A Brooklyn Staple: Defonte's Sandwich Shop 100 years of tradition. Is this the best in NYC?

In this episode I visit DeFontes Sandwich shop. Located in the Redhook neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY this old school Italian-American Deli shop began in 1922. Step inside and you'll know exactly why this is going to be an experience. Warm greetings by the employees as they make your sandwich right in front of you. Watch, Subscribe, Comment Like and Share.
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[@johnnybrown4052]

That sandwich is a Game changer

[@diecastclown6360]

You’re by far the most underrated king of the internet. A few weeks back you did Doc’s Deli. I ran right over and grabbed a few. One of my favorite sandwich shops. You rock.

[@georgianborat]

Agreed!

[@dragon8623]

he gettign 50K views in day and he underrrated....you trippin

[@TheRydog61]

@@dragon8623 Not getting 50 thou a day

[@TheRydog61]

@Paul Wall why are people obsessed with other people's obsessions

[@TheRydog61]

@Paul Wall u call it what u want, I still bet u have a pet rabbit.

[@-XxM.DxX-]

Wish I was a New Yorker smh they literally got it all. Swag, lingo, culture,food,attitude, hard work etc it’s like literally America in a nutshell. God bless our NY brothers and sisters.

[@caesarfiorini]

Potatoes and eggs reminds me of my dearly departed italian mom. I was weaned on it.

[@BunnieLucas]

When you threw that napkin down I knew it was good!!!

[@nowicaneatnice5803]

"The bread knows it's roll" was a BAR JL! Let us find out you been in the studio cooking too lol

[@alexandercolic405]

I came here to say "The bread know its roll..."

[@bigpun7579]

I think he retired from music

[@Mopar300S]

200K on the horizon!!!!!

[@pyromanic001]

That potato & egg thing is a true Italian Friday night deal growing up with the homemade lentil soup… that food is the real deal. Coming from an Italian the area doing it correct 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@slomoeewing8175]

Come on man "GAMECHANGER"

[@slomoeewing8175]

Come on man, "GAMECHANGER"

[@mauditebalvenie]

Potato & egg with mozzarella and a side of sauce

[@michaelphelps7153]

Hahaaa!!! I came prepared....got the al pastor tacos on deck while watching today jl Jupiter!!

[@DIZAZNDOOD320]

The best of the best. Nothing compares

[@nadia_ash3250]

What makes this man so Unique, is he introduces us to places we never knew existed in real life! Keep it up JL safe travels where ever you and your family explores

[@YoungManDub]

If you from BK you know about this place

[@nadia_ash3250]

@@YoungManDub I’m not I live Florida. Lol so these things don’t exist to us we got Cuban sandwiches spots

[@user-yk5by3uc2b]

Glad you went there now try John's Deli in Brooklyn another old school shop

[@ginNjus]

Old Schooool at its finest.😋

[@DJDLeanHDtv]

I can't get that game changer line you do out my head 😂🤦

[@christopherphillips6486]

You know it's good, when you look mad that it's that good and you didn't know it was that good. He gave that look!

[@francovillacis3088]

7:05 that bite crunch was dope🤣🤣🤣😜

[@eswillie]

How did I ever miss this in all my decades in Brooklyn? The sandwich shop in Bensonhurst was Lioni's, which has been my go to place for years, but now I gotta hit Defonte's. The steak pizzaiol' got me goin', and potatoes and eggs for breakfast brings back memories.

[@eswillie]

@Sir jiggy Widit I get it about Bensonhurst; I mentioned Lioni's because he went there several months back and didn't recall the name.

[@SR-hf3hx]

Defontes blows out lionis you'll be pleased

[@robertcatania9115]

As a born and bread (no pun intended) Bensonhurst kid, with a father who grew up in Redhook, Defontes is MILES ahead of Lioni’s. It’s untouched, it’s super well known and yet still hidden. It’s absolutely one of the best places on the east coast IMO.

[@valadia4715]

The steak sandwich looks delicious. Another great find JL.. Blessings!!❤️🙏🏼

[@valadia4715]

😊

[@ekimnas427]

Can’t wait to see JL in the Bay Area Cali

[@hoppysport2872]

Great video with soul, atmosphere, production and great presentation. Never went to Defonte's in Brooklyn, but their old location in Manhattan on 21st & Third was unbelievable and sorely missed. Great food and even better people. the rare roast beef & eggplant was the treat of treats.

