Shapiro’s Delicatessen sits at 808 South Meridian Street in Indianapolis, and it’s a cornerstone of classic Jewish deli tradition, serving some of the best piled-high sandwiches in the Midwest. Pastrami and corned beef are sliced thick and stacked generously on fresh bread.
The flavors are rich, comforting, and timeless. Walking into Shapiro’s feels like stepping into deli history.
Indianapolis has a smaller but well-established Jewish community whose culinary traditions have shaped several of the city’s most enduring restaurants, adding a distinct thread to the broader Midwest food landscape. Shapiro’s earned its spot on our list of the best sandwiches nationwide, and the sandwiches here absolutely live up to that legacy…