World's GREATEST DELI! Katz's Deli Menu Review! Pastrami, Corned Beef & Other Jewish Staples

[@uaeats]

I couldn't think of a better way to celebrate 70K subs than to return to the restaurant that got me my first 100K view vid. Thanks for all the support in getting the channel here. Hopefully we hit 100K subs someday!

[@BlackJesus8463]

Nice!

[@tedrich2343]

Good use of the word Mench! I love Katz's, but I'm a rare roast beef guy. Unfortunately, that's another item that you can not get in the Midwest (well, you can get it, but it tastes completely different).

[@ChozoBrain]

I only found your channel recently. I like that you say what you mean and don't sugarcoat anything, even with this place you trashed the bread even though you love the restaurant.

[@alexm7589]

You will get to 100k in no time. Just pick a better place to celebrate 100k!

[@BlowinFree]

@@alexm7589nah not when he disrespects his subscribers by toning down that’s clown music and wearing face masks two years after the demic

[@tammyrogers4201]

Thanks!

[@adriandahlstedt]

Does he do live videos or did you tip while watching a prerecorded video?

[@vivianfoster702]

This is my childhood. Been coming here since I was 6 years old. It was $7 in 1979! It was always an expensive sandwich but so worth it.

[@goodputin4324]

Enough with the bs

[@willie549]

No

[@gregkareem9824]

​@@goodputin4324stop cursing its a sin dude

[@goodputin4324]

@@gregkareem9824 keep quiet, boy.

[@goodputin4324]

@@gregkareem9824 keep quiet, boy.

[@bsr6823]

I think this is the happiest I’ve ever seen you in a video!!! I absolutely love Katz Deli it’s so freaking good. It’s definitely the best deli in the world.

[@uaeats]

I have a lot of great memories here so I guess it showed!

[@rogerrosen2323]

@@uaeats homeless is ruing langers thats why

[@youngdoctorathlete8334]

Perfect! 0:02

[@jglasernyc]

I never had a bad meal at Katz's Deli. Thanks for the review, I'm hungry now!

[@100185261]

loved hearing about your story when you had that bad day and went to Katz'. That's what good food does to the body, mind and soul!! Congrats on the 70k, onwards and upwards!

[@gregjanover741]

I love Katz's deli. The one thing I would reccomend is order your sandwich on a club roll. The club roll may be more bread than you may want for your sandwich, BUT it holds the meat better than the rye which falls apart in your hands and it is much easier to eat the meat off the sandwich to trim it down enough to make it a perfect hand held bite. I am not saying the rye is a bad bite, but the club roll makes it easier to hold while eating and I do not think takes away from the flavor of the sandwich.

[@GOTAisMe]

The best of the best. Love your reviews UA. I also grew up in the NYC area and everyone here seems to have a real love for great ethnic food. It's incredible how no matter what your background if you are from the tri-state area you are one with the brother and sisterhood of appreciation for great ethnic food.

[@3ls4g4c10us]

The pro move at Katz’s is to avoid the lousy rye bread (I love rye but theirs is bad) and get your sandwich on club bread! Try it next time!

[@Cliff11]

That exactly what I was thinking

[@smokedsalmon9991]

Nice re-visit review UA! Katz is always so good, always one of those places you got to go back each time in NY even as a local!

[@uaeats]

It's great! It's expensive, and most of the time a long line. But if you can get in without waiting like I did, it's great and the portion size is huge so the price is not as bad as people think

[@JustsBob]

Wonderfull place, my best memory of Katz is buying pastrami on rye with my dad around thanksgiving and eating them in the sun in Central Park. Happy memories of a great visit. Thanks for anorher great video.

[@youngdoctorathlete8334]

This is an absolutely wonderful review in every possible way. Personally contextualized as part of a larger, ongoing journey, UA's passionate devotion to the taste experience touches the viewer, who ultimately understands the genuine search for gastronomic plenitude. In its very own way, Katz's fulfills a quest that few can translate or transmit with such artful precision and sensitively lavish praise. A polyphonic treat for the senses. Kudos!

