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Whenever I'm in Beverly Hills I get a craving to go to Nate n' Al's for Jewish soul food. Today I had the matzoh ball soup and knish with gravy. The soup was comforting but a tad too salty. The knish was just as expected - nicely seasoned potato wrapped in thin pastry. Nothing fancy but it satisfies my nostalgia. My husband went with the pastrami with a side of Russian dressing. He loved it and we both had leftovers for tomorrow. Service is good. Old school diner/deli vibe. Good people watching.
Awesome breakfast and lunch options Food is amazing ! Service is great ! Always asking if we need anything Clean environment to eat there is outside sitting as well Well recommended
Nate & Al's has been around a long time, dodged a near-closing during Covid, and remains a favorite among the Beverly Hills folk who may not know better or may have forgotten what a truly good deli is. Oh, it presents as a textbook Jewish deli of old, with traditional brown booths and paneled dividers, dark Formica tables, and a menu featuring the greatest hits of deli dining. But the food here is overpriced and underwhelming, like so many of the other delis around town these days. The staff is nice, for sure. They welcome you with smiles, seat you quickly, and immediately offer you drinks. Everything is clean and well-preserved, so you feel like you're in for a great meal. I ordered my usual: Pastrami on Rye, Russian Dressing on the side, with Potato Salad. To drink: Dr. Brown's Cel-Ray, the very best soda for cutting through the richness of deli meat. The sandwich came promptly, and looked quite nice. The portion was appropriate for a normal sandwich (as opposed to being ridiculously stuffed), and the pastrami was nicely marbled. But looks can be deceiving. The bread was a bit too dense -- possibly made that way, or possibly a touch stale. Either way, after 2 bites I abandoned the bread and just ate the meat. The pastrami, while juicy with a soft texture, lacked flavor. I believe they bring their meat in from a purveyor, and the lack of inspiration is evident. Potato salad was also generously portioned, but had far too much mustard, and the result is a side dish that feels more Southern Picnic than Lower East Side. Again, this is a Deli serving a so-so sandwich at a price nearly the same as Katz's in NYC, and it's a shame. It's just not worth it. I've come to find that the best pastrami in Los Angeles is being served at places Johnny's in West Adams or on special at BBQ places, and usually at 2/3's the price. When it comes to Nate & Al's, I wouldn't say never go, but I wouldn't expect much bang for your buck -- or in the case of the pastrami sandwich, your 27-bucks.
Cool deli. Food was good but pricey (LA prices). Bit of a wait but I mean what can you expect from a restaurant on Father's Day. Nice seating on the outside. Great people watching.
Conveniently located near UCLA, came here for early dinner with my baby Bruin. This place is a foodies paradise. Breakfast options are served all day, which is perfect for me because who likes the flexibility of ordering a lox bagel anytime the craving hits. Also a lot of delicious options for pastries, pies, and treats. I love that this place gives you a pickle plate. My favorite were the pickle chips. I could eat those all day. I ordered a matzo ball soup with chicken and bagel chips. Definitely amazing and the perfect dinner that leaves your belly warm on a cold winter day. The service here is excellent, prices are reasonable, portions are big, plenty of seating options, and parking is nearby at the parking garage. Highly recommend the coffee cake. Definitely hits the spot paired with coffee. I also ordered sliced rye bread to go. I definitely recommend ordered 1/2 a loaf unless you have a big family or a gathered then order the whole loaf. Also recommend putting it in the fridge if you need it to last longer. Overall, this place is amazing and I look forward to my next visit!
Had Saturday lunch with my UCLA-student son. What a fun spot! We were seated quickly, though it was busy. We have been checking off old-school Jewish-style delis around the greater LA area, so Nate'n Al's was a natural choice. Normally, I get a pastrami sandwich, but my wife wanted to share a sandwich and you guessed it--turkey. Don't get me wrong, it was a good turkey sandwich, but not a pastrami sandwich. My son ordered the pastrami, and it was excellent. I shared the matzo ball soup with my wife, which was very good. The pickle platter on the table was a nice touch, and the shoestring fries on the side were a winner. I thought the service was quite good, especially for such a busy place. Next time, I am going straight for the pastrami. Love Nate'n Al's. 5 stars.
