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Maccabbees Glatt Kosher Deli

Central Iowa's only kosher deli offers traditional New York-style Jewish deli sandwiches, as well as kosher groceries, bread, wine, and hard-to-find favorites.

Address: 1150 Polk Blvd
Getting there: west side of Des Moines, near 48th and University Ave
Hours: Sun 11AM–4PM, Tue 11AM–5PM; Wed Thu 11AM–6PM, Fri 10AM–3PM, closed Sat Mon
Price: $15
Website: maccabeeskosherdeli.com (opens in a new tab)

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