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
Sweet Potato Fries
1/2Lb Of 3/8 Inch Thick Long Cut Sweet Potato Fries Fried Crispy Golden Brown
Onion Rings
5/8 Inch Thick Cut Beer Battered Onion Rings Fried Golden Brown
Cucumber Salad
Striped Cucumber Medallions In White Vinegar, With Julienne Red Onions, Oregano, Basil, and Select Spices.
Potato Salad
Cubed Golden Potatoes With Mayonnaise, Yellow Mustard, Onion, Red Pepper, and Select Spices.
Cole Slaw
Our Signature Shredded Green & Red Cabbages With Carrots Soaked in White Vinegar Mayonnaise with Salt, Pepper, And Spices.
Mozzarella Sticks
Thick Cut, Battered, Deep Fried Mozarella Served With Nona’s Old World Italian “Madinad” Marinara
Jalapeno Poppers
Cheddar Stuffed Jalapeños Battered and Deep Fried To Perfection Served With Ranch
NYC’s Brooklyn Bagels
Straight Outta Brooklyn! Add Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions and Capers for an upcharge.
Baked Lay’s Chips
Baked Not Fried! Lay’s Classic, BBQ, Cheddar & Sour Cream, Crunchy Cheese, & Flamin’Hot. 1.5oz
Miss Vickie’s Chips
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.
The Brooklyn Dodger Classic Reuben
The Classic Reuben: Corned Beef Chopped With Sauerkraut, Covered In Melted Swiss And Russian Dressing On Toasted Rye Bread
The Great Bambino
Corned Beef And Pastrami With Chopped Cabbage, Melted Swiss And Russian Dressing On Toasted Rye Bread
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
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
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!
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
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
The Hampton
Honey Maple Coated Turkey With Chipotle Gouda On A Toasted Croissant Dressed With Lettuce, Tomato, Deli Mustard, And Mayonnaise
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
WHiStLeMoNsTa!!
Black Forest Ham With French Brie, Applewood Bacon, Lettuce &Tomato On 7-Grain Triple Decker Club..wHoDaT!!
Jackie Robinson
Cold London Broil Roast Beef Topped With Horseradish Cheddar, Raw Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, And Russian dressing On A Jumbo Bun
Grilled Cheese
Your Choice Of Cheese & Bread Grilled In Butter On Our Seasoned Griddle To Perfection.
B.L.T
The Original Classic– Boar’s Head Crispy Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato On Your Choice Of Toast (Mayo And Cheese On Request)
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