A Revival of Famed Original Wolfie's Deli
and Iconic Wolfie Cohen's Rascal House

Where New York Broadway and
South Florida Tradition Meet

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Delicatessen

The Original Wolfie’s Delicatessen returns with a new Broadway flair. As you approach our Broadway Theater façade, you’ll think you’re about to enjoy a Broadway show but, as you enter, you’ll realize YOU are the star!

You’ll enjoy an assortment of breakfast items, sandwiches filled with specially cured brisket, corned beef and pastrami, roasted turkey and handmade chopped liver. Choose from a wide variety of salads, soups (including our popular chicken matzo ball soup), smoked fish, hearty hot plates, potato latkes, and home baked goods, such as bagels, breads, black & white cookies, babka, rugelach and, of course, NY cheesecake. Pair with a Dr. Brown’s soda, beer, wine, mixed drinks, cappuccino, espresso, latte, coffee or tea. How about a Brooklyn egg cream!

There are plenty of vegetarian options for the particularly health conscious.

Wolfie's is definitely kid-friendly, with options especially appealing to the youngest diners.

Sit down for a meal with family, grab a bite with friends, or order items to-go. We're open seven days a week for lunch and dinner! See our store hours below as well as our Happy Hour, which you can enjoy at our bar, Wolfie Cohen's Rascal House.

If you're a do-it-yourselfer in the kitchen, you'll be able to buy a pound of this or a pint of that. Freshly prepared hot foods can be packaged for take home merely to be heated, plated, and put on your own table.

Hosting an event? The Original Wolfie’s offers an expansive catering menu featuring many of our favorite deli items, such as lox and bagels platters, cold cuts, and deli sandwiches.

Wolfie Cohen's Rascal House written in all white.

A rectangular red neon light surrounds the text about Wolfie Cohen's Rascal House

Founded in 1954, Wolfie Cohen’s Rascal House returns as a late-night hot spot with a New York vibe located in Sarasota’s trendy Rosemary District. At the Rascal House, you’ll find a moody ambience, live entertainment, tasty hors d’oeuvres, snacks, sweet treats and an expansive cocktail menu listing beers, spirits and wines.

Desperate for the Rascal House’s famed deli fare? You’ll find it next door at the Original Wolfie’s where the best menu items of both historic brands are fully available.

Meyer Lansky

Notorious mobster and gambling kingpin Meyer Lansky frequented the famed Rascal House in Miami Beach. He regularly dined there with his family and right-hand man, Hymie Lazar. Lansky’s son, Buddy, married a Rascal House waitress. Lansky was known to have successfully joined together the major organized crime families into what became known as the "National Crime Syndicate." The role of Hyman Roth in THE GODFATHER, PART 2, was based on Meyer Lansky.

Meyer Lansky is a legend and, now, part of his legacy—photographs, handwritten letters and personal effects—is on display at the Rascal House in Sarasota. If ever there was a Rascal, Lansky was it!

Photograph of Meyer Lansky wearing a fedora

Box Office

Menus

An image of a Playbill-style cover with the words "Rascal House Menu" at the top and below is an image of an imp smiling with his tongue out and holding a trident behind his back while wearing a sailor's hat with the letter "R" in the middle of it. A halo glows above the imp and the words "Wolfie Cohen's Rascal House Restaurant" is written above that. On the right of the imp it reads, "You'll be glad when you're fed you rascal you". At the bottom in a box it says "172nd St. and Collins Ave. is the heart of the Golden Strip. Miami Beach Hotel Row. Between Sunny Isles & Golden Beach"

An image of a Playbill-style cover with the words "Catering Menu" at the top. Below the text is an image of a large platter filled with cold cuts, cheese, and vegetables.

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Locations

A large map of the Downtown Sarasota area with a red box highlighting the location of The Original Wolfie's, Rascal House, and "Box Office", the catering office location for Wolfie's.

Our History

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Our History

Wolfie Cohen's Rascal House written in all black.

Jerry's Famous Deli written in white Broadway style letters against a circular red background.

Once prominently located on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach, the Original Wolfie’s Delicatessen was a celebrity favorite. Using the finest ingredients, the Original Wolfie’s brings back the most renowned items prepared at its restaurant and from its sister eateries in Miami, Wolfie Cohen’s Rascal House, Pumpernik's, and Thal Bros. Epicure Market, in addition to Southern California’s Jerry’s Famous Deli.

From the 1970’s until the restaurant’s closing in 2001, when the property was sold to a developer, Wolfie’s was featured in film and on television. The '80’s/'90’s sitcom, THE GOLDEN GIRLS, starring Betty White and Bea Arthur, often referenced the characters eating at Wolfie’s. Wolfie’s was also seen on the TV show, MIAMI VICE with Don Johnson. It prominently appeared in the movie, THE CREW, headlining Richard Dreyfuss and Burt Reynolds. Notables from different walks of life frequented Wolfie’s, such as the sports world’s Mohammad Ali and Deion Sanders, entertainment stars Jackie Gleason and Liza Minnelli, and mob boss Meyer Lansky.

Archival Photos

Wolfie's Deli Miami Beach

Image of the interior of the Wolfie's Deli in Miami Beach circa 1950s. On the left is an illustration of a wolf wearing a black & yellow tuxedo and holding a cane in the air. Behind the wolf is a sign that reads Lincoln Road at Collins Miami Beach, Florida. Below the wolf is the name "Wolfie's"

Wolfie's Restaurant display

Wolfie's Restaurant display showcasing various slices of meats, cheeses, and other food items. A sign at the top of the image reads "Wolfie's Restaurant Retail Shop Sandwich Shop Fountain Wolfie's."

Wolfie's Kid's Menu Interior

Image shows the full Kid's Menu. Top center of the menu reads "Wolfie's Children's Menu" and proceeds to list out the numerous items available for children.

Wolfie's Deli Miami Beach

Image of the interior of the Wolfie's Deli in Miami Beach circa 1950s. On the left is an illustration of a wolf wearing a black & yellow tuxedo and holding a cane in the air. Behind the wolf is a sign that reads Lincoln Road at Collins Miami Beach, Florida. Below the wolf is the name "Wolfie's"

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Press

Recent Press & Other Communication

"Don’t let Lemon and Pineapple Avenues fool you. As New York-style Jewish delis pop up around Sarasota, the city is starting to feel more like the Big Apple than a tropical town. The newest addition is The Original Wolfie’s Delicatessen and Rascal House, opening at the beginning of November in the Rosemary District."