Eating at Katz’s Deli. The Most Famous Restaurant in NYC with some of the Best Pastrami

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  • Опубликовано: 23 дек 2024

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  • @billycarroll9153
    @billycarroll9153 Год назад +47

    Another stellar review James. Your straightforward honesty is so refreshing.
    Being a local I have watched the prices steadily increase over the years, but in NYC, what hasn’t gone up? If you’re going to indulge, it should be from the best there is. Katz all the way.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +8

      Thank you! Yeah, I agree! It's expensive, but one is paying for, what I think is one of the best sandwiches in NYC.

    • @txt4r
      @txt4r 9 месяцев назад +2

      @@JamesnuI appreciate your blunt honesty
      ( many others beat around the bush and never share their true feeling
      being honest is a rare quality nowadays )

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  9 месяцев назад +1

      @@txt4r Thank you so much!

  • @NBZW
    @NBZW Год назад +5

    In 1954, 55. With many deli’s too choose from Katz’s was absolutely the best of the best. Being in uniform at the time we were always treated to something a bit extra , lovely people serving wonderful food....Thank God for Katz’s.❤

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Nice! It seems like Katz's was always a special place in their long history.

  • @johncornell3665
    @johncornell3665 7 дней назад +2

    Katz's is on my bucket list to try their pastrami sandwiches. Thanks James

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  7 дней назад +1

      It's definitely worth a visit. Thanks for watching!

  • @TeslaFanL33T
    @TeslaFanL33T Год назад +105

    I didn't really like the customer experience of Katz if I'm being honest. There were loads of lines without much explanation of what was going on. I think it's fine if you have been there before, but the first time going to Katz was a bit overwhelming. The staff made me feel like an idiot for not knowing the ordering process.

    • @NoahEats
      @NoahEats Год назад +22

      This is why we watch RUclips :) New Yorkers can be rough especially when it's busy.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +20

      I know what you mean. I was intimated when I went there for the first time as well. I think it's important to know a little what to expect before going into the restaurant. The way how it operates is certainly unique.

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Год назад +8

      The staff can be nice if it’s not busy. I once walked in drunk during a slow time and was complimenting one of the staff members about their great hotdogs and he admitted to me that he eats lots of them too

    • @SfoglinoNASA
      @SfoglinoNASA Год назад +11

      All of that is part of the deli experience. So when you go next time you feel like a boss because you know how things work. ❤

    • @jonnieinbangkok
      @jonnieinbangkok Год назад +1

      Maybe you need to be a hew 🤔

  • @gregsalinas9741
    @gregsalinas9741 Год назад +7

    Enjoy your videos. Man you are living the best life. You can genuinely tell you take a special kind of pride in work.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Yeah, food and going out to restaurants is my favorite thing!

    • @akuhappy3246
      @akuhappy3246 6 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@Jamesnuah that is my hobbies too, but it hurt my wallet condition 😂

  • @Galactic123
    @Galactic123 Год назад +39

    Lived in NYC for over 35 years and yes Katz's is full of tourists but it's one of the few NYC "Tourist traps" that actually live up to their hype and are still frequented by a lot of locals.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +4

      Definitely!

    • @jamesjacson
      @jamesjacson 11 месяцев назад +2

      must visit

    • @lidarman2
      @lidarman2 11 месяцев назад +1

      "Worth the ticket!" Must be awkward when you get the people doing the fake Os at 'I'll have what she had" table

    • @Superplatanoman
      @Superplatanoman 11 месяцев назад +1

      every time im that area of the lower east side, i have o check it.

    • @Abefroman-lq3md
      @Abefroman-lq3md 4 месяца назад

      Dirty hole with disgusting, overpriced, greasy food. Dont start me on the filthy toilets and ignorant staff. I actually hit one the last time I was in. Peasant had the cheek to push me when I accidentally stood in his way. Needless to say I left without paying. My friend was a cop and he flashed the badge. Funny how half the staff fled. Probably illegal immigrants.

  • @hoppysport2872
    @hoppysport2872 Год назад +19

    A superlative review, production and presentation. I live 20 blocks away from Katz's so I often takeout. I agree with your review. And I always avoid fries at restaurants. More often than not I'm disappointed.
    The price of pastrami is crazy. For comfort I like the 2nd Avenue Deli...and their pastrami is superb. Sarge's is also great, with some comfy booths. Pastrami Queen isn't very comfy, but great pastrami.
    You're so right about Hometown. Incredible food...but really expensive and a pain to get to. Their brisket is spectacular...and they have the best BBQ Sauce I've ever had.
    In the end, if you eat in, Katz's is the gold standard. And they give a lot of great pickles...no need for a side. Pastrami and pickles, nothing better.
    A final note on Katz's. Their seedless rye bread leaves a lot to be desired. Same as 2nd Avenue Deli. Hot pastrami needs to be inside caraway seed rye.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +4

      Thank you! Yeah, they're definitely a lot of other great spots in NYC for pastrami. I agree! I feel like for a lot of places the bread in a pastrami sandwich is such an afterthought. Of course, the meat is the most important part, but good bread can really make a difference.

