Camden Deli
37 Main St, Camden, ME, 04843
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Address :
37 Main St
Camden, ME, 04843 - Phone (207) 236-8343
- Website https://www.camdendeli.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :7:00 am - 7:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
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Danielle G.
Camden Deli is amazing. Whenever I'm in Camden... this is where I go, bar none. The food is reasonably priced, the staff is friendly, the view and atmosphere are OUT of this world, and there are always a few new culinary adventures to explore. I ate here every day during the Camden Film Festival, early in the morning before the films started showing. The sun shines off the water and floods nicely into the dining area, and there are a few people here and there. The omelets are amazing, especially the crab with asparagus and cheese. Lobster omelet is also amazing. I recommend this time to be the best time to go to the deli. Lunch and dinner are also very good, though kept at a light sandwich and soup fare. Everything is always well-made. The best thing I've ever had there and have replicated in the future was the fiddle head salad. Fiddleheads are a Maine favorite, but pretty much kept as a double boiled with butter and vinegar kind of preparation. This was fresh, blanched-only fiddle heads with almonds, green beans, bacon, crumbled bleu cheese and a lite sauce. This was absolutely amazing, and I applaud them for their creativity. This was indeed the first fiddlehead salad I have ever seen. The dessert is also out of this world. Whether it's an Irish cream fudge bar, or mocha cream cake, everything is absolutely decadent and delicious. A must-eat in Camden. You will miss out on a true Camden experience.
(5)C D.
As I was driving through Camden on a Tuesday night, I saw this yummy-looking deli which was well-lit and had some customers in it, so I stopped for a sandwich. When I walked in the two girls behind the counter were both busy making sandwiches. So I went to the drink fridge and picked one out, then I went up the the counter and one of the girls interrupted her sandwich making to ask me if the drink is all I wanted. I said "no, I'd also like a sandwich." Girl said "we're not making sandwiches anymore" I look at the sandwich she's making on the counter girls says "we close at 7." I look at my watch, it's 20 minutes to 7. I walk out too pissed to say anything to girl.
(1)Jenna H.
Came across this tourist trap on our way to a wedding in Bar Harbor. I have eaten at surrounding places before but never this place, and I will not be coming back anytime soon. I ordered the lobster roll, I mean bun with some lobster meat thrown in as an afterthought. For the price, location, and type of deli - I expected much, much, more. The amount of lobster in the bun was lame, not to mention there was little to no flavor. It came with chips and a pickle - not impressed. We decided to take the wimpy roll up to the top floor to have a view of the water. We were not able to stay up there as their were too many bee's and the husband is allergic, and I afraid. We went back inside to be greeted by flies. While nature is not always something you can control - it was a bit much. The only thing that is helping this review hold on to any stars was the cookie I got on my way out ( I was left hungry after that sorry excuse of a lobster roll). It was a magic / 7 layer bar of sorts, and it was amazing! Coffee was also good.
(2)Eileen R.
Went here last monday for lunch. I had the lobster roll and my date had the crab roll. Sat upstairs outside on the deck. The view is great. The staff is very friendly. It's a super casual place. Great for lunch. The only bummer was that i had a shell in my roll.
(3)Thomas S.