[@uaeats]

Wow thanks for the kind words and the very well-written analysis!

[@alisachamoy225]

I genuinely loved hearing how this food lifted you up "emotionally". (I used to get sushi with someone who used to be a good friend and for a while, the sushi was really something that was very comforting for me). I also appreciate your visiting another Jewish deli (again) and kudos on the use of the word "mensch" in the video :).

[@gregorydonohue8789]

UA - loved your personal share at the end. Great perspective. That type of reflection is a gift for those that pause to process it, in their own personal journeys. Really refreshing commentary. Thanks for the constant positive vibes. It is why I watch every vid.

[@swftsildedly]

Outstanding video, I love Katzs when I visit from Florida.

[@bartonpercival3216]

There use to be a Katz's deli in a strip mall off Red Road in Pembroke Pines area. It was pretty good, but I'm sure not as good as the original in NYC!!

[@mrbing70]

As kids, we would go there regularly because we lived in Brooklyn at the time in the 1970s. I didn't think it was a big deal going to Katz at the time, it wasn't that busy either in the 70s and early 80s, but now I'd love to go, I haven't been there in over 30 years. I remember back in the 70s. They had fly paper hanging from the ceilings and a sign that said "send this salami to your boy in the army".

[@turtlepowersf]

Hey, UA. They sell flexible, neck worn mounts for your phone that should allow you to film while utilizing both hands to eat.

[@pileofwit]

Just have a camera drone hover by the table!

[@Allenryan819]

Sometimes the line for katz stretches all the way to Russ and daughters by the way, which is arguably the best bagels in all of iNew York.😂 you should try that spot next UA ?

[@uaeats]

Yes I should! It's on my list and I haven't gotten to it yet

[@dr.stacey7283]

Katz’s is the best!! Thanks for another great video!

[@uaeats]

Thanks for watching!

[@AvenueD417]

They use U-Bet chocolate syrup, it’s much thicker than regular chocolate syrup for chocolate egg cream

[@sappyhead]

Their mustard that’s made in house, and knishes ( regular and sweet potato) are THE bomb.

[@rogerrosen2323]

yes the knishes in the store have crust too much must bake it yes their balls are by machine to heat inside

[@GreaterThannn]

Wowowo sounds so good

[@franks3904]

$45 AUD for a Reuben is insane. I know you get enough for two in one sandwich, however, its still exhorbitant.

[@crabapples1995]

It’s actually pathetic that people are paying for this. Complete greed

[@varunaX]

agreed. its over $50 CAD after tax and tip. its criminal and the reason why its 100% overrated and a tourist trap. i have to disagree with UA here

[@iec7587]

not insane since they are busy

[@bsr6823]

@@crabapples1995 you sound ignorant, and ridiculous. It’s the greatest deli on the planet in New York City.

[@WaterJake]

100% worth it, every NYer knows

[@michaelfinley8540]

I have been to NYC twice. I have been to Katz's twice. Corned Beef and Pastrami are the bomb.

[@dkgong]

I'm glad you tried the Matzo Ball soup. I've always wondered how good it is.

[@tr852]

As a native New Yorker, we love Katz, and it's always been a crowded place to eat, but even more crowded because of social media. The prices are sky high and tourists more than the natives will spend that much on a sandwich. It's def enough food to share, so you are getting your money's worth! I honestly like the hot dogs more than anything. The pastrami is very good, but it's so much of it, you get full fast. I do think it's a place that people should visit, just know you will spend some cash!

[@ManChan-w5p]

Grew up in Alphabet City in Manhattan and could walk to Katz but I never been inside. I avoid expensive tourist traps. Veneiros on first Avenue got touristy and expensive back in the 80's.

[@BunnyWatson-k1w]

And get there early to avoid the crowds. I think the place is open some days at 8:00 am.

[@senderupwords7720]

Love and Light from Laos Brother!

[@hello_world_104]

I went to Katz just as part of a food tour never heard of it and omg I've been dreaming about going back to nyc and getting it again for months

[@sallysmitgeddes2270]

Another great video thx UA,keep it coming 😊

[@thelastninja4825]

thank you UA, I must try this sandwich even though I dont really like or eat meat.

