High Test Deli

Wednesday 11.26.25 & Friday 11.28.25. Excellent food. We were in the area on holiday. Noted that locals also eat here. Walk up and order. Food is served to-go, but you can eat inside. Both days we ate inside & took additional to-go soups to enjoy later at our cabin rental. Very fair prices and delicious food. We will be back next time we’re in Bryson City.

We enjoyed this deli so much! The food is amazing, portions are huge, and prices are extremely reasonable. If you get a chance to get a grilled cheese and tomato bisque, do it! We will definitely return!

We've been here a few times over the years and it hasn't changed a bit. Still making some of the best sandwiches and ice cream sandwiches. They also have a great beer selection! Decor is car/ gas station based as well as the sandwiches.

Loved the vibe of this deli. The owners were so friendly and the food was delicious 😋 10/10 Recommend!

Food was delicious!! We got chef salad and it was so fresh! Cheese curds and chili cheese fries; real chili and real cheese!! Recommend 100%

The food was so good and the people were so nice!! I got an amazing gluten free Philly cheesesteak! Their GF hoagie was very good and they had the option to make all of their sandwiches and hoagies gluten free (even fries free of cross contamination). Would definitely come back!

Annoyed my husband with how many times I was saying “Mmm” over the gluten free ice cream sandwich. Delicious food, great atmosphere, super friendly owners and staff. This deli was recommended to us by the Longview Resort staff, and so glad it was!! I’ll be dreaming about the sweet potato fries, hot dog, and ice cream sandwich!

This was the best food experience we had in Bryson city. Frankly, the service everywhere we went was awful except at this place. The staff was friendly and finally a place that greeted us when we came in and we were able to order promptly. They send you to a table and bring out your food. The food was great, we had cheese curds , the Italian sandwich and a club. It was very good. They have options to get it to go which would’ve been helpful too.

BLUF: Satisfying sandwiches of all kinds and consistently one of the most popular places to eat in town. No matter what review site you consult, it seems like High Test Deli consistently receives high marks. After seeing the line out the door on a few occasions I decided to check it out for myself. My husband and I got two sandwiches - one for now, and one for later and I am really glad we did! We enjoyed a hot Italian sandwich at the deli and then we took a cold club sandwich with us to enjoy later while we were touring around the National Park. While we were dining inside of the deli we noticed many diners calling in their to-go orders and coming in for "frozen sandwiches" - aka ice cream sandwiches. Both of those ideas seemed like good ones! High Test is actually known for their frozen sandwiches so I am sorry I didn't leave room to give one a try - next time. I loved seeing how happy everyone was at this deli whether they were working, eating or getting a to go order. Eating at High Test Deli was definitely one of my best experiences in Bryson City. Next time I am in Bryson City I will definitely be back to High Test to try more menu items and especially some ice cream sandwiches.

Lawd. Sometimes you find a place, and you know you'll be back. I ordered the Cheesesteak on a GF hoagie (WHAT!?!? YES, a GF Hoagie bun!), and a side of Slaw. Just the fact that they had that bun would haul me back over there again -- and again. It was just the right bite consistency, and the Cheesesteak was delicious. They are pretty regimented. You go the counter, order your food, and they tell you where to sit. It's a little odd for this type of establishment, but we acquiesced, because we were hungry! Plus, they have these big Ice Cream Sandwiches, and they actually even have a GF one. They can tell me where to sit every time. Every time. I saved a small bit of the cookie part for hubby, and he loved even that! I'm telling you, get the Ice Cream Sandwich. Once you're seated, and especially after your food arrives, you are gonna be so relaxed and content, I expect you to let me know. Enjoy!!

The service was good, the people are friendly, and it has a cool vibe. Prices are also fair, especially for a tourist town. For food, I ordered a turkey sandwich on sourdough but it looked and tasted like white bread. The sandwich was fresh yet very basic--kind of like a sandwich your grandmother would make when you were a little kid. Side Note: They didn't bring any napkins with the food but no big deal. It's a good place but the ratings seem a little high, which I don't say often. Then again, I didn't have their famous homemade ice cream sandwich.

