First time here and it didn't disappoint. Came all the way from West LA to try this place and boy will I certainly be back. Went with four other people and everyone loved their meals. My sandwich was very well portioned and absolutely delicious, some of the best pastrami I've ever had! Fries were good, Cole slaw was good, and the whole experience was great. Great, attentive service too. They were busy for a very good reason. Come here hungry! The portions are very generous. read more

Brent's Deli - Pastrami Reuben! - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

I went to a Jewish memorial last weekend in Los Angeles. They had Brent's catering because Ira was from Northridge. 8/5 was my Bestie Sis Dad's death anniversary and Chuck loved Brent's too. So it seemed fitting to honor both of them and it satisfied my craving. The catered memorial looked great but it was difficult to make a proper plate. I always crave matzo ball soup. Luckily I had my fan to help cool off my soup. I did add a little salt and pepper. Other than that it was total comfort. $15 We shared a club sandwich and got French fries instead. All the condiments, Russian dressing, ranch come in prepackaged little containers. Ranch tasted fresh and homemade. I used a little of the Russian dressing. Is that a Brent's thing? $22 + $3 for French fries. I wanted a little sweet and got the blueberry cheesecake. That was the best cheesecake ever. Actual blueberries inside the cheesecake. So creamy and delicious. $11 Pickles are always my favorite. I got bagel chips with my matzo ball soup. I ordered corned beef and cabbage for my 99 year old mom. She said she didn't like the cabbage, no taste. She's 99 ‍ It's been a while since I was there. It feels the same. Booths and tables. Same decor. Our server Laura was super sweet and patient. Helpful in our decision making. Ricardo cracked me up because he brought a small soup container for my friend's cabbage soup. She was a little perturbed it was too small. Ricardo insisted it would fit and it did PERFECTLY. read more

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We ordered the Black Pastrami Reuben to go. It came with steak fries, cole slaw, pickles, and a small handful of condiments. Inside had a well worn diner type of vibe. People were friendly and service was fairly quick. Overall, the sandwich was really well done. The fresh rye bread was so lovely. It was crispy crunchy and had a nice toastiness to it. The meat was flavorful, not too salty, and moist. And the sauerkraut added a nice crunchy tang. All in all, the sandwich was delicious and devoured in under 20min. It was plenty for both my husband and I to share a single sando. For the sides, the steak fries needed a lil salt but otherwise a decent filler side. The slaw was creamy and crisp and very refreshing. The pickles were a little under pickled and tasted a lil more cucumber-y than we'd like. Overall a solid experience and we'd visit again when we're back in the area. read more

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This place is my go-to whenever I'm in the area! I love their Reuben pastrami sandwich, which comes with coleslaw and steak fries. It's pretty expensive, but the portions are huge--I can only finish half! They also have delicious pastries. The place is always busy, but the service is great. Highly recommend! read more

I would say this is the most famous deli in the valley and is one of the most popular in Los Angeles County in general. It's been around for decades and has served tons of patrons over the years. Inside is huge with all sorts of tables and booths so it can host many different sized groups from small to large. It's located in a small shopping center so there is plenty of free parking attached directly in front, which is extremely convenient. Our server was very polite and everything that we ordered came out very fast. For this visit, I started off with a cup of the Chili and thought it was actually really good. I am a huge fan of chili and don't often get some that I really love, but this was definitely one of those. Next came the Mini Blintzes and these were pretty nice. I prefer a full Blintz because it has a lot more cheese and filling, but still these were a nice start, especially if are were new to this appetizer. For my entrée, I chose the Pastrami Reuben and thought it was great. It was honestly huge and I even forgot to take a picture of it because I was excited to eat it. I would suggest if you are a fan of Rubens and would suggest this restaurant in general if you like a good deli. read more

