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Schmaltz Delicatessen

Schmaltz Delicatessen

Deli and Sandwich Spot$$$$
Lisle
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    Karl C.
    "The Sloppy Paul is the Best Rueben you will ever eat."(3 Tips)
    Sharon C.
    "Matzah ball soup, potato pancakes, rukalah and great bagels to boot!"(2 Tips)
    Kate F.
    "One of the most authentic Jewish delis in Naperville."(2 Tips)
    Della Z.
    "Can't go wrong with the pastrami sandwich and chicken noodle soup!"(8 Tips)
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  • Carlos H.
    Carlos HeviaNovember 10, 2017
    No doubt they have the goods on the NY Deli thing. It's the real deal. But those prices...oy vey!!!
  • Nicholas B.
    Nicholas BrichettoJuly 27, 2012
    GREAT place!!! This place reminds me of the famous Katz' Deli in NY... Big sandwiches and fresh. The only thing is they'er much nicer!!! Dbl thumbs up! I'll make sure to go out of my way to come back!
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    Sharon CostabileNovember 5, 2014
    Ok the best authentic Jewish deli in naperville! Awesome corned beef sandwiches piled high. Matzah ball soup, potato pancakes, rukalah and great bagels to boot!
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    KevinJune 25, 2020
    Great pastrami and corned beef. Many good options from Reuben to pastrami and cheese on rye. Good soups and chili also
  • Mike K.heart icon on user image
    Mike KowalczykAugust 9, 2014
    My mouth waters just thinking about the Adams (corned beef and pastrami on marble rye)!
  • Kate F.
    Kate FurmanJanuary 7, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    One of the most authentic Jewish delis in Naperville. The new yorker sandwich is amazing!
  • Della Z.
    Della ZNovember 4, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Can't go wrong with the pastrami sandwich and chicken noodle soup! Lots of seating for the weekday lunch crowd.
  • Tim H.
    Tim HaeusslerOctober 28, 2013
    Secret sandwiches each week for $5, follow them on Facebook, Twitter or email for each weeks special.
  • Mike D.heart icon on user image
    Mike DoyleJune 24, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    The pastrami/corned beef sandwich, forgot the order name #11, is an awesome sandwich
  • Glenna H.heart icon on user image
    Glenna HessApril 22, 2016
    Pastrami. Pickles corn beef great deli sandwiches
  • Arthur Z.
    Arthur ZardsDecember 3, 2010
    Check their website for their monthly soup calendar. You can plan ahead on some creative soups. (chicken pot pie soup my Fav)
  • Mark V.
    Mark VictoriaSeptember 6, 2014
    Get anything involving corned beef or pastrami. You won't be disappointed.
  • Mike B.heart icon on user image
    Mike BechtelApril 3, 2015
    So darn good. Easily the best sandwiches in Naperville.
  • Sam P.
    Sam P.May 2, 2014
    This place is epically good. If you've never been, you're missing out!
  • Ryan V.heart icon on user image
    Ryan Van DykeOctober 31, 2014
    The Old New Yorker is scary delicious!
  • Mark T.
    Mark ToomeyAugust 26, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Corned beef is amazing! Matzo ball soup is very good too!
  • Chris P.
    Chris PullmanJune 9, 2011
    Ya gotta try the overstuffed Sloppy Paul! I always get it with half corned beef and half roast beef! AWESOME!!
  • Drew D.
    Drew DePriestSeptember 1, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the #12 and #19 and a black and white cookie. Thank me later.
  • Jorie J.
    Jorie JohnsonDecember 8, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Wow- overstuffed really means OVERSTUFFED! Reuben (#14) is delicious!
  • Joe S.
    Joe SpaloSeptember 1, 2012
    Try the dip. You might need a wheelchair after you finish but it's worth it!
  • Dave S.heart icon on user image
    Dave SMay 12, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Everything is delicious.. It's scary how good the food is.
  • Terrass M.heart icon on user image
    Terrass MisherMay 5, 2015
    Hannah's Veggie Pita is Delicious
  • Tim H.heart icon on user image
    Tim HaeusslerMarch 3, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    You have to try their Ruben, the Sloppy Paul.
  • Randy W.heart icon on user image
    Randy W.July 23, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    If I could make one suggestion, come hungry and regardless of which sandwich you get, expect a mess!
  • Tim H.heart icon on user image
    Tim HaeusslerMay 20, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Outdoor picnic tables are available.
  • Philip P.
    Philip PadovaniAugust 6, 2013
    Wow this Wall Street Sammy is lahaiemlicious!
  • Maggie Y.
    Maggie YeglicFebruary 23, 2014
    Best deli in the area.
  • Karl C.
    Karl CordesOctober 29, 2011
    The Sloppy Paul is the Best Rueben you will ever eat.
  • Tiffany C.heart icon on user image
    Tiffany CortezJune 16, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Pastrami. Enough said.
  • Lauren K.
    Lauren KosiekApril 4, 2012
    The food is sooooo goood , they have huge sandwiches . (-;
  • Isaac F.
    Isaac FishAugust 12, 2011
    Try the Dr. Brown's Cream Soda, it is awesome!
  • Brian S.
    Brian S.September 22, 2013
    The half servings are huge as heck.
  • Kavin W.
    Kavin WilliamsJune 22, 2017
    Haven't taste my Ruben sandwich but the are kinda expensive
  • Ana W.heart icon on user image
    Ana WitaszczykNovember 26, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Get some bagel chips for later, they're tasty goodness
  • Steve S.
    Steve SSeptember 26, 2012
    Love the music ! This place owns
  • Jerry S.
    Jerry SkovieJanuary 31, 2012
    I've always been a huge Reuben fan.
  • David M.
    David MalamutNovember 7, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Try the corned beef its great
  • Kristen S.
    Kristen SmithNovember 10, 2012
    Best pastrami ever!
  • Mario A.
    Mario AlonsoApril 10, 2012
    Best sandwiches anywhere!!!
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    AndrewAugust 31, 2012
    It's pretty good. I wasn't crazy about it like other reviewers.
  • Rudy
    RudyDecember 26, 2010
    Hot brisket sandwich is off the charts!
  • Ericka Lynn
    Ericka LynnJune 28, 2010
    The best Jewish Deli in the midwest! Read more
  • Kristin M.
    Kristin McCannSeptember 2, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Ship Schmaltz across the country - www.schmaltzonline.com Read more
  • Michael H.
    Michael HoffmanAugust 24, 2010
    Best deli in the area. Soups are usually solid. They tend to be soup nazis when ordering. Beats jasons deli or subway any day.
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