Vic C.
Yelp
With so many choices to choose from at Reading Terminal, where do you go for lunch? On a Thursday, a little before 12 pm, my husband and I ended up deciding to grab a bite to eat here after walking around the entire market.
There was a long line for to go orders so we opted to order at the counter (counter seating is only for those dining in by the way). We ended up ordering:
Roast Beef Special, $7.95 prior to tax ($8.59 with tax)- This signature sandwich comes with their coleslaw, made with their homemade Russian dressing, served on a nice tasty rye bread. And served with a pickle spear on the side. The roast beef was tender and just had that flavor that you would want in roast beef. But what I think what really sets this sandwich apart from other roast beef sandwiches is their cole slaw. Although a bit messy, the slaw just works well with the roast beef, making for the perfect sandwich.
Since we had plans to try other food items at the Reading Terminal, we decided to just share this sandwich. But I think I would want to try the corned beef or the turkey sandwich if I was to come back here.
Wait time for out sandwich to be made was really quick. The employee who was making the sandwiches was fast. She got the bread, placed the meat and the slaw with such finesse. And then sliced the sandwich down the middle and packed it for to go orders or plates it and delivers to the customer sitting at the counter. Although when we arrived there was a long line to make to go orders, the line did move quick (thought I would mention that in case you don't want to dine here).
If you want a good sandwich, Hatville Deli will not disappoint.