Katz's Delicatessen
Sandwich Spot and Jewish Restaurant$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
This sandwich spot is famous for their Reuben sandwiches. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Pastrami on rye with Doctor Browns Cream Soda is a slice of heaven!"(103 Tips)
"Get the pastrami sandwich with swiss cheese & mustard 🥪🤩"(283 Tips)
"When Harry Met Sally""(27 Tips)
"Pastrami sandwich and matzo ball soup, hearty portion and comfy meal"(32 Tips)
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Ericha FabayFebruary 2, 2018Nothing beats the authenticity of their products. Their pastrami is aged 30 days &what a remarkable sandwich it makes! It’s the best I have ever had so far...”Katz’s and that’s all!”
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.
Morgan A. JonesMarch 12, 2014Yes, The pastrami is amazing, we know this (Ruben = yum) but if the line is long, you're hungry, and you got about $3.50 to spend... get a Frank! They'll give you lots of juicy sauerkraut!
Josiah David ChapmanJanuary 29, 2018Dolling our the best pastrami and rye since 1888. Brave the long times and temperamental service to experience this one-of-a-kind New York classic. 5/5
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!
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.
Kimmie OhhAugust 9, 2020Authentic Jewish/Kosher deli! Katz is a NYC staple! You have to get their pastrami sandwich!
Jonathan HutnerMarch 18, 2016Pastrami Reuben was on point. Totally old school place. Will be back the next time I am in NY.
Anechka M.November 29, 2016Huge, delicious, melting in your mouth. Take one to share, there is enormous quantity of pastrami in one portion
My go-to order is pastrami, Swiss, thousand island, and slaw, with a can of Dr. Brown's, sour pickles, and fries or latkes.
You have to try both the pastrami and the corned beef...they are both the best on the city!
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.
karim nasMay 10, 2016Orgasmic food for the ones who will seat at the table of "Harry meet Sally". Best Patrami in Town.
Get pastrami and don't lose your ticket. Extra tip to the cutters gets you extra meat samples.
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
Tricia CotéMarch 6, 2014fourth generation owner stopped by our table to checkin with us. very nice man and it was nice to hear the story of the family run business. very glad we stopped in. Tip keep your ticket!
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!!!
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.
99UApril 22, 2014Want to taste history? Established in 1888, Katz’s has been serving up pastrami, corned beef, and knockwurst sandwiches longer than any deli in NYC. Sun-Wed: 8am-10:45pm | Thur-Sat: 8am-2:45am
Dani RJanuary 2, 2014Delicious pastrami sandwich, as good as everyone says! 2 beers & 2 pastrami sandwiches cost approx 53$ ... Please renovate and clean those restrooms, perhaps train or cheer up the personnel too...
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.
Reem KhalilJune 10, 2016The Best Pastrami sandwich in the whole world. And if you have a small stomach u can share it with a friend.
Michael G.September 29, 2018The pastrami is much better than the corned beef, and I’m normally a corned beef guy. Try the latkes too. Overall, the environment sucks, the prices are outrageous, and none of the staff is friendly.
Simran DassMarch 13, 2022Smoked salmon bagel was amazing - highly recommend this place. Need to come back to try the sandwiches
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.- DoubleDeuceApril 4, 2015Get in line and get your pastrami sandwich. A must stop in New York and ask how the business model works...or doesn't work. A big tourist stop too so don't be in a hurry.
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.
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.
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
Robert MadisonFebruary 22, 2016The best Pastrami sandwich in the world! Get a hot dog to eat while waiting on line for your sandwich!
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 !
- Carona Davis-DiopJune 3, 2016Awesome food as usual. Grew up eating this food. The longer lines are well worth the wait and they move pretty fast!
Mehrnaz MSeptember 16, 2017Wow! Large portion of meat! One sandwich was enough for two of us. For me had a wired taste!
Untapped CitiesJanuary 22, 2014Founded in 1888, this iconic deli is famous for its pastrami and hot dogs. Katz's is a staple of popular culture and is prominently featured in the romantic comedy "When Harry Met Sally." Read more
Crypto Consumer UKJanuary 17, 2018The pastrami here is amazing! One of the best delis I have ever been to hands down.
AlexApril 8, 2018Get pastrami or corned beef on rye. I found the cheese and extras on the Reuben excessive. Meat is piled high. Could be a light-medium meal for two or a large meal for one very hungry person.
Fredrik StenbeckFebruary 25, 2016A classic worth visiting and do not miss the pastrami sandwich (not the first one to recommend that I know).
Peter GNovember 22, 2016The pastrami on rye is the obvious choice. Staff are helpful too. Don't forget to hand back your tax ticket!
Ryan WarrenderMay 17, 2016The pastrami sandwich is a mountain of deli meat between two slices of rye. An Iconic place with a great old school NYC feel.
TV Food MapsApril 18, 2013Katz's Deli is a NY institution and has been featured on a record 6 different shows featured on TVFoodMaps including Best Thing I Ever Ate, Food Wars, Man v. Food, No Reservations, Food Paradise.
Lulu RamAugust 21, 2016Brisket Ruben is awesome. Meat is so tender it's crazy! The potato latkes are beyond good. I could have them all day everyday
Ghaida✨May 5, 2023The pastrami sandwich is very delicious😍! But it's big for one person so you can share it, and don't miss the french fries👌
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.
Cindy SalminsSeptember 24, 2013Amazing matzo ball soup and pastrami sandwiches. Small space and lots of people make me glad I don't live in NYC - it's crazy busy in this place.
Kirill KukuruzaNovember 14, 2016You must try pastrami sandwich in this place! Ask for mix of pastrami and corn beef
Caitlin StrandbergNovember 21, 2011You HAVE to go here. Pastrami sandwich, mustard. That's it. Bring cash ($15/sandwich) and split a sandwich if you're not starving. It's amazing. AMAZING. And ppl love the Harry Met Sally thing.
Fatou BahApril 8, 2015They give you samples of the meats. Your eyes are definitely bigger than your appetite here. They also have pickled tomatoes. Heavenly.
Mayita LahudDecember 29, 2015Absolute must!! Pastrami and Rubens sandwiches are amazing. Don't lose your ticket! Cash only.
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New York's Oldest and Best Delicatessen!
Open until 10:45 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- 8:00 AM–10:45 PM
- Thu
- 8:00 AM–2:45 AM
- Fri
- 8:00 AM–Midnight
- Sat
- 24 Hours
- Sun
- Midnight–10:45 PM
(800) 446-8364
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