Katz's Pastrami

Why people love it

Critics and diners call it the benchmark: hand-carved, juicy, peppery and enormous. Detractors cite fatty or dry cuts, long lines and a steep price.

What people mention most

• tender7
• juicy7
• flavorful4
• huge4
• amazing pastrami2
• melts in mouth2
• best ever2
• best in city2

Criticism

• overpriced3
• too thick1
• not worth the wait1
• ordinary1
• lukewarm1

On the menu

Katz's Pastrami: hand-carved hot pastrami piled on rye with mustard, served with pickles at the Houston St counter.