Samel's Deli and Catering
A beloved deli serving up classic and signature sandwiches, vibrant salads, and nostalgic deli favorites with a friendly smile.
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Samel's Deli and Catering
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A beloved deli serving up classic and signature sandwiches, vibrant salads, and nostalgic deli favorites with a friendly smile.
Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid long waits by visiting during non-busy times.
Ask staff for recommendations
Employees are friendly and can suggest delicious vegetarian or other options.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Deli
Price
Mid-range
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Signature Sandwiches
Dive into iconic sandwiches like 'The Samels Club' or 'The Bogg', crafted with quality ingredients for a truly satisfying bite.
Flavorful Salads
Explore a wide array of salads with abundant toppings and unique choices like Cajun chicken, at excellent prices.
Nostalgic Deli Experience
Enjoy classic deli favorites, from hot pastrami on rye to perfectly prepared sides, in a friendly, family atmosphere.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid long waits by visiting during non-busy times.
Ask staff for recommendations
Employees are friendly and can suggest delicious vegetarian or other options.
Consider takeout or catering
If dining in isn't feasible, these are great alternatives for enjoying their food.
Sides can be small
Be aware that side dishes might be on the smaller side.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid long waits by visiting during non-busy times.
Ask staff for recommendations
Employees are friendly and can suggest delicious vegetarian or other options.
Consider takeout or catering
If dining in isn't feasible, these are great alternatives for enjoying their food.
Sides can be small
Be aware that side dishes might be on the smaller side.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Samel's Deli and Catering is celebrated for its consistently delicious sandwiches and generous, flavorful salads, with many patrons highlighting the quality of ingredients. The staff's friendliness adds to the positive experience, though some reviews mention the sides being small and inconsistent service at a different location. Despite minor critiques on portion size for sides, the overall consensus is a strong recommendation for its excellent food and welcoming atmosphere.
"Sandwiches are perfection! Only negative is I wish it was bigger for the price. Sides are also extremely small. Still 5 stars, because the quality was excellent."
Renata Porter
"So first the food was great and was easily worth the stop, however this place definitely is in need of like 2 more people as the front of the house is in dire need of help.
When you walk in, it was slightly obvious that people were at the counter ordering at the register, but the walls just had the French cleats, which would normally hold the missing menu boards. So signs inside... coolers of beverages with no notes... multiple pallets of drinks in the dining room... almost all the tables needed to be cleaned to the point where some customers grabbed towels and spay to clean their own tables. The current menus were just black and white photocopies at the register.
As good as the great as the food was, the rest needs some attention."
Brian Klement
"I’ve gotten Samel’s a few times. Every time, they are consistent and DELICIOUS! Their menu is very large; there are so many options. The food is wonderful and also greatly priced. I picked up some food yesterday with my co-worker and all of the employees were super friendly and nice. Shout out to everyone that works there! You work hard to make delicious food and through all that you’re still very kind and funny!"
Kaitlyn Anderson
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Frequently Asked Questions
Popular signature sandwiches include 'The Samels Club' and 'The Bogg', known for their quality ingredients and delicious taste.
Yes, Samel's offers vegetarian options, such as grilled vegetable sandwiches with mozzarella, tomato, and hummus, which are staff-recommended.
The salads are highly regarded, featuring abundant toppings and unique choices like Cajun chicken, praised for their freshness and flavor.
Many reviewers agree that the food is worth the wait, especially during peak lunch hours, due to the quality and taste.
Side salads are fresh with a delicious dressing, and coleslaw is also noted as delicious. However, some reviews mention that sides can be very small for the price. +1
Yes, takeout and catering services are available, making it a convenient option if dining in is not possible.
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