I always wonder why people still go to corporate chain restaurants and don't support their local restaurants and cafes; this is a shining example of why people are scared to try local restaurants and stick with consistent, but only OK food. The place looks recently renovated, the room has a nice flow to it, and the view out the back is a small waterfall into the harbor. The ordering process wasn't that confusing for me (as other reviewers have mentioned), but the staff were fairly useless and had a difficult time responding to basic questions (this wasn't a busy day, most of the staff were just standing around behind the counter). The espresso was nicely made and tasted pretty fresh. They seem to have a wide variety of sandwiches/paninis, along with soups and salads. I made the mistake of trying the seafood chowder; I couldn't tell if it was out of a can, had been sitting around for a week, or was just poorly made. Either way, when you're located next to the sea and surrounded by other seafood restaurants, you can't half-ass the chowder. The sandwiches came with those bright green pickles that have no texture left and have an offensive after taste. I guess it was too much trouble to serve real pickles (either home made or from a local deli) when BJ's sells a whole jar of the bright green chemically preserved ones for cheap. The other side was a smallish pile of crumbled, stale, rippled potato chips. I looked around, and it looked like I may have gotten the bottom of the bag as it seemed everyone else had non-crumbled chips. The sandwiches were just terrible. The crab roll tasted fresh out of the can and had no flavor at all. Again, when you're next to the sea and don't feel like serving decent seafood, just don't. The Italian sub was a joke, the stale roll was soggy on the inside, the meat and cheese were LOW quality, (from shaw's?) and I failed to taste the prosciutto that the sandwich was advertised with. Both of us left with a bad taste in our mouths (both figuratively and literally). I know that the economy is tough, and owning a restaurant is tough, but find another job if you care so little for the product you're serving to you're customers. This doesn't just make this poor excuse for a restaurant look bad, it makes every local business in the town look bad; but hopefully there are some business owners in town who haven't completely given up.
(2)New F.
Not really a deli, but a more of a cafe. The panini I had was pretty good and there was a huge selection. I didn't go on a day where it was crowded, so I didn't have any problems with a long line. The view from the deli is great which is a bonus.
(4)Steve N.
Fantastic spot, the upstairs sitting area overlooking the harbour is a view you will remember. The vast choice on the menu made it hard to select, you will not go wrong with anything you select. The staff is friendly and the beer is cold. We will be back.
(4)Abby W.
Great place to stop in Camden to get sandwiches for a nice hike up Mt. Battie, Bald Rock Mountain or Maiden Cliff. Otherwise just stay put, head to the back of the restaurant inside (upstairs or downstairs) for a great view. If it's nice out grab a blanket and sit on the lawn in front of the library. This is not the least expensive lunch around but the quality is good, there is a nice variety and the owners/staff are incredibly nice people so I like supporting their business. Also have delicious salads & a good selection of beverages to keep you refreshed. Enjoy!
(4)Adriana D.
Great place for a simple breakfast on the go. Nice back porch area looking out on the water.
(4)John F.
The view, as others have said, is a big draw for this place. Sitting atop a waterfall, you get a magnificent view of the harbor. It's worth stopping in just for that! In addition, the staff seems really laid back and friendly, and the desserts are fantastic. I had a slice of Oreo cheesecake on my visit, and it was all I could do not to swallow it all in one go. Absolutely wonderful. Definitely stop in here if you're in Camden!
(4)Sheila B.
First of all I was so excited to eat her and grab a sandwich and the view of the harbor. My husband & I came here for lunch and literally ordered two sandwiches 1) a grille cheese with bacon 2) veggie +cheese sub and one cup of soup, NE clam chowder. Both sandwiches somehow got messed up. We ordered and took our seats, within 2min my husband asked to changed his order to the Cuban Sandwich and the Deli chef jerk-o said it was too late (#1 mistake). So we wait within 15 min our food arrives, his sandwich is charred, black (mistake #2) he sent it back, and the waitress offered him another sandwich but he said it was OK as he ate the watery NE chowder. Mistake #3 my Veggie sandwich had pieces of roast beef in it. I would've made a huge stink, because #1 I don't eat cold cuts #2) I don't eat beef. This was just a bad situation, but I was starving and did get a new sandwich, the waitress at this point felt bad and totally not her fault, but deli man jerk-o's for sure. So we finished up asap and got the hell out of there. My advice to the rest of the Camden visitors, eat across the street or elsewhere, no need to pay for overpriced bad quality, bad service deli sandwich at the Camden Deli. And Mr. Jerk-o Deli man, this is for you I hope the owner reads this because you F'd up big time.
(1)Kevin B.
Great food, awesome view. But a little high on the price $18 for soap, sandwich and a drink.
(4)Ken M.