[@archiecalkins4790]

Have been working in the food industry for 40 years and not a stickler for food safety, but seeing that guy rest the chocolate bottle inside your glass is something else.

[@scrappy291]

😂

[@pizzulo8111]

Wear a mask and get your boosters. Then you're safe.

[@johnnyyuen809]

Agree with you totally, this is the best deli par none. It is worth the wait and the price. The pastrami melts in your mouth; and, one sandwich can feed two people. Best of all, you can sample the meats before you make your order.

[@normandea]

The air vent with the water stains behind you looks disgusting. For a place as famous at Katz's, you would think they would clean up the ceiling. The sandwiches however, and the hot dog, look divine. The matzah ball is huge! The prices are outrageous.

[@jeffreyjohn2037]

You can tell that the tiles have been replaced in the past. The duct work should be reinsulated and sealed.

[@leebooz3677]

Love your videos, hopefully one day I can go and try it....

[@JoeTheGetItGuy]

I have been all famous deli around the NYC, and Katz is definitely best of the best.

[@uaeats]

Yeah I've eaten so many delis, particularly in NYC, and Katz's is for sure still #1. Langer's in LA is the only one that might edge them

[@xmanofstle]

Nice review as always!

[@MrBrunchies]

Chocolate Egg Cream looks extremely refreshing damn I want one of those.

[@Grd583]

Super expensive but looks good.

[@mikes.4136]

The food looks incredible! I want to try a chocolate egg cream and a vanilla egg cream, someday. The hot dog seems amazing. Congrats on hitting the 70K mark!

[@RyanCoomer]

BEST CHANNEL OUT THERE!!!!!!

[@denisedejesus1248]

First time I had pastrami was at Katz. I don’t eat pastrami, and still don’t unless it’s from Katz lol! “Manna from heaven” love it! Thanks for reviewing some of the other food items. Good to know.

[@ihatebobsaget1989]

I went here a little over 10 years ago, it was my first time in NYC. I remember all the photos of famous people on the wall. I went with group of people at night time and I remember having a table with a server, we def. Didn't have to wait in line. Honestly i remember the pastrami being okay, nothing special. some of the local delis in brooklyn are a lot more memorable to me

[@Ian5325]

I think they changed their bread during the pandemic. I remember very clearly that before the pandemic, their bread would never fall apart.

[@m.theresa1385]

I think it’s just that the bread was baked that morning and was super fresh.

[@Ian5325]

@@m.theresa1385 I usually go there at the dinner time, and I remember in early 2022, their bread was still not that crumbly, but then I went there again in the winter and I can feel the bread is completely different.

[@m.theresa1385]

@@Ian5325 Their site says they make the bread. I’ve not been there in a bit, but I’d not be surprised if they’ve changed. (I’m not in the area as frequently any more)

[@ellenlee7775]

Please come to Chicago and try the Vienna company’s pastrami and corned beef! You’ll love it!!

[@simonsbuddy1806]

Dude add another taste sensation: put COLE SLAW on the sandwich with the mustard on both sides of sandwich. HEAVEN!!

[@mediaxmarketing4631]

love katz’. perfect 2am drunk food (also rarely a line at that time)

[@EyesWideOpen61]

Very good and correct, there is no finer deli. Waiting in line and talking to other people is even fun, it’s the best.

[@jeffs.4313]

Excellent review, UA. It's kinda pricey, but if someone enjoys the food, then to each his own. If I ever make it to NY, I'll pay the $30 just to try it. Keep up the great work! I am looking forward to your next review.

[@jasanmiguel]

UA, I've got to say, Pastrami Bistro is pretty damn good too! Thanks for hooking us up with that place!

[@roadwarrior280]

I am 68. My parents would take me for glasses on Rivington st. Then Katz’s. My grandfather would take my mother there . An institution. Old Jewish Old Lower East Side.

