Eating the Corned Beef Sandwich from Katz’s. NYC. Better than the Pastrami?

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[@Jamesnu]

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[@trollzone1]

Katz lived up to the hype! I had the corned Beef and it was fantastic...so good I had it twice!

[@Jamesnu]

Nice! I'm glad that you enjoyed it!

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[@alexandermansionbedandbrea5553]

Thanks James for your thoughtful and helpful review. Katz's is one of my favorite restaurants and I'm really happy you brought us back there. Hats off and best wishes, Rich

[@Jamesnu]

Thanks so much!

[@johnned4848]

Katz's is a place I've been to before and will go again when I visit NYC. Its good value which your channel is about. Congratulations on getting sponsor much deserved. BTW cool tee shirt

[@RFSpartan]

A $30 sandwich is not a good deal 😂

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! Yeah, in a sense, it's costly for a sandwich, but then when you consider the amount of food that you're getting, it's not bad.

[@yulunwang1]

There is a station in the back where you can grab a glass and serve yourself to water. Definitely comes in handy whether you are having pastrami or corned beef.

[@Jamesnu]

Indeed! I was a regular at that water station.

[@patriciarogers9592]

Another great review! Corned beef is a favorite of mine. Congratulations on your sponsor!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much!

[@s.macintosh-jc9rf]

Hi James, Thank you for your review of Katz’s Delicatessen. You really captured the vibe of the place! Congratulations on getting your sponsors. Best Wishes, Peter

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much Peter! Yeah, Katz's really has a great atmosphere and feel to it.

[@dipeshmalla4157]

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[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@54diggerdown]

My day started at 4:30 a.m. I got home at 6:30 p.m. I'm industrial maintenance. The factory was so hot today I didnt even want to eat chilled fruit and veggies. Then i saw your review.... now i want a reuben or corn beef and hash. That is the power of your reviews. Thanks again. Oh and congratulations on the sponsor

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! Yeah, this heat is pretty miserable. Thank you for watching! I really appreciate the support.

[@ramencurry6672]

If you’re not able to get it, then plan a future weekend where you can splurge like crazy and really fill your belly

[@davidmatke248]

Corned beef with mustard on rye and a Dr. Brown's Cream Soda is my go to deli order.

[@Jamesnu]

You can't go wrong with it!

[@Merlin-wo1kj]

"I find the pastrami to be the most sensual of all the salted, cured meats". -GC

[@Jamesnu]

A timeless quote!

[@denisej6374]

LOL

[@alpaktuna]

I just went to my first Jewish delicatessen - Langer's in Los Angeles. It was one of the best sandwiches I've ever eaten, so when I take a trip to NYC this winter, Katz's is now on the list :) Great video!

[@Jamesnu]

@@alpaktuna Thank you! I've heard that Langer's is a great place!

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[@Jamesnu]

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[@shaboom362]

Dr. Brown Black Cherry or their Cel-Rey soda is classic here in NYC. Been years since I’ve been to Katz’s. Love the sour pickles. The cucumber not so much unless it is in a salad. 😆 glad you enjoyed it.

[@Ben71246]

Would love to see you do an overall review/ vid covering all the paces in nyc you have been, and your recommendations. So that we can compare the different places you have been to. As always great vid

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, I might do something like that in the future.

[@beetroot48]

Fine meal and fine presentation, James. I’m adding Le Coucou to my NYC restaurant list. ❤

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@hoppysport2872]

Just loved this review and you're right on-point. My friend and I used to get 1 Corned Beef sandwich and 1 Pastrami sandwich and share. We then agreed that we preferred the pastrami. Our current go-to is sharing 1 $29.90 Hot Pastrami sandwich and 1 $4.95 hot dog with mustard and sauerkraut for a total of $35, or $17.50 each. For what it's worth, Katz's has far and away the best hot dog in NYC.

[@Jamesnu]

Nice! I keep hearing about their hot dogs. Everyone seems to really enjoy them. I've got to try it one day.

[@KellyHughes-lc7nh]

The irony of cooking corned beef in wintery Australia watching you eat corned beef in summer NYC isn’t lost on me. Congrats on the sponsor!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, a heavy sandwich like that is probably better in cooler weather.

