Wanted to update my review with new photos. This continues to be such a treat. I love their fresh pickles and fries. read more

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Having eaten Jewish culinary delights all over the country, I still look to New York City as to where the bar is set and Liebman's Kosher Deli sets it pretty high! In the Bronx, what was once a bastion of Jewish delicasies, there are few if almost none left. Save for Liebman's, who is still carrying the banner and flying it high for delicious, high quality, old school, Jewish deli food. Katz' on the lower east side may predate this little gem by almost 65 years (Katz' incredibly opened their doors in 1885) but this place more than holds its own and for MY money, has tastier cuts of meat than the latter. The waiter service was quick, friendly and prompt by a few good service industry "old timers" and that lends even more of a nostalgic feel to the joint. The fresh cut fries are amazing and remind me of those thick, potato, French fries you used to be able to get on the Coney Island boardwalk from the random food places OTHER than Nathan's soggy fries. The meat is lean and well seasoned, the pickles are crisp and cold and even the COLE SLAW (which I almost never eat) was AMAZING here. Check them out, you absolutely will keep coming back. read more

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This place has been a staple for a very long time. It makes really good sandwiches, although very pricey, but it's worth its weight in gold. I like that I don't have to go all the way downtown to get a hot pastrami sandwich from that other spot with all the tourists. This place gives more of an old fashioned diner vibe and the service is really good. They make the best Masa ball soup I ever had and I've had plenty. I say if you haven't been it's definitely worth a visit. Thumbs up and Happy Yelping! read more

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I was craving some pastrami So I took a ride to the Riverdale section of the Bronx. It was about a 30 minute drive Opened the hefty front entrance door. The man behind the counter said I could just walk back into the dining room I sat down at one of the spacious comfortable light green booths A young waitress brought over a menu. Lots of wonderful food. I decided on the half sandwich and soup for $20. First to be served a good portion of coleslaw and pickles. The coleslaw was very flavorful but not tart. The pickles were very crunchy with a good snap to them The sour pickles, were my favorite. But the half sour ones were quite good as well. Very good sized matzoh ball. Plenty of pieces of chicken and noodles carrots I did the broth test. Just tried some of the broth on its own. It was heavenly light flavorful, but not salty The chicken had a full flavor . The noodles were equally as good, not overcooked. Then it was time for digging into that matzoh ball. It was absolutely epic.!! Light and fluffy like a cloud. . It had a rich deep flavor. Every bite of the matzo ball was spectacular. I finished up every last drop of the broth In nearly 57 years, I've never had a better matzo ball soup!! My mouth was watering, when the pastrami sandwich arrived . Looking very good with the rye bread I took the first bite. It was just as good as it looked .I enjoyed the full flavor of the pastrami . Good amount of fat. Slightly smoky tasting . Very good bark. Not too salty. Thin cut. Great texture,. The bread was just the right thickness. It . supported the sandwich well. The mustard was really really good. Old-fashioned mustard with just the right flavor and texture. But didn't overpower the pastrami. The sandwich wasn't over stuffed. But plenty of meat . They do have an option of choosing over stuffed for an extra five dollars. But definitely not necessary IMO I also tried a Meet knish Corn beef mixed with pastrami. The knish itself was flaky and fresh not soggy. The corn beef and pastrami had a good balance to it I had to top it off the meal with a chocolate egg cream. It came out in an old-fashioned thick glass with ridges. It was bubbling, so I had it right away. Rich chocolate taste with the seltzer, perfect proportion of both the ingredients They complemented each other. Just like a chefs kiss. I drank it down to the very last drop. The service and atmosphere of the restaurant Was top notch . Music from the 50s and 60s played in the background The bill Very reasonable $43. A full pastrami sandwich would've been $25 Then $10 for the soup. But I think that the $20 for soup and half sandwich is a very good deal and would be filling for most people. My only disappointment was. This is the first time I've come I'll be making a return here in the very near future. I'd like to try some more of the side items like potato pancakes. Kasha stuffed derma. This is a real gem been around since 1953 They don't make them like this anymore. If this is on your bucket list, make sure to come here. You absolutely will not be disappointed. read more

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This Restaurant is a staple to the neighborhood. The make my pastrami sandwich just right. The flavors are spectacular and it's worth every bite. I love ordering my favorites cuts to take home to mane my own sandwich's. Staff are like family everyone knows everyone. Place is old nostalgic diner homely and welcoming. I love coming here weekly for my sour pickles! read more

Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Bronx, New York

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You can taste 70 years of tradition in every bite of a Liebman's Deli sandwich. The moment you walk in, the delicious smells hit you. The food is fresh and absolutely amazing, with portion sizes that don't disappoint. The staff is welcoming and makes sure you leave happy. The restaurant--and even the bathrooms--are clean and well-kept. If you're ever in the area. GET SOME!!!! read more

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Literally the best corned beef and pastrami sandwich I've had in my entire life. The pastrami just melted in my mouth and was incredible. The pickles and coleslaw were yummy as well. Service was nice and the shop is authentic. Would highly recommend! read more

Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen - Delis Near Me - Bronx, New York

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Ordered: Pastrami Reuben Sandwich (~$27): with sauerkraut and Russian dressing on toasted rye Liebman's Famous Hand-Cut Fries (~$10) Dr. Brown's Cel-Ray Soda (~$4) Aya's take: When you think of a New York Jewish deli, Liebman's should absolutely come to mind! The interior has old diner vibes and I was even surprised there was that many tables/seating available. These sandwiches are loaded with meat so we decided to share one. They're known for their pastrami so we got that on a Reuben Sandwich. The meat was stacked tall; they do not skimp at all! The pastrami was cut very thin and was a bit dry for my taste (compared to Katz's Deli for example). The coleslaw was some of the best I've had. It's not too heavy on the mayo, not too liquidy, not too tart - they've really perfected it over the years. I wasn't a fan of the toasted rye as it was super dry; I think not toasting the bread would've been better. The Famous Hand-Cut Fries were crispy, salty, and soft on the inside. Really nice bite! This was also my first time trying Dr. Brown's soda! The Cel-Ray flavor is celery soda which was so unique! It's basically a lighter version of ginger ale without the ginger taste. Very pleasant to sip on throughout my meal but not much flavor on its own. Good try if you're in the area! read more

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The best pastrami sandwich in the world Bronx by far! Try a knish also. You won't be disappointed.

Stopped here for a quick bite. The sandwiches are massive and absolutely delicious. The French fries are freshly made (maybe even cut in house??). I'm a Katz's fan but this place might be just as good, minus the crazy line. read more

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The best and only pastrami in the burrow I love this place. I wish they were closer to me. I drive 30 to 40 minutes out of my way just for the pastrami. All of their food is authentically delicious read more

Great classic Jewish deli. All your favorites are here. The service is good. Old-school nice and friendly. This is a neighborhood type place. read more

If you can't get in to Katz, this is the place for pastrami in the Bronx. Perfection. They moved out of 231 to a larger space a few blocks North read more

The pastrami sandwich was sooo good and definitely filling. The meat was flavorful and the portion was generous. The matzo ball soup was also really good and comforting. A little pricey but I'd say it's worth trying. read more

We Just finished eating our delivered meal. 1/2 sour pickles, matzo ball soup, huge potato knish, Pastrami, corned beef, cole slaw, rye bread, mustard & chocolate rugellah. Everything was just ok. The potato knish was huge but had no flavor. The Matzo ball was nice & soft but lacked flavor as did the soup. The rye bread was very fresh. The pastrami & corned beef was just adequate; not quite what i'm used to. The best of everything were the half sour pickles- nice crunch & flavorful & the raspberry & chocolate rugalleh!! This is the first time we have purchased from Liebman's Kosher deli & yes we are a little disappointed. However everything came packaged perfectly keeping everything cold & some items frozen & delivered as promised. We decided to try this deli & compare it to the other very famous New York Deli. We'll be ordering from Houston St next time. read more

