Eating at Sal, Kris, & Charlie's Deli. The Most Epic Grinder Sandwich in NYC

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  • I eat at and review Sal, Kris, & Charlie's Deli in Astoria, Queens of New York City. The old school establishment has been serving Italian grinder/hoagie/sub sandwiches for decades. Their most famous and popular sandwich is one called “The Bomb,” which I eat in this video.
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  • @sunilshewram916
    @sunilshewram916 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Love A.Q. grew up there. Worked a few blocks away, and for years, the old man (r.i.p.) Sal made my sandwiches. That man's heart was one of a kind. He impacted a lot of people with his light. I highly recommend Sal Chris and Charlie's.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's definitely a must visit!

  • @sweatyboner69hoobastank51
    @sweatyboner69hoobastank51 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've always wanted to go there. Nice to see it lives up to the expectations.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's awesome! You've got to check it out!

  • @thehammer3340
    @thehammer3340 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Definitely one of my favorite sandwich shops in NYC, their BOMB and Shrimp salad is amazing. Thanks for the review.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It's a great spot for sure! Thanks for watching!

  • @redfox7186
    @redfox7186 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Respect on the authentic nyc vibes and stories. Keep up the great work

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! I really appreciate it!

  • @nikip9161
    @nikip9161 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    There's nothing like the anticipation of that first bite... Blessings first to the vessel, that beautiful bread. ❤🥖

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Exactly! It all starts with the bread!

  • @jesseeigner7352
    @jesseeigner7352 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    keep up the great work! love your vids

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

  • @pacman52280
    @pacman52280 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Bomb Fully Loaded is my favorite sandwich ever because of the variety of foods you get on it, plus, at $14, tax included, its worth every penny. It may cost more now because the last time i was there was July 2022. My second favorite sandwich from a deli comes from the greatest deli on earth, Katz's. Corned beef on rye with mustard.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely! The Bomb is fantastic! And even with the price increase it's such a good value! Katz's is legendary as well! You can't go wrong there!

  • @lukekao8136
    @lukekao8136 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Yum. Looks better than a subway sanwich. :)

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It was really good!

  • @PostcardCathy
    @PostcardCathy ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I grew up in NYC and lived there until from the 60# until 90s. Then they were called heroes. When did it switch to grinders.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's still called a hero, but grinders is becoming a popular term to call them that these days. It seems like there's a million words for a sandwich.

    • @beanpasteposts
      @beanpasteposts 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hoagie = Philly
      Grinder = Boston
      The term grinder kinda went viral on social media, but I’ll always call them heroes lol.

    • @DaNastyOne1
      @DaNastyOne1 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We still call them heroes. I think grinders is a Connecticut term.

  • @2Wheels_NYC
    @2Wheels_NYC ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice! I've heard of, but haven't been. The old school place by me is Cherry Valley. Open 24 hours, and damn good sandwiches! Definitely worth checking out when you're in my neck of Queens!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the recommendation! Yeah, I really enjoy places like this. You can't beat these old school neighborhood establishments.

  • @PatriciaRoggero
    @PatriciaRoggero ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ❤❤❤❤your reviews

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! That really makes me happy to hear!

  • @tomahern8967
    @tomahern8967 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That’s one hell of a sandwich! Did you end up taking a nap later? And as usual, great video as always!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha! I fortunately managed to stay awake. Thank you! It was an epic sandwich indeed!

  • @choochalah
    @choochalah ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looked fantastic!!! Nothing like a classic deli sandwich...looks delicious. Your haircut is super handsome.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I appreciate it! I really needed a haircut too! Yeah, that sandwich was amazing!

    • @choochalah
      @choochalah ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jamesnu I replayed this video for a friend and he kept yelling.....he isnt even going to eat half of that!!! I'm like....just wait! Edit omg he is accusing you of hiding the other half hahaha

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@choochalah Haha! I feel that I'm blessed in that I have such a large appetite, but I do feel a little bad considering I didn't finish it all in one sitting. At the same time, the other half made for a great dinner!

  • @stokermat112
    @stokermat112 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looks delicious! I will have to try sometime. What watch are you wearing?

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      It was a great sandwich and it's definitely worth trying! I was wearing the Orient 2nd Generation Bambino Version 2 dress watch. It's a solid watch!

  • @brodypilcher3643
    @brodypilcher3643 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gah lee that looked good…Big fan of that thing and would love to try it…good job buddy

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Yeah, it tasted just as good as it looked!

  • @1Retsuki
    @1Retsuki ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks delicious. Kind of reminds me of a conti roll in Perth. Must be that Italian influence

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, both look pretty similar. It was a great sandwich!

  • @borispeper6981
    @borispeper6981 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This again looks so freaking good. Btw: I`m on vacation and the hotel has a pretty decent breakfast buffet which I am about to hit. :)

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice! I love a good buffet! Enjoy your trip!

  • @pizzareviewsonthego
    @pizzareviewsonthego ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was a nice look at that legendary sandwich. I personally never mix meats and so I never found it appealing for me. I guess it's that 1st generation Italian thing, because in Italy they don't mix the meats (at least not traditionally) But man, what a deal and a steal that sandwich is.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For sure! I saw a number of other people in line asking for their sandwich to be cut four ways, which probably meant that they were going to share it with four people. It's a great deal! I know what you mean about mixing meats. The second most popular sandwich at the deli is one called "The Italian" which seems to be more focused in terms of ingredients and flavors. Plus, it's almost the size of the bomb.

  • @fanman71
    @fanman71 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They send this through Goldbelly as well. The "Bomb" is amazing !

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely! Plus the fact that it's offered through Goldbelly gives so many others a chance to try it.