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Brent's Deli is an institution in the San Fernando Valley, and it may just be its best. One thing for sure, the portions are generally humongous so you will never leave hungry. Nothing succeeds like excess. In fact, most people will need a take out box for one less meal to cook. Delicatessen means delicate eating in German, but at a Jewish American Delicatessen, the emphasis is on the Eating, which I am not complaining. 1) I requested an off menu item of having a Reuben sandwich where half is Corned Beef and the other Pastrami. Brent's Reuben has warm Sauerkraut, grilled Rye bread, melted Swiss Cheese, 1,000 Island dressing. Thinly sliced, multi-layered Mound of Pastrami is a bit on the dry side. Curing doesn't create a deep meaty Umami and spicing is present but attenuated. The Corned Beef is moister with bit more Umami & plush, thin multi-layered red colored meat. I have to say the Pastrami at Langer's is cured more intensely to bring out a deep Umami as well as more complex and complementary spicing of especially warm spiced cloves that adds aromatic richness. Brent's Pastrami doesn't seem to reach that kind of apotheosis. 1b) I asked for the steak fries to be fried two minutes longer for a crisper finish which was honored. Not much in way of that distinctive potato earthiness, but acceptable. 1c) Coleslaw is mayonnaise based, watery, bland, but a good cruciferous, fibrous veggie to add more fibre, healthful phytochemicals to counter the meat overload even though it isn't flavourful 2) Carrot Cake is closer to a delicate, dense, moist spice cake. A slice is enormous since it is cut from an extra tall cake studded with crushed walnuts and a cream cheese like not too sweet frosting. At $14 it could feed 4 people. Service is fine. They take your order and run with it. Bit of tunnel vision where it may be a bit hard to flag them down. But the job does get done. Overall 3+ stars read more

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I have been going to Brent's for YEARS!! I used to work in the general neighborhood and went quite often, however, I'm no longer super close by, so we only go on occasion. I always enjoy it when we do. The restaurant is located in a shopping center with several other businesses. There is a large parking lot, and I've never had any issues finding a space. The restaurant has both sit down dining and take out. If you enjoy pastrami, you can't go wrong with any of the pastrami options. All of the soups are really great, and I'm especially partial to matzo ball and mish mosh. The service is always attentive and friendly. On our most recent visit at the end of May 2026, we only ordered take out. Maria was the person at the counter who took care of our order and she was top notch. Everything was perfect. read more

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The sandwiches are very tasty i got two sandwiches and both of those were delicious but they are incredibly pricey but it compare with subway and some other sandwich chains the price is well worth it There workers were very polite and professional answered every question i had so there service is always good and ambiance is good since they work mostly on deliveries you don't se a lot people to be able to tell but from what i saw it was very good i would recommend everyone to at least try it read more

I hadn't been to Brent's in maybe 15 years, came on a Saturday afternoon on a whim. First time I came was probably around 1996! We waited about 10-15 mins outside. No shade , so watch out if it's a HOT day. We split the signature Pastrami sandwich . Very good, as good as I recall. My cousin got the tuna sandwich. . I didn't love it , but didn't stop me from finishing her half - haha. Nice service , positive experience. If this is what you are desiring - a Jewish deli - you'll enjoy for sure. Quite tasty sandwiches. read more

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I came to Brent's Deli in Northridge on 07/21/2026 for the first time at 11:30am with a party of four. This was my first time here, and I am told it is kind of an institution in this area. It is a pretty non-descript strip shopping center. It can best be described as an old-school diner/deli, full service, and pretty much always bustling. I was surprised that it was almost to capacity by 11:30am, even before the lunch rush. You take a look at the menu, and note that the prices appear to be about 5 dollars higher than places similar in nature; however, you will also soon realize that the portion size and value for that dollar goes a long way, and you will quickly notice that the price paid is really good for what you get. I ordered the Monte Cristo which was deliciously fried egg bread with turkey, ham and a side of jam. It came with potato or macaroni salad; however, I upgraded to fries which were awesome. The service was nice; however, definitely a little rushed. However, that may come with the type of establishment. Either way, the food came out fast -- the food was delicious and I would certainly return again in the future. read more

Brent's was ALWAYS the best deli in L.A.... and they still are. I moved to Palm Beach, FL 13-years-ago and it's better than any in Palm Beach County. For brunch my cousins & I had lox, or both w/toasted bagels. It was delicious. And as excellent as the food was, the service was just as good. The Waitstaff was quick, efficient and very professional. Every time I'm in L.A. I make it a point to stop at Brent's and you should too. You'll never be disappointed! read more

