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Cecil's Delicatessen & Bakery

651 Cleveland Ave S, Saint Paul, MN 55116-1293
(651) 698-0334
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Ranked #9 of 541 restaurants in Saint Paul
Price range: RM31 - RM47
Cuisines: Bakery, Delicatessen, Kosher
Dining options: Delivery
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Dining options: Delivery
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Woodbury, Minnesota
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39 reviews 39 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

I have been going to Cecil's for over 30 years. Although it has been remodeled in that time, all the favorites are still there except for the three-layer chocolate cake. My entire family was disappointed when they took this cake off the menu but we still love to go there. My son always gets the Maxi sandwich, he says it... More

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Minneapolis
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

I have been eating at Cecil's Deli for years. Best known for the Ruben, their food does not disapoint. I like the Russian Ruben and the Sweet / Sour coleslaw. The seating area is small so get their early for lunch. Also a full service deli counter with hard to find specialties. One of my favorite places to have lunch... More

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Benicia, California, United States
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31 reviews 31 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

I am a native New Yorker (now living in CA) in Minneapolis for business and was taken to Cecil's by one of my colleagues. When entering I really liked the vibe and look....Spartan, no frills deli with just plain table and chairs in the back. I was impressed that they carried Batampe products such as mustard and Kosher pickles. The... More

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Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
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67 reviews 67 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013 via mobile

There's no atmosphere here, which to me is the atmosphere I want in a deli. They have quite a bit of seating in back but it's crowded at lunchtime. The food is fantastic.

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42 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

Went here for dinner with a friend. It brought me back to my days of kosher deli's in downtown Chicago and visits to NYC deli's. The difference being the portions are enough for me to handle and are proportional to the price. They offer many varieties of sandwiches as well as a create your own option. Their Matzoh ball soup... More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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3 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

While much of the menu is traditional deli faire, I enjoy the creativity on the menu, in addition to the simply great quality food that they prepare. I am a huge fan of the "French Toasted Turkey Club" and "Hot and Sour Borscht". The breakfasts are nothing to write home about, but lunch and dinner menus are great. Try a... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

A great jewish deli. Best sandwiches, a laid back atmosphere, and great place to go with close friends and family. I recommend it for a hearty lunch.

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

Cecil's is a fixture in the St. Paul Highland neighborhood. They have fantastic deli foods along with great soups (borscht and matzo ball) and wonderful hammentaschen.

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2012

This was not my 1st visit, I have been there before and loved it. I understand busy, that was not a problem for me. We went a lunch. I ordered 1/2 corned beef and soup for lunch. The 1/2 corned beef consisted of 3 small slices of corned beef. The soup was good, I enjoyed that and of course the... More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2012

Whenever visiting St. Paul, MN don't miss the opportunity to visit a family owned institution in the heart of the Highland Park neighborhood. Easy to find, the sandwiches do not take a back seat to any other deli/restaurant in the twin cities area. The sandwiches are hearty and delicious. The various reuben choices will not disappoint. The breads, rolls, and... More

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