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Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable delis in Kansas City, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture when cravings strike.
1. M & M Bakery And Deli
Topping the list is M & M Bakery and Deli, located at 1721 E. 31st St. in Linwood Homeowner-Ivanhoe. The bakery and deli, which offers sandwiches and more, is the highest-rated budget-friendly deli in Kansas City, boasting five stars out of 79 reviews on Yelp.
We turned there for an overview of M & M Bakery and Deli.
"Family ran and operated business handed down to the Williams Family by the late and great Bronia Roselevowski and Family," the business states in the history section of its Yelp profile. "M & M Bakery and Deli has been serving their great customers with their like-home family atmosphere for many decades and many more decades to come."
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"Family owned and family ran business since 1982" per the bio section of the business's Yelp profile.
In terms of signature items, "Home of the Hook Em' Up Ruben Cheesecake, Sticky Buns, Apple Fritters, Cinnamon Rolls and Chocolate Chip Cookies w/D'z Nuts" it notes on Yelp in the section about specialties.
2. D'bronx
Next up is Volker's D'bronx, situated at 3904 Bell St. With four stars out of 221 reviews on Yelp, the deli and Italian spot, serving pizza and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a low-priced option.
LaShon F. noted, "I ordered the the lasagna lunch special and it was very filling, it came with salad and garlic bread. When I arrived I had to wait a few minutes for my order to get ready."
Yelper Bill J. wrote, "Kind of a dingy collage joint with no beer but the food is top shelf eat with your fingers and a plastic fork great."
3. Johnny C's Deli & Pasta
Riverfront Industrial-Airline Junction's Johnny C's Deli & Pasta, located at 7012 Universal Ave., is another top choice. Yelpers give the cheap deli and pasta shop 4.5 stars out of 48 reviews.
If you're hungry for more, we found these details about Johnny C's Deli & Pasta.
"As a child, John Caracci, founder of Johnny C's Deli & Pasta, grew up in his grandmother's kitchen sampling authentic Sicilian cuisine," according to the history section of the business's Yelp profile. "Johnny's grandmother took great pride in the food she prepared for her family and it was here where Johnny developed a passion for cooking. Nearly 25 years ago, Johnny decided to open a restaurant that mirrored the experiences he had in his grandmother's kitchen."
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Regarding signature items, "Growing up in his grandmother's kitchen, John Caracci developed a passion for cooking delicious Italian cuisine," it notes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties. "In 1992, he decided to open a restaurant that mirrored the experiences of his youth with all the same feelings of family, commitment and love. That's why Johnny C's Deli & Pasta is one of Kansas City's most popular Italian delis and has become the staple for any soul looking for delicious home-style Italian food."
4. Browne's Irish Marketplace
Browne's Irish Marketplace, a deli and Irish spot that offers flowers, gifts and more at Valentine, is another much-loved, inexpensive go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 48 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3300 Pennsylvania Ave. to see for yourself.
The site can tell you a thing or two more about Browne's Irish Marketplace.
"Ed & Mary Dillon Flavin immigrated from Co. Kerry, Ireland and founded Flavins," according to the history section of the business's Yelp profile. "Their daughter, Margaret, married Co. Kerry immigrant Jim Browne. They took over the shop and renamed it Browne's. Bob Browne, the oldest son of the Browne's 11 children, took over the store with his wife Margie after returning from WWII."
Concerning signature items, "Browne's is a unique gem with something for everyone, Irish or not," it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. "Our deli offers fresh soups and sandwiches made from the best ingredients. We include vegetarian options."
5. Carollo's Italian Gourmet Grocery
Last but not least, there's Carollo's Italian Gourmet Grocery, which has earned four stars out of 97 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the meat shop, deli and grocery store by heading over to 9 E. Third St., The City Market.
Yelper Bill H., who reviewed Carollo's Italian Gourmet Grocery on Aug. 16 wrote, "Simply stated, the best Italian sandwich I have ever had. I've eaten here for 20+ years and every time the sandwich is a 10! Try the #1 with the hot Italian relish."
Anthony T. noted, "I lived in upstate, NY and had my fair share of sandwiches from authentic delicatessens and Carollo's does not disappoint. For the price point and quality of ingredients that you get is unmatched by the sandwich chains out there."
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