Iconic classic deli. The staff is friendly, the kind that somehow knows your order before you even open the menu. Pastrami on rye? Always solid. Matzo ball soup with bagel chips? Mandatory. The outside patio is perfect for people watching, and their bagels, lox, whitefish, and all the deli goodies are fresh and ready for breakfast, whether you're solo or with friends.
You can never go wrong with an old school deli that serves the classics with a smile. When you walk in, the dining room decor immediately transports you to another time...the pristine wood paneling and vinyl upholstery are a throwback to when menus weren't fussy and the food was fabulous. We shared potato latkes and chicken pot pie pockets and our server, Daniel, immediately advised us that the pot pie pockets would "take a little longer. Is that okay??" You'd better believe it was okay, because those babies were flaming hot and tasted amazing. The potato latkes were perfectly crisp on the outside and so, so good. Great food is definitely worth waiting for! 10/10 definitely recommend!
Our food was delicious! We had (of course!) matzoh ball soup, chicken noodle soup, chopped liver sandwich, roast beef sandwich, chicken pot pie and Nova salmon on bagel with the works .. followed by rugelah, chocolate cream pie, banana cream pie and the black/white cookie. SOOO delicious. We were seated pretty quickly on a packed Christmas Day and our meals came in a very timely manner. Our server was Deborah... very nice and professional. Even though she was at the end of her shift on a VERY busy day she maintained her cool and total service to our table. Very clean with a dedicated staff. We had a worthy experience which is deserving of a 5 star review.
Excellent! I got the "New York", which is Pastrami, Cole Slaw, and Russian dressing on Rye, with some potato salad. I can't say enough good about this!! Great pastrami, great rye, and the potato salad was on point for sure (not something you can say very often). I'll be back!!
Great spot for lunch! It has a fun nostalgic vibe and a menu full of deli classics. Love their latkes, soups, and whitefish salad. Easy to get in and out too.
The tradition deli in the hart of Rodeo Drive. You can find a good place to eat and not pay a fortune. The food is the delicious and comfort meal, nice service, and ambience is the family place , you can see the customers know each other. My family from Arkansas enjoyed it. After, you can visit The Brainwashed museum.
Amazing food, quick service, and a perfect deli! Loved our server! We were immediately sat down and given menus! Got multiple refills on drinks!
2 months ago
Nestled in the heart of Beverly Hills, Nate 'n Al's isn't going to win any awards for interior design. Old-school booths, a deli counter, and décor that basically says, "We were here before you could afford to shop on Rodeo Drive." But when it comes to the food, this place can hang with the best New York delis. And before we even ordered, out came the complimentary pickle platter--several varieties of pickles, because apparently at a real Jewish deli, amuse-bouche is French for "here's a plate of cucumbers soaking in vinegar." Sweet, sour, half-sour, crunchy--basically a pickle flight without the Beverly Hills price tag. The matzo ball soup was top-notch--soup simplicity at its finest. Rich chicken broth, a moist and tender matzo ball, noodles, and carrots. Nothing fancy, nothing reinvented, nothing served with microgreens or truffle foam. Just exactly what matzo ball soup is supposed to be. Then came our off-menu creation: corned beef and turkey with house-made coleslaw and Russian dressing on toasted sourdough. It arrived piled high enough to require FAA clearance, yet somehow the structural integrity was flawless. I ate the entire thing without a single piece of shredded cabbage escaping onto the plate. If Nate 'n Al's ever gets out of the deli business and goes into general contracting, hire them immediately. With sandwich-building skills like these, they could put up an 80-story high-rise on the San Andreas Fault and not lose a window. The atmosphere is equally authentic. A couple of the servers looked like they could have walked straight onto the set of The Sopranos without an audition. One compact, old-school Italian-looking gentleman in particular had me wondering whether my sandwich came with a side of "fuhgeddaboudit." So forego the fancy Beverly Hills lunch where your entrée arrives under a silver dome and costs about the same as a car payment. Go to Nate 'n Al's, get a real deli sandwich and a bowl of matzo ball soup, then walk a few steps over to Rodeo Drive and spend all the money you saved. Old school. No pretense. Serious deli. And apparently some of the finest sandwich engineering in Southern California. read more