I’ve been to Royal Scarlet Deli in White Plains three times, and each time I’ve stood there for about ten minutes waving people along like a traffic cop. ”Go ahead, I’m still looking, go ahead, still looking…”
Seriously, who can read that blackboard menu and make a quick decision? I sure can’t. When I look at the middle panel with its peculiar grid layout, I half expect Alex Trebek to come out and make me place my order in the form of a question.
If you can successfully navigate the menu without going cross-eyed, what you’ll get is a deli sandwich as tasty as any you’ll find in Westchester. On this day, I ordered a “Tim Doherty”: Grilled sliced turkey, grilled onions, provolone and Russian dressing on a roll.
Grilling the turkey is something I’d never thought of doing; now I might try it at home on the griddle for that extra bit of flavor and crispiness. Sometimes all it takes are high-quality ingredients and small touches to make a terrific sandwich.
So my advice for a visit to Royal Scarlet Deli: Don’t feel embarrassed to stand there scrutinizing the blackboard. Don’t be afraid to break out your glasses. And don’t worry if the guys behind the counter give you the evil eye because you’re holding everyone up. I’m sure they’re used to it.
Royal Scarlet Deli
99 E. Post Road
White Plains, NY 10601
914-946-1820
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