[@hoshaoyan2238]

I'm from Malaysia and I ordered the same combo on my last visit to NYC😜

[@acharis]

As usual, UA, another great video. I still say you need to review knishes. That egg cream while looked tasty, needed some Fox's U-Bet syrup 😂😂

[@BunnyWatson-k1w]

Fat content levels at 4:36. You can ask for low, medium, or high fat content at many delis and the guy will cut it like that for you. With something like a corned beef, pastrami, or Montreal smoked meat, I would recommend "medium" style. It has the best fat to meat ratio and great flavor. And yes, mustard is a must.

[@m.theresa1385]

Nice review. It’s been a little while since I was there. I’m due back for a tongue sandwich - delicious! (Plus those half sour pickles :))

[@CL_G]

Beef tongue sandwiches are good. I never had it from Katz. The first time I tried it was from a similar Jewish spot called Lido's deli in Long Island.

[@jc0730]

Memories of a chocolate egg cream takes me back!

[@xc7525]

Would love to see you work your way through Kat’s menu😊

[@xxzvdogxx]

Great video!

[@samia6888]

If you are in Brooklyn, there is one called David’s Brisket House and literally I can not tell the difference between those two and I loved KATZ (but the lines are too long from when I went), so highly recommend David’s and it’s halal too for those who eat strictly halal meat. Edit: I realize he already did make a video on it 😊

[@BlowinFree]

Halal!! Never!!!!!!!

[@BlowinFree]

A Jewish deli will be KOSHER NOT HALAL FGS

[@samia6888]

@@BlowinFree if the shoe don’t fit, don’t wear it!!!!!

[@BlowinFree]

@@samia6888 it’s barbaric and cruel. Also why is a kosher deli selling halal?

[@samia6888]

@@BlowinFree it's not barbaric and cruel. Kosher is the same? So Kosher is barbaric and cruel too? What about the non kosher, non halal meats that the animals are being cramped up in cages and stunned? That's not barbaric and cruel enough for you? Halal meat is just meat that is slaughtered by saying "In the name of God" and the animal has to be slaughtered in a manner that is quick to prevent any suffering. The meat tastes the same as any other meat, nothing is added on to it or manipulated in any way.

[@StephenRyder-w3q]

The single greatest deli in the world. There is no simpler, no truer way to say it.

[@youngdoctorathlete8334]

Exactly!

[@varunaX]

Except it's not

[@StephenRyder-w3q]

@@varunaX Tell me the one that is and where to find it

[@johnn.4407]

Why do I torture myself looking at all this incredible food you eat?! As a non-New Yorker those prices are hard to swallow 😉 but when in Rome.... Great work by the way.

[@Blinknone]

Those prices are absolutely insane. Must be a tourist trap. $20 for a bagel and cream cheese? $17 for a kid's cheeseburger? Ridiculous.

[@navigatorone1808]

The rye bread broke off because it was so fresh that it didn't have the body/firmness of bread that's been hanging around for several hours..mixed with the heat from the pastrami, it caved on lifting, but i'd always opt for the freshest bread or a slightly heated version but it's still a sensational sandwich..extra sour on the pickles always and a fair amount of mustard too..as for the Dog, sauerkraut with mustard & relish known as the sweet works is a must do..great review UA as always...

[@MarkSteele-j1b]

Best line ever. Over shoot that salt solution 😂😂. Been there buddy 🤣

[@SopranoPizzaJMFNJ]

Katz's Is Fantastic! The Food Is Always Delicious 👍

[@GreaterThannn]

Thai was an epic review that hot dog does look insanely good

[@Middleagegrind]

I've had Philly cheesesteak there too. Excellent!

[@KnittingKnoobie]

I was gonna suggest going early to beat the crowd! Also the pastrami and eggs dish is 🔥 as is the ruben with pastrami

[@jeffreygeorge219]

Try Carnegies deli... .. Get the 4 lb Pastrami/corned beef split w/ extra rye and spicy mustard. $99 BACK THEN... WE WENT TO ORIOLES/YANKEES GAME IN 2019, THAT SANDWICH FED BOTH OF US.. PICKLES ARE THE BEST TOO..