[@2Wheels_NYC]

Awesome, James... Another excellent review! So I make my own corned beef, but prefer pastrami as well. Gotta have that bark! Now I'm indecisive about lunch today!

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! Thank you! Yeah, the bark on pastrami can be pretty special.

[@daniisrael____6326]

Love your Videos from Nyc keep em coming !!!!!

[@Jamesnu]

@@daniisrael____6326 Thank you!

[@stilapixie]

Been to Katz's a couple of times now after multiple trips to NYC, and my go-to order is a half pastrami & half corned beef sandwich (on rye with mustard ofc). You get the best of both worlds - the salty corned beef cuts through the richness of the pastrami while the unctuous pastrami balances the saltiness of the corned beef. Highly recommend!

[@Jamesnu]

That sounds really good! I've got to try that!

[@johncornell3665]

I want to go to Katz's so badly and try it. It looks so amazing. Thanks for taking us along, James! Those Factor meals look good too!!

[@Jamesnu]

Thanks for watching! Yeah, Katz's is a special place!

[@ramencurry6672]

They have mail order meats if you live far away. I talked to one lady who lives in NYC and her family in Oregon does the mail order and they like it

[@surfboard396]

Hi James. Don’t lose the ticket. 😂 You nailed it. I agree the pastrami has so much flavor in the bark and holds up better as a sandwich. I like the corned beef almost as well but it does pull apart and is a bit messy because of the way it’s prepared. I like the Dr. Browns cream soda. Thanks. Be safe.

[@Jamesnu]

Indeed! I held onto that ticket with my life! Thanks for watching!

[@MegaJacques1234]

I like the rounds you make at classic/tourist spots that you say provide an experience often equal or greater to a Michelin starred restaurant...havent been to Katz's in ages, looking foward during off-peak times lol. Great job as always 👌

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! Yeah, I like to showcase a good variety of restaurants.

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It was great meeting him!

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[@Jamesnu]

Thanks, will do!

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Congratulations on getting a sponsor! I enjoy eating great meals vicariously through your videos.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much!

[@cojaysea]

One of the first things I do when returning to New York is go to Katz Deli for the roast Turkey sandwich. It’s the best ever !

[@Jamesnu]

Nice! Yeah, I've heard great things about that sandwich.

[@cojaysea]

@@Jamesnu I live in Japan now and turkey does not exist in this country. I miss it terribly and so one of the first things I do when returning to New York is go for Buffalo wings , then Turkey sandwich at Katz . Followed by mussels in hot sauce another item not seen here . Not at the same time of course !

[@TheGlamorousLifeofNae]

I’m definitely going to go back to Katz’s when I go back to NYC! It was such a great experience! 😋

[@Jamesnu]

Nice!

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[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much!

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[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much!

[@Daniel-es9dq]

Dr browns reminds me of getting a deli sandwich as a kid. Nice memory

[@Jamesnu]

It's a classic soda for sure!

[@patrickwong4824]

Another great video. Messy but good on that corned beef. Good to see you have a sponsor.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@carlatullis2980]

Oh yes, I love Katz’s I agree with you I love corn beef, but pastrami is the king so good and I like it with the knishes Oh my God with mustard Yum thanks for taking us

[@Jamesnu]

Thanks for watching!

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Congratulations on the sponsor. People don’t realize how much time and energy and money you poured into this to get it to where you can get a sponsor and it’s a good product. Also just remember if it doesn’t get all over the place, it doesn’t belong in your face.

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Thank you! Haha! That's true!

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[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@DrewClochFear]

Another great video James!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@PeterMigliorini-x4o]

Great review & thanks for sharing! I do look forward to the day you travel to Montreal to experience a classic "smoked meat" sandwich. Either Schwartz's Deli or Reubens Deli on Rue St. Catherine. I really am interested in your opinions & observations once you try those sandwiches. Again, thank you for sharing your always enjoyable video. This is Peter M; out!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much Peter M! Yeah, I'm surprised that I haven't been to Montreal yet, especially since it's a very quick flight from NYC. Hopefully, I'll get there soon.

