My first time at Katz's Deli Burbank. Amazing nice couple who own this deli. Mimi & Sheldon. Trying the turkey breast sandwich. Amazing pastrami! I will be back. read more

I came here thinking this was the actual Katz's Deli from NYC and was so excited to try it. I was extremely disappointing walking in to find that this "deli" is located in the back of a random generic liquor store in Burbank. I am honestly surprised that they are allowed to call themselves "Katz's Deli," since I'm sure I'm not the only one that came here thinking it's the NYC one... anyways... should've read through the yelp reviews closer. Regardless, the quality of the food, particularly the pastrami sandwiches, is very high. The pastrami is diced up into cubes, rather than slices. I would prefer them to be slices but the taste was still amazing. I tried the regular pastrami sandwich ($20) as well as the pastrami reuben sandwich ($23). While both are pastrami sandwiches, I would highly recommend paying the extra $3 to get it as a reuben sandwich, as it comes toasted and with Russian dressing and sauerkraut in it as well. The pastrami sandwich is pretty ordinary but the reuben sandwich is very delicious. The sandwiches also come with your choice of mac salad, potato salad, or coleslaw. We tried one of the mac salad and one potato salad, and they were pretty mid but not bad tbh. Service is nice. I believe the countertop is run by an older couple. It seems like they have been doing this for a while. We waited for about 20-30 minutes for our food. Again, it's located in the back of a liquor store so while we were waiting, we just had to awkwardly stand around in the liquor store. There is seating outside, but it was in the sun and it was a hot day today. We ended up taking the food togo to eat somewhere else. Overall, good food. Feels slightly deceptive with the name but surprised with the great flavors of the food. Solid 4/5. read more

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I was terribly disappointed because I read really good things about this deli and the service. Because I heard that they can run out of items I made sure to arrive only one hour after they opened. After being told there wasn't enough soup left, that the daily special sandwich wasn't available, that they couldn't put tomato on my second choice sandwich because tomatoes were too expensive and that they didn't have a bathroom, I remained respectful and even joked that I guess it wasn't my day today. They "found" extra matzah balls and were able to provide additional soup for my to go order which I appreciated. When I requested no noodles in the soup because I'd be serving it for Passover, the owner got mad at me for not telling them earlier. I was polite through the full interaction and suggested that they just repour the soup without the noodles but the owner was really rude. He angrily told me I costing them money because other people were waiting. He was so inexplicably unprofessional on a simple request that I said it would be fine if they refunded my money. Regardless of how good their food might be, it's not worth the poor experience. The woman at the register was apologetic at least. Definitely a zero star experience if I was able to rate it that. This business owner definitely doesn't understand that the lifetime value of a customer, their referrals and good reviews are 100 times more profitable than the 3 minutes of his lost time in fixing the order. read more

Katz's is just such a fun place to go. All of their food is great. We always get our to go and eat it at our hotel or at home, when we are nearby. They have the nicest service. Everyone is so kind and they are fast. I don't think it is open late so give them a call. It can get crowded, but the wait is not bad and it is worth it. The place is just so cute and always a comfortable place to be. Whenever you are in town it really is a must stop. They have a tuna melt that is to die for and all of their sandwiches are the bomb. It if is deli food, they have it. It is always fresh and made to order. The place is kept ever so clean and prices are very fair. I could eat there everyday, but my doctor would not be happy. They also have great soups. They are all great. We have had them all. Their pastrami sandwiches are also very good and who does not love corned beef. Have a great time. read more

