Main St. Deli Brings Busy Lunches and Standout Sandwiches

The public consensus

Main St. Deli carries a 4.8 Google rating from 600 reviews, a notably strong signal for a restaurant serving a broad mix of breakfast and lunch fare. Public feedback repeatedly emphasizes fresh preparation, substantial portions and a menu that extends beyond conventional deli sandwiches. Burgers, salads, breakfast plates, desserts and sides all contribute to its family-friendly, all-purpose appeal.

The restaurant previously operated in downtown Buford, where at least some diners found parking difficult. Feedback on the newer location points to a meaningful improvement: ample parking makes repeat visits easier, especially for customers hoping to turn the deli into a regular lunch stop.

What diners praise

Sandwiches generate the clearest enthusiasm. Reviewers describe them as fresh, satisfying and worth returning for. One particularly detailed lunch report praises the Chicago-style hot beef sandwich, which is served with au jus. The accompanying pasta salad also stood out for both its flavor and unexpectedly generous portion.

Breakfast earns positive attention as well. Corned beef hash is singled out for bold flavor, while the biscuit receives its own enthusiastic mention. Although the available feedback is more sandwich-heavy, that breakfast praise suggests the deli is not limited to its midday strengths.

Several reviews also note the breadth of the menu. Diners mention burgers, gluten-free options, fresh-made desserts and sides, making the restaurant suitable for groups whose members may not all want the same kind of meal. Staff members are commonly described as friendly, helpful and efficient at taking orders. The overall atmosphere comes across as active and welcoming rather than polished or formal.

The main tradeoff

Speed appears to depend heavily on timing. One lunchtime visitor reported that the dining room was packed and that food took roughly 15 to 20 minutes after ordering. The order itself was taken fairly quickly, but the wait consumed much of a limited lunch break. Other customers waiting at the same time reportedly had similar experiences.

That account should be viewed alongside the restaurant’s popularity. Busy service can indicate strong demand, but it still matters for diners working within a tight schedule. Anyone needing a fast weekday meal may want to allow extra time during the lunch rush. The feedback provided does not establish a reliable cost category, so value is better judged here by portion size, freshness and satisfaction rather than a stated price level.

Editorial take

Main St. Deli looks best suited to diners who prioritize hearty sandwiches, fresh-to-order food and broad menu choice. The combination of a high public rating, recurring sandwich praise, generous sides and improved parking gives it a strong case for breakfast or lunch in Buford.

Its biggest limitation is predictability during peak periods. A crowded dining room may translate into a longer wait than hurried customers expect. For diners with some flexibility, however, the public record points to flavorful food, helpful service and portions substantial enough to make the stop feel worthwhile.