[@sheisme2]

JL, I’m jealous of that Florida tan you have right now!!! ☀️🌞🕶

[@wolverinescratch]

Salaam everyone, never heard of this place but those sandwich look amazing

[@gregorylong4117]

All right it's about time you came to Brooklyn like I said before bro come to Brooklyn and you have a lot of good food the front a is my old stomping grounds peace loving soul brother man thank you

[@mongrelgtv]

So glad they toasted the bread

[@MsTJ-zp1vg]

Defonte's aka NICK's to the Ole Timers. Absolutely THE BEST Hero Shop. Never disappointed. My classic is the Cappicola❤️

[@eddiealvarado3531]

I worked in RH yrs ago and this was always our breakfast and lunch spot. We took turns driving down to get our grub for the crew. Hidden gem for sure!

[@aallsup1]

I need to stop watching these before bedtime 😂💀

[@beanataylor6428]

All of those sandwiches looked great! Even the hot food you were showing in the cases looked delicious. Wish I lived closer😯😋

[@manichighmedia1227]

I live with the dish washer and he doesn't wash his hands after taking a piss or shit

[@Matthew-nw6qd]

Loooove DeFonte's. Been going here for decades. They don't get enough cred for their pastrami.

[@ameliasarno1210]

You are the best going anywhere and highlighting the best foods around!!

[@bluecollarscholarmelrosepa5673]

Much Success and Appreciation JLJUPITER😃😄😉😍🌇

[@teenha4082]

Fantastic

[@latonya6451]

OMG I see you ❤ sandwiches just as much as me.

[@JB-hy1qc]

Looks great wish I there to indulge in one of those sandwiches

[@douglashauschel6651]

I can say it - GAME CHANGER !

[@KristenKimberly]

One of my favorites! I love this shop. I always get the firehouse.. roast pork, fried 🍆, 🥦 rabe, and provolone. It's to die for. 😋 So consistently fresh, and tasty.

[@nicollemolina9490]

So glad that I started following you. I saw you with Mark wiens. Come to Florida. Delicious food.

[@ElChinoFloresES]

Everytime I watch your vids, I make sure I’m eating too cus shiiiit…this be making me hungry lol. Love the vids!

[@SgtRobert-qb8kt]

JL JUPITER GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY BRO HAPPY NEW YEAR 2022 BABY

[@Alex-ye1br]

Love Defontes! I live closeby and you can't go wrong with any of their sandwiches.

[@5cats2kids8]

I need, no I want the roast beef sandwich!

[@carlalayne3942]

You make it real.. that beef sandwich looks yummilious

[@TommyTheBull87]

Great video to start the New Year. You need to check out Eve's in Norristown for a Zep.

[@lorenzophillips5285]

I follow you on your channel. I have been going to Defonte’s since elementary school for trips. You are official and your review Carrie’s weight!

[@anthonyurbarber.]

Dope!! Was there few months back. Best in Brooklyn! #Eagles!! Philly rep.

[@MrPappymn]

JL, an American treasure. Love the passion

[@halimasultan03]

This is ridiculous. Back to back bangers... I can't man. This food looks so good and I'm dieting!!! Food looks so darn good

[@wyvettestaffney3566]

Well I'm happy the VIDEOS a little longer😊😊👋 great sandwich

[@nikip9161]

I'm appreciating your words regarding the beautiful bread 🥖 and also your joy with regards to the sandwiches, that roast beef especially... A great sandwich, it's a love thing... 🥪 😊 ❤ 🌻

[@r.s.marcus3043]

Glad you made the trip Bro. I'm one of the ones that put you on Defonte's. The line used to U around the store and out the door at lunchtime. If you got to the counter and didn't know what you wanted... problems for you. That place is sandwich paradise.

[@kerryabruzzo5297]

The Red Sea of sandwiches. Love your passion!

[@DT718]

Sal, kris & Charlie’s deli. Defonte is 💣

[@alvinlee140]

Thank you for showing this sandwich shop.

