Manhattan Deli

Great food and even better people - can’t ask for much more! I placed a catering order with Manhattan Deli for a work event. Cheyanne called me the day of to confirm the order and pickup. The sandwiches were ready right when she said they would be and the 4 gentleman behind the counter were welcoming and charming. There was nothing but praise for the sandwiches which were a mix of the Brianna, Manhattan & Reuben. The sandwiches were stacked full of meat and flavor. The potato salad is unique and out of this world delicious. Believe all the of the great reviews - they are 100% true.

The hardest part about going here is deciding what sandwich you want. Their menu is amazing. I had the Little Italy. Why 4 stars. Their hours 10-3 Monday through Saturday. Unable to go during the work week and its closed when I get off work, then many times will pick up a deli sandwich on Sunday for work on Monday. They are closed. Love this place just wish it fit my hours better. I would definitely eat here more often.

I have gone to this restaurant since I was a kid, and since it has been sold to the new owners, it is definitely not the same! The girl working the register was very snotty. When placing my order I had asked for my soup while my sandwich was being made (Like I have always done, even with the new owners) and she said yeah that is fine. Then after paying and waiting for the soup, I had gone back up and asked if I could have that soup now, since it was right behind her. She got very aggressive and said that's not how things work anymore and you can wait. She was very rude and unprofessional. If she would have stated when I was ordering that they can't do it that way anymore I would have understood, but to talk to a customer that way for no reason? Very disappointed and will unfortunately no be a returning customer anymore.

I have been going to this deli (different management over time) since the 1960's. I was friends with the Bassman's who owned it for so many years. It is a busy place over the noon hour, but no matter what time you go you will get a good sandwich and whatever else you want. They have a good staff there and they know how to crank those orders out quickly while still giving you high quality. Over time, I have tried going different times, and sometimes I go when they are not very busy at all and it is much more enjoyable, but a deli is a deil! The parking is the main problem here, with limited Ingersoll space to park. Many people car pool because it is a better bet to get a parking place. It's been difficult since Covid, but they have done the best they can and have kept things nice and clean and followed all of the rules to keep their employees safe as well as their customers. Even though this is under different management, (Hansen's now) and I miss Dave and Betty and the others who used to work behind the counter, but time goes on. It's good to know the quality of the food is still top notch as it was in the 1960-70's! This is, for so many who work or even live in the downtown or Des Moines Ingersoll area, a staple to visit on a regular basis throughout the year.