Katz's Delicatessen
Sandwich Spot and Jewish Restaurant$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
The experts at Time Out New York and Village Voice recommend this place
"Pastrami on rye with Doctor Browns Cream Soda is a slice of heaven!"(102 Tips)
"Prepare yourself for the best pastrami sandwich you have ever had 💃"(282 Tips)
"When Harry Met Sally."(27 Tips)
"Pastrami sandwich and matzo ball soup, hearty portion and comfy meal"(32 Tips)
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Mike CamptonMarch 31, 2013You don't get as much pastrami here as you do at Carnegie Deli, but quality over quantity is the name of the game here. Amazing cuts of pastrami. The matzo ball soup is delicious too.
Arthur DanskinJune 24, 2018Full of British tourists for some reason. I have also seen Japanese and Germans. Bit of a wait and crowded. Obviously, try the corned beef. Reuben is solid.
Roniel TesslerApril 29, 2017Wow. As good as I'd hoped. Pastrami really is that good. Here's what you order: Hot dog (w/ relish and mustard), pastrami (juicy) w/ mustard, latkes. Done.
Andrew SamaniegoAugust 27, 2018“A delicatessen for 128 years.” Pastrami sandwich on rye, with matzah ball soup! Get your food, stay a while, and pay on your way out.
Josh AFebruary 13, 2016In New York? Eat meat? Love pickles? You must go to this classic Jewish deli. Bring an appetite and cash (no cards). Have a Cel-Ray soda. Waddle out the door. Don't lose your ticket!
Kimmie OhhAugust 9, 2020Authentic Jewish/Kosher deli! Katz is a NYC staple! You have to get their pastrami sandwich!
- Gal AmirOctober 22, 2015You'll be overwhelmed by the crowd, but actually the line moves fast. Prepare yourself for the best pastrami sandwich you have ever had 💃
Chris ThunJuly 3, 2014Pastrami and corned beef are some of the best you’ll ever behold. Stand at the counter while the man behind it hand-slices your pastrami, and offers you a taste.
Anastasia YulesApril 8, 2014Still can't find a better pastrami sandwich anywhere else. Make sure to ask them for the lean meat if you want your meal to be less fatty / ask for half pastrami & brisket if you like!
Mariela CabreraSeptember 14, 2017Incredible!! If you are in ny you cannot miss the legendary pastrami from Katz's
DmtrAugust 22, 2015Enormous amounts of meat between two small slices of bread. Doesn't look fancy, but the turkey sandwich is delicious and can feed two people if you aren't very hungry.
Johan SanmartinMay 4, 2018You have to try both the pastrami and the corned beef...they are both the best on the city!
Angelica BarbieriJune 29, 2013Definitely a must go to place in NYC. The classic pastrami on rye bread was amazing. Although, you definitely need to split a sandwich with at least another person. It's huge!- Chris PatrickMarch 8, 2014Go to Katz. Get Reuben, ask for both Pastrami and Corned Beef on the Reuben. If your cutter gives you pieces of meat as you wait, tip him. Don’t get flustered by the lines and chaos, you can do this.
Joao Veloso JrAugust 16, 2015Best pastrami sandwich in the whole world! Nice hot dogs as well and the only place I can find Dr Brown
Fredrik StenbeckFebruary 25, 2016A classic worth visiting and do not miss the pastrami sandwich (not the first one to recommend that I know).
VladieNovember 2, 2016great meat (and order it with pickles). totally worth the visit as it's up to its fame. should be part of a tourist guide if it's not.
JeffreyApril 29, 2019Pastrami on Rye: “Order it with a side of coleslaw, full sour pickles, and Cel-Ray soda,” advises Thomas Keller, chef and owner of Per Se.
Jonathan HutnerMarch 18, 2016Pastrami Reuben was on point. Totally old school place. Will be back the next time I am in NY.
Nicole RovigAugust 20, 2017Act like you know what your doing. Tip the man who gives you a free sample of meat. No fries. Yes to the Matzoh Ball Soup. Harry met Sally here! @nicolerovig
Megan ReedJune 24, 2016Best pastrami sandwich I have eaten that's for sure. Don't think you can have anything else as a side because even an elephant would have difficulty doing so.
Tom CoatesOctober 23, 2017If you see a big line it doesn’t necessarily mean a long wait. A line we joined halfway down the street took about 20 mins. Then we queued for another ten minutes to order. And the food was amazing
Peter GNovember 22, 2016The pastrami on rye is the obvious choice. Staff are helpful too. Don't forget to hand back your tax ticket!
