Empire State Delicatessen Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to the Empire State Delicatessen, a gem nestled in the heart of New Orleans at 447 St Charles Ave. This deli is a delightful homage to classic NYC fare, seamlessly blending the bold flavors of pastrami, corned beef, and bagels with local charm.

The menu boasts an array of signature sandwiches, such as the Great Bambino—a savory stack of corned beef and pastrami oozing with melted Swiss on toasted rye, and the indulgent Fat Kat, a towering sandwich meant for two, stacked with a full pound of pastrami. For those seeking a lighter bite, the Grateful Veggie Burger offers a satisfying option.

  • Delicious Sides: Don't miss the NYC-inspired Brooklyn bagels and crispy onion rings.
  • Scrumptious Desserts: Finish off with a house-baked giant chocolate chip cookie.

Every bite at Empire feels like a warm embrace, and the vibrant atmosphere makes it the perfect spot for both locals and visitors alike.

Sides

French Fries

1/2lb Of 1/2 Inch Thick Crispy Crinkle Cut Fries Fried To Perfection & Sprinkled With House Seasoning

$5.50

Sweet Potato Fries

1/2Lb Of 3/8 Inch Thick Long Cut Sweet Potato Fries Fried Crispy Golden Brown

$6.50

Onion Rings

5/8 Inch Thick Cut Beer Battered Onion Rings Fried Golden Brown

$6.95

Cucumber Salad

Striped Cucumber Medallions In White Vinegar, With Julienne Red Onions, Oregano, Basil, and Select Spices.

$3.95

Potato Salad

Cubed Golden Potatoes With Mayonnaise, Yellow Mustard, Onion, Red Pepper, and Select Spices.

$3.95

Cole Slaw

Our Signature Shredded Green & Red Cabbages With Carrots Soaked in White Vinegar Mayonnaise with Salt, Pepper, And Spices.

$3.95

Mozzarella Sticks

Thick Cut, Battered, Deep Fried Mozarella Served With Nona’s Old World Italian “Madinad” Marinara

$7.95

Jalapeno Poppers

Cheddar Stuffed Jalapeños Battered and Deep Fried To Perfection Served With Ranch

$7.95

NYC’s Brooklyn Bagels

Straight Outta Brooklyn! Add Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions and Capers for an upcharge.

$3.00

Baked Lay’s Chips

Baked Not Fried! Lay’s Classic, BBQ, Cheddar & Sour Cream, Crunchy Cheese, & Flamin’Hot. 1.5oz

$2.59

Miss Vickie’s Chips

$2.59

Zapp’s Big Grab Chips

New Orleans Classic Potato Chip – Regular, Spicy Cajun CrawTators, VooDoo, Mesquite BBQ, Salt & Vinegar, Hotter ‘N’ Hot Jalapeño And Dill GatorTators. 2oz.

$2.99

The Brooklyn Dodger Classic Reuben

The Classic Reuben: Corned Beef Chopped With Sauerkraut, Covered In Melted Swiss And Russian Dressing On Toasted Rye Bread

$14.99

The Great Bambino

Corned Beef And Pastrami With Chopped Cabbage, Melted Swiss And Russian Dressing On Toasted Rye Bread

$14.99

Cooperstown Char-Burger

1/2 LB. of 80/20 Angus Ground Beef Cooked To The Temp Of Your Choice. Tell Us Exactly How You’d Like To Dress It With Cheese, Veggies, And Condiments Dressed +$1.25, Cheese +$1.50, Bacon +$3.50, Avocado +$2.75

$10.99

The Grateful Veggie Burger

Our In-House Recipe Patty Of Brown Rice, Black Beans, Molasses, Herbs & Signature Spices. Dressed +$1.25, Cheese +$1.50, Avocado +$2.75

$10.99

Pulled Pork

Slow Cooked Pork Shoulder In Au Jus, BBQ Sauce, Vinegar, Onions And Spices, Served On a Jumbo Bun. Ask For Raw Onions, Pickles, BBQ Sauce And Cole Slaw On Top!

$12.29

The New York Giant

A Triple-Decker Club Sandwich With OvenGold Turkey Breast, Crisp Bacon, Lettuce And Tomato Served On Your Choice Of Sliced Toast. | Add Cheese +$1.50

$14.99

The Fat Kat

(For 2 People Or One Hungry Person) 1 Full Pound Of Boar’s Head Pastrami Grilled With Melted Swiss And Yellow Mustard On Toasted Rye

$24.79

The Hampton

Honey Maple Coated Turkey With Chipotle Gouda On A Toasted Croissant Dressed With Lettuce, Tomato, Deli Mustard, And Mayonnaise

$12.99

Manhattan Project

Cold Rare Filet Of Roast Beef Covered With Horseradish Cheddar Cheese, Pickles, Sautéed Onions, Lettuce & Tomato Smothered In A Spicy Horseradish-Relish Mayonnaise On Toasted 7-Grain

$14.99

WHiStLeMoNsTa!!

Black Forest Ham With French Brie, Applewood Bacon, Lettuce &Tomato On 7-Grain Triple Decker Club..wHoDaT!!

$14.99

Jackie Robinson

Cold London Broil Roast Beef Topped With Horseradish Cheddar, Raw Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, And Russian dressing On A Jumbo Bun

$12.99

Grilled Cheese

Your Choice Of Cheese & Bread Grilled In Butter On Our Seasoned Griddle To Perfection.

$10.99

B.L.T

The Original Classic– Boar’s Head Crispy Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato On Your Choice Of Toast (Mayo And Cheese On Request)

$12.99

SIGNATURE SANDWICHES

DESSERTS

Triple Fudge Brownie

Our Signature In House Baked Triple Fudge Brownies!!

Chocolate Chip Cookie

1/5Lb House Baked Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie!!

Chicken Tendies

CHICKEN TENDIES

BUILD YOUR OWN SANDWICH

Build Your Own Sandwich

Empire State Deli’s Famous Beef & Bean Chili

Soup Of The Day

Our Classic Soups Are Available From Mid Fall To Mid Spring.. Call Us For Soup Of The Day!

SOUPS, SALADS & WRAPS

THE DOGS

Hot Dogs

All Beef Skinless Hot Dog Dressed The Way You Like With Choice Of Sauerkraut, Sweet Relish, Signature Chili, Onions, Mustard And Cheese • 1 Dog

The Yankee Clipper

London Broil Roast Beef Grilled And Melted Swiss On A Toasted Hero Roll Served With A French Dip Style Brown Gravy

BBQ Brisket Hoagie

The Mason Dixon

London Broil Roast Beef, Melted American Cheese, Topped With Jalapenos, Onion Rings, And Ranch Dressing On A Toasted Hero Roll

The A-Train

London Broil Roast Beef Grilled With Sautéed Onions And Topped With Melted Jalapeño Pepper Jack Cheese On A Toasted Hero Roll

The Italian Stallion

Chicken Parmigiana

Shredded, Sauteed EverRoast Chicken Breast Drenched With Grandma’s Recipe Marinara And Melted Mozzarella On A Toasted Hero Roll

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