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Kathy De's Deli

4.7430 reviews ·Opens at 8AM tomorrow
My coworker has been coming here since she was a kid, and she will tell you that every single thing on the menu is delicious
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Kathy De's Deli — high-caliber deli in Bridgeport. Service that's warm without being over the top. "The Cajun is just a yummy sandwich and the Italian beef was some of the best in city" — Mikaela Salmans [$]

What 430 diners keep saying

Great valueNeighborhood institutionFamily friendlyQuick biteHidden gem
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3642 S Parnell Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Bridgeport
Today8AM-4PM
SunClosed
Mon–Fri8AM-4PM
Sat10AM-4PM
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What 430 diners keep saying

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Review photo by Tara Sheehan
Oct 2025

The best! Great service, large portions, reasonable prices. I love their breakfast sandwiches, Italian subs (delish hot peppers), soups, specials (meatloaf and sloppy joes), and Cajun chicken salad/sandwich. A must try Chicago hidden gem.

Tara Sheehan

Tara Sheehan

6 reviews on Google

Review photo by Sabrina
Jul 2025

Let me start off with saying the vibes were great from all staff to the community that came in and ordered. It reminded me of a community deli back in NYC. All walks of life coming in through this shop. Loved it. My boyfriend and I ordered the Cajun chicken sandwich special and buffalo chicken sandwich. Both great and tastes fresh, and the fries that came with were crispy and tasty. I was also a big fan of thee sweet chocolate chip cookie that was wrapped at the counter. Wish I bought more actually. The place was clean and neat. Decent amount of seating for a small spot, also had a nice patio with seating. We became fans as we were passing through Bridgeport. All love🫶🏼

Sabrina

Sabrina

57 reviews on Google

Review photo by Fabian Pineda
May 2025

amazing chicago establishment for sandwiches. some of the best in the city. the staff is extremely welcoming and attentive. a go to staple of mine from now on! This restaurant is pure Representation of Bridgeport. I love it!!!!

Fabian Pineda

Fabian Pineda

195 reviews on Google

Review photo by Jennifer Cao
Oct 2024

Always a must stop when I’m in the area! The rio is delicious alone and a bonus with the au jus included. We had no complaint for the fries in our meal, however, the staff brought out fresh/hot fries for us since we were given an older batch. What a nice guy and great customer service!

Jennifer Cao

Jennifer Cao

6 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Greatest sandwiches in Bridgeport!

Thomas Rosellini

Thomas Rosellini

57 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Amazing Cajun chicken sandwich-owner &son on site super friendly & welcoming -absolutely a MUST stop in Chicago

Jennifer Obeidin

Jennifer Obeidin

6 reviews on Google

Jun 2026

One of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had and the staff was friendly 😀

Trvlr

Trvlr

212 reviews on Google

Jun 2026

The food is always great.

Ivan Jackson

Ivan Jackson

37 reviews on Google

Apr 2026

Food was dynamite. True neighborhood gem

John Miraglia

John Miraglia

3 reviews on Google

Apr 2026

If I could give this place more than 5 stars I would. I really enjoy their cold sub sandwiches. They also have really good hot sandwiches, daily soups and specials. Big portions. It’s quite the neighborhood local friendly Bridgeport vibe. Very friendly staff. The owners are also very friendly and approachable. Great place to visit for food and overall experience.

Snax Trax

Snax Trax

6 reviews on Google

Mar 2026

Tasty turkey sandwich and creme of chicken soup!

Cyndi Hawkins

Cyndi Hawkins

12 reviews on Google

Jan 2026

The food is killer and so are ladies behind the counter.

Learned the hard way

Learned the hard way

107 reviews on Google

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