A Sweet Taste of Success: Biederman's Deli and Pub

For 35 years Biederman's Deli and Pub has been locally owned and operated by the Biederman family and has become one of the most popular and distinguished businesses in Plymouth, NH.

"You find you niche in the business world and you try to stay with it," said Owner Patti Biederman.

It has been quite the journey for the Biederman family over the years; though it's faced some changes and renovations, Biederman's Deli had the recipe for success.

"Basically the journey has been the same in respect that we still serve the same soups, the same chilies, use Boar Head cold cuts, the only major difference probably from the beginning is that the drinking age was 18 when we purchased it," said Biederman.

Some things remain sacred to the Biederman restaurant such as the "moose" that hangs famously on the wall, "The moose actually fell off the wall and hit a young lady, fortunately all it did was knock a tooth out, and it even survived the fire, the moose has kind of ebbed and flowed along with the business," said Biederman.

Biederman's Deli not only serves delicious sandwiches and beverages on a regular basis, but they also take the time to serve the university student-athletes, and participate in local fundraisers. 

"Scott and I have decided over the years to give back to the community, we have so many different people as customers, both students and community members, it was engrained to us by our parents to give back, and we have done that in numerous ways," said Biederman.

The Plymouth State Alum's and owners, Patti and Scott Biederman, took the adventurous step and purchased the business in 1976.

"We ended up buying the place in 1976, and we have run it basically almost the same. All along we have had a few changes, had a fire along the way in 1993, which gave us the chance to give it a face lift," said Biederman.

"I like Biederman's because it's a nice calm environment, you can go there and have a beer and really relax," said senior Ryan Neville.

It isn't everyday Biederman's comes up with a new sandwich; there most recent addition to the menu is "The Zamboa," one of Patti's personal favorites, "it's buffalo chicken, mozzarella cheese, leaf lettuce, blue cheese dressing, bacon, franks hot sauce on a boa sandwich," said Biederman.

Whatever ingredients the employees use most often or have an abundance of creates new sandwiches at Biedermans. New sandwich creations take time to come up with. They need to be tested and made certain that customers will enjoy eating it.

"We have only done that a few times, but we were actually thinking about coming up with a couple of new sandwiches to keep it fresh and keep it going, but we have been busy with business and athletics, so we haven't gotten to it just yet," said Biederman.

"My favorite sub would have to be The Old Man, because it is tasty and simple, and the pesto is great," said Neville.

The Biederman family has tried to create a fun, friendly, and authentic environment for all of their customers. They offer thousands of different sandwich combinations, and 18 New England brewed beers on tap. They also provide their customers with entertainment such as dartboards, and live televised sporting events on flat screens surrounding the restaurant.

"We have tried to make it a friendly atmosphere, and get our staff to engage with the customers, and always try to make everyone comfortable," said Biederman.

Biederman's is a family owned business, both Patti & Scott plan to keep the business within their family, eventually passing it down to their son.

"Our son has become an integral part of the business, we're hoping in the next five years to see him phase himself more, and we would be more on the consultant end of things and maybe fill in during the busy times," said Biederman.

Biederman's opens daily at 11am, Mon-Sun, located on 83 Main Street, and have live music once a month on Friday nights, and $1 tacos every Sunday 11am to 8pm.  

Biederman's Deli is a hometown favorite that the Plymouth locals and college students go to relax with their families and friends to enjoy delicious sandwiches, soups, and beverages.