Defonte's Sandwich Shop Menu
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About the Menu
Defonte's Sandwich Shop offers a straightforward, no-frills menu that focuses on hearty, satisfying sandwiches and classic Italian-American comfort foods. The menu is built around generous, well-stacked sandwiches like the Signature Hot Roast Beef and the Nicky Special, alongside familiar favorites such as meatballs, chicken parm, and fried calamari.
Days often start here with simple breakfast sandwiches and coffee sodas, while lunch and dinner see the appeal of rich, filling dishes meant to satisfy hungry appetites. The counter meats, cold cuts, and layered hot heroes suit the casual, walk-in atmosphere perfectly, making it a spot where the food feels unfussy yet thoughtfully prepared.
Salads and lighter options are available, but the emphasis remains on substantial sandwiches featuring fresh mozzarella, fried eggplant, savory cured meats, and flavorful sauces. These are meals that invite lingering conversations or quick, reliable bites mid-day. At its core, Defonte's serves a straightforward, comforting lineup that resonates with those who appreciate generous portions and classic tastes in a familiar Brooklyn setting.
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Business Menu
Salads
Defontes House Salad
lettuce, tomatoes, shaved red onion, olives, cucumbers, oregano, italian vinaigrette
Light Tuna
marinated chunk light tuna, olives, tomatoes, green beans, artichoke hearts, and hard cooked egg
Caprese
fresh mozzarella, basil & tomato, balsamic vinaigrette
Caprese With The Works
fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, capers, artichoke hearts, and olives over mixed greens
Antipasti
sliced salami, capocollo, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, over mixed greens
Hot Dishes
Steak Pizzaiola
Sausage & Peppers
Eggplant Parmesan
Chicken Parmesan
Macaroni Of The Day
Cold Heros
Nicky Special
ham, capocollo, salami, fried eggplant, provolone, hot salad, marinated mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, oil and vinegar
Valentino Special
fried eggplant, provolone cheese, roasted peppers
Italian Stallion
prosciutto, fresh mozz, fried eggplant, roasted peppers
Fresh Mozzarella
tomato, basil, balsamic vinegar
Italian Tuna
arugula, black olives, lettuce, tomatoes, onions
Hot Heros
Hot Roast Beef
roast beef, fresh mozzarella, fried eggplant, natural jus
The Jerry Lewis
mozzarella, fried eggplant, tomato
The Dino
homemade meatball parmesan
Hot Turkey
roasted turkey, swiss, fried eggplant, natural jus
Hot Virginia Ham
provolone, fried eggplant, peppers, hot salad
Joey Bishop
virginia ham, provolone, roasted peppers, balsamic & evo
Deli King
corned beef, swiss, cole slaw, mustard
Defontes Cuban
roast pork, virginia ham, swiss, pickles, garlic bread.
Vinnie Barbarino
sausage & peppers
Sinatra Special
steak pizzaiola, fresh mozzarella
Chicken Cutlet
chicken cutlet parmesan
Eggplant Parm
eggplant parmesan
Pork Hero
hot roast pork, swiss, fried eggplant, hot salad
French Fries
Potato Chips
Sandwich Extras
Sandwich Extras
whole pickle, bacon, swiss cheese, american, provolone, fresh mozzarella, fried eggplant, cooked peppers, nickys famous hot salad
Sides
Stuffed Hot Cherry Peppers
French Fries
Potato Chips