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I am in love with this place. I have had this place bookmarked but because of only opening on weekdays I had not had an opportunity to try it until now I wanted to try the pastrami and corned beef and got both and tried all three sides - coleslaw, potato salad and macaroni salad . All sides weee food fresh tasting and the potatoes and macaroni in their respective sides not over cooked I really like both meats - I preferred the seeded rye which had cornmeal on the edge crust which gave it more texture and I love caraway The unseeded rye was too soft for me and I missed the caraway but the other person trying it liked it. The slices of bread and meat portions were large . This sandwich will fill you unless you have a gigantic appetite You also got pickle spears which were very tasty Service was very personable, and yes this sandwich does not get made lickety split because it's handcrafted with care Would definitely return - I was sad when I was done - in fact I had ai help me with a couple of haiku to express my feelings Pastrami vanished-- corned beef echoes linger on. Taste fades, sorrow stays. Hands gentle, precise-- a man builds quiet joy between two slices of bread. read more

Katz’s Deli - Pastrami on seeded rye with mustard - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California

So good! The pastrami is just amazing and clearly the star of the show. Couple that with the nicest people imaginable and you can count on frequent return visits. Thank you again! read more

They got the best pastrami and the best ray bread will keep coming to you guys thanks

This is my type of place, and the reason I review on Yelp! My favorite places to visit and ones to give exposure to are the local gem mom and pop shops. To begin, this isn't easy to spot place from the street. It's located within a liquor store in the back corner. Within the deli, you will find two smiling warm faces that are eager to serve. I found myself ordering the popular pastrami sandwich and went with potato salad. While I was conversing and waiting, the gentleman made sure to have me sample the meat -- delicious! Once ready he reminded me of the half pound of meat inside. He wasn't kidding. Sandwich was loaded and delicious. Meat fell apart and had great flavor. The rye bread was seedless and I appreciated the simplicity. Good and in your face until the last bite. Pickles and potato salad were a nice side. Now I want to return for chili, matzo ball soup and a few other items. I will be back!!! read more

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Oh my! We have a local spot for thick cut pastrami sandwiches! To be fair, I liked Wexlers before they closed and the other Katz in New York is still the king in my mind, but nothing in LA seems to come close these days and I have been searching. LA is over run with thin sliced pastrami which is fine once in a while, but after visiting NYC again this past year I was on a mission to find decent thick cut pastrami and the Burbank Katz is the only one so far which deserves my repeat business. Service is very friendly, but plan to wait a few minutes for your sandwich as they are made to order. Parking seems to be street parking only, but wasn't too hard on a Friday afternoon around 1pm. Also tried their corned beef on rye which was pretty good as well, but the star is truly the pastrami. The only miss might be the salads. Tried potato and macaroni and both were avg at best. Seemed like the bulk store bought type, but don't let that take away from the sandwich experience. The final touch is the pickle which was divine and paired well with the sandwiches. Last but not meat is the chili. Very good and happy we tried it but next time it's pastramis all around and maybe a chili dog or lobster roll if timing works out :) Five star for LA pastrami, but would be four stars if comparing to OG :) read more

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Cute mom & pop deli in a liquor store. Thought this was a chain from NY Kat'z Deli (so dry and salty when I had it in NY) but don't think it's the same place! I'm very picky when it comes to meaty sandwiches since it's usually so salty and dry.. not this place! Ordered two items and thought it was really good. Didn't have high expectations but we recommend! - pastrami sandwich 9/10! Not salty at all, tender and has that fatty umami meat flavor. Glad we picked the standard rye, similar to white bread - matzo ball soup 8/10 nice addition to the meal read more

Katz’s Deli - Pastrami sandwich was good! Not salty or dry - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California

