I try to get to every Jewish deli in short driving distance to me at least once. Don't know what took me so long to get here but today was Mrs Marty's day for me. Luckily I had time to kill before a doctor appointment nearby and I have to eat somewhere. It's probably not fair to compare a place like this to a New York deli. It's also probably not fair to compare it to a place like Hymie's, which is my favorite local Jewish deli that is bigger and does so many things well. However... Since Mrs Marty is charging a full dollar more for their turkey special than Hymie's does ($10.99 vs $9.99... Look it up), they're getting compared in a big way. Hey, you want to charge prices like the big boys, that's the way it goes. I will judge a place like this on the quality of their matzoh ball soup and turkey special since they're my two favorite things to order. I enjoyed the matzoh ball soup. They put huge vegetable chunks in the soup. It makes it nice and hearty. The turkey special... It's big enough but Hymie's is bigger. The turkey tasted like a notch above Dietz and Watson, where Hymie's tastes like it's off the bone. It's a good sandwich, but it isn't Hymie's good. My sandwich, soup, and iced tea ran me $18. I expect to pay when I go to a deli, but yes this is high. I will come back for breakfast sometime. I do like their bagel selection that's available. Unlike others who have reviewed here my service was lightning fast. Mrs Marty's has good things going for it. Even if my sandwich was a bit overpriced it still satisfied me. It's definitely 3 star good. -------------------- I've been back for breakfast a couple times since I wrote that a month ago. I will say that their breakfasts are quite tasty. I enjoy their bagels very much as well as their breakfast sandwiches. But it's $3.99 for a sesame bagel with chive cream cheese. I learned that today. It was wonderful. Excellent flavor. But if I'm paying $3.99 for a bagel and cream cheese, it better sing and dance for me before I eat it. This is what will keep this place as only an occasional visit for me.
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Glen M.
Dependable place for noshing. Jewish deli style, but not kosher in the selections. Try the Mishegoss sandwich.
(4)
Julio D.
I came in here for a late breakfast and I ordered eggs with a side of corned beef hash. The server brought out my eggs and home fries but forgot to put in for my side of hash. I ended up waiting 15 minutes for the hash and had cold eggs. The hash was still raw and the home fries were as hard as a rock. The food here is overpriced and not very good.
(1)
Elizabeth F.
I pass this place by all the time while in the Lawrence Park shopping center, but have usually stopped at one of the chain restaurants in the center. The place has a very relaxed neighborhood vibe. Seems very popular with local area residents based on conversation by the cash register. Pros: they have wifi, although I couldn't get it to connect the whole time I was there. Food is decent, good selection, very tasty pancakes and decent home fries. They sell lottery tickets. Cons: parking is awful. For the price the portions should be slightly larger in my opinion. The coffee leaves much to be desired. Overall a decent place. There is room for improvement, but only my first visit so updates to come. I'm sure I'll be back.
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Brittany G.
Had a breakfast sandwich which was pretty standard but once I tried the breakfast potatoes that came with I knew I had to write a review. They are the most delicious perfectly browned little nuggets I've had in a while.
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Erin O.
I avoided this place for a really long time after hearing gross things from a friend who was a former employee. Finally I decided to try the place out for myself and see why they seemed to always be packed. It's a little awkward seating yourself because the place is so narrow, you have to walk all the way to the back to figure out if there is actually seating or not. By the time you get to the back and realize there isn't, the customers behind you grab a booth of people just about ready to leave. The tables are clearly wiped down with the same old stinky wash cloth. The meals you receive used to include more and use to be more flavorful, this time around it was lifeless food which had to be covered in salt and butter in order to be eaten. I also really hate the fact that they don't butter the toast fresh out of the toaster, then you have basically raw butter on the bread and it's almost uneatable. I haven't eaten the lunch or dinner foods, so I can't review on that, but I'm disappointed how much the food has gone down in such a short period of time.
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Michael D.
Expensive and dirty! I am not sure what is more shocking, Mrs. Marty's prices or how filthy it is. I've seen mice in there on more than one occasion, yet they still remain fairly crowded. I don't get it. I've also had the displeasure of seeing behind Mrs. Marty's. The smell that come from their dumpsters is sickening. With the amount of money Mrs. Marty's makes there is no excuse. Its time to call an exterminator and clean that place up!
(1)
Laura F.
Went here for lunch with my grandmom and aunt. It was a monday early afternoon and was packed! I ordered an italian hoagie. It was good. Didn't try any of anyone else's meal. Grandmom wanted to order half a cheesesteak. The waitress said no problem. Then came back about 10 minutes later and said it was a problem. Grandmom was forced to order a whole (usually places do not mind and are nice enough to just make her half). We are not complainers, so we agreed. I agree with the other reviewers that it is a bit overpriced. Our bill came to $40 for lunch. That's a bit steep! It was a nice place overall. Our waitress was nice. I may be back because of the convenient location....or just grab some cheaper delicious burgers next door instead ;)
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Steven B.
When a place has been around for over 25 years you figure they must have something going for them. I've been going here off and on for about 15 of those 25. I stop by mostly for breakfast and they do a solid 3 star job. A good breakfast with drink is going to cost you somewhere between 5 and 10 bucks. For example their Breakfast Special of two eggs, home fries, juice, toast, and coffee is $4.79. If you get a fancy omelet you'll start heading towards $10.00. Because they are in Lawrence Park Plaza parking is a breeze. This is a nice place to fortify yourself while running errands on a Saturday morning.
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Billy S.
We just moved to Broomall less than a year ago and have been looking for a new local breakfast place...Found It!! These guys are fast without sacrificing Quality! My wife raved over the The Veggie Patch omelette (Philadelphia Magazine's best omelette) and would order it over and over again while my mushroom and swiss omelette was most excellent. Staff is friendly and helpful...nice size menu, our new breakfast place!
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Nick D.
Typical Jewish deli/diner. I go here occasionally for breakfast and can really only speak to that,, but it's pretty good. It's not the kind of place I go out of my way for, however I have no problem stopping in when in the area. I don't really love the coffee, I find it kind of weak, but I like the omelets and home fries which is really what I'm after in a place like that. The wait staff is usually very friendly and accommodating for special requests. Overall, a descent spot for breakfast.
(3)
Steve S.
I try to get to every Jewish deli in short driving distance to me at least once. Don't know what took me so long to get here but today was Mrs Marty's day for me. Luckily I had time to kill before a doctor appointment nearby and I have to eat somewhere. It's probably not fair to compare a place like this to a New York deli. It's also probably not fair to compare it to a place like Hymie's, which is my favorite local Jewish deli that is bigger and does so many things well. However... Since Mrs Marty is charging a full dollar more for their turkey special than Hymie's does ($10.99 vs $9.99... Look it up), they're getting compared in a big way. Hey, you want to charge prices like the big boys, that's the way it goes. I will judge a place like this on the quality of their matzoh ball soup and turkey special since they're my two favorite things to order. I enjoyed the matzoh ball soup. They put huge vegetable chunks in the soup. It makes it nice and hearty. The turkey special... It's big enough but Hymie's is bigger. The turkey tasted like a notch above Dietz and Watson, where Hymie's tastes like it's off the bone. It's a good sandwich, but it isn't Hymie's good. My sandwich, soup, and iced tea ran me $18. I expect to pay when I go to a deli, but yes this is high. I will come back for breakfast sometime. I do like their bagel selection that's available. Unlike others who have reviewed here my service was lightning fast. Mrs Marty's has good things going for it. Even if my sandwich was a bit overpriced it still satisfied me. It's definitely 3 star good. -------------------- I've been back for breakfast a couple times since I wrote that a month ago. I will say that their breakfasts are quite tasty. I enjoy their bagels very much as well as their breakfast sandwiches. But it's $3.99 for a sesame bagel with chive cream cheese. I learned that today. It was wonderful. Excellent flavor. But if I'm paying $3.99 for a bagel and cream cheese, it better sing and dance for me before I eat it. This is what will keep this place as only an occasional visit for me.