    • @hoppysport2872
      @hoppysport2872 Год назад +1

      @@Jamesnu Additionally, that's a beautiful Orient Bambino!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      @@hoppysport2872 Good eye! Thank you! I love that watch!

    • @mikeymutual5489
      @mikeymutual5489 Год назад +2

      It was obvious that he was BSing about the bread. It didn't even look good.

    • @brakesforsnakes757
      @brakesforsnakes757 11 месяцев назад +1

      100% agree! Rye bread without seeds is not rye bread.

  • @vinquinn
    @vinquinn Год назад +8

    I worked in lower Manhattan and used to come here occasionally for lunch. This was around 1960. Not so pricey then and they even had schmaltz (chicken fat) on the tables to replace butter if you were doing kosher. Still looks about the same inside.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +2

      Nice! I'm happy that they've preserved the look of the restaurant.

  • @joannkelly7994
    @joannkelly7994 16 дней назад +1

    Looked so good. Thank you for sharing. Stay blessed,

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  16 дней назад

      Thank you for watching!

  • @joseph2707
    @joseph2707 Год назад +3

    Excellent video. Well-considered and thoughtful analysis.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you so much!

  • @thenext9537
    @thenext9537 11 месяцев назад +1

    Love it! I was there in Oct 2023, got there at 2:15p, barely a line. 2 pastramis on rye, motz, pickles, a couple beers. Was AMAZING. I've had a ton of pastrami and nothing like that! Yea it's like 27$ a sandwhich, but you literally could share one with someone since the two halves are like two whole sandwhiches. Especially if trying other items.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 месяцев назад

      Nice! I'm glad that you had a good experience!

  • @SwanseaBoi
    @SwanseaBoi Год назад +16

    Excellent camera work, James, in what must have been a challenging environment to film in given how busy Katz is. Sandwich looked delicious - brill review pal.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Yeah, it was pretty hectic inside, but I've been there when it was much worse.

  • @renesagahon4477
    @renesagahon4477 Год назад +3

    Everything in this video,is so mouthwatering … thanks for posting

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thanks for watching!

    • @renesagahon4477
      @renesagahon4477 Год назад +1

      @@Jamesnu another new happy subscriber 🎉😋!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      @@renesagahon4477 Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

  • @bb57365
    @bb57365 Год назад +4

    First time I want was in the 90’s looks like it hasn’t changed a bit. You have to love places like this. A true gem. 🥪

  • @JHoisin
    @JHoisin Год назад +4

    The iconic Katzs! Steak fries are one of my favorite cuts, sad to see they fell short this time, great video as always!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Yeah, it just wasn't my day with the fries, but I've seen them looking better during past visits.

  • @uaeats
    @uaeats Год назад +6

    Agreed that everyone should try Katz's at least once in their lives. It's hard to beat!

    • @NoahEats
      @NoahEats Год назад +1

      It would be great to put Langers and Katz side by side and do a blind taste test!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Absolutely! It's an icon of NYC!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Indeed! That would be great!

  • @zachatendido7676
    @zachatendido7676 Год назад +3

    amazing review. i appreciate that you include the price and the tip. can't wait to try Katz's.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Yeah, I always include the price and a lot of other details so hopefully it can help others out who also want to go to the restaurant.

  • @1957DLT
    @1957DLT Год назад +4

    We live on the West Coast, but every time we make a trip to NYC we go for a Katz's pastrami sandwich. It's the one and only...and man my mouth even started watering when I saw the pickles.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      I understand that. The sandwich is amazing!

  • @Jorr235
    @Jorr235 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you for this review. Never been there but I crave a good pastrami sandwich everyday.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Месяц назад

      Thanks for watching!

  • @vanessazannis5523
    @vanessazannis5523 Год назад +6

    They use to have a small section of tables set aside for full table service with waiters taking your order if you didn’t want to stand in line. Great place! I always find it very friendly.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +2

      They still have waiter service, but I've never tried it. It's nice that the option is there.

  • @PatriciaRoggero
    @PatriciaRoggero Год назад +3

    Look forward to all your reviews thank you I love Katz"s

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you so much! I love Katz's too!

  • @kevin7151
    @kevin7151 Год назад +4

    Nice review James. Katz is indeed a landmark. As a lifetime NYer, glad to see it has survived through the ages.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you! Indeed! Katz's is practically a symbol of NYC.

  • @mariamjaziri6719
    @mariamjaziri6719 6 месяцев назад +1

    Looks delicious, thank you for sharing

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  6 месяцев назад

      It was really good! Thank you for watching!

  • @johnwepasnick8991
    @johnwepasnick8991 2 дня назад +1

    As allways loved the post,never been there but have gone to shparos in indenapolis,very similar format,excellant food,love to see a comparison from you,keep up the good reviews,have a very blessed Christmas.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  2 дня назад +1

      Thank you so much! I actually went to Shapiro's once a long time ago and I liked it!

  • @dougreinecker7845
    @dougreinecker7845 11 месяцев назад +1

    We visited my son and family at Brooklyn in August of 2023. They order from Katz’s and had it delivered. The best corn beef and pastrami.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 месяцев назад

      Nice!

