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Smiley's Deli

Restaurant Sandwich shop Deli Cuban restaurant Puerto rican restaurant

😐 A bit over rated. I got the plantain pork sandwich. It was unique but a bit bland. I had to ask for extra sauce to add a little flavor. The wings were a major disappointment. Although they were freshly fried, they were also very bland. Need a little seasoning !🧂 People often mention sandwich, meat, great, lettuce, good,


Address

3441 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

Contact

(727) 800-5025

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (756 reviews)

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Working Hours

Permanently closed.

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: sandwich (10) meat (6) great (6) lettuce (6) good (6)
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  • 5/5 SydRetro727 2 years ago on Google
    Smileys Deli is a local staple this is prolly the best "UNOFFICIAL CUBAN SANDWICH" in stpete!!!! 1sandwich can feed a small family, the salads are like 8lbs they literally weigh the meat before they make the sandwich lol this is a hidden gem in stpete all the locals go over here! come hungry and leave beyond full lol rip jasmine! they did get new owners last year but everything remains in tact :D
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Torend E. 3 years ago on Google
    Best cuban in town! Order the Tony Montana and you won't be disappointed - it's loaded with pulled pork and ham. Comes with a garlic aioli that is delicious! Not only are the sandwiches great, but their desserts are amazing! Tried the Tres Leches and you can tell it's made with LOVE! Stop in and the friendly staff will take great care of you! (Ate part of the sandwich before remembering to take a photo.. It's HUGE!!)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Bill L. 1 year ago on Google
    A bit over rated. I got the plantain pork sandwich. It was unique but a bit bland. I had to ask for extra sauce to add a little flavor. The wings were a major disappointment. Although they were freshly fried, they were also very bland. Need a little seasoning !🧂
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lee 2 years ago on Google
    the food is the best. the service is even better. i know one thing i’m hooked, everything from the subs to the salads, to the specialties is amazing!!! 100% the best around
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 M A. 1 year ago on Google
    A otherwise delicious and generously portioned salad is unfortunately ruined by having to pick out a substantial amount of rotten lettuce. I thought perhaps the lettuce was just wilted on account of them putting hot chicken on top, but the rotten lettuce was even on the bottom. It would be perfect if it was just made with fresher lettuce.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ms. H. 2 years ago on Google
    I just walked in and asked for a Turkey Cuban and walked out with knowledge of this family owned business and as well I met a young man with a Bright Future in baseball. I'm in love with this place already. Best of success to Smiley's Deli. The sandwich is by far the best I've had ever! Literally... You're missing out if you haven't tried this place. So glad I found it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Elena S. 2 years ago on Google
    I am hesitant to leave a poor review, as normally this is a go-to staple in our family, so please contact me if u see this and I will explain in more detail. We always order the salad with 1/2 pork 1/2 chicken cuz we can never decide which meat has a better flavor as they are both usually delicious. However this time lettuce must of been frozen as it was clear and brown leaves.... More details on the other food we ordered not so good. I did try to wings for the first time, and minus out the feathers, they were good. Just hoping it was a bad day due to supply chain issues and not the new norm.

  • 5/5 Bart T. 2 years ago on Google
    I absolutely love this place. I haven’t had a bad meal yet. The food taste fresh and quality ingredients and the owner is always so happy and of course smiling along with a great staff. The service is helpful and fast for as many people there is in line. Please try this place for your Spanish cuisine taste buds!

  • 5/5 Sarah D. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome sandwich. Had the Tony Montana which is a Cuban. Bread was crusty and soft on the inside, roast pork was flavorful! Tons of meat and topped with lettuce, cheese, tomato, onion and a delicious sauce. The beef empanada was also delicious! Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Greg F. 2 years ago on Google
    Some of the best meat in this perfectly pressed cuban with the most crispy seasoned fries. Can’t wait for round dos! Cheers!

  • 5/5 keith h. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped in after noticing the deli while I was driving down central. Said to myself “man that looks like it’s probably a really good hole in the wall.” Tried 4 types of their empanadas, all amazing. Had a “Tony Montana” as well and wasn’t disappointed with it. The guy upfront hooked us up with pork, and rice with beans while we waited for our food to come out. That was amazing by itself. Definitely will be back to try out more of their menu. Great spot 👌🏻

  • 3/5 Julian 1 year ago on Google
    Pretty tasty food the rice was excellent. Employees weren’t Latin so I was confused but the food was good.

  • 5/5 David S. 1 year ago on Google
    I didn't even see this place after I had parked and was waiting on a client but kept noticing a steady stream of people stopping by and getting takeout. I took a chance and called and ordered a cuban. Very pleasantly surprised. It takes two hands to eat each section of this thing. Love it. Going back again as soon as I can like tomorrow for lunch. I tell everyone about it. I'm a fat guy so people take my recommendations seriously.

  • 2/5 Peter G. 1 year ago on Google
    Since Smiley been gone the chicken sandwich is half size and the fries are not fully cooked. This was a 5 star place always. Something happened Monday Aug 29. It was not up to Smiley standards. I will give it a new try after Smiley straightens it out

  • 5/5 Rachelle V. 3 years ago on Google
    My absolute favorite Cuban sandwich in all of Pinellas County. No, in all of Tampa Bay. Delicious every time. Food is great, prices are great & customer service is great. I usually call on my way so it's ready when I pull up. Today I ordered at the counter & waited just a few minutes.

  • 5/5 Jason A. R. 2 years ago on Google
    Everytime I come to Florida to visit family, I try to stop here. And it never fails. Great food, Service and crazy good vibes. Wepa! Mi gente!!!!!

  • 5/5 Sandra A. 4 years ago on Google
    The staff was friendly, the sandwich had more than enough meat, like LOTS of sandwich meat! I personally thought it was too much, but it tasted good and was well worth the price.

  • 5/5 Ramon O. 5 months ago on Google
    First went here when they opened years ago. Since then, I have left FL but I'm currently visiting and have been so excited to have one of their sandwiches for the longest time. I attempted to acquire one 10/23/23 @5pm but they were closed despite google business hours. It would be a tragedy if the went out of business.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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