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Open now · closes 2 AMSubway at 14820 E Jefferson Ave in Detroit, MI is a casual counter-service chain deli offering build-your-own sandwiches and salads.
What's The Dill is a sandwich shop at 4088 W McNichols Rd in Detroit, MI, open Mon–Sat. takeout and delivery available.
What's The Dill is a Black-owned, women-owned deli at 4088 W McNichols Rd in Detroit, MI. Its focus is stuffed kosher pickle sandwiches, with deli meats, vegetables, sauces, cheese and seasoning taking the place of a conventional bread-based sandwich. The menu also includes tomato sandwiches, bell pepper sandwiches and lettuce wraps. Another specialty is Smickles: dill chip pickles stuffed with tuna fish, chicken salad or potato salad.
The deli offers counter service for brunch and lunch, along with dessert and catering. Vegan, vegetarian and organic offerings are listed alongside comfort food and quick bites. The atmosphere is described as casual and quiet, and the business welcomes families, children and LGBTQ customers and identifies as a transgender safe space. Takeout, curbside pickup and delivery, including no-contact delivery, are available. Free lot and street parking are listed, with wheelchair-accessible parking. Guests should note that there is no restroom or table service, and reservations are not accepted.
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“Tried out this spot for the first time at lunch. Pleasantly surprised. I tried the Yum Yum half sandwich and soup with a slice of carrot cake. Inside my container was a plastic glove and I soon realized why. The sandwich was juicy and ta…”
— Jaime Te-Ana, September 16, 2026 · google
“If you're ever in Detroit, you HAVE to stop at What's the Dill! This place has completely reinvented the sandwich — instead of bread, they use pickles as the "buns," and it's genuinely delicious, not1 a gimmick. They also do deviled egg …”
— DivaDawn Marie, September 15, 2026 · google
“What’s the Dill in Detroit is absolutely amazing! The food was excellent, and the customer service was just as good. It has been a long time since I’ve gone somewhere and truly felt like my money was well spent. Honestly, after eating h…”
— Bruce Gilmore, September 11, 2026 · google
“I love this place one of my favorite restaurants.”
— Don Banks, September 7, 2026 · google
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