I’m sure many of you are familiar with this place but for those who are not... Defonte's is in Red Hook, at 379 Columbia St. (on the south side of Hamilton Ave). It is the finest sandwich shop I’ve ever been to.... (1 reply, last updated by polimorfos December 15, 2001)

This sandwich shop opened this past Monday on about 21st Street & Third Avenue. Has anybody been there yet? (1 reply, last updated by Lucia February 27, 2009)

Just went over to DeFonte's to try their sandwiches that I’d heard so much about and it was closed on a Thursday at 1pm. Anyone know the story? Are they gone for good? Sounds like that would be a loss if it were the case. (4 replies, last updated by Tay July 15, 2007)

just walked by the abandoned blimpies on 21st and 3rd and there is a sign in the window that defonte's of brooklyn is coming in. if this is the same as the original in bk this is great news for the neighborhood. defontes makes... (6 replies, last updated by sugartoof February 28, 2009)

It seems to have been quite a while since Defonte's was mentioned here, so I figured it was due. Although many sandwiches of note may be had at Defonte's (379 Columbia St; near the Red Hook side of the tunnel entrance), you will... (4 replies, last updated by rooty tooty fresh n frooty September 5, 2003)

DeFonte's had a sign posted in their shop about a year ago looking for someone to open another one in the city. I don’t know if it’s a franchise or what, but I bet the new place is related to DeFonte's. (13 replies, last updated by devilandegg May 4, 2009)

Quiznos, Subway and Blimpies have all but destroyed those happy memories. Until now. I’ve never been to Defonte's in Red Hook over the last 87 years-my loss, but the new Manhattan branch has brought that old NYC Italian... (18 replies, last updated by guttergourmet May 16, 2009)

Sandwich Shop, the spicy rizzak, was not there. Any suggestions for great sandwiches in the city??? Has anyone had any on the Time’s list?? (6 replies, last updated by hitpas November 8, 2009)

, enough of that...Now this is not a film about sandwich shops and their purveyors per se. Although I am definitely looking for places with character, my main subject is the people who eat the sandwiches. People who are... (6 replies, last updated by Victoria October 29, 2002)

no confusion. the first location of Xie Xie – the Asian sandwich shop - is slated to open at 645 Ninth Avenue this month. a second location of Xie Xie – again, the sandwich shop - was initially supposed to open on St.... (21 replies, last updated by kiworan79 November 17, 2009)

That’s interesting. I remember a few years ago I used to go there specifically for the BLTs which always had hot bacon and the right proportion of ingredients. Had too many BLTs at coffee shops where it’s a huge slab... (8 replies, last updated by RGR October 30, 2006)

I just had the best sandwich I’ve ever had in New York City at Tiny’s Giant Sandwich Shop. Everything looked pretty good, so it was hard to order, but I got The Cobb—grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, lettuce,... (0 replies, last updated by chelabella February 4, 2006)

Why not just go to “any” great sandwich shop and tell them what you want...Most “meat” eaters just don’t say “I'll have the Italian Combo!” or maybe they do...I like to tell them what I... (19 replies, last updated by belge October 25, 2005)

Anyone been to Eisenberg’s sandwhich shop lately? I’ve never gone, but remember at one time they were talked about as having the best tuna sandwich. Also heard the 40’s style look is fun. Any reports? (8 replies, last updated by carsten February 22, 2005)

Fine place to grab a sandwich if you’re in the neighborhood. Nothing special, really. No need to go out of your way. (10 replies, last updated by Hil. February 11, 2004)