Wilmington's deli since 1979

Wilmington's deli since 1979

J. Michael's Philly Deli opened in August 1979 in Hanover Center, the oldest shopping centre in Wilmington (1956), with a crew of twelve and one idea: bring real Philadelphia cheesesteaks to the coast of North Carolina.

3501 Oleander Drive
Wilmington, NC
910-763-6466

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J. Michael’s opened their second store in June 2003 at the crossroads of “Monkey Junction.” The staff has grown to sixty. The idea has not changed.

609 Piner Road
Wilmington, NC
910-332-555

Imported the right way

Imported the right way

Our rolls come from Amoroso Baking Company on 55th Street in downtown Philadelphia, hearth-baked and shipped to Wilmington. Everything that goes on them is added here: choice steak, sliced thin. Grilled with sweet onions and our own blend of spices. And covered with creamy, melted White American Cheese.

A neighborhood fixture

A neighborhood fixture

You will find us in two familiar corners of Wilmington, Hanover Center and Monkey Junction. Same wood chairs, same Philadelphia skyline painted along the wall, and the same sign by the door: Please Seat Yourself.

Hanover Center
3501 Oleander Dr
Wilmington, NC
910-763-6466

Monkey Junction
609 Piner Rd
Wilmington, NC
910-332-5555

Take it home

Take it home

Order online for pickup or delivery and get the same cheesesteaks, hoagies and salads we have been making since 1979, wrapped and ready when you are.

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