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FAQs
About MLK Deli
Yes — everything at MLK Deli is 100% halal, from the house-cured pastrami to the Wagyu salami. Serving proper halal deli-style sandwiches is the whole reason MLK exists.
MLK Deli has two Sydney locations: 168 Campbell St, Surry Hills (a short walk from Central Station) and 32 Harrington St, The Rocks (near Circular Quay).
Yes — order pickup online through our Square ordering page via any Order Now button on this site. Delivery is also available through Uber Eats and DoorDash.
The Risky Brisket (seven-day house-cured smoked brisket pastrami), MJ's Chicken (Uzbek-style marinated chicken), the Big Boy (Afghan-style lamb meatballs) and the MLK — the mortadella, stracciatella and pistachio sandwich that went viral.
Yes — the Vego - Let's Go stacks grilled haloumi with marinated vegetables, and the Very Vegan is built around house smoked tofu. Look for the green leaf on the menu.
Absolutely — most of our sandwiches leave the shop wrapped in MLK deli paper. Order ahead online and skip the queue, or walk in at either location.
The Menu
The Risky Brisket (six-hour house-smoked brisket pastrami), MJ's Chicken (slow-cooked Uzbek-style chicken), the Big Boy (Afghan lamb meatballs) and the MLK — the mortadella, stracciatella and pistachio focaccia that went viral.
Yes — Vego - Let's Go stacks grilled halloumi with eggplant, artichoke and hot honey, and the Very Vegan is built on smoked tofu with plant-based chipotle mayo. Look for the green leaf on the menu.
Every item carries colour-coded allergen badges (egg, wheat, dairy, nuts, sesame/soy, mustard) on its menu card and product page. We cater to allergy and dietary requirements where possible — always tell our team when ordering.
Catering
Yes — we cater office lunches, team days, events and private gatherings across Sydney with sandwich platters and individually wrapped orders. Send a catering enquiry and we'll build something that fits.
Every platter and every sandwich we cater is 100% halal — same as everything in our shops.
The earlier the better, especially for larger events — a few days' notice is ideal. Tell us your date and headcount in the enquiry form and we'll confirm quickly.
Surry Hills
We're at 168 Campbell St, Surry Hills — just a short walk from Central Station. Buses along Crown and Elizabeth St stop nearby, and street parking is limited, so public transport is easiest at lunch.
Typically Tuesday to Friday from morning until mid-afternoon, and weekends from 9am. Hours can vary — check our Instagram @mlk.deli for the latest before you visit.
Yes — we brew specialty coffee with Coffee Supreme beans, alongside house-made iced teas and matcha.
Yes — the Surry Hills shop at 168 Campbell St is roughly a five-minute walk from Central Station, which makes it an easy halal lunch stop on a workday.
The Rocks
We're at 32 Harrington St in the heart of The Rocks, a few minutes' walk from Circular Quay station, the ferries and the Overseas Passenger Terminal.
The Rocks shop typically opens 7 days from 8am to 4pm. Hours can vary on public holidays — check Instagram @mlk.deli for updates.
Yes — the shop at 32 Harrington St is a few minutes' walk from Circular Quay station and the ferry wharves, right in the heart of The Rocks by Sydney Harbour.
That's exactly what it's built for — order ahead online and your sandwich is stacked by the time you arrive. Perfect between harbour sightseeing or on an office lunch break.