Best Business Lunch Power Players Sandwiches Restaurants in Murray Hill

A classic Jewish deli in Murray Hill dating back to the 1960s, Sarge's serves crinkle-cut fries that are treated as seriously as its towering pastrami sandwiches. The fries come out hot, salty, and generously portioned, making the diner a go-to when you want old-school New York comfort with a proper fry basket.

Since 1954, 2nd Avenue Deli’s Kips Bay location has delivered classic Jewish deli breakfasts and brunches, from challah French toast to towering pastrami sandwiches. High-volume traffic and decades of regulars make it a benchmark for comfort-heavy, old-New-York morning meals.

Montagu’s Gusto is a Murray Hill cafe devoted to elaborate grilled and crispy chicken sandwiches built on focaccia, ciabatta, and filoncino heroes. With a sprawling menu that ranges from tandoori-spiced chicken to Latin-inspired builds, it’s a top pick for office lunches where you want something more composed than a basic deli roll.