You da bomb

So a friend of mine recently discovered a new sandwich place and kept talking about how big the sandwiches were ("as big as her face") and how much stuff was in them (something along the lines of "every meat that ever existed"). Anyhow, I've been in New York for a long time, and I've seen my share of big sandwiches so I was a bit skeptical. One weekend, we finally schlepped over to the deli she often visits to meet this sandwich I heard so much about. It also helped that the sandwich was featured as one of America's best by Esquire Magazine.

Anyhow, the deli itself is like any old deli. A counter right by the doors, lots of regulars loitering, deli meats and rows of interesting drinks. If I had gone there myself, I would have never noticed the 5 or so sheets of paper that merely said "The Bomb", "Italian Sub", "Tuna Sub, etc.

So are you ready to meet "The Bomb"? The Bomb literally has any meat, cheese and anything else that any sandwich shop has. It EVEN includes some prosciutto!

How crazy is that? To get an idea, here it is compared to a Nalgene bottle.



So at this point, you're probably saying...uh, that's like ANY other sandwich in NYC or anywhere..um, that is just HALF of the sandwich. I put the other half away immediately, as there is NO WAY I could finish the entire thing in one sitting, no matter how hungry I was.

Also, let me point out that the sandwich I took pictures of (the 2nd Bomb I've gotten), is actually pretty small for the Bomb. The first time I went, I went with my friend who is now a regular, and we also got the main sandwich-maker. That sandwich was just ridiculous. It was almost double the size of the above.

Also, let me just tell you, at any other place, that sandwich would EASILY cost you 10-15 bucks. Since it's two meals in one, I'd be ok with that price, but guess what, it's not even close to 10 bucks. It costs a whopping SIX-FIFTY. That's right. If you give him 10 dollars, you'll get change back. It's amazing.

So the sandwich is not the size of one's head - I would compare it to a thigh (fits the shape better) and yes, I do agree that it contains all the meat that has ever existed.

If you're ever in Astoria - or are close to the N or W train headed towards Astoria, drop by this place, you won't be disappointed. Just go up to the counter, order the Bomb and hand the guy 10 bucks (don't forget the change!). You won't be sorry.

Sal, Kris, and Charlie Deli
33-12 Twenty-third Avenue
Astoria, NY
(718) 278-9240