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Katz's Deli
205 E Houston Street
New York City, NY 10002-1098
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#171 of 6,760 restaurants in New York City
  • Cuisines: Diner, Delicatessen, Kosher, Eclectic, International
  • Price range*: $1-$20
  • Neighborhood: Lower East Side
  • Recommended For: Child-friendly, Delivery
  • Address: 205 E Houston Street, New York City, NY 10002-1098
  • Phone:  (212) 254-2246
  • Fax:  (212) 674-3270
  • Website: http://www.katzdeli.com/
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“Less hype - more pastrami.”
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3 of 5 stars
HostaLover 8 contributions
Virginia
Jul 13, 2009

Katz was a disappointment. Thinking we would get a big, overstuffed sandwich, we ordered one hot pastrami on rye to share. My 'half' was a couple of layers of excellent tasting and tender pastrami, but far from being overstuffed....it was just a regular sized sandwich. I enjoyed my 'half' but next time, if there is a next time, I wouldn't... more

“Best Pastrami in NYC.”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 2, 2009

Best Pastrami in NYC. more

“Great sandwich”
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3 of 5 stars
tangsoodo_edan 2 contributions
chicago,Ill
Jun 30, 2009

If you want a great sandwich go to Katz Deli. It will be a large sandwich but worth it. more

“A Classic New York City Deli”
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5 of 5 stars
CJTravelerTexas 126 contributions
Texas
Jun 28, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I found my visit to Katz's Deli a satisfying experience. The pastrami on rye with swiss was excellent; too, I found the service to be friendly and helpful. The servings are overwhelming large and well prepared. When I visited Katz's I took two friends who were on their first trip to New York City. They thoroughly enjoyed their visit to... more

“Waaaaaay Past any Prime it Might Once of Had - Hideous”
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1 of 5 stars
John-Six 2 contributions
Amsterdam
Jun 26, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

This place was once famous, but it is absolutely terrible on every single level now. Dirty, depressing and surly in atmosphere, you will feel like an idiot as you look at smiling pictures of celebrities who once came here, as you eat the most appalling food in all of NYC. DO NOT waste your precious time here. It's nice when... more

“Like stepping into a...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 26, 2009

Like stepping into a 50's deli - time doesn't seem to passed since then. Hardly any service but the pastrami was excellent and the atmosphere during lunch makes up for any possible shortcomings. Great for watching people too. more

“Better for lunch than for breakfast”
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3 of 5 stars
momtero 6 contributions
Holly Springs, NC
Jun 22, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

My teen daughter and I just got back from NYC and after arriving in GCT at 9 am took the 6 subway straight down to Bleeker St. and walked to Katz's for breakfast. Got there about 9:30. There are only a few items available for breakfast - a $6.95 special of eggs, pancakes, or french toast, a few "omelets" (with... more

“AVOID AVOID AVOID”
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1 of 5 stars
eradna_83 11 contributions
Co Down
Jun 6, 2009

Overrated, over priced (sandwich $16-30!!!) staff were not helpful and I think they feel they do not have to try because of the hollywood connection to the deli. A complete waste of time and money...the menu focuses around huge mounds of corn beef and pickles. more

“Just a bunch of Hype”
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3 of 5 stars
equinoxwrp 2 contributions
equinoxwrp
Jun 4, 2009

Went to Katz after several friends suggested going, in which they stated they have amazing Pastrami and Corn Beef Sandwiches (which are my favorite) and that they are Huge. Sandwiches were a good size - possible to share, but SUPER SALTY. Also, a single sandwich and can soda came out to $20 without the tip- way over priced in my... more

“Delicious pastrami sandwich- Classic NY Deli”
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5 of 5 stars
ARDiaz 11 contributions
San Juan, Puerto Rico
May 28, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

My husband and I went to Katz's after learning about it in Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations tv show "Dissappearing Manhattan", about classic NY restaurants like this one that has been around for 120 years. Kat's was recommended for its pastrami sandwich, which is exactly what we ate when we visited. IT WAS DELICIOUS!!!! A real taste of classic NY. What... more

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Katz's Deli Address

205 E Houston Street, New York City, NY 10002-1098
Tel: (212) 254-2246 Fax: (212) 674-3270
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.