  • @HuskerIsNumberOne
    @HuskerIsNumberOne Год назад +4

    I went to NYC with a friend back in July, first time going to Katz deli. The line to get in was long at about 2-2:30 on a weekday which was surprising to me. As we were waiting in line, one of the locals told us that if we tip them good, the person cutting up your food will give you more samples of the meats and that is true. Gave the guy a $10 tip and he gave me three slabs of pastrami. I normally don't waste food but the food was so good, I couldn't even finish my meal. Very much worth the trip to Katz deli!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Nice! Yeah, Katz's in the summer is the time when the lines are probably the longest, but you're right, it's worth it!

    • @Mkayexplores
      @Mkayexplores Год назад

      But that's like buying some meat for an additional $10. Tipping at a self serve restaurant where the staff is rude, long lines and they ask for TIPS. that's just ridiculous, tipping culture is insane

    • @HuskerIsNumberOne
      @HuskerIsNumberOne Год назад

      @@Mkayexplores staff at Katz were not rude with me and they didn’t ask for tips.

  • @brodypilcher3643
    @brodypilcher3643 Год назад +3

    Man that does look good…glad you did this one and it’s def on the menu for when I ever make it that way…good job buddy

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Yeah, that sandwich was amazing!

  • @jasonibiza7993
    @jasonibiza7993 Год назад +2

    Great review video! Good shots and precise descriptions... keep it up!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you so much!

  • @s_przybylowicz
    @s_przybylowicz Год назад +7

    I don't know how I didn't realize that Katz's was part of When Harry Met Sally before this video. Great review and looks like an incredible sandwich!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +2

      Thank you! It's a great sandwich and that was a good movie!

  • @eddie_d1233
    @eddie_d1233 Месяц назад +2

    When we worked in the meat market area, my friend, Cathy, and I would go there a couple of times a year for lunch, and (Yikes!) we shared one sandwich. So much meat! So mouth watering!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Месяц назад

      Nice! Yeah, it's a lot of food!

  • @markharty9772
    @markharty9772 Год назад +4

    Thanks extremely cute boy! I lived right across the street from Katz's in the bad old good old days of the 80's. It was a great place to pop in for hardy faire or simply to run for protection. I enjoyed the walk down memory lane and so much enjoy watching the happiness on your face when you consume your meals. BTW, I LOVE overdone fries! It's a delicacy that you haven't acquired a taste for as of yet. Cheers!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Yeah, I know some people really enjoy the taste, but it's just not how I prefer my fries.

  • @Ali-kj9zs
    @Ali-kj9zs Год назад +2

    Hi.Katz's food is very good & by skill.thanks

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you for watching!

  • @LMays-cu2hp
    @LMays-cu2hp Год назад +2

    Thank you for sharing a cool restaurant there in NY.😊

    • @LMays-cu2hp
      @LMays-cu2hp Год назад +1

      😂 Hahaha!! You made laugh!! For me ketchup is always a nice sauce to help eating 🍟 fries.😊😊

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thanks for watching!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Ketchup probably would've helped those fries a bit.

    • @LMays-cu2hp
      @LMays-cu2hp Год назад

      @@Jamesnu You are welcome. 😂 Hahaha!! Thanks, yes, some sort of sauce backup with great sandwiches!!

  • @Hollis_has_questions
    @Hollis_has_questions Год назад +2

    When I was just a little girl, my Grandma Sadie, who lived on the Lower East Side, would buy me a huge garlic sour pickle for 10¢ from the brine-filled barrels at the sidewalk vendors. And jars of sour pickled green tomatoes. That was the candy of my childhood. They were so sour the memory of them still makes my mouth water. But they weren't crisp, like they are today. They were sink-your-teeth-in soft and luscious.
    Also when I was a kid, rye bread was a lot sturdier. It had a thin hard shiny crust. It was never seedless, it was chock-full of my belovèd caraway seeds. It never ever disintegrated while I was eating a sandwich, like bread does today.
    So several years back I continued my traditional no-turkey-for-Thanksgiving ritual by ordering online from Katz's Deli. I got pastrami, a half loaf of rye bread, bagels, bialys, kishke, sour garlic pickles and pickled green tomatoes, and their deli mustard. I made my own egg creams to go with.
    The rye bread was dry and fell apart; besides which, it was soft like Wonder Bread and didn't have that hard shiny crust. It barely had caraway seeds! The bagels were, weirdly, sweet and had a cakey texture.
    The pickles weren't sour, and they weren't soft. THEY WERE CRUNCHY!?!?! The pastrami tasted watered down, not as powerfully flavorful as it used to, but lots fattier.
    The kishke was okay, but it didn't have the finger-licking goodness of yesteryear. It was bland. Maybe it was inferior schmaltz or using beef casing instead of goose neck skin? Idk.
    The best of mail-order Katz's was the bialys. Of course, they couldn't match the floury-crust deliciousness of fresh-baked bialys right out of the oven - they were frozen. Once reheated, they were good but not great. The deli mustard was ... deli mustard. Thick and grainy and yummy.
    So my mail-order Katz's experience was basically feh. And I spent a whole lotta cash for that feh feast. You live and learn.
    One last thing that really drives me crazy - if you insist on putting the equivalent of a pound or more of fatty meat between two slices of what amounts to refined flour and cotton, whaddaya expect except bread that falls apart in your hands? But it's no big loss, 'cause that bread doesn't taste like much of anything anyway.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      I like turkey, but a Katz's pastrami sandwich sounds like a much better meal to me. I'm always a bit leery when it comes to ordering food like that via mail order. I'm sorry to hear that it didn't live up to expectations. I know what you mean about the bread. Even having it fresh in the restaurant it falls apart. Still, I love the pastrami at Katz's.

