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The Original John's Deli

The Original Johns Deli on Stillwell Avenue, Brooklyn has been a family owned and operated sandwich shop since 1968. The mission has always been to deliver the highest quality of hot and cold sandwiches at the most reasonable prices!

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What People are Saying

THIS is our go to for delivered lunch!! One of the best delis around all of Brooklyn (they're my #1 choice, truly).

– Frank G.

Yelp Reviewer

HOW ABOUT "DELICIOUS QUALITY FOOD"? THE PULLED PORK HERO IS THE BEST AROUND! RICE BALL WAS SO GOOD IM ORDERING 2 NEXT TIME! YOU CAN NOT GET SOUP THIS GOOD WITH SO MANY LARGE INGREDIENTS ANYWHERE ELSE! IM LOOKING TO RENT THE HOUSE NEXT DOOR!!

– Mitchell M

UberEats Reviewer

We are teachers and ordering from you guys is our reward once a week. Your food is amazing, and so much flavor!!!! Your menu is just outstanding and we have a great bunch of friends who come together to enjoy special times over a fantastically prepared meal! In a crazy world, you guys are the stability that we find great comfort in!!!! Thank you a million times over!!!!!

– Sheena

Seamless Review

John's deli never disappoints. The sandwiches are just amazing. Service is great. Staff on point.

– Eleanor V.

Yelp Reviewer

THIS is our go to for delivered lunch!! One of the best delis around all of Brooklyn (they're my #1 choice, truly).

– Frank G.

Yelp Reviewer

HOW ABOUT "DELICIOUS QUALITY FOOD"? THE PULLED PORK HERO IS THE BEST AROUND! RICE BALL WAS SO GOOD IM ORDERING 2 NEXT TIME! YOU CAN NOT GET SOUP THIS GOOD WITH SO MANY LARGE INGREDIENTS ANYWHERE ELSE! IM LOOKING TO RENT THE HOUSE NEXT DOOR!!

– Mitchell M

UberEats Reviewer

We are teachers and ordering from you guys is our reward once a week. Your food is amazing, and so much flavor!!!! Your menu is just outstanding and we have a great bunch of friends who come together to enjoy special times over a fantastically prepared meal! In a crazy world, you guys are the stability that we find great comfort in!!!! Thank you a million times over!!!!!

– Sheena

Seamless Review

John's deli never disappoints. The sandwiches are just amazing. Service is great. Staff on point.

– Eleanor V.

