Best Deli Sandwich in Chicago
3 restaurants compared
Price range: $19.95 – $22.95
Avg recommendation: 85%
Top 3 Deli Sandwich in Chicago (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 3 restaurants:
- Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen — 89% recommended, $19.95 (South Loop)
- Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen — 85% recommended, $21.95 (South Loop)
- Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen — 80% recommended, $22.95 (South Loop)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 3 Restaurants Compared
#189% recommend
Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen
South Loop·$$
Corned Beef Sandwich
$19.95
Hand-carved corned beef piled high on rye bread with coleslaw and mustard.
Tip: Walk through the cafeteria line, point at the corned beef, and let them hand-carve it fresh. The portion is generous — one sandwich is a full meal.
#285% recommend
Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen
South Loop·$$
Pastrami Sandwich
$21.95
Hand-carved pastrami on rye with coleslaw and mustard.
Tip: Pastrami is spicier than corned beef — try both if visiting multiple times to find your preference.
#380% recommend
Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen
South Loop·$$
Reuben
$22.95
Corned beef with melted Swiss cheese and sauerkraut on grilled rye bread.
Tip: The Reuben is hearty and filling — one sandwich is plenty. Order it griddled for the full experience.