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Sandwich shop slinging huge heros stuffed with fried eggplant or chicken parmesan since the 1920s.
What to order: Nicky’s Special · Prosciutto Special · Potato & Egg · Steak PizzaiolaFrom Google Maps reviews.
Nice day in Brooklyn. Went to Japan Village to walk around. Wasn't in the mood for Japanese food. IKEA was a planned destination but I didn't feel like swedish meatballs. Defontes!!!! I hadn't been there in a while. It was near lunch time so I want sure about the crowds. Usually it's packed on a Saturday lunch hour. Not today! Maybe people were out and about. Looked the wall of sandwich choices. Then it slapped me in the face. Chenzo 13 special. Prosciutto, sopressata, provolone, hot salad, broc
The Red Hook Special has a great balance of meat and vegetables. As a result the lettuce and tomato work really well with the chicken cutlet and the turkey. That's two crunchy and two soft textures, well done. They don't put too much mayo either. The seeded bread is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. A "1/2 sandwich" can feed two and is often cut in half for that reason. Lovely spot, highly recommend, $20 for that sandwich is the right price and is an NYC steal. Remember, cash only
DeFontes is one of those Brooklyn institutions that instantly reminds you why some places never need a refresh. I went straight for the Signature Hot Roast Beef and, in a moment of well justified indulgence, added the Steak Pizzaiola. Zero regrets. These sandwiches are unapologetically stuffed. Meat, cheese, sauce, seasoning, all layered with confidence and generosity that feels almost defiant in today’s portion-controlled world. And the bread matters here. It’s fresh, warm, and crisp in all t
From the Jan 7, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Evidence of mice was found on site.
Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.