Wilkes Family Delicatessen

01/22/2026

This will be our final post. As you may have heard, on December 28, 2025, our family business closed its doors for the final time. Three generations of the Wilkes family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Village of Ridgewood and to our loyal customers from the surrounding communities.

It has truly been an honor and a pleasure to serve you and to get to know so many of you over the years. Below is a video of our sign being taken down after 65 years, along with a photo of my father, Charlie, my brother Barry, and myself.

We poured our hearts and souls into Wilkes Deli on E. Glen Avenue in Ridgewood. Thank you for allowing the Wilkes family to serve you and to be a part of your lives. We are forever grateful. ~ Curt Wilkes

P.S. Also below, a few highlights from my SURPRISE retirement party.

12/27/2025

Thank you all, for the outpouring of love and support. Curt has clearly made an impact on this community! I am so proud to call him my husband, and I am looking forward to enjoying his cooking in his retirement! 😊

He also had a great team! Thank you to all who have worked in our store! We have been very fortunate to have worked with all of you!

We could not have done this without Maria in particular! Some of you have voiced concerns for her future. She will stay with Gino for a few months just to help with the change in ownership. Once done, she will be basking in the sun's warmth in Costa Rica while spending quality time with her beloved Mom! We wish her all the best in her future there!

Lastly no... sadly we will not be sharing the Potato Salad Recipe. It will always be a family secret. We have taught Gino many of the other recipes, so be sure to come in and try them out! He will be a great addition to the neighborhood!

Thank you again for all of your kind words! ~ Jen Wilkes

12/26/2025

Curt, Jen and the Family thank our loyal customers. Thank you for trusting us all these years! We will miss you!💗💗💗

11/07/2025

Wilkes Holiday Pies are back! Get them while you can. Order now, pick up on Wednesday 11/26. Why bake when there's Wilkes?

11/17/2024

Hi All ~ The Wilkes Deli Holiday Pies are Back! Order now so that you are covered on Thanksgiving! Hoping that we can help make your Holiday Celebration Memorable!

10/04/2024

We heard Ridgewood Alumni were looking for places that still sell this cafeteria classic. Stop by the deli to stock up and reminisce on the good old days!

10/22/2023

Hi All ~ Wilkes Deli is getting ready for the Holidays by making the most delicious pies, again! Make your event great, order now...it makes us feel like we have been invited to 100's of Thanksgiving celebrations!

04/20/2023

Today is National High Five Day! Make sure to stop by the Deli for lunch and get a free high five with it! 🖐️

04/18/2023

We are fully stocked of Branon's Barrywilde Maples, LLC Maple Syrups and Puffs! Grab them while you can! 🍁

04/11/2023

Hi All,
Wilkes is Hiring! We need someone to work from 9am-3pm Monday-Friday. These times are flexible, as usually this is a great schedule for people with kids in school. If interested please call Curt at 201-652-6232. Please don't call during lunch hour, and spread the word, if this is not a good fit for you!
Best ~ Jen Wilkes🙂

03/29/2023

Thank you friends for nominating us as one of 4 of the best Deli's in the area! Please vote here: https://paterson.communityvotes.com/2023/01/food-and-drink/delis

We hope regardless of who wins, you all know how happy we are to serve you! See you soon! ~ Curt & Jen Wilkes

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11/19/2022

Wilkes Holiday Pies are back! Get them while you can. Orders now, pick up on Wednesday 11/23. Why bake when there's Wilkes?