New York City Deli
843 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA
Crema's Take
“This beloved Downtown LA institution has been winning hearts since the FIDM days with genuinely exceptional sandwiches like their famous Sunny Italian on sourdough and breakfast burritos that even picky eaters rave about. What keeps people coming back isn't just the fresh, affordable food—it's the real kindness from staff like Mateo who make each order feel like it matters, creating the kind of place that stays with you even when you move across the country. It's the rare lunch spot that justifies the hype, serving quality comfort food at prices that don't punish your wallet or your time.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. Quick-grab spot. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
I used to frequent this place as a FIDM student literally over 12 years ago. And every now and then if I was downtown, I’d stop in. I still think about their food and I’m across the country now. So fresh, tasty, just exactly what you need. Especially because downtown is a bit of…
I ordered the sunny Italian on toasted sourdough toast...Mateo made it excellent service, but most of all the sandwich was so good FIRE! I also ordered a Cobb salad that I'm going to eat for dinner tonight...Definitely THE SPOT!
fresh, delicious, quite cheap in Dtla, kindness Awesome place
I forgot my breakfast and really wanted a yummy breakfast burrito. I am very picky and sometimes I can't find a breakfast burrito I like. And then I found this place. Wow, this breakfast burrito is one of the BEST I have tasted in LA. It's so so yummy and it's portioned…
I work in Downtown LA, and lunch options can be overwhelming (and often overpriced!). But I've found a great sandwich spot in New York City Deli. Honestly, time is precious during lunch, so I love that I can order online or just call ahead. They're always super quick – my…
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