Pawling Deli & Convenience — Restaurant in New York

I have been a customer of Pawling Deli since it’s opening in around 2016. I have seen it endure hardships, closing down, covid, and just about every other issue that can befall a bodega of its kind. But it’s a bodega that is one of a kind. The owner, Abdul, has made it his personal mission to make the lives of the people in our neighborhood easier. He greets my friends and myself with a winning smile and a joke every time we come in, no matter the hour, rain or shine. He has helped me escape dangerous situations as a young woman, by protecting my friend and myself from belligerent men from the neighborhood. He has created a niche for himself and opened its doors to us on upper pawling. For that I’m thankful. However. There has been a new element to this niche. He has braids, and a total lack of human civility. He is single-handedly ruining the atmosphere that Abdul has fought to create, and as one of pawling deli’s longest standing customers, I’m saddened. I’m disappointed to drive past the shop in favor of Debonis based on the actions of one employee. I am not alone in this experience. I hope things will change. For the sake...

I don't usually leave reviews for convenience stores, but I can really appreciate how they do business. Every employee in the store is super friendly and outgoing. They always have a positive attitude and they actually interact with the customers and have real conversations, unlike most other stores where the employees won't even look or speak to you. Being a small business owner myself I can really appreciate the importance of that. We need more small business in the...

The staff was extremely engaging and cordial, very nice folks!! One gentleman recommended the tuna very highly so I ordered it, and it was exceptional!! They use a bit of lemon pepper and it was delicious!! We also ordered a roast beef sub which was equally satisfying and tasty! We will definitely be returning...