    • @GreenCanvasInteriorscape
      @GreenCanvasInteriorscape 11 месяцев назад

      For 25 years eating out has been a feh wallet draining disappointment.
      There was a Jewish deli in Miami that I was at in the 90s that was top-notch, since then : feh

  • @jaydrose6292
    @jaydrose6292 Год назад +1

    A very very very good sandwich worth every trip; love coming here w/ family. Worth every cent.

  • @robertfrye5161
    @robertfrye5161 10 месяцев назад +1

    Great review. I had a sandwich there in 2016 or 2017. Best pastrami ever. When I was in Vegas I had one that was good but it was because it was on marble rye that was made there along with bagels and the best cheese cake ever. The guy who made the sandwich was a veteran of the deli wars with over 30 years in the business and he took over the deli and people noticed right away

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you! Yeah, having that sort of rich experience in the business can really help.

    • @robertfrye5161
      @robertfrye5161 10 месяцев назад

      he brought recipes for chicken salad, and Matzo ball soup that he had seen perfected in NYc by others. @@Jamesnu

  • @BunnyWatson-k1w
    @BunnyWatson-k1w Год назад +3

    There are sadly fewer delis in the New York area than 20 years ago. But Katz's is still a great place to visit. It opens at 8:00 am, so get there before the rush. There are also many great delis (and cheaper) in the outer boroughs. Of course, fish delis and meat delis are two separate entities. I also like visiting food places in Ultra-Orthodox communities. They have amazing food at affordable prices.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Yeah, it's a shame that so many delis have disappeared, but at least places like Katz's are still going strong.

  • @les5309
    @les5309 Год назад +2

    Bravo James, bravo!

  • @footlongchen
    @footlongchen Год назад +1

    great quality reviews! keep it up!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you so much!

  • @waldograde
    @waldograde Год назад +1

    There’s a Katz location in Downtown Brooklyn. It’s part of a food court and seating is plentiful. Rarely has this location much in the way of lines.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Yeah I've seen it at the food hall, but I've never tried that location yet. It's nice to have that option in Brooklyn.

  • @philipchesley9615
    @philipchesley9615 Год назад +3

    I'm that guy who, when he sees a Reuben on the menu, stops right there and orders it!
    EVERYBODY tells me to: At least order "half & half"!! (with pastrami)
    One of these days I will....
    But I always forget hahaha!!??
    Cheers!

  • @TheGlamorousLifeofNae
    @TheGlamorousLifeofNae Год назад +5

    I cannot wait to go back to NY one day! I will definitely be making it a point to stop at Katz’s!!! 😍 I love pastrami!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Katz's is a must visit!

  • @dkajj
    @dkajj Год назад +1

    My friend brought me there, late 90's. The environment for takeout sucked, but food was amazing and I had enough to build a couple extra sandwiches out of the largess. (College days)

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Nice! Yeah, they definitely give you a lot of meat.

  • @johnzajac9849
    @johnzajac9849 Год назад +2

    In London's East End, also try 'Maureen's' for pie and mash!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Indeed! Thanks for the recommendation!

  • @cynthiawilliams737
    @cynthiawilliams737 Год назад +2

    Love Katz's Deli & Pastrami has much more flavor than Corned Beef so I will definitely be back, thanks James!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thanks for watching!

  • @carbies2
    @carbies2 Год назад +2

    Love your channel brother!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you so much!

  • @PeterMigliorini-x4o
    @PeterMigliorini-x4o Год назад +2

    Gladly interrupted my "binge" watching of your past works to view & enjoy this new offering. As always, thank you for sharing this enjoyable review. (Also, you really should go to Montreal & try the "smoked meat".)

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you! Yeah, I definitely want to get up to Montreal soon.

  • @peterb3842
    @peterb3842 Год назад +2

    Great review!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you so much!

  • @shereemorgan1430
    @shereemorgan1430 Год назад +1

    Katz restaurant is an Icon of restaurants!

  • @ricksoden6838
    @ricksoden6838 Год назад +1

    I have eaten there many times, usually around 6 or 7 pm never waited outside to get in. Always a great meal, coleslaw and a dr. browns cherry soda. may have to have them ship, I'm in hawaii go there if you like pastrami

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Nice! Yeah, Katz's is unusually easier to get into during dinner.

