Emily's Delicatessen

Located in the heart of St Clair Shores, Emily's Delicatessen is a culinary gem specializing in authentic Middle Eastern deli and restaurant fare that promises to transport your taste buds on a rich, flavorful journey. This beloved local spot expertly blends traditional recipes with fresh, carefully selected ingredients to create dishes that are as comforting as they are vibrant.

Their cuisine centers around classic Middle Eastern flavors, featuring a standout selection of house specialties that have won the hearts of diners from across the region. Among the must-try dishes is the Kibbee Soneyeh: a beautifully baked container of fresh ground lamb, cracked wheat, pine nuts, and a blend of spices, offering a perfect harmony of textures and a deep, savory aroma that fills the senses the moment it arrives at your table. For purists, the Nyee Raw provides a fresh, spiced lamb and cracked wheat experience, customizable with olive oil and onions for an extra pop of flavor.

If you’re a fan of pies, Emily’s offers an irresistible mix-and-match six-pie pack, including Meat, Spinach, and Chicken options—each pie bursting with rich fillings and wrapped in flaky, golden pastry that practically melts in your mouth. Customers rave about the Meat Pie's balanced seasoning, perfectly marrying ground lamb and spices to create an intoxicating aroma and deep flavor that lingers lovingly on the palate.

Emily’s is also celebrated for its Favorites menu, offering hearty stuffed delights like Cabbage Rolls, cooked either in tangy lemon juice or robust tomato sauce, bursting with lamb, rice, and spices that speak of homestyle care and tradition. The Stuffed Squash and Grape Leaves similarly showcase fresh ingredients and vibrant, zesty seasoning that invokes memories of family meals and festive gathering tables.

The atmosphere at Emily’s Delicatessen radiates warmth and welcoming charm, making each visit feel like coming to a close friend’s kitchen. It reflects genuine hospitality with staff who go beyond quick service — an experience noted fondly by customers who have felt personally cared for, whether it's a friendly gesture holding the door or sharing recommendations on the best items to try.

Customers don’t just return; they bring their families and friends, drawn by the promise of “comfort food at the highest level” and an ever-growing menu that captures the essence of home cooking. Patrons like Dr. Quintin Paredes have been blown away by the bold, authentic flavors, while others, like Luis Guevara, cherish the cultural homage that each bite of the meat pies or grape leaves pays, enhanced further by traditional accompaniments like garlic toum and spicy pickles.

Whether you’re stopping by for a quick takeout meal, planning a party spread, or simply yearning for an authentic taste of Middle Eastern delicacies, Emily’s Delicatessen consistently delivers with dishes that are vibrant, soulful, and deeply satisfying. Prepare yourself for a deliciously memorable experience that comforts and excites, bringing you back again and again.