The view is the reason to come to the Camden Deli. We sat at a table next to the windows overlooking the waterfall and harbor beyond. Technically, I guess we were sitting on top of the waterfall. The place was clean, but a little slow. The food was pretty good, but small servings for the price, and not really "traditional" deli fare. I wish they had french fries. Jen and I both had Monte Christo sandwiches and Andy had a BLT with Avocado. No one complained. The chips were a little bit soggy on the bottom though.
(4)Marcia O.
AWESOME VIEW UPSTAIRS! We went there for the happy hour. 5-7pm. we had $3 beers and free veggie platter with cheese. Nice deck upstairs, awesome chill atmosphere.
(4)Ioana S.
The soup is good, some of the salads are nice, avoid the lobster roll, just have a sandwich...
(3)Gena W.
Service wasn't amazing but sufficient. Lobster roll was delish! You HAVE to go sit upstairs the view and setting are wonderful! Desserts are aplenty and homemade and yummy!
(4)Krista W.
This cute little deli is relaxed, and in the Summer would be a great hot spot for a little espresso, baked good, or a light salad. Right on the water, on the Camden spillway/waterfalls, and the tables near the windows are the best. The view is gorgeous- the boats, the breeze. We just went last week for the first time, and it seemed that we were the only non-locals in attendance. A real hot spot for the locals. I got an Italian Sandwich, husband a gourmet grilled cheese... yummy!!! And filling. Husband a cappuccino for desert (gave it a good rating, his comment "they did it right, not too much milk!"), and I had a pumpkin bar with cream cheese frosting that was perfect- moist. A lot of people were having their soups... or one of their fresh salads... Definitely a great place on your way through town, or for a quick lunch or breakfast... Grab something for takeout and go hiking... When we come through in the summer we'll stop for sure!
(4)Matt R.
I don't know how long this place has been here. I do know that I've been visiting Camden since I was old enough to remember, and probably earlier. I went in here for the first time this summer, and I was blown away. First off, they serve Boar's Head brand deli meats. You could slice that onto cardboard and I'd eat it. You could shoot it right into my mouth off the slicer and I'd be even happier. They have a ton (and I mean many) of selections. From the simple to the complex. Lots of interesting creations. There are several kinds of breads that they pair with the proper ingredients. All the sandwiches come with Wise-brand potato chips. Gotta love that brand. There is a wide selection of soft drinks in a self serve fridge, classic deli style, if you ask me. The restaurant is small, but you can find a table. There's a nice view out over the harbor too. The restaurant is perched on top of the waterfall in downtown Camden (can't miss it.) It also looks like they have a few beer selections too. Really, I cannot think of anything better than this, for a small deli. Clean, friendly service and decent prices. It makes me nostalgic of my trips to Maine. There is also a wide variety of deserts that looked absolutely awesome, but I don't do desert most of the time. I think they were all homemade. Stop in here if you are in town, you'll be glad you did.
(5)Riddhika J.
Beautiful Harbor view and decent food! We were recommended this place by our guide when we were doing sea kayaking in Bar Harbor. We went there around 11 and we found the great table on ground floor over looking the Harbor. It was beautiful day and the view is serene. If you sit on ground level, you order at the counter and they call your name when food is ready. If you sit upstairs, you will be served by a waiter but then they looked pretty short handed so we sat on the ground level. Food was a decent fair. I ordered Veggie foccacia and it came with side of chips. The bread was fresh and the filling veggies were cooked perfectly. Overall a nice sandwich. I recommend this place mainly for the view!
(4)d w.
I have to say I was really disappointed again with The Camden Deli. The food is good, that's not the issue. The service is so nasty that it feels like they really don't want you there. I live in Maine and I hate seeing places like this treat people so poorly. If you are in the tourism industry, please try to be nice to the folks that pay your bills. Don't be a jackass. This is my fourth time there and every time, the Camden Deli folks are rude. Spend your money elsewhere. Other people will appreciate it. The Camden Deli won't. They expect it.
(1)Jacob V.