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Another great trip to Brent's yesterday. My new tip is don't snooze on the pickles. This time I took some home, old and new pickles. I got the hamburger steak, yum!! Of course the service was great and dining room was so clean. read more

Brent's Deli - Hamburger steak, with mash, gravy and cole slaw. - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

At a lively location in a Northridge strip mall, a visit to Brent's Deli is the best way to connect with long held traditions. You're here to enjoy classic comforting dishes passed down through generations. Grab a seat at one of the comfortable booths or dine at the counter. You can get a combo with half a traditional sandwich with a soup. I opted for the Hot Pastrami with cole slaw and a cup of chicken noodle soup with a matzo ball. The pastrami is sliced thin and piled in a massive round stack. The meat is rich and tasty. I think my mouth watered before taking the next hearty bite. The toasted rye bread is soft with really nice crusty edges. The caraway seeds impart an intense peppery, herbal, and citrusy flavor. The sandwich is so good that next time I'd skip the amazing matzo ball soup for a full sandwich. You can have an accompanying plate of pickles, which are tangy but not too sour. What's more better than a hot bowl of chicken soup on a "cold" "winter's" day in LA? The matzo ball is light, fluffy, and airy. The chicken soup could have been served a bit hotter, but it's clear and comforting. Egg noodles are thin and short. The shredded chicken and carrots are tender and sweet. Dip some chunks of the rye bread into the soup and the chicken flavor and the rye are somehow amplified Parking: The parking lot is large and spots are ready to find. read more

Brent's Deli - Matzo Ball Soup - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

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First time coming to Brent's in Northridge. I liked the ambience and service was excellent. Since it was Tuesday, they had a half sandwich Reuben on special. I ordered this special. I was delivered a plate of three slices of pickle while I waited. The special came with super salad. I opted for the barley soup. The soup was very tasty though the mushrooms that were in the soup were old. There were nice chunks of meat in the soup. The plate with a sandwich some french fries and coleslaw came out next. The sandwich had a lot of meat and a nicely bread. I liked the sandwich. The french fries were thick cut and obviously frozen fries. They were OK but could be better. The coleslaw was sour and I found a piece that looked moldy. See photo. I asked for a replacement and was brought the potato salad. One taste of the potato salad and I could taste that it had bell pepper which I do not eat so I didn't like the potato salad. I went out of my way to come here. I would not do so again. I would come back if I happen to be in the area. I'm a bit spoiled, having had the best of Jewish deli on the East Coast. The West Coast deli is just don't measure up. read more

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I had to take one star off due to the extreme dryness of the chocolate cake. The piece was huge so we shared it with our kids. Not one of them liked it. The rugelach was not good either. I definitely can't recommend them. Canters has better baked goods. 1/8/26 read more

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I would give it 5 stars if it wasn't so pricey. The food is good but I don't understand why does it have to be so expensive. I've had their hot pastrami sandwich, bagel chips and matzo ball soup. I like their pastrami sandwich because it's not so packed with the pastrami. It's a good size sandwich. The bagel chips are delicious. Such a good savory treat. However, the matzo ball soup is okay. I hear it's popular but you're really not missing out. I've had much more flavorful and filling soups. Service is attentive and fast. Dining in has a nice home-y vibe to it. It does get busy though. Theres plenty of parking in the plaza. read more

Brent's Deli - Matzo Ball Soup - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

