Deli Delights: Best Bets for Midday Meals

1038 SW Stark, Portland, OR 97205 (map)

This deli serves the best pastrami sandwiches in town alongside pilsners and pale ales and plenty more beers.

628 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

You'll find American and European specialties including kugel and knishes here.

1611 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

Come for traditional sandwiches, soups, and salads, and don't forget to grab a homemade treat of the day to go before leaving.

940 SE Morrison St, Portland, OR 97214 (map)

Gretchen herself serves up towering sandwiches at this cozy corner deli.

308 SW Washington St, Portland, OR 97204 (map)

This retro lunch stop serves a rotating selection of sandwiches and thick, three-scoop milkshakes at their soda counter.

115 NW 22nd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

Locals craft gourmet, mix-and-match lunches created from the wide array of baked goods, fresh soups, salads, and sandwiches found at this gourmet "cafeteria".

838 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

This historic Portland deli has not one but six Reuben sandwiches on the menu.