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Defonte's Sandwich Shop

9.4 • Sandwich shop
🦞 Seafood
🍽️ Lunch Spot
🎯 Authentic
📻 Vintage
🍗 Chicken Parmigiana
🥪 Deli
🥩 Steak
🇮🇹 Italian Food
🥘 Food
🥪 Sandwich
🧀 Provolone Cheese
🍞 Bread
🧆 Meatballs
🏛️ Historical Sites
🍳 Eggs
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Old-school sandwich shop with Italian pictures on walls and a fast-paced, festive atmosphere. No indoor seating, but picnic tables outside offer a casual spot to eat. Only cash payments accepted, adding to the basic, no-frills vibe.
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People are saying

"The sandwiches are huge and packed with flavor."

"You have to bring cash to pay here."

"I believe this place has the best sandwiches around."

Good to know

1

They only accept cash; the ATM on site has a $3.50 fee.

2

Customers should come hungry because they serve large portions.

3

They only serve shrimp sandwiches on Fridays.

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Defonte's Sandwich Shop
9.4
379 Columbia St, Brooklyn, New York, United States
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