  • @dianalong2024
    @dianalong2024 Год назад +7

    Thanks James! We love killing our cravings with a Katz's! Wonderful review so true about the 🍟 fries , just one of those things. Most times we just skip em. So glad you took us along 🙋🥪🥒🗽

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Yeah, I at least had to try them, but like I said, I was pretty much only there for the pastrami.

  • @nancykennon310
    @nancykennon310 Год назад

    I got the joy of going to Katz's Deli in Austin, Texas. It was an experience

  • @herbertdaugherty636
    @herbertdaugherty636 Год назад +2

    As a Foodie myself I really enjoy your videos. One word of advice: eat until your comfortable and then stop and if you really don’t like something, don’t eat it (i.e. the fries).

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      I know what you mean. I'm paying to enjoy my food and there comes a point with even good food that you just get tired of it. However, the habit of finishing everything is really ingrained in me. I've got to get better at that.

    • @herbertdaugherty636
      @herbertdaugherty636 Год назад +1

      @@Jamesnu I still hear people use the phrase “clean my plate” or “waste not, want not” so I understand the mind set. Still, enjoy and push away when needed.

  • @davidmatke248
    @davidmatke248 Год назад +4

    I ate there in 2007 and it was so crowded! I wanna say we got there around 2pm. It was rather confusing, stressful, and hectic trying to figure out what line I was supposed to be in. Of course the restaurant was much less crowded by the time we finished and were leaving.
    I would have much preferred if I had gotten a table with table service to avoid all the chaos, though maybe the chaos is just part of the overall experience.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Yeah, it can be intimidating for a first visit. I feel like it's better to go during an off-peak time since everyone is a bit more laid back.

    • @alexkoronec4326
      @alexkoronec4326 Год назад

      Why you'll get a better sandwich from Sarge's which is more juicy and tasty

  • @Alex-ye1br
    @Alex-ye1br Год назад +2

    The only tourist trap I recommend to folks who visit the city. It's consistent, delicious, and portions are huge. Well worth the price.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Absolutely!

    • @Alex-ye1br
      @Alex-ye1br Год назад +1

      Still gotta check out Red Hook Tavern. I wasn't impressed. @@Jamesnu

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      @@Alex-ye1br I definitely plan to go there, but it's far. I'll dine there eventually.

  • @jimarnold1335
    @jimarnold1335 Год назад

    He says “iconic” every episode but he said it six times here. He loves, loves that word.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +2

      It's a great word!

  • @jerryloufretz1797
    @jerryloufretz1797 День назад +1

    We do not have delis like that in Seattle. Does Katz's deliver in my zip code? Probably not. Love the pickles also.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  День назад

      They actually do nationwide shipping.

  • @jacobschroder5669
    @jacobschroder5669 Год назад +1

    Another great video!

  • @GregCurtin45
    @GregCurtin45 11 месяцев назад +2

    Truly a great review. I like that you did comparisons and research on quality, quantity, price, and options. More RUclipsr's should watch this to learn how it is done. One thought on your steak fries. I'm not a fan of French fries but I have a friend who said to me as a teen. "ALWAYS eat the fries first. Have you ever waited until the end of meal to try and eat them?" The guy was religious about it. So maybe make a habit to try the fries first? Again, awesome job, good commentary, great editing - thank you for doing it right from start to finish! #Subscribed

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! Yeah, I typically have my fries between bites of my sandwich. Although, with my editing, it does look like I waited to eat them at the end.

  • @BuwanaLordOfTheUnderworld
    @BuwanaLordOfTheUnderworld Месяц назад +1

    The Katz review is spot on. Amazing pastrami. I strongly recommend their hot dogs!! Among the best in NYC.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Месяц назад

      Thanks for the recommendation! I definitely want to try their hot dogs in the future.

  • @tomahern8967
    @tomahern8967 Год назад +2

    Great review James - it is still the best hands down and it’s worth the price!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you! Absolutely! Katz's is amazing!

  • @2Wheels_NYC
    @2Wheels_NYC Год назад +2

    Wonderful review as always, James! Although I've been numerous times, it has been years since my last visit. You make me realize it's time for a visit! There's a Ben's Kosher Delicatessen by me in Bayside. While they are very good, it's just not the same. Thanks for another great video!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you! Yeah, I think the long lines were one of the reasons why I've avoided Katz's for so long, but there are definitely times when it isn't so bad.

  • @FlowerlyF.
    @FlowerlyF. Год назад +2

    Awesome review!😊

  • @alexwallace6120
    @alexwallace6120 Год назад +1

    Thanks! Good review. I've never been there ,although I live in North Central CT. And used to visit NYC in my 20's. I don't like the prices but here our Jewish deli, is getting up there in prices .BTW ,you're a Handsome guy, who seems to know and love his food.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you! I appreciate it!

  • @Pilbara_Trucking
    @Pilbara_Trucking Год назад +1

    Kat’z deli was a must go to place when I was in NY from Australia in September of 2019. We enjoyed it but $60 Australia was over the top.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      It's good, but definitely expensive.

  • @NoahEats
    @NoahEats Год назад +2

    I am craving a Pastrami on Rye and get there early and my wife and i always sit at the When Harry Met Sally Restaurant table

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Nice! I still haven't had a chance to sit at that table yet.