(3)
Diane B.
I grew up on the Main Line and always went to Hymie's for deli. I live in Wallingford now and it's a haul to go all the way there for some good deli. Dad is in town and always wants Hymie's so instead of driving up there we went to Mrs Marty's instead. Dad had his usual fish platter and I had my usual breakfast, both were very good. We even brought home take out for dinner, corned beef specials to make. The restaurant was nice and comfy, the service was excellent. We finally found a deli near me to go to from now on. I highly recommend this place for deli.
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Mike S.
Passes for a deli, but not great food at all. Places like Hymies, Famous 4th street, Schlessingers downtown are way, way better. Fair portion for the price, but nothing to remember at all.
(2)
Phil D.
Absolutely insulting prices. 13 dollars for a roast beef and cheese (nothing else on it) on a Keiser roll and a 12 Oz soda. Also half the meat on it as before when I'd always get the same sandwich. Less food, higher prices. Absolutely rediculous. I will not go back again.
(1)
Peter Y.
I thought this was an okay place. The matzo ball soup was good and warm. I tried the Jewish roll and I thought - apart from the abundance of bread, that is was good and tasteful. Service was excellent and done with a smile. The only shock to me was the price. We paid almost $20 each for lunch sandwiches and extras. I thought that was a way off for what we ordered. Everything else I thought was okay.
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Bernice B.
The food was OK . Pretty run of the mill. Server was a complete doll. The reason for 3 stars is it took a fairly long time to get our food. It wouldn't have been a bother but I got my food and the server mentioned someone taking the order of fries . I ate my whole sandwich before they arrived. Had them boxed up which was a bit frustrating. I'd try it again though.
(3)
Ka B.
I just bought their bagel chips and they were stale and I had to throw them away. Disappointing. The customer service isn't too good either. (It's not going to kill them to smile once!) Anyway, a lot of the food is good, but I've seen better delis with better customer service attitude.
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Brenton W.
One of the original tenants in the shopping center. Nostalgic, good, fairly priced and plethora of options for a deli. It's a 5 star deli / diner, not a 5 star restaurant. You want quality food and don't want to pay a fortune? Good option if you have an hour break. I've come to appreciate if more, now that I've moved away from Delco.
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Ian H.
Here is an email that I sent directly to the restaurant and the owner didn't think it was important enough to respond to me. All I can see is make sure you review the prices on the menu vs the prices on your check. Here is the email: I hope this gets to the owner because I'm not very happy about my experience on Friday when I came in for lunch. #1-I ordered the corned beef and pastrami combo sandwich. I was shocked when it came out and the size of the sandwich looked like something for a small child to eat. #2-I asked for cole slaw and russian dressing but on the side so I can add it myself. When I got the check, I was charged almost $4 for a small side of cole slaw. When I asked the woman at the register why so much, she looked at me and her response was "Because that's what we charge" If this is the type of service people can expect when coming into Mrs. Marty's deli, I can assure you that you will start losing customers. I've been coming there for years and in this economy don't need to be treated this way. I can be reached at xxx-xxx-xxxx and I hope that someone takes this as serious as I do. Thank you, Ian
(1)
Jana L.
What I can't get over about this place is the price of the food. It feels like a New York diner or deli, and I suspect gets most of its business from NY transplants. But even in New York, you get a little more bang for your buck. A grilled cheese is about the cheapest thing you can get on the lunch menu at $5, which isn't horrible, but I'm usually horrified by the prices of wraps and salads, which range from $10-$11. They don't even come with fries, just a small bag of chips and a pickle. I never like eating in a restaurant where I feel like they're pinching every penny, and that is definitely the impression I get here. Pluses are that their breakfasts are a little more reasonable and overall, the waitstaff is pretty child-friendly (though it's gonna cost you a lot for milk).
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Jessica M.
Fast, friendly and they get your order just right. Gotta love Mrs. Marty's Deli for breakfast when I am visiting my family on the weekends. I love their courteous servers and their menu has all your breakfast favorites that are sure to please everyone in your group. The eggs are cooked just right, the pancakes are sweet (leaning more towards cake!) and the coffee keeps coming. If you are in the area and looking for a quick, yummy diner breakfast, check out Mrs. Marty's! Side note - I haven't tried their bagels but as I was walking out on my last visit, I noticed how big and fresh they looked. Pick some up!
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Felicia D.
To this kid, Mrs. Marty's original Lawrence Park shopping center location (Mrs. #2 is in Media, on State St.) is a perfect example of a three-star restaurant. It is indeed A-OK -- nothing more or less. You don't have your stereotypically colossal Jewish deli portions here -- I can definitely finish a whole Reuben or chicken cheesesteak without a problem. The sandwiches come with a pickle spear, and sometimes chips. We ordered a huge take-out lunch order for nine people the other day, and nothing came with the sandwiches except for that pickle. Making a complicated takeout order over the phone for such a crowd usually makes me a bit nervous. Mom-Mom doesn't want Swiss on her Reuben, Keith doesn't want sauerkraut on his, one needs light sauerkraut too, mustard but not mayo... etc etc. I told the friendly woman on the phone I had a complicated order, and she really took her time to write it down and repeat it back to me. I was impressed, because she immediately savvied that I was dead set on getting this massive lunch order 100% correct. You know what? It was correct. Except there were six reubens and none of them were marked, so I had to dismember each sandwich and autopsy its contents before handing it out. Everyone was happy with their lunch in the end, which was the stated goal. My chicken cheesesteak was tasty, if a bit meager on the chicken. I've noticed the same problem with their Nova smoked salmon platter -- big price, not much fish. Still, it's just one of those A-OK places that makes it in the suburbs where demands are lower and competition not nearly as tasty as the city.
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Matthew F.
I've been coming to Marty's Deli for many years now, used to be with friends, now I bring my kids pretty much every Sunday. The serivce is always quick and friendly, after a while the staff will know your name and remember what you like too. I often get a Chicken Cheesestake, they're prefect size and taste great, not greasy. The potato salad is a must as well. Prices are fair; I'd much rather pay for better quality and service than go to a chain.
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Ben F.
My mom and my sister rave about this place. I don't really see why. I've been here a few times with them and have never been impressed, but after today felt the need to write about it. Usually when I order a 7-9 dollar cheesesteak I save half for another time so I don't feel like I'm over-eating. When my chicken cheesesteak was put in front of me today I had to ask the waiter if the cook accidentally used only half the normal portion of meat. I've never seen such an empty steak sandwich in my life and easily housed the whole thing, plus the measly pickle spear and miniature bag of chips. After confronting the waiter he asked me if I wanted another and I told him "no, not if this is the normal portion size. Do they always look so empty?" I won't quote the waiter exactly but his reply was along the lines of that's the normal portion size but the chef doesn't know what he's doing and that's why it looks small. This was a disgrace of a cheesesteak, and thus worthy of a 2 star review considering all the times I've eaten here in the past have been a solid "Meh".
