Cafe Abbondanza

I have worked in the area over 10 years and going to this deli over the past 4 years. I have been noticing numerous pricing issues. They are the most expensive deli in the neighborhood and often charge different rates depending on the customer. The prices on deli purchases are very erratic. Last year all local workers were entitled to 10% off deli items. It then switched to any deli item over $ 4. This morning I was informed that I am not entitled to the discount because I don’t visit often enough (more than once per week). The food is not very good and poor quality and the workers are rude and not very customer service oriented. They are not pleasant and act as if you are bothering them. Do not patronize this place especially if your are a tourist! they will rip you off whether you work in the area or visiting.

This deli is sketchy and a bit of a tight squeeze, but the joy of anytime cheap bagels wins over anything. Yes. Anything.
Also the drinks selection is out of this world. Seriously… approximately a third of the store is drinks fridges. Perfection but also anxiety because I can’t drink 50L of drinks in one day.

Their burgers & panini’s are off the Richter scale! I come here for lunch a bunch of times. The average price for panini’s is around 7 not too bad for Times Square. Same for burgers & fries but they are a really good size. ALSO the quesadillas are huge. Deff a bang for your buck. There’s an upstairs spot to munch at so you can grab a beer or whatever you want & chill.

Ok, maybe I ordered the wrong thing or was there at the wrong time… but having visited with a sizeable group; consensus was «meh.»
Pluses: It’s conveniently close to Times Square
Minuses: Philly Cheesesteak is overly greasy, and tasteless at the same time. The staff wasn’t overly friendly, and they seemed none to pleased having to serve a large group.
I don’t mean to be harsh, just being honest.

I visit this place every morning for oatmeal. It’s your typical NYC deli, except it’s clean and the morning staff (until around 2−3pm) is super friendly.
They make great sandwiches and salads for lunch. Everything is fresh and tasty.
The prices are high (it’s Times Square, so not surprising), but not as high as some other delis in the area.
Other than Cranberry (on 45^th), this is the only deli I would venture into in the Times Square area.

Horrendous place. Extremely rude guy at the cooking station who behaved like he was doing us a favor by taking our order. They also charge an extra dollar per item if you get breakfast items after 11 AM. The omelette we tried was tasteless and the wrap was of ok. I’m not sure what explains the positive reviews on Unilocal.Would never go back. They are many more options for breakfast around.

Café Abbondanza looked appetizing as we walked past it while filming a documentary of elevators in the theater district. We stopped by for lunch, enjoying a chicken parm wedge, a gyro, and an order of french fries. We were particularly happy that Abbondanza served yummy steak fries instead of the crud that some places offer. Good selection of drinks, too — always nice to see Dr. Brown’s among the choices. Sandwiches were hot and fresh, and the service came with a smile. We’ll definitely be going back to Abbondanza if we are in the area again.

Took long time to get sandwiches and we were trying to get to a show. But the food was good when it finally came through.

This place was right next to my hotel and I stopped in here twice for a quick bite based on other Unilocal reviews.
As described, friendly service, great selection of drinks, awesome sandwiches with Boar’s Head meats. Had an excellent Italian sub. Prices are reasonable.
Don’t gamble on any of the other sketchy looking delis in the area. Hit up Café Abbondanza!

Used to work right by this place. I frequented this place for lunch. I usually ordered some delicious heroes from this place. I flirted with the cashier and she used to give me extra pickles and chips for free. I hope the owner doesn’t read this and fire her. She was very nice.

Good food at a reasonable price.

In a neighborhood chocked full of mediocre multi-​purpose delis, Abbondanza really stands out. From the minute I came into this place, something looked unusual… it was clean and bright. But then I noticed that people were pleasant too. Whah???
They seem to have a nice array of choices (though I’ve only been there for coffee and breakfast). Their coffee is the best within 4 or 5 blocks — for my money, you need to go to Cosi for something comparable. They fix it just the way you like it and serve it with a smile. I also love the fact that their oatmeal is made with water — not milk and comes with toppings that are tasty, healthy and fresh. Forget Cranberry and Europa and that awful place across the street. Check out Abbondanza.

LOVE these people!
for years we’ve had to suffer with the deli right next to our building. and while they’ve done a passable job making breakfast sandwiches and the occasional turkey burger it really was because it was the only game in town that we patronized.
also, i’m a huge drink guy. i love sodas and teas and waters and the only thing that the next door deli ever had was coke, diet coke, diet Sunkist and some 3 week old vitamin waters.
teleport across the street to Café Abbondanza and you’ll find a 15 yard long cooler with every drink imaginable!!! they even have my diet arizona green tea!!!
they’re the nicest people, make great sandwiches and have no minimum on credit cards.
this is Titz’s spot from now on.