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The 5 best delis in Detroit

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Published on January 11, 2019
The 5 best delis in DetroitDelite Cafe & Deli. | Photo: Taher A./Yelp

Looking to try the top delis around?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top delis in Detroit, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fulfill your urges.


1. Mudgie's Deli & Wine Shop

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Topping the list is Mudgie's Deli & Wine Shop. Located at 1413 Brooklyn St. in Corktown, the deli, wine bar and traditional American spot is the highest rated deli in Detroit, boasting four stars out of 804 reviews on Yelp.

2. Hygrade Deli

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Next up is Millenium Village's Hygrade Deli, situated at 3640 Michigan Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 109 reviews on Yelp, the deli has proven to be a local favorite.

3. Russell St Deli

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Russell St Deli, located at 2465 Russell St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the deli, which offers sandwiches, salads and more, four stars out of 214 reviews.

4. Original Gonella's

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Original Gonella's, a deli that offers sandwiches and specialty food, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 65 Yelp reviews. Head over to 295 S. Oakwood to see for yourself.

5. Delite Cafe & Deli

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Check out Delite Cafe & Deli, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 46 reviews on Yelp. You can find the deli and cafe, which offers juice and smoothies and more, at 3135 Caniff Ave.