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Best Grocery Store Deli(2023)
September 22, 2023

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Stopping by the deli when you're at the grocery store is a convenient and inexpensive way to pick up fresh and delicious food. You can choose from a variety of meats and cheeses in the deli case and can often grab a sandwich or some soup.

Whether you need a quick lunch or a party platter, these 10 grocery store delis are the best in the United States, according to our readers.

Photo courtesy of Sprouts Farmers Market

No. 10:

Sprouts Farmers Market

Go upscale at the Sprouts Farmers Market deli with duck liver mousse or pick up some cold cuts from the deli case, with several house-made meats to choose from. The Sprouts deli is also wildly popular for its well-priced made-to-order sandwiches.

Photo courtesy of Meijer

No. 9:

Meijer

Grab your supply of sliced meats and cheeses from the deli case at Meijer. While you're there, you can pick up all of the specialty meats and cheeses, nuts and berries, garnishes, and crackers you need for an impressive charcuterie board. And don't miss the array of salads on offer, from piña colada fluff to sesame noodle salad.

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No. 8:

Kroger

At your local Kroger, expect the deli to be stocked with fresh meats, cold side dishes, specialty cheeses, and charcuterie cuts. Shoppers can also pick up party platters or grab a pre-made sandwich, wrap, or salad to go.

Photo courtesy of Whole Foods Market

No. 7:

Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods has a quality selection of deli meats and cheeses.And if you need anaged gouda or a nutty gruyere, there are certified cheese experts to guide you. Read the long laundry list of ingredientsprohibited at the stores (over 260 and counting) or better yet, spend time just deciding upon whichready-to-eat sandwiches and soups appeal to you.

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No. 6:

Wegmans Food Markets

Wegmans' deli stocks its own brand of cheeses and meats like American-style Kobe roast beef, robust 24-month aged prosciutto, BBQ chicken salami, and a line of sausages from Hungarian style to bangers. Their deli products can be enjoyed on their subs and sandwiches, while lavish grab-and-go charcuterie trays make entertaining easy.

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No. 5:

New Seasons Market

New Seasons Market in the Portland metro area proudly proclaims, "Our deli isn't your average deli." With a focus on quality and seasonal ingredients, the grocer offers items from the deli case, hot soup, charcuterie, roasted chicken, and grab and go options.

Photo courtesy of Publix Super Markets

No. 4:

Publix

Publix offers fresh premium meats and cheeses from its deli case, and customers really go for the grocer's customizable cold or toasted subs created with the deli products. Shoppers also enjoy thefried chicken — available hot or cold — with more than 57 million pounds of it sold each year.

See Also

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Photo courtesy of Central Market

No. 3:

Central Market

A total of 10 Central Markets can be enjoyed across Texas, with delis serving up meats, cheeses, and special Lone Star State favorites like Central Market chicken in red mole tamales wrapped in banana leaves.

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No. 2:

Stew Leonard's

Visit the deli section at Stew Leonard's and find meat and cheese staples, as well as items like hot honey chicken breast, baked brie en croute, and sour pickles. If you don't want to construct your own sandwich, pick up a prepared grinder, sub, wrap, lobster roll, or Philly cheesesteak sandwich.

Photo courtesy of The Fresh Market

No. 1:

The Fresh Market

The Fresh Market is committed to offering a vast selection of natural and organic products. And that focus carries to the deli department, where shoppers can see natural chickens roasting, grab some ready-made sides, and order party platters with sandwiches, wraps, and meats and cheeses.

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Amber Gibson

Amber Gibson spends350 nights a year in hotels searching for the latest and greatest in the travel industry. Her writing and photographs have appeared in print, online, and on the radio for outlets including Forbes,National Geographic Traveler, Departures,Four Seasons Magazine, Conde Nast Traveller,NPR, Saveur, Departures, Rhapsody, Hemispheres, American Way, Private Air,and Serious Eats. She graduated as valedictorian from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism and received a fellowship to attend the 2017 Wine Writers Symposium at Meadowood Napa Valley. Champagne, dark chocolate and gelato are her biggest weaknesses.

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Dynie is the creator of NapaFoodGalTravels and has been a food, wine and travel journalist and digital influencer living and indulging in life in the Napa Valley and around the world for over 25 years. She was founder, publisher and editor of GuestWest Magazine, Napa Valley’s first luxury lifestyle magazine; Food and Flavor Editor for Napa Valley Life Magazine and contributor to a variety of food and wine publications. Always seeking out the next wine region or food and wine festival to experience around the US and around the world to add to “Dynie’s Delicious Destinations.” Follow NapaFoodGal on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

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Krisi is a food enthusiast and community cultivator. She desires to encourage, equip, and inspire others to create delicious food, gather with purpose, and host with confidence.She’s lived in multiple regions of the United States, traveled to, and lived in numerous countries throughout Europe and Asia. This experience has taught her how to build relationships and strengthen community around good food.You can find all of her recipes on her website. You can also follow on Instagram and Facebook for new recipes, kitchen hacks, and encouragement throughout your week.

Kyle McCarthy

Kyle McCarthy

Kyle McCarthy is the co-founder and editor of Family Travel Forum, the trusted resource for family vacation planners since 1996. FTF’s award-winning publications: MyFamilyTravels.com, America’s Most Popular Family Vacations andThe Family Vacationiste-newsletterprovide destination reviews, tips andseasonal roundupsfor all aspects of travel. Ms. McCarthy, author of a dozen Frommer’s guidebooks, also contributes to US News, CNN and other publications. She can be found on most social networks@familytravelforum.

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Liz Smith

Liz Newton Smith is a food & travel content creator located in Lafayette, Louisiana. She is a wife, mom of 2 little girls, Physician Assistant, & a Certified Health Coach.She believes that anyone can cook! She shares easy, but delicious recipes on her social media channels - The Vintage Fork. She loves to put her spin on new and old recipes as well as experimenting with her own developments. There is not a food that she won't try (at least once) and she believes there is no destination too far (or too close) for a good time!You can follow along on Instagram, Facebook, and her blog.

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