For years I have begged the gods for a Jewish style deli in Burbank. It didn't have to be great, it didn't have to be mind blowing good, just a place where you could get a corned beef or a pastrami on rye and a bowl of matzo ball soup. Finally, my prayers were answered. Katz's Deli is exactly what I wanted and it is great and it is mind blowingly good. I have found great food in all sorts of unusual places...but what are the odds I'd find another great sandwich spot in the back of a liquor store? Apparently high. Katz's (not to be confused with that one) is as hidden a hidden gem can get. Right next to the energy drinks and office supplies section of Village Liquor & Market, is a counter top where you can order some of the best food in town. The menu is simple, hot sandwiches like a Reuben or a tuna melt. Cold sandwiches like a chicken or turkey club. Their meats are apparently sourced from Burbank's own, RC Provisions, so even without taking a bite, I know it'll be good. The sandwiches come with your typical sides of coleslaw, potato salad, or mac salad...and of course, a pickle spear. Unfortunately, I was feeling under the weather and really couldn't eat a sandwich...but a bowl of matzo ball soup would be the perfect meal and it was. The larger size comes with two, almost baseball sized, matzo balls. To matzo ball aficionados, these are probably closer to floaters than sinkers, but there's still a nice bite to them. They soak in the rich broth, but don't get soggy. The broth has that schmaltzy taste to it where it's lip smacking good...and even though I drove back to the office, let it sit for a bit, then ate it...they were steaming hot til the last bite. They have a small pantry of things behind the counter and it looks like they make their soups from premade canned broth and a box mix, but even if that was the case, it was so damn comforting. Then you add in the little touches like tiny carrot medallions and the noodles, it was perfect. Fitting that a Katz's deli would leave someone smiling and satisfied. Katz's however is not faultless. Service is slow, but it's expected when everything is made to order. It is contrasted with wonderful people behind the counter who are working hard to get orders out. There's nowhere to sit while you wait or eat, it is strictly take out only given their setting. The prices are pretty steep too. Most of the sandwiches cost 20 bucks, which is a high price to pay for just meat in between bread...but that seems to be the going rate these days for quality, great food. I've paid that much for a sub par fast food meal, so at the end of the day it's worth it, but it just seems crazy that a corned beef sandwich and a bowl of matzo ball soup might cost as much as a steak dinner. I wish they were open on the weekends, but for now, their hours are 11-4, which tend to be the busiest hours on Olive Ave for parking. With all that said, this place is great and a welcome addition the neighborhood. It probably won't be a regular thing, but when my soul needs some nourishing and comforting food, this is definitely where I'll turn to. read more

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Had the pastrami sandwich, it was delicious, pastrami was lean and very soft, loved it read more

Katz’s Deli - Pastrami sandwich - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California

I wanted to try this deli after I saw the name. I thought this could not be related to the NY katz deli. It is not. I had the pastrami sandwich and it was very good, but it was $20! It also was not packed with pastrami. It was about the thickness of a regular sandwich, not like Brent's. Would i go back... maybe, it was good but it was very expensive. read more

Currently a 'Best-Kept-Secret' tucked in the back corner of the Villiage Liquor store, they serve some delicious food! We got a Pastrami on rye, a Tuna Melt, and an Matzo Ball Soup and really enjoyed them. Tuna Melt was so tasty and we'd get it again in a heartbeat. The soup was delicious and such a treat since it's hard to find good matzo soup these days. Pastrami was delicious, but suffered from sub-par bread. Honestly, if they did a better rye... outstanding! Service was great! I'm guessing it's a 'mom n pop shop' and they were super nice! Unfortunately, no seating, so it's only take-away, but it's really good! Villiage Liquor has some nice wines, and is kind of a de facto Bodega. A little of everything. read more

Katz’s Deli - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California

Deli is located inside a liquor store. The only downside was I waited about ten minutes in line and then had to wait another 25 for the sandwich, but maybe it was just a slow day. That being said, the food was delicious. I got the pastrami sandwich on rye with mayo and mustard. I've never had a pastrami sandwich before, so this was a first. Very tender, flavorful pastrami. Reminds me of BBQ I used to eat in the south with its flavor and juiciness. At first I thought $20 for a sandwich was a bit much, but honestly it was worth it. A very tasty meal. There are two tables outside for eating, actually a pretty nice spot on a sunny day to enjoy a meal. I'll definitely be back for more. read more

Katz’s Deli - Pastrami on rye with mustard and mayo - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California

