Eli’s Restaurant has opened a carry out deli right next door to their seated dining venue, on 20th and N St. Eli’s offers a large menu of kosher foods, which I have found to be solid and reliable but not exceptional. (Note: I do not keep kosher.) Still, it is vastly preferable to a sea of mediocre Potbelly and Cosi sandwiches. I do enjoy the Monterrey, with turkey and avocado on multigrain.
It remains to be seen how the carry out deli’s offerings will compare to the restaurant’s food, but I can tell from the signs in the window that it is cheaper. Should Eli’s Deli be added to the list of best spots in D.C. to get a good deli sandwich? You decide. For now, enjoy this amazing picture of the bench in front of Eli’s Deli urging you to “EAT FALAFEL!” I love it. 