My partner and I come to Schmaltz about once every two weeks. The food is absolutely delicious and we can sense the pride and passion in every single bite. We’re greeted every single time by Brandon with a huge smile and great attitude. Huge huge huge thank you guys, keep up the amazing work! Thank you for the recommendation on the dip Brandon!!
Tried this place out for the first time today, and let me tell you was I missing out! Tried the Sloppy Paul, overstuffed with both the beef and pastrami, and as the young man at the counter said ‘you’re doing it right’ boy was he telling the truth. That Rueben sandwich was the best I have ever had in my life. Just the right amount of everything! Absolutely worth every penny, will definitely be coming back for more! Thank you Schmaltz Deli!
Ordered for pickup. Got there 10mins after pickup time given via their website. Waited at the pickup (where the sign says pickup online orders) counter for 15mins before anyone acknowledged me. My order was sitting behind the counter. Guy at register could’ve just turned slightly to his right, ask for my name and hand me my order but looked past me and continued to take incoming customers. Pricey Cold bagels and soggy sandwiches. Unfortunately, Quality of food and service has gone downhill.
Maybe Im spoiled by the places Ive been downtown Chicago or even the places Ive been in New York but I cant validate spending $13.00 for a sandwich with 1/2 the meat taken out.I can get a mile high in the loop for $13 or a pastrami with chips and a drink on the upper west for $12. Why am I paying a premium because I visited Naperville?And I get that I paid for the 1/2 stuffed but with the amount I paid I shouldnt have 1/3 of my sandwich end up being a vegetarian sandwich of cold cheese, sauerkraut, and dressing.The ball of meat in the center of my sandwich was good though.
Fathers Day gift. I went to Schmaltzs Deli yesterday morning for brunch with two of my kids. After ordering our food, the gentleman running the register took a credit card out of his own wallet and paid for our food. I wasnt exactly sure what he was doing, but when I presented my credit card, he simply said Happy Fathers Day. It was such a kind gesture and made my day. As for the food it was excellent. My two teens had the French toast and they both agreed that it was the best that theyve ever had. Ive always liked Schmaltzs...now I love it.
Wonderful little family restaurant! Friendly staff, clean and fun dining area inside and a few picnic style tables outside as well. Good food. Asked for the biggest, meatiest sammich they had. Great sammich but for the 23$ I was expecting more. Most of their sammichs and dog are between 7$ and 14$ Would definitely go back next time Im in town.
Served me cold soup. server said she forgot to micro it. pickles out of a bottle and tasteless. server said that they dont have ice for the water. then when i went to the counter and asked another one, she got some ice. place is dirty and few customers there. food was lousy. stay away. . its expensive as well.
Hidden gem!! This a Jewish deli/ cafe. Fairly new. I have not tried the sandwiches yet but they look amazing and healthy. They have a quick breakfast and fresh baked dessert delicacies such as cheesecake and cookie bites. They have lox salad and breakfast sandwich. YUMM! People are so nice here and I feel welcomed to come back to this location. Unbeatable price.
I came in today for the first time on lunch break. I was tired and hungry from working in construction. The staff were very friendly and welcoming to someone new and when i completed my $20 order the cashier gave me quite the shock when he pulled out his credit card and payed for my meal. The corned beef and pastrami was huge and very delicious. 5/5 would recommend to anyone
LOVE LOVE LOVE coming here! This is the best deli in town hands down! The bagel chips are literally to die for they are so good. Everyone who works there is really friendly and personable. Prices are really reasonable for the quality of the food you get and the sandwiches are AMAZING. #stuffedgrilledcheeseforlife
Wonderful food. Their reuben (Sloppy Paul) is one of the best Ive had. Its very good, made with great ingredients, but its well constructed, which is extremely important for a tall stacked sandwich.Great food. Great place.
This place is an absolute gem! Not fancy or trendy, but honestly good food and real people. Bring your appetite and your sense of humor for a great time. The Old New Yorker sandwich is wonderful!