Stumbled upon this place, which opened only a few months ago. Very friendly mom and pop Jewish-style deli headed by the warm Sheldon and Mimi. Walking to their counter you feel like you found some sort of secret speakeasy. Sheldon has an infectious personality and it almost feels like he's welcoming you into his home, he oozed hospitality. He let us know for the brisket and corned beef, he uses the recipe of a 92-year-old Jewish woman he knew that didn't want her recipe to be lost to time and you can definitely taste it. He also steams his pastrami extra long to make sure it's extra soft. Sheldon also let us know he guarantees 8 oz of meat per sandwich so you get a bang for your buck. I got the corned beef and I thought it would be salty but it was actually perfect and very aromatic. The rye bread was super soft and didn't fall apart. The coleslaw was cold and refreshing, sweet but not too sweet. I hope that this place gets some traction! read more

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First off cool vibes of the deli being liquor store. People are nice, but they need staff and Wait was atrocious, 50 mins from order to receiving sandwiches. People who ordered after me got food first, which was the order while I waited. Cost, $19 Brisket Sandwich on Chala (Egg Bread)- Dry. Needed seasoning. Not worth $19. It's a presented well and there was care (which if waiting 50 mins for you lunch) but its a sandwich. Meat between some bread with mayo and such. No extra stuff. Pastrami Sandwich on Sourdough, $20. Fantastic sandwich. Still a bit high in cost. Pickles: Met expectations. Potato Salad: needs salt and pepper, maybe some smoked paprika. Overall, 50/50. In the Burbank area there is stiff competition. It might be worth considering sticking to less than 5 sandwiches. Less is more. Speed is their downfall today. read more

90% loved it: I was searching matzo ball soup and this came up. I've been eating matzo ball soup from inside my mothers belly before I was born and this made me smile as soon as I smelled it and a drop hit my tongue I knew I was in for a core memory to appear. It was delicious and I ordered the small and the matzo ball was huge and got bagel chips. I also ordered the corned beef sandwich because if it's on the menu I will order it. While I was waiting for my food I was offered a sample and you could tell on my face this piece had so much flavor. I found parking around the corner with plenty of shady spots. They don't have a place to sit just yet but soon they'll have somewhere to sit in the front of the shop. I highly recommend coming to the park a couple streets away and sitting in Mother Nature. Since the deli is in the liquor store you should support them too and buy a drink. I bought La Croix Lemon and it was the perfect drink to go with these flavors. Next time I go I think I'll ask for my corned beef to be sliced a little thinner but that's just how I like it. I can't stop licking my lips and thinking this meal had to be a dream. Why 90 and not a 100% well I didn't care for the seedless rye because I buy Russian and Jewish rye bread at the supermarket every time and their bread reminds me of white and it's tasteless. Once again I really did like the flavor of corned beef but the texture was tough and I had trouble biting it all the way through. I hand took it out of the sandwich and ate it like beef jerky. 3.5/5 stars: I'll try them again in a couple months and update my review. 1st of August 2025 next time maybe November or Early December. read more

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Katz's had been opened for about five months. No, they are not related to the world famous Katz Deli in NYC, but this is by far the best 'back-of-the-liquor-store-deli', I've ever been to. Katz's is a Ma & Pa, two-man (actually 1 man, 1 woman) operation. Ma takes the orders, preps the sides & such, and Pa prepares most of the food and runs the kitchen. The service is friendly all around, and you can tell that this is a labor of love. I came in for the Hot Pastrami Sandwich, but I also ordered the Wednesday, 2 chili-cheese dog special for 10 bucks. The dogs were really very good. They had a nice snap to them, and the chili was perfect for chili dogs - not too thick, not too runny and not too spicy. I was lucky to get the last two dogs of the day. The Hot Pastrami Sandwich was also very good (I ordered it with muenster cheese and spicy brown mustard). It also comes with a side salad (potato or macaroni) and a pickle. I was not crazy about the seedless Rye Bread, but I think they have options. There is no place to eat inside or out, so everything is packaged to go. Katz's seems to be getting more popular, so hopefully, they will squeeze a seat or two in the back, for customers to eat there, while the food is still hot. Regardless, Katz's is putting out a very nice product, and I want to see them continue to grow. Kudos to Katz's. read more