[@caz5021]

Can you try Krispy Pizza in Brooklyn?

[@mindysuarez1699]

The person that made your hotdog was very nice good customer service skills 👌

[@MRSTEEL15]

I had a very bad experience with the hot dog guy 30yrs ago....Long story

[@StephenRyder-w3q]

I'm an 81 year old American. I've lived in New York all my life except for the times I've lived in Casablanca, Sydney, Copenhagen, Paris, Acapulco, Montreal, Munich, Milan, Bucharest, Prague, Kiev, Vienna, Buenos Aires, Bora Bora, Amsterdam and Manilla. Government work. I'm a 250 pound guy - never missed a meal. Paris has 44,000 restaurants, all of them good. They have to be to survive more than two weeks there - the French, especially Parisians are very fussy, and outspoken. I speak fluent French and I know how and what to order. Theirs is some of the finest food in the world. Italy is a close second, but they can be a little heavy-handed. I've eaten kangaroo (awful,) rattlesnake (mild,) and passed on monkey brains. Pass on Germany altogether. Bottom line? Katz's better than, and cheaper than the best eatery in Paris or Milan. And of course light years above all the rest. It is the tastiest, most satisfying and most memorable food you will ever eat. I would rather have a $30.00 pastrami sandwich at Katz's than a Wagyu Cote de Boeuf Westholme Wagyu, $255 steak at the magnificent Delmonico's. Value is a relative thing. I've had $1,000 dinners at Delmonico's in New York, The Polo Lounge in Beverly Hills, and Guy Savoy in Paris. Katz's is not only better - but a genuine BARGAIN price wise. It's just too raucus and generally noisy and crowded for a business lunch - take those to The Old Homestead, a truly great NY steakhouse. Prices start at $100.

[@NarrativeTruth]

Just a note, Katz's mustard is not considered spicy brown. It's "Deli Mustard." If you want a similar deli mustard look for Batampte Deli Mustard at Shop Rite stores in their deli department.

[@xneapolisx]

Hahaha...."a real mensch"...UA keeps topping himself! Way to go, UA, fantastic review. 😊

[@uaeats]

Hopefully I am a mensch too making this vid!

[@damienkrypt8080]

UA does a wonderful job of demonstrating what happens when you try to pick up a Katz's sandwich with one hand while trying to shoot video on his phone with the other... Moral of the story: Use two hands to pick it up. Add mustard before each bite so the bread doesn't get needlessly soggy. And, the price is actually quite fair considering the combo of quality and quantity in their sandwiches. Yeah, you could get a pastrami sandwich somewhere else, save $8-10 and get half the meat that's not nearly as good.

[@andresit]

Hey UA how about that place in Garfield NJ been there and to be honest for half the price I dont know if I like Katz's more

[@AussieAngeS]

If I ever get to go to the USA I will definitely have to go visit Katz’s

[@BlackJesus8463]

They need that Arby's marble rye bread. 😂😂

[@luteboyslim]

I want a knish so bad!

[@via2552]

Try Harry's Hot Dogs in Salisburyville pa. Would love to see your opinion.

[@demst046]

UA, you really should try your pastrami sandwich on club bread at Katz’s. It’s so much better than rye!!! Holds up much better too.

[@BunnyWatson-k1w]

Those prices are in USD at 2:37. They have gone up due to inflation. However Katz's was never cheap compared to other delis in the NYC area. It attracts tourists so prices will be high. However, I do think the deli does make a great sandwich.

[@BunnyWatson-k1w]

There are many great delis in the NYC area. I have often found a rivalry between meat delis (like Katz's) and dairy delis (like Russ and Daughters).

[@KillenEMsoftly]

great vid UA

[@Bigski]

“…I don’t wanna confuse my pallet with too many flavors…” Don’t ever order a hotdog in Chicago with that mindset. A Chicago dog comes with onions, relish, mustard, tomato, pickles, sport peppers, and a sprinkle of celery salt. Talk about a confused pallet. 😂 Some people order it by saying gimme a dog and drag it through the garden. Also if you try to get ketchup on your dog and are over the age of 12, you’re liable to have the police called on you. Lol! That corned beef and pastrami looked fabulous! I’ve been to NY once but didn’t know this place existed. If I ever go again I’ll definitely have to stop by Katz’s.