When you think of a deli, you think of BIG sandwiches on homemade bread. I ordered the Camden Club. In what universe is a club sandwich not a triple decker? Well, at the Camden Deli, even though it is listed as a triple decker on their menu. Was even more disappointed when I saw it was served on grocery store bread. But I got thick cut bacon on my sandwich, right? Nope. Microwaved bacon. Some good Cape Cod chips and a crisp pickle? Nope. Stale generic chips and a soggy pickle that looked like it was left out overnight. The staff looked overwhelmed and there was a severe lack of eye contact at the register. Order a baked good to go and you get a bag for it, right? Nope. Just a little piece of wax paper that barely covers it. Good view. So-so service, and bad food for a hefty price. I expected WAY more for what I paid.
(1)Jonathan H.
Staff was INCREDIBLY friendly. Food was good as you would expect from a deli. We were there for breakfast o the deck. Great view but a little run down.
(4)Brad A.
Good lobster roll and great chowder. A little expensive and you can't sit outside. They were quick and friendly and there is a nice view of the harbor but the room is a little stuffy.
(3)Lisa D.
This place was awful. I used to come here all the time and I was excited to come back while in town. I was disappointed to see that the food quality has gone down drastically while the prices seem to have quadrupled. The staff was extremely rude and the manager wasn't any better. After one of his staff blatantly rolled her eyes in annoyance the only thing he could say was "she's not from this country" as if that should excuse rude behavior? We are all human beings and smiling is universal. It's too bad that they have lost their small town deli appeal. Instead they seem to have become pretentious, without the food quality they used to have.
(1)Valerie N.
After walking around the harbor, we popped in Camden Deli for happy hour. They have an amazing upstairs outdoor patio overlooking the harbor, the perfect place to enjoy a happy hour beverage. We ordered a lobster roll to go with it, and I gotta say - it had giant chunks of lobster claw in it. It would have only been better had the roll been buttered and grilled. Delicious! I would highly recommend this spot - attentive service, yummy food, and happy hour prices.
(4)Micah D.
We had a late lunch/early dinner, so we had first choice of seating. We sat upstairs on the outside deck. They have a great view of the water and you can hear the waterfalls. I ordered "The Surprise" and it was very good. There was a good amount of meat and a generous amount of avocado. This sandwich would be even better of asked to be toasted! 5 stars for the food. 4 stars because our service was not extremely attentive- had to ask for refills on drinks. And the iced tea was watered down. We ordered dessert to go. There are a ton of desserts to choose from. Peanut butter brownies, mint brownies, toffee bars, butterfinger cheesecake, key lime cheesecake, cookies, and much more! They are all unique and you get a nice heaping serving.
(4)M. C. C.
Year after year we experience great lunches at the Camden Deli. Good sandwiches, beer and wine, good service and fantastic view of the harbor...doesn't get any better than this!
(5)Julie W.
My boyfriend and I spent July 4th weekend in Camden Maine and had a wonderful lunch. I would highly recommend the upstairs deck as it has amazing views of the harbor. The sandwiches are great and reasonably priced.
(4)Kelly R.
Definitely sit on the outside deck if you are eating in. It has a great view of the harbor and the small waterfall behind the Smiling Cow shop. The food was good, we got an assortment of the sandwiches and they were all tasty.
(4)Laura L.
Affordable, good-quality foods. They have a variety of options. It's not the *best* food I've ever had, but it's definitely high-quality and very, very good.
(4)G B.
We came to the deli at 3PM for coffee and a dessert. The downstairs staff (not the upstairs waiters) were young kids behind the counter who flirted with each other, looked depressed, laughed and talk to each other loudly, or avoided eye contact with patrons - anything to keep from asking that reluctant question, "do you need anything?"... Absolutely no customer service orientation or training. There was only one girl who looked up and was polite -- at the end of our visit. Overall, the deli was dirty and noisy, with inattentive and LOUD staff, mediocre food. We would have done better to go across the street for coffee and a snack. Don't say you weren't warned. P.S. If you like cannolli, don't order theirs.
(1)Dan F.