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Jewel K.
We have been coming here for years. It is a decent deli and we don't mind the prices....although we have used restaurant.com discounts the last few times we came. My 4 year old granddaughter especially likes coming on Sunday for dinner when they have a young couple who sing . She likes to dance in the aisles! Very child friendly.
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Bruiser H.
This place has been around for so long, I'm surprised no one has reviewed it. We went on Saturday, about 1ish for lunch. While it's large enough on the inside, it was crowded and we had to seat ourself. There were tables in the back, but they had not been cleaned. We had to flag down a busboy to clean it up a bit. The waitress was slow in arriving, probably more than 10 minutes, but was back fairly quickly with the drinks and taking the order. We didn't see her again until she brought the food (and we needed refills by then, too.) In all the food was typical Deli foods, lots of sandwiches. I opted for a Pizza Steak, my daughter got a wrap and my son a Cheeseburger. Prices were fairly high for deli food, nearly $8 a sandwich. The quality was only so-so. The steak could have used a bit more seasoning. Despite it's long history in Lawrence Park, I doubt I'll be back any time soon.
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Kevin ..
I have been eating at this place for the past 15-20 years. I get the same thing every time. Every time it is cooked the same way and taste great. One of my top 5 places to eat.
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Mrs C.
Rather than drive to Bala Cynwyd, my husband and I decided to order nova & bagels from Mrs. Marty's Deli as it's closer to our house. The food wasn't bad, but for $10 per sandwich, we were expecting better. All of the veg was cut entirely too thick. Next time, we'll just grab nova and make our own sandwiches.
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Nick D.
Typical Jewish deli/diner. I go here occasionally for breakfast and can really only speak to that,, but it's pretty good. It's not the kind of place I go out of my way for, however I have no problem stopping in when in the area. I don't really love the coffee, I find it kind of weak, but I like the omelets and home fries which is really what I'm after in a place like that. The wait staff is usually very friendly and accommodating for special requests. Overall, a descent spot for breakfast.
(3)
Peter Y.
I thought this was an okay place. The matzo ball soup was good and warm. I tried the Jewish roll and I thought - apart from the abundance of bread, that is was good and tasteful. Service was excellent and done with a smile. The only shock to me was the price. We paid almost $20 each for lunch sandwiches and extras. I thought that was a way off for what we ordered. Everything else I thought was okay.
(3)
Bernice B.
The food was OK . Pretty run of the mill. Server was a complete doll. The reason for 3 stars is it took a fairly long time to get our food. It wouldn't have been a bother but I got my food and the server mentioned someone taking the order of fries . I ate my whole sandwich before they arrived. Had them boxed up which was a bit frustrating. I'd try it again though.
(3)
Steven B.
When a place has been around for over 25 years you figure they must have something going for them. I've been going here off and on for about 15 of those 25. I stop by mostly for breakfast and they do a solid 3 star job. A good breakfast with drink is going to cost you somewhere between 5 and 10 bucks. For example their Breakfast Special of two eggs, home fries, juice, toast, and coffee is $4.79. If you get a fancy omelet you'll start heading towards $10.00. Because they are in Lawrence Park Plaza parking is a breeze. This is a nice place to fortify yourself while running errands on a Saturday morning.
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Brenton W.
One of the original tenants in the shopping center. Nostalgic, good, fairly priced and plethora of options for a deli. It's a 5 star deli / diner, not a 5 star restaurant. You want quality food and don't want to pay a fortune? Good option if you have an hour break. I've come to appreciate if more, now that I've moved away from Delco.
(5)
Laura F.
Went here for lunch with my grandmom and aunt. It was a monday early afternoon and was packed! I ordered an italian hoagie. It was good. Didn't try any of anyone else's meal. Grandmom wanted to order half a cheesesteak. The waitress said no problem. Then came back about 10 minutes later and said it was a problem. Grandmom was forced to order a whole (usually places do not mind and are nice enough to just make her half). We are not complainers, so we agreed. I agree with the other reviewers that it is a bit overpriced. Our bill came to $40 for lunch. That's a bit steep! It was a nice place overall. Our waitress was nice. I may be back because of the convenient location....or just grab some cheaper delicious burgers next door instead ;)
(3)
Ka B.
I just bought their bagel chips and they were stale and I had to throw them away. Disappointing. The customer service isn't too good either. (It's not going to kill them to smile once!) Anyway, a lot of the food is good, but I've seen better delis with better customer service attitude.
(3)
Glen M.
Dependable place for noshing. Jewish deli style, but not kosher in the selections. Try the Mishegoss sandwich.
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Julio D.
I came in here for a late breakfast and I ordered eggs with a side of corned beef hash. The server brought out my eggs and home fries but forgot to put in for my side of hash. I ended up waiting 15 minutes for the hash and had cold eggs. The hash was still raw and the home fries were as hard as a rock. The food here is overpriced and not very good.
(1)
Elizabeth F.
I pass this place by all the time while in the Lawrence Park shopping center, but have usually stopped at one of the chain restaurants in the center. The place has a very relaxed neighborhood vibe. Seems very popular with local area residents based on conversation by the cash register. Pros: they have wifi, although I couldn't get it to connect the whole time I was there. Food is decent, good selection, very tasty pancakes and decent home fries. They sell lottery tickets. Cons: parking is awful. For the price the portions should be slightly larger in my opinion. The coffee leaves much to be desired. Overall a decent place. There is room for improvement, but only my first visit so updates to come. I'm sure I'll be back.
(3)
Brittany G.
Had a breakfast sandwich which was pretty standard but once I tried the breakfast potatoes that came with I knew I had to write a review. They are the most delicious perfectly browned little nuggets I've had in a while.
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Diane B.
I grew up on the Main Line and always went to Hymie's for deli. I live in Wallingford now and it's a haul to go all the way there for some good deli. Dad is in town and always wants Hymie's so instead of driving up there we went to Mrs Marty's instead. Dad had his usual fish platter and I had my usual breakfast, both were very good. We even brought home take out for dinner, corned beef specials to make. The restaurant was nice and comfy, the service was excellent. We finally found a deli near me to go to from now on. I highly recommend this place for deli.
(4)
Mike S.
Passes for a deli, but not great food at all. Places like Hymies, Famous 4th street, Schlessingers downtown are way, way better. Fair portion for the price, but nothing to remember at all.
(2)
Phil D.
Absolutely insulting prices. 13 dollars for a roast beef and cheese (nothing else on it) on a Keiser roll and a 12 Oz soda. Also half the meat on it as before when I'd always get the same sandwich. Less food, higher prices. Absolutely rediculous. I will not go back again.
(1)
Billy S.
We just moved to Broomall less than a year ago and have been looking for a new local breakfast place...Found It!! These guys are fast without sacrificing Quality! My wife raved over the The Veggie Patch omelette (Philadelphia Magazine's best omelette) and would order it over and over again while my mushroom and swiss omelette was most excellent. Staff is friendly and helpful...nice size menu, our new breakfast place!
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Erin O.