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Over the years, Brent's earned the reputation of the go-to classic sandwich staple in my book. There was a time when we ordered it in weekly at the office. This time, however, was the first time I actually dined at Brent's. It was serendipity that guided us here. We had an hour to spare and my kiddo was hungry. Only rule: No fast food. So no, McDonald's was not an option. Despite walking into a full house, we got lucky with a 1 minute wait. It was a lively, family atmosphere filled with a constant bustling of clattering dishes, bus boys clearing & cleaning, and table-side chatter. ** MATZO BALL SOUP ** Lots of shredded chicken and egg noodles + it was chock full of carrots and celery. The large "floater" matzo ball was light and fluffy. Although I prefer denser "sinkers", this one was still good. And once I added salt to the broth, it was all fantastic. This is a great option for those with strict dietary sodium restrictions. From my experience, this multi-generational place is where grandkids and grandparents can both enjoy something from the menu. No matter what you order at Brent's house, it tastes like a real, home-cooked meal. ** THE KID'S MENU ** Breakfast for dinner. That's a yes, please and the pancakes were great, said my little guy. 1 scrambled egg, 1 strip of crisp bacon, and 3 Ella's Silver Dollar Pancakes was a decent portion with a drink included. For the little Picasso's dining here, there's a monthly Art Contest for the best sandwich art. Just no finger-painting with your food, please. After all these years, I can finally connect a friendly, family vibe with the restaurant I used to order my yummy Reuben sandwiches for delivery. I'm glad it's more vibrant IRL than what I had imagined. read more

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It's been 27 years since the last time we were at Brent"s Delicatessen & Restaurant. I use to live in Northridge and Brent"s was one of my go to restaurants. The Bay Area is a deli desert so we were craving some pastrami and Matzzo Ball soup. I met up with an old college buddy and spent hours eating and catching up. We ordered the following items Matzzo ball chicken soup Pastrami sandwich Corned beef and cabbage Chopped liver Chicken salad There is always an endless tray of pickles on the table.. Besides the chopped liver being a bit too roughly chopped everything was just like before. Service was excellent keeping our rice teas and coffee filled. Plenty of parking read more

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I have been waiting to go to this place for so long, and I finally got here. This restaurant was exceptional. A 1990's style restaurant with old style booths and pastrami sandwiches. The pastrami was so tender and seasoned well, and the buns were so buttery paired with the perfect crisp from their fries. The pastrami melts in your mouth instantly and just taking a bite into their sandwiches can make a grown man cry of joy. I would definitely come back here. read more

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Yup, I made it out to the SFV! What got me here is meeting up with some friends craving pastrami at Brent's Delicatessen. If you make it out here, trust me. Go with the Black Pastrami Ruben. Ask for thick hand cut pastrami. It comes with grilled rye bread, Swiss cheese, hot sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing. Comes with fat fries and coleslaw. Fries serve piping hot and the cool refreshing coleslaw were a good contrast with the Ruben. Aside from that, the crew shared a few items. Potato Lakes are deep fried potato cakes served with sour cream and cherry apple sauce. The interesting dish that we had is the noddle kugel. It's a sweet casserole of thin egg noodles, sour cream, cottage cheese, cinnamon and spices. Interesting enough, it's baked with a cinnamon corn flake crust. I'm not a big fan of beef liver. Chicken liver I don't mind but beef is a different story. The version here is chopped liver with specs of egg, and mayo looking like a tuna salad served with rye bread, side of tomato and onions. Anyways, I sucked it up and tried it. Well, I didn't die and I guess it's good for me. That iron grittiness is hard to get over. I had a sampling of the matzo ball soup. Great broth, tasty matzo ball and shredded chicken make for good comfort food. Service here is great and this place is packed like a can of sardines. From the outside, it seems empty but it's full to capacity inside. The ample parking is great for any visit. Worth trying if you're in the mood for some good deli food. read more

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Brent's is iconic and an institution that lives up to the hype. The food is delicious and huge portion sizes - great value for the money. The turkey melt was perfection and the carrot cake was the largest I've ever seen. Cheesecake was delicious too. Easy parking in the lot and excellent service. read more

Brent's Deli - Turkey Melt - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

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I usually get food to go from here but last weekend I went in person for the first time. First off I never expected the place to be so busy on a Sunday. We were there around 1pm and had to wait 30min for a table. The restaurant is located in a shopping plaza and there is ample parking. The inside is a bit outdated but very reminiscent of a dinner. The menu is big with lots of options. I opted for half a sandwich and soup option. I ordered the chili and have to give it a 9/10. Comes with cheese and onions on the side. It was flavorful, rich and hearty and I was already full. I had the turkey pastrami for the sandwich and wow was it big! Ate the leftovers the following day but it was really good. Also, I really enjoy their matzo ball soup but salt is always lacking. I really love the bagel chips that come with it. read more

