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Top 10 spots for roast beef and corned beef sandwiches in New York City

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🥪 Corned Beef Sandwich
🥪 Roast Beef Sandwich
🥘 Food
🍞 Bread
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Sandwich shop features a cute sunny dining room with two TVs and a parking lot. Atmosphere stays friendly and busy, attracting locals and police alike. Known for freshly cooked sandwiches like bacon, egg, and cheese done right, plus a variety of flavorful heroes and soups.

People are saying

"The sandwiches and soups taste like home cooking."

"The chicken cutlet heroes are incredibly good."

"Fries with gravy are the perfect comfort food."

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The restaurant offers six soup choices at 9 am.

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Prices at the restaurant are reasonable.

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There is a parking lot available.

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🥪 Corned Beef Sandwich
🥪 Roast Beef Sandwich
🥪 Breakfast Sandwich
🍲 Soup
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Small deli with an extensive menu offers exceptional bagels and best pastrami sandwiches in the city. Atmosphere feels like a family-run spot that gets busy during breakfast and lunch. Known for fresh food and great value despite rising prices.

People are saying

"The food here is tasty and affordable."

"The place feels warm and the staff remember you."

"The sandwiches are mostly delicious and filling."

Good to know

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Catering services are available for breakfast and lunch meetings.

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Expect long wait times during breakfast and lunch hours.

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Prices for sandwiches are around $10, with a free bag of chips included.

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🥪 Corned Beef Sandwich
🥪 Roast Beef Sandwich
🍲 Matzo Ball Soup
🍽️ Lunch Spot
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Newly renovated deli space features bright lighting and a modern feel with a forest wall adding visual interest. Atmosphere feels cafeteria-like and lively, especially on Thursday nights with a distinct Yeshivish vibe. Plenty of seating supports a bustling, energetic environment.

People are saying

"I loved the tasty sandwiches and kosher food."

"The portions here are huge and fill me up."

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Reservations are required for groups of 10 or more.

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A 20% service charge is automatically added to all bills.

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The deli closes at 10 PM, and no entry is allowed after 9:30 PM.

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🥪 Corned Beef Sandwich
🥪 Roast Beef Sandwich
🥪 Pastrami Sandwich
🥪 Deli
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Warehouse-style deli offers a spacious, modern interior with air-conditioned seating and street-side views. Atmosphere ranges from relaxed to lively, with friendly staff and a menu known for exceptional pizza and sandwiches. Small, private seating areas provide a quaint contrast to the casual, affordable vibe.

People are saying

"I love the huge, tasty sandwiches and cozy vibe."

"The sandwiches and pizza here always hit the spot."

"The prices feel fair for a busy city spot."

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The deli charges a 4% fee for credit card payments.

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The establishment closes at 5:30 PM instead of 6:00 PM.

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Lunch hours are very crowded, often described as a zoo.

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🥪 Roast Beef Sandwich
🥪 Corned Beef Sandwich
🤩 Lively
🎯 Authentic
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Rustic deli buzzes with lively atmosphere and 70s decor. Hand-carved corned beef sandwich on rye is huge and flavorful. Roast beef with cheese pairs perfectly with matzo ball soup for a classic taste.

People are saying

"The corned beef sandwich was juicy and flavorful."

"The corned beef sandwich here is super soft and flavorful."

"The corned beef sandwich was huge and classic."

Good to know

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The wait for the Katz Pastrami Sandwich can be an hour long.

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You can only pay with cash at the front of the restaurant.

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Do not lose your tickets even if you haven't used them to order anything.

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🥪 Roast Beef Sandwich
🥪 Corned Beef Sandwich
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🕍 Kosher
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Kosher spot buzzes with Israeli music and a modern redesign. Roast beef sandwich is tender but can be dry, improved with sauce. Corned beef sandwich has a solid reputation but opinions vary. Spacious seating fits large groups well.

People are saying

"The atmosphere was friendly and really enjoyable."

"The food was tasty and perfectly prepared."

"The kosher deli food was delicious and varied."

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Happy hour offers half-off everything from 4-7pm on weekdays.

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The venue can host events for up to 30 people.

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Birthday celebrations include a special ceremony for guests.

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🥪 Roast Beef Sandwich
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💭 Nostalgic
📻 Vintage
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Large space filled with retro decor like mirrors and tin ceilings creates a vintage Brooklyn vibe. Oldies music plays, adding to the authentic American atmosphere. Known for legendary cheesecake and classic dishes, it offers a nostalgic dining experience.

People are saying

"I enjoyed the classic vibe and tasty food here."

"The cheesecake here is worth trying and delicious."

"I find the prices here a bit high lately."

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Joining the waitlist on Yelp before arriving is recommended to save on waiting time.

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A milk shake is $10, and sandwiches start around $20.

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There is absolutely no parking on 45th street.

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🍰 Chocolate Cheesecake
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1950s decor with neon lights and period furniture creates a movie-like atmosphere. The space feels spacious yet busy, with a high noise level typical of a bustling city setting. A wide variety of cheesecakes and a full bar complement the lively environment.

People are saying

"The portions are huge and the place is always packed."

"The corned beef sandwich is tender and flavorful."

"I believed their corned beef sandwich was a must-try."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended at the diner.

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Breakfast service ends at 11:00 AM on Christmas day.

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Expect long queues; wait times may exceed 1 hour.