Mama Carmela's Deli — Restaurant in Darien

For more than 20 years, Mama Carmela’s has always been our favorite place in town to grab a breakfast sandwich or lunch. So when my daughter started planning her wedding, she and her fiancé (who has also come to love Mama’s) thought there could be no place better to hold their wedding send-off brunch. We contacted the wonderful Tony and, although they typically aren’t open Sunday mornings, he generously said yes(!) and agreed to host a private party for us yesterday. We could not have wished for a more perfect event! Mama Carmela’s opened especially for us, made their famous bacon egg and cheeses and bacon egg and sausages (or any other breakfast made to order on the grill), had the coffee and OJ flowing, and laid out a beautiful spread of fruit salad, muffins, bagels, and pastries. Everyone who came LOVED the amazing food (which constantly lives up to its well earned reputation for best BEC around), but especially the warmth and coziness of this wonderful hometown treasure. It was the perfect ending to a sweet wedding weekend. Thank you to the amazing Tony and the wonderful staff who made it all possible. We are...

The food here is good it’s usually really busy around breakfast and lunch. Ordered food over the phone today bc I only have 30 min for lunch. Didn’t mind that the line was long when I got there and waited about 15-20 to get to the cashier. When it was finally my turn to pay and pick up my order the cashier acted as if I didn’t exist and let 3 High school boys cut the line and then after proceeded to let 2 more cut the line. Last time I will come here or recommend this deli to any of my...

I am not from the area but was in need of finding a sub shop to deliver food for 30 players at a local lacrosse tournament. Lou the owner was absolutely fantastic to work with. Well….we got subs for the team and they smelt so good I had to shoot over and get a sandwich on my way home. I am so glad I did….the chickens parm and chicken soup was amazing! This place is a gem and if I am ever back in the area it would be a definate pit stop! ...