Pancer's Original Deli

General information

Pancer’s Original Deli has been serving up some of the most savory, traditional deli fare in Toronto.

On April 27, 1957 Moe Pancer and his son Stan, at 22 years of age, opened the doors of a new deli called Moe Pancer's Delicatessen. Moe Pancer's became a regular meeting place for large steel companies, building groups, movie stars, hockey players and rock bands. The bands RUSH and Anvil grew up with the Deli. Comedian John Candy had said it became a "family home away from home."

As staff joined the ranks most of them never left. Counting over four staff who made it to the 50 year mark. Many of the delicious recipes that you find at Pancer’s came from Europe from family members. The spices for the meats were all custom-made recipes brought in from Europe as well. Some of our favorites are the corned beef and the pastrami.

Rose and Moe Pancer's grandchildren are in the business now, as well as two of their great grandchildren. The Pancer family looks forward to sharing their delicious recipes with you at Pancer’s Original Deli!