NYC's OLDEST DELI! Is Katz's Deli Worth $26?

Katz's Deli in NYC is one of the most famous restaurants in NYC, maybe one of the most famous restaurants in the world! It's beloved by tourists and locals alike, with many famous people having eaten there. The Katz's Deli Anthony Bourdain clip, the Katz's Deli Man Vs Food clip, Katz's Deli Mark Wiens clip, Katz's Deli Guy Fieri clip, are all very well known. The restaurant became famous due to the Katz Deli When Harry Met Sally scene, but even then Katz's Deli was the oldest deli in NYC and the oldest Jewish deli in New York City and it had beloved patrons dating back to 1888. Katz's Deli's pastrami on rye is one of the best pastrami on rye sandwiches in NYC. They have the best pastrami in New York City, and they also make some of the best corned beef in NYC. I would even go so far as to say Katz's Deli makes the best pastrami in the USA and the best pastrami in the world. However, due to their amazing reputation, they charge a whopping $26 per sandwich now. Some people decry that Katz's Deli is overrated and Katz's Deli is overpriced.

Is Katz's Deli overrated? That is our mission in today's episode, to find out if the famous Katz Deli pastrami sandwich is worth the price tag or not. We also try the famous NYC egg cream and talk a bit about the origin of the egg cream drink.

In either case, I hope you enjoy this video! It was fun to film a Katz's Deli mukbang video and to eat at a famous NYC Jewish restaurant. Even if it's not worth $26 I would suggest trying the oldest deli in NYC at least once in your life!

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Restaurant Deets:
Katz's Delicatessen
205 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002

[aaronacero]

I really like how you incorporate the price of food items in your reviews, not just the taste, preparation, and presentation of the food. Most everyday people have to consider price as a significant factor when dinning out....

[mitchlu]

I'm a 56yr old Jew from Brooklyn. You're review is definitely on-point; esp. what you said about the pricing. Great...yes. 26 bucks...no!

[anastasiakoo]

I love your videos you are descriptive, reasonable, and logical. Thank you!

[robgotti]

10$ for the sandwich 16$ for the history lol 😂

[jsarausad]

Man - love your honest reviews. Great job!

[jbae]

Wow!! It increased to $26!! That’s crazy. I had it before covid for like $18. It was the best pastrami sandwich that I ever had and crave whenever I go to city. But $26 is too much.

[paris]

You do the best food reviews hands down. What I like about this review is you liked the sandwich but gave an excellent explanation why Katz's is overpriced. Keep up the good work!

[ricardoistudla]

Been going to Katz since I was a kid. Live in CA now so I miss it. Love your facial expressions and the sounds you made. Great video!!

[azndude]

The lady at 5:08 has a smile that can light up a room.

But anyways, really appreciate your review!!! I haven’t been in years so it’s nice to hear that their food holds up!

[JNathanielBerke]

For me the Katz hack is getting the $40.00 meat plate - you get a super generous selection of pastrami, brisket and corned beef, a stack of rye bread and two kinds of pickles. I usually get it to go since I live close but it's easily two meals for three of us and there is always a bit left over. If you do the math it's quite a deal!

[robbielohman]

It is such a joy to watch! And so articulate.

[biglu]

After 2 videos I'm hooked great content and "real" food review's

[paulesterline]

The bright green pickels are called half sours. They are a very different type pickel they are not fermented, the are not preserved with Vinager. Just salt water and a day or two on the fridge. So if your expecting a dill pickel yes they will taste like a cucumber. Now that you know what it is taste it again. You will find a very flavorful pickel that is super crunchy and refreshing and tasty. In fact they may become one of your favorite pickels. Taste them with different expectations. Lucky dog. If you still don't like them I will take yours....thank you!

[SilatShooter]

As a former NYer, Katz is always one of my to-do's when I go back. I think it's worth $26, a normal forgettable sandwich is going to cost you $14- $18. So I'll pay it for that wonderful flavor and portion.

[HeadbangersKitchen]

Nice! If I ever come to New York this would be a one time visit as an indulgence.

[johnyang]

I agree. Because of being a significant landmark in NY, even if they charge $50 there will still be a long line of people waiting to buy them.

[marioncapriotti]

Great video, you are absolutely right about Katz's pastrami. I love seeing and hearing how much you appreciate good food. Just two things -- first, the brighter-green pickles are called "half-sours" because they aren't completely pickled, and I agree with you, to me they are a pale imitation of the yellower-green real thing, but some people prefer them, and they are made that way on purpose.

The other thing is, $26 doesn't seem quite so expensive when you figure in A) you are almost certainly going to take half of that monster-huge sandwich home for a whole 'nother meal, and B) you won't be hungry again for two days, so think of the money you're saving on food for tomorrow and the next day. . .

Cheers from New York City!

[YTnMe]

Thank you for your honest realistic review.

[radiantyc]

I hope this channel goes really far...I just had to follow u... ur just so endearing... ur smile just drew me in...❤️

[eeldude]

To me it is worth it as a once in a while treat. I go whenever I visit NYC, but if I lived in the neighborhood, it would not be my regular “go to” spot. I would take out of town visitors or go for a special occasion.
BTW, the pickles are not hit or miss, they are actually two different types. Regular and half sour. The half sour is for those who like a fresher tasting pickle without the heavy brine.
Also, if you prefer more fat, you can ask the cutter for a fatty cut. I do that and it is SO tender, juicy and delicious!