A Newark, NJ Staple: Cooper's Deli. Is it better than Katz's Deli NYC?

[@tiffanyw2876]

I don't think I've ever clicked on a video so fast🤣. I was born and raised in Newark and lived there for most of my life. Coopers was an integral part of my childhood. I'm 33 years old and I've been eating there since I was about 10. The food is bomb and the people there are so nice. They used to have another location in Newark/Irvington but I think he closed it. My go to sandwich is the hot pastrami on white roll with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and Russian dressing. Keep up the good work JL, shining a light on local small businesses👌😊

[@SLAYLORDFOCKER]

Omgggggg yes girl ! Big staple in NJ for years ! I’m 32 from Elizabeth and have such a love for Coopers ❤️

[@azurain1]

That was Cooper's on S. Orange and Grove I believe

[@christianhansen3292]

@@SLAYLORDFOCKER how much for a sandwich? i head him say 40 bucks.

[@gino423]

Where are they in Newark

[@kingtvt973]

Facts

[@copperculuredgal7113]

Picture it! Summertime... Newark NJ.. 1980's. My grandma would buy these sandwiches and feed 4 grandkids off of 1. with some quarter waters and a bag a chips. Ahhh.. Good times.

[@jerzeeboy86]

Coopers raised me & damn near my whole family on BOTH sides!! Salute to JL for highlighting staples in Newark!! 💯💯

[@katrinaassoumou6400]

I lived at this store when I lived in Newark, NJ right after the Riot in Newark, NJ. It is delicious. Amen

[@cyndinahicks8798]

Born and raised in Newark been going to Coopers since I was a little girl in the 70's still to this day and I'm 56 years old....they still delicious!😍

[@Shahzadkhan-dm3cv]

Wow you're certainly a old school Loyal customer.... 👍 Really we had gem's like these over Here in the UK 🇬🇧....

[@demetrieriley8040]

Hey CeeCee!!!What you talkin about coops for?🥰😙You know we used to crush that spot. Sandwiches UnLimited* the 1 in E.O. Of course & torpedo base in Paterson... remember how you hated me pushing my fingers in the sandwich?1😍🙈 pray you and your family are good

[@greenangeleyes614]

Cooper's used to be the spot back in the day on S. Orange Ave and Grove St in Newark! Awesome tasting sandwiches! JLJupiter you was right in my neighborhood when you was in Branch Brook Park doing your review! You and your wife really need to check out the Cherry Blossoms when they bloom late March/early April (depending on the weather warming up at that time). There is Cherry Blossom Festivities for about 2 weeks in the park at that time as well. North Newark is always an excellent place to explore little hidden gems of terrific food!!😊🌸🌳☀️

[@JustTah]

You're eating in Branch Brook Park in the Cherry Blossom section. Coopers is definitely giving Katz a run. Thank you for highlighting one of my favorite spots.

[@o.g.j.t.5922]

I Concur 😊

[@jameelhsabreebsmba6034]

I don't know about Katz...I grow around the corner from Cooper's ...back in the day forsure, today Katz all day today

[@jsp5417]

Thanks cuz I was just about to point out the name of the beautiful location!

[@ricobrown4543]

Back in the Day it was the spot I haven’t ate there in years

[@HankHillStricklandPropane]

I came here to say this. Every time he said Cherry Blossom I died a little inside.

[@SpiderKeif]

love the OG rolling around with the 24oz ice beer

[@majestya1357]

My brother, we do not call them "Hero" in North Jersey. It's a "Sub!"

[@o.g.j.t.5922]

In NYC it's a Hero 😂

[@Hooda18th007]

Facts😂😂 Jersey Strong 💪🏽

[@selectfew_ceo]

Definitely one of the best‼️ Newark’s finest

[@cnobillbradley9673]

In Buffalo we call ‘em Subs too

[@pauljones364]

Central jersey they call them hoagies 😂

[@lexxxusda1907]

That Park is famous for the Cherry Blossoms. However, the name of that Park is Branch Brook Park, Newark NJ.

[@TS-ll4hd]

That park is famous for that white tree, lmao Naw, the skating rink!

[@KJig5]

YES!!! YES!!! The heart and soul of Newark NJ sandwiches. Instant food coma after you finish one

[@devonmalcolm34]

😂🙏🏾

[@dianeridley9804]

My husband calls the "3-way" (corned beef, brisket, pastrami) the "bum sandwich" bc it will last at least three days! And he is right! 😋😋😋

[@mobbn973]

facts 😆

[@charliebruckman8661]

OMG, THEY'RE STILL OPEN!!! THE BEST!!!! I haven't been there in years. I used to drive an ambulance in the 90's and looked forward to Cooper's. I gotta go again.

