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After a relaxing winter break, we came back charged and ready to deliver a fresh batch of food reviews.

The subject of this food review is The Deli located at the corner of East Third and Webster Streets.

The inside of the The Deli can best be described as rustic yet chic.

The building still has the look of an old warehouse, but updated amenities give it a refined feel. It has an open kitchen and ample seating, just as any normal deli would.

Simply place your order at the deli counter, grab a drink, pick a seat and the food will be delivered to you.

The menu offers such favorites as soups, salads, sandwiches and fresh baked desserts. It is obvious that The Deli uses top quality meats and cheeses that you will not get at other chain restaurants.

If you are lucky enough to still have your favorite NFL team playing, the deli offers a tailgaters tray with over two feet of fine delicatessen meats that serves eight to 10 of your closest buddies.



Nathaniel: I ordered a sandwich called the Railman. It features pastrami, turkey, salami, smoked bacon, cheddar and spicy brown mustard between two pieces of grilled rye. You will not hear this from me often, but the sandwich almost featured too much meat. There were so many contrasting flavors that I could not enjoy the sharpness of the cheddar, the smoked flavor of the bacon or the distinct cure of the pastrami. In my opinion, the meal was subpar for the $11 price tag. On the whole, I would give my meal a 2.5 out of 5.



Brian: Upon our arrival, I noticed the daily special board located near the deli counter. The special of the day was a beer battered codfish sandwich. As I was getting ready to place my order, a customer who was leaving whispered to Nathaniel suggesting not to get the fish sandwich. I did not hear this and continued to order it. To my surprise, after eating the sandwich, I was quite satisfied with my choice. The fish was moist, and I thoroughly enjoyed the homemade chips that were served along with. I also would give my meal a 2.5 out of 5.



Overall, the meal was good. However, for the price, there are other places around UD and downtown Dayton where you can get an equivalent taste for a cheaper price. The only person who came away truly pleased was our friend Andrew who ordered the Italian sub. It should be noted that Andrew has never been disappointed with any Italian food. With Andrew's vote not counting, this will be the UD Food Reviews first NO-GO; unfortunately, that's not a good way to start the new decade.