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Katz's Deli: Pastrami on Rye!
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  • Katz's Deli is a fabulous New York institution that dates back to 1888. While it is not glamorous, it is one of those must go places in New York for lunch - but make sure you are hungry. Their pastrami on rye is HUGE! Katz is also famous as being the location for "that" scene from 'When Harry Met Sally', and has also been used as a location for numerous other films. The walls are lined with photos of the owner with the various celebrities that have dined here.

    Drop by for a pastrami on rye - I like it with mustard - YUM - you won't be disappointed!!

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  • Theme: Deli
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: less expensive than average
  • Address: 205 East Houston, NYC 10002
  • Phone: 212-254-2246
  • Directions: On the corner of Houston & Ludlow Sts.
  • Website: http://www.katzdeli.com/

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    Katz's Deli: yes, ... Yes, .... YEESSS!!!!
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  • My fave deli for BIG pastrami or corned beef sandwiches. Two can get by on one sandwich they are so huge.Per the waitstaff (I agree): you shouldn't take it with you ... in other words, your sandwich is not nearly as good when reheated later, try & eat it all before you leave.Everyone has their fave NY Deli: Carnegie, 2nd Ave, etc. Katz is my favorite for both taste and location, and they stay open late (after 2am on weekends, see website). The sign out front says: - "Katz's, that's all" per Alan Dell the owner: “ This sign originated when Benny Katz hired the signmaker to make the sign,” Mr. Dell said. “The signmaker asked, ‘Well, what exactly do you want to have it say?’ and Benny said to the signmaker, ‘Katz’s, that’s all.’ Sure enough he painted that on the sign! ”Here's a good descriptive & current NYTimes piece on the Katz experience. NOTE: TICKET ALERT - when you enter they give you a "theater ticket" that you must redeem when you exit ( they do this to minimize theft ). Hang on to your little yellow 'theater' admission ticket, or you will have some esplanin' to do w/ the security guard on the way out.

    Hot Pastrami w mustard & horseradish. If I shoot the moon, I start with chopped liver, a pastrami & egg salad sandwich, then cheesecake with either cherry or strawberry topping. About $19 bucks for a sandwich & rootbeer (that's "tableservice" - it's a couple bucks cheaper if you get it yourself at the counter and sit at a middle table) Probably $30+ for all the above, but it's enough for 2 and imo some of the best you'll ever eat. Ess gesunt! Here's the menu

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  • Theme: Deli
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: 205 E. Houston, NYC 10002
  • Phone: 212-254-2246
  • Directions: Lower East side. On the corner of Houston & Ludlow Sts. Subway F or V: get off at Houston and 2nd Ave.
  • Website: http://www.katzdeli.com/

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    Katz's Deli: I'll Have What She's Having - Katz's Deli
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  • On New York City's Lower East Side, where Jewish pushcart peddlers once hawked their wares, is the deli to end all delis. You don't go to Katz's Delicatessen for elegant décor. You don't go for the service. You definitely don't go if you're on a diet. But if you're seeking authentic Jewish deli food that is truly New York, look no farther -- corned beef, pastrami, salami, and Nova Scotia Lox. Katz's operates on an unusual system. To enter the restaurant, you pass through a turnstile and take what looks like a raffle ticket from the cashier. The food is served cafeteria-style; you stand in line and give your ticket to the cooks when you order. They'll punch the ticket and hand over your food. When you're finished, just hand your ticket to the cashier and he'll ring up the bill. The atmosphere at Katz's Delicatessen is bright, bustling and no-nonsense. The décor is old fashioned without being quaint: salamis hanging from the ceiling, promotional food signs (circa 1960, judging from the color scheme) and autographed pictures of celebrities. There are letters of appreciation from several U.S. Presidents who stopped by for a nosh when they were in the neighborhood. And John Glenn requested Katz's Pastrami before his ride on the Space Shuttle. A bit of trivia for movie buffs: Katz's Delicatessen is where they filmed the famous deli scene in When Harry Met Sally ("I'll have what she's having!)

