Katz's Delicatessen Reviews
Katz's Delicatessen has an overall rating of 4.4 based on 92 reviews. Customer feedback on Katz's Delicatessen is mixed: Katz's Delicatessen reviewers highlight positive aspects like delicious pastrami sandwiches, friendly staff, iconic New York atmosphere, generous portion sizes, which strongly appeal to food enthusiasts, tourists, deli lovers, locals. However, Katz's Delicatessen is often criticized for its long wait times, high prices, crowded seating, inconsistent service.
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william1997
May 24, 2026
"The pastrami at Katz’s was seriously so good…"
The pastrami at Katz’s was seriously so good. It was super tender, like I barely had to chew, and the slices were nice and thick without being tough. The brisket was really soft too, but still had a little bite to it in a good way. Yeah, it’s definitely pricey, but the meat was cooked right, so I wasn’t mad about it.
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MildredMcintire
May 17, 2026
"Such a cool old-school spot"
I really loved the old-school vibe here. Places with this kind of feel are always the best, and this one totally had that charm that makes you want to hang around a little longer.
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arthur.Buster
May 14, 2026
"I ordered from katzsdelicatessen.com after hearing so much..."
I ordered from katzsdelicatessen.com after hearing so much about their sandwiches, so I was excited to try it. The sandwich tasted fine, it wasn’t bad or nothing, but for the price I thought it would be bigger.
It didn’t really feel like a full meal to me, which was disappointing. Maybe I just didn’t get the best one, but I can’t say I wouldn’t think twice before ordering again
It didn’t really feel like a full meal to me, which was disappointing. Maybe I just didn’t get the best one, but I can’t say I wouldn’t think twice before ordering again
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hello_rita014
May 13, 2026
"Didnt disappoint"
Everything tasted really fresh and the delivery showed up quick. Id definitely order from here again
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hello_angel368
May 12, 2026
"Went to Katz’s on our first…"
Went to Katz’s on our first trip to New York it lived up to the hype. It was packed and a little chaotic when we walked in, and I’ll admit I almost wanted to leave at first. But we stuck it out, and I’m glad we did. The pastrami sandwich was massive and seriously good. Definitely feels like one of those classic tourist spots you have to try at least once.
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hello_miguel736
May 11, 2026
"Totally Worth the Pastrami Craving"
I’d been craving a really good pastrami sandwich, so I finally ordered from Katz’s to see if it lived up to the hype. When it showed up, I could tell right away this wasn’t some sad, thin deli meat situation. The slices were thick, tender, smoky, and somehow still soft without being dry at all. I took the first bite and just kind of nodded to myself like, okay, yeah, this is the real deal. It’s definitely not the cheapest meal, but I didn’t feel like I got ripped off either. For the quality and the portion, I’d absolutely order it again.
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ChristineRandell_44
May 10, 2026
"The staff came across as really nice and…"
The staff came across as really nice and the overall vibe was pleasant, but it did take a bit longer than I expected to get help. Not a bad experience, just felt like the service could’ve been a little quicker
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ToddReyes_68
May 05, 2026
"Decent food, but the wait was too much"
I was expecting a straightforward meal, but the wait ended up being almost an hour, which was way longer than I had in mind. The food itself was fine once it finally came out, but by then I was already kind of frustrated, so it definitely took away from the experience
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RodneyLahr
May 03, 2026
"Felt Rushed and Left Without Much Clarity"
I felt rushed by the staff during my visit. I was charged, but I didn’t really get any clear update or explanation, which was a bit concerning. It just felt like they were trying to move me along quickly instead of taking the time to address things properly.
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tenaterrill2136
April 30, 2026
"Blame This Place for the NYC Nostalgia"
I loved the old-school feel here. The walls, the photos, all the noise, it just feels like you’re sitting in a piece of real NYC history. It’s not fancy at all, but that’s kind of why it works. I’d totally go back just for the vibe, so yeah, I blame them for making me want to hang around longer than planned.
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mauro1993
April 30, 2026
"Seriously Tasty"
I was surprised by how good this was. The flavor is crazy tasty and really hits the spot. Definitely something I’d get again.
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angel-Tucker
April 27, 2026
"Super Easy Ordering"
I had a really smooth experience placing my order. I found what I was looking for quickly, the checkout process was easy, and my confirmation came through right away. No issues at all.
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James-smyth
April 22, 2026
"It arrived fresh and was packed really…"
It arrived fresh and was packed really well, which I definitely appreciated because I hate dealing with messy deliveries. I got it for myself and to share, but i was glad everyone loved it because I picked it out.
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mike_Johnke92
April 21, 2026
"Great birthday order for my dad"
I ordered from Katz’s Delicatessen for my dad’s birthday i was a little nervous about the shipping because… you just never know with food delivery. But it arrived right when they said it would, still cold, and everything looked exactly how it should. No leaks, no delays, nothing missing. So yeah, I was really relieved. It made the whole thing easy, and I’d definitely order again
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RichardAbraham
April 16, 2026
"Good Meat, Bread Could’ve Been Better"
I ordered from Katz’s and the meat was good, no complaints there. The bread, though, didn’t seem super fresh to me. It was kind of dry, almost like it had been sitting out for a while. Overall it still tasted okay, but for the price I guess I was expecting something more like... well, just better. I’d maybe give it another try, but hopefully the bread is fresher next time.
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charles.Lincoln
April 16, 2026
"Expensive, but I think it was worth it"
I’ll admit, I hesitated a bit when I saw the price and wondered if I was making a mistake. But the sandwich was seriously huge. My wife and I split one pastrami and somehow still left feeling full. Maybe it’s just NYC pricing messing with my expectations, but i’d probably pay for it again.
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richard-Lynn
April 16, 2026
"A bit hit or miss on cleanliness"
The place was busy, so I get that things can get hectic. The food was fine overall, but the cleanliness was kind of hit or miss. Our table felt a little sticky, and the floor looked like it could’ve used a quick sweep. Not a terrible experience, but I was hoping it would feel a bit cleaner.
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MichaelFineran
April 10, 2026
"Classic deli feel with solid pastrami"
This place has that old-school deli energy, loud, busy, and a little chaotic, but in a way that kind of works if you’re in the mood for it. I wouldn’t come here for a quiet, relaxed lunch, but for a classic deli stop, it hits the mark. The pastrami tasted legit and had that feel of a spot locals actually come back to.
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Ellen.wang
March 22, 2026
"Good food, but I’m a little less sure now"
Everything tasted fresh and was packed well. The pastrami was still juicy, the bread was soft, and the pickles had a nice crunch. I don’t have complaints about the food itself, but after a few mixed experiences lately, I’m starting to feel a little less confident ordering again without wondering if it’ll be as good next time
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michael.Bashaw
March 03, 2026
"Good in spots, but the wording felt a little misleading"
I was excited to try the corned beef because the way it was described made it sound like it was going to be amazing. But for me, it was kind of hit or miss. A few slices were tender and had nice flavor, but other parts were dry and way saltier than I expected. It wasn’t terrible or anything, but the wording made it seem like a premium, can’t-miss kind of thing, and for the price, I didn’t really feel like it lived up to that. Maybe I just caught it on an off day.
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