Best Delicatessens In Pittsburgh

The word delicatessen is borrowed from the German language and means "delicious or high quality food." Frequently shortened to "deli," delicatessens have become a go-to place for specialty foods, meats, cheeses and also a place to get a great sandwich or quick bite to eat. Many delis prepare fresh food and offer catering services. They truly are a place where delicious food can be found! Here are some great delicatessens in Pittsburgh where you can find some great food and other high quality products.

Smallman Street Deli
2840 Smallman St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 421-3354
www.smallmanstreetdeli.com

With locations on Smallman St. in the Strip District and on Murray Ave. in Squirrel Hill, the Smallman Street Deli is known for its high quality selection of meats and cheeses as well as a fantastic menu of sandwiches. Smallman Street Deli's Ruben and Rachel sandwiches have been voted as Pittsburgh favorites. The menu offers a variety of salads, sandwiches and bakery items, including a "build your own" sandwich option so you can enjoy the sandwich that is just right for you.

Szmidt's Old World Deli
957 Liberty Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
(412) 281-1128
www.szmidts.com

If you're downtown and looking for a great selection of freshly prepared meats, breads and food, Szmidt's Old World Deli is a great place to stop. Szmidt's roasts and brine cures meats in-house. The meats are the perfect accompaniment for the freshly baked breads and made from scratch, with sauces also available. Try one of he tasty pastrami options, some freshly prepared pierogies or a tasty salad.

The Italian Bread Place
2381 Noblestown Road
PIttsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 922-2970
www.theitalianbreadplace.com

If you love to eat sandwiches on freshly baked bread, The Italian Bread Place is the place to go. This deli specializes in freshly baked bread products and also offers Boar's Head meats and cheeses for the perfect complement. The Italian Bread Place offers full catering service and also a lunch menu to enjoy on site. Bring some friends to enjoy the two foot long sub with best of the deli's fresh bread and meat offerings.

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Sal's City Deli
245 7th St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 434-1100
www.salscitydeli.com

If you are looking for a great place to have a sandwich before catching a show at the Benedum Center, Sal's City Deli, located nearby, is a great choice. Try one of Sal's specialties such as the potato pancake Ruben, a grilled citrus salmon salad or a roasted pork Cuban sandwich. Evening appetizers such as warm pretzels with beer cheese, fried pickles and chicken fingers are available after 3 p.m.

Campus Deli
400 Semple Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 683-3200
www.campusdelipittsburgh.com

Convenient to Pitt and CMU, the Campus Deli in Oakland is a favorite among students and nearby residents. Some favorite sandwiches include the student, which features chicken tenders, french fries, pepper jack cheese and thousand island dressing. Campus Deli offers a nice selection of salads, hot sandwiches and sides to enjoy. Best of all, you can get Campus Deli delivered if you live in the Oakland area.

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Jennifer Stockdale is a native of the greater Pittsburgh, PA area. She is a restaurant marketer and wine enthusiast and one of the hosts of the East Coast Wine Geeks Podcast. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.