[@lorifreeman1746]

And yet another great video have a great day I probably won't ever get to New York have a pastrami sandwich for me ❤

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the support!

[@bkm2797]

Thought I was having a deja vu moment there,lol, but you had Corned Beef this time. Solid review, Thank you Andrew.👍❤️

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, I thought the corned beef deserved its own video.

[@bkm2797]

James, I just realized I've been calling you Andrew, I'm so embarrassed! You have been to polite, wish you would have corrected me. Hope you accept my apology.

[@Jamesnu]

@@bkm2797 That's not a problem. It's nothing to be embarrassed about. I really appreciate the support.

[@mauriciocanales5420]

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[@pizzareviewsonthego]

You can order the sandwiches with Italian bread and rolls. I usually order the pastrami here with the rye, but occasionally the corned beef Reuben, served on Italian bread. It holds together much better. Great summary of the differences between cuts of meat. I'm more of a pastrami fan myself. I think the main draw for corned beef is the higher fat content and salt. Congrats on your new sponsor!

[@animaladam5]

Yeah the rye always crumbles

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! That's good to know. I should definitely try it with different bread sometime.

[@thesolarengineer]

Great review, James. My only gripe is that they don't have Bavarian mustard so I always BYOM 😂

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! Thank you!

[@NancyRemling]

Great video. Great content. Congratulations on getting sponsored. 🌺🌺🌺

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@chubbs500]

I love it when the meat crumbles... so tender and soft with little resistance. which pickles did you like better?

[@Jamesnu]

I know what you mean. For this lunch, I actually preferred the half sour since they were a bit more refreshing.

[@WilliamKShank]

MEAT!!! Safe Journey! Have a GREAT DAY!!!

[@Jamesnu]

Meat and a lot of it!

[@tsukasa420]

We have something similar here in Montreal called Schwartz's Deli. You should come up here some day!

[@Jamesnu]

I definitely want to someday!

[@shane9209]

Love the casual dress on this review 🎉🎉🎉

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! It was a T-shirt sort of day!

[@TheBaldGermanGoesEating]

I heard about that and I hope I can go there one day.

[@Jamesnu]

I hope that you can. It's a great place!

[@Lostcause1974]

I ate at a restaurant where James Andrew ate? Sweet!

[@Jamesnu]

@@Lostcause1974 Haha! Thanks for watching!

[@s_przybylowicz]

You know it was a worthwhile meal when there's a pile of napkins sprinkled about by the end.

[@Jamesnu]

Indeed! I made a small mountain of napkins!

[@galacticspacepants997]

I’m a chef at a famous BBQ restaurant in Miami called Smoke and Dough. We’ve been told by many that our pastrami is waaaay better than Kat’s. If you ever come to FL come check us out 😁

[@Jamesnu]

Nice! I'll keep that in mind if I'm in Miami. Thanks for sharing.

[@kimyobiuchiha927]

Katz's deli's corned beef and pastrami sandwiches are tasty, tender, juicy & flavorful. The corned beef is my favorite. For it's quality, size & yummiliciousness it's worth the price, & the wait [in line.]

[@Jamesnu]

It's good stuff, that's for sure!

[@psgp298]

NYer here-----my maaaaan ya can't get a Corned Beef and get Dr. Browns Root Beer! Gotta go for the iconic Dr. Brown's CEL RAY! Next time make sure you do! It's chaos.

[@Jamesnu]

Yeah, it's a good drink, but I never had the root beer and I always like trying something new.

[@Seasider70]

I've listened to your videos, no visuals, and well, you paint a good picture

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! I try my best to be descriptive.

[@frankgyure3154]

Congrats on the sponsor.Just saw you met UA from UA Eats. Maybe even a collab.Are you going to post vids of your trip to Europe/Austria.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, I'll have videos from my trip up in the coming weeks.

[@kathrynarnold313]

Great review as usual James! I'm not a fan of corned beef so I'm not sure if I would like pastrami, but I need to try the pastrami from Katz's at some point.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, it's not for everyone, but if you're going to try it, it makes sense to try it from the best and Katz's is definitely one of the top spots.

[@stringbeanseventeen]

Anyone know what the new tower under construction is at 0:26 is?

