List of delicatessens facts for kids

A delicatessen, often called a "deli," is a special kind of shop that sells delicious and sometimes unusual foods. Think of it as a place where you can find unique cheeses, meats, salads, and other tasty prepared dishes that you might not find in a regular grocery store.

Delis first started in Germany way back in the 1700s. Later, in the mid-1800s, many people from Europe moved to the United States. They brought their traditions with them, and that's how delis became popular in America. Jewish immigrants from Central and Eastern Europe, especially, helped make delis a big part of American culture starting around 1888.

Famous Delis Around the World

The inside of a Deli de Luca store in Norway.

Delis are loved in many places, each with its own special foods. Here are some well-known delis from different parts of the world.

Delis in Europe

• Dallmayr – This famous deli is in Munich, Germany. It's known for its fancy foods and coffee.
• Deli de Luca – This is a chain of Norwegian shops that are both a convenience store and a deli.
• Delicatessen stores in Poland – You can find many delis in Poland that offer local specialties.

Delis in England

The front of Scandinavian Kitchen in London.

• The Cheese Shop, Louth – Located in Louth, Lincolnshire, this shop is famous for its wide selection of cheeses.
• Fortnum & Mason – Found in Piccadilly, London, this is a very old and fancy store known for its gourmet foods and teas.
• Gaby's Deli – This deli used to be on Charing Cross Road in London but is now closed.
• Scandinavian Kitchen – This London deli offers delicious foods from Scandinavian countries.

Delis in the United States

• Bavarian Meats, Seattle – Known for German-style meats.
• Ben's Kosher Deli
• Brent's Deli, Northridge, California
• Chick's Deli, New Jersey
• Call Your Mother, Washington, D.C., and Denver
• Canter's, Los Angeles, California
• DeLaurenti Food & Wine, Seattle
• Dixie Chili and Deli, Kentucky
• Edelweiss Sausage & Delicatessen, Portland, Oregon
• Fossati's Delicatessen, Texas
• Jason's Deli – You can find these delis in 29 U.S. states.
• Junior's
• Katz's Deli – A very famous deli in New York City.
• Liebman's Deli
• Sarge's Deli
• Second Avenue Deli
• McAlister's Deli – These delis are in 24 U.S. states.
• Michou Deli – Located in Pike Place Market, Seattle.
• Molinari's – A well-known deli in San Francisco.
• Nate 'n Al – Found in Beverly Hills, California.
• Sebastiano's, Portland, Oregon
• Zingerman's – A popular deli in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Jewish Delis

A Jewish deli is a special type of delicatessen that serves traditional foods from Ashkenazi Jewish cuisine. These delis are famous for their amazing sandwiches, like pastrami on rye bread. They also often serve warm and comforting soups, such as matzo ball soup, along with many other tasty dishes.

Images for kids

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  Foods at a delicatessen