Phil's Deli
InlandA serious deli in a former fast-food building on Roane Street, using Boar's Head ingredients and not apologizing for it.
Phil's Deli looks like the fast-food building it used to be, which makes the food inside the surprise. The sandwich case is Boar's Head, and they will customize any order to your specification. The Reuben is the thing the place is known for, and the five-variation lineup (including the "dirty" Reuben made with London broil) gives you real options. The curly fries are not an afterthought. The Philly cheesesteak and the Italian sub and the Turkey Club have all earned specific name-checks. So has the fried bologna hoagie.
Breakfast is the second story. The biscuits and gravy come up by name in almost every breakfast account, and the biscuits are described as fluffy and made right. The breakfast burritos are large and loaded. The everything-bagel breakfast sandwich with garlic aioli has been called one of the best breakfast sandwiches around. Breakfast potatoes have their own small following. There is a drive-through, which makes it useful on a time-pressed morning run.
The price story is clear: quality ingredients at prices that beat comparable deli operations elsewhere. A couple at lunch rarely breaks $20. The staff works fast and the attitude is genuinely helpful. They have handled same-day catering orders on short notice, which says something about the operation. One note: the cheeseburger uses standard frozen patties. On an $18 ticket that is a real disappointment. Order the deli side of the menu, not the burger.
Tips
- Order the dirty Reuben (London broil) on your first visit; the traditional Reuben is also excellent.
- The biscuits and gravy are the right call for any breakfast run.
- They customize with Boar's Head ingredients; ask for what you want.
- Sunday is closed; they run breakfast until 3 PM on weekdays and until 3 PM Saturday.
- The drive-through makes this a practical stop even on busy mornings.
What people love
- The Reuben in all five variations, but especially the dirty London broil version.
- Curly fries that hold up as more than a side.
- Breakfast burrito portions described as two meals' worth of food.
- Biscuits and gravy made from scratch.
- Prices that land below what you would pay for comparable quality elsewhere.
What to know
- The cheeseburger uses frozen patties; stick to the deli menu.
- Sunday is closed; Saturday hours end at 3 PM.
- Thursday and Tuesday run until 5 PM; most other days close at 3 PM.
- They will handle catering and large orders with advance notice.
Best time
Weekday mornings between 8 and 10 AM for breakfast without a crowd. Lunch runs 11 AM to 1 PM and can get busy; the drive-through moves well during the lunch window.
First visit
Go for the dirty Reuben with curly fries and a sweet tea. If it is a breakfast visit, the biscuits and gravy or the everything-bagel sandwich are the right calls.
How to get in
Walk-in or drive-through; no reservations.
Signature items
- Dirty Reuben (London Broil)
- Biscuits and Gravy
- Breakfast Burrito
- Curly Fries
- Turkey Club
Location
Frequently asked
When is Phil's Deli open?
Open Monday through Saturday; closed Sundays. Breakfast and lunch service, closing between 3 PM and 5 PM depending on the day.
How do I get to Phil's Deli?
Go for the dirty Reuben with curly fries and a sweet tea. If it is a breakfast visit, the biscuits and gravy or the everything-bagel sandwich are the right calls.
Does Phil's Deli take reservations?
Walk-in or drive-through; no reservations.
What should I order at Phil's Deli?
The signature orders are Dirty Reuben (London Broil), Biscuits and Gravy, Breakfast Burrito.
What should I know before visiting Phil's Deli?
The cheeseburger uses frozen patties; stick to the deli menu.
Last updated: April 30, 2026