[@FrankBradshaw_hoiketech]

Broooooo...... I grrew up on Cooper's Thanks for visiting!

[@bmagnetic]

I used to walk past Cooper’s & buy sandwiches from there from the 70’s thru the early 2000s when I moved out of the area. Cooper’s was NOTORIOUSLY known for the HUGE piles of meat they put on every sandwich! As fat as your sandwiches were, they were even bigger than that back in the days! Super delicious gem hidden in the hood! Thank you for giving my hometown some more shine! Peace!

[@VictorReynolds]

I started going to Cooper’s when I was in college back in the 80’s. I still go and do a “Coopers run” for the family when we want our sandwich fix! Both the pastrami and the brisket are good!

[@lorenzocompton737]

You just blew my dinner plans out the window!! Thanks JT! Keep doing what you doing blessings.

[@michaelm.3498]

BIG JERSEY!!! BRICK CITY!!! #JERSEYSTRONG #NEWARKVSEVERYBODY P.S. The park you were at is called Branch Brook Park...Cherry Blossoms are the trees they have...Check out the Cherry Blossom Festival with your wife and son it's pretty dope 💪🏾💯

[@SheldonGoode]

You finally came to my hood. Thanks bro!!!....I grew up right around the corner from that spot. I've been eating there since 1979 when my grammy would take me there, then send me to get us one when she didn't feel like going herself. Mr. Cooper was really cool dude as he used to make sure we took ALL of my grammy's change back...Lol!.....That spot is an important part of my childhood and I still eat there to this day when I'm in town. I live in Orlando now. Cheers bro, this is one of my fav youtube channels!!!!

[@tashajordan8856]

@ JL Jupiter thank you for trying Cooper's 👍 ( Mr. Cooper sandwiches used to feed four people, around 20 year's ago .. The other location was on South Orange av. & Grove in Newark as well . "I haven't ate there in ages the food used to be so good and give you so much for your money.. Thank you for supporting Newark..

[@JerseyLiyah]

Love Mr. Cooper he is a Newark legend🌹

[@tthompson4768]

You mean to tell me that i can get a mean ass cornbeef or pastrami sandwich and a pint of Jack?!? Enough said, Im sold!!! Lol. The golf drip was on point too...

[@missblak00]

😂😂😂😂

[@yasinali830]

💀💀💀😭😭😭😭

[@mr.aquarius]

JL, you're the GOAT.

[@forever3red251]

On God

[@achildsheart4658]

Pretty much . I love JL! Keep doing your thing

[@forever3red251]

@@achildsheart4658 Big Facts

[@socalbass758]

Mark Wien is the GOAT

[@achildsheart4658]

@@socalbass758 no he’s super mainstream. JL goes everywhere. Not just the recent hot spots! JL with the people!!

[@jeffreywhite4214]

Yo JL you Made it I'm Right around the Corner ✌🏾💯 Brother

[@donaldbanks8921]

I live in Richmond Virginia now but that’s my home for 43 years!!!

[@timothynorman8709]

East Orange NJ native I grew up on Cooper's, my mom's use get another loaf of bread and make more sandwiches off of one half. Definitely a classic spot, legendary.

[@OShesAMonsta]

Correction, you were in BRANCH BROOK PARK,not cherry blossom park. They have cherry blossoms in the park but the actual name of the park is Branch Brook Park...Jersey Couple here and we love your content ❤️

[@overcomer59]

Branch Brook Park has more cherry blossoms than DC

[@poeticbeauty8259]

You drove to a safer spot 👍🏾 & I can say that bc I'm born&raised there. Anyway, thanks for frequenting Newark bc we do have some really good eat spots. They use to give so much meat you could make 2 or 3 sandwiches for the family but your total was really good for the amount of sandwiches and drinks you got, Enjoy. Appreciate ya!!!

[@Philasophical_Truth.Wisdom]

2 things: 1.) Because they weigh it now, I guess they finally realized they couldn’t sustain a profitable business by giving away too much food. They KNEW they had to pay attention to #FoodCost. 2.) You should give some recommendations to some of your favorite eateries.👍🏾😁😁

[@poeticbeauty8259]

@@Philasophical_Truth.Wisdom I absolutely agree with #1. My comment was longer but I deleted some stuff bc I can sometimes be long-winded. Inflation is real and when you own a buisness you have to make a profit!!! I will def suggest some good eateries... I'll be back soon with those suggestions.