Got a veggie ciabatta sandwich, which had roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, pesto, tomatoes, piles of mozzarella; comes with ruffly chips and a pickle. Sandwich was... inoffensive? Fine, I guess? Not worth the 7.99 in my opinion, but I'm difficult. The man at the counter was great, service was quick. The Megunticook river flows under this restaurant, coming out from beneath it in a slow smooth sheet in view of the big windows in the dining area, which also overlook the bay. The river ends in a series of falls where seagulls often come to drink, which is very cute. I could imagine kids liking this place and the birds a lot. As for me, not a kid anymore, I ate a sandwich and drank a beer slowly in Camden Deli, had no problems, whatever, done.
(3)Andy C.
Solid spot to get a sandwich!!! The staff is friendly and the food is good especially the treats... Cookies, Cakes, Bars and such. They are pretty fast from order time to the time you get served. When I visited it was mobbed full of people and the crew behind the counter seemed well in control. Added Bonus! The view is awesome. If you need a reasonably fast bite to eat and don't want to sacrifice quality for service or speed this is a safe pick!
(4)Jen C.
For a sandwich shop it's the best in town. Full views of the Camden Harbor from just about any seat I would eat there and love it even if the food was not great. We found the food very yummy with only a minor error in the order which was fixed promptly. A family friendly venue.
(4)Monica W.
This was my favorite place in Camden. I had the lobster roll and some type of toffee bar . Both were delicious and I went back to get another toffee bar before we left. The space is simple and the people who work there are friendly and hard working. The view cannot be beaten and I could probably sit in front of the window with tea and stare out into the ocean and its boats and lighthouses all day. Camden Deli is not to be missed. I highly recommend it.
(5)Emily C.
Two words: Lobster roll. Utter deliciousness. Nice staff. Lots of selection and, if you can get there early, a pretty nice view of the harbor. Desserts are yummy and inventive. Four stars because it is a little pricey for many of the extras (sodas, teas, milk). Overall, great place for lunch.
(4)Adam B.
A solid place to grab a sandwich or soup and enjoy gorgeous views. The counter service was prompt and friendly and a quick turn around on sandwich preparation. They have a diverse menu including veggie options. Their cases are filled with enticing baked treats. I abstained and that is my only regret.
(4)Jessie C.
For whatever reason - this is the best coffee I've had a in a long time. So super tasty. The place was a little busy when we stopped in for lunch but the view from the back was worth the wait. Check out the photo from our table! We ate around 1:30 on a saturday to be specific. I know how small places can get at busy times and this was just perfect. Not too crowded but there were a few people who had just come in in front of us to slow down the sandwich ordering and making process. Small local deli with tasty grilled sandwiches - had turkey with pesto, cheese and roasted red peppers. Yum!
(4)Christina A.
What a deli should be! Their grilled tuscan sandwich was delicious, and the view from the rooftop deck was beautiful.
(4)Lance B.
The sandwiches are really fantastic. They come with some chips and a nice pickle as well. I've been living in Rockport for this summer and I come here at least once a week. Also the desserts are quite amazing as well. The only complaint is I'm still kinda hungry after getting a pricier than average sandwich and I'm a very small person. I seriously don't eat a lot. But the sandwiches and the view are so damn good, I just deal with it. I think the sandwiches are around 7-9$. Drafts are 3$ during happy hour which is 4-6 I think. I've seen reviews where people complain about the staff, which I kinda don't understand. Downstairs is set up like a deli, you order at a counter than they yell your name. Upstairs is more of a restaurant/bar atmosphere, where you have a server that takes care of you and yada yada. The servers were always nice and I never expected the deli to be all talkative and such.....especially how busy they are. In any case, it is a fantastic place for lunch, because of the portions. Dinner, eh, I wish I got more food, but the view and happy hour make it still worth it. I've yet to hit it up during breakfast. Either way, I recommend this place. You should order the Mistress. So good.
(4)Christopher C.
In the land of delicious lobster rolls, this is the place to avoid. The lobster salad tasted old, not fresh, was stringy with a strange mealy texture and was slathered in salty mayonnaise. There are numerous better options within walking distance. Also, according to my wife, the cleanliness and upkeep of the ladies restroom leaves much to be desired.
