Owners say that the Pastrami Reuben has become a go-to classic at Little Pickle deli, which is now open at the Esplanade (photo courtesy of 151 Hospitality).
After a six-month run as a pop-up, the Jewish deli Little Pickle is officially here to stay. The concept re-opened on May 19 with its first brick-and-mortar location on the ground floor of the Esplanade, 2501 E. Camelback Road, Suite 120.
The founders, Peter Hearn and Rick Phillips, hope that this fast-casual deli will be Phoenix’s new go-to for hand-rolled New York bagels with house made schmears, house-smoked salmon, and “the city’s finest pastrami.” They say that morning must-haves range from the NYC bodega style egg sandwiches and traditional bagels and lox to handcrafted sandwiches for lunch, like the Pastrami Reuben, the house roasted fresh turkey sandwich or the classic egg salad sandwich.
Brought to life by local restaurant players Phillips and Hearn under their 151 Hospitality umbrella, Little Pickle joins The Mercer, their elevated American Bistro and Martini destination. Rounding out the trio, their high-energy Mexican concept Camello will open in Fall 2025, just next door to its sister restaurants.
The spot will be open for breakfast and lunch daily from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will offer counter service and takeout, and an online ordering system will help patrons avoid potential lines and wait times. For more information, visit www.littlepickleaz.com.