I haven't been to high test deli before but a co-worker had recommended it. I placed a takeout order for myself and my supervisor yesterday and it was really good. The chef salad was immense! You know it's a good salad when you get 2 plastic ramekins of salad dressing! Seriously, this salad was enough for 3 people! It was piled high with cucumbers, tomatoes, actual freshly made bacon bits, about 4-5 ounces of deli ham and turkey, a few hard boiled eggs, shredded cheddar, croutons, shredded carrots all piled on top of a bed of fresh baby greens. It was great. My coworker got a couple of grilled hot dogs and fries. They have fresh cut fries that overfilled the container and spilled into the bag. Think Five Guys style of fries. The hot dogs looked good - like the kind you'd expect from a good diner. The restaurant offers seating and is decorated with lots of cool petrol head memorabilia. Even though I went in midday and they were slammed, the food came out quickly and the service was super friendly. Definitely a great place to grab lunch in Bryson City.

Excellent lunch everyone is so friendly food is very good comes out quick. They have beer and wine. The place is decorated so nice. Love the theme. Highly recommend for a quick lunch now there might be a line but worth it.

Cute deli and very busy. We ordered chili to go and it was very good chili. I've heard from some.locals the sandwiches are the best in town.

The staff here was very thoughtful and kind as we were dealing with being away from our home during Hurricane Milton (and they had just barely come out unscathed from Helene). The food however wasn't quite as good as I hoped based on all the reviews. The one thing that lived up to expectations though was the meatball sub. Their version of the Philly was average. I loved the generous amount of cheese but the steak had just an okay flavor so it kind of balanced out to a mid-range sandwich overall. The sandwiches were also only about 6-8" so not as much quantity as I would prefer. The fries and sweet potato fries could definitely use more salt or something. They were fairly bland. The ice cream sandwiches were also average. Good size but only okay taste. We got the peanut butter one but it barely had any peanut butter flavor.

Wow! This place! They know how to run a business and restaurant! The staff were on point and were able to handle a big lunch rush for such a small restaurant! They had the perfect run down of how to get customers in and out through the restaurant while not feeling rushed and able to sit down and enjoy! And the food was so good! Our son is so picky and we got him the grilled cheese which we were scared he wouldn't like! He ended up eating most of it and said how good it was! Even eating a few bites is a win for him so I'm glad he liked it so much( and us too because we HAD to try it!) my husband got the meatball and I got the Cuban! Both delicious and full of flavor!! We were on our road trip back home and so glad we stopped in Bryson city on the way out! Can't wait to come back and enjoy more!

We almost bypassed this place because I was looking for more of a bar atmosphere with sandwiches but I could not find one. So glad I didn't because this deli rocks! Freshly made sandwiches with specialty rolls brought in from out of state. They do have a small beer selection so I got what I was looking for minus the bar atmosphere. The owners run the place like a well oiled machine and make sure to check on everyone to make sure they are enjoying their meals. A must try if stopping through Bryson City. It was crowded and we had to wait for a table (about 15 minutes) but worth the wait. You can tell they also have many local loyal customers which says a lot for the quality. We ordered the Cubano and the Italian Turbo. Both were excellent. If you are an ice cream fan you have to check out their homemade ice cream sandwiches which are so big they are shareable!

Food was some of the worst we've had. Overcooked everything. Pretty sure my brother's ribs were mostly bone. Service was very good but that's all I can say for this place. I don't mind paying a little more when the food is outstanding but this place is WAY overpriced! WILL NOT EAT HERE AGAIN!

