Katz's Delicatessen

About

Iconic nyc deli, famous for huge, shareable pastrami sandwiches.

Why go

• An institution with a unique ordering process and a live show of meat slicing
• A rite of passage and flavor adventure

Must try

• Pastrami on rye sandwich
• Reuben sandwich
• Corned beef sandwich
• Pickles
• Hot dog

Pro tips

• Tip your cutter for samples and more meat
• Go early or late to avoid long lines
• Get a ticket upon entry
• Come at night to skip the line
• Share a sandwich, they're huge

Good to know

• Lose your ticket and pay $50 fee
• Not halal
• Cash only on weekends

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Rating

4.5 / 5 (51257 reviews)

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