I avoided this place for a really long time after hearing gross things from a friend who was a former employee. Finally I decided to try the place out for myself and see why they seemed to always be packed. It's a little awkward seating yourself because the place is so narrow, you have to walk all the way to the back to figure out if there is actually seating or not. By the time you get to the back and realize there isn't, the customers behind you grab a booth of people just about ready to leave. The tables are clearly wiped down with the same old stinky wash cloth. The meals you receive used to include more and use to be more flavorful, this time around it was lifeless food which had to be covered in salt and butter in order to be eaten. I also really hate the fact that they don't butter the toast fresh out of the toaster, then you have basically raw butter on the bread and it's almost uneatable. I haven't eaten the lunch or dinner foods, so I can't review on that, but I'm disappointed how much the food has gone down in such a short period of time.
(3)
Michael D.
Expensive and dirty! I am not sure what is more shocking, Mrs. Marty's prices or how filthy it is. I've seen mice in there on more than one occasion, yet they still remain fairly crowded. I don't get it. I've also had the displeasure of seeing behind Mrs. Marty's. The smell that come from their dumpsters is sickening. With the amount of money Mrs. Marty's makes there is no excuse. Its time to call an exterminator and clean that place up!
(1)
Ian H.
Here is an email that I sent directly to the restaurant and the owner didn't think it was important enough to respond to me. All I can see is make sure you review the prices on the menu vs the prices on your check. Here is the email: I hope this gets to the owner because I'm not very happy about my experience on Friday when I came in for lunch. #1-I ordered the corned beef and pastrami combo sandwich. I was shocked when it came out and the size of the sandwich looked like something for a small child to eat. #2-I asked for cole slaw and russian dressing but on the side so I can add it myself. When I got the check, I was charged almost $4 for a small side of cole slaw. When I asked the woman at the register why so much, she looked at me and her response was "Because that's what we charge" If this is the type of service people can expect when coming into Mrs. Marty's deli, I can assure you that you will start losing customers. I've been coming there for years and in this economy don't need to be treated this way. I can be reached at xxx-xxx-xxxx and I hope that someone takes this as serious as I do. Thank you, Ian
(1)
Jana L.
What I can't get over about this place is the price of the food. It feels like a New York diner or deli, and I suspect gets most of its business from NY transplants. But even in New York, you get a little more bang for your buck. A grilled cheese is about the cheapest thing you can get on the lunch menu at $5, which isn't horrible, but I'm usually horrified by the prices of wraps and salads, which range from $10-$11. They don't even come with fries, just a small bag of chips and a pickle. I never like eating in a restaurant where I feel like they're pinching every penny, and that is definitely the impression I get here. Pluses are that their breakfasts are a little more reasonable and overall, the waitstaff is pretty child-friendly (though it's gonna cost you a lot for milk).
(2)
Jessica M.
Fast, friendly and they get your order just right. Gotta love Mrs. Marty's Deli for breakfast when I am visiting my family on the weekends. I love their courteous servers and their menu has all your breakfast favorites that are sure to please everyone in your group. The eggs are cooked just right, the pancakes are sweet (leaning more towards cake!) and the coffee keeps coming. If you are in the area and looking for a quick, yummy diner breakfast, check out Mrs. Marty's! Side note - I haven't tried their bagels but as I was walking out on my last visit, I noticed how big and fresh they looked. Pick some up!
(3)
Felicia D.
To this kid, Mrs. Marty's original Lawrence Park shopping center location (Mrs. #2 is in Media, on State St.) is a perfect example of a three-star restaurant. It is indeed A-OK -- nothing more or less. You don't have your stereotypically colossal Jewish deli portions here -- I can definitely finish a whole Reuben or chicken cheesesteak without a problem. The sandwiches come with a pickle spear, and sometimes chips. We ordered a huge take-out lunch order for nine people the other day, and nothing came with the sandwiches except for that pickle. Making a complicated takeout order over the phone for such a crowd usually makes me a bit nervous. Mom-Mom doesn't want Swiss on her Reuben, Keith doesn't want sauerkraut on his, one needs light sauerkraut too, mustard but not mayo... etc etc. I told the friendly woman on the phone I had a complicated order, and she really took her time to write it down and repeat it back to me. I was impressed, because she immediately savvied that I was dead set on getting this massive lunch order 100% correct. You know what? It was correct. Except there were six reubens and none of them were marked, so I had to dismember each sandwich and autopsy its contents before handing it out. Everyone was happy with their lunch in the end, which was the stated goal. My chicken cheesesteak was tasty, if a bit meager on the chicken. I've noticed the same problem with their Nova smoked salmon platter -- big price, not much fish. Still, it's just one of those A-OK places that makes it in the suburbs where demands are lower and competition not nearly as tasty as the city.
(3)
Matthew F.
I've been coming to Marty's Deli for many years now, used to be with friends, now I bring my kids pretty much every Sunday. The serivce is always quick and friendly, after a while the staff will know your name and remember what you like too. I often get a Chicken Cheesestake, they're prefect size and taste great, not greasy. The potato salad is a must as well. Prices are fair; I'd much rather pay for better quality and service than go to a chain.
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Ben F.
My mom and my sister rave about this place. I don't really see why. I've been here a few times with them and have never been impressed, but after today felt the need to write about it. Usually when I order a 7-9 dollar cheesesteak I save half for another time so I don't feel like I'm over-eating. When my chicken cheesesteak was put in front of me today I had to ask the waiter if the cook accidentally used only half the normal portion of meat. I've never seen such an empty steak sandwich in my life and easily housed the whole thing, plus the measly pickle spear and miniature bag of chips. After confronting the waiter he asked me if I wanted another and I told him "no, not if this is the normal portion size. Do they always look so empty?" I won't quote the waiter exactly but his reply was along the lines of that's the normal portion size but the chef doesn't know what he's doing and that's why it looks small. This was a disgrace of a cheesesteak, and thus worthy of a 2 star review considering all the times I've eaten here in the past have been a solid "Meh".
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Jewel K.
We have been coming here for years. It is a decent deli and we don't mind the prices....although we have used restaurant.com discounts the last few times we came. My 4 year old granddaughter especially likes coming on Sunday for dinner when they have a young couple who sing . She likes to dance in the aisles! Very child friendly.
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Bruiser H.
This place has been around for so long, I'm surprised no one has reviewed it. We went on Saturday, about 1ish for lunch. While it's large enough on the inside, it was crowded and we had to seat ourself. There were tables in the back, but they had not been cleaned. We had to flag down a busboy to clean it up a bit. The waitress was slow in arriving, probably more than 10 minutes, but was back fairly quickly with the drinks and taking the order. We didn't see her again until she brought the food (and we needed refills by then, too.) In all the food was typical Deli foods, lots of sandwiches. I opted for a Pizza Steak, my daughter got a wrap and my son a Cheeseburger. Prices were fairly high for deli food, nearly $8 a sandwich. The quality was only so-so. The steak could have used a bit more seasoning. Despite it's long history in Lawrence Park, I doubt I'll be back any time soon.
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Kevin ..
I have been eating at this place for the past 15-20 years. I get the same thing every time. Every time it is cooked the same way and taste great. One of my top 5 places to eat.
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Mrs C.
Rather than drive to Bala Cynwyd, my husband and I decided to order nova & bagels from Mrs. Marty's Deli as it's closer to our house. The food wasn't bad, but for $10 per sandwich, we were expecting better. All of the veg was cut entirely too thick. Next time, we'll just grab nova and make our own sandwiches.
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Address :Lawrence Park Shopping Center,1991 Sproul Rd
Broomall, PA, 19008
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Breakfast Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Loud Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Dogs Allowed : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Steve S.
