2026 Saratoga.com Fab Five Winners: Best Deli
Sandwich lovers weighed in to name the 2026 Saratoga.com Fab Five winners for Best Deli, highlighting standout spots in the Saratoga Springs area. This category recognizes delis known for fresh sandwiches, prepared foods, and classic offerings. Stop by these local favorites for a quick bite packed with flavor.fre
1. Cardona's Saratoga Market
Cardona's Saratoga Market brings an authentic taste of Albany's famous Italian culinary tradition right to Washington Street. Hungry patrons crowd the bustling deli counter for exceptional, made-to-order masterpieces loaded with thinly sliced prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, and house-made marinara, or grab premium take-and-bake dinners from the expansive grab-and-go cases.
2. Fat Paulie's Delicatessen
Fat Paulie's Delicatessen delivers unapologetic, Long Island-style sandwich culture from its lively neighborhood storefront on Congress Street. The kitchen treats sandwich making like a high art form, packing oversized rolls with hefty portions of pastrami, house-roasted turkey, and scratch-made deli salads that guarantee nobody leaves hungry.
3. Saratoga's Broadway Deli
Saratoga's Broadway Deli commands a prime, easily accessible location right in the center of the downtown action. This beloved daily hub is a lifesaver for early risers and afternoon shoppers alike, serving up exceptional classic breakfast sandwiches, traditional triple-decker clubs, and towering hot pastrami on rye with lightning-fast service.
4. Cannone's Deli
Cannone's Deli has stood as a legendary roadside landmark at the bustling corner of Route 9 and Northern Pines Road in Gansevoort for decades. This pure, old-school counter-service gem wins over locals with massive, highly consistent Italian subs, fresh-baked Kaiser rolls, and a warm, community-first vibe.
5. (TIE) Putnam Market
Putnam Market injects pure gourmet sophistication into the downtown Broadway landscape with its upscale, high-end deli counter. Discerning foodies line up to order artisanal sandwiches crafted with local cheeses, rare roast beef, and scratch-made pestos, inevitably pairing their lunches with premium wines and world-class pastries from the market floor.
5. (TIE) Pellegrino Imports
Pellegrino Imports serves up an incredible, old-world sensory experience just a short drive south on Route 9 in Malta. This exceptional Italian marketplace is a true paradise for specialty meats and cheeses, drawing a loyal cult following for its legendary, hyper-authentic cold cut subs splashed with custom oil and vinegar dressings.
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