[@MunnyMadeJay]

THATS HOME RIGHT THERE RH!!!!! DELFONTES IS CLASSIC

[@izzyakiva9437]

Wait! YOU ATE ALL OF THESE SANDWICHES IN ONE DAY! ??? Thank you for sharing! I can’t wait to try that Steak sandwich! It looked like the way you said it was going to taste. I totally only knew about Katz in the city.

[@teewavyskitchen]

Look good fam 👍

[@josephdmnd]

You are an Eagles fan, I like you even more.

[@TEAwitTaffy215]

Not a fan of eggs but I will drive from Philly to try that steak sandwich 😋 beef stew inside the perfect bread... you had me at beef stew lol

[@sheisme2]

He is in Brooklyn sis

[@robertcatania9115]

Tiff, it’s like stew, but it’s with a tomato base as opposed to a beef broth type base. Steak Pizziola is a traditional Italian stewed beef usually cooked with plumb tomatos and onion for hours in its own juices to make that thin oily but savory juice/sauce they use. The cheese help to Make it a bit creamy. Shit slaps so hard. If us Brooklyn kids drive up for some cheesesteaks you guys need to drive down here for a steak Pizziola, get it with extra sauce and extra grated cheese. Trust.

[@sungodspirit1502]

In all my 50 years, I've never heard someone say... "a sturdy egg" lol, but it's all good JL

[@DunkOnDunks]

So good!!! I need to get back home!! The Steak is my go to!!!! FIRE!!!!!! Glad u went homie, I left it in a comment before!!! It is a dope spot!!

[@andrewrosner9397]

Best steak pizziola sandwich ever!!! Nothing better than a defonte’s sandwich

[@paclives7008]

Big sandwich energy. Looks D-delicious…🤤

[@iamladyblack1188]

Next time I’m in NYC!!!! And I’ll say it again, you must go to The Pork Store in Long Island (just outside of queens). It’s 🔥.

[@jennifersoutherngal2885]

Mannnnnn your videos are always top tier and I love the interviews with the owners. 2022 you hitting 1 million much deserved.

[@karenglaicar5486]

Great looking food. Nice review. Thanks and take care.

[@tr852]

New Subbie! Welcome to New York!! Welcome to Brooklyn!! Defonte's is a NYC staple!

[@pepetanik]

“Harmonious Sandwich Everyone is Playing Their Role”.. nice work JL

[@fonsavan]

Absolutely crushed this video! Had me salivating when that hot roast beef hit 🔥Wishing you continued blessings my G. 👊🏽

[@uncleremus64]

DeMonte and Defonte...Ha ha, Love it! I grew up on potatoes and eggs.

[@FunkyChild718]

I used to go to the Gramercy location before they closed down. The sandwiches were amazing.

[@danjames8825]

"The bread knows its roll" lol Love ya JL!

[@Havok1718]

That's what I'm talking about 💪😁

[@articejackson3746]

Congratulations 🍾 on making 200k followers. 2022 is only going to get better.

[@jjh5054]

When you get back to the Philly area try Lennies Hoagies in Roxborough

[@williamhansen5498]

Awesome, thanks

[@Cliff11]

Man of his word fr 🔥💯

[@bting7356]

Thanks for the video and the joy you share for the food. Wishing you and the channel the best this year.

[@sheisme2]

I don’t understand why you don’t have more subbies!!! This is literally one of the best food channels I am subscribed to!

[@FunkyChild718]

It's because he is a lot more niche than most food vloggers. He focusses on mom and pop restaurants in the Northeast primarily and he has a hip hop / singing / comedy / movie skit angle to his channel which is very specific. It caters to older people who grew up on 90s hip hop and rnb, movies etc and good local unknown restaurants. Very specific audience.

[@mrb2643]

@@FunkyChild718 I'm from Southern Africa and follow this man.learnt about chopped cheese n making the same hoagies. Yeah niche but if you like your chow you can appreciate this man's reviews.

