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The Best Sandwiches in New York
Katz's Delicatessen is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

1. Katz's Delicatessen

9.1
205 E Houston St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Lower East Side · 1449 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A true New York original, absolutely order the incredible pastrami, but be warned about re-enacting Meg Ryan's famous performance from 'When Harry Met Sally' filmed here!

Parm is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

2. Parm

8.3
248 Mulberry St (btwn Prince & Spring St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · NoLita · 493 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The chicken parmesan - in platter or sandwich form - is to die for. Finish it off with a slice of the ice cream cake for a truly indulgent meal.

3. Num Pang Sandwich Shop

21 E 12th St (btwn 5th Ave & University Pl), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Greenwich Village · 276 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Serving what might be the best sandwiches in town. Try the Grilled Khmer Sausage Sandwich with Market Pickles and the Grilled Corn on the cob. Be ready for really long lines.

'Wichcraft is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

4. 'Wichcraft

11 E 20th St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Flatiron District · 99 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: One of the best sandwich shops in NYC – definitely treat yourself to a slow roasted pork sandwich and a beer while enjoying their outdoor space.

The Grey Dog is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

5. The Grey Dog

8.8
242 W 16th St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Café · Chelsea · 386 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Don’t be surprised to find yourself waiting in line and drooling like a dog for a chilly Iced Mochaccino and a Brisket Press sandwich.

6. The Meatball Shop

84 Stanton St (btwn Allen & Orchard St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Lower East Side · 621 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Meatballs are a must (classic beef with spicy meat sauce), but so is the Brownie Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich.

David's Brisket House is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

7. David's Brisket House

8.7
533 Nostrand Ave (btwn Herkimer St & Atlantic Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Sandwich Spot · Bedford-Stuyvesant · 75 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: You come here for the awesome sandwiches, not the atmosphere. Mouthwatering Pastrami and Brisket Beef. If you have room…have a dessert.

Carnegie Deli is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

8. Carnegie Deli

854 7th Ave (at West 55th St), New York, NY
Deli · Theater District · 289 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A tourist destination that charges $3 to split a sandwich. Still…it’s worth it once you dive into their giant pastrami sandwich served in a hot minute.

Eisenberg's Sandwich Shop is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

9. Eisenberg's Sandwich Shop

174 5th Ave (btwn 22nd & 23rd St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Flatiron District · 284 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Sit at the counter and enjoy the best Philly Cheese Steak outside of Philly! Also good are the hot pastrami sandwich and the egg cream.

Spreads is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

10. Spreads

441 Park Ave S (at E 30th St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Rose Hill · 105 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Their sandwiches are a bit on the small side, but pack a ton of flavor. The roast beef sandwich here is not to be missed - they even sneak BBQ potato chips into it. Genius!

Melt Shop is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

11. Melt Shop

601 Lexington Ave (at E 53rd St. (Atrium lower level)), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Midtown East · 70 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: For a truly indulgent meal, go for the Dirty or Buttermilk Fried Chicken grilled cheese paired with the Shop Tots. You'll thank us later!

il Buco Alimentari & Vineria is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

12. il Buco Alimentari & Vineria

8.8
53 Great Jones St (btwn Lafayette St & Bowery), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · NoHo · 246 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Delicious Italian in a lively atmosphere, but the real stars of the show are the short ribs for 2, the porcetta sandwich and the Cacio e Pepe. They're totally worth the hype.

Defonte's Sandwich Shop is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

13. Defonte's Sandwich Shop

9.2
379 Columbia St (at Luquer St), Brooklyn, NY
Sandwich Spot · Red Hook · 89 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Stop at this bare bones sandwich shop during your bike tour of Brooklyn. Get The Dino, the Cuban or the Vinnie Barbarino. A small is good enough, a large is overkill.

Certe is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

14. Certe

8.0
22 West 55th Street (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Midtown East · 55 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A great place to order lunch or cater your next event. The sandwiches are the stars here…we miss the Mr. Potato Skin…but our beltline doesn’t.

No. 7 Sub is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

15. No. 7 Sub

1188 Broadway (btwn E 28th & E 29th St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · NoMad · 223 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Come to the sub shop in the Ace Hotel for breakfast and try General Tso’s Soft Boiled Fried Egg Sandwich. If you want lunch, try General Tso’s Tofu Sub.

Saltie is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

16. Saltie

378 Metropolitan Ave (at Havemeyer), Brooklyn, NY
Sandwich Spot · Williamsburg · 141 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Some of the best and most decadent sandwiches around – Definitely get the Scuttlebutt or the Romaine Dinghy – the salad sandwich, when it’s being available.

Parisi Bakery Delicatessen is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

17. Parisi Bakery Delicatessen

8.4
198 Mott St (at Kenmare St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · NoLita · 123 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Two words: The Dennis - a mouth-watering, perfectly breaded chicken cutlet sandwich with fresh mozzarella and prosciutto. This one will put any other sandwich to shame.

Murray's Cheese Bar is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

18. Murray's Cheese Bar

264 Bleecker St (at Cornelia St), New York, NY
Cheese Store · West Village · 119 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: While Murray's is known for their great selection of cheeses, you can't come here without trying the grilled cheese with tomato soup. It's the perfect lunch!

Mile End Delicatessen is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

19. Mile End Delicatessen

8.9
97A Hoyt St (btwn Atlantic Ave & Pacific St), Brooklyn, NY
Sandwich Spot · Boerum Hill · 314 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: You must try the smoked meat sandwich, the poutine and the sour pickles. They are closed daily from 4.30-5.30. Not much in the way of seating, so be prepared to wait.

2nd Ave Deli is one of The Best Sandwiches in New York.

20. 2nd Ave Deli

8.7
162 E 33rd St (btw 3rd & Lexington Ave), New York, NY
Jewish Restaurant · Rose Hill · 181 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A perfect lunch to split for two – the best Matzoh Ball Soup in the city, followed by Pastrami on Rye and pickles on the side.