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What a food adventure today! I decided to get out of the apartment for the day and venture out to the Bronx to get myself a Jewish deli that I had heard about for a time. It was worth taking three (yes, that is right), THREE trains to get there from South Brooklyn. For those of you who are scoring at home, I took the F to Jay St, switched to the A, took the A to 168th St, switched to the 1, and then took the 1 to 231st St, where I took an Uber to the restaurant. Overall it took me about two hours to get there. Quite the schlepp I should say. Some people might argue that going two hours for a deli is insane. It is, but at the same time, it is about the adventure, not necessarily the food itself. The fun of getting there is what makes it great. All the train rides, going through Manhattan, just seeing all the people through your trip and passing by some beautiful views of the city. It made me all the more excited when I got to the restaurant, which is very much an old fashioned Jewish deli with only a handful of tables. Nothing crazy, but it was pretty busy for a Saturday lunch. That is a good sign if people are waiting for tables. I got in no issues. The food was actually pretty good! Not half bad for what I was thinking I was going to get. Their Matzo Ball soup might be some of the best in the city. It is hearty, and made as such that only the Bronx could serve it. Chunks of chicken, thick carrots, perfectly cooked noodles, and one matzo ball with great flavor. This is definitely one Matzo Ball worth getting. No messing around and it comes out hot. This is why I made the adventure. I also had to try the Pastrami, Corned Beef, and Tongue. All three meats are delicious. Melty in your mouth, mounds of it, terrific coleslaw to boot, a nice Russian Dressing, it was so good and so large that I had to take it to go to bring home for later. That way I will have part of my meal as a lunch, and then the next day have lunch as well. No complaints about that! As a side, I had to get some Kasha Varnishkas. A little bit heavy on the onion, but I was able to pick around it. The longing for this side was apparent because it also is delicious. It felt like the Jewish holidays all over again. This is something I cannot easily find, and yet this deli serves up a good one. Thumbs up for me. At the end of the meal, because why not, I got a noodle kugel. It is a nice portion, but I can pass on it for a future visit. It does not bring much to the table and comes in fairly hot. I should have gotten a cookie, but I can get those at a bakery in Brooklyn. There is not much to be missed for dessert. Going home was even more of an adventure. This time, I walked to the nearby (about 20 minute walk) Metro North station, Marble Hill (right on the water and plenty of railfanning action). It is about a 25 minute train ride to Grand Central, where I switched to the 4 train, took the 4 train to Atlantic Ave, switched to the N, ultimately taking the N train home. By the time I got home, I needed a nap. Between the travel and the good food, I needed one. Quite the adventure, quite worth the experience. read more

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Food is delicious and service ls very pleasant. The most important aspect of the food and its presentation. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

A wonderful place with great selection and cozy charm. Corned Beef is fantastic and I was pleased with the portions too!

I've wanted to visit Liebman's for a long time and finally had the opportunity. After a 15-minute wait, I was seated in the middle row of tables. I was a little surprised how small the place was. Nonetheless, everyone was happy. I had the matzah ball soup, which was delicious, to start. I had a hotdog with relish and a meat knish. And a Dr. Brown's black cherry. I didn't order a sandwich but I could see they were huge. read more

Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen - Perfect bowl of matzah ball soup. - Delis Near Me - Bronx, New York

A great throwback deli parking and back to the era where New York neighborhood had a good kosher deli. Hot and knishes were amazing. The pastrami was a little dry, but I should've requested a fatty cut. Well I won't drive the 30 miles that it takes to get there, I will go out of my way whenever I'm in that section of the Bronx or Westchester to at least stop by and get a dog . read more

Such a cute deli with diner vibes seating. This is my first time at a Jewish deli and we were overwhelmed with choices. We had to wait a like bit for seats but that's because we went on a weekend and they were busy! Staff was super nice though and always came to check on us. We ordered the potato kugel and pastrami sandwich which came with pickles and coleslaw. Their coleslaw is THE BEST. I think about it everyday. It's perfectly sweet and tart and is so addicting. We ordered coleslaw to go just so we could eat more of it at home. I didn't care for the pickles because I like sweet pickles and they were salty pickles but they were super crunchy and refreshing. The potato kugel is very yummy, especially their tomatoe gravy. The gravy made us keep coming back to nibble on the kugel even though we were so full. The pastrami is great! It's not too salty and it's not excessively fatty either. It paired well with their mustard. read more

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I thought Liebman's was pretty good. Now that I've tried the big 3 Deli's in NYC,for Pastrami on rye I can compare. This is a very good sandwich, I got it over stuffed for an extra $5 $30 total. I can eat a lot ,and could only eat half at a time. The famous fries for $10 nah they aren't worth $10 maybe $3. Of the 3 this is the hardest one to get to unless you have a car. This wasn't the best tasting of the 3, but it was the best when it came to friendly service. This is more of a local place, unlike the other 2. I highly recommend trying it especially if you have a car it's way up in the Bronx. If you are wanting the best tasting, very long lines, super touristy this isnt the one. I'm happy I tried it but...... read more

Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen - Pastrami over stuffed - Delis Near Me - Bronx, New York

Your prices are getting outrageous. $25 pastrami sandwich. To go, I got two round potato knishes for $8 each and a quart of pickles for $15. No pickle juice added??? read more