Yelp Reviewer

Reviews

The Original John's Deli
The Original John's Deli
3.9
Based on 455 Reviews
Nancy B.
Nancy B.
25 days ago
catered from Johns deli, food was amazing and enjoyable! Makes the Best sandwiches , Ari was a pleasure to work with! read more
Mattie S.
Mattie S.
a month ago
Ordered food for my daughter's 21st birthday party. The food and service were amazing! I would definitely reorder again. read more
C S.
C S.
a month ago
Have been ordering for John's Deli religiously for years, and only from Stilwell Avenue! There has not been a sandwich, an appetizer or side dish that has... read more
Gloria X.
Gloria X.
a month ago
I had the Vinny Chase cold sandwich which was decent. Good amount of prosciutto, although it was cut pretty thickly so it required an amount of chewing. The... read more
Michele S.
Michele S.
a month ago
I was here for the first time ever a couple of weeks ago. I have heard good things about this establishment for what feels like an eternity. I was very... read more
Salvatore N.
Salvatore N.
2 months ago
Absolutely a great place to sit down and relax and enjoy an excellent sandwich with good people read more
Brandi S.
Brandi S.
3 months ago
The Chicken Noodle Soup was good but as much as I paid for a Pastrami Sandwich and ask for Swiss cheese, I got no cheese and a paltry amount of meat. I was... read more
Teddy B.
Teddy B.
4 months ago
Roast beef had absolutely no flavor. The best part of the sandwich was the bread. Way too expensive read more
Kimberly R.
Kimberly R.
6 months ago
My uncle worked in delis all though out Brooklyn and Manhattan growing so I've got a real nostalgic love for a truly good hero. This spot knows how to do... read more
Brandon Y.
Brandon Y.
6 months ago
Been here a couple times but always for the cold sandwiches. Came by again and opted to try some hot ones now. I got the Jimmy Conway (Turkey, Swiss,... read more
Natasha C.
Natasha C.
6 months ago
Love their sandwiches & fries. The names of their creations are clever. I still haven't tried the Omar Little. That will be for my next order! read more
Hadiya M.
Hadiya M.
8 months ago
As a Brooklyn native and sandwich lover, I can't believe I didn't come here earlier. John's deli serves up some delicious, made to order sandwiches with... read more
Xiao O.
Xiao O.
9 months ago
I recently savored a delightful chicken parmigiana sandwich at this spot. Layered with mozzarella and marinara sauce, it was simply delicious. The staff... read more
Cris T.
Cris T.
11 months ago
The order was simple: Johnny roast beef on a nine inch hero with the gravy on side. It was an amazing hero. There was plenty of roast beef with cheese and... read more
Mike M.
Mike M.
11 months ago
Last review I left for this place was in 2009 when it was still owned by the original owners. It is not the same as what it used to be. IMO the quality and... read more
Robert F.
Robert F.
12 months ago
An excellent deli offering tons of food options with an old-school atmosphere and lots of celebrity photographs. Service is usually pretty quick too! read more
Santino M.
Santino M.
12 months ago
John's Deli is a great place in South Brooklyn that has been open for decades. Their food is delicious and prices are reasonable. Their atmosphere is one of... read more
Amory B.
Amory B.
12 months ago
"John's Original Deli on Stilwell Ave is an absolute gem! I recently had the pleasure of trying their Johnny Roast Beef and Jessie Pinkman sandwiches, and... read more
Nicole Z.
Nicole Z.
a year ago
5 stars!!! The roast beef sandwich is myUltimate favorite!!! I order here ALL the time. My husband wants to take door dash off my phone because sometimes I... read more
Christian P.
Christian P.
a year ago
I came here on a weekday afternoon for the first time. The place was not crowded, but definitely a lot of traffic with a lot of people coming in and out,... read more
Radames G.
Radames G.
a year ago
Biggg sandwiches but overall great deli , it gives you like the traditional New York atmosphere because of the picture frames that are hang up in the wall read more
Rose D.
Rose D.
a year ago
Very small place. If you're not looking for it it is easy to miss. Glad I did not miss it!!!It's a small establishment, clean with indoor seating (3... read more
Adam W.
Adam W.
a year ago
Brings back memories happy fun joyful times never a regret old neighborhood pit stop when I lived on 20th Aveyou will never ever go wrong with food from... read more
Rhonda G.
Rhonda G.
a year ago
I can't say enough about Ari and the staff at John's Deli. They just catered a party for us for 80 people and everything we ordered was delicious. We even... read more
Crystal L.
Crystal L.
a year ago
Although I've lived around here my whole life, I don't know why I never popped in, even with so many of my friends telling me how great their sandwiches... read more
Bill S.
Bill S.
a year ago
When I'm in Brooklyn, I like to stick to my goto spots. I live on Long Island and if I want a warm roast beef sammy? Forgetaboutit. They'd look at me like I... read more
Suki C.
Suki C.
a year ago
We've been coming to Johns Deli for a few years now and every time we come, all the sandwiches are always so good. Usually we get the Johnny roast beef... read more
Tommy P.
Tommy P.
a year ago
The original John's deli has been around for many years and the sandwiches have always been delicious. I have not had a sandwich from here that I have not... read more
Justin M.
Justin M.
a year ago
Delicious chicken parmSub perhaps best I've ever had great business, I'd eat there a million times over read more
L. H.
L. H.
a year ago
It's true, the guys behind the counter aren't very friendly and not the least bit willing to answer questions about anything on the menu, but the service... read more
Crashkallahan ..
Crashkallahan ..
a year ago
I have been coming here for years, and in the last 6months they have fell off horribly. Roast beef tastes like old meat. The workers mess up EVERY order, by... read more
Janine P.
Janine P.
a year ago
It's July 1st - Hot as f*ck, and I got no interest in eating anything that's been "cooked" and served warm. The closest Sammich shop to my house is good,... read more
Anna A.
Anna A.
a year ago
I placed a catering order from them and the manager Ari was amazing. Helped me from the beginning to end. Everyone loved the food and the process was super... read more
Janine P.
Janine P.
a year ago
It's warm out; Too warm to eat "hot food". You're craving a sammich, but not just any ol' sammich - I'm talkin'... A Hero. A *real* hero, that's stuffed... read more
Jose T.
Jose T.
a year ago
First time there and all I can say is wow. I will definitely will be back again. The best roast beef hero I ever had. That gravy is a must. Fast service,... read more
Randall M.
Randall M.
2 years ago
I found myself in Gravesend and I took a trip to John's Deli instead of visiting L&B. John's Deli has been in business since 1968 and serves movie themed... read more
Deanna P.
Deanna P.
2 years ago
I usually only get the Johnny roast beef which definitely lives up to the hype! The sandwhich is perfection from the bread, to the caramelized onions, the... read more
Miriam C.
Miriam C.
2 years ago
What happen to this place!Did new owners take over? Not the same at all!!Place empty floors dirty roast beef hero was the worst!Roast Beef old dry... read more
Brian C.
Brian C.
2 years ago
Excellent food and quality ingredients, always pleased with my order and huge selection thank you read more
Alex F.
Alex F.
2 years ago
By far one of the best Deli's in Brooklyn weather u stop buy or order to go/delivery you will not be disappointed this spot has always been on point read more
Marc F.
Marc F.
2 years ago
QUINTESSENTIAL nyc deli. highly recommend anyone you find yourself in the neighborhood. ordered take a little bit to prepare. highly popular for take out... read more
Jonathan R.
Jonathan R.
3 years ago
The legend is real! I have been a long time customer of the John's deli on Staten Island. I have not stepped foot into the Brooklyn location in at least 25... read more

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Catering

We also provide catering for corporate events. We provide a wide variety of different options of plates and hot food trays. Visit the catering page to learn more!

Monday 10 AM - 10 PM

Tuesday 10 AM - 10 PM

Wednesday 10 AM - 10 PM

Thursday 10 AM - 10 PM

Friday 10 AM - 10 PM

Saturday 10 AM - 10 PM

Sunday 10 AM - 9 PM

CONTACT US

2033 Stillwell Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11223

info@the-original-johns-deli-f439ce.ingress-erytho.ewp.live

(718) 372-7481

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