  • @dcm703
    @dcm703 9 месяцев назад +1

    How busy is it if you show up at 8a - is it one of those places where people are waiting in line when it opens?

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  9 месяцев назад +1

      At that time of the day, you can pretty much walk straight in and up to the counter. Lunch time is when the crowds are the largest.

  • @AdamW77
    @AdamW77 11 месяцев назад +1

    I enjoyed this video. If you go to Berlin then try Mogg and their Reuben pestrami sandwich. I say that’s the best thing I’ve ever tasted. They worked on the pestrami for 6 years they said. I’d love to see your views. I haven’t been to Katz’s yet. I’m sad I didn’t know about it when I came to NY in 2018. Next time…

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for the recommendation! I'll try to remember that if I'm in Berlin. I hope that you get to Katz's on your next NY visit.

  • @thecrimedog8424
    @thecrimedog8424 Год назад +2

    Can you help us out when we visit in November. Can you do some fish and chips restaurant videos in Manhatten area. Please and thank you.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +2

      Yeah, I actually have a couple of places in mind. I just had fish and chips the other day too.

    • @UuU1001.
      @UuU1001. Год назад +2

      @@Jamesnuur a tour guide James. A tour guide!!!

  • @gordonliddy9418
    @gordonliddy9418 8 месяцев назад +1

    Man I live in South Dakota and am so jealous that we don't have that deliciousness here!!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  8 месяцев назад

      I know what you mean. It's a great restaurant.

  • @MebsTejpar-ty6ct
    @MebsTejpar-ty6ct Год назад +8

    Thanks for another great review James. Now.. can you tell us your real feelings about those fries? 😉 The pastrami did look amazing! You mentioned that the mustard was really good , and I see a lot of other comments about it - Do you know if they sell it ? Also do they have any good desserts at Katz's ? I appreciate you and your channel !

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +2

      Thank you! Haha! Yeah, I was pretty subtle regarding my feelings with the fries. Haha! Yep, Katz's sells their mustard and they do have desserts, but they do seem pretty basic like black and white cookies and cheesecake.

  • @vonlipi
    @vonlipi 8 месяцев назад +1

    If you ever travel to Montreal…in the suburbs there is Smoked Meat Pete…a true gem…all made in house and sooooo tasty

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  8 месяцев назад

      Thank you for the recommendation! I really appreciate it! I definitely hope to travel to Montreal sometime.

  • @riproar11
    @riproar11 11 месяцев назад +3

    I'm a huge fan of pastrami Ruben with melted Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing. Yum! Totally sublime and with Jewish deli-style garlic pickle spears. Too bad Stage Deli closed after starting in 1937. My dad would treat me there years ago and their prices were much better. I remember the first time I saw my pastrami sandwich piled thick! They served crazy good, giant onion rings with a thick, crispy batter!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 месяцев назад +1

      Nice! I would've loved to have tried Stage Deli! It seems like it was a special place!

  • @UuU1001.
    @UuU1001. Год назад +3

    Love the review brother. But the real question on everyone’s mind is: how does it compare to Arby’s Reuben sandwich?

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Haha! Thank you! You know, I've never had Arby's Reuben, but I feel like Katz's might just be a bit better. Haha!

    • @Goodboy0953
      @Goodboy0953 Год назад +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @chaichanaa
    @chaichanaa Год назад +1

    I wish I went when I was in NY! The queue was so long...next time.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Yeah, it depends on the time of the day you go. The line definitely can get pretty long during the summer.

  • @ddf235
    @ddf235 Год назад +5

    After trying Katz’s corned beef or pastrami, now try Schwartz’s Montreal smoked meat!
    It’s better than Katz’s!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      I definitely want to go there someday! I've always wanted to go to Montreal and I really should since it's a pretty quick flight from NYC.

    • @joenovak6393
      @joenovak6393 Год назад

      Nope....ruclips.net/video/lDecDAdt-Co/видео.html

    • @PeterMigliorini-x4o
      @PeterMigliorini-x4o Год назад +3

      Smoked meat is worthy of our attention. Montreal is truly one of the best food cities in North America.

    • @maitrehg
      @maitrehg Год назад +2

      Way better. Melt in the mouth.

  • @TheRange7
    @TheRange7 Год назад +1

    Hi James,Katz's is another NYC treasure I never made it to. My partners in NYC were more of the Harry's at Hanover material. Our NYC HQ was just across the street from Harry's Hanover so we lived there in our free time. I know they're two entirely different animals, but what's Katz's like compared to Manny's here in Chicago? That's still my personal favorite deli in town. Cheers my friend. I'm really glad i found the channel. We need to get your subs way up. You do a really great job.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +2

      Thank you so much! Manny's is iconic and I loved my visits there. Their food is great, but when it comes to pastrami and corned beef, Katz's is on another level, but besides pastrami and sandwiches, Manny's has a much greater variety of food than Katz's.

    • @TheRange7
      @TheRange7 Год назад +1

      @@Jamesnu Thanks James. looking forward to getting through all you vids. Of course I'm also excited for future vids.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      @@TheRange7 I hope that you enjoy them!