Two Haiku Review: Iconic Jewish Delicatessen. Pickles and corned beef sandwich were the best I have ever had, huge portions too. Kind of pricey though. read more

Disappointment is the best I can do when I describe my order today of more than $150 plus worth of food as set forth below: 1/2 Sour Pickles (3) Black Cherry Diet Black Cherry Deli Salad Platter Combo Chopped Liver Tuna Salad Meat Knish Square Knish Liebman's Famous Hand-Cut Fries Signature Combination #7 Side by Side Combo Turkey Roast Beef $28.00 As a West Coast visitor where this type of deli does not exist, I had expected that I once again would be wowed by the food. Alas, it was only so-so and certainly not worthy of the price or the hype. We ordered a deli salad, combo sandwiches at $32 apiece, a side by side sandwich, which looked just like a regular sandwich, without any of the over flow of the contents that would expects out of such a costly delight. Not I do not wish to be a gutton but I had expected more for the money and this was just not righ. Because it was a takeout order, I had no chance to voice my displeasure other than in this forum.I would try again to eat at this establishment as perhaps the food will be more plentiful, but I hope they will do better since this was just so unexpected from Liebmam. Nonetheless, I guess it is to be expected in this era. So, do not expect the Katz deli experience even though you will pay the same prices and the quality will leave you wanting for sure! read more

Stopped here after the Yankee afternoon game and what a treat! Our waiter was amazing, but he's only there on Saturday. Brought great coleslaw and pickles. The only thing we didn't care for was the potato pancakes which were heavy and had just been warmed up. The matzo ball soup was amazing; we liked it so much that we bought some to take home for another day. The soup and 1/2 sandwich is an amazing deal really-so much food! Dessert was a little bit of everything-we got black and white cookies(same as everywhere else) a delicious chocolate babka, a good 7 layer cake and a delicious chocolate cake. We will definitely return-service was wonderful and even our toddlers were happy with the food. read more

Always on point, always gracious, healthy portions. The little older gentleman (I will add his name) that works there, he's been there forever. He always takes care of us without asking. Great man. Please don't go into a Hebrew Deli asking for cheese. At least act like a New Yorker. read more

Such a great addition to Ardsley! They have the best all beef hot dogs around! And their matzo ball soup is fire! read more

One of the last of a breed and how I wish it weren't. I can't say that the pastrami or knish were the best I've ever had, but they were the best I've had in a long time. The pastrami could have been more strongly spiced but it was warm and fatty and delicious. The kasha knish would have benefited from a little onion but it was clearly griddled and not microwaved. That's worth everything. Full and half sours and cole slaw on the table, just as it should be. The soup of the day, mushroom barley, is dairy restaurant style meaning no beef, but it was rather good. The deli looks like a deli, not hipster nor high-end. It's formica, fluorescent lights, and music from the 50's and 60's. Many of the customers are clearly regulars and are greeted like friends. The restaurant has been open since 1953 and I think the waiter has, too, but he was kind and brusquely efficient despite being busy. Oh, and the prices are high. Wanna know why? 1) The food is kosher. Kosher meat is expensive. 2) The sandwiches are large. Larger than many people really need. 3) For the amount you're paying, the value is there. read more

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Shame on me for being born and raised in the Bronx but never trying Liebman's until just recently. Call it life, call it me growing up on the other side of the borough - however you slice it, Liebman's is somewhat of an institution and somehow missed my radar. Anyway, my parents had recently started ordering from here and had great things to say, so when I was over the other night they recommended this place for dinner, so off we went. Liebman's original and iconic location is in the Bronx, though they also opened a location in Westchester and ship some of their products nationwide. The menu offers everything one would expect from a Kosher Jewish deli - sandwiches, knishes, latkes, soups, etc. In addition to dining in, they have an expansive takeout menu and offer catering. As I get older, I'm finding that I'm eating deli food less and less - partly due to my tastes changing and for overall health; however, Liebman's serves up super fresh food and for that reason alone I was excited to try. After browsing the menu, I decided to get some mazo ball soup, a spinach knish, and a turkey sandwich with tomato and horseradish mayo (on rye, of course). Everything was delicious - the soup tasted super fresh and wasn't overly salty which I appreciated. The knish was great, I don't *love* knishes but the spinach was a welcome flavor and I didn't want to leave without trying one; it was so big I had to save some for later. The sandwich was great - they used fresh turkey (vs. cold-cut style) and it was SUPER stuffed. The tomato was a good complement, and that horseradish mayo really took it to another level. The sandwich came with a side of cole slaw (also good), as well as more horseradish mayo; there's too much meat for the amount they put in the sandwich so supplementation is needed. Overall, Liebman's is definitely a yes - the history, the offerings, and most importantly the quality really make this place top-drawer. It's definitely worth stopping by and I look forward to my next visit. read more

