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Norma's Deli

74-78 The Corso, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

Recommended by 65 people

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74-78 The Corso, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

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HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Norma's Deli

Step down off The Corso into Norma’s Deli, a bustling European food hall packed with trays of warm focaccia, savory quiches, and fresh cakes. The visual counter hits right away—piles of morning pastries, slabs of pizza, and cured meats ready for slicing. Sydney sandwich regulars hunt down the mortadella on focaccia, layered with pesto, mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes inside light, olive-oil-crisped bread. Another reliable pick is the turkey pesto pistachio. The open kitchen moves fast, dishing out loaded sangas and coffee in minutes despite lines out the door. Late-afternoon visitors often catch half-price baked goods right before the doors shut.

  • Subterranean European Space: Basement food hall layout on The Corso where guests can watch chefs assemble orders across an open kitchen line.
  • Focaccia Sandwiches: Generously filled mortadella, turkey, and pesto sandwiches built on freshly baked, olive-oil-rich focaccia.
  • Mediterranean Deli Counter: Broad counter display featuring morning pastries, quiches, seasonal salads, and whole cakes.
  • End-of-Day Half-Price Bakes: Unsold baked goods and surplus produce are discounted by half price near closing to curb food waste.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Diners Choose Norma's Deli

Discover why locals and beachgoers descend to The Corso for European market energy and generous deli fare.

  • Generous, Fast Artisan Focaccia Sandwiches

    Freshly baked, airy focaccia sandwiches packed generously with quality meats, pesto, and artisan fillings, served swiftly alongside quality coffee.

    depth of flavour in each sandwich and the friendly and quick service despite the long lines

    Randy Strickland

  • Late-Day Half-Price Closing Initiative

    Near closing time, surplus fresh produce and baked goods are marked down by half price to eliminate food waste.

    great initiative to sell unsold produce at the end of the day for half price

    Kuba Jakubowski

  • European Mercado Food Hall with Open Kitchen

    A vibrant open kitchen lets guests watch chefs assemble dishes in an immersive underground European food hall setting.

    The store looks like a food hall with different shops but is one big store with a open kitchen to watch the chefs art work

    Till Pisch

  • Expansive Mediterranean Visual Displays

    Expansive display counters show off morning-baked cakes, pastries, Mediterranean quiches, and savory items that stimulate every sense upon arrival.

    Cakes baked fresh each morning, pastries, a cabinet that stimulates every sense before you’ve even ordered.

    Chic Retreats NZ

  • Beachfront Stroll Provisions & Takeaway

    Steps from Manly Beach on The Corso, offering quick deli takeaway and provisions ideal for an oceanfront picnic.

    The place is super close to Manly Beach, so perfect spot before or after a walk there.

    Sajad Imanian

  • Subterranean Basement Setting on The Corso

    A subterranean hidden gem tucked downstairs on The Corso with a distinct underground Italian deli character.

    Hidden gem tucked away on the basement of The Corso. It has an underground Italian deli feel

    Vanessa Di Pietro

Signature focaccia sandwiches and Mediterranean hot counter classics

  • Mortadella sandwich

    I think this pistachio mortadella was the best sandwich of my life

    Sarah Smile

  • Pizza slices

    the kids enjoyed their pizza slices too. Everything was fresh and delicious.

    Shannon Johnston

  • Turkey pesto pistachio sandwich

    By far the best sandwich I’ve had there

    Randy Strickland

  • Quiche

    Norma‘s sells Mediterranean specialities from Greece as well as quiche and baked goods from other Mediterranean countries. I ordered a quiche, green bean salad and basque cheese cake.

    Nanita

Other favorites

Desserts, refreshing drinks, and market sides to complete your visit

  • Basque cheesecake

    luscious cheese cake

    Nanita

  • Aperol Spritz

    ordered a couple of Aperol Spritz while we were there

    Shannon Johnston

  • Tiramisu

    cakes and tarts to bread to tiramisu

    John Stankovich

  • Green bean salad

    The quiche was heated and complemented the green bean salad and luscious cheese cake perfectly.

    Nanita

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Norma's Deli located and how does ordering work?

Norma's Deli is situated downstairs in a basement space along The Corso. You place your order and pay at the central counter for both dine-in and takeaway; for dine-in, find an indoor table and staff bring the food to you. Water is available self-serve at a side station.

How large are the food portions?

Expect large, generously filled focaccia sandwiches and substantial salad portions that visitors frequently note are big enough to share or save for later. Slices of pizza and baked goods like Basque cheesecake are also available.

What are the wait times like during busy hours?

Lines frequently form during peak times such as Sunday lunch, but the counter queue tends to move quickly and orders are often served within minutes. Arriving earlier in the day is recommended if you are looking for specific baked items.

Can the deli accommodate groups and indoor dining?

Norma's operates indoor seating only in a European food hall style, accommodating solo diners, couples, and smaller groups. It can get buzzing and loud during peak rushes, and large groups may find seating less ideal without planning ahead. Takeaway to nearby Manly Beach is also popular.

What parking and transit options are nearby?

Nearby parking options include metered street parking and local parking structures, including the nearby Coles parking facility accessible via the rear entrance. The deli is also a short walk from Manly Ferry and the beach.

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