  • @johnkovalicky3389
    @johnkovalicky3389 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Now that's what I'm talkin about that Hoagie is the bomb for sure ! I'm so tired of saying Italian hoagie pages on Facebook where the roll still has a hinge in it that's not how you make an East Coast Hoagie sub sandwich you cut the roll completely in half the lettuce tomato and whatever on a top of the meat and cheese when I see those posts I call it an Italian taco LOL boy could I use one of those subs from Astoria Queens❤

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha! I know what you mean! Yeah, this deli serves some serious sandwiches!

  • @byAlberto-rm1sv
    @byAlberto-rm1sv ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This place is great!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely!

  • @FoodMaster64
    @FoodMaster64 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I feel that that would take a whole lunch break to eat that 😂 but I am sure its delish to the max

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Definitely! It took me forever just to eat half of it, but it was worth it!

  • @TheRange7
    @TheRange7 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That's obscene, I need two. LOL Nothing beats NYC sans IMO. I've had many from a lot of places. When I was younger, I could easily put the BOMB down with no issues. Today, maybe half. Jame's you're living my next life right now. Cheers

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Haha! Yeah, that was a pretty epic sandwich!

  • @oldfarmshow
    @oldfarmshow 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    👍

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @shahidanusrat6086
    @shahidanusrat6086 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yummy 😋 yummy 😋 love from Pakistan 🙂

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! Yeah, it was so tasty!

  • @s_przybylowicz
    @s_przybylowicz ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A sandwich the size of a person's arm should be the new standard.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely! But an adult arm of course!

  • @akitachow
    @akitachow 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I miss living in Astoria. Now I’m in the SF Bay area, and I’m reduced to ordering that sandwich via Goldbelly.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      At least the sandwich is offered on Goldbelly.

    • @user-or6yn8pm3c
      @user-or6yn8pm3c 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You should try the Mexican Tortas in the Bay Area. That and the Burritos with French Fries instead of Rice and Beans. That's one thing NYC lacks is good unpretentious Mexican street food.

    • @user-or6yn8pm3c
      @user-or6yn8pm3c 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Sorriso also in Astoria has a lot of hot heroes. Robert De Niro is a fan and orders their Eggplant Parm.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@user-or6yn8pm3c I've heard about that place. It's definitely another spot for me to check out.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@user-or6yn8pm3c The Bay Area definitely has a great food scene!

  • @FoodMaster64
    @FoodMaster64 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Queens is the best. All day 😅

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100%!!! I love living in Queens!

    • @amyt2400
      @amyt2400 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Friend! Hoping you’ll check out the Park Side Restaurant in Corona (Ozone Park?), I’ve heard great things about it from Italian friends who claim it’s the best in the Borough. 🇮🇹

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@amyt2400 Yeah, I've heard great things about that restaurant too and I definitely want to check it out sometime in the future!

  • @Piffydaily
    @Piffydaily ปีที่แล้ว +6

    .....A nice sandwich for 4 lol

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh yeah! One really gets their money's worth!

    • @PeninnahMarksz
      @PeninnahMarksz ปีที่แล้ว

      .elfei'salonahus"sopimus-calo_oroszjes,caliente

  • @NoahEats
    @NoahEats ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Did you run before or after or run before and after?

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha! Definitely before! It wouldn't have been a pretty sight if I tried running afterwards.

  • @paulcooley8947
    @paulcooley8947 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That sandwich would last me four days

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I know what you mean! It's epic!

  • @loobylooroden6176
    @loobylooroden6176 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bolster cushion sandwich 😂

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly, it was so massive!!

  • @ismaelhall3990
    @ismaelhall3990 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That's a big as a new born baby.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha! Yeah, it's epic!

  • @barrydimmock5771
    @barrydimmock5771 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    And what would be the price??

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      $17.

  • @oqtavio
    @oqtavio ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Not gonna lie… I was actually expecting you to eat the whole thing haha

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha! I know I could have, but I just didn't feel like stuffing myself that day and it makes for great leftovers.

  • @tcc187620
    @tcc187620 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    #BucketListAddition

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's definitely a must visit!

  • @hnyflvr
    @hnyflvr ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How much was the sandwich???

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Only $17. Definitely a great deal for NYC!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      @DW-ii6jt That's true! I didn't even think about that!

  • @maryredmond1399
    @maryredmond1399 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What's your favourite deli in New York james

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a difficult question, there are so many great options! I really like Sarge's and 2nd Ave Deli, but those are more so delis/diners. Regina's Grocery on the Lower East Side and Nolita has some great deli sandwiches, which I love! The one I visited in this video is now one of my favorites. But I also think that I haven't even visited some of the best places in NYC like Lioni Italian Heroes and Casa Della Mozzarella.

    • @maryredmond1399
      @maryredmond1399 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jamesnu yes I can imagine so it would be difficult to decide I will just have to try them all when I get there 🤣🤣

  • @remydaitch9815
    @remydaitch9815 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Cash Only...

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I wish they took credit card, but the sandwich is such a great deal that I can't complain too much.

  • @enneth8435
    @enneth8435 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    like the vids but turkey and ham are not "american meats" lol

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! We'll, at least meat that's commonplace in America. That's how the deli refers to them anyways.

  • @bb57365
    @bb57365 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Should have weighted it.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Next time. It was pretty epic!

    • @bb57365
      @bb57365 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My favorite if Defontes.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@bb57365 I haven't been there yet, but I've heard great things about it!

  • @63ah1275
    @63ah1275 วันที่ผ่านมา

    When I hear "cash only", I can't help but think "tax fraud".