If you're craving a classic Italian sub and find yourself in Phoenix, you're in luck. Frank's New York Style Deli, a staple within the Arizona sandwich scene since 1982, has been recognized once again for serving the best sandwiches in the state. Tasting Table and Yelp have both bestowed upon this unassuming deli titles that scream local approval and national attention.
According to Phoenix New Times, Frank's has been commended for its traditional New York-style sandwiches, such as the pastrami on rye and the Reuben, as well as for their famous "The Tony" - an Italian sub with a loyal following. Packed with pepperoni, hot capicola, and genoa salami and rounded out with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onion, Italian dressing, mayo, mustard, and provolone cheese. Yelp's nod came in September 2024 when they hailed Frank's as the home of the best sandwiches in Arizona.
Operating out of a red-painted 1950s building at the corner of Orange Drive, Frank's is more than just a business. It's a community fixture where the sandwiches are still made with care by the family that started it all. That commitment to quality is reflected in the deli's 4.8-star rating from 472 reviewers on Yelp. It's not just the sandwiches that get attention either; the deli boasts appearances on Yelp’s 2023 list of "Top Southwestern Restaurants" and The Republic's 100 Essential Restaurants in 2024.
Other offerings from Frank's celebrate the variety and heartiness of deli fare. One can find everything from corned beef to roast beef, pastrami, salami, steak sandwiches, salads, and desserts. As for the go-to hot option, Phoenix New Times recommends the meatball sub, a messy yet irresistible option that surely satisfies the hungriest of sandwich aficionados.
To experience the charm and flavor that have made Frank's a local legend, visitors and residents alike can stop by 2301 W. Orange Drive in Phoenix. Those who wish to keep up with the deli can also follow the joint on Instagram at @frankssubsaz, as noted by AZCentral.
