There is a deli in Columbus, Ohio, where the sandwiches are so good that people drive across town, plan lunch stops on road trips, and come back at least once a month just to work their way through the menu. The bread is fresh, the meat is generous, and the pickles are free.
Ohio has no shortage of great lunch spots, but this one operates on a different level entirely. I visited on a busy afternoon, managed to snag a table, and walked away with serious opinions about corned beef, pastrami, and the underrated power of a well-stocked pickle barrel.
If you have ever wondered what a truly legendary neighborhood deli looks like in the heart of the Midwest, keep reading, because this place delivers the full picture.
A Columbus Institution With Deep Roots
Some restaurants earn their reputation over years of consistency, and this deli has had plenty of time to do exactly that…