Explore the best of Publix with our deep dive into their famous deli and bakery sections.
From savory buffalo chicken subs to viral decadent cookies, we’ve reviewed the top-trending items to help you find your next delicious supermarket meal.
Chicken Papa Rellena (Potato Ball) – $1.87
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A mashed potato ball with a breadcrumb coating, filled with shredded chicken instead of the traditional beef.
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The chicken is cooked in a flavorful tomato and garlic sauce.
Guava and Cheese Pastry – $2.75
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A large, warm, and shiny pastry with a buttery, extremely flaky crust featuring many layers.
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Filled with a sweet, watered-down guava paste and a melty cheese filling similar to a cheese danish.
Home Style Red Potato Salad – $4.75
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A tangy and creamy side dish containing celery, hard-cooked eggs, and mustard.
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Distinguished by potatoes cut into thin, soft slices rather than chunks or squares.
Buffalo Chicken Tender Sub – $13.29
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A heavy 6-inch sub made with two thick, chopped chicken tenders tossed in a tangy buffalo sauce.
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Includes chipotle gouda cheese (spicy and melty), ranch dressing, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, salt, and pepper on fluffy, crunchy bread.
Petit Fours (Tiny Cakes) – $21.99
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Chocolate flavor: Described as a standout with a thin, crunchy chocolate shell, cake interior, and crunchy pearls on top.
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Red Velvet flavor: Contains thin cake layers with a high proportion of frosting.
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Vanilla/Carrot cake flavor: Features a yellow carrot decoration but tastes primarily like plain vanilla birthday cake.
Seasoned Potato Wedges – $21.99
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Thick, heavy potato wedges that feel like half a potato per piece.
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Seasoned but could benefit from more spices; best paired with jalapeno ranch.
Popcorn Chicken (Original) – $5.00
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A large portion of crunchy, crispy chicken pieces with a texture similar to a chicken nugget.
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Highly rated for being a consistent, iconic snack.
Jerk Seasoned Chicken
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Very tender white meat seasoned with a flavorful, slightly spicy jerk rub.
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The host noted it is nearly perfect but suggests a touch more sweetness would enhance the flavor.
Pumpkin and Cream Cake – $8.00
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A decadent, moist dessert featuring a light and airy cheesecake-like middle layer.
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Includes two pumpkin muffin-style cake layers with a wet bottom layer reminiscent of Tres Leches.
Jalapeño Ranch Dip – $4.19
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A stunning, cold-stored ranch found near the fresh salad section that tastes like restaurant-quality dressing.
Sweet and Tangy Vinegar Barbecue Sauce -$0.54
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A liquidy, heavily vinegary sauce with a scent compared to balsamic vinegar.
Deli Chicken Strip Meal – $10.00
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A combination meal featuring three large chicken strips, smoked gouda macaroni and cheese, and a side of fried rice.
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The chicken strips are described as “busting” and paired well with hot honey.
Double Chocolate Decadent Cookie – $6.49 (2-Pack)
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A rich chocolate cookie with a “fudge brownie” or ganache-like texture rather than a traditional crumbly cookie.
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It features a ring of chocolate frosting on the outside with a thick, fudgy center and crunchy chocolate krispies on top.
Vanilla Celebration Decadent Cookie – $6.49 (2-Pack)
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A thick, buttery sugar cookie base that is soft and fresh.
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Topped with a soft vanilla buttercream frosting and colorful confetti sprinkles.
Confetti Cream Cheese Cookie – $6.49 (2-Pack)
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A cream cheese-based cookie topped with signature buttercream icing and rainbow confetti sprinkles.
Decadent Raspberry Cream Cheese Cookie – $6.49 (2-Pack)
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A very thick, soft cream cheese-based cookie topped with a signature cream cheese icing and a sticky raspberry filling.
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The raspberry center has a texture and flavor similar to the filling of a raspberry jelly donut.
Cookies & Cream Decadent Cookie – $6.49 (2-Pack)
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A dark chocolate cookie base topped with a thick layer of cookies and cream mousse and sprinkled with crushed chocolate sandwich cookie pieces.
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Reviewers noted it has a satisfying “chew” and tastes like a tripled-filled Oreo.
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