I try to get to every Jewish deli in short driving distance to me at least once. Don't know what took me so long to get here but today was Mrs Marty's day for me. Luckily I had time to kill before a doctor appointment nearby and I have to eat somewhere. It's probably not fair to compare a place like this to a New York deli. It's also probably not fair to compare it to a place like Hymie's, which is my favorite local Jewish deli that is bigger and does so many things well. However... Since Mrs Marty is charging a full dollar more for their turkey special than Hymie's does ($10.99 vs $9.99... Look it up), they're getting compared in a big way. Hey, you want to charge prices like the big boys, that's the way it goes. I will judge a place like this on the quality of their matzoh ball soup and turkey special since they're my two favorite things to order. I enjoyed the matzoh ball soup. They put huge vegetable chunks in the soup. It makes it nice and hearty. The turkey special... It's big enough but Hymie's is bigger. The turkey tasted like a notch above Dietz and Watson, where Hymie's tastes like it's off the bone. It's a good sandwich, but it isn't Hymie's good. My sandwich, soup, and iced tea ran me $18. I expect to pay when I go to a deli, but yes this is high. I will come back for breakfast sometime. I do like their bagel selection that's available. Unlike others who have reviewed here my service was lightning fast. Mrs Marty's has good things going for it. Even if my sandwich was a bit overpriced it still satisfied me. It's definitely 3 star good. -------------------- I've been back for breakfast a couple times since I wrote that a month ago. I will say that their breakfasts are quite tasty. I enjoy their bagels very much as well as their breakfast sandwiches. But it's $3.99 for a sesame bagel with chive cream cheese. I learned that today. It was wonderful. Excellent flavor. But if I'm paying $3.99 for a bagel and cream cheese, it better sing and dance for me before I eat it. This is what will keep this place as only an occasional visit for me.
(3)Glen M.
Dependable place for noshing. Jewish deli style, but not kosher in the selections. Try the Mishegoss sandwich.
(4)Julio D.
I came in here for a late breakfast and I ordered eggs with a side of corned beef hash. The server brought out my eggs and home fries but forgot to put in for my side of hash. I ended up waiting 15 minutes for the hash and had cold eggs. The hash was still raw and the home fries were as hard as a rock. The food here is overpriced and not very good.
(1)Elizabeth F.
I pass this place by all the time while in the Lawrence Park shopping center, but have usually stopped at one of the chain restaurants in the center. The place has a very relaxed neighborhood vibe. Seems very popular with local area residents based on conversation by the cash register. Pros: they have wifi, although I couldn't get it to connect the whole time I was there. Food is decent, good selection, very tasty pancakes and decent home fries. They sell lottery tickets. Cons: parking is awful. For the price the portions should be slightly larger in my opinion. The coffee leaves much to be desired. Overall a decent place. There is room for improvement, but only my first visit so updates to come. I'm sure I'll be back.
(3)Brittany G.
Had a breakfast sandwich which was pretty standard but once I tried the breakfast potatoes that came with I knew I had to write a review. They are the most delicious perfectly browned little nuggets I've had in a while.
(3)Erin O.
I avoided this place for a really long time after hearing gross things from a friend who was a former employee. Finally I decided to try the place out for myself and see why they seemed to always be packed. It's a little awkward seating yourself because the place is so narrow, you have to walk all the way to the back to figure out if there is actually seating or not. By the time you get to the back and realize there isn't, the customers behind you grab a booth of people just about ready to leave. The tables are clearly wiped down with the same old stinky wash cloth. The meals you receive used to include more and use to be more flavorful, this time around it was lifeless food which had to be covered in salt and butter in order to be eaten. I also really hate the fact that they don't butter the toast fresh out of the toaster, then you have basically raw butter on the bread and it's almost uneatable. I haven't eaten the lunch or dinner foods, so I can't review on that, but I'm disappointed how much the food has gone down in such a short period of time.
(3)Michael D.
Expensive and dirty! I am not sure what is more shocking, Mrs. Marty's prices or how filthy it is. I've seen mice in there on more than one occasion, yet they still remain fairly crowded. I don't get it. I've also had the displeasure of seeing behind Mrs. Marty's. The smell that come from their dumpsters is sickening. With the amount of money Mrs. Marty's makes there is no excuse. Its time to call an exterminator and clean that place up!
(1)Laura F.
Went here for lunch with my grandmom and aunt. It was a monday early afternoon and was packed! I ordered an italian hoagie. It was good. Didn't try any of anyone else's meal. Grandmom wanted to order half a cheesesteak. The waitress said no problem. Then came back about 10 minutes later and said it was a problem. Grandmom was forced to order a whole (usually places do not mind and are nice enough to just make her half). We are not complainers, so we agreed. I agree with the other reviewers that it is a bit overpriced. Our bill came to $40 for lunch. That's a bit steep! It was a nice place overall. Our waitress was nice. I may be back because of the convenient location....or just grab some cheaper delicious burgers next door instead ;)
(3)Steven B.
When a place has been around for over 25 years you figure they must have something going for them. I've been going here off and on for about 15 of those 25. I stop by mostly for breakfast and they do a solid 3 star job. A good breakfast with drink is going to cost you somewhere between 5 and 10 bucks. For example their Breakfast Special of two eggs, home fries, juice, toast, and coffee is $4.79. If you get a fancy omelet you'll start heading towards $10.00. Because they are in Lawrence Park Plaza parking is a breeze. This is a nice place to fortify yourself while running errands on a Saturday morning.
(3)Billy S.
We just moved to Broomall less than a year ago and have been looking for a new local breakfast place...Found It!! These guys are fast without sacrificing Quality! My wife raved over the The Veggie Patch omelette (Philadelphia Magazine's best omelette) and would order it over and over again while my mushroom and swiss omelette was most excellent. Staff is friendly and helpful...nice size menu, our new breakfast place!
(5)Nick D.
Typical Jewish deli/diner. I go here occasionally for breakfast and can really only speak to that,, but it's pretty good. It's not the kind of place I go out of my way for, however I have no problem stopping in when in the area. I don't really love the coffee, I find it kind of weak, but I like the omelets and home fries which is really what I'm after in a place like that. The wait staff is usually very friendly and accommodating for special requests. Overall, a descent spot for breakfast.
(3)Steve S.
I try to get to every Jewish deli in short driving distance to me at least once. Don't know what took me so long to get here but today was Mrs Marty's day for me. Luckily I had time to kill before a doctor appointment nearby and I have to eat somewhere. It's probably not fair to compare a place like this to a New York deli. It's also probably not fair to compare it to a place like Hymie's, which is my favorite local Jewish deli that is bigger and does so many things well. However... Since Mrs Marty is charging a full dollar more for their turkey special than Hymie's does ($10.99 vs $9.99... Look it up), they're getting compared in a big way. Hey, you want to charge prices like the big boys, that's the way it goes. I will judge a place like this on the quality of their matzoh ball soup and turkey special since they're my two favorite things to order. I enjoyed the matzoh ball soup. They put huge vegetable chunks in the soup. It makes it nice and hearty. The turkey special... It's big enough but Hymie's is bigger. The turkey tasted like a notch above Dietz and Watson, where Hymie's tastes like it's off the bone. It's a good sandwich, but it isn't Hymie's good. My sandwich, soup, and iced tea ran me $18. I expect to pay when I go to a deli, but yes this is high. I will come back for breakfast sometime. I do like their bagel selection that's available. Unlike others who have reviewed here my service was lightning fast. Mrs Marty's has good things going for it. Even if my sandwich was a bit overpriced it still satisfied me. It's definitely 3 star good. -------------------- I've been back for breakfast a couple times since I wrote that a month ago. I will say that their breakfasts are quite tasty. I enjoy their bagels very much as well as their breakfast sandwiches. But it's $3.99 for a sesame bagel with chive cream cheese. I learned that today. It was wonderful. Excellent flavor. But if I'm paying $3.99 for a bagel and cream cheese, it better sing and dance for me before I eat it. This is what will keep this place as only an occasional visit for me.
