What a treat it is to get to visit your local deli. Freshly baked breads, pastries, cheeses, deli meats and all sorts of other goodies your pantry can’t wait to be stocked with. Deli’s are angels in disguise for the home cook: when you have no clue what to make for dinner, or what to stock up on for your next sundowners party, or even what to do over the weekend – your local deli will most certainly have you covered.
And that’s why we’ve curated a list of the best delis in Joburg. Read along and find one that stocks your favourite olives, pastries or speciality goods.
The best delis in Joburg
1. Cheese Gourmet, Linden
The Cheese Gourmet in Linden has been around forever. Stocked with the best local and international cheeses, olives, pickles, breads, deli meats and other little interesting tidbits, a visit to this local gem won’t disappoint.
2. The Italian Job Food Emporium, Bryanston
This Italian deli and bistro in Bryanston is worth a Saturday brunch or family-style Sunday lunch. Have a seat inside the store and peruse all that’s on offer: from Italian meats and cheeses to pasta and the most delectable sweet treats. Your pantry cupboard and stomach will thank you!
3. Cremalat, Hyde Park
Nestled in the bustling suburb of Hyde Park is an Italian deli you just can’t not stop for. It’s packed with cheeses, meats, freshly made pasta and other antipasti goodies that will make your next dinner party, braai or drinks with friends unforgettably tasty.
4. The Little Deli, Linden
A relatively new little spot in Linden, The Little Deli serves freshly baked pastries, pies and breads. Not to mention freshly brewed coffee and a freezer filled with frozen dinners for that mid-week (or even Sunday blues) meal.
5. Mastro Deli, Illovo
On one of the busiest roads in Joburg lies a little Italian heaven: Mastro Deli. Everything is fresh, ready for you to pick up and go (or sneakily eat on the way home). Sit down for a breakfast or a freshly brewed cup of coffee.
6. Deli One, Sandton
From pantry staples to freshly baked pastries, Deli One is a must-stop for freshly made to-go foods and imported pantry goods. Even better? Sit down and indulge in their delicious gelato before heading out.
7. Kleinsky’s, Birdhaven
Known for its bagels, Kleinsky’s delivers more than just the beloved New York-style bite. Get breads, pastries and other pantry goods to stock up your cupboard for the week ahead.
8. Delhi deli, Roodepoort
Delhi Deli is a local gem in Roodepoort, known for their freshly baked halaal breads, pastries and catering. Stop by when you’re in the area for their famous koesisters.
9. Pantry by Marble, Rosebank
What started as a new concept convenience store alongside a petrol station has quickly turned into a local favourite (that keeps expanding). Pantry’s slogan, “fancy but easy” hits all the high notes. Indulge in freshly made breads and pastries while waiting for your lunch order and packing your basket full of quirky local and international pantry goods.
10. Fama Delicatessen, Lorentzville
A mix of Spanish and Italian deli items makes up Fama Delicatessen. Located in Victoria Yards, pop in and get your hands on authentic, good-quality deli meats, breads and pastries, all while sipping on a fresh cuppa.
