You were nobody 'til somebody bought you lunch at the Carnegie Deli. Founded in 1937 and located just offstage from Manhattan’s theater district, Carnegie became THE iconic spot for entertainers, celebrities, and comics to eat sandwiches the size of their heads. We are known for our gargantuan sandwiches, smoked and cured meats, potato knishes, and our creamy cheesecake. Carnegie Deli brings an authentic New York deli experience to deli lovers all over the world.