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Brooklyn Bridge Deli

6/2 Bridge St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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6/2 Bridge St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 1300 886 751
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Brooklyn Bridge Deli

Bridge Street’s lunch crowd heads straight here for genuine New York counter heft. Generous cuts of cured meat. Brined pickles. Fresh bread with real pull. The queue routinely spills out the door by noon, but the counter crew clears orders fast. Desk workers point newcomers toward the Cubano—pressed roast pork, ham, and melted Swiss—or double down on the Reuben. Daily specials rotate through spiced hot chicken, right down to a grilled haloumi sanga.

  • Hefty Portions: Hearty, two-handed builds loaded with cured meats and fresh fillings make for an uncommonly substantial CBD lunch.
  • Deli Signatures: Crowd staples center on the pressed Cubano, a classic Reuben on rye, and rotating specials like Nashville hot chicken.
  • High-Speed Queues: Even when lines spill down the street during the lunchtime rush, the counter crew moves tickets with remarkable speed.
  • Freshly Sliced Bread: Sandwiches are anchored on fresh, lush slices and rye with the structural integrity to hold heavy stacks.
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Why Brooklyn Bridge Deli Delivers on CBD Lunches

Hefty New York deli classics served at ruthless speed—secure your midday fix today.

  • Generous New York Deli Portions

    Stacked Reubens and pastrami on rye deliver hefty cured meats and fresh bakery bread built to sustain long workdays.

    Great Ruben n pastrami sandwiches w wonderful rye bread.

    Shay Ongan

  • Exceptional CBD Value

    Hearty, high-protein sandwiches and rotating specials offer an affordable lunch alternative without skimping on portion size.

    Prices are fair for what you get (around $16–$19), and the portions are decent.

    Rosé Artsthetic

  • Swift Turnaround for Workday Schedules

    Operational efficiency ensures desk-bound professionals can pick up hot, made-to-order lunches without burning limited break time.

    There's always long lines but the team is so efficient that your never waiting for long.

    Food G

  • Fast-Advancing Lunchtime Queues

    Even during peak midday hours with queues spilling outdoors, streamlined counter flow keeps lines moving continuously.

    Don’t be put off by the line, it gets very busy but it moves very quickly!

    Shannon Stobbs

  • Deeply Satiating Lunch Relief

    Two-handed sandwich builds deliver deep satisfaction and eliminate workday fatigue with substantial, hearty ingredients.

    Such a satisfying sandwich. Very big though so come with a hearty appetite!

    Yusra Qamar

  • Reassurance of a Worthwhile Wait

    Diners experience zero queue anxiety knowing the rapid line consistently rewards them with fresh, top-tier deli sandwiches.

    It was bit of a wait but the line moves quickly. Also it's worth the wait.

    Shishir M J

CBD favorites loaded with classic New York deli flavors

  • Reuben

    I had the Reuben and would highly recommend.

    Yusra Qamar

  • Nashville Hot Chicken

    Had their Nashville hot fried chicken special for $12 and was delicious.

    Amelia

  • Cubano

    Tried the Cubano and it hit the spot - toasted just right, with good balance of pork, ham, and pickles.

    Rosé Artsthetic

  • Pastrami on Rye

    a damn tasty pastrami on rye, very reasonable prices considering its location and staff who are always friendly

    G C U

Before you head over

Practical guidance on dodging CBD lunch lines, finding the counter, and tackling monster deli portions—book your table now to secure your spot.

  • Beat the Peak Rush

    Peak lunchtime lines routinely stretch out the door between noon and 1:00 PM. Arrive around 11:45 AM or after 1:00 PM to skip the thickest crowd, though the counter crew processes orders rapidly if you do catch a queue.

  • Spot the Right Queue

    First-time visitors can easily get disoriented in the arcade, where lines form alongside an adjacent burger shop. Check the signage to ensure you are lined up in the deli queue before settling in.

  • Come Hungry or Save Half

    Sandwich builds like the Reuben and pastrami on rye arrive packed with generous stacks of cured meat. Bring a serious appetite for a single sitting, or plan to take half back to the office for dinner.

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