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4.5 Stars! So, I was on a pastrami kick, and recall hearing about Brent's Deli. Drove up here early Sunday morning to get a pastrami sandwich. I went with the "555" which is pastrami, cole slaw, swiss cheese, russian dressing and mustard on an onion roll. I went with onion rings as my side. Total was around $28.00. How was it? Bomb! 555- This sandwich was great! They use a thin sliced pastrami here, and they piled it on pretty high. The swiss cheese was melted nicely and the cole slaw gave the sandwich some texture. I liked the combo of the russian dressing AND mustard too. The onion roll was nice and buttery and soft too. A damn fine sandwich! Onion Rings- Meh. This is where it fell short. The onion rings looked good, but they were not. They were all batter and barely any onion. No bite or chew to the onion, basically like eating batter and air. Would definitely get fries or something else instead, next time. Bummer too, because I love me some onion rings! Service was ok. Not much to it. I ordered my sandwich, paid, and took a seat for about 10 minutes. I ate my sandwich out at my car and was on my way. read more

Brent's Deli - 555. Great sandwich. Pastrami, cole slaw, swiss cheese, russian dressing and mustard on an onion roll. - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

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We have been a customer for many years and always enjoyed the food and service. Tonite the food Was exceptional. We had ground beef taco stuffed into warm double wrapped with cheese and served with shredded lettuce-tomato and topped slices of Avocado.?I asked for chopped onion and shredded cheddar and there fantastic salsa. We also ordered their rice pilaf (fantastic). For some reason I also wanted a cup of there fantastic (beef chili? It was sinful. I placed a spoonful of this luxurious chili on top the taco. I was in heaven. Everything I wrote was memorable. They also make steak taco-chicken taco and brisket taco. What a memorable meal. Irwin Z read more

Amazing experience! One of the best sandwiches of my life and super friendly staff. Loved the vibe read more

Brent's Deli - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

Brent's Deli is a true New York style Jewish Delicatessan. The look, the feel, and the food transcend you to a typical Jewish deli. Brent's Deli located in the San Fernando Valley rivals the more famous Langer's in town in the Westlake area of Los Angeles. So it was without a doubt that I had the Brent's #13 which is similar to Langers #19 --- pastrami topped with cole slaw, Swiss cheese, and thousand island dressing on a double baked rye bread. The specialty sandwich was exactly what the soul was looking for and certainly as good as Langers #19 without the hassle of the drive to Westlake. Brent's is very popular and gets very crowded for almost the entire day. They do take reservations for 6 or more. Parking is easy and free. Prices were reasonable. Service was good and wait staff was attentive. I will definitely be back to try their chicken matso ball soup and other Jewish comfort food. read more

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Brent's Deli never disappoints. I met my dear friend and business partner here for lunch, and it was her first time--she loved it. I've always loved Brent's because it brings me right back to my New York days, when I was always in delis. The atmosphere has that true NYC deli feel, which makes the experience even better. Carol ordered the Cobb Salad, and she said it was absolutely delicious. I tried something new and ordered the 555 after our waiter suggested it. I'd never had it before, but wow--what a great choice. The pastrami on an onion roll was flavorful, satisfying, and perfectly prepared. Our waiter was very nice and attentive. There was a bit of a wait for a table, but that's expected at a popular spot like this and totally worth it. A solid 5 stars all around. read more

Brent's Deli - Yummy - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

Always crowded because the food is incredible and service is great. There is no best time to go...it's popular because it has a great history of serving up the best Deli sandwiches and breakfasts. You see here Mish mosh soup and two great sandwiches...rare prime Rib and the traditional Ruben. It's pricy...but seems like eating out has become expensive everywhere. They have a great bakery, the loaves of bread are incredible. I highly recommend this place. read more