  • @ELPaso1990TX
    @ELPaso1990TX 11 месяцев назад

    Wow that looked so delicious! Do they only use rye bread or can you get it with bread made from wheat?

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 месяцев назад

      It was really good! I'm not sure regarding the bread. I've never asked.

  • @loucaruso3971
    @loucaruso3971 11 месяцев назад +3

    I Remember Pastrami Or Corned Beef On Rye Or Sub, $5.00 !!!!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 месяцев назад

      Yeah, the prices have really gone up.

  • @jacruick
    @jacruick Год назад +1

    YUMMMMM ! Looks amazing !

  • @pizzareviewsonthego
    @pizzareviewsonthego Год назад +2

    I visited Katz's a few weeks ago again as well as Hometown BBQ, just a few days ago. I'm still working on the Hometown video. I was disappointed to learn that they only sell Pastrami at Hometown on weekends so I didn't have a chance to try it. Tourists or not, Katz's is great. I think locals don't like the fact that so many tourists venture there, but the quality of the food doesn't suffer for it. The Matzoh Ball soup is excellent, and they offer some really high quality Salmon lox, on par with Russ and Daughters. Their hotdogs are also really above average. My dad did indeed complain about the rye bread, for the same reason you did. I think you can choose rolls or Italian bread as substitutes. It looks like the rye bread looked a bit different in your older photos, and that it was seeded on the edges. Next time I visit I plan to ask the cutters why they discard so much of the Pastrami meat bark when cutting it.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Yeah, it's upsetting that Hometown limits their pastrami so much. I'm really intrigued about Katz's other food. Normally, one of their sandwiches is enough for me, but I've heard a lot of positive things about their hot dogs and I really want to try them now. I didn't even know they offered lox. It would be interesting to try the pastrami on various breads. I think my order of pastrami on rye is so ingrained in me that I would have to make a conscious effort to order something else.

  • @thriftshop2609
    @thriftshop2609 Год назад +1

    The Pastrami sandwiches are big enough to feed a couple. The best I've ever eaten.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      They're amazing! They may be costly, but you do get a ton of meat in the sandwich.

    • @thriftshop2609
      @thriftshop2609 Год назад +1

      @@Jamesnu 30 years ago I'd finish a whole sandwich along with a potato knish, now I could use that sandwich for 2 meals

  • @RR-fg2rl
    @RR-fg2rl Год назад +1

    My mom wants to fly in from LA just to go to Katz. I like Sarges combo better cos coleslaw on top. I have to get to red hook now just I live in Bronx. Went to Le petit Chef lots of fun got a reservation next month for noksu. This Sunday I'm going to Buvette. I haven't heard from you if you want to go to Raos next march I'll get a date in a couple of weeks.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      I'm glad to hear Le petit Chef was satisfying! I've heard good things about Buvette. Yeah, I'm not sure about Raos. I'll probably be in Rome and Italy for most of March next year, but I'm not positive yet.

    • @RR-fg2rl
      @RR-fg2rl Год назад +1

      @@Jamesnu OK if not a lot of people want to go so it will be another year if u can't go. Let me know if you can then I'll ask someone else. I go in March cos I get my income tax check back by then and Raos is cash only

  • @louisastuto2878
    @louisastuto2878 11 месяцев назад +1

    Im sure they would have given you a new order of fries to replace those if you asked, I know I sometimes don’t bother to ask either tho. I find their sides to be nothing special but if you are into soups I would def recommend the split pea or matzah ball, besides the pastrami I think those two are the only items at Katz that really stand out.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 месяцев назад

      Yeah, I don't hear too much about the other food at Katz's besides the pastrami, but I'll definitely consider the split pea and matzah ball soup for my next visit. Thank you for the recommendations!

  • @ledballone
    @ledballone Год назад +2

    try schwartz montreal

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      I definitely want to go there someday!

  • @Noodleydoo
    @Noodleydoo 11 месяцев назад

    We used to have a Katz's here in Austin in the 90's. Their tagline was "Katz's never closes." We would party on 6th street, and then eat at K's. All of that is gone now.

  • @mmc7173
    @mmc7173 6 месяцев назад +1

    Love your channel more power

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  6 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much!

  • @michaelfelsinger-k2i
    @michaelfelsinger-k2i 8 месяцев назад +1

    Hi James, that's a lot of meat, enough for two people, so the price is quite reasonable. There's something about the look of their pastrami which makes it stand out from their competitors. Fries looked good. That's a lot of pickles ! Growing up in Australia, I first heard of Alka-Selzer which is a US product, and seeing all those pickles on your plate, I can understand why the US led the way with antacids for heartburn ! Very good episode, James, all the best !

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  8 месяцев назад

      Thank you so much! Yeah, they definitely give you a lot of food at Katz's. It would be difficult to leave the restaurant hungry.

    • @RFSpartan
      @RFSpartan 8 месяцев назад

      No it's not lol the price is insane

  • @sanitary103
    @sanitary103 Год назад +1

    I went close to 15 years ago while on vacation. It was pretty damn good to me though native New Yorkers say there are better places. I had to check it off my list though.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Nice! It's definitely a place that everyone needs to visit at some point.

