Katz's Deli Reviews

Great tourist spot and good to go once or twice in your life. Plus the people working there expect you to know how you are supposed to order ect and are not happy if you ask.

This is really famous deli in NYC. That was AMAZING!

This place was shown to us while on our way to a food a d culture tour of Brooklyn. My wife and I came back the next evening to try it out.
More than anything, the experience was very fun and unique. The line was out the door, which is usually a good sign!
The food was good. We shared the pastrami sandwich on rye. I would have given it five stars, but nyc or not, $24 for a sandwich is expensive!
Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

This is THE BEST DELI in all of NYC. They do all the deli meats aged incredibly over much longer than normal times. U need to keep your paper ticket throughout. But no matter what, the wait is worth it!

The sandwiches are huge, so two people can share one. Not the best pastrami sandwich I've ever had. I liked the overall experience though, more than the food itself.

The best sandwiches ever. Although each sandwich will cost you roughly $20, they are huge and well worth it. I got a corned beef and brisket combo with cheese and it was heaven between two slices of bread. It doesn't get 5 stars because initially ordering was very confusing - there were hundreds of people in the store and no one explaining the system of how and what to order.

It was very crowded and the prices were quite high. The sandwich was good and big.

If you've never been here, you've yet to taste New York City.

Best pastrami sandwich I ever had in my life good pickles also

This place is amazing, the food is beyond incredible. The hot pastrami sandwich was so delicious, I would even say it was moderately priced at $15 a sandwich considering how tasty it was. The service was pretty good by New York's standards. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. I'm not in New York often, but I know every time I'm in the area I will definitely stop at Katz. Strongly recommend this restaurant.

The place is legendary for a reason. I tried their most popular pastrami sandwhich and it was the best sandwhich that I ate in my US trip. Probably the best meat also.
The place is full of people probably all the time, but it's not a problem because there are so many cashiers(cutters) and a large seating area. They also give you some delicious pickles on the side.
If you are not so hungry, you can order half or share half of your sandwhich with your friend.

I had heard of this place before coming to NY, but wasn't sure if I wanted to go since it was located bit far for me. I'm so satisfied that I went there after all. Definetly worth of going!

This is a MUST place to visit whenever you go to NYC

My Moms corn beef is really good and so is Katz. Highly recommend!

Amazing restaurant with a very long tradition. The sandwiches are delicious and the sodas are pretty special.

Pricey but worth visiting and having the food whether you live in New York or are visiting the city.

The best sandwich I've ever eaten, the experience is confusing at first, but go with the flow and enjoy the pastrami, the matzo ball soup is awesome as well!

Great deli. Awesome meats, great half dills....awesome mustard.

We had about a 15 minute wait to be seated but it was well worth it, the flavours of the meats they make has to be tasted to be believed. We tried many of the menu items and they were all very large servings and tasted amazing. The place was always busy, very busy but there were ample staff behind the counter and wait staff for the tables and nobody was neglected. There s great memorabilia on the walls too. It was a great experience and well worth the trip

Amazing deli meats! Great staff too, it was delicious, just like everyone said it would be

Great experience! Not only the pastrami sandwiches are awesome. The complete place is amazing. Ok, it s crowded almost every time. But you don t have to wait very long. Don t lose the voucher you get at the entrance
It s authentic and honest. And Harry and Sally is definitely the last thing you ll think about. Enjoy your time at the Katz.

If you don't know. I'm here to tell you great famous NY Deli where the locals and celebs all go. Grab you ticket, go to a cutter and pick you pleasure. The food is the best I have meat being shipped to my house in Denver. Must go if your in Manhattan.....and don't let the line turn you away because Nobody eats where Nobody eats.

Service, food second to none in their business!! I have seen the prices rise through the years but the food and experience are worth it

I can not begin to describe how heartbroken I am from my last visit to Katz's. The atmosphere was chillingly dull and the service was not friendly or welcoming at all. It has lost all of it's charm, turning into some cartel run tourist trap. Thankfully the meat is still tasty, but for the value, I'd say go to any other deli in the city and you won't be as disappointed. The only thing still Jewish in this deli is the rye bread.

Absolutely amazing restaurant that is rich in history!

Still delicious. And expensive but worth every cent.

I've been making frequent visits here w/ family, friends, co-workers, but mostly on my own. The foods nothing short of amazing. Make sure to pop in & grab a pastrami sandwich if you have yet and enjoy.

A must if you visit NYC, It worth the long line you probably have to do. I don't recommend their own brand of beer.

Definitely one of my favorite places to go and eat great food. The place remains traditional and hasn't lost that old school feeling

First time I was here it was for the experience. Second time was for the food. This place is fkn delicious. It s not a tourist trap. It is a THIRST TRAP . You ll be back.
Get a reuben. Get extra pickles. Get some matzo ball soup. Don t let the scary deli guys intimidate you, they re sweeties! Enjoy this pic of me and my rubie.

The pastrami sandwiches are always AWESOME here and it's a great place to meet tourists from all over the world!! It's always busy but definitely worth the wait.

I grew up in NY, but have lived in SC for the last few decades. Every time I go back (most every year) I make sure to go to Katz's. If I don't have time to stop and eat there, I'll get a whole 5 or 6lb pastrami to take with me (and some knishes). The pastrami is so good, it'll make you weak in the knees at the first taste. If I can't get to NY, I'll have it shipped to me in SC. Yeah - it's that good!

Very good, moist flavorful Pastrami...., loved to watch the people, a must see while in New York City...friendly staff....

