Chattanooga
220 customer reviews
April M.
Great lil dive sandwich shop...plus fun area to explore the shops. Service was attentive, and thoughtful
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Steve Mac Vitie
Great atmosphere Owner is a classic Love this place Best Reuben I ever had
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Charity Wooten
I love the vibe in here, the owner is always ready to talk and help a customer. he's got such a great personality and spirit. the food is incredible.
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David Baldwin
New York style deli. Loved it
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Allie B.
By far the best sandwich shop in Chattanooga... they have your order out in minutes and it's always delicious. Defiantly a hidden gem!
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Chris Sampson Scheib
Best NY sandwiches in the area! We finished every bite. Bruce sold us on the special and the reuben was to die for. Make sure you grab the NY cheesecake, too.
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Michele Marie Sampson
Loved this place! Awesome sandwiches and soup
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Michelle Rheal
AMAZING FOOD!!BEST REUBENS IN TOWN!!
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Anna S.
I was so surprised by this deli. I'm new to the area and always trying to find new restaurants and River Street Deli exceeded my expectations. The french dip was amazing and so fresh! Will definitely be coming back here. More...
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Christian H.
We ate here after wandering around the park one morning. The staff was super friendly and quick to suggest a sandwich for the both of us. We went with their suggestions! I had the special of the day, which was a wrap with pineapple and bacon chutney, turkey, greens and mozzarella cheese. My boyfriend had the French dip, which they make with beef tenderloin. Both were delicious and we will definitely visit again when back in the area. Oh, the desserts are good too! More...
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Cameron P.
Hands down the best deli in Chattanooga. They have rotating specials throughout the week not on menu. The stromboli is grade A. Their Cuban is great. The french dip is amazing. The Philly Ruben is soooo good. More...
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Tony O'Daniel
Awesome chicken bacon sandwich.
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William K.
A real deli. Wow. All the food is fresh, and the owner is creative and obviously pasionate about his creations. Just go, trust me.
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Madisyn Renay Bracey
We were here competing at the Skyhoundz World Championship 2019 and stopped by like we do every year... this year, I tried the Guac Chicken Wrap and OMG SO good! !! Definitely will be my new go to in the years to come! Thank you River Street Deli for always supporting us and welcoming us with open arms into your place! Until next year! More...
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Josh-sandra Thomas
best Reuben I have ever had. it was perfect. not too much bread. the sauerkraut wasn't over bearing and the meat was so tender.
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Jennifer Hancock
The Elana Ruz is literally the best sandwich I’ve ever had in my life.
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Ashton V.
The Philly Ruben with the slaw...SO good! My husband is still talking about it weeks later and even tried to "recreate" it at home himself. Definitely a new favorite for him!
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Heather Gibbs
Delicious!!!!!!!! We all had something different and no one complained at all. Great atmosphere and extremely friendly staff! We will be back for sure.
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Bethany R.
Stopped by on Sunday morning on our way out of town! Glad we did! The owner was wonderful and made a custom sandwich for our GF daughter - he really wanted to hear what SHE wanted specials are to die for! Tip: if you're on the fence, have your dining partner order one, you order another special and split it! Carbonation in the Coke machine is perfect! We will be back! Bring your appetite! More...
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Hugh Steckel
really good food and folks working there. I had the lox and bagel with potato salad. My wife got the Reuben with a Greek salad.
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Jeanne Bunch Trewhitt
This is one of my favorite places to eat on the NorthShore. Located on River Street across from Coolege Park. You will be glad you ate here.
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Kevin Thompson
Went today and had the Muffuletta was fantastic, wanted everything I saw. The owner was super nice. I will be a regular for lunch now.
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Ashley Tate
Great lunch and fun atmosphere!! A perfect spot to stop for lunch if you are passing through Chattanooga!!
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Genevieve Grow
Always appreciate Bruce’s recommendations on new items. My favorite is the roast beef sandwiches but today I tried the spicy salmon salad plate. Delicious. Had plenty to take home. More...
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Lacey Clingerman
the best muffelatta around. 100% my favorite sandwich place!
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Billy B.
In all my years of living in Chattanooga infrequent in the North Shore, somehow this little Jewel escaped my view.The place is authentic Bronx as they come. Or New York, I can't really remember. How much is a massive, I could not finish what I had and I'm fat boy.The only downside this is really nitpicking is that if you are not familiar with what you want, it can be a bit confusing. Some of the breads are tougher for some to chew and if you're not familiar with the ingredients or what goes in the sandwich, there aren't any pictures to help you.I doubt you will regret what you get, but make sure you understand what you're eating before you get it. Definitely looking forward to returning here. More...
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Bailey B.
This place was fantastic! I got the veggie panini and it was the best veggie sandwich I've ever had. The owner had a great personality and when I let him know I was vegetarian he gave me all kinds of suggestions. Everything is fresh and homemade and obviously made with lots of love and care. I will definitely come back! More...