[@robinbraxton5345]

Just wondering is the When Harry Met Sally sign still there?

[@JeffSayYes]

I need to get it soon now

[@cconcepcion3353]

Katz Pastrami is a treat to eat.

[@josharch1992]

Yeah langers bread don’t fall apart so easily. They win

[@proTRUMPproREALMADRID]

Can you do more videos of places in Chinatown? Aka places that are not super overpriced?

[@ManChan-w5p]

Good Idea for locals only. Locals look for deals. Tourists look for highway robberies.

[@chefahi1299]

UA is Tom Brady when he was backing up Bledsoe…it’s only a matter of time, you might be the GOAT 🎉

[@uaeats]

Whoa that's quite a compliment! The Tom Brady of food reviewing? Has a nice "ring" to it

[@RFSpartan]

Dude get that nose out of his ass

[@Bobbydigtail17]

UA! Congrats on the continued success!!! Let’s go look for some Cuban sandwiches!

[@kmslegal-y7n]

UA, Pastrami is brined also. The only difference is corn beef is boiled after the brining and Pastrami is dry rubbed, smoked and steamed. I have made them both from scratch

[@notreyf]

I'm British, but have relatives in NYC. They always tell me Katz's is overrated. Next time I fly the pond I will ignore them and go there for a soup and pastrami on rye. Thank you!!

[@777RL]

Do you tip twice here? Once for the meat cutter and then the server?

[@ChozoBrain]

That would have to be some great food at those prices.

[@iec7587]

it is

[@ChozoBrain]

@@iec7587 I am stuck in Sydney, Australia : (

[@iec7587]

@@ChozoBrain I assume you have better views on the beaches than I do

[@raymondblanc2345]

yeah i really want to try Katz one day :3💕 I liked that show Dr. Katz on Comedy Central a while back lol

[@appolop8273]

UA is spot on about the quality of the bread. Almost every video I see about Katz's, the bread is falling apart.

[@uaeats]

If they could just address that it would be a perfect sandwich!

[@appolop8273]

@@uaeats The rye bread at Schwartz's in Montreal, is a million times better than Katz's. Cheers from Montreal. Love your channel.

[@m.theresa1385]

I think it’s that the meat is hot and juicy so if it sits the steam breaks the bread - also because the bread is very soft and fresh.

[@monkeyballs512]

@@appolop8273no. It’s ok, but not even in the same league.

[@varunaX]

It's not. Quality rye is denser and holds up​@@m.theresa1385

[@ricogreenberg]

I still think Schwartz’s Deli in Montreal is still my favourite.

[@BunnyWatson-k1w]

Great deli. Is Abie's in Outremont still open? They were father and son managers of Schwartz's at one time.

[@ricogreenberg]

@@BunnyWatson-k1w Unfortunately Abie’s Deli closed around 2015. I live in Toronto and we have a Schwartz’s clone called Sumilicious and it’s actually a Michelin Award winner for the last 3 years. Their Montreal Smoke Meat is just as good as Schwartz’s, their owner worked there for years before opening his own deli in Toronto.

[@Snowboarder16]

Get real

[@jimbob-s4b]

You said the sandwich may not look good but I love a messy sandwich😮😅🎉🎉

[@user-qm7nw7vd5s]

I’ve eaten there a few times. Insane prices, but huge portions, so I guess you get what you pay for. More like a cafeteria than a restaurant. The meats are great, and the soups too. But the place is a bit run down, messy, dirty. The cheap 1970s era fake drop ceilings, stained air vents (you can even see this in your video), harsh fluorescent lights. You are correct about the bread, cheap supermarket bread, falls apart. That’s something you do once or twice, just to say you tried it.

[@surfstarcc1]

Expensive yes, but the quality and quantity of the food is well worth the price!!

[@RFSpartan]

No it's not...No sandwich on earth is worth that price.