High Test Deli is located in downtown Bryson City and has some free parking available in a lot next door.there is some outside seating available in front of the restaurant on the sidewalk. Inside there are two rooms. One is where the ordering g counter is and the other a small dining room. I think most people get there orders to go. This restaurant operates on a gas station theme. I ordered The Premium sandwich on rye bread for $9.49 and added a 8 oz. cup of chili for another $4.29 and the food was delivered about 10 minutes later. The chili was excellent. It had beans in the beef and cheddar cheese on top and the taste was rich and savory. I could have ordered a bowl of it and made a lunch of it by itself. The sandwich was on quality marbled rye bread and filled with roast beef and provolone cheese with lettuce and tomato. Horseradish mayo was added and wasn't strong tasting at all. It was a quality sandwich that I enjoyed. High Test Deli serves high quality food.

Delicious Cuban! The kids loved their subs and the service was amazing! Perplexed and disappointed it's only open 4 hours a day/5 days a week

Fantastic stop! Meatball hoagie was delicious with nice soft and chewy bread. Ice cream sandwiches were also great, especially the Pink Cadillac strawberry shortcake. Super friendly service. We'll be sure to visit next time we're in town.

If you are within 100 miles of Bryson City you better come here. Order the Italian Turbo on wheat bread with onion rings. Absolutely beautiful, the BEST sandwich I have ever had. I highly recommend. Service was good too. Nicely themed in the inside. Great vibes and ambiance.

This place is a must stop if you're downtown Bryson City. My parents shared the Ruben, my wife had the Cuban (which they're known for) and I had the meatball sub and chili. It was all delicious especially the chili and my wife said the Cuban lived up to its name. To top it off we tried one of the frozen sandwiches because why not?? It's vacation. Believe it or not, the great food and great price wasn't the best part. In a time when good customer service seems to be a thing of the past this place was a pleasant surprise. The counter where you order your food was busy with patrons and there was a miscommunication on my order. The owner made right and was so friendly to my family and me. Do yourself a favor and try this deli if you get the chance.

While on Vacation we stopped at the High Test Deli for Lunch. Our sandwiches were made fresh and grilled. The Chili taste like you made it yourself. The Owner and Staff was so friendly. This little Dinner has an Old Automotive look to it.

Rode our Harley into Bryson City and stopped at High Test for lunch. Old school feel as you walk in. Friendly owner greets you with a flurry of excellent service. Wife had the Cuban sandwich. Devine. I had the Italian Turbo. Fantastic. Highly recommend.

What a find! We had been traveling Route 441 through the mountains from Pigeon Forge, TN to CHEROKEE, NC. We stopped in Cherokee, but didn't see anything that interested us ( to be fair, it OFF SEASON so many places were closed). We had stayed in Bryson City a few years ago and had some decent meals there. Using YELP, I read the menu at the High Test Deli and lots of things looked good. We drove around and around and still couldn't find the restaurant so I called to see if they were open. A lady came out and asked which car I was driving and when she spotted me she waved. We ordered the Philly Cheese Steak for my wife and I had the 1/2 sandwich (the Premium - Roast Beef and Cheese) and a cup of chili. The food was outstanding, especially my wife's Philly Cheese Steak and my chili. Being from Cincinnati we KNOW chili, but this was the kind of chili I grew up eating in Northern Ohio. The gals working at the counter and delivering our food could not have been nicer. What great personalities!!' Growing up in a small town I have a deep appreciation for people working in small restaurants like this. We cannot wait to come back! I am dying to try the ice cream sandwiches, but my wife is in a Lactose Free Diet so we didn't even bring the subject up. But, if we were near here on Valentine's Day, we would break the rules!

Great place! Had delicious soup and sandwiches. Food was amazing and service was great!

Great food and fantastic service! Sandwiches and fries were excellent with great pricing. Very friendly staff. Small location so seating is limited, but cozy and clean.

Gluten free - No Problem! We were in Bryson City for 2 days and had lunch both days. My husband is celiac so finding gluten free food can be problematic while traveling but these people understand and have many options on their menu. Highly recommend!!!!!

We were in town for a trip on the polar express and my brother in law has been raving about this place since we moved to NC! Stopped by on a Tuesday afternoon and it is definitely a top 5 sandwich. We got the Italian turbo and it was so delicious we brought 3 back home to charlotte! We also got the ice cream cookie sandwich. I wouldn't go back for the ice cream but would 10 out of 10 go back for the turbo!

