Shapiro's Deli Cafeteria

"Hot corned beef on thick slabs of Shapiro's own rye bread: there's no better deli sandwich. "
Michael Stern






"Jewish delis are not known for excellent pie, but Indiana is. The custard pie at Shapiro's is first-rate."
Michael Stern



"A popular place to eat three meals a day, Shapiro's reflects central Indiana's rich lode of cafeteria-style dining."
Michael Stern



"Famous for its corned beef sandwiches, Shapiro's also makes one fine corned beef omelet at breakfast time. Note the extra-thick hunks of rye toast on top."
Michael Stern



"Matzoh brei, aka a matzoh omelet is a mix of eggs and softened crackers. Note the extra-thick slices of rye toast in the background."
Michael Stern



"A close view of matzoh brei shows its textural variety."
Michael Stern



"Indianapolis is a city of big cafeterias. Shapiro's Deli is no exception. This picture was taken as breakfast began. Lunchtime, every table will be occupied."
Michael Stern



"Kosher style as opposed to kosher means that meat and dairy products are both available. But pork is not."
Michael Stern



"House made Rye bread and juicy pastrami."
Kendall



"Shapiro's is kosher-style, not actually kosher. Nonetheless, pork is excluded from the menu. If you want bacon with breakfast, you get a choice of turkey bacon or beef bacon, the latter pictured above. It's not bad, but it's not really bacon."
Michael Stern