Corned beef there is so delicious and the chicken soup is fabulous. Going back to try more deli delights
First time I’ve been in was today (I’ve had it once a year when family picks it up), Brandon was absolutely amazing. Worked out the best way to make my sandwich, stepped in and payed for my order. I will 100% be back, I’ve never met someone so gracious that loves his job as much as Brandon does. Give the man a raise!
Awesome. A real Jewish deli, really!! Amazing bagels, I had the Lox sandwich on an everything bagel, Schmear of cream cheese which was oozing out, with fresh Lox. Yummm. Friend had a pastrami and corned beef on rye, overstuffed, like a NY sandwich. He loved it. Pickles, good!! Bubbies cheesecake is for real, real ingredients and real good. Do-over!!!
Our first visit here. I had the 14, pastrami on marble rye with Russian dressing and sour kraut. Its was fantastic the pastrami was cooked perfectly and the bread was perfect. My wife had a number 1, pastrami on challah bread with spicy mustard which she enjoyed. We also split a cup of their matzo ball soup. Overall I give them 5 stars and recommend eating here.
Really really good sandwiches. The corned beef is so darn tasty. Service is a little slow but you cant rush perfection. Order ahead!
Theyre trying to copy Mannys Deli from Chicago and theyre not in the same league! Same league? Theyre not in the same atmosphere! Waited 21 minutes to get a corn beef on rye with mustard. Mannys would of served me ten times faster!
This is hands down one of my favorite places. Just consistently great food. Great atmosphere, great people, great price for the amount of food you get. Most of the time it becomes two meals for me. Just heard they are moving locations into a bigger space. Long overdue but excited to visit the new space.
Best Kosher Corn beef sandwich in Chicagoland area.
I read some lower reviews and I have to admit, what they said, was true. My sandwich was dry and you can really see that in the picture. I’ve had corn beef in a lot of different places and most notably, Katz’ Delicatessen in NYC and so their corn beef is the good standard by which all other delicatessens are graded. It simply felt overrated. I will say, the staff is definitely friendly and that is why I’m giving them two stars.They also have Junior’s Cheesecake “imported” from Brooklyn, NY and as a native NYer, Juniors is quite a rip-off.
Awesome, it has been a couple years, but soooo delish!!! The #2, #5, and #14 were perfect, corned beef and pastrami superb! And Brandon is the best❤
Overstuffed Wallstreet with chopped liver combo, best in the western suburbs
Wowza! I have been told that this place was good, l am a huge Mannys fan but this place is a true jem in the burbs! Located in Naperville and more awesome than my words can describe, you just have to go! Once you wrap your mouth around any one of the numerous, delicious, sandwiches you will be a believer! The corned beef, the pastrami, the roast beef, the turkey and salami, heaven, just heaven! With a great selection on breads and rolls for your dine in feast you are sure to leave on top of the world! You can also delight in a shopping experience that brings the awesome experience home, with breads, bagels, meats, salads and so, so, much more. This place is huge, clean, well staffed and good for most occasions, lunch, dinner, business, friends, families, kids alike will love this place! They also cater! Hot dog! They make their own! Dont walk RUN! Tell Terry Marina sent you, the girl with a million pictures!
I love the typical deli fun..shouting orders, clips on a rope to communicate, fun personalities! Very good corned beef and pastrami! Definitely a great place to visit!
Went here with my husband when we had first started dating as I had never been. Place was packed and the choice for what to eat was hard with so many awesome options... the staff was friendly answering questions and helping with suggestions as needed. When I finally decided we found a booth and enjoyed our meal on the spot. After that I was hooked and we made our way over every few months when our schedules allowed.Highly recommend as they seem to have something for every taste.
We had made a catering ordering we prepaid for, $150. Went to pick it up and was told to stand in line - 35 minutes later the same rude lady brought our order to us with the same poor attitude she told us to stand in line with. Note to management - figure out a pick up line especially when it’s prepaid. Just imagine how many more sales you’ll make.PS. The catering manager was just as good as the food, outstanding. Service needs to be upgraded and everyone will win.
