Breakfast Menu "Michael's Deli" Brookline

Longtime neighborhood spot preparing overstuffed sandwiches, bagels & other classic deli dishes.

Michael's Deli, 256 Harvard St, Brookline, MA 02446

(617) 738-3354

Opening Hours

Sunday: 9 AM–3 PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 9 AM–4 PM

Wednesday: 9 AM–4 PM

Thursday: 9 AM–4 PM

Friday: 9 AM–4 PM

Saturday: 9 AM–4 PM

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Services

Service options

Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in

Popular for

Lunch, Solo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Coffee, Comfort food, Quick bite

Dining options

Breakfast, Lunch, Catering, Dessert, Seating

Amenities

Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual, Cozy

Crowd

College students, Tourists

Planning

Accepts reservations

Payments

Cash-only

Children

Good for kids

User Reviews

You want good pastrami on a role? This is your place. I am surprised I haven't came here before. I got a regular hot pastrami w double meat, mustard and provolone. The meat is high quality and is not full of excessive sodium like most. This is how pastrami should be. I had to run out mid order on a call and even with the sandwiches sitting for a bit it was still outstanding. They even threw in a couple cookies for us. Great spot and exceeded expectations. Worth the price. I should have taken a picture of the meaty goodness but it was gone before realizing I should write a review. The cookies are great as well.

Legit deli in 2022 ........ the man behind the counter has a great sense of humor and totally got my order right. I love steamed hot pastrami and they delivered. It was juicy and not forever chewy! The menu was everything I love and the place has great vibe and not fancy. Ageless and classic

Great traditional deli with all you favorite sandwiches. Greeted immediately by Steven. His personality is as fun and inviting as all the menu items. Talked with us as if he knew us for years. Food was just as favorable. We got the Sandy and Reuben. Staff was more than willing to go out of the way to customize for some dietary restrictions. Definitely try this place when in Brookline.

Did someone say Anthony Bourdain! Yes the man himself was here for a reason. The place is very small, but the service is very friendly and somewhat quick. This is not my usual fare so I was pleasantly surprised on how tasty and delicious my Rueben was. There is limited seating indoors and 2 small tables outside in front. No parking, so I suggest you park at Trader Joe’s, pick up some groceries and then head across the street for your yummy sandwich. Alert: No credit cards accepted. Cheers!

To die for—would give it a 11/5 if I could. Best Jewish Deli in Boston by a long shot. Knew this would be legit as soon as we spotted the Dr. Browns, and we were not disappointed. If you don’t stop here when you’re in the area, you are missing out!!

Great place to go if you want a meal fast. The sandwiches are stuffed to the brim so they’re really filling. Loved the green tomatoes and pickles!! Customer service could be a little better but overall a good choice if you’re on the go. Cash or Venmo only so be aware before going.

Got three sandwiches this time. The "Black and Gold" Pastrami was excellent. The Corn Beef Reuben was spot on. But the slow cooked steak and cheese was underwhelming. When I took the order in hand, I felt the sub was cold. I wasn't sure if it was supposed to be toasted or not. Anyway, the steak and cheese didn't have the typical green pepper, and the taste and look just didn't do it for my friends. One person did comment that having one whole pickle wrapped in each sandwich was definitely on point for him. Oh, another thing. NO credit cards.

Michael's Deli is the place for connoisseurs. New York style sandwiches from the family business with many deli classics. I forgot once when I ordered two hotdogs that part of it has to be paid in cash. He said no problem take the hot dogs with you and next time you pay for them. I felt valued and trusted as a customer. I know such a warm behavior from the Middle East but not from the West. How human this family is. I wish you only the best, may God bless your work.