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Heard about Katz's Deli for about a year, just hadn't been able to go just yet. Just got over being sick and needed some matzo ball soup, so I finally went. Got there a bit early, but the sweetest woman who was setting up still took care of me and it was much appreciated. Soup was delicious and just what I needed. Looking forward to returning to try a sandwich soon. read more

The staff was friendly and the pastrami itself is excellent. If I had ordered a plate of pastrami on its own, this would easily be a 5/5 experience. The meat is thick-cut, flavorful, and stands out in a city where most pastrami sandwiches are sliced thin. That said, I ordered a pastrami SANDWICH--and making a great sandwich is an art. It's not just about a single great ingredient, but how all the elements come together. Despite requesting seedless rye with spicy brown mustard, the sandwich felt surprisingly basic, almost like a homemade school lunch--albeit with very high-quality meat. The bread was soggy and lacked structure, the mustard barely registered, and overall it didn't really eat like a composed sandwich, especially not one priced north of $20. The wait time was also significant. Even as the second person in line, it took about 20 minutes to receive my order. I'd strongly recommend ordering ahead and picking up, rather than waiting on-site. Ambience-wise, this isn't a traditional deli. It's essentially a sandwich counter tucked into the back of an old liquor store, with no seating. You're left standing in narrow aisles surrounded by dusty bottles and outdated items like mothballs, flypaper, and car fuses from decades past--not exactly a pleasant place to spend time waiting. Despite these issues, the quality of the thick-cut pastrami itself is hard to ignore. For that reason alone, I may return--but next time I'd order ahead and possibly skip the sandwich in favor of the meat on its own.Friendly staff and delicious pastrami. read more

I have been here twice so far, once for a pastrami sandwich and once for a corned beef sandwich. The meat was absolutely delicious and the service I received at the counter was great. They have some nice side dish options, and I have tried several of them. There is a wait for orders however, the first time it took 20 minutes, and the second time was 15 minutes. I would definitely recommend calling in your order in advance before arriving. read more

Katz’s Deli - Very tasty corned beef sandwich - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California

I found this innocuous sandwich counter inside a liquor store. I was warmly greeted the by the staff. I ordered a Pastrami on corn Rye with deli mustard and mayo. The bread was fresh baked from a local source, the Pastrami was deliciously tender with hand carved chunks. Served with a pickle spear and side, I choose macaroni salad. I look forward to coming back to sample other delicious sandwich faire. You can also purchase meat by the pound if you so desire. read more

Katz’s Deli - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California

Thick cut delicious meats - yes, please. It's in the back of a liquor shop; there's no seating; the wait for the food is inexplicably long... but dang, the meat is good. The pastrami I had was per-fec-tion - I will dream of this for many days to come. The corned beef was good, but insanely fatty (way too much for me). Stick to the pastrami and bring your patience. ;) read more

Wonderful little gem of a deli housed in the back corner of the Village Market and liquor store. Enjoyed a scrumptious warm pastrami on rye piled high. The brine and spices made the pastrami extra delectable! The friendly owner Sheldon allowed me to try a sample of his corned beef that which was incredible. He was proud of the special brining recipe he got from Israel and the proof was in the taste! Also ordered a bowl of matzo ball soup which I brought home for dinner. The matzo had a soft flavor of basil and the corresponding chicken soup was delicious and comforting; reminding me of my mother. Take out and can order ahead. read more

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Wow! This was a great find! True deli hidden inside a liquor store! Fresh coleslaw Delicious Rueben Will comeback!!! I would have left a pic but I ate everything!! Next time!! read more

We've been wanting to try this place for a while and finally got a chance to check them out. I got the matzoh ball soup and my boyfriend got the brisket sandwich both were delicious and affordable! So happy Burbank finally has a spot that sells yummy matzo ball soup, we're definitely coming back. Additionally, the service was great and the gentleman at the front was friendly and funny! read more

Just tried here the best hot dog in my life. That chile is fire! Highly recommend! Also guys are rly friendly!