Anechka M.November 29, 2016Huge, delicious, melting in your mouth. Take one to share, there is enormous quantity of pastrami in one portion
Haleema HumaidMarch 6, 2018Make sure you share, it’s HEAVY as much as it’s good I wolfed it down (it was soooo yummy) but felt sick I should have shared it with my friend instead of getting two
Mehrnaz MSeptember 16, 2017Wow! Large portion of meat! One sandwich was enough for two of us. For me had a wired taste!
If you wanna kick it up a notch, skip the basic pastrami vs corned beef debate. JUST ORDER THE REUBEN. Marvel at your carver makes it. Devour with Dr Brown Cream soda. Heavenly.
Crypto Consumer UKJanuary 17, 2018The pastrami here is amazing! One of the best delis I have ever been to hands down.
The city's most famous Jewish deli, and one of the oldest and best as well. Try Reuben, liverwurst, or pastrami sandwich, but DO NOT lose your ticket or you'll pay an excessive penalty fee.
Kathy MatthiesenAugust 27, 2015The pastrami sandwich was absolutely amazing; best I've ever had. The only downfall with this place is that it's incredibly overpriced, but at least they give you large portions!
Gokhan KilicApril 8, 2017Delicious but expensive. If you have a chance try Schwartz's Deli in Montreal to taste the better one
María Paz DomínguezSeptember 8, 2014Great old fashioned deli! Unique customer service with delightful cooks. It is a great find, especially after a long night out with friends in town.
Robert MadisonFebruary 22, 2016The best Pastrami sandwich in the world! Get a hot dog to eat while waiting on line for your sandwich!
Victoria WoosterMarch 28, 2015If you love crowd and noise you've find the place . There are pictures on the wall of famous people who've been there. Everything is spicy and delicious.
RajAugust 3, 2018Hasn't changed in forever, other than the prices. Pastrami is always on point, although the rye wasn't as solid or salty as it should be. Always love the coleslaw here
Max SullivanAugust 6, 2012Katz's has been curing and hand-carving its own pastrami (ask for moist) since 1888 when it was often the first stop for Eastern European immigrants. The pastrami-on-rye is unbelievably filling.
Ray LinMarch 6, 2012Simply the best sandwich on the planet, period. The pastrami speaks for itself, so all else you need is the rye and mustard. Eat and enjoy.
Men's Health MagJuly 9, 2012You're in a New York deli. Attempt to fit in at least these items: sweet potato knishes, a pastrami sandwich, half-sour pickles, iced tea, and a New York egg cream for dessert.
Liz CargillOctober 18, 2015Their pastrami sandwich is unreal! Huge serving as well, I wish I could finish it all. The best New York food experience I've ever had, thank you!!!
Kelsey✨November 25, 2015Good drunk food, but this place is over-priced and over-hyped. It will be hard to explain to your drunk friend why you both bought $25 sandwiches when there's a bodega down the street.
Arnault de GironMay 21, 2014The interior design is genuine and the food is excellent but too much. Share a pastrami with a friend and enjoy the cheese cake you'll be full enough !
“No serious student of deli has not been to Katz's… the pastrami and corned beef are hand-sliced and usually terrific… it's the snappy hot dogs we can't resist” – GS: http://tinyurl.com/m8jpzn3
Tom WolfsteinOctober 16, 2016In an interesting move, all of the combos are a worse deal than just getting the pastrami sandwich. The pastrami sandwich is great.
Their pastrami is like butter! It just melts in your mouth! Get the matzo ball soup. Don't lose your ticket and tip the counter guys!
Sofia PapastamelosAugust 15, 2016The table service is slow and hostile. The bagels and lox were fresh and delicious! Can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches.
Skip the line by calling ahead for pick-up via Seamless. You can be in and out in 5 minutes!
HklingFebruary 20, 2019Not sure if there was mustard options but if they had French’s type, it could have beat Schwartz’s in Montreal. Heard a ghetto hack was to just come, sample their deli meats and walk out 😳
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New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
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- 8:00 AM–10:45 PM
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- 8:00 AM–2:45 AM
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- 8:00 AM–Midnight
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- 24 Hours
- Sun
- Midnight–10:45 PM
(800) 446-8364
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"The place is great. Sandwiches are costly but so yummy and delicious. Amazing place to visit with friends for sandwich lovers. Great quality with superb quantity. Value for money."
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