(3)Diane B.
I grew up on the Main Line and always went to Hymie's for deli. I live in Wallingford now and it's a haul to go all the way there for some good deli. Dad is in town and always wants Hymie's so instead of driving up there we went to Mrs Marty's instead. Dad had his usual fish platter and I had my usual breakfast, both were very good. We even brought home take out for dinner, corned beef specials to make. The restaurant was nice and comfy, the service was excellent. We finally found a deli near me to go to from now on. I highly recommend this place for deli.
(4)Mike S.
Passes for a deli, but not great food at all. Places like Hymies, Famous 4th street, Schlessingers downtown are way, way better. Fair portion for the price, but nothing to remember at all.
(2)Phil D.
Absolutely insulting prices. 13 dollars for a roast beef and cheese (nothing else on it) on a Keiser roll and a 12 Oz soda. Also half the meat on it as before when I'd always get the same sandwich. Less food, higher prices. Absolutely rediculous. I will not go back again.
(1)Peter Y.
I thought this was an okay place. The matzo ball soup was good and warm. I tried the Jewish roll and I thought - apart from the abundance of bread, that is was good and tasteful. Service was excellent and done with a smile. The only shock to me was the price. We paid almost $20 each for lunch sandwiches and extras. I thought that was a way off for what we ordered. Everything else I thought was okay.
(3)Bernice B.
The food was OK . Pretty run of the mill. Server was a complete doll. The reason for 3 stars is it took a fairly long time to get our food. It wouldn't have been a bother but I got my food and the server mentioned someone taking the order of fries . I ate my whole sandwich before they arrived. Had them boxed up which was a bit frustrating. I'd try it again though.
(3)Ka B.
I just bought their bagel chips and they were stale and I had to throw them away. Disappointing. The customer service isn't too good either. (It's not going to kill them to smile once!) Anyway, a lot of the food is good, but I've seen better delis with better customer service attitude.
(3)Brenton W.
One of the original tenants in the shopping center. Nostalgic, good, fairly priced and plethora of options for a deli. It's a 5 star deli / diner, not a 5 star restaurant. You want quality food and don't want to pay a fortune? Good option if you have an hour break. I've come to appreciate if more, now that I've moved away from Delco.
(5)Ian H.
Here is an email that I sent directly to the restaurant and the owner didn't think it was important enough to respond to me. All I can see is make sure you review the prices on the menu vs the prices on your check. Here is the email: I hope this gets to the owner because I'm not very happy about my experience on Friday when I came in for lunch. #1-I ordered the corned beef and pastrami combo sandwich. I was shocked when it came out and the size of the sandwich looked like something for a small child to eat. #2-I asked for cole slaw and russian dressing but on the side so I can add it myself. When I got the check, I was charged almost $4 for a small side of cole slaw. When I asked the woman at the register why so much, she looked at me and her response was "Because that's what we charge" If this is the type of service people can expect when coming into Mrs. Marty's deli, I can assure you that you will start losing customers. I've been coming there for years and in this economy don't need to be treated this way. I can be reached at xxx-xxx-xxxx and I hope that someone takes this as serious as I do. Thank you, Ian
(1)Jana L.
What I can't get over about this place is the price of the food. It feels like a New York diner or deli, and I suspect gets most of its business from NY transplants. But even in New York, you get a little more bang for your buck. A grilled cheese is about the cheapest thing you can get on the lunch menu at $5, which isn't horrible, but I'm usually horrified by the prices of wraps and salads, which range from $10-$11. They don't even come with fries, just a small bag of chips and a pickle. I never like eating in a restaurant where I feel like they're pinching every penny, and that is definitely the impression I get here. Pluses are that their breakfasts are a little more reasonable and overall, the waitstaff is pretty child-friendly (though it's gonna cost you a lot for milk).
(2)Jessica M.
Fast, friendly and they get your order just right. Gotta love Mrs. Marty's Deli for breakfast when I am visiting my family on the weekends. I love their courteous servers and their menu has all your breakfast favorites that are sure to please everyone in your group. The eggs are cooked just right, the pancakes are sweet (leaning more towards cake!) and the coffee keeps coming. If you are in the area and looking for a quick, yummy diner breakfast, check out Mrs. Marty's! Side note - I haven't tried their bagels but as I was walking out on my last visit, I noticed how big and fresh they looked. Pick some up!
(3)Felicia D.
To this kid, Mrs. Marty's original Lawrence Park shopping center location (Mrs. #2 is in Media, on State St.) is a perfect example of a three-star restaurant. It is indeed A-OK -- nothing more or less. You don't have your stereotypically colossal Jewish deli portions here -- I can definitely finish a whole Reuben or chicken cheesesteak without a problem. The sandwiches come with a pickle spear, and sometimes chips. We ordered a huge take-out lunch order for nine people the other day, and nothing came with the sandwiches except for that pickle. Making a complicated takeout order over the phone for such a crowd usually makes me a bit nervous. Mom-Mom doesn't want Swiss on her Reuben, Keith doesn't want sauerkraut on his, one needs light sauerkraut too, mustard but not mayo... etc etc. I told the friendly woman on the phone I had a complicated order, and she really took her time to write it down and repeat it back to me. I was impressed, because she immediately savvied that I was dead set on getting this massive lunch order 100% correct. You know what? It was correct. Except there were six reubens and none of them were marked, so I had to dismember each sandwich and autopsy its contents before handing it out. Everyone was happy with their lunch in the end, which was the stated goal. My chicken cheesesteak was tasty, if a bit meager on the chicken. I've noticed the same problem with their Nova smoked salmon platter -- big price, not much fish. Still, it's just one of those A-OK places that makes it in the suburbs where demands are lower and competition not nearly as tasty as the city.
(3)Matthew F.
I've been coming to Marty's Deli for many years now, used to be with friends, now I bring my kids pretty much every Sunday. The serivce is always quick and friendly, after a while the staff will know your name and remember what you like too. I often get a Chicken Cheesestake, they're prefect size and taste great, not greasy. The potato salad is a must as well. Prices are fair; I'd much rather pay for better quality and service than go to a chain.
(4)Ben F.
My mom and my sister rave about this place. I don't really see why. I've been here a few times with them and have never been impressed, but after today felt the need to write about it. Usually when I order a 7-9 dollar cheesesteak I save half for another time so I don't feel like I'm over-eating. When my chicken cheesesteak was put in front of me today I had to ask the waiter if the cook accidentally used only half the normal portion of meat. I've never seen such an empty steak sandwich in my life and easily housed the whole thing, plus the measly pickle spear and miniature bag of chips. After confronting the waiter he asked me if I wanted another and I told him "no, not if this is the normal portion size. Do they always look so empty?" I won't quote the waiter exactly but his reply was along the lines of that's the normal portion size but the chef doesn't know what he's doing and that's why it looks small. This was a disgrace of a cheesesteak, and thus worthy of a 2 star review considering all the times I've eaten here in the past have been a solid "Meh".