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After hearing so many good things about the pastrami sandwich at Brent's, my boyfriend and I decided to give this place a try. It did not disappoint! Make sure you come hungry because the portion sizes are huge! You can probably share one dish or take home leftovers. Upon entering we were seated right away. Service was fast and prompt and there was also plenty of parking outside for free, which is great. It's a super chill old school diner type of place. It's definitely a neighborhood gem to visit! read more

Brent's Deli - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

Look at this incredible black and white cookie! The white is flat icing, and the chocolate is thick frosting. That's the way it should be! This was my take-home treat after enjoying brunch today with an LA friend. It was worth it for both of us to come to the far north SFV. We split the mini-blintzes and mini-latkes for our appetizer, and then shared a big order of lox/eggs/onions, perfectly plated into two portions. Lots of goodies on the side like cream cheese, butter, jam, applesauce and sour cream. Washed down with strong iced tea, and constant refills, thank you! This was a great deli experience. The only thing I won't tell is what time we went, because we were able to score a booth with only five minutes' wait time. Shhhhh... read more

Brent's Deli - Perfect Black & White Cookie - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

I have been on a collision course with a black pastrami Rueben sandwich and I crashed into one today. I haven't been to Brent's in years and I am not sure why not. Went on a Saturday afternoon around130 thinking it would be empty. Well I had a 20 min wait that actually only took about 10 mins. The restaurant was packed the tables and booths were full. Started with a potato latke app that came with sour cream and apple sauce. Perfectly cooked and completely got me ready for the star of the show. The Rueben sandwich. It came with fries and Coleslaw. It was topped with the Russian dressing Swiss cheese and sauerkraut. Tender pastrami, flavorful dressing and a treat to eat. The staff was super friendly and very attentive. Our drinks stayed full and they gave us drinks to go. The sandwich is piled high with meat and honestly half would work. Next time I'll try the half sandwich and soup combo! I don't go often but I know this place never disappoints. read more

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Recently went back to Brent's - pretty much an iconic restaurant at this point in the LA area. A few friends and I were talking about matzoh ball soup and I just so happened to be in the area visiting a friend, so I thought it would be perfect to hit this place up on the way home. I came in the late afternoon so I was able to get seated pretty much right away. Since it was almost dinner time there were groups starting to trickle in (it was a Sunday). I saw that they had a soup and sandwich combo with the pastrami and I couldn't pass it up lol. And of course I had to order a chocolate egg cream on top of that to wash everything down. Some of my friends swear this is the best matzoh ball soup in the area. It's comforting and delicious and hits the spot. Having the sandwich was such a treat as well. I was truly happy with my meal. read more

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Great service greg and Vic awsome omg so clean and the food yummy i recommend comeing to eat here i am New York and yes i say there food at Brent's deli better then New York read more

I ordered a French dip with an order of fries. The pickles were very crunchy. Everything tasted great read more

Brent's Deli - French dip and fries - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

Asked server if the cod was okay for a 1 yr old, he said YES, when we got this $26 3 piece fish it tasted like pure SALT, I asked if it was cook and the server responded of course sarcastically. It would have been okay with bad food but our server was constantly in a RUSH and with attitude. read more

Brent's Deli - Cod - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

best deli in. Northridge, hands down! From the French dip to their salads - you can't go wrong.

Really enjoyed this deli! The sandwiches were fresh, flavorful, and generously filled, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. Everything tasted great, and the portions were satisfying. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Busy but great food and even better service. A valley staple for a reason. Great diner vibes

Great food, nice service and full tummy. Year after year, Brent's always delivers what we are used to: great food, fast friendly service and satisfaction. read more

Brent's Deli - Yummy Ruben sandwich - Delis Near Me - Northridge, California

We just love this delicatessen! We did have to wait a little bit to get seated (it was about 15 minutes), but trust me, it was worth every second. The food is delicious! I go for the pastrami, and my husband swears by their Reuben. The staff is wonderful--super attentive, always checking our water and making sure we're happy. ​Also, a heads up: they're offering a 50% discount on November 11th for veterans! Just bring military ID or a picture in uniform. read more

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