Justin C.
11/12/2025
I mean, what else is there to say. You want a muffuletta, this is THE spot, it's that simple. Walk in, wait in line, choose half or whole, heck, get both, pay the cashier, consume, be happy....
Central Grocery & Deli
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923 Decatur St
New Orleans, LA 70116
Central Grocery Company, located in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter, is a third-generation, old-fashioned grocery store established in 1906 by Sicilian immigrant Salvatore Lupo. Renowned for creating the iconic muffuletta sandwich, Central Grocery continues to serve up this classic dish made with meats sliced in-house, locally baked bread, and their family's Italian Olive Salad.
Owned and operated by Tommy Tusa and Frank Tusa, Central Grocery has partnered with Goldbelly.com to offer nationwide delivery of their famous muffulettas. Featured on PBS, Thrillist, USA Today, and more, Central Grocery's muffuletta has been named one of the five best sandwiches by The Today Show, solidifying its reputation as a must-try culinary delight in New Orleans.
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Jason B.
11/6/2025
Ive had many great italian deli sandwiches and the muffuletta here is among the best. Its much like a godfather sandwich you find at italian delis featuring a mix of cured meats and cheeses. The...
Brad R.
11/5/2025
Every trip to New Orleans means one thing for me, a stop at Central Grocery for their legendary muffuletta. They are not just the original, they are still the best in town. On my most recent...
Ken W.
11/11/2025
Pretty savory and filling sandwich; the olives were a little overbearing in its saltiness; the cured meats were more manageable.
Stephen L.
10/7/2025
(10/07/2026) Call it a tourist trap if you want, but the Muffaletta I bought here may have been the tastiest bite I've enjoyed in my two & a half days in New Orleans. The bread was fresh, the...
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