SIDE DOOR DELI – American
New York-style deli on Central Avenue in St. Petersburg, entered through the West Wittner building's side door off 60th Street, slicing pastrami and homemade corned beef hash since new owners took over in 2018. Home-style breakfasts run to 11 before Cubans, falafel platters, chicken shawarma, and NY knishes take lunch, weekdays 7 to 3 with a shaded patio and cheap local delivery. It suits Central Avenue breakfast counters, pastrami loyalists, knish nostalgics, and regulars who know which door to use. The building's quirk became the brand: regulars give directions by the side door, not the address.
5999 CENTRAL AVE, SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, 33710 727-347-5507 https://sidedoordeli.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at SIDE DOOR DELI
Dairy-Free at SIDE DOOR DELI
SIDE DOOR DELI in Saint Petersburg has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Broth (Bowl), Knish and Falafel Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at SIDE DOOR DELI
SIDE DOOR DELI in Saint Petersburg has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Broth (Bowl) and Chicken Broth (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at SIDE DOOR DELI
SIDE DOOR DELI in Saint Petersburg has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Knish, New York Cheesecake and Falafel Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at SIDE DOOR DELI
SIDE DOOR DELI in Saint Petersburg has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Western Omelet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at SIDE DOOR DELI
SIDE DOOR DELI in Saint Petersburg has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Western Omelet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at SIDE DOOR DELI
SIDE DOOR DELI in Saint Petersburg has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Platter, Falafel (4-piece) and Hummus + Pita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at SIDE DOOR DELI
SIDE DOOR DELI in Saint Petersburg has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Knish, New York Cheesecake and Falafel Platter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at SIDE DOOR DELI
SIDE DOOR DELI in Saint Petersburg has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Matzo Ball Soup (Bowl), New York Cheesecake and Feta Omelet. 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 SIDE DOOR DELI
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Corned Beef Reuben | 54.7 g | 60.7 g |
| Maurice Salad | 19.4 g | 60.1 g |
| Two Eggs with Meat | 115.3 g | 50.6 g |
| Pastrami Reuben | 48 g | 42.4 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Turkey Reuben | 61.2 g | 24.1 g |
| Two Eggs Any Style | 15.9 g | 22.6 g |
| Cheeseburger w/ Fries | 17.6 g | 18.6 g |
| Chicken Shawarma Platter | 26.9 g | 14.1 g |
| Key Lime Pie | 110.2 g | 12.2 g |
| Corned Beef Omelet | 92.9 g | 11.7 g |
| Cuban Sandwich | 15.7 g | 11.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Breakfast Specials
- Hungryman Special - $11.5: Two eggs any style with bacon or sausage patty, home fries or grits, and two pancakes Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Eggs
- Two Eggs Any Style - $6.25: Served with home fries, grits or tomatoes, toast and homemade strawberry preserves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Two Eggs with Meat - $8.99: Bacon, sausages or ham, served with home fries, grits or tomatoes, toast and preserves Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Two Eggs with Corned Beef Hash - $10.25: Served with home fries, grits or tomatoes, toast and preserves Available at: breakfast, brunch
Three Egg Omelets
- Cheese Omelet - $7.95: Choice of cheese, served with home fries, grits or tomatoes, toast and preserves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Western Omelet - $9.99: Onion, green pepper, and ham Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Feta Omelet - $9.99: Onion and tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pastrami Omelet - $10.25: Served with home fries, grits or tomatoes, toast and preserves Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Omelet - $10.25: Served with home fries, grits or tomatoes, toast and preserves Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Classic Reubens
- Corned Beef Reuben - $13.75: Dark or marble rye, grilled with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, and a pickle spear Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pastrami Reuben - $13.75: Dark or marble rye, grilled with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, and a pickle spear Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Reuben - $11.25: Dark or marble rye, grilled with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, and a pickle spear Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Huge Clubs & Platters
- Beef N' Bird - $12.75: Roast beef, turkey breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Kevin - $12.75: Corned beef with lettuce, tomato, and Russian dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Sandwich - $10.25: Over-stuffed deli style Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Platter - $10.5: Served with traditional accompaniments Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shawarma Platter - $10.5: Served with traditional accompaniments Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Hamburger w/ Fries - $9.75: 100% Angus beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger w/ Fries - $10.5: 100% Angus beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle Available at: dinner, lunch
Fresh Salads
- Maurice Salad - $10.25: Corned beef, turkey, Swiss cheese, green pepper, cucumbers, onions, hard boiled egg, lettuce, and tomato Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $10.25: Lettuce, tomato, onion, olives, green peppers, cucumbers, potato salad, feta cheese, and a pepperoncini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Caesar Salad - $10.25: Romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, and croutons Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Homemade Soups
- Chicken Broth (Cup) - $3.25: Freshly made chicken broth Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Broth (Bowl) - $3.99: Freshly made chicken broth Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Matzo Ball Soup (Bowl) - $4.99: Served with noodles and/or rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Deli Side Orders
- Knish - $3.95: Real NY style knish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus + Pita - $3.99: Fresh hummus with pita bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel (4-piece) - $4.99: Four pieces of falafel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- New York Cheesecake - $3.95: Authentic NY style Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Baklava - $2.75: Pistachio baklava Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Key Lime Pie - $3.5: Classic Florida key lime pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Coffee - $2.25: Hot or iced
- Tea - $2.25: Hot or iced
- Dr. Brown's Soda - $2.25: Assorted flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Orange Juice - $2.25: Fresh orange juice
Frequently Asked Questions about SIDE DOOR DELI
- Is SIDE DOOR DELI dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. SIDE DOOR DELI has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Broth (Bowl), Knish and Falafel Platter.
- What can I eat at SIDE DOOR DELI on a dairy-free diet?
- Chicken Broth (Bowl), Knish and Falafel Platter carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does SIDE DOOR DELI have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Falafel Platter and Falafel (4-piece).
- Is SIDE DOOR 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 SIDE DOOR DELI?
- Corned Beef Reuben, at roughly 60.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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