Katz's Delicatessen
Sandwich Spot and Jewish Restaurant$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Epicurious
"Pastrami on rye with Doctor Browns Cream Soda is a slice of heaven!"(103 Tips)
"Best Pastrami sandwich I ever had...and its monstrous !!"(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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Ben GAugust 30, 2014The pastrami on rye lives up to the hype. It might seem overpriced until you see its size. The pickles are stellar too.
Peggy LiJune 15, 2018The pastrami sandwich and pickles were delicious, but still felt overpriced at almost $20. Egg cream was also good.
Leanne ZMay 17, 2017Come at off hours to avoid a line, split a pastrami and don't forget the pickles. Classic.
StefanieMarch 1, 2016I'm not big on delis but enjoyed the brisket. Apparently, their pastrami is something to write home about.
Vicky OApril 6, 2018So incredibly yum! Try the pastrami on rye with mustard the pastrami is sooo juicy and tender.
Keith ConverseMay 17, 2015It's a New York instituation and their corned beef is amazing. Just don't lose your ticket!
Darleny LopezJuly 15, 2015The German sandwich is the best!! I know the pastrami is the killer one, but check this one out.
Dmitriy SMarch 21, 2011Pastrami and corned beef on rye with Russian dressing and cole slaw. Wash it down with a Dr Brown's black cherry soda. If you can do handle it, you're a true new yorker.
Best DelegateSeptember 6, 2011Sure, it's touristy and further away, but absolutely delicious! Make a late night trip out here and get a sandwich. Light eaters can split a sandwich.
Evangeline Cruz-MilneJuly 8, 2024Pastrami on rye with mustard is my favorite sandwich. Can’t beat the sour fresh pickles either!
Michael AnthonyMay 23, 2019Great pastrami sandwich, definitely lived up to the hype. Unfortunately, so did the line and the price.
Flordaliza RodriguezFebruary 15, 2016Hard to choose. If you go choose the half and half that way you get both pastrami and corn beef.
The best pastrami in the universe. There’s isn’t a better Sammy on any Planet.
Eelain SteketeeAugust 22, 2011also known as "carnivore's wonderland".. don't like meat, out you go! love meat? some suggestions: pastrami on rye, sausage on rye, and 2 hot dogs.. then check your cholesterol.
Robert AccetturaDecember 6, 2014Don't loose that ticket, even if your a group and put it all on one keep all the tickets. You need them to leave if you don't want to pay a huge loss fee.
Rick DionneMay 19, 2013Best Pastrami In NY Hands Down! Make Sure You Grab A Ticket When You Walk In Before You Go To Get Served! Enjoy!
In the running for death row meals. Pastrami on rye with mustard. Side of light green pickles.
Cristiana CiampaMay 24, 2019Pastrami is just perfect and classic. Everyone in the world should try it!
F Train to LES/2nd Ave. Walk up the SE exit. Head east on Houston (How Stun) Street for a few blocks to 2nd and Ludlow. Katz's is on the corner.
Roseann LoSchiavoNovember 7, 2015Be prepared to spend a lot of money for a really awesome pastrami sandwich.
Jim AndersonFebruary 5, 2012Try the Rueben - Rueben 16.55 - "For years we've been keeping our Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Russian and Sauerkraut combo under wraps. Now we're ready to go public"
Greg CalApril 28, 2015Everybody suggests Katz and there's a reason why. The pastrami on rye is absolutely worth it
Manda CurrellFebruary 16, 2020Yeah, you’ll get shouted at. But I got an egg salad sandwich as big as my head at nearly 2am. No complaints here
ShariAugust 12, 2016Don't get the cheese steak and any egg cream. Get all of the deli items and you'll love them!
ᴡ HoggJanuary 28, 2018Pastrami Sandwich, without a shadow of a doubt. Best fucking sandwich I’ve ever had in my life.
Cheryn RoblesJuly 17, 2023Had half a turkey sandwich and matzo ball soup. It’s more like three meals! I bought extra bread to make two more sandwiches.
Caitlin HalleMay 20, 2016Impossible not to love this place! I have it shipped to my brother in DC for his birthday!
Trevis Dane WimerJanuary 8, 2013Just a suggestion for tourists... Tip (ie leave a gratuity) the Amazing Counter folks, they work extremely hard... and if you take care of them they may give you a "locals" portion.... ;-)
Vito TartagliaOctober 13, 2015Katz's is famous for its pastrami sandwich. It is actually very good. Very. Though, i think it is quite overpriced (around 20$).
FashionisgreatJanuary 17, 2013Every cutter has his own line so don't be afraid to move around. To order beer go to the burger guy. I suggest the katz's ale
Sadiya KekaApril 15, 2012The pastrami sandwich is the best! They usually just put mustard with it. If you order a turkey sandwich, try it with the Russian sauce!
Bugra KilincerFebruary 10, 2016Try pastrami sandwich w/ mustard and pickles, on the side get the Matzo soup and Katz's ale
HashtagNYUJuly 7, 2016Try their pastrami or reuben sandwiches after a night out in the Lower East Side.
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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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Groups Only
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No
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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