Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen – Middle Eastern
Stepping into this storied deli feels like a warm embrace from the past, where the comforting steam from bowls of golden matzo ball soup mingles with the savory, nostalgic aroma of schmaltz and spices. The bustling space hums with a timeless energy as diners tuck into plates of rich chopped liver, crispy fried kreplach, and tender stuffed cabbage, offering a soulful taste of tradition that honors the very heart of classic kosher cooking.
552 West 235th Street https://liebmansdeli.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
Dairy-Free at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen in New York has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Gefilte Fish and Fried Kreplach. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen in New York has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Roumanian Steak and Gefilte Fish. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen in New York has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rugelach, Soup of the Day and Gefilte Fish. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen in New York has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rugelach, Roumanian Steak and Gefilte Fish. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen in New York has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen in New York has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Roumanian Steak and Hand-cut Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen in New York has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day and Gefilte Fish. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen in New York has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Kreplach, Franks in a Jacket and Hand-cut Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Soup with Matzo Ball | 93.8 g | 53.8 g |
| Chicken Soup with Kreplach | 38.1 g | 44.3 g |
| Roumanian Steak | 12.5 g | 44.3 g |
| Chopped Chicken Liver | 216 g | 38 g |
| Chicken In the Pot | 100.1 g | 28.9 g |
| Rugelach | 0 g | 20.9 g |
| Stuffed Cabbage Roll | 27.2 g | 18.6 g |
| Gefilte Fish | 0 g | 18.6 g |
| Beef Brisket Dinner | 18.6 g | 17.6 g |
| Reuben | 23.1 g | 16.1 g |
| The Classic Signature Combo | 30.9 g | 14.7 g |
| Roasted Chicken Dinner | 26.5 g | 13.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate the high-quality food and generous portions, often noting that the menu offers a variety of impressive options worth returning for. Guests frequently praise the welcoming and knowledgeable service, which pairs perfectly with the comfortable setting to create a memorable and inviting atmosphere.
Menu
Appetizers
- Chopped Chicken Liver - $18: Tomato, red onion, onion marmalade, rye Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Cabbage Roll - $14: Sweet & sour raisin gravy, rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gefilte Fish - $14: Carrot, beet horseradish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kishka - $14: Stuffed derma, gravy Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Kreplach - $15: Fried onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Franks in a Jacket - $12: Cocktail franks in pastry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Old Fashioned Chicken Soup - $9: Noodles, carrots & chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Soup with Matzo Ball - $10: Noodles, carrots, chicken, matzo ball Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Soup with Kreplach - $10: Noodles, carrots, chicken, kreplach Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $10 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Hungarian Goulash - $30: Egg noodles, vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Brisket Dinner - $34: Potato latke, apple sauce, vegetables, gravy Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corned Beef & Cabbage - $31: Braised cabbage with potato Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roumanian Steak - $42: Skirt steak, fried onions, vegetables, choice of side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chicken Dinner - $28: Vegetable, side Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken In the Pot - $28: Chicken on the bone, chicken broth, matzo ball, noodles, carrot Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Liebman's Famous Pastrami Sandwich - $25: On rye, served with coleslaw and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Legendary Corned Beef Sandwich - $25: On rye, served with coleslaw and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $27: Pastrami or corned beef, sauerkraut, Russian dressing, toasted rye Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Classic Signature Combo - $29: Pastrami & corned beef, Russian dressing & coleslaw on rye Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Hand-cut Fries - $10 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Latkes - $12: Spiced applesauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Kasha Varnishkas - $12 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Kugel - $10: With gravy Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Chocolate Babka - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Rugelach - $7 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Black & White Cookie - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Apple Pie - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Beverages
- Dr. Brown's Soda - $3.5: Assorted flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Egg Cream - $7: U-bet, Elmhurst's Oat Milk, Seltzer Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Natalie's Orange Juice - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Hot Coffee - $3
Frequently Asked Questions about Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen
- Is Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Gefilte Fish and Fried Kreplach.
- What can I eat at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen on a dairy-free diet?
- Soup of the Day, Gefilte Fish and Fried Kreplach carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fried Kreplach and Franks in a Jacket.
- Is Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen?
- Chicken Soup with Matzo Ball, at roughly 53.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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