The pastrami is fantastic, I like the thick cuts like Langer's. The brisket is also terrific with hints of red wine. My first time but not the last time here... read more

Katz’s Deli - Brisket and pastrami - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California

Lives up to the reviews. I love pastrami and had to try based on the reviews. Yes it is on the back of a liquor store but the service is by someone you would expect to run a deli. I was also pleasantly surprised that there are some nice tables to use to eat outside (questionable neighborhood but it did not bother me). When I first took out the sandwich I was worried, it was not what I was expecting. The pastrami was not cut in thin slices, it was more brisketesque. The taste, though, was fantastic. Real pastrami flavor and the thicker cut made it better and juicier. I also enjoyed the pickle that came with it (Cole slaw was okay but nothing to write home about). That pastrami created great memories, it was really special and the thick cut made it even more unique. Highly recommended. read more

The pastrami sandwich is the best one I had . It's actually a real pastrami home made . You cannot beat that ! Such a lovely couple . They def become my fav new place ! read more

Get there before 4pm And enjoy! Bomb pastrami Will go back forsure. Also not opened on the weekend. read more

Best Corn Beef I've ever had. You must try this place. The Owners are the nicest people. Anything you get is great. read more

Katz’s Deli - Specials - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California

Just had to go. It's a NY place to try. Pastrami was good. Pickles are great and the fries are ok. I was disappointed on the amount of pastrami on the sandwich. read more

Sooo Goood!! Hands down best Pastrami. I got the Pastrami with peppperjack cheese, mayo, both spicy and honey mustard, on seedles bread rye bread! It's a Must Try!! read more

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Sheldon makes this amazing pastrami sandwich! Best I ever had I'm speechless!!! Yelp needs more stars! read more

Slow service, overpriced sandwiches! We went here because my hubby saw a Tiktok video but it really wasn't great. The guy who was in the kitchen kept on complaining to his wife who was super busy taking orders for not helping out. I felt so bad for the wife. Food wise - 20 dollar pastrami sandwiches were not worth it at all. 8 dollar chicken soup was just mostly liquid. I dont understand how this place got this much rating tbh. Never trust Tiktok reviews!!! read more

How could a New Yorker drive by without stopping at Katz' Deli. In NYC the place is legendary. But guess what? No relation to the NY deli and its famed pastrami sandwiches! Despite that the quality of LA's Katz is outstanding. Sourcing from the infamous RC Provisions (same as Langers pastrami) this place is a godsend. They do a great job steaming their pastrami. Located in the back of a liquor store, the Cole Slaw is great - not too sweet, the chicken soup is excellent. And I'm going to come back for Wednesday lobster roll. The service is quirky and a little slow but there's no arguing with the quality at the Katz' read more

New deli counter in the back of the Village Market Liquor/Grocery Store. Despite the name, they are not affiliated with the legendary Katz's Delicatessen in NYC. The pastrami was very good, even if the sandwich was a bit bare bones. Matzo ball soup was great. Side dish (potato salad for me) was good but very small. It's good to have some real Jewish Deli food in Burbank, even if not on the level of Langer's or Brent's. I'll probably try it again. read more

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The food was amazing and delicious. The sandwich lived up to the hype. They took my order fast, and offered me options that was helpful as a new customer. They're hidden in the back of a liquor store. But the counter is maned and don't hesitate to go inside. read more

Katz’s Deli - Pastrami - Delis Near Me - Burbank, California