Royal Oak Guide

The 5 Best Delis in Royal Oak, MI

Last updated October 11, 2026 · ranked from 2,074 Google reviews · How we rank

This list ranks 5 delis in and around Royal Oak, MI, led by Bucharest Grill - Royal Oak, Potbelly and Al's Famous Deli. Together they have 2,074 Google reviews; Kroger Deli has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.2. Every place on the list is in Royal Oak, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.

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  1. 1Bucharest Grill - Royal OakBucharest Grill - Royal Oak holds a 3.8 Google rating across 859 reviews, listed on Google as sandwich shop.
  2. 2PotbellyPotbelly holds a 3.8 Google rating across 593 reviews, listed on Google as sandwich shop.
  3. 3
    Al's Famous DeliAl's Famous Deli holds a 3.9 Google rating across 546 reviews, listed on Google as deli.

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  2. Potbelly in Royal Oak2

    Potbelly

    3.8(593)· Google3.8 out of 5 from 593 reviews (Google rating)

    Sandwich shop

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    Potbelly holds a 3.8 Google rating across 593 reviews, listed on Google as sandwich shop.

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    Kroger Deli

    4.2(58)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 58 reviews (Google rating)

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    Kroger Deli holds a 4.2 Google rating across 58 reviews, listed on Google as deli.

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  5. Einstein Bros. Bagels in Royal Oak5

    Einstein Bros. Bagels

    3.5(18)· Google3.5 out of 5 from 18 reviews (Google rating)

    Coffee shop · $

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    Einstein Bros. Bagels holds a 3.5 Google rating across 18 reviews, listed on Google as bagel shop.

    “I didn't have any issues. I ordered a sandwich and some bagels. There were plenty of workers and it was reasonably fast. The only issue is I didn't see a restroom but I might have missed it.”

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Comparison of the best Delis in Royal Oak, MI
#PlaceGoogle ratingPriceGoogle reviewsNeighborhoodPhoneOpen now
1Bucharest Grill - Royal Oak3.8(859)3.8 out of 5 from 859 reviews (Google rating)—859—+1313-965-3111Open
2Potbelly3.8(593)3.8 out of 5 from 593 reviews (Google rating)—593—+1248-549-9565Open
3Al's Famous Deli3.9(546)3.9 out of 5 from 546 reviews (Google rating)$546—+1248-549-3663—
4Kroger Deli4.2(58)4.2 out of 5 from 58 reviews (Google rating)$$58—+1248-397-1520—
5Einstein Bros. Bagels3.5(18)3.5 out of 5 from 18 reviews (Google rating)$18—+1248-541-9899Closed

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How we ranked this list

Each deli is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Royal Oak category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.

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Delis in Royal Oak, MI: common questions

Where can I get sliced deli meats and food for a gathering in Royal Oak, MI?
Kroger Deli at 2200 E 12 Mile Rd offers freshly sliced meats and cheeses, sandwiches, salads, prepared sides and party platters. Holiday Market at 1203 S Main St has a full-service deli and chef-prepared meals. Detroit Eatery also offers catering.
Which places in this guide have the highest Google ratings?
Detroit Eatery and Cacao Tree Café, both in Royal Oak, MI, each have 4.7 stars, with 1,325 and 343 reviews respectively. New York Bagel in Ferndale and Westborn Market in Berkley each have 4.6 stars, with 1,444 and 1,221 reviews. Holiday Market has the most reviews: 2,775, with a 4.5-star rating.
Where can I find vegan wraps or salads in Royal Oak, MI?
Cacao Tree Café at 204 W 4th St specializes in vegan and raw foods, including wraps, salads, juices and smoothies. It is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Detroit Eatery at 200 W Fifth St also offers vegan and vegetarian options, alongside halal food.
Which options serve food late in Royal Oak, MI and the surrounding area?
Detroit Eatery in Royal Oak, MI is open until 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Friday hours are 4 p.m.–3 a.m., and Saturday hours are 11 a.m.–3 a.m. Deli Guyz at 29151 Dequindre Rd in Madison Heights is open 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon–8 p.m. Sunday.
Which markets offer pickup or delivery for prepared food?
Holiday Market in Royal Oak, MI offers curbside pickup, in-store pickup and delivery. Kroger Deli in Royal Oak, MI offers in-store pickup, takeout and delivery. Westborn Market at 27659 Woodward Ave in Berkley offers curbside and in-store pickup, but not delivery.

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