When Harry was ignored by waitstaff and left hungry

Katz is one of those New York institutions that is often imitated but never duplicated. We were there on a Friday late morning. They were serving breakfast and lunch. You re given a ticket when you enter and you need to hold in to it so they can track what you order. The counter is intimidating and overwhelming for first timers. It s easy to find yourself waiting in the wrong line. They have a variety of typical deli fare. Sandwiches can be shared. Try the latkes! If you re really trying to get the full experience, order a Dr. Brown s Cel-Ray soda. Rating four stars because it is a bit overpriced for some items.

Iconic New York Deli with a pastrami sandwich that melt in your mouth like "#meatbutter.

The wait to be seated is worth. Ask for the Half Pastrami and Soup.

What more can I say for this legendary spot. Food and service off the meter.

Best pastrami in the N.Y. Try it with cold local beer.

Hands down some of the best sandwhiched I've had. Some of the best beef too. My only gripe is the really high tourist price at $18-$22 per sandwhich on top of it being a cash only establishment.

It may be attractive to tourists but it's likely to be the best Reuben you've eaten in your life. A vital stop in your New York visit.

The hot pastrami sandwich was amazing and a must try. The matzo ball soup and the chocolate egg cream were also tasty. The decor is great too. However it is an expensive sandwich but worth trying at least once.

Just had a ridiculous huge pastrami sandwich, square knish and matzoh ball soup, everything was on point, super delicious and very filing. If it wasn't $50 each I would give 5 stars!!

Best Pastrami sandwich!! Don't expect a cheap sandwich, but the price is worth it - so much meat, so juicy. This place is all about expectations - an american deli with the best pastrami sandwich for a quite high price

Been coming here since 1978 and will be untill the end of my time i might have to order one to go love this place

Good food.. I'm vegan but opted to cheat for pastrami!

Absolutely lived up the hype. The pastrami was so juicy and tasty!

Best pastrami, worst roast beef, overpriced, overcrowded. $23 a sandwich. I think not.

Katz's is part if my life because I grew up in the LES, 1 block away. I try to get back there whenever possible, now that I live further away

Best corned beef sandwich ever. I'd recommend to share it with somebody , because it might be too big for one person.

Been comin here since my family moved 2 NY when I was 12 years old...I'm 41 now and nothin has changed but da price...I used 2 pay $8.50 for a sandwich dat could feed 5...Now it's almost $20 for a sandwich for 1, but who cares its only money we can't take with us...U want quality meats, u gotta pay 4 dat Keep em comin Katz

Visited after 9:00 on weekday mornings. I was able to eat slowly without being lined up. Pastrami sandwiches as well as pickled garnishes are also delicious!

Great food! prices are a little high but the quality is good.

Busy with tourists on a Saturday. Pastrami and corned beef was pretty good. Celery soda also very good, except for the HFCS. A little on the pricey side, but seemingly part of the NYC character.

Kosher style (not actually kosher) deli food that rocks! Can't get enough of this place.

If you go at the wrong time (if there ever is a wrong time) expect to wait for a while as the queue gets long especially if waiting to sit. But by Joe it's worth it!

Staff are friendly enough and the atmosphere is great. Sit and soak it all in.

Great food...served fats even though there was a huge line

Get the pastrami. Get the corn beef. Get a knish. Get a hot-dog. Get the french fries. There is literally not a single thing you CANNOT get that won't be amazing. It's the oldest deli in NYC for a reason.

The best corn beef. Placed hasn't change, still classically wonderful.

Pastrami!!!!! Really good. Brisket also really good.

So good. A little confusing where to go, which line is which. But so good.

Why did I pay $23.00 for an incredibly mediocre corned beef sandwich?

All the good you've heard about the place is true. Forget the fact there are tons of tourists, you are also one of them. Enjoy pastrami sandwich and pickles.

This place is so overrated. Food was gross and had a funny smell to it. Very overpriced for a sandwich. As for the service, the workers looked like they didn t even want to be there. One time only place.

Though the pastrami-sandwich is good and handsliced, it is not whorth over 20$, Im sorry.

Best management for large groups and foods are of course unquestionably amazing.

What can I say about Katz Delicatessen it is historical the meets are to die for you get the best of the best quality when it comes to the meat that they serve you never find any Delicatessen that can stand up to Katz. They give you large quantities of food which two people can or three people can eat off of one sandwich but trust me you're not going to want to share make them get their own

I was in and out in about 15 minutes. The big pastrami sandwich was about $25 but it's a big sandwich

If you are not pastrami fan...this place is not for you. It's so dry and greasy, and huge. If you're so into this place go at night to avoid crowds.

Since 1888, this establishment has been serving customers from all over the world. Katz's, that's all.

IT is a must have in New York especially the Pastrami Sandwich and the hot dogs

The pastrami is life-changing. Seriously, I now have a completely different expectation for how good pastrami can be.

Two of us split one sandwich and some cole slaw and it was still plenty of food. The cutter made the sandwich with a very generous portion of meat.

A fun experience and an exceptional sandwich.

Best corned beef on the planet! This place is so worth the wait. Once inside, you are given a ticket, and you get in one of the cutter lines. There, they slice your choice of meat and assemble your sandwich. The corned beef was fabulous. I will definitely go back next time I visit NYC!

Horrible food and service rude people... never again.

Is the reuben (get this instead of the regular pastrami sandwich) worth $20+? Probably not. But is it delicious? Absolutely. Pass on the fries.

It was like walking on set of a movie! The staff has so much personality you can't help but smile. Took my mom for the first time and sat at a table rather than counter service and she loved it she wants me to bring her back. Thank you to everyone there amazing team!

Come on an empty stomach, because the pastrami sandwiches here are sure to please!

A true NYC landmark...order at the counter and get a little treat while you wait for some of the best cured meat you have ever had... Walls adorned with photos of well-known figures and the "When Harry Met Sally" table clearly marked, a fun and tasty visit....