Blues City Deli – American
This vibrant neighborhood haunt pulses with the soulful energy of the blues, drawing guests into a lively space where the aroma of toasted bread and savory meats fills the air. Towering, hand-crafted sandwiches like the olive-laden Muffuletta and the zesty Thunderbird are served with a rhythmic flair, offering a hearty and spirited dining experience that feels like a true celebration of local flavor.
2438 McNair Avenue https://bluescitydeli.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Blues City Deli
Dairy-Free at Blues City Deli
Blues City Deli in Saint Louis has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Bacon (2 Slices) and Au Jus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Blues City Deli
Blues City Deli in Saint Louis has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Bacon (2 Slices) and Au Jus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Blues City Deli
Blues City Deli in Saint Louis has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Cheese (2 Slices), Au Jus and Fresh Baked Cookies. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Blues City Deli
Blues City Deli in Saint Louis has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Uncle Sam's Club and Old School. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Blues City Deli
Blues City Deli in Saint Louis has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Extra Meat (2oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Blues City Deli
Blues City Deli in Saint Louis has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Cheese (2 Slices), Extra Bacon (2 Slices) and Extra Meat (2oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Blues City Deli
Blues City Deli in Saint Louis has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Baked Cookies. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Blues City Deli
Blues City Deli in Saint Louis has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bottled Juices, Fountain Soda & Fresh Brewed Tea (24oz) and Domestic/Craft Beers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Blues City Deli
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Queenie | 50.1 g | 75.8 g |
| The Muffuletta (Half - Feeds 2) | 22 g | 69.9 g |
| Creole Deluxe | 58.7 g | 67.4 g |
| The Muffuletta (Single Serving) | 16.6 g | 62.5 g |
| Uncle Sam's Club | 15.1 g | 54.9 g |
| Veggie Reuben | 30.1 g | 43.6 g |
| Thunderbird | 15.9 g | 40.4 g |
| Sally’s Spicy Italian | 30.9 g | 37.7 g |
| Italian Beef | 73.5 g | 34.7 g |
| Delta Bayou | 22 g | 34.2 g |
| Veno | 67.6 g | 33.1 g |
| Tuna | 0 g | 28 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its high-quality salads and fresh ingredients, guests frequently praise the friendly and attentive service staff who provide regular check-ins throughout the meal. Reviewers highlight the nice ambiance and welcoming atmosphere as key factors in their enjoyable experience, with many diners expressing a keen interest in returning to explore more of the menu.
Menu
Classic American Po' Boys
- Benton Park - $12.75: Ham, Roast Beef, Turkey, Provel, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Onion, Pepperoncini, Sweet Red Pepper Sauce, Seeded French Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Supreme - $11.75: Turkey, Bacon, Provel, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Onion, Mayo, Hoagie Dietary tags: South-Beach, High-Fiber
- Tuna - $10.5: Tuna Salad, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Onion, Hoagie Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Feisty Tuna - $12.25: Tuna Salad, Pepper Jack, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Onion, Hot Giardiniera, Smoky-Spicy Delta Sauce, Hoagie Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach
- Thunderbird - $13: Turkey, Pastrami, Cappicola, Bacon, Provel, Tomato, Onion, Pepperoncini, Boom Boom Sauce, Seeded French Bread
- Chicken-Shack Ranch - $11.75: Smoked Pulled Chicken, Bacon, Provel, Lettuce, Tomato, Buttermilk Ranch, Seeded Italian Roll Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Uncle Sam's Club - $10.75: Ham, Turkey, Bacon, Provel, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo, Hoagie Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach, High-Fiber
- Queenie - $11: Roast Beef, Turkey, Bacon, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Basil Mayo, Hoagie
Delicious Italian Po' Boys
- The Muffuletta (Single Serving) - $9.5: Genoa Salami, Ham, Mortadella, Provolone, EVOO, Homemade Olive Salad, Seeded Italian Roll
- The Muffuletta (Half - Feeds 2) - $15: Genoa Salami, Ham, Mortadella, Provolone, EVOO, Homemade Olive Salad, Muffuletta Bread
- 7th Street Sicilian - $11.75: Genoa Salami, Cappicola, Pepperoni, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pepperoncini, Italian Vinegar Oil, Seeded French Bread
- Bada Bang - $12.5: Genoa Salami, Capicola, Prosciutto, Pepper Jack, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, BANG Peppers, Italian Vinegar Oil, Mayo, Seeded French Bread
- Sally’s Spicy Italian - $13.5: Capicola, Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Arugula, BANG Peppers, Italian Vinegar Oil, Balsamic Glaze, Garlic Oil, Seeded French Bread
Veggie Sandwiches
- Panino Fresco - $10.75: Fresh Mozzarella, Provolone, Homemade Olive Salad, Tomato, Onion, Italian Vinegar Oil, Seeded Italian Roll Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Garden Veggie - $9: Provel, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, Cucumber, Bell Peppers, Pepperoncini, Sweet Red Pepper Sauce, Hoagie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Nice & Cheesey - $6: Melted Sharp Cheddar & Provel Cheese, Pretzel Roll or Sourdough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Veggie Reuben - $7.5: Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Tomato, Pickle, 1000 Island Dressing, Rye or Sourdough