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262 5th Ave. I figured it out.

[@tristan3272]

sponsors bro, congrats! you deserve it, keep making that dough to make more amazing vids

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much!

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YAyyyyyyy our james got sponsorship🎉🎉🎉

[@Jamesnu]

It's a great opportunity and I'm thankful for it!

[@colegreen1291]

Time for you to head up to Montreal to Schwartz's to try a Smoked Meat sandwich. Montreal is a foodie's delight and one of the best towns in North America!

[@Jamesnu]

I'll definitely get there! Hopefully sooner rather than later.

[@danielsaiz9644]

James, your an animal! Eating that whole sandwich was impressive. I still think your stomach is in your left leg! Another nice video.

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! Thank you!

[@marshabailey1121]

Up here in Toronto the great deli choice is the Montreal smoked meat. The more mustard the better. Yummm

[@Jamesnu]

I really have to try Montreal smoked meat sometime.

[@MICHAELMCAVOY-f4v]

Mmmm!! Now I want corned beef 👍😋

[@Jamesnu]

It was real good!

[@PrometeoDLMR]

I’m no newyorker but all I could see was tourists! Thank you for bringing us with you James 👍

[@Jamesnu]

Thanks for watching!

[@jperez7893]

it used to be the diners in nyc are as good and much cheaper than katz but many died along with covid. some bodegas have very good pastrami sandwiches too

[@Jamesnu]

Yeah, a lot of great restaurants were unfortunately lost over the last few years.

[@spoken2]

James, that price is wild ! congrats on the sponsor 👌🏾

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much!

[@delibakerytravel]

It Looks Like You Have Some Beautiful Parks In The City. Oh, Over Night Express 2 Cornbeef Sandwiches To San Diego.🌴 Please!!! 😢

[@Jamesnu]

Yeah, there are some very beautiful parks in NYC!

[@clifbradley]

That Pepsi.....nice. i thought you had a Barman or a Batgril and a Dr. Pepper too. The light sometimes mutes the colors.

[@Jamesnu]

Thanks!

[@law450]

I’m not sure I understand, does James prefer corned beef or pastrami? Hmmm, I guess I’ll never know. 😆 Corned beef on well toasted rye with mustard with lots of half sour pickles, and coleslaw on the side is my go to deli order. Yes Katz’s is expensive, it’s a tourist trap and historical landmark, they can charge what they want. How much meat is that per sandwich? 16oz+? It’s $12 a pound to get cheap deli corned beef at Walmart where I live now. Thanks for the video James, congrats on the sponsor!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you so much! And thanks for watching!

[@beverlydavidson6749]

I love Katz’s . I’m not a huge meat eater but I always find something I like . ❤

[@Jamesnu]

Yeah, they've got a decent menu.

[@ramencurry6672]

They have salami which was probably more famous I think like back in the 1950s.

[@SwanseaBoi]

Congrats on the sponsorship, James. Well deserved. Lot of effort goes into these videos and to put one out what, every week? That's a full-time commitment. As for the sarnie... Too much of a good thing maybe. Still, it's Katz and has to be done.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, these videos take a lot of work to make, but I love putting them out!

[@micchaelsanders6286]

There corn beef is insane. phenomenal.

[@Jamesnu]

@@micchaelsanders6286 I agree!

[@dennislovinfosse6293]

Epic food from an epic restaurant! But I must remind myself to never watch your videos when I'm hungry. It just makes it worse--LOL. Nice vid!

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! Thank you!

[@KEMET1971]

My blood pressure went up just watching you eat that salty sandwich.

[@Jamesnu]

Haha! Yeah, it wasn't a healthy lunch.

[@Montecitodesign]

The second half of the sandwich - get it to go! Hey, how about horseradish? And, or country Dijon?

[@Jamesnu]

I don't think that I've ever had corned beef with horseradish, it sounds interesting though.

[@Montecitodesign]

@@Jamesnu How about roast beef with horseradish?

[@Jamesnu]

@@Montecitodesign I've definitely had that combo before and it works.

[@hazelhowden6320]

The corn beef in the USA is completely different to the UK. It is still good but tastes different and can be eaten cold as well as heated. Congrats on your sponsor.