[@Philasophical_Truth.Wisdom]

You are so right @@poeticbeauty8259 plus, they have employees & they want to make sure the people who’s helping them be successful are also able to support themselves, so being profitable is the responsible thing to do.👍🏾😁

[@thomasthetrain3942]

I grew up going to Coopers..My parents moved to the townhouse directly in front of Coopers back in 1993, and they actually still live in that neighborhood…I agree it is not the safest spot..but outside of a few people coming up to him asking for some spare change, he probably would have been ok eating the subs outside the car like he usually does..nevertheless it was a great video and he did the right thing lol…peace Brick City!

[@luckeyhal1]

Safer spot lol lol ever house on that area has bars all over the windows and doors lol

[@keesh8055]

One of the best in NJ. Thank you! Yes, they definitely used to give you more meat.

[@anyanwucarter4329]

Beloved thank you for showing my city love..Coppers is a staple man, and thank you for hitn the best spots for US to eat at..love you man

[@edwardjordan3801]

Thank you big brother for what you doing highlighting local restaurants in your area let me know when you come to Chicago peace be still brother

[@virgilsantaclara]

Oh Wow JL , Thanx for supporting the Delis Of Wonderful NJ Making marks of places i need 2 go on my bucket list , Bless u and Fam and all the people that Love what u do Agape

[@maryotley7453]

Hi 👋 👋 👋 there JL Jupiter happy Wednesday to you enjoy 👋 😉 😀 😊 😘

[@gforcetv8005]

They use to have another location across town but they close it down about 10 15 years ago because of the violence around the city smfh I hope they open it back up again cause now things are slowly turning around for the better

[@HARRYOSATX]

The way you put ya editing and choice of tracks is clean playa… great vid my G

[@omariberfet9980]

Oh you finally came to my hood!!

[@stephaniemoore3504]

I'm literally crying I'm so homesick ..I didn't know they were still open and it looks the same..

[@EggyMcLove]

True story from my fellow Newark People. That's half of the serving from the past. They use to stack it up double time.

[@mybexchange6330]

JL Jupiter is hitting all the local spots in the area! Represent JL !

[@marcosdenizatrailhiker2037]

Thank you, JL, for introducing us to all these great places!

[@TheWanderingFoodude]

Thank you for motivating us to start our channel. We started January 4th of this year and are really helping a lot of mom and pops restaurants out here in Seattle! Hope you come here soon to do some more videos!

[@Vonny-vj2vt]

Eating there for years that’s a north Jersey Legacy

[@robr4596]

I'm retiring soon. at 55 years old, still golf like crazy. I plan on traveling this great nation and checking out food joints and golf tournaments. Y'all are on my list for one of my 1st stops. I like the cap he's wearing. Go Hawks!

[@JamesWalker-cs6vp]

Thanks for putting my hometown and Cooper's in a good light

[@richthecardude94]

Dude just chilling with the natural Ice in the cup holder lol nice vid man have to try this place if I’m ever in the area

[@gsxrJOE92]

It was a BUD ICE, but I caught that too bro 🍺😎👍🏼

[@perryschwarz16]

I was just turning on KZbin and don't know how I found your channel but I love it. I'm addicted. Thanks for highlighting small business staples and for showing the nice staples and highlights of Newark.

[@annbaker294]

My favorite from Coopers is pastrami lettuce and tomatoes mayo and mustard on roll rocking 💯

[@lizziehatch7030]

You make me hungry every time I watch your videos. Pastrami is my favorite. Roll dice. Thank you for keeping videos coming. God bless.

[@JK22MUHAMMAD]

Peace Brother JLJupiter 🙏🏾 my husband daughter and I been missing your videos and recommendations happy to see you ☺️

[@bounceback1140]

Coopers been around since I was a kid 59 young love Mr Cooper he did the catering for my mother funeral Coopers the Best # Love my city the bricks I still eat their from 70s-2022 #love coopers

[@robertgarrett1593]

Cooper's is the Best when it comes to Sandwiches in Newark NJ. You got there at a good time because they be crowded sometimes, but it's worth the wait.