(1)Jen R.
nice simple food. great view. and it was open at 7 am for espresso - other coffee shops in the area didn't open until 8!
(4)Ryan L.
I have to mimic another reviewer Michael S. with respect to the pastrami. Is there a local ordinance about pastrami portions? I got the grilled sandwich that comes with pastrami, swiss cheese, onions and mustard. It was delicious, but nothing about the size of that sandwich screams "deli", especially when they're charging those prices. That's the size sandwich you make at home when you just bought some nice pastrami and you want to portion it out to save it for longer. My fiancee got the crab roll which she liked. It was 12 or 13 bucks though and for that price it could have had more crab in it. Pickles and chips were fine. Also, I have to agree with people about the staff. For whom, besides the employees, is it completely understood that you order at the far counter, go sit down, wait to be called, come to a different counter, and then pay? I shouldn't have to ask you for instructions because you should already know that nothing about your system is intuitive and demands, at a minimum, clear signage. Or a simple "You can take a seat and we'll call for you at the register when you're food is ready." It wouldn't be that hard. I would try it again, but mostly for the view.
(3)Cheryl F.
Sandwiches are awesome! Sit upstairs on the deck. It's beautiful!! 2 words: LEMON BARS!!!
(5)Geoff And Jenni G.
Lobster roll was poor; roll wasn't toasted and lobster was pretty bland. Would not recommend...
(1)Bill S.
Although a couple of Yelpers reported a bad experience here, we're with the majority who came away delighted with our dinner. We had some really good sandwiches, a Reuben and an Italian Sub, both freshly and quickly prepared, and when we asked for extra sauerkraut, the sandwich-maker happily complied. The beer was cold, the ice tea freshly made and the view from the back of the restaurant over the harbor was wonderful. The prices are quite reasonable, and the sandwich menu is large (42 different sandwiches, they claim). We recommend it highly. By the way, a family of five showed up 10 minutes before closing; we noticed the staff served them without a complaint. Like we said, we like this place a lot.
(4)Kunal P.
Love the panini's and the view out from the upper deck was just awesome. The top floor just had a single server but she was on top of all the tables. Coming around, asking whether everything was alright, whether we need something, etc... We love this place and would probably take a day trip again in future
(4)Yukata K.
ordered pastrami. mediocore rye bread. taste like cheap grocery brand bread. paper thin swiss cheese. it seems like they charged me extra for the cheese. very little meat compared to other normal deli places. won't go there again
(1)Colin P.
Great view, but so-so food. We enjoyed our lunch, but not so much because of what we ate. My wife got a reuben, and it was quite good, as long as you're not too hungry. My daughter got an Italian sub, which was a bit bland. I got the lobster roll, which was small and disappointing. I also had a "large" size order of the mushroom and asparagus salad, which was not as good as it looked in the cabinets (practically no dressing, so a bit pricey for essentially raw veggies). We shared a grasshopper brownie as a dessert, and loved that. But the view from the huge rear window over the harbor was wonderful.
(3)Virginia C.
my best friend from college lives around here and showed us around town, this was our first tourist stop because i had to get a lobster roll. It's a little over priced, but it was excellent and the inside views are fabulous of the dock. Although, I recommend going around and sitting outside. It's convenient and consistent, but the food is nothing special with a heavy price tag. I'll prefer my summer shacks by the side of the road if I wasn't starving. Vacations = not seeing 100+ tourist around me. Failed here.
(2)Cathy P.
We ate here while on vacation. The sandwiches were delicious! We ate upstairs on the deck facing the water. hey had a small bar upstairs with seating as well. My husband and I enjoyed a beer sitting outside looking at the boats. on the way out we stopped downstairs and got a dessert to go. very delicious!
(5)Michael S.
Don't use the term "Deli" and then serve me the mean little pastrami sandwich that I ended up with. Small lump of pastrami in the center of two grocery store pieces of rye bread. Bad pickle. Typical chips.
