The next restaurant I will be covering is Katz's! Katz's is a no-frills deli, with theatrically cranky service, serving mile-high sandwiches since 1888. Katz's is located on the Lower East Side, at the cross streets of Houston Street and Ludlow Street. Katz's earns a $$ price rating from Zagat.
The Restaurant Atmosphere
The atmosphere at Katz's is really nothing to talk about. Vaguely resembling a high school cafeteria, the atmosphere is hectic and crowded. The exterior of Katz's is definitely a fair representation of what is to be found inside. It's old, yet traditional. It appears just as I feel it should. Oh, and it's cash only here.
Tables and chairs are worn, cheap, and not entirely clean. In other words, authentic. The walls are covered in framed pictures of famous people to have dined at Katz's and neon-lit signs of beer and cigarette companies. All these things are parts of what makes Katz's a legendary, Lower East Side landmark that is on the bucket list of many visitors to New York City.
The Food
Katz's remains the gold standard for sky-high pastrami sandwiches and other real-deal Jewish deli eats. Although Katz's has a relatively large menu, they are most famous for the sandwiches. Sandwiches with pastrami, corned beef, and much more. Surprisingly popular is the hotdog. Katz's also serves hamburgers, soups, cheesesteaks, and much more.
Personal favorites include the classic pastrami sandwich and the pastrami and eggs omelette. I have never tried the hotdog, but I have heard great things about it.
Summary
Katz's is a must if you are visiting New York and looking for a true deli experience. The atmosphere is underwhelming, but that is the beauty of Katz's. They have a formula that has been working since 1888 - why bother changing it?
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