K&o Deli Meat Grocery Inc

Second Avenue north of 116th Street has long been a corridor where small grocers and specialty shops anchor the block. Among them is K&o Deli Meat Grocery Inc, a butcher counter that supplies the neighborhood with fresh cuts and prepared meats. The shop fits neatly into a stretch where storefronts change hands less often than the foot traffic passing by.

Butchers in this part of East Harlem often double as deli counters, slicing orders to order and stocking staples that cater to both home cooks and local bodegas. They slice turkey breast, roast beef, and pastrami; grind beef and pork for burgers and meatballs; and offer house-made sausages alongside imported cold cuts. The refrigerated case typically holds prepared salads and marinated olives, bridging the gap between raw ingredients and ready-to-eat meals.

The address is 2288 2nd Ave #1, a storefront that sits just above street level. Customers call ahead for large orders or walk in for a quick sandwich; either way, the phone rings at (212) 289-6313. The area’s mix of apartment buildings and older walk-ups means demand stays steady, with residents stopping by on their way home or sending a text for a last-minute dinner addition.

Directions and storefront photos are available on the map. The shop remains one of those local fixtures that doesn’t advertise beyond the sandwich board out front, relying instead on word of mouth and repeat customers who know where to find it.