(2)Ali F.
This is a great place for a fair priced lunch. The view is AWESOME! You might have to wait for the upper patio though - but I think it is worth it. The food is good and there are a variety of fresh made sandwiches to order. The upstairs is really adorable with couches and high tables. You can't beat the deck though - always something to look at!
(4)Jenny G.
Sort of reminded me of the Soup Nazi on Seinfeld. A definite Cranky Yankee vibe from the staff... they were either "Huh? Wha?" young people or crabby Captain Itchy Pants manager. The set up is all bass-ackwards... we uninitiated newbies stumble in off the street right into the pick-up line, where we stand like idiots waiting to order until another patron takes pity on us and informs us we need to order further in, past the impossibly cramped line of hungry people waiting for their orders, to the ordering counter. You smoosh your way thru them all to get to the correct line, where you then squint to ponder the vast menu on the sign behind the counter as unending people say, "Are you waiting to order? Or just looking?" as they get in line in front of you. I placed my order with Ms HuhWha? who asked for my first name. "Karen" I tell her. Then I smoosh my way back over to what I now know is the pick up line. I wait, wait, wait (paying it forward by informing all new entrants how this place works)... finally The Captain shouts "KATHY!" and I wonder... does he mean 'Karen"? Hoping not to raise his ire, I sidle up to him and point at the bag, "Turkey with pickles?" "YUP." OK. then my name is Kathy. What.Ev.Err. I hear the view upstairs is supposed to be great but by now I was so intimidated I wanted nothing more than to get out of there while the getting was good but--well, now I have to wait to pay for my sandwich because of the snooty (local???) girl who just cut right in front of me and asked for a brownie out of the case. Excuse me???? Won't be going back.
(2)Sal E.
best service - best views - best attitudes - best selection of all deli's/ coffee shops in the area. thank you!!!
(5)Nicole G.
If you are gluten free avoid eating at Camden Deli. Despite having gluten free sandwich options, they cut and prepare all sandwiches including the gluten free ones on the same board. We expressed our need to keep the sandwiches separate to the person who took our order but it was not conveyed to the people who make the food. It was my mistake to not inquire prior to preparation, but I was hard pressed to figure out why someone would offer a gluten free option bathed in wheat crumbs as every other restaurant we have eaten at has had a special gf prep zone. However, not only did the man behind the counter throw up his arms and say, "They washed the knife"!, before checking with the sandwich makers, he also charged me 30% more than he should have. If I wasn't paying with cash, I would have just paid to get out of there. I only discovered the error because I ended up not having enough cash for his inflated bill. When our to-go sandwiches were put on the counter I asked if chips and a pickle come with them as I saw the eat-in sandwiches did, with a snarky response that I have never heard out of a sextogenerarian, "Don't worry! They are not touching your sandwiches!" It should not matter that my daughter has celiac disease and and my other child and I are also gluten free. Gluten free should mean gluten free! This is the first restaurant review I have ever written despite other unpleasant experiences. The disrespectful treatment by their staff member and their rampant cross contamination of gluten free orders needs to be shared.
(1)Steve C.
Highly recommended for breakfast! Open early, wonderful atmosphere with gorgeous view over harbor. Nice staff, excellent food and well priced. Try the lobster omelette. Yummy! Great selection of newspapers. Also, their Happy Hour is terrific upstairs from 4-7. I wasn't around for lunch or I would certainly have tried it.
(4)K V.
I came across Camden Deli on an uncharacteristically hot summer day in Camden. Walking down the street of Camden, air conditioning was not found in every place. But Camden Deli had AC and it also looked pretty good. I ordered the lobster roll and was enticed by their delicious looking desserts, which they make upstairs in their very own bakery. When I sat down to eat, we got a table in the back of the restaurant with a great view of the harbor and all the yachts. This was the first lobster roll I ever ate and it was pretty tasty. A little pricey, but all the places are around this place. A solid choice if you are in the area, but I wouldn't go too far out of the way to come here.
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