    Corned Beef Sandwich, Saurkraut, and Potato Knish

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  • Theme: Deli
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 205 E Houston St New York NY
  • Phone: (212) 254-2246
  • Directions: F, V at 2nd Ave Corner of Ludlow and Houston Street

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    Katz's Deli: When Harry Met Sally
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  • If you saw the movie "When Harry Met Sally", you might remember that scene in the diner. This is the diner! They have a strange system of ordering based on tickets which completly confused me. The food is reasonable though a bit over-priced. There are better and cheaper delis.

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  • Theme: Deli
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: 205 East Houston Street
  • Directions: Lower East Side

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    Katz's Deli: Great Sandwiches
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  • Love the food and the atomosphere, Katz's is worth going back to time and time again The size of the sandwiches can feed two - they are huge . Katz Deli is a good NYC experience. Also you can sit in the seat where Meg Ryan faked her orgasm in When Harry met Sally

    The pastrami sandwiches are superb.

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  • Theme: Deli
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 205 E. Houston, NYC 10002
  • Phone: 212-254-2246
  • Directions: On the corner of Houston & Ludlow Sts.

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    Katz's Deli: Katz's
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  • A very popular huge bar-restaurant specialized in Pastrami Sandwiches (Huge sandwiches, by the way).

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  • Theme: Local
  • Address: 205 East Houston St. (Corner of Ludlow St.).
  • Phone: (212) 254-2246-7

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    Katz's Deli: NYC History between 2 slices of rye bread
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  • This is Cheap Eats. Avg. Sandwich $9.00

    If you want to see a bit of old New York, head to Katz's. This is where I bring my friends from out-of-town. There is a system to ordering here. First, grab a meal ticket from the guy at the door and walk up to the long counter. Place your order, I recommend the Pastrami on Rye (all sandwiches are large enough to share). If you are not sure what to order, ask them for a sample (they will carve you a couple of slices). Also, make sure to tip them. You might receive some extra slices on your sandwich. Order a Dr. Browns Black Cherry Soda, then head to your table with a big bowl of pickles. They will mark your ticket and pay at the door when you leave. By the way, this is where the orgasm scene from When Harry Met Sally was filmed.

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  • Theme: Deli
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: less expensive than average
  • Directions: Located on the Lower East Side. 205 E.Houston St. at Ludlow St. Take the F train to 2nd Ave.
  • Other Contact: (212-254-2246)

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    Katz's Deli: Kat'z Deli
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  • Kat'z Deli A NYC institution. You've gotta try a deli sandwich while in the city.

    Pastrami, hand sliced, on Rye.

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  • Address: Houston and Ludlow, Lower East Side, Manhattan.

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    Katz's Deli: Pastrami time!
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  • Old sk00l deli near Houston and 2nd Avenue. The place serves all sorts of deli meats and beer! The place gets crowded at food intake times. Prepare to inhale. The portions are large and excellent. The pastrami sandwich is awesome. When you enter you are given a ticket, keep that ticket and show it to the people who give you food. This is your "receipt". Don't lose it. If you get to the cash and don't have it, it's a $50 USD minimum charge. Oh, yeah, and someone faked an orgasm here. I think it was Gilligan.

    Pastrami, turkey sandwiches.

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  • Theme: American
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: 205 E. Houston, NYC 10002
  • Phone: 212-254-2246
  • Directions: On the corner of Houston & Ludlow Sts.

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    Katz's Deli: Salami will travel!!!
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  • I recently traveled to Tibet and Mongolia. Concerned about the food I decided to take two Katz's salamis. For years (50) I remember reading the big sign in the dining hall to send a salami to the boys overseas. Well I figured I would just take a couple with me. If traveling for an extended time I recommend unwrapping the brown paper from the salami so it can breathe much like a good wine. I will always remember fondly one night in Mongolia sharing my Katz's salami with a number of Mongols along with some Tequila and Mongolian Vodka. The mongols were delighted with the salami.

    The traditional hot pastrami on rye with mustard, a potato knish and Dr. Browns Cream soda.

  • Theme: Deli
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Address: 205 E. Houston, NYC 10002
  • Phone: 212-254-2246
  • Directions: On the corner of Houston & Ludlow Sts.

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