Franklin Square Deli

Franklin Square Deli www.franklinsquaredeli.com Greetings
Welcome to Franklin Square Deli, established in 1983 and still building 'em right almost 38 years later!. Carl Picelle
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A Bit Of History
It sure has been a long run from 1983 to now. When I take a moment to really think hard about all I have seen from my vantage point behind the counter downtown on the main square of Kent, well, it is simply overwhelming. Literally, the number of customers served, exceeding at a guess, a million, is mind boggling. When considering that we have served to three generations of local p

atrons, I can’t help but to think about how I could not ever have really expected such an outcome on that day when the doors were unlocked for the first time and “The Deli” opened for business. What was true then is still true now, maybe even more so. Franklin Square Deli is dedicated to a finer quality product at the best and fairest price possible. You will find dedication to producing eye appealing food with the best and freshest ingredients available with a taste that is a step above the common. And we can turn on a dime! Food that takes a great deal of time to produce at other restaurants will be in your basket or packed in your bag, in just a short few moments. We are a friendly and productive staff in a casual, absolutely clean, enjoyable family atmosphere. Come in, feel comfortable, enjoy the motorsports and racing art and enjoy a taste of America... a GREAT SANDWICH! See you soon, and …

Thank you so much for your support!

Sunday.  Blue Skies. Mid-70's. Get out and enjoy the day or get caught up on that lawn work you've been putting off (🙋‍♂...
07/19/2026

Sunday. Blue Skies. Mid-70's. Get out and enjoy the day or get caught up on that lawn work you've been putting off (🙋‍♂️) and reward yourself with some sandwiches to go for the hard work!

SATURDAY/SUNDAY - STATEN ISLAND BAGEL 🌱
A Pile Of Thin Shaved Italian Mortadella, Thin Onion Slices, Tomato and Fresh Basil With Melted Asiago Cheese, on a Large Toasted Plain Bagel! So Fresh -- So Tasty🤤

Today's Soups...

🍅Creamy Tomato (v)🍅
🐔Chile Verde (w/ Chicken)😲
🌶The Deli's "Damn Near Famous" Beef Chili🌶

07/18/2026

One of the classics and a favorite among customers. The Reuben.

📍 108 S Water St

On the corner of Water and Main St downtown Kent

# kentstate # deli

Sounds like it's going to be a tale of two days today -- get out early before the storms come! Tomato Soup is going fast...
07/18/2026

Sounds like it's going to be a tale of two days today -- get out early before the storms come! Tomato Soup is going fast and a new one just went up -- the Chili Verde -- basically a green chicken chili that so so good 🤤 (Working on getting a good picture for it, its a bit camera shy 😉)

SATURDAY/SUNDAY - STATEN ISLAND BAGEL 🌱
A Pile Of Thin Shaved Italian Mortadella, Thin Onion Slices, Tomato and Fresh Basil With Melted Asiago Cheese, on a Large Toasted Plain Bagel! So Fresh -- So Tasty🤤

Today's Soups...
🍅Creamy Tomato (v)🍅
🐔Chile Verde (w/ Chicken)😲
🌶The Deli's "Damn Near Famous" Beef Chili🌶

THURSDAY - LOUISIANA BBQ PULLED PORK ⚜Over 40 Years of Tradition That Everyone Just Loves! We would have riots if we cha...
07/16/2026

THURSDAY - LOUISIANA BBQ PULLED PORK ⚜
Over 40 Years of Tradition That Everyone Just Loves! We would have riots if we changed the Thursday Special! Tender Juicy BBQ Pork, Tangy & Creamy Cole Slaw, Shredded Mozzarella Cheese and a Light Shake Of Frank's Red Hot Sauce (‼) on a Garlic Dusted & Toasted 6" Steak Roll.

Today's Soups...

🍅Creamy Tomato🍅
🐔Chicken Noodle 🐔
🌶The Deli's "Damn Near Famous" Beef Chili🌶

A day of classics! Tomato Soup, Chicken Noodle Soup, of course our Chili and today is Cuban Day!! 😲  I think that says i...
07/15/2026

A day of classics! Tomato Soup, Chicken Noodle Soup, of course our Chili and today is Cuban Day!! 😲 I think that says it all... See ya for lunch!🤙

WEDNESDAY - $1.50 OFF CUBAN 🇨🇺
Our Version of this Popular Sandwich Has Become One Of Our Best Sellers! Roasted Pork, Smoked Ham, Salami, Swiss Cheese and the Traditional Pickle Slices & Yellow Mustard, with a VERY Light Swipe of Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, a Special Seasoning Blend & Garlic Butter on our Popular Ciabatta Roll Pressed on our Panini!

