dedicated spots for Cosmo's customers. It's cash only with no seating, but the sandwiches are so large that

This fine Italian deli has been around since 1996. I used to work up the block and came here regularly for lunch sandwiches or a homemade chicken parmesan or eggplant parmesan. I moved out of the area after retiring, and I was back visiting in Hackensack. We went here for lunch hero sandwiches. We all opted for a number 10, turkey with fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, and balsamic vinegar. Ooooh, so good! Just like what I remember from 25 years ago. Cosmo looks the same..... just a little older! We washed the sandwiches down with Dr Brown' cream sodas. They also carry Stewart's sodas. Wow! You don't find that delicious soda in a deli often. Cosmo carries the best products! BTW: the sandwiches are loaded up with the ingredients; there's no skimping here. I totally forgot sandwich photo

The #1 and the Chicken, Eggplant, or Meatball Parmigiana Sandwiches are literally perfect on every level. Expertly sliced, sized and also very fairly priced. The Daily Homemade soups are great as are the Daily Specials. If I lived closer I'd eat lunch here daily. Cash $$ only.