(2)Jewel K.
We have been coming here for years. It is a decent deli and we don't mind the prices....although we have used restaurant.com discounts the last few times we came. My 4 year old granddaughter especially likes coming on Sunday for dinner when they have a young couple who sing . She likes to dance in the aisles! Very child friendly.
(4)Bruiser H.
This place has been around for so long, I'm surprised no one has reviewed it. We went on Saturday, about 1ish for lunch. While it's large enough on the inside, it was crowded and we had to seat ourself. There were tables in the back, but they had not been cleaned. We had to flag down a busboy to clean it up a bit. The waitress was slow in arriving, probably more than 10 minutes, but was back fairly quickly with the drinks and taking the order. We didn't see her again until she brought the food (and we needed refills by then, too.) In all the food was typical Deli foods, lots of sandwiches. I opted for a Pizza Steak, my daughter got a wrap and my son a Cheeseburger. Prices were fairly high for deli food, nearly $8 a sandwich. The quality was only so-so. The steak could have used a bit more seasoning. Despite it's long history in Lawrence Park, I doubt I'll be back any time soon.
(2)Kevin ..
I have been eating at this place for the past 15-20 years. I get the same thing every time. Every time it is cooked the same way and taste great. One of my top 5 places to eat.
(5)Mrs C.
Rather than drive to Bala Cynwyd, my husband and I decided to order nova & bagels from Mrs. Marty's Deli as it's closer to our house. The food wasn't bad, but for $10 per sandwich, we were expecting better. All of the veg was cut entirely too thick. Next time, we'll just grab nova and make our own sandwiches.
(2)Nick D.
Typical Jewish deli/diner. I go here occasionally for breakfast and can really only speak to that,, but it's pretty good. It's not the kind of place I go out of my way for, however I have no problem stopping in when in the area. I don't really love the coffee, I find it kind of weak, but I like the omelets and home fries which is really what I'm after in a place like that. The wait staff is usually very friendly and accommodating for special requests. Overall, a descent spot for breakfast.
(3)Peter Y.
I thought this was an okay place. The matzo ball soup was good and warm. I tried the Jewish roll and I thought - apart from the abundance of bread, that is was good and tasteful. Service was excellent and done with a smile. The only shock to me was the price. We paid almost $20 each for lunch sandwiches and extras. I thought that was a way off for what we ordered. Everything else I thought was okay.
(3)Bernice B.
The food was OK . Pretty run of the mill. Server was a complete doll. The reason for 3 stars is it took a fairly long time to get our food. It wouldn't have been a bother but I got my food and the server mentioned someone taking the order of fries . I ate my whole sandwich before they arrived. Had them boxed up which was a bit frustrating. I'd try it again though.
(3)Steven B.
When a place has been around for over 25 years you figure they must have something going for them. I've been going here off and on for about 15 of those 25. I stop by mostly for breakfast and they do a solid 3 star job. A good breakfast with drink is going to cost you somewhere between 5 and 10 bucks. For example their Breakfast Special of two eggs, home fries, juice, toast, and coffee is $4.79. If you get a fancy omelet you'll start heading towards $10.00. Because they are in Lawrence Park Plaza parking is a breeze. This is a nice place to fortify yourself while running errands on a Saturday morning.
(3)Brenton W.
One of the original tenants in the shopping center. Nostalgic, good, fairly priced and plethora of options for a deli. It's a 5 star deli / diner, not a 5 star restaurant. You want quality food and don't want to pay a fortune? Good option if you have an hour break. I've come to appreciate if more, now that I've moved away from Delco.
(5)Laura F.
Went here for lunch with my grandmom and aunt. It was a monday early afternoon and was packed! I ordered an italian hoagie. It was good. Didn't try any of anyone else's meal. Grandmom wanted to order half a cheesesteak. The waitress said no problem. Then came back about 10 minutes later and said it was a problem. Grandmom was forced to order a whole (usually places do not mind and are nice enough to just make her half). We are not complainers, so we agreed. I agree with the other reviewers that it is a bit overpriced. Our bill came to $40 for lunch. That's a bit steep! It was a nice place overall. Our waitress was nice. I may be back because of the convenient location....or just grab some cheaper delicious burgers next door instead ;)
(3)Ka B.
I just bought their bagel chips and they were stale and I had to throw them away. Disappointing. The customer service isn't too good either. (It's not going to kill them to smile once!) Anyway, a lot of the food is good, but I've seen better delis with better customer service attitude.
(3)Glen M.
Dependable place for noshing. Jewish deli style, but not kosher in the selections. Try the Mishegoss sandwich.
(4)Julio D.
I came in here for a late breakfast and I ordered eggs with a side of corned beef hash. The server brought out my eggs and home fries but forgot to put in for my side of hash. I ended up waiting 15 minutes for the hash and had cold eggs. The hash was still raw and the home fries were as hard as a rock. The food here is overpriced and not very good.
(1)Elizabeth F.
I pass this place by all the time while in the Lawrence Park shopping center, but have usually stopped at one of the chain restaurants in the center. The place has a very relaxed neighborhood vibe. Seems very popular with local area residents based on conversation by the cash register. Pros: they have wifi, although I couldn't get it to connect the whole time I was there. Food is decent, good selection, very tasty pancakes and decent home fries. They sell lottery tickets. Cons: parking is awful. For the price the portions should be slightly larger in my opinion. The coffee leaves much to be desired. Overall a decent place. There is room for improvement, but only my first visit so updates to come. I'm sure I'll be back.
(3)Brittany G.
Had a breakfast sandwich which was pretty standard but once I tried the breakfast potatoes that came with I knew I had to write a review. They are the most delicious perfectly browned little nuggets I've had in a while.
(3)Diane B.
I grew up on the Main Line and always went to Hymie's for deli. I live in Wallingford now and it's a haul to go all the way there for some good deli. Dad is in town and always wants Hymie's so instead of driving up there we went to Mrs Marty's instead. Dad had his usual fish platter and I had my usual breakfast, both were very good. We even brought home take out for dinner, corned beef specials to make. The restaurant was nice and comfy, the service was excellent. We finally found a deli near me to go to from now on. I highly recommend this place for deli.
(4)Mike S.
Passes for a deli, but not great food at all. Places like Hymies, Famous 4th street, Schlessingers downtown are way, way better. Fair portion for the price, but nothing to remember at all.
(2)Phil D.
Absolutely insulting prices. 13 dollars for a roast beef and cheese (nothing else on it) on a Keiser roll and a 12 Oz soda. Also half the meat on it as before when I'd always get the same sandwich. Less food, higher prices. Absolutely rediculous. I will not go back again.
(1)Billy S.
We just moved to Broomall less than a year ago and have been looking for a new local breakfast place...Found It!! These guys are fast without sacrificing Quality! My wife raved over the The Veggie Patch omelette (Philadelphia Magazine's best omelette) and would order it over and over again while my mushroom and swiss omelette was most excellent. Staff is friendly and helpful...nice size menu, our new breakfast place!
(5)Erin O.