[@ericgarner7180]

Jl it's called branchbrook park,its known for the cherry blossoms in peak season....but good spot to try also is golden wings in East orange on 4th avenue

[@virginiastreet5708]

Coopers sandwiches are the best. Newark has everything we need. Let go and support our city.

[@isisdaddy1]

Mr Cooper is the coolest man ever. Great stand up man with the best sandwich in any town.

[@AstorStreet_MikeHigh]

Ol school had the tall can of BUD ICE in plain view!🤣🤣🤣

[@JamesCH08]

Lol yup old head was lit, early in the day... Taking that tall can to the head 😂😂😂

[@SideFX815]

I thought I was the only one that peeped 😆😭😭🤟🏽

[@SideFX815]

Especially cause years ago when I was down bad I had to get whatever was cheapest and you couldn’t go wrong with Bud Ice Tallboys 2 for $2 😂

[@gsxrJOE92]

@@SideFX815 I pay 2 for $3 nowadays and still a great value

[@deerock6304]

Grew up off coopers , down the street from west side high on south orange avenue turkey and cheese..hot pastrami on rye.. corn beef on a white roll .. Brick city forever

[@LeeLee007]

I remember my momma coming here and getting two sandwiches, one for her and my dad to split, and the other for me and my 3 older sisters to share. That’s just how much meat they used to put up there. My mom would be able to make four sandwiches for us kids just from one Coopers sandwich. Lol. She would give it to us with some chips and kool aid and we were some happy kids.

[@peachjuice2730]

These sandwiches were the best! Definitely good memories. My fave is a hot pastrami w cheese, grilled onions on a roll with Russian dressing. Heaven….

[@davidmorgan1374]

Thanks for the Memory! I moved from Newark over 17 years ago! Great Sandwiches! Another great video would be John's Place!

[@Al-NisaShaRat]

Jersey Born And Bread! Yes! They Once Gave More Meat.. But, It’s So Worth It! Giving Love To Mr And Mrs Cooper! #BLESSINGS

[@hampstershat123]

Lol, that dude in the car rollin around with a beer in the cup holder.

[@ladygreer9323]

Hello JL. Happy Hump Day.... I love me a good sandwich... Enjoy... ❤️🐞🥰

[@mobbn973]

u gotta run that 3-way combo (pastrami, roast beef, and corn beef ) with russian dressing!! and they did used to give wayyy more meat. they had another location back in the day too on grove st and south orange ave

[@lisarobertson1234]

🥰 Looks absolutely awesome! Thanks for sharing. From VA!

[@kevinmarshall4965]

That sandwich looks so delicious 😋........!!!!!....When I visit Newark NJ I must make a stop by Cooper's Deli man.......!!!!!

[@courtneypugh2522]

So Dope....I'm heading to Coopers tomorrow..... I so love that you highlighted Coopers.... Top Notch Deli 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ramonbutler2889]

Next time try the pastrami/corned beef combo...thanks for coming to the Bricks! 💯💯

[@killak1975]

It used to be 2 locations 1 on south orange Ave and 20th st and the other on orange st the one on 20th closed some years back

[@SLAYLORDFOCKER]

I’ve been going here for years ! Love Coopers. Fresh and never stingy with the meats. I recently have tried Katz and love them too for the same reason. Pastrami from both spots hits 👌🏾

[@sjustmelinn6326]

I'm going back. They used to have two spots. One on South Orange Ave and this one. I was so used to s.o. I didn't know about this one. I can't wait.

[@donaldbanks8921]

That’s my home baby boy

[@tamircortez1447]

Damn you right down the street from me.. BRICK CITY NEWARK NJ.. 💯

[@jprincess2143]

Cooper's is definitely a city 💎

[@nikip9161]

That beautiful rye bread holding that juicy pastrami together... So good. 👍❤️🥪

[@benjamintribe4652]

Man I'm telling you!!💪👍👌🤤😋🥪💯

[@doktaknow9737]

You were in the hood hood!! Peace to my city of Newark, The Bricks That brisket with cole slaw and thousand island dressing is the one

[@Lonewolf_1776]

That's what I always get

[@bluecollarscholarmelrosepa5673]

JLJUPITER Much Success to you and your family and friends..I enjoy your Foodie Videos🌅🌄

[@mizraw9200]

Been going there for Years always on Point💯🔥🔥🔥

[@marcelbishop94]

I love the sandwiches and the salads are good too. The service can go either way though. Shout to Mr. Coopers for giving locals jobs but service is hit or miss... Lol

[@blaqdiemenz]

I wish you could have meet Mr Cooper he is the nicest guy.. me and my wife had a Convo with him about marriage, raising children, business building and setting up for future family generational wealth..