  • @Michael-e6d1i
    @Michael-e6d1i Год назад +1

    (10:12) "I still ate all my fries. I despise wasting food". I'm the same way 😁. Nice review. Thanks.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Yeah, I always try to push through when it comes to finishing my meal.

    • @Michael-e6d1i
      @Michael-e6d1i Год назад +1

      @@Jamesnu You're welcome ! I like the way that you appreciate good food and fine dining, but also recognize the importance of not wasting food. Best wishes to you !

  • @YASTravelsEatsWell
    @YASTravelsEatsWell Год назад +3

    James, nice upfront review but as the 1,345th vlogger to visit & review, what's new? Hometown BBQ pastrami ($28)has a lot going for it , as well!

    • @NoahEats
      @NoahEats Год назад +1

      I need to revist Hometown for that Pastrami!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Yeah, I know, there's so many videos of Katz's, but I never made one and I had a taste for pastrami.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      It's a must try!

  • @cojaysea
    @cojaysea Год назад +2

    I love the fresh roasted Turkey sandwich they have !

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Год назад +1

      That’s interesting. I’ve had curious fantasies of trying their oddball items like their cheesesteaks and other stuff out of curiosity. I have had their hotdogs and in my opinion it’s the best hotdog in New York because of that garlic flavor and exterior skin texture.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      That's something else that I've got to try!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      @@ramencurry6672 Yeah, their hot dogs look really good!

    • @cojaysea
      @cojaysea Год назад +1

      @@Jamesnu I’m trying to upload photos I took at Katz’s of the Turkey sandwich but it won’t let me . 😆

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      @@cojaysea That's alright. I've seen pictures of it before and it looks really good!

  • @mikemacheese7174
    @mikemacheese7174 2 месяца назад +2

    Sandwiches are delicious! Great review! I would think their landlord would fix that disgusting ceiling with the money that they pay for rent.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  2 месяца назад

      Thank you! Yeah, that ceiling could use a bit of a refresh.

  • @kimlau3929
    @kimlau3929 Год назад +2

    some beef jus or gravy might be able to save the fries. :) Katz never disappoints and the staff is always so hardworking.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      Yeah, something to dip the fries into probably would've helped. I agree! The staff really works hard especially considering the crowds it has to deal with everyday.

  • @tweakypoppy
    @tweakypoppy 11 месяцев назад +1

    What accent is that? Madison, Wisconsin? New York, some kind of New England?

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  11 месяцев назад

      I'm originally from Chicago.

    • @tweakypoppy
      @tweakypoppy 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@Jamesnu Well, that just shows how little I can discern American accents from each other. Thanks for the reply.

  • @micheleedwards244
    @micheleedwards244 Год назад +2

    You should have more subscribers....great food reviewer. ❤

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thank you! I really appreciate it!

  • @g-bgcg
    @g-bgcg Год назад +3

    That sandwich looked incredible. What it like a pound of pastrami? I would have to toss some thousand island on it though despite that being sacrilegious. There is nothing like a Jewish deli for a good crunchy pickle. Thanks for the review !

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      Thanks for watching! Yeah, it's a heavy sandwich! I think that it's three quarters of a pound of meat.

  • @johnchojnowski3951
    @johnchojnowski3951 Год назад +3

    Did you run the nyc marathon?

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +1

      I wish! I've tried for maybe 7 years now to get into that race through the lottery and still haven't gotten accepted yet, but I actually ran the Nashville Marathon the previous week.

  • @Kat-xl9cf
    @Kat-xl9cf Год назад +14

    I love your reviews - honest but balanced. I'm a native New Yorker. The first time I ate at Katz's was amazing. This was several years ago. I went again this year and the sandwich was sub par. They throw away all the fatty juicy pieces. Those are the best bits! Don't know why they do that...anyways Katz's is a place you have to visit at least once. It's an experience 😊

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад +3

      Definitely! It's a place that you go to for more than just the food, but I'm sorry to hear that your last sandwich was sub par.

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Год назад +2

      I’m also a fatty cuts fan. If you live there maybe on a quieter time you can speak to one of the cutters and request some fatty cuts

    • @Kat-xl9cf
      @Kat-xl9cf Год назад +1

      @@ramencurry6672 definitely will!

    • @Im12nWhatIsThis
      @Im12nWhatIsThis Год назад +4

      Request it juicy. Problem solved.

    • @lisahollick6580
      @lisahollick6580 Год назад +2

      I'm from the UK, how I wish the UK had food like this!! 😢
      The food here is just plain, plain and plain!!
      Makes me very jealous that you can enjoy such great food and food experiences!!!
      How I wish I could join you!?

  • @TwentyOneThirty
    @TwentyOneThirty Год назад +1

    Not sure why I get this urge to watch your videos when I’m hungry. Which is followed by the realization that I’m nowhere near NY to satisfy my hunger 😢

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Год назад

      I appreciate the views! I hope you get to NY sometime.