Katz's Delicatessen – American
Stepping into this legendary Lower East Side institution feels like a journey back in time, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of slow-smoked brisket and the rhythmic thud of knives against wooden carving blocks. Towering piles of hand-sliced pastrami, glistening with spice and steam, are served on simple rye bread amidst a bustling sea of communal tables and neon-lit nostalgia. It is a sensory whirlwind of New York history, where every bite of tender, salt-cured meat captures a tradition that has remained unchanged for generations.
205, East Houston Street, New York, NY, 10002 +1-212-254-2246 https://www.katzsdelicatessen.comRating: 4.5/5 (49802 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, kosher, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 8:00 AM - 10:15 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 AM - 10:15 PM
What diners are saying
Diners universally celebrate this iconic NYC institution for its legendary, sky-high pastrami sandwiches, which are frequently described as juicy, smoky, and tender. While the experience is often chaotic and expensive—with sandwiches nearing $30—guests embrace the vibrant, old-school energy, enjoying the "show" of carvers hand-slicing meat and the communal seating that often leads to shared tables with strangers. Reviewers recommend navigating the unique ticket system carefully and suggest pairing the standout pastrami or corned beef with matzo ball soup, coleslaw, and pickles.
Menu
Katz's Favorites
Our most legendary items.
- Katz's Pastrami Sandwich - $28.95: Legendary for a reason. Dietary tags: Kosher
- Katz's Corned Beef Sandwich - $27.95: Slow-brined & hand-carved Dietary tags: Kosher
- Katz's Reuben - $29.95: Swiss, Kraut & Reuben dressing
- Katz's Brisket Sandwich - $27.95: Roasted in Grandma's gravy Dietary tags: Kosher
- Katz's Turkey Sandwich - $27.95: Hot, moist and tender Dietary tags: Kosher
- Half Sandwich with Matzoh Ball Soup - $24.95: Select sandwich type Dietary tags: Kosher
- Katz's Sandwich Package for 2 - $80: Katz's best for two hungry NY'ers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Hot Sandwiches
Classic hot deli sandwiches.
- Katz's Knoblewurst Sandwich Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Katz's Reuben Combo Sandwich
Cold Sandwiches
- Tongue Sandwich Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Kosher, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Hard Salami Sandwich
- Soft Salami Sandwich
- Roast Beef Sandwich
- Egg Salad Sandwich Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Chicken Salad Sandwich
- Tuna Salad Sandwich Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Bologna Sandwich
- Chopped Liver Sandwich Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Liverwurst Sandwich
Combos & Packages
Meal packages and half-sandwich combos.
- Katz's Sandwich Package for 3-4 Dietary tags: Macrobiotic
- Katz's Sandwich Package for 4-6 Dietary tags: Macrobiotic
- Half Sandwich with Chicken Noodle Soup
- Half Sandwich with Split Pea Soup
- Half Sandwich with House Salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Soups & Sides
Traditional sides and soups.
- Matzoh Ball Soup - $9.95: Second-best to your Bubbe's Dietary tags: Kosher
- Chicken Noodle Soup Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Split Pea Soup Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Potato Latkes - $16.95: With applesauce & sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Square Potato Knish - $7.95: Classic golden brown potato goodness. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Round Knish: Choose flavor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Steak Fries
- Potato Salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Macaroni Salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Tossed Green Salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cole Slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Vegetarian Baked Beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Kishka (stuffed derma) Dietary tags: Kosher, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Noodle Kugel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian
- Gravy - 8 oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Grill & Noshes
- Frankfurter - $5.95: Our all-beef hot dog, the best in NYC Dietary tags: Kosher
- Knoblewurst Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Katz's Cheesesteak
- Hamburger Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Cheeseburger Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Kids Burger Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
- Kids Cheeseburger Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Platters
- Hot Open Faced Sandwich Plate Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Dinner Platter Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Three Meat Platter Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Egg Salad Platter Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Tuna Salad Platter Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Salad Platter Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Desserts
- NY Cheesecake - $7.95: Creamy and sinful. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Babka Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rugelach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Black & White Cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Katz's Water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Katz's Seltzer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Dr. Brown's Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Lemonade
- Iced Tea
- Canned Soda - Pepsi products Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Breakfast
- Hot Tea
- Bagel & Cream Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bagel, Lox & Cream Cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Oversized Omelet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
Packaged Items
Meats by the pound and pantry items.
- Hot Pastrami by the pound Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Hot Corned Beef by the pound Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Hot Brisket by the pound
- Hot Turkey by the pound Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Pastrami by the Pound (Sealed & Frozen) Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Corned Beef by the Pound (Sealed & Frozen) Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Brisket by the Pound (Sealed & Frozen)
- Turkey by the Pound (Sealed & Frozen) Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Full Sour Pickles - 1 Quart Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Half Sour Pickles - 1 Quart Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Deli Mustard - 8 oz jar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Reuben Dressing - 8 oz jar
- Sauerkraut - 8 oz jar Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Chopped Liver by the lb Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Nova Lox - by the 1/2 lb Dietary tags: Kosher, Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Deli Rye Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
Frequently Asked Questions about Katz's Delicatessen
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- With a 4.5/5 rating, customers celebrate legendary pastrami sandwiches and vibrant energy despite the chaotic atmosphere and expensive pricing.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Katz's Delicatessen has an overall average rating of 4.5/5, reflecting high customer satisfaction for its iconic American deli offerings.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Steak Fries accommodate vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, while the Egg Salad Platter is high-protein, vegetarian, and dairy-free.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan and gluten-free options include Steak Fries, while the restaurant also offers various keto and low-carb menu selections.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Katz's Delicatessen by visiting their official website at https://www.katzsdelicatessen.com for more information and inquiries.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Katz's Delicatessen offers a casual dining experience characterized by communal seating, a chaotic atmosphere, and a unique ticket system.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided information for Katz's Delicatessen does not include the restaurant's specific hours of operation.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the legendary pastrami sandwich, corned beef sandwich, Reuben, brisket sandwich, and half sandwich with matzoh ball soup.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- Katz's Delicatessen has a total of 49,802 reviews, which are summarized by an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Reviewers describe the 4.5/5 rated experience as chaotic with communal seating and shared tables, suggesting a vibrant rather than intimate atmosphere.
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