The Real Deal – American
This vibrant deli pulses with the energy of a classic American lunch hour, where the savory aroma of premium sliced meats and freshly baked breads fills the air. Artfully arranged platters of colorful cold cuts and crisp fruit salads create a visual feast, while the bold flavors of their signature wraps and meticulously crafted boxed lunches offer a sophisticated yet satisfying escape from the daily hustle.
1882, Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA, 02132 https://www.realdealdeli.net0Cuisine: 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, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Real Deal
Dairy-Free at The Real Deal
The Real Deal in West Roxbury has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Tray, Mixed Greens Salad and Executive Box Lunch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Real Deal
The Real Deal in West Roxbury has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Tray, Mixed Greens Salad and Fresh Fruit Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Real Deal
The Real Deal in West Roxbury has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Greek Salad, Assorted Gourmet Cookies and Veggie Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Real Deal
The Real Deal in West Roxbury has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including TRD Deluxe Cold Cut Platter, Supreme Cold Cut Platter and Finger Roll Sandwiches. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Real Deal
The Real Deal in West Roxbury has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Greek Salad and Fresh Fruit Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Real Deal
The Real Deal in West Roxbury has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Greek Salad, Veggie Tray and Fresh Fruit Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Real Deal
The Real Deal in West Roxbury has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Fruit Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Real Deal
The Real Deal in West Roxbury has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Tray, Mixed Greens Salad and Executive Box Lunch. 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 The Real Deal
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Supreme Cold Cut Platter | 40.9 g | 85.1 g |
| TRD Deluxe Cold Cut Platter | 24.1 g | 77.1 g |
| Real Deal Boxed Lunch | 45.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Finger Roll Sandwiches | 17.3 g | 41.4 g |
| All American Cold Cut Platter | 51 g | 36.2 g |
| Assorted Sandwich Platter | 30.5 g | 25.3 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Pacific Beach Salad | 72.7 g | 15.6 g |
| Executive Box Lunch | 55.8 g | 14.7 g |
| Top Shelf Macaroni and Cheese (Half Tray) | 0.1 g | 10.5 g |
| Chicken, Broccoli and Penne (Half Tray) | 2.2 g | 8.9 g |
| Cheese and Crackers | 41.9 g | 7.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
From The Deli
- All American Cold Cut Platter - $15.99: Roasted Turkey, Deluxe Ham, Roast Beef, American Cheese. Includes potato or pasta salad, mayo, mustard and fresh rolls. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Supreme Cold Cut Platter - $15.99: Roasted Turkey, Roast Beef, Chicken Salad or Solid White Tuna Salad, Cheddar Cheese. Includes potato or pasta salad, mayo, mustard and fresh rolls. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- TRD Deluxe Cold Cut Platter - $15.99: Roasted Turkey, Corned Beef, Roast Beef, Swiss Cheese. Includes potato or pasta salad, mayo, mustard and fresh rolls. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Fruit Salad - $6.5: Bite sized seasonal selection Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Assorted Sandwich Platter - $114.99: Choice of assorted deli sandwiches with cheese, lettuce & tomato. 10 per platter. Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Signature Sandwich Platter - $119.99: Choice of cold signature deli sandwiches. 10 per platter. Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Finger Roll Sandwiches - $45.99: Assorted chicken salad, tuna, tomato basil mozzarella. 2 dozen minimum. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: lunch
- Executive Box Lunch - $17.99: Cold signature sandwich, kettle chips, sweet treat, and soda or water. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: lunch
- Real Deal Boxed Lunch - $15.99: Choice of turkey, ham, or roast beef, kettle chips, sweet treat, and soda or water. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: lunch
- Gangster Wraps - $119.99: Ten popular signature wraps cut in half (all cold). 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
Main Courses
- Meatballs Marinara (Half Tray) - $64.99: Meatballs in marinara sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmagiana (Half Tray) - $69.99: Breaded chicken cutlets with melted cheeses and marinara sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Shells (Half Tray) - $54.99: Ricotta filled shells with marinara and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Ziti with Vegetables (Half Tray) - $59.99: Penne baked with tomato sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan and vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken, Broccoli and Penne (Half Tray) - $69.99: Parmesan, white wine cream sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Steak Tips (Half Tray) - $169.99: Sautéed peppers and onions with rice pilaf Available at: dinner, lunch
- Top Shelf Macaroni and Cheese (Half Tray) - $59.99: Aged cheddar and American cheese topped with chopped bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Buffalo Wings (Half Tray) - $64.99: Hot, Medium or Honey BBQ with bleu cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Garlic Chicken (Half Tray) - $69.99: Marinated grilled chicken in lemon garlic wine sauce with rice pilaf Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Mixed Greens Salad - $39.99: Seasonal greens, tomato, cucumber, red onions, shredded carrots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asian Sesame Chicken Salad - $59.99: Sesame grilled chicken, romaine, carrots, red onion, crispy wonton strips, honey ginger dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pacific Beach Salad - $49.99: Mixed greens, cucumber, pickled red onions, dried cranberries, goat cheese, white balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Salad - $69.99: Mixed greens with boneless buffalo chicken and bleu cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $49.99: Mixed greens with crumbled feta and Greek olives Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $39.99: Romaine, Parmesan cheese, crouton, Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Assorted Gourmet Cookies - $2.99: Individual gourmet cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cookie Tray - $2.99: Assorted cookies (minimum 25) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Coffee Service - $2.99: Freshly brewed coffee
Sides and Add-ons
- Veggie Tray - $3.99: Assorted fresh vegetables (minimum 25) Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese and Crackers - $3.99: Assorted cheeses and crackers (minimum 25) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about The Real Deal
- Is The Real Deal dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Real Deal has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Tray, Mixed Greens Salad and Executive Box Lunch.
- What can I eat at The Real Deal on a dairy-free diet?
- Veggie Tray, Mixed Greens Salad and Executive Box Lunch carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Real Deal have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Veggie Tray and Mixed Greens Salad.
- Is The Real Deal gluten-free?
- 3 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 The Real Deal?
- Supreme Cold Cut Platter, at roughly 85.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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