[@TheWanderingFoodude]

We have to add this to our list of places to go!!

[@gailwilliams9131]

OMG..Born and Raised in Newark. I moved out of state almost 20 years ago. I forgot about Coopers. I used to go there all the time. I am going home in two weeks, I will definitely go by and get a pastrami sandwich. Yes..the sandwich use to be so big . As with everything inflation. I will still support small business. JL thanks for spot lighting Coopers. Much success JL

[@mollev6012]

It's Branch Brook Park 😊, they have a nice section of beautiful cherry blossoms. I haven't had a Cooper sandwich in years.

[@N.a.j.i.]

COOPERS BEEN THE ANSWER IN NEWARK for a long time!! STILL OFFICIAL!!💰👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@nishekawardlow7841]

Lol… This was my home town back in the late 70’s and 80’s. Cooper’s has always been the favorite among my family and friends 🤗

[@williamanderson3651]

Use to be able to make 4 sandwiches with the amount of meat they use to give you back in the day

[@o.g.j.t.5922]

There was a fresh sea food place in Downtown Paterson NJ that sold fish sandwiches that you could take home and make 2, 3 if they were for children 💯👍😎

[@dave2899]

@@o.g.j.t.5922 That spot is called Paterson Seafood 7-11 Fair St. It's in a alleyway in the cut downtown. I miss that spot a must try for all of yall

[@dianeridley9804]

Copper's is still open? I know their S. Orange Ave location closed... I'm heading back to the original location! You are in the Belleville, NJ section of Branch Brook Park, near the Cherry Bossom Welcome Center. Branch Brook Park has the most cherry blossom trees of any park in the US, including all of Washington, DC. But where you are is more than a 5-min drive from Cooper's restaurant

[@HellaChluy]

Taste better then Katz if I’m gonna keep it a buck 🔥 💯

[@EdCNJ]

JL making his way back into the Brick City, respect. If your into Hot Dogs check out Chris Red Hots whenever you roll back through. Awesome hotdogs not far from where you sat down for lunch. It’s on Heller Parkway within the center of Branch Brook Park.

[@sabrinablocker329]

They ROCK!!!💯

[@terrenceseymour]

Outstanding! It's hard to find anything like that in New Zealand damn it all. Well especially in small town New Zealand. Love your work bro.

[@tperkins9411]

Shout out to you for representing Brick City Newark, NJ. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@bigspenda2990]

Pastrami and corned beef with Cole slaw and Russian dressing on Rye bread is the 🌊

[@boateng8098]

Don’t apologize for the golf game, brother! Shirt is dope too.

[@jimdellavecchia4594]

Pickle wrapped separately is huge! Keeps the bread from getting soggy. Absolute pro move. I guarantee the same sandwich in NYC costs 3 times more $$$

[@JUSTBEINGPATTI]

The corned beef on a long roll is $14+ there , How much is it in NY now?

[@allen6924]

25+easy and probably not as good.

[@alexiapreston-barnes4442]

I have never been to this Deli but from this video I plan to become a regular! This place looks friendly and awesome! I can't wait to try! Thanks for the video! I would never have known about this gem!

[@804titan]

Coopers used to be more incredible than that... next time get the pastrami / brisket combo w/ swiss cheese Lettuce, tomato and Russian dressing on a roll ... that's how i used to eat mine... hit me up there's a few golf tournaments you maybe interested in

[@g6878]

Pastrami wit russian dressing and coleslaw.Trust me you will bite your tongue off eating it. BANGIN

[@sheisme2]

Thanks for taking your content creating serious! Even taking the time to make a video and highlight a small business before your leisure time! We appreciate your videos.

[@TamaraInTanzania]

Corned beef, pastrami,...Aaaannnd its a licka stow?! 😍😍😍🤙

[@keijimuto]

In Newark i had the best Pastrami Sandwiches at HOBBYS Deli.

[@reefb4364]

Growing up in the Newark in the late 70’s and 80’s Coopers on that side of Newark was official and on the other side of Newark Bragman’s was the other spot - superb sandwiches🔥🔥🔥👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿 My favorite was the Brisket with mustard and russian dressing👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿✅✅✅✅💯💯💯💯