Online ordering system first class. Everything you can think of listed within options and available to choose. Expansive menu and efficient pick-up area. Order ahead as it gets busy within a blink of an eye. One of the best quality sandwiches on earth. Your creativity is determined by your choices. Ready on time from online order. You really need to go there!
Great place to eat! Love the corned beef. Lots of corned beef on each sandwich.
First time. Cant wait to go back.
Waited 20+ minutes for a single sandwich and there were only four customers in the shop. Paid $15 for it and when I took it home the order was wrong. Very dissatisfied with my experience here. At the Wheaton location near the train tracks.
Great food great service. We will back .1 hour drive but worth it.
My favorite lunch go-to is Schmaltzs for the turkey pretzel bagel. It is absolutely delicious. I order online, and run in to pick it up, all very quick and easy. 100% recommend
First time here. Heard about it 10 years ago. Great sandwiches. Excellent service.
Good food west of Skokie they have it all.
Best Sandwiches in the area! So many good options its hard to recommend just one. Support this great local business and enjoy
Great place for a walk with your family and friends to enjoy the outdoors.
Best deli in the suburbs! Get the Park Slope deviled egg sandwich, You Dip sandwich, and Matzball soup. The bomb!
I cant say enough great stuff about Schmaltz. We stopped here our first time probably two years ago while out looking for apartments to rent and I really wish we would have rented locally to them. The matzo ball soup is good, the sandwiches are great and the beagle chips are awesome. Staff is friendly but fair warning be ready with your order they want it fast and they want you to know how you want it. I cant wait until the next time Im in the area to order to go!
This used to be a gem of a place but no more. Matzo soup flavorless, inedible. Sandwiches used to be generous & now skimpy. Overpriced & truly terrible food. Very sad as it used to be a favorite but will never go again.
Wow, super fast service and delicious!
Always fantastic sandwiches! Highly recommend.
It was my first time at Schmaltz. But it won’t be my last. Thanks to Brandon for helping me with the menu. Also your suggestion!!
1st time, best Pastrami sandwich Ive had since living in New York in the 60sGreat experience.
It can definitely get a little pricey if you’re ordering the full meals, but it’s absolutely worth the cost. The sandwiches are some of the best I’ve ever had. I almost always get the Reuben, and would entirely recommend it. It has a great atmosphere, and I hope to eat inside there again once I feel comfortable eating inside. The schmookies are also really good, as are the potato pancakes.
Schmaltz Delicatessen helps with my homesick cravings for real NYC bagels and sandwiches! They are the ONLY place in our area to get REAL bagels.. the best sandwiches, cheesecakes and the customer service is the best! It reminds me of the deli in Time Square! Thank you for being here in the mid-west!
Wanted a tuna bagel sandwich but they just had to go tuna on wheat. Heard great things about their bagels, so got one on the side and transferred it over to the bagel. Awesome bagel, the tuna was yummy. My son ordered the Italian torpedo, very expensive, but a huge sandwich, which he thought was also yummy😋Will definitely go back for their bagels, very fluffy, crusty and light!
I been here for the first time yesterday and i would say that the Ruben i had was good, but for $15 it should not be so wet and soggy. It was hard to enjoy that, but good favor...
I am still thinking about that corn beef sandwich. ❤️ Delicious!!
Bagel chips are addictive. Sandwiches are HUGE. Best deli in the burbs. Love this place. Everything is always fresh and delicious.
The food at Schmaltzs Deli is absolutely the best. But the BEST thing about Schmaltzs is the people who work there. Salt of the earth. The best hosts anywhere. My 100% GO TO place when I am in Naperville.
Id give this a 4.5. Bagels had nice crust and chew. Latkes were huge, thick and delicious. Also bought a beautiful marble rye loaf of bread and some corned beef and pastrami. The is stand-out awesome, just a bit pricey. Loved it.
A favorite for years! Awesome food and great people. Support small business, check them out!
