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: vegetarian, nut-free, kosher, high-protein, dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, pescatarian, sugar-free, low-fat, plant-based, high-fiber, weight-watchers, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, volumetrics, mayo-clinic
Currently open
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-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Stuffed Cabbage Roll - $14: Sweet & sour raisin gravy, rye Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Gefilte Fish - $14: Carrot, beet horseradish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Kosher, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat
- Kishka - $14: Stuffed derma, gravy Dietary tags: Kosher, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Fried Kreplach - $15: Fried onions Dietary tags: Kosher, Nut-Free
- Franks in a Jacket - $12: Cocktail franks in pastry Dietary tags: Nut-Free
Soups
- Old Fashioned Chicken Soup - $9: Noodles, carrots & chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Soup with Matzo Ball - $10: Noodles, carrots, chicken, matzo ball Dietary tags: High-Protein, Kosher, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Chicken Soup with Kreplach - $10: Noodles, carrots, chicken, kreplach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Kosher, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Soup of the Day - $10 Dietary tags: Volumetrics
Main Courses
- Hungarian Goulash - $30: Egg noodles, vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Beef Brisket Dinner - $34: Potato latke, apple sauce, vegetables, gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Corned Beef & Cabbage - $31: Braised cabbage with potato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Roumanian Steak - $42: Skirt steak, fried onions, vegetables, choice of side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Roasted Chicken Dinner - $28: Vegetable, side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Chicken In the Pot - $28: Chicken on the bone, chicken broth, matzo ball, noodles, carrot Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
Sandwiches
- Liebman's Famous Pastrami Sandwich - $25: On rye, served with coleslaw and pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Kosher, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Legendary Corned Beef Sandwich - $25: On rye, served with coleslaw and pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Reuben - $27: Pastrami or corned beef, sauerkraut, Russian dressing, toasted rye Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Classic Signature Combo - $29: Pastrami & corned beef, Russian dressing & coleslaw on rye Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sides
- Hand-cut Fries - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Potato Latkes - $12: Spiced applesauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Kasha Varnishkas - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Potato Kugel - $10: With gravy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Desserts
- Chocolate Babka - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian
- Rugelach - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian
- Black & White Cookie - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Apple Pie - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Dr. Brown's Soda - $3.5: Assorted flavors
- Chocolate Egg Cream - $7: U-bet, Elmhurst's Oat Milk, Seltzer
- Natalie's Orange Juice - $5
- Hot Coffee - $3