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you and thanks for sharing that info! I haven't had corned beef in the UK yet.

[@mandonyc.]

Great video bro 👍🏽

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@johnzajac9849]

James - Read the NY Post edition, 20 July 2024, to see the hilarious review of a Michelin guide, two-star Spanish restaurant called ‘Mugaritz'.

[@Jamesnu]

@@johnzajac9849 Yeah, I've read it. It definitely amused me!

[@tomahern8967]

Always a great sandwich at Katz’s apart from the price!

[@Jamesnu]

I know what you mean!

[@p.michaelpell6540]

Ocean of water huh? That's even more salty! You going for a record?'😂😂🐮🐮🐷🐷😮

[@Jamesnu]

Yeah, I know what you mean. I was more so referring to the quantity of water in an ocean. I was so thirsty!

[@p.michaelpell6540]

@@Jamesnu I know.. I was just being sarcastic! Lol Great content.. keep it up #smashville

[@MarcKemp-q6n]

I used to pick corned beef. But I've been a pastrami fan for the last 23 yrs

[@Jamesnu]

Yeah, I definitely prefer pastrami too.

[@NoahEats]

Durian Coffee!!! I agree, Pastrami is better. Another Top Tier Video

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, I've got to try that durian coffee next time. The more unique the food is, the more interested I am in trying it.

[@FritzAlcindorJr]

Congrats on the sponsor!

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you!

[@The2ndFirst]

40 bucks for a sandwich? I'm good.

[@Jamesnu]

It's costly, no doubt about that.

[@RonGerstein]

All meats from Katz's, including corned beef, is UNKOSHER.

[@kingnoire9587]

The Ruben I had there was DELICIOUS

[@Jamesnu]

@kingnoire9587 Nice! Yeah, I had a Ruben there once before, and it was excellent!

[@liveforevernetwork]

Katz is the very best

[@Jamesnu]

It's iconic for sure!

[@hambone7564]

My brother in Christ, That drink after that sandwich sounds horrifying

[@Jamesnu]

Haha!

[@marlies7444]

Great review. Those sandwiches can easily be turned into 3 sandwiches. The bread does look pretty sad after a few minutes. A good German rye bread would give it the structure it needs to hold so much meat. I like pastrami more as well.

[@RFSpartan]

LMAO for what? A 90lb concentration camp survivor ?

[@Jamesnu]

Thank you! Yeah, the bread is the weakest part of the sandwich. It had good flavor, but something more robust would've been better.

[@marlies7444]

@@RFSpartan if your response is to my statement of being able to turn this meal into 3 sandwiches, I would like to tell you that I find your comment very rude. I lost my grandfather in WW2 and my grandma barely made it out alive. We are Germans by the way. My dad had to dig through trash to find food for the family. So your comment is at the very least distasteful. I still pray you never have to loose family members like that or have your parents endure what mine had to.

[@nickfay2359]

So whats the bill for either one of those sandwiches? $25+?

[@Jamesnu]

The corned beef is currently $26.45 and the pastrami is a dollar more.

[@heimbone1]

What price was the sandwich?

[@Jamesnu]

The sandwich alone was $26.45.

[@darkblaze373]

Lost is such a good tv show, i miss it.

[@Jamesnu]

Same here!

[@darkblaze373]

@@Jamesnu watch leftovers, it’ll scratch that lost itch for sure

[@Jamesnu]

@@darkblaze373 I have. I really enjoyed that show too. In fact, I'm actually planning to read the book The Leftovers real soon.

[@darkblaze373]

@@Jamesnu the book sounds awesome, have you tried a kindle by any chance? I have over 1000 books on my ereader and its nice being able to read in bed before sleep

[@Jamesnu]

@@darkblaze373 Nope, I haven't used a kindle yet, but it might be something that I would want for the future.

[@MUFCXI]

You should have gone to Sarge’s Delicatessen. I feel their pastrami was far more superior and for the price you can’t go wrong.

[@animaladam5]

Sarges is better.. used to be 24 hours before the pandemic too

[@Jamesnu]

I've been to Sarge's, it's definitely a great place!