Pickles NY Deli

If you’re anywhere near Longwood and craving an authentic deli experience, Pickles Deli is an absolute must. The hot corned beef on homemade rye was outstanding — tender, perfectly heated, and piled generously without being overwhelming. The rye bread tasted fresh and had that ideal balance of softness and structure that holds everything together without getting soggy. Every bite was rich, savory, and exactly what you hope for when ordering a classic deli sandwich. And the pickles — wow. Crisp, flavorful, and perfectly brined. They weren’t just a side; they elevated the entire meal with that bright, tangy snap that complements hot corned beef so well. Service made the experience even better. Our server, John, was witty, smart, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. He struck the p

So I stopped in again for a sandwich but wasn’t sure what I wanted. I’ve tried the pastrami and the corned beef in the past and both were pretty good. But today I wanted something different. I ordered a Philly Cheesesteak (American way) which the cashier didn’t know what that meant, and asked if I wanted cheese whiz or another type of cheese, even though it’s spelled out on their menu. She was NOT very friendly all, and her nose ring didn’t help matters. I waited the avg time of 10-15 min not a problem. When I got back to the office I was a little surprised at how little actual steak there was. Not only was it barely there but the grill person went way too heavy on the salt. 🥴 However the sandwich was tasty barring all the salt, the bread was toasted which is a plus. I know food prices hav

What an great little find! I would have never found it if a friend hadn't told me about it. (This is a true friend - a keeper). I recommend, pretty much, anything, but the pastrami & potato salad are sooooo on point! De-Lish! Staff was great, the place is clean, & i absolutely adore all the NYC decor - they even have a subway mural! Too cool!

As a New Yorker, I was craving something authentic, so naturally I drove almost an hour for this place. Bold move. I ordered the pastrami sandwich, because that’s kind of the whole point. They proudly offer pastrami, corned beef, and a pastrami platter, which sounds impressive until you actually eat it. Let’s be clear: nothing here comes close to real New York deli food—especially Katz’s on Houston Street. If this place wants to claim they’re better, they should probably take that off the menu immediately.

The girlfriend surprised me with lunch on a casual, beautiful Saturday afternoon. I dined like a king! Kinish starter, Chicken parm hoagie, Big Ragu pizza and a Reese’s cheesecake and washed it down with a Yuengling and Dr Pepper. The gf got a Ruban with a chocolate cheesecake and 6 cookie sampler pack. Our server Lauren was amazing! We were well taken care of. Can’t wait to come back soon with my tiny Italian Brooklyn mother.