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    Biderman's Deli

    3.5 (508 reviews)
    ModerateDelis, Bagels, Sandwiches

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    BIDERMAN'S DELI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Aja P.

    Finally tried the pesto potato sandwich that everyone raves about here... It was just as wonderful as I expected it to be, however, I made the mistake of being too excited about putting it in my mouth... And I burned the heck out of the roof of my mouth on a molten potato... First world problems, lol It was worth it, I'll be getting this again ...

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    William Z.

    Stay Away! This used to be my go-to deli for good Reubens. Not anymore! I went to their website to review the menu before I arrived so I wouldn't hold up the order line. I decided to get two different half sandwiches for $8,50 each. After paying I sat down with my friends and looked at the receipt. They had charged me $14 per half sandwich. I went back to the register and explained their mistake and was told they had recently raised their prices. I asked to speak to the manager but Blair was not there to hear my complaint. To make matters worse, they no longer shave the pastrami and corned beef. They now use two thick slices of lunch meat on each sandwich! And the bread was very dry! Stay Away!

    Haley Z.

    In the Austin area it can be impossible to find a true Jewish deli around here, or even deli-esc place, but this is one of the closest I've come across so far. The flavors are really nailed here above everything else. I've never been disappointed by their sandwiches and they're a fairly hearty portion size. I always have a nice chunk left over to take for another meal. My go-to order here is the Reuben, the Pastrami, or the Far West Club. The bagels here are pretty good as well. I enjoy sitting outside versus the small selection of cramped seating inside, they have about 5-7 tables in front of the business, under the shaded rooftop area of the strip mall. Parking is give or take depending on when you are visiting as it is shared with other businesses on the strip. It is very busy, and louder with people coming and going and lots of to-go orders. Counter service is fast, but due to the intense busy atmosphere employees frequently seemed stressed or annoyed while helping with your order or questions. Not in a rude way necessarily, but wouldn't say I've experienced it friendly here in the weekday mid afternoons I've visited.

    Turkey & Swiss
    Dominique E.

    Well the reviews were solid but my experience was so so. I ordered a cold sandwich, the turkey and Swiss. It had everything I hoped for and more. However, it was messy! The turkey cuts were massive and I couldn't bite into it because of how big it was. My sandwich eventually fell apart because the bread didn't keep it together. The flavor wasn't anything to remember - it was your neighborhood deli. Service was good and it wasn't that packed. I would probably pass on this for another sandwich spot.

    Bacon, Egg and Cheese everything Bagel
    Christopher C.

    Twas a great breakfast bagel. Bagel was fluffy, but the eggs were slightly under seasoned. Lovely staff-- well-deserving of their tip! It is filling and great post-workout meal. Cheers!

    Dry potato salad with zero flavor
    Kara M.

    This was disappointing to say the least. Maybe we visited on an off day, maybe we ordered the wrong things, or maybe my expectations were set too high by the hundreds of other reviews...but this was edible at best, and short of anything impressive or exceptional. We went on a Saturday during the lunch rush hour. The line to order moved pretty swiftly, and we were still able to snag a table indoors. The service was your standard counter-order service. The food didn't take terribly long, and it was brought out as it was ready, however, the food is the problem. Tasteless, dry, and underwhelming overall. With plenty of delis and good sandwich shops around Austin, I can't see myself ever electing to revisit here. FOOD RATINGS: - Potato salad (0/5): I've never rated food 0/5 but this was the saddest potato salad I've ever had. For starters, it was extremely dry, almost crumbly. Had 0 flavor. Couldn't even finish it. - Reuben sandwich (3/5): Probably the only decent thing we ordered, and yet still mediocre. - Broccoli cheddar soup (3/5): Just okay. Left you wanting something more. - Egg salad sandwich (0/5): Twins with the potato salad, which makes sense since the makeup is basically the same! Dry, flavorless, and the sandwich was just sad. Bread wasn't very good. The lettuce and tomato added color and nothing else.

    Tuna Melt
    Sage O.

    This place is known for their bagels and big sandwiches. To be honest I've only taken out from here so maybe it would be better if I dined in, but I've never been that impressed. The tuna melt was packed with tuna and it was good but felt like it could have more flavor. The onion bagel didn't have much flavor either and I got it scooped out so there was more room for the filling.

    Matzo Ball Soup
    Jeremy K.

    I've gone back and forth on my review to Biderman's. The food is fine in general. The bagels are unfortunately lackluster. I've been told there is an issue between Rosen's and Biderman's so the bagels taste differently now. It's clear they are different which is unfortunate. Their black and white cookies are stellar. Decent enough corned beef/pastrami sandwich. Their matzoh balls saved my Hanukkah party this year as my matzoh balls didn't firm up appropriately enough. The service at Bidermans is below average. It's sad because the last several reviews say the same thing too.

    Lox Deluxe Bagel Sandwich. I forgot to ask for extra tomatoes, but it didn't matter. Yum!
    Victoria B.

    Conveniently located, and especially popular for weekend breakfast. The service is cheerful, even at 3:45 PM on a Tuesday (they close at 4:00). The interior of Biderman's reminds me of Schilo's Deli in San Antonio (but much smaller).

    Bagel and Schmear with salmon
    Larry E.

    The lunch we had was really quite good. The French dip was quite large so we had to take part to our next appointment. I opted for a jalapeño bagel with chive smear and and salmon. Very good. We will be back!

    Lox Deluxe Bagel Sandwich
    Dolly N.

    I came here around lunch time and this place was packed! It seems to be a really popular lunch spot with both dine-in and pick up customers. However, it did seem like they may have been understaffed for the amount of customers. I noticed that there were quite a few pick up customers that had to stand awhile for their food, which made it seem really crowded inside the place and it ended up blocking the ordering line too. I ordered to go and think I ended up waiting around 30 minutes+. Got the lox bagel sandwich w/ chive on a sesame bagel which I would highly recommend. Sadly, everything else I ordered was just okay. I got a side of the potato latkes which were a decent portion and came with sour cream and applesauce. But I felt like they were unsalted/unseasoned. The broccoli cheddar soup was good but pretty watery. Overall, I'd give this place another try because the bagels are good and that's what you're here for. Just be prepared for a bit of a wait

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    Biderman's Deli will be missed. It's been a local gem. My condolences to the family of the owner.

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    The food was beyond decent. The ambience wasn't what I was expecting but it was fine. 3 stars All around.

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    Ask the Community - Biderman's Deli

    What is the restaurant next too?

    Is this place dog friendly?

    There is a patio for you and the fur babies to hang out on.

    Do the sandwiches come with fries or chips?

    No get the Latkes

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