Slicing Into Tradition: New Amish Deli Brings Farmhouse Flavors to Tallahassee
The sun-drenched streets of Florida’s capital city just gained a wonderful infusion of countryside hospitality. Tallahassee Amish Deli has officially opened its doors, providing local residents with an authentic, scratch-cooked alternative to typical fast-casual lunch spots. The distinct aroma of hickory-smoked meats, sharp raw-milk cheeses, and fresh-baked sweet breads immediately lets you know that this new destination is deeply rooted in timeless culinary traditions.
The Backstory: Bringing the Farm to the Capital
The journey to Tallahassee began over a decade ago in the rolling hills of Ohio’s Amish country, where the Schlabach family managed a busy roadside produce and bakery stand. Famous for their ultra-creamy potato salads and slow-cured ham, the family long dreamed of establishing a permanent, year-round market where they could serve families beyond their rural community.
When looking for a place to plant their new roots, they were drawn to Tallahassee’s vibrant community, historic canopy roads, and deep appreciation for local, artisan craft. They wanted to create a welcoming storefront where busy state workers, university students, and local families alike could slow down and enjoy a true, old-fashioned meal. Over several months, the family transformed a classic retail space into a warm, inviting deli, featuring rough-sawn pine shelving, vintage mercantile decor, and a massive glass display case packed with regional, premium delicacies.
From the Deli Case: Early Favorites
The menu at Tallahassee Amish Deli focuses entirely on traditional, honest comfort food. Every single item is sliced to order, and the portions mirror the legendary generosity of an Amish farmhouse table.
Everything is made using time-honored techniques, focusing on fresh, high-quality ingredients without artificial shortcuts. A few early customer favorites include:
- The “Capital Canopy” Sandwich: A towering lunch favorite piled high with house-smoked turkey breast, sweet baked ham, real colby jack cheese, crisp local greens, homegrown tomatoes, and a generous layer of their signature sweet-hot mustard on thick-cut, scratch-baked multi-grain bread.
- Amish Roll-Butter Blend Potato Salad: A rich, savory side dish made with red-skin potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crisp celery, and a signature creamy dressing enriched with authentic, slow-churned roll butter.
- Fried Blackberry Hand Pies: Flaky, lard-crust pastries packed with tart blackberry filling, glazed to perfection, and delivered fresh to the counter every morning.
Whether you are looking to restock your refrigerator with premium, razor-thin deli meats, pick up a pound of authentic sharp Swiss cheese, or sit down for a lunchtime sandwich that requires two hands to hold, Tallahassee Amish Deli delivers a beautiful taste of heritage.
Location & Hours
Address: 1410 Market Street, Tallahassee, FL 32312
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Closed Sunday & Monday