Today's Soups...

🍅Creamy Tomato🍅
🐔Chicken Noodle 🐔
🌶The Deli's "Damn Near Famous" Beef Chili

We sold out quick last week, so we prepped more for this week! 🤤 TUESDAY - 'CAROLINA GOLD' BBQ MEATBALL 🪙Zesty Flavor Fi...
07/14/2026

We sold out quick last week, so we prepped more for this week! 🤤

TUESDAY - 'CAROLINA GOLD' BBQ MEATBALL 🪙
Zesty Flavor Filled Meatballs Lightly Covered In Tangy Carolina “Golden” BBQ Sauce, Fried Onion Tanglers & Melted Mozzarella Cheese On A Garlic Toasted 6” Steak Roll.

Today's Soups...

🇮🇹Italian Sausage Farfalle 🇮🇹
🐔Chicken Noodle 🐔
🌶The Deli's "Damn Near Famous" Beef Chili 🌶

MONDAY - BRATWURST   ☀Olde World Taste & Texture, Seared Perfectly. This Delicious *Super Jumbo 5 oz.* Beer Infused Brat...
07/13/2026

MONDAY - BRATWURST ☀
Olde World Taste & Texture, Seared Perfectly. This Delicious *Super Jumbo 5 oz.* Beer Infused Bratwurst Sausage Comes On A Garlic Toasted Steak Roll, Covered With Seasoned Sauerkraut, Onions and Gulden's Spicy Mustard!

Today's Soups...

🇮🇹Italian Sausage Farfalle 🇮🇹
🐔Chicken Noodle 🐔
🌶The Deli's "Damn Near Famous" Beef Chili 🌶

SATURDAY/SUNDAY - STATEN ISLAND BAGEL 🌱A  Pile Of Thin Shaved Italian Mortadella, Thin Onion Slices, Tomato and Fresh Ba...
07/12/2026

SATURDAY/SUNDAY - STATEN ISLAND BAGEL 🌱
A Pile Of Thin Shaved Italian Mortadella, Thin Onion Slices, Tomato and Fresh Basil With Melted Asiago Cheese, on a Large Toasted Plain Bagel! So Fresh -- So Good 🤤

Today's Soups...

🇮🇹Italian Sausage Farfalle 🇮🇹
🌽Corn & Pepper Chowder🥔
🌶The Deli's "Damn Near Famous" Beef Chili 🌶

Looks to be a perfect Saturday to enjoy all downtown Kent has to offer! Between Haymaker Farmers' Market & The Kent Flea...
07/11/2026

Looks to be a perfect Saturday to enjoy all downtown Kent has to offer! Between Haymaker Farmers' Market & The Kent Flea go support some local farmers & artists and get some good eats.

Don't forget to stop before or after for a breakfast bagel (‼) or take some cold subs home! The weekend special is a unique mortadella bagel with basil 🤤Open 11a-7p

SATURDAY/SUNDAY - STATEN ISLAND BAGEL 🌱
A Pile Of Thin Shaved Italian Mortadella, Thin Onion Slices, Tomato and Fresh Basil With Melted Asiago Cheese, on a Large Toasted Plain Bagel!

Today's Soups...

🇮🇹Italian Sausage Farfalle 🇮🇹
🌽Corn & Pepper Chowder🥔
🌶The Deli's "Damn Near Famous" Beef Chili 🌶
LAST CALL... 🇫🇷French Onion 🇫🇷

Friday's Special is another from our old menu that still gets requested so it's back for July! Come see us 11a-7p today ...
07/10/2026

Friday's Special is another from our old menu that still gets requested so it's back for July! Come see us 11a-7p today and get your weekend started right!

FRIDAY SPECIAL - TEXAS BBQ GYRO -- Seared Slices Of Delicious Gyro With Grilled Onions, Jalapeno Peppers, Our House BBQ Sauce And Melted Pepper Jack Cheese… And A Shake Of “Frank’s” Hot Sauce On A Garlic Toasted Pita!

Today's Soups...

🌽Corn & Pepper Chowder🥔
🇫🇷French Onion 🇫🇷
🌶The Deli's "Damn Near Famous" Beef Chili 🌶

Address

108 S Water Street
Kent, OH
44240

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+13306732942

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