My husband & I absolutely loved this place. The food was amazing (literally everything we got was delicious) and the people were so nice! We shared the Italian Turbo & the Ethyl. We got the Italian just how it came & the Ethyl in a wrap with garlic brushed on the outside. The potato salad & vegetable soup were great side options. I'm sure everything on the menu is just as delicious! We will definitely be back the next time we are in Bryson City.

Tried The High Test...best score is three stars only because the male owner/manager is pretty cool. The female that seemed to be an owner or manager was rude and condescending. Nonetheless we ordered $120 worth the food (very overpriced. The Italian Turbo specialty sub was pretty good...but that is where it ends. Meatball sub is tasteless and chicken gumbo was too. My daughter liked the Cuban sandwich, but certainly not to the Tampa / Miami level.

Not sure about all the hype. This place is good, not great. Very friendly and nice folks. They serve you everything in styrofoam containers even if you are dining in. I understand avoiding dishes - but why not a paper plate?. The Cuban was basic, the hot dogs, basic, the dip, average. Their ice cream sandwiches, a 5.

Barry from High test deli served our family as if we were part of his family. We were on vacation and was blown away by the service and his Cuban sandwich's can beat most Cuban sandwich places in central Florida. We will definitely stop back for next year.

Great food and great people! I had half a Fill-er-up on some delicious rye bread with a cup of chili. They will make all sandwiches hot or toasted. There were three soups and chili on the menu as well as a couple salads. They had fountain sodas and some craft beers on tap. Fries were good also. Great lunch spot!

This place is great. Great selection, great service, and cool interior. Had to come back twice while visiting Bryson City. PS, get the chili.

We had a quick lunch here while exploring downtown Bryson City. We split their Cuban and Italian. Both were very tasty. Next time I was to try their Ruben as everybody was raving about it. Service was friendly and prompt even though they were extremely busy. Lots of phone orders being placed so you can tell it is loved by locals and not just tourists. We will have to come back and try one of their frozen sandwiches! The inside sitting area was cute, but we sat at one of the tables outside in front of the restaurant because we had our dog with us. They offered to get him water which was thoughtful!

This is a small shop with sandwiches, soups, salads, and frozen sandwiches (ice cream!). They also have specialty drinks and alcohol. I had a salad and my husband had chili and a sandwich. The food came out quickly and was given to us as takeout even though we were eating there. It's how they served everyone. The wrapping in the sandwich was the old-school paper style. Everyone in the restaurant seemed happy with their food, and we were too. I just wish we had been hungry enough to try a frozen sandwich! One thing I was disappointed in was the lack of vegetarian options. Sure, there were two salads, but they didn't offer vegetarian protein options with the salads. And there were only one or two vegetarian sandwiches (grilled cheese is the only one I remember seeing). Other than that, we were happy to eat here.

Best damn meatball sandwich I have ever had , and let's not forget there french dip ! OMG! Both to die for! But better yet? The onion rings!! I'm a Onion ring lover , and these Onion rings ? I've never had better ! The staff is very friendly and helpful, be prepared for a line though, when tourist season hits , they have a line a block or more long. I would suggest calling in your order works better for you and them in my opinion! But yeah ! You most definitely want to go there!!

Great sandwiches. Great service. We had a wonderful lunch here. Would come back. Adding a few more words so it meets the yelp requirement. But 10/10 would recommend.

The Cuban was delicious ! The employees were welcoming , the restaurant was clean and had a cool vibe . My boyfriend got the French dip it was also very good but the au jus was a little bland and watery. Otherwise we had a good experience and would definitely eat here again

Great lunch destination. Everything is tasty, staff is friendly and helpful. The ice cream sandwiches are superb. Cute decor. Parking is tricky sometimes.

Best sandwiches in town! Don't miss this place when you visit Bryson City. Good quality ingredients and very generous portions.

