The 6 Best Delis in Cincinnati

Whether you’re in the mood for a BLT, a Reuben, a smoked turkey and swiss sandwich, or some other deli food, then you’re in luck.

Cincinnati has a variety of awesome delis around the city that serve up delicious sandwiches, soups, salads, and more.

In this article we share the 6 best delis worth checking out around the Queen City.

Map of Delis

The following map shows the location of every deli mentioned in this post:

Carl’s Deli

With a menu that features more than 30 different types of sandwiches, Carl’s Deli offers something for all sandwich and deli lovers.

Located in the heart of the Hyde Park neighborhood, this deli is a local favorite known for their delicious flavors and their friendly service. Our favorite sandwich on the menu is The Carl’s Country Club, but you can’t go wrong with any of their offerings.

Website: Carl’s Deli

Location: 2836 Observatory Ave # A, Cincinnati, OH 45208

Scherpies Produce & Deli

Located in the quaint St. Bernard neighborhood, Scherpies is a local favorite spot for all things deli. Their sandwiches are top notch and their service is friendly. It’s hard not to love this spot.

Website: Scherpiers Produce & Deli

Location: 503 E Ross Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45217

J & W Sandwich Shoppe‎

With a menu that features a club sandwich, a Philly steak hot sandwich, roast beef sandwich, a double BLT and much more, J&W is one of the best sandwich spots in the whole city. They also offer some delicious soups and salads that go well with the sandwiches.

Website: J & W Sandwich Shoppe

Location: 2004 Worth Ave, Norwood, OH 45212

Fred & Gari’s

Located in Downtown Cincinnati, Fred & Gari’s is a gourmet deli that specializes in soups, deli sandwiches, and salads. Known as one of the favorite lunch spots for those who work Downtown, Fred & Gari’s has a reputation for delicious sandwiches and quick service.

Website: Fred & Gari’s

Location: 629 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Silverglades on 8th

Located in Downtown Cincinnati, Silverglades on 8th is a deli that has been around since 1922 and holds the crown for the oldest deli in all of Cincinnati. Their menu features homemade wraps, pizzas, gumbo, sandwiches, bagels, and more. If you’re in the mood for some deli food, you simply can’t go wrong with this spot.

Website: Silverglades on 8th

Location: 236 E 8th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Fond: Lunch & Deli

Located in Montgomery, Fond is a lunch and deli spot that specializes in breakfast and lunch sandwiches, soups, and salads. They also offer humus and pita bread, a “burger of the month” and a variety of other menu options. This is one of our favorite delis to swing by if we happen to be in the northern suburbs of Cincinnati.

Website: Silverglades on 8th

Location: 10764 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242