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Old-school option since 1962 for classic Jewish daytime eats & dinner before Devils’ & Nets’ games.
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Address: 32 Branford Pl #2723, Newark, NJ 07102
Phone: (973) 623-0410
Website: http://www.hobbysdeli.com/
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Reviews
Rachel Stephens
Visited Hobby’s today on a long layover between Brussels and Las Vegas. After a couple weeks in Europe, I was ready for free water in a cup bigger than a thimble, drip coffee and in a cup larger than an espresso cup, vegetables that come with meals, actual gluten-free options and not having to pay €0.50-1 as a customer to use the restroom.
Luckily I found Hobby’s Delicatessen via Find Me Gluten Free and was so glad to find that they do legitimate gluten-free options with a dedicated fryer and prep space to prevent cross contamination.
I had the gluten-free pastrami wrap with fries for $23.95 and my husband had the #5 pastrami and corned beef with coleslaw and Russian dressing for $25.95. he also got the drip coffee with free refills for $3.25.
Service was amazing. Owner’s came out and chatted with us and preemptively made sure that I was aware that my food was safe for me to consume. Our waitress was incredibly personable and sweet.
There were free pickles on the table. I’m not even a pickle person but I had three because again, I’ve been dying for vegetables after being in Europe.
Great portions, safe celiac options, personable service, refillable drinks and no charge to use the toilets (although I didn’t need to use them during this visit) This is what makes American restaurants great and Hobby’s ticks all of those boxes.
Visited January 2026
… moreLuckily I found Hobby’s Delicatessen via Find Me Gluten Free and was so glad to find that they do legitimate gluten-free options with a dedicated fryer and prep space to prevent cross contamination.
I had the gluten-free pastrami wrap with fries for $23.95 and my husband had the #5 pastrami and corned beef with coleslaw and Russian dressing for $25.95. he also got the drip coffee with free refills for $3.25.
Service was amazing. Owner’s came out and chatted with us and preemptively made sure that I was aware that my food was safe for me to consume. Our waitress was incredibly personable and sweet.
There were free pickles on the table. I’m not even a pickle person but I had three because again, I’ve been dying for vegetables after being in Europe.
Great portions, safe celiac options, personable service, refillable drinks and no charge to use the toilets (although I didn’t need to use them during this visit) This is what makes American restaurants great and Hobby’s ticks all of those boxes.
Visited January 2026
mou
Dined at this eatery twice. Service staff is friendly and prompt. Love their pastrami sandwich. Highly recommended.
Also tried their other sandwiches- ham and cheese, beef brisket, roast beef corned beef. Well made sandwiches. Their homemade pickled cucumber and pickled tomatoes – must try.
Highly recommended place to go for pastrami!
… moreAlso tried their other sandwiches- ham and cheese, beef brisket, roast beef corned beef. Well made sandwiches. Their homemade pickled cucumber and pickled tomatoes – must try.
Highly recommended place to go for pastrami!
Kevin Morris
Great old school Jewish deli. I ordered the number 1, corned beef, pastrami and turkey triple decker with coleslaw and Russian dressing. The sandwich is large, too large to eat alone, it’s for two people or two meals. The quality and of the meat was excellent as was the rye bread. The owner stopped at the table to check on us, he was very nice as was our waitress. Overall an excellent experience and I’ll be back again.
… moreS.I. General
Food is delicious, atmosphere is great with that vibe from the 50,60,70’s . The two gentlemen came out of the kitchen to greet and offer their services ( Very dignified) I love that way of business. The waitress was doing her job, no more than that.
This is the kind of place that everyone should visit at least once on their lives.
… moreThis is the kind of place that everyone should visit at least once on their lives.
Esdras Vera
I’m not usually in this area, but I stumbled upon this deli by accident. Turns out it was the best mistake ever! Seriously, their pastrami sandwich is incredible – hands down the best. The people there are really great, super friendly, and they make you feel right at home.
… moreammre ulrich
The sandwich was ok. Kinda hoped for something more then OK for 22 frickin bucks and NO fries or side of any sort. It didnt even have meat on it, which is often the most expensive ingredient. I pulled some of the tomato off because it was overpowering the sandwich might go back another day, but it wont be on my normal rotation.
The half sour pickle was good.
… moreThe half sour pickle was good.
Drew Snodgrass
This place has the most delicious Pastrami Rueben I’ve ever had! Folks are very nice, and you can tell they love what they do. Has a nice family feeling to it and the restaurant was clean! Bunch of fresh desserts too! Everything was perfect! I’d put them up against Katz Deli in NYC and they’d win!!!
… morealfonso clark
I would have gave them five stars but I gave him four stars cuz it was my first time there everything was really good I will definitely be back and if this food is the same they will definitely get five
… moreAntoinette
I usually visit this delicatessen when I need a pastrami sandwich and don’t feel like traveling to NYC. Hobby’s NEVER disappoints! They have EXCEPTIONAL customer service and the food is the tippity TOP of top tier! Their desserts give me reason to believe that someone’s grandma is in the back with her cuisinart stand mixer and Martha Stewart bakeware creating her pastries with love. ❤️
I’m happy to have a restaurant in Newark that understands how to cater to hungry stomachs.
… moreI’m happy to have a restaurant in Newark that understands how to cater to hungry stomachs.
Ryan Wiebe
Props to Hobby’s for making what is by far the best pastrami I have had and for taking allergies seriously as well. The cook came out and reassured me of their cooking and contamination free process. The pastrami wrap was delicious and the atmosphere was great. The staff was all friendly and helpful as well. And the homemade vanilla coke was amazing!
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