[@alonzor557]

Born in 93 and I mess wit dude tuff protect the man at all costs! 💯

[@richardhannon8872]

J.L. told you you would like it. Next time you are there try the Roast beef with pepper jack cheese the Motts and roast beef and when you get the pepper jack roast beef both heroes are outstanding. Also their pastami is amazing also. Actually everything is amazing at Delfonti's. I grew up not far from there. Also lived in Philadelphia in Olney and Germantown for years. But Delfonti's is #1 on the eastcoast for heroes not hoagie and don't get that twisted in Brooklyn it's a hero not a hoagie. Their regular samwichs are outstanding also. That was my spot for decades. Especially when I drove NYC Yellow cabs in Manhattan. I went past there everyday on my way into Manhattan and would stop for something. The potato and egg hell I basically lived off that for decades. But just being real about it. They are my #1 spot on the eastcoast. And the hero rolls have been baked in the same bakery I believe it is on Henry Street since they opened Delfonti's. Brother you will have to make a few trips up from Philly just to be able to try everything that they have there. Next time you go take your crew with you bro. You will never be disappointed at Delfonti's I will guarantee you that. I will put them right up against the iconic hoagie spots in Philly any day of the week and I love them both. Here's a good spot to check out in Brooklyn for roast beef Brennan and Carrs on the corner of Avenue U and Nostrand Avenue. Check it out if you haven't already been there. You won't be disappointed. They also make some amazing pulled pork there also.

[@richardhannon8872]

@Sir jiggy Widit you don't have to if ya don't want to. But dam learn to write dude.

[@Gachain]

GO BIRDS!! Transplanted Philly guy, Born in Philly raised in the Burbs!! Living in Brooklyn since 86. Made a Hoagie for dinner last night!! Mike

[@theambitlady]

I truly enjoy your reviews. I grew up near Red Hook and you bring me home w these bodega & food videos. You bring me home each video. Thank you for all you do. Stay blessed🦋✨

[@gcunn6087]

Great review!!! I want a DeFonte’s now!!

[@STARTIMETV1]

Thanks for the review. I’ll stop by when I go there. 👍🏽

[@abick8725]

Maaaannnn…that second sandwich you ate has now officially made my bucket list…now I’m hungry as can be….even though I just ate. lol

[@tealbird1658]

This was awesome. Next time I'm back in my native BK will check out Defonte's. Thanks. Really enjoy your videos.

[@brianmoody2549]

You gave this place’s a great review on about who’s behind make the food so great.what start in the family ,you keep it in the family, and keep it for the next generation. The food looks great fresh ingredients flavor,and everything is made with love and heart.

[@brianmoody2549]

@Sir jiggy Widit okay

[@TheCs1968]

I love all your vids! Glad to see you make it up to NYC. This is now on my list. Oh that hot roast beef.

[@SomeHardFacts]

an absolutely 100% great find👊🏿

[@lamarrichardson8623]

"The bread knows its role"(roll) I see what you did there my boy!🤣

[@anthonymarocco955]

Outstanding Sir!

[@tomstestkitchen]

Wow, all three sandwiches looked amazing. I love the idea of a potato, egg and cheese sub.

[@fa3556]

I dont know what day it was that you were there but I've never seen that place empty like that at lunch time. Never. Always packed. Defontes never disappoints. Been going there over 25 years. The best around.

[@karenolayinka9605]

I'm hooked on your reviews

[@LMHPhilly]

“The bread knows it’s role”. Classic ! Wow.

[@Lordslade1]

Much love from Louisiana....the bread is everything....when here if you order a poboy that doesnt have bread like that, run

[@MrJr7931]

Jl your getting so good at these videos. You are light years better than when i first started following you. I can tell youve been reading and doing yiur homework. The line you used was excellent. "A harmonious sandwich,all the ingredients play their role." Excellent!

[@ladyschatze9159]

I'm good with the beef. The bread do look good. Good lookin out JL👍🏾Thank you for the delish content.

[@reginaldbrown8012]

Excellent thanks for sharing 🔥🔥🔥

[@Powerlifter50s]

I’ll have to get a sandwich there for sure next time I’m in New York!

[@maryotley7453]

Hi 👋 👋 👋 there JL Jupiter saw you were in Florida Orlando three in a half from Tallahassee next time ok enjoy 😉 👍 😀 😊 😘