Great bagels, latkes, soups, and sandwiches. Bagel chips and asiago cream cheese are also super good!
A Jewish deli is hard to find out here, but one this good is a treasure. The sandwich counter has a vast menu of yummy deli choices with bread options and lots of sides. The sandwiches are huge and easily shareable, but you wont want to. The Reuben and pastrami are amazing, but Id love to tour this menu again. My toddler loves the cookies and the pickle spears. Highly recommend. We will be back! 🤤🤗😋
Schmaltz has been a favorite of ours for a few years now. Their everything bagel is EVERYTHING. Packed full of goodness on both sides. Atmosphere is authentic and fun. Love the crew there.
Service is always timely even when they have a full house. the service was very friendly and attentive. it has a cool feel to it.
I think my corned beef sandwich had over 2 of meat! So good!
All honestly, the best hotdog Ive ever had! Will be back!
Schmaltz Deli is a must go. Their sandwiches are great and we buy the bagels all the time by the dozen (13) . You cant go wrong with any of the food there if you enjoy a great Jewish Deli!
Have had it twice. One new Yorker and one Turkey sandwich. Both satisfying!
I agree with some of the reviews they are not friendly. Im really reluctant about returning.
Schmaltz is always great. Glad to see them still open and serving quality food. Roast beef is good, corned beef is better, pastrami is the king.
I Spent over $ 70.00 and for my 4@ 1# assorted Sailds, 8@ Lotcas, Potato Pancakes, and 2@ Sandwich with Pickles that RIVIAL ANY DELI ON DEVON AVENUE ON THE NORTHSIDE OF CHICAGO, ILLINIOS.🥰🥰🥰🥰!!!!
Stopped in for lunch after calling and making sure they were offering dine in service. Menu says all sandwiches served with bagel chips and pickle. When sandwiches came, no bagel chips. When I inquired, was told that even though the menu board said it, they were not doing it. Counter staff seemed disinterested and almost bothered by customers coming in.Food was good. They are operating with a limited food and drink menu which is understandable, so if you are looking for something specific, you might want to call ahead.
My favorite deli on the planet. And I spent a whole bunch of time in New york.
It’s expensive but tasty. I always get the over stuffed sloppy Paul which is their Ruben sandwich. It sometimes seems to vary how much meat they put in there but I always get the over stuffed and then have some leftovers.
Excellent, home made quality food with a real NY deli, no soup for you feel. Everything there is amazing!
The corn beef here is the absolute BEST in Chicago!! Love the sandwiches and sides at this place!
Tasty Sandwiches! Fresh!Huge sandwiches. Not cheap, but they do give you a big sandwich. Its guaranteed to fill you up and then some. I tried the new Turkey with mozzarella. Very good
Always enjoy Schmaltz Deli. Delicious Quality food, Will go out of my for this Deli
The prostrami tastes just like youre in New York. Friendly employees!
Salad. had dry chicken -not a place I will return in Lisle Ill
Great customer service & the sandwiches are fresh, tasty & huge. A little on the expensive side but definitely worth it. Also if you can check out their soup selection theyre great.
This place is THE BEST!! I honestly come here all the time for lunch and bagels. Every single thing on their menu is delicious, they get it right EVERY TIME. Every one who works there is fun, kind and happy. You will definitely get in some good laughs while waiting to pick up your food. If you havent been here you NEED to go. I recommend this place to all my friends & I will continue to come here forever!!
Highly recommend the overstuffed #14, it was perfect. I also recommend the lox bagel on everything. This place is the best.
I love sxhmaltz I use to always get the bagel chips with my sandwiches
Sandwiches are fantastic! A1 excellent deli, soups are wonderful also!
The food is great here. Service in the mornings is slow but the quality of the breakfast options especially the bagels more than makes up for it. Sandwiches at lunch time are delicious and enormous. At lunch the workers make a fun environment.
Amazingly delicious! The TEAM is very welcoming and friendly! So many delicious items to choose from. The specials are a must to be savored, get them before they are gone! Wish I could give them 10 stars!