Had the Cuban sandwich and it was quite good. Friendly staff and overall good experience

Great food. Excellent service. Love the decor. Must try the cookie ice cream sandwiches and fries.

This is SUCH a good lunch stop if you're in Bryson City. For covid, they don't have any dine in so it's all just a walk up window. We ordered and waited for our food, but learned while we were waiting you could call or text your order ahead of time to make the wait time less. Still probably only waited about 15 minutes. I ordered the Philly cheesesteak sandwich with pepperjack cheese. It was cheesy, spicy, and so good. One of the better Philly's I've had - in Bryson City of all places! Husband got the Italian Turbo and also said it was delicious. We got a side of fries and they give you a ton of them - well worth the price and decent tasting. Also, get a frozen sandwich! We tried two, the lemon blueberry and the mint chocolate chip. Both amazingly good and unique, and they stayed well frozen long enough to eat them. We wish we had visited before our last day so we could've tried more flavors!

Excellent food and service Small and can crowded if wanting to eat inside. Best grab a sandwich and head to Deep Creek picnic area. Love the Cuban and the Reuben sandwiches The dessert is excellent and extremely sweet Be warned it is sweet but so good

One of the best sandwich shops i've ever had! Everything was made perfectly and it was so satisfying! And the employees are so nice! Totally recommend for anyone traveling through:)

Cuban sandwich was good, just missing the cuban bread. everyone was friendly. It was very clean.wasn't loud You could enjoy your food.wpuld definitely go back when in town

Second time coming here. Great place to get a yummy sandwich during your time in Bryson City! All sandwiches come with a pickle spear, which is great! This place was packed the first time we came here and there can be a tad of a wait for a table, since the dining area is quaint. But don't let that deter you, because the food is great. 100% worth the wait in my opinion. There is also an option to carry it out and plenary of places to eat outside in the town. *operations during COVID* They are taking plenty of precautions to stay socially aware and safe. They have an order at the window, or call in and pick up at the window. They have their menus taped to the window for easy viewing as well. All in all, great food in a great town. Definitely recommend a visit.

Great food, and surprisingly quick for how busy they were. You know when you see a line out the door, the food must be epic. Don't let the line deter you, like I said we got our food pretty quickly. They assign you a table when ordering, so don't make the mistake of "claiming" a table.

Service was great and environment is tasteful with decoration. Got a sandwich that wasn't my favorite but I blame myself, their potato salad is one of the best I've ever had and their fried pickles are great! This was a great brunch after our hiking and so sad I don't live closer! Definitely recommend

We made a day trip to Bryson City and found this place while walking around. We got ours to eat in and it was delicious! Great sandwiches, fresh ingredients, and super nice people!!

Cute little shop to stop and get something and eat in your car as they're not offering dine in which is unfortunate. Different options as I got a hot sandwich and my husband got a hot dog.

If you didn't come to High Test Deli, did you even visit Bryson City? This place must easily be the most famous of the food spots in town. They've knocked all of the deli sandwiches we've had out of the park and they're chili is tasty too, but the star of the show is the ice cream sandwich list. Award winning. Make sure to save room for dessert!

Stopped in at High Test Deli after seeing good reviews on our way to the Road to Nowhere and was not let down. It was around 2:00PM and the place was packed the the line still was moving pretty quickly. I ordered the Cheese Steak and the Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich. I was a little iffy at the Cheese Steak at first since it came with both White American and Swiss Cheese but I figure they know what they were doing he. Boy was I right this Cheese Steak was amazing, the best I have had in a very long time. Now on to this Ice Cream Sandwich. This thing was a monster! I could barely get my mouth open enough to take a bite out of it. Both the Cookies and Ice Cream are homemade. Easily best Ice Cream Sandwich I have ever had. Will now have to come back to Bryson City to get more sandwiches of both the meat and ice cream type.

It was ok. A little plain and bland. Good quality products but lacking some extra stuff. Not horrible but not the best.