Uptown Deli
Jeremy Fitch · 61 Google reviewsUptown Deli — top-tier deli in Uptown. Order the Italian Beef. Not your typical menu, in a good way, and well-priced. "The meat is seasoned perfectly, the bread is delicious and it’s a massive sandwich" — Michael Clark [$]
What 249 diners keep saying
What 249 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“The reviews aren't kidding - the food is awesome, and the guys working are so nice and gracious. We got chicago dogs, a northsider, a big Wrigley, and the big windy panini. I'm not kidding when I say it was all phenomenal. They dont skimp out on the meat AT ALL and the prices are so reasonable. Unfortunately I live 3 hours away, so I will just be thinking about this place for the next few years 😭 Pictures are of the northsider and panini”
“I’m not sure about the paninis yet, but these are some great deli subs, quickly, at reasonable prices. Great to-go on the way to the lakefront.”
“Been wanting to try this place out. Ordered a panini. Came out fast. Tasted fantastic!!! Toasted perfectly. Satisfying crunch. Photo speaks for itself!”
“Great Italian beef here! Think it was about 3.5 lbs. of meat, great jus, great bread, very affordable, friendly staff, cool vibe all around. Counting the days til I go back.”
“From MN; Had a great first-real Chicago experience throughout my trip with this place nearby. This place was the hardest goodbye, if you ask me. Hah.”
“Never thought a convenience store would inspire this level of admiration within me, yet here I am, strongly urging you to go to Uptown Deli! Initially started going here because they were the ONLY place open after work- now I go for my nicotine/lil’ treat needs at all hours of the day because I love this spot so much. Great corner store with a surprisingly vast selection of snacks (if you’re looking for Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams deep cut flavors, this is the spot), good vibes, and the BEST employees!!”
“My morning was ruined- on 5/15/26 @ 10am I came here to get a chicken penne in which I seen online for 1 of your reviews - The cooks were rude & laughing at me in their language- I didn’t deserve this. I was nice & asked the cook for the chicken penne 7x he insisted he only had veggie & turkey penne. I said sir listen to what I’m actually asking for instead of just saying no automatically-I said pictures are online stating you do have chicken deli meat . After having to battle back in forth I looked down & I said sir you do have chicken deli meat it’s right here“ he states I thought you were speaking of fried chicken breast “ why would I be asking for fried chicken breast in a deli “? I hate having to make things about race but unfortunately just a black woman trying to get a sandwich- why so hostile with me- Geeeshhh I’m a paying customer- I will not be back”
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