Defonte's Sandwich Shop

Come on a Friday; get the shrimp parm . Any other day: get roast beef & mutz or roast pork/provolone/broccoli rabe. Note: they put all the food away at 3pm so get there early.

This Red hook sandwich shop is home to The Italian Stallion sandwich which comes packed with prosciutto , mozzarella , fried eggplant , red peppers and all sorts of other goodies from Boot-shaped Land. Read more

The Enzo is one of many standout sammies. The roast beef and broccoli rabe pair and the "salad " and light mayo unite them oh so kindly with the hoagie roll.

Ridiculous sandwich shop . The 1/3 size is more than enough for one non-fatso person. Roast beef , mozz and eggplant did not disappoint. Can't wait to come back and try the others.

Today another day that I was not let down the best sandwich in the world tasty and every way he layered the meat properly the proper amount of lettuce and tomato the proper amount of cheese delicious

Whatever you get, make sure it has eggplant on it.

Today another day that I was not let down the best sandwich in the world tasty in every way he layered the meat properly the proper amount of lettuce and tomato the proper amount of cheese delicious

Roast beef , mozz and eggplant with gravy was incredible. Still give Fiore's in Hoboken the edge due to their delicious, garlicky peppers , but this was definitely worth the trek to its remote location.

After years of trying their sandwiches the Roast Pork Special is still my all-time favorite. On Fridays they make fried shrimp and both the Po'boy and Parmigian are excellent.

Pretty sure in that episode of 30 Rock where the firemen get those amazing hero sandwiches from Brooklyn and won't tell Liz where they are from... they were from Defonte's.

Worth every penny, calorie, and in my case today, drop of sweat biking from Greenpoint to get here on a sweltering summer day. Flat-out legendary sandwiches . Here’s the Nicky Special .

Everything here is great. I'm partial to the meatballs and the chicken parm . If you get here after 3pm, you're at risk of them being out of some choices of sandwiches .

Roast beef , mozz , fried Eggplant , jus. If you're lucky and Nicky Defonte himself is working the slicer, it just may be the best meat & cheese sub you ever eat.

A legendary, family-run place, in New York City , where they are stacking up mouth-watering sandwiches , like the steak pizzaiola with homemade gravy . Read more

Destination-worthy Italian sandwich shop. Don't miss the roast beef and mozzarella .

I don't even know what to say. I'd put off going to this place for so long, even though it was within walking distance, and I feel like a fool. Incredible sandwiches .

You can spot newcomers here because they order their sandwiches large — a mistake unless you plan to feed a family or want something to take home.

Great sandwiches . Old school place. Add the fried eggplant to any sandwich .

Saw this on foodnetwork's Triple D and I just had to try it especially since its so close to the pool I go to. The sandwiches are made with quality ingredients so the taste speaks for itself.

Stop at this bare bones sandwich shop during your bike tour of Brooklyn. Get The Dino, the Cuban or the Vinnie Barbarino. A small is good enough, a large is overkill.

Eater: Italian combo , available in third- and half-loaf sizes features salami , pepperoni , provolone , and capicola . Sweetened with pickled red peppers , and is by turns spicy , sour, and sweet.

Some of the best sandwiches in the city . The roast beef , mozzarella , and eggplant is fantastic!

Everything that a New York sandwich should be, Defonte’s delivers . Unpretentious, huge, delicious.

This place is amazing - hard to go wrong with any choice you make. But beware - the sandwiches are ENORMOUS.

Just go to the counter and say "give me your best" These guys are true pros. They'll treat you right.

Ignore the extensive list of sandwiches and either stick to the specials or order like the locals. Personal preference won't matter once they pair meat to bread . It all looks pretty tasty.

The potato and egg hero with mozzarella at Defonte’s menu is one of those foods that is so much greater than the sum of its parts. It’s huge and available at the crack of dawn. Read more

Incredible sandwiches . Worth the trek out. Cash only

The egg & potato sandwich is enough for 3 and is very tasty

Love the Red Hook special! This place is a must visit every time I come up to Brooklyn.

Brooklyn classic. Get the egg and potato for breakfast . Get the red hook special for lunch .

Channel your inner Jewish grandmother and get the Corned Beef & Swiss special on Rye .

Forget the cheesy (pun...sorry) name. The Sinatra Special is worth the trip.

Scrambled eggs with potatoes and melted mozzarella ! Eggplant parm hero WITH meatballs !

Huge huge hugeeeee sandwiches . Authentic Bk staff .

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Everything is goooood

Killer sandwiches that will take you on a righteous ride to Flavortown.

Stopped on the way back home from my cousin's in Nj , picked up lunch , it was excellent, can't beat the Italian food that comes from Brooklyn , the Best

OMG! Just tried the Nicky's Special for the first time. Can't believe how delicious it is!

Top five sandwich shops in New York. Try the roast pork , broccoli rabe , eggplant , and gravy .

Nickys special is a must. This is my first time here but it will certainly not be my last. Defontes is closed on Sunday.

A large is enough for two people to share. Seriously.

Try the roast beef with extra gravy , a little salt and pepper....Delicious!

I don't usually like ham but the Joey Bishop is delicious!!

I had the steak pizzaiola and it was awesome

Get the pastrami special or the roast beef special then eat die and repeat

sweet & spicy turkey sandwich w/ a grape Stewarts!

Douse the peppers and eggs hero, one of our 101 Best Sandwiches in NY, with tomato sauce , “the way they do in Red Hook.” Read more

Delicious, fast, no frills.