I avoided this place for a really long time after hearing gross things from a friend who was a former employee. Finally I decided to try the place out for myself and see why they seemed to always be packed. It's a little awkward seating yourself because the place is so narrow, you have to walk all the way to the back to figure out if there is actually seating or not. By the time you get to the back and realize there isn't, the customers behind you grab a booth of people just about ready to leave. The tables are clearly wiped down with the same old stinky wash cloth. The meals you receive used to include more and use to be more flavorful, this time around it was lifeless food which had to be covered in salt and butter in order to be eaten. I also really hate the fact that they don't butter the toast fresh out of the toaster, then you have basically raw butter on the bread and it's almost uneatable. I haven't eaten the lunch or dinner foods, so I can't review on that, but I'm disappointed how much the food has gone down in such a short period of time.
(3)Michael D.
Expensive and dirty! I am not sure what is more shocking, Mrs. Marty's prices or how filthy it is. I've seen mice in there on more than one occasion, yet they still remain fairly crowded. I don't get it. I've also had the displeasure of seeing behind Mrs. Marty's. The smell that come from their dumpsters is sickening. With the amount of money Mrs. Marty's makes there is no excuse. Its time to call an exterminator and clean that place up!
(1)Ian H.
Here is an email that I sent directly to the restaurant and the owner didn't think it was important enough to respond to me. All I can see is make sure you review the prices on the menu vs the prices on your check. Here is the email: I hope this gets to the owner because I'm not very happy about my experience on Friday when I came in for lunch. #1-I ordered the corned beef and pastrami combo sandwich. I was shocked when it came out and the size of the sandwich looked like something for a small child to eat. #2-I asked for cole slaw and russian dressing but on the side so I can add it myself. When I got the check, I was charged almost $4 for a small side of cole slaw. When I asked the woman at the register why so much, she looked at me and her response was "Because that's what we charge" If this is the type of service people can expect when coming into Mrs. Marty's deli, I can assure you that you will start losing customers. I've been coming there for years and in this economy don't need to be treated this way. I can be reached at xxx-xxx-xxxx and I hope that someone takes this as serious as I do. Thank you, Ian
(1)Jana L.
What I can't get over about this place is the price of the food. It feels like a New York diner or deli, and I suspect gets most of its business from NY transplants. But even in New York, you get a little more bang for your buck. A grilled cheese is about the cheapest thing you can get on the lunch menu at $5, which isn't horrible, but I'm usually horrified by the prices of wraps and salads, which range from $10-$11. They don't even come with fries, just a small bag of chips and a pickle. I never like eating in a restaurant where I feel like they're pinching every penny, and that is definitely the impression I get here. Pluses are that their breakfasts are a little more reasonable and overall, the waitstaff is pretty child-friendly (though it's gonna cost you a lot for milk).
(2)Jessica M.
Fast, friendly and they get your order just right. Gotta love Mrs. Marty's Deli for breakfast when I am visiting my family on the weekends. I love their courteous servers and their menu has all your breakfast favorites that are sure to please everyone in your group. The eggs are cooked just right, the pancakes are sweet (leaning more towards cake!) and the coffee keeps coming. If you are in the area and looking for a quick, yummy diner breakfast, check out Mrs. Marty's! Side note - I haven't tried their bagels but as I was walking out on my last visit, I noticed how big and fresh they looked. Pick some up!
(3)Felicia D.
To this kid, Mrs. Marty's original Lawrence Park shopping center location (Mrs. #2 is in Media, on State St.) is a perfect example of a three-star restaurant. It is indeed A-OK -- nothing more or less. You don't have your stereotypically colossal Jewish deli portions here -- I can definitely finish a whole Reuben or chicken cheesesteak without a problem. The sandwiches come with a pickle spear, and sometimes chips. We ordered a huge take-out lunch order for nine people the other day, and nothing came with the sandwiches except for that pickle. Making a complicated takeout order over the phone for such a crowd usually makes me a bit nervous. Mom-Mom doesn't want Swiss on her Reuben, Keith doesn't want sauerkraut on his, one needs light sauerkraut too, mustard but not mayo... etc etc. I told the friendly woman on the phone I had a complicated order, and she really took her time to write it down and repeat it back to me. I was impressed, because she immediately savvied that I was dead set on getting this massive lunch order 100% correct. You know what? It was correct. Except there were six reubens and none of them were marked, so I had to dismember each sandwich and autopsy its contents before handing it out. Everyone was happy with their lunch in the end, which was the stated goal. My chicken cheesesteak was tasty, if a bit meager on the chicken. I've noticed the same problem with their Nova smoked salmon platter -- big price, not much fish. Still, it's just one of those A-OK places that makes it in the suburbs where demands are lower and competition not nearly as tasty as the city.
(3)Matthew F.
I've been coming to Marty's Deli for many years now, used to be with friends, now I bring my kids pretty much every Sunday. The serivce is always quick and friendly, after a while the staff will know your name and remember what you like too. I often get a Chicken Cheesestake, they're prefect size and taste great, not greasy. The potato salad is a must as well. Prices are fair; I'd much rather pay for better quality and service than go to a chain.
(4)Ben F.
My mom and my sister rave about this place. I don't really see why. I've been here a few times with them and have never been impressed, but after today felt the need to write about it. Usually when I order a 7-9 dollar cheesesteak I save half for another time so I don't feel like I'm over-eating. When my chicken cheesesteak was put in front of me today I had to ask the waiter if the cook accidentally used only half the normal portion of meat. I've never seen such an empty steak sandwich in my life and easily housed the whole thing, plus the measly pickle spear and miniature bag of chips. After confronting the waiter he asked me if I wanted another and I told him "no, not if this is the normal portion size. Do they always look so empty?" I won't quote the waiter exactly but his reply was along the lines of that's the normal portion size but the chef doesn't know what he's doing and that's why it looks small. This was a disgrace of a cheesesteak, and thus worthy of a 2 star review considering all the times I've eaten here in the past have been a solid "Meh".
(2)Jewel K.
We have been coming here for years. It is a decent deli and we don't mind the prices....although we have used restaurant.com discounts the last few times we came. My 4 year old granddaughter especially likes coming on Sunday for dinner when they have a young couple who sing . She likes to dance in the aisles! Very child friendly.
(4)Bruiser H.
This place has been around for so long, I'm surprised no one has reviewed it. We went on Saturday, about 1ish for lunch. While it's large enough on the inside, it was crowded and we had to seat ourself. There were tables in the back, but they had not been cleaned. We had to flag down a busboy to clean it up a bit. The waitress was slow in arriving, probably more than 10 minutes, but was back fairly quickly with the drinks and taking the order. We didn't see her again until she brought the food (and we needed refills by then, too.) In all the food was typical Deli foods, lots of sandwiches. I opted for a Pizza Steak, my daughter got a wrap and my son a Cheeseburger. Prices were fairly high for deli food, nearly $8 a sandwich. The quality was only so-so. The steak could have used a bit more seasoning. Despite it's long history in Lawrence Park, I doubt I'll be back any time soon.
(2)Kevin ..
I have been eating at this place for the past 15-20 years. I get the same thing every time. Every time it is cooked the same way and taste great. One of my top 5 places to eat.
(5)Mrs C.
Rather than drive to Bala Cynwyd, my husband and I decided to order nova & bagels from Mrs. Marty's Deli as it's closer to our house. The food wasn't bad, but for $10 per sandwich, we were expecting better. All of the veg was cut entirely too thick. Next time, we'll just grab nova and make our own sandwiches.
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