Shapiro's Deli Cafeteria - Indianapolis

Wow wow wow. For some reason this deli takes me back in time. Cafeteria style, timeless dishes and no fuss character. Did I mention portions? Come hungry. Everything I chose, I ate more of than I anticipated. Stuffed cabbage for the win! And the fluffy Mac n cheese! I might have started with dessert (pecan pie) first too.

America has become largely a 30 minutes or it 's free society when it comes to our food , and we suffer for that . Shapiros Delicatessen has been a staple in Indianapolis since 1938 . They are without a doubt the pinnacle of deli service foods and dining . From the carry out to the dine in and including the catering service they continue to lead the way in family friendly family owned family understood fine foods . Thank you Shapiros for it all , for all the years and many more to come .

Great for lunch on the run! Family recipes for comfort foods are cooked into good flavor profiles by 4th generation owners. The portions are big and we took leftovers home. Service was quick and accurate in spite of a busy lunchtime line. The ambiance was historic deli and was interesting to see. I recommend.

This hidden gem of a deli excels in every aspect. The decor may be a bit outdated with old booths and tables, but they are impeccably clean and well-maintained, which did not hinder our enjoyment. The staff, from the line workers to the restroom attendant, were all friendly and helpful, with a great rapport that enhanced the atmosphere. The food was delicious with a variety of options and generous portion sizes. Despite the cafeteria-style setup, this was a fantastic dining experience. I would gladly return if given the opportunity.

I recently visited the only remaining location downtown and was pleased to find plenty of parking available. The food was delicious, although I found the long strings of corned beef to be a bit difficult to eat and would have preferred smaller pieces. The poppyseed cake was large and absolutely delicious, and the side veggies were very good. My main issue was that the website advertised a breakfast menu without noting that it is only served on weekends. We only found out about this change from a paper posted on the menu board in the cafeteria line. This caused some confusion as we were expecting to order breakfast and had to navigate around other menu items and equipment in the process. Despite this hiccup, I do plan on returning in the future.