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Mike Kelly
Great food! Great staff! Good location!
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Deborah Gilliss
What's not to love Between Bruce and the salmon I am one happy girl. ❤ No need to fly to NYC.... we have our own slice of authentic deli right here.
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Emiley B
the food is great. definitely will be going back to try other sandwiches
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Doug Pitner
Great deli sandwiches and awesome atmosphere.
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Lori Csala
the service is great the people were really nice and the food was most delicious I had the Ruben me and my friend shared it it was enough for the both of us we got a side cold salad I had the bowtie Italian and she had Greek cold salad I would recommend this to anybody that comes through definitely they use boar heads meats and cheeses
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Anastasia B.
Must go to lunch spot in Chattanooga. Probably some of the best sandwiches in the Chattanooga area. The staff are always friendly and greet you right as you walk in. I've enjoyed the specials including the Stromboli sandwich. At the busiest time the food is still prepared very quickly and the longest wait I have had was maybe 5- 10 minutes.They have a pretty big variety of sandwiches so there is something there for everyone - including gluten free and vegetarian options.The interior isn't anything fancy, it's pretty plain, however every time I have come in it's nice and clean, and the tables get cleaned right away.As far as drinks I believe they only offer beer as it is a lunch spot. More...
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Bobby Boehm
Best sandwiches in Chattanooga. Nothing else is close.
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Susan Peachey-Smith
Love this place. A true New York deli in Tennessee!! Staff is friendly and so polite food is amazing and the owner is heavenly and kind. The specials he makes are amazing you won’t be disappointed More...
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Shannon Smith
I lived in Chattanooga for 5 years and was lucky to find this hidden gem on the lower level at Coolidge Park. Thankfully, my in-laws are in Chattanooga, so I never pass up a chance to eat here when we're in town. Bruce is the real deal as far as a northeast deli goes, and he's doing things right. Check out the local artwork on the walls while you're here. And ride the carousel. More...
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Phyllis Vassar Karhatsu
Very quaint deli with homemade salads, soups, Stromboli’s etc!! Great price and very friendly!!
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Cole Sweeton
This is the only authentic NY Style deli in Chattanooga and it's worth visiting more than once a week just for the specials. The Elana Ruz is a personal favorite of mine as well! More...
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Montanna R.
This is the only place in Chattanooga that I would be heartbroken if it closed down. This is literally a one-of-a-kind place! EVERYTHING is fabulous. I get the Elena Ruz on most days.. but the specials that he has are always to die for..!!! The Stromboli.. OMG! Even the salads (chicken ceaser) & the cakes/pastries (baklava, cappuccino cake) are exceptional. I didn't want to write a review on this place bc I wanted to be selfish and keep them from running out of the specials before I get there..but these guys deserve their credit!! So a review was necessary. You'll feel like home when you go.. well, if home was a home with a genius deli chef and a personal pastry chef. Lol More...
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Stanley M.
This was an excellent surprise. Had breakfast there today. Fresh bagel, cream cheese, in-house smoked salmon, capers, tomato and onion with a fresh cup of coffee. The food was fresh, the salmon was out of this world. This restaurant is more NY than some of the NY restaurants! It's a small place, with a ton of local people. Most of them knew the owner when they came in. Its the kind of place you eat at every day. Their refrigerator case had a varied selection of meats and fish for take out as well as eating in. I will keep this deli on my list for my next visit to Chattanooga. Well worth the visit. More...
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Thomas Dodd
Great place. Stop every time I pass through Chattanooga.
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Jeff W.
Classic deli with amazing sandwiches. Turkey sandwich with Brie was out of this world. Great value for a sandwich.
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Natalie R.
I come here every time I visit Chattanooga. Best sammiches around!! The owner and staff are very knowledgeable and helpful and the location is perfect, right in the middle of all the shops!
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Naomi Setliffe
Best Stromboli I’ve ever had!!!
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Georgia Sauls Gregory
Me and husband found this place on our way back to Alabama..Food was amazing!
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Lori L.
Great food and the owner is always willing to give you great descriptions of the specials. A really. Ew York type deli. All the sandwiches i have had have been very good. I recently tried their chef salad - really great and the lemon honey dressing was surprisingly great! More...
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Meagan Adams Hecht
Being from the East Coast, I was very happy to try this place and it did NOT disappoint!! Food was delicious!
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GaryandDean Stone Pickett
Do your self a favor and come eat with Bruce & his excellent, friendly staff!
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Nick Hurst
One of the best best club sandwiches!
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Denise L. Lucido
Had a delicious Ruben & their potato salad & iced tea, busy as all get out, but still a good experience in downtown Chattanooga, thanks River Street Deli !
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