Pork Sandwiches
- Aporkalypse Pretzelwich - $12: Garlic-Peppered Pork Roast, Bacon, Provolone, Pickle, Spicy Boom Boom Sauce, Pretzel Roll
- Delta Bayou - $9: Garlic-Peppered Pork Roast, Pepper Jack, Tomato, Grilled Onion, Smoky-Spicy Delta Sauce, Seeded Italian Roll Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Roast Beef Po' Boys
- Original Roast Beef - $12.5: House-made Hot Roast Beef, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Onion, Mayo, Seeded French Bread
- Big Tommy - $13.25: House-made Hot Roast Beef, Cheese Garlic Bread, Grilled Peppers, Onions, Seeded French Bread
- Veno - $13.5: House-made Hot Roast Beef, Bacon, Provel, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Onion, Sweet Red Pepper Sauce, Seeded French Bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Mike’s Spicy Beef N’ Cheddar - $12.75: House-made Hot Roast Beef, Bacon, Sharp Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Smoky-Spicy Delta Sauce, Seeded Italian Roll
- Italian Beef - $11: House-made Hot Italian Roast Beef, Hot Giardiniera Peppers or Grilled Sweet Peppers, Hoagie Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Knuckle Sandwich - $11.5: House-made Italian Beef, Cappicola, Pepper Jack, Onion, Hot Giardiniera, Smoky-spicy Delta Sauce, Seeded Italian Roll
- Creole Deluxe - $11: Home-made Roast Beef, Pork Roast, Provolone, Arugula, Onion, Pepperoncini, Homemade Creole-Mayo, Italian Vinegar-Oil, Seeded French Bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Cherry Wood Smoked Pastrami Sandwiches
- Old School - $14: Cherry Wood Smoked Pastrami, Swiss, Dusseldorf Mustard, Rye or Sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Prez Pastrami Reuben - $15: House Smoked Pastrami, Swiss, Sauerkraut, Thousand Island Dressing, Rye or Sourdough
Salads
- House Salad - $7.25: Mixed Greens, Tomato, Onion, Olives, Croutons, Shredded Provel Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Italian Chef Salad - $10.25: Mixed Greens, Tomato, Onion, Olives, Croutons, Shredded Provel Cheese, Genoa Salami, Pepperoni
Sides
- Loaded Potato Salad - $4.25: Bacon, Sour Cream, Chives Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Chips - $2.69 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Extra Meat (2oz) - $3 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Extra Cheese (2 Slices) - $0.75 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach
- Extra Bacon (2 Slices) - $1.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Au Jus - $0.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- Fountain Soda & Fresh Brewed Tea (24oz) - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly
- Premium Old-Fashioned Sodas - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bottled Juices - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Water - $1
- Fresh Brewed Mississippi Mud Coffee - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Domestic/Craft Beers: Variety of bottles and cans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Desserts
- Fresh Baked Cookies - $2.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Blues City Deli
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Blues City Deli has an average rating of 4.0/5, with customers frequently praising the high-quality ingredients and friendly service.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the olive-laden Muffuletta, zesty Thunderbird, Benton Park, Turkey Supreme, and high-quality salads praised by frequent guests.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews for Blues City Deli do not mention any specific concerns, instead highlighting high-quality salads, fresh ingredients, and attentive service.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) neighborhood haunt offers a casual, lively atmosphere with soulful blues music and friendly, attentive service.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Blues City Deli is an operational restaurant with an active website at https://bluescitydeli.com/, though specific daily hours are not provided.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu offers keto, low-carb, and gluten-free options like extra bacon and cheese, alongside vegetarian and high-protein dishes.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features over fifteen specialty sandwiches, including the Muffuletta and Thunderbird, alongside numerous diet-specific options for keto and vegetarian diners.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided information does not specify a street address, but the menu highlights suggest a location near Benton Park.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Reviewers highlight the nice ambiance and welcoming, soulful atmosphere as key factors in their enjoyable dining experience.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) deli offers good value, featuring high-quality ingredients and fresh salads that earn a 4.0/5 rating from guests.
- Is Blues City Deli dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Blues City Deli has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Bacon (2 Slices) and Au Jus.
- What can I eat at Blues City Deli on a dairy-free diet?
- Extra Bacon (2 Slices) and Au Jus carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Blues City Deli have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Bottled Juices and Fountain Soda & Fresh Brewed Tea (24oz).
- Is Blues City Deli gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Blues City Deli?
- Queenie, at roughly 75.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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