As always the food is amazing but I feel like the prices continue to go up and up and up. I know it's 2025 and everything is continuously going up in price but these prices are starting to get a little crazy. I got three sandwiches French fries and a soup and paid 120 dollars I was like these are Manhattan prices. I won't be able to go in every week anymore it will be more like every month read more

Strongly recommend this establishment because the food is outstanding and the service is as equal. We ordered the 2 Turkey and 2 Brisket meals. Me thinking it was not enough I was surprised with their selection. It was amazing . The meals were to go so I didn't have the opportunity to experience the ambiance but I know it looked very nice, relaxing for any occasion. Please enjoy your experience at Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen. read more

No longer order from them. Prices are absurd, especially for second rate food, for example, vegetables are so overcooked they should be tossed and turkey is tasteless. But primarily it's the customer service. Whereas the local diner is gracious in making minor substitutions, asking the phone order person for a "carousel" of coleslaw (which is a smidgen) instead of salty pickles that one is not allowed to eat, practically engenders a tsunami, as in you have to purchase an amount you don't need or want. (And it's free as I recall when you eat in-house.) So discontinued ordering from them and that is that. read more

Even though I grew up less than 5 miles away, in Yonkers, I had never heard of Liebman's until best friend, Pots & Pans, mentioned it. It's also been around since 1953, so it must be doing a lot of things right. So I stopped in last evening for dinner with my niece's husband, Artie the Plumber. His first time also. Lots of open booths. We were waited on promptly, and both opted for the the "Liebman's Favorite" (warm corned beef and pastrami on a slice of rye, with thick cut steak fries, stuffed derma, and brown gravy). Let me back up a sec. I asked for a chocolate egg cream. Our server said, "Sorry, we don't offer them." For me, that's the first time I've ever heard of a Jewish deli / restaurant not offering egg creams....bummer. Cole slaw and pickles arrived. CS verrrry runny. Food was ok, not great. The meat was good, but not as lean as it could be. Stuffed derma extremely dry. Fries good when smothered w brown gravy. The Plumber rated his meal / experience a "3", I generously rated them a "4". Overall, 3 and 1/2 stars. read more

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Food is great Service is outstanding Ambiance is amazing welcoming and inviting Great servers Awesomeness read more

Oy vey... how had I never heard of this place? I came here after playing tennis at nearby Seton Park. I had matzo ball soup, potato pancake with applesauce, and finally, a hot dog. The food here is delicious, and the service was decent also. Can I just say... the men's bathroom here is immaculate? Very important. Definitely will be returning! read more

Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen - Frankfurter, Potato Pancake with Applesauce - Delis Near Me - Bronx, New York

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Really good corn beef and soup. Definitely recommend this spot if near Ardsley or Dobbs. Not cheap but not overpriced either.

Wonderful service! This was also the absolute best food I've had in all of the Bronx! read more

Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen - Liebman's special: corned beef/pastrami combo with mashed potatoes, incredible gravy, pickles, and coleslaw! - Delis Near Me - Bronx, New York

It's an old school deli so no fancy decor, and the counter is right at the door so that makes forming a line a bit awkward. So, if you call ahead an order it's unclear if you need to wait in line that goes outside the door or if you can go to pick up because it's unclear if it's okay to push passed the line to see if there's another line. I ordered a pastrami sandwich to go. Luckily the street when I went had plenty of (metered) parking, so pick up was easy. I had a bit of a drive to get home, and the pastrami was still warm when I got there. It is an expensive sandwich, but there's such a good, rich, salty, meaty quality to kosher pastrami, that it is totally worth it. They also include some sauces if you want to add any flavor, but it really doesn't need anything to get the best sandwich experience possible. It's a shame there aren't too many authentic kosher delis in NYC anymore, but this one still delivers on that experience. read more

Liebman's Kosher Delicatessen - Pastrami on club - Delis Near Me - Bronx, New York

I thought the Patrami and Matzah Ball Soup were both really good. As were the fries. Ample pickles and coleslaw. The pastrami was very expensive but that's sort of how these types of places are. There does appear to be an arbitrage opportunity on the half soup and sandwich. The decor is cool. read more

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