The Nielsens, a third-generation family of delicatessen owners from Denmark, arrived in Houston to open their first location in Highland Village in the '50s. Now located on Richmond Avenue, it's an all-time lunch favorite for inner loop neighborhoods, Galleria businesses, and points between. Lunching at Nielsen's requires squeezing onto a rare barstool, or better yet, calling ahead for take-out. They are so cute served in their little paper cups, tops sprinkled with paprika and garnished with a pimiento stuffed olive. That rich, whipped snowy concoction put Nielsen's on the Houston deli map, proving that when a simple lunch is needed, time-honored Nielsen's still has no rival.
Fans know the turkey breast is roasted on site.
Although flavorful and fresh, the turkey is sometimes on the dry side, so order extra spread. In conclusion, don't hold the mayo, but skip the cheesecake. Be the first to post a user review. Post a user review of your own and start the conversation. Feel free to read our user review guidelines .