S & L New York Style Deli

Nestled on 2317 South 17th Street in the heart of Wilmington’s historic downtown, S & L New York Style Deli has been delivering authentic New York deli flavors to North Carolina since 2005. Founded by the family trio Tami, Louie, and Steve, the shop blends Boar’s Head premium meats and cheeses with freshly baked “Made in Da Bronx” water bagels that arrive daily from the Big Apple. Breakfast fans can choose from classic New York‑style home‑fries, the hearty Bacon‑Egg‑Cheese Bagel, or a custom bagel topped with smoked salmon and cream cheese. Lunch highlights include the Firesmith Wrap—chicken breast, mozzarella, bacon, basil, and balsamic dressing—alongside the Meatball Parmigiana, a sub loaded with house‑made marinara and melted mozzarella, and the Ham Salad on toasted white bread. Daily soups rotate from Chicken & Dumpling on Monday to Roasted Garlic Tomato Bisque on Wednesday, with a hearty Baked Potato Cheddar on Friday. The deli’s homemade dessert case is a showcase of New York classics: rich cheesecake, lemon bars, cannolis, banana pudding, and the ever‑popular Black & White cookies. Taco Tuesday adds a Southern twist, featuring corn‑topped tacos with corned beef or pastrami for a modest $1 surcharge. Catering services cover everything from corporate luncheons to holiday feasts, with a menu that can be customized to gluten‑free, vegetarian, or vegan preferences. Though the exact hours are posted online, the deli welcomes early birds for breakfast and late‑day diners for lunch, promising generous portions, friendly service, and a genuine New York vibe in Wilmington.