SUNNYSIDE, Queens (PIX11) — The search for the best deli in Queens is over!
The inaugural Queens’ Best Deli Competition concluded on Wednesday after residents cast their vote for the top deli in the borough.
18 delis were nominated for the competition, but ultimately, Empire Shop NYC, a beloved deli in Sunnyside, was crowned the winner.
“Congratulations to Empire Shop NYC for rising to the top and being named Queens’ Best Deli,” said Tom Grech, President and CEO of the Queens Chamber of Commerce. “This competition was a celebration of the incredible talent and diversity in our borough’s deli scene, and the quality, creativity, and dedication of the owners and staff at Empire Shop NYC clearly resonated with voters. We’re proud to shine a spotlight on a small business that brings so much flavor and heart to the Queens community.”
Leo’s Latticini in Corona and Alba’s Deli in Kew Gardens placed second and third.
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The full list of nominees is:
Pardon My Sub (Bell Boulevard, Bayside)
Redwood Café (Queens Boulevard, Forest Hills)
Sal, Kris & Charlie’s Deli (23rd Avenue, Astoria)
Tony’s Jamaica Market (Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica)
Nuthin’ Left Deli & Grocery (92nd Street, Elmhurst)
Alba’s Deli (Metropolitan Avenue, Kew Gardens)
NY Grill and Deli (Astoria Boulevard, Astoria)
Cristina’s Deli & Grill (150th Street, Whitestone)
Cherry Valley Deli & Grill (150th Street, Whitestone)
N & R Delicatessen (25th Avenue, East Elmhurst)
Mario’s Meats & Gourmet Deli (Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village)
Manor Delicatessen (Jamaica Avenue, Woodhaven)
Jhoanes Bakery & Coffee (Broadway, Astoria)
Bad Mon Jerk Chicken and Waffles (Liberty Avenue, Jamaica)
Brothers Ravioli (Cross Bay Boulevard, Howard Beach)
Empire Shop NYC (39th Place, Sunnyside)
Leo’s Latticini (104th Street, Corona)
Ben’s Kosher Delicatessen (Bay Terrace Shopping Center)
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