Royal Deli, a longtime vendor at Lexington Market, opened its second location yesterday at Cross Street Market in Federal Hill. The family-run deli took over the former Gangster Vegan space on the east side of the market.
Royal Deli was founded in 2005 by Ana Alvarado. It originally operated in the old Lexington Market before moving into the newly-redeveloped market in 2022.
Alvarado, who opened the Cross Street Market location alongside her daughter Gisselle Alvarado, told SouthBMore.com she envisioned expanding into Cross Street Market since renovations began there in 2018. The new location is the first step in what the family hopes will become several future Royal Deli locations, along with a more modern vision for the business.
According to the Alvarados, Royal Deli’s most popular sandwiches include the chicken salad, shrimp salad, turkey club, corned beef, and Reuben. Customers can choose from sub rolls, white bread, wheat bread, potato bread, and wraps. The deli’s meats are also available atop garden, caesar, and chef salads.
In addition to sandwiches and salads, Royal Deli offers house-made sides and snacks including yogurt parfaits, egg salad, macaroni salad, potato salad, fruit salad, pickles, chips, and banana pudding. Customers can also get deli meats by the pound.
Royal Deli provides catering services featuring sandwich platters, charcuterie boards, and side dishes. Beverages include lemonade, house-brewed tea, sodas, and Everfresh drinks.
The new Cross Street Market location is open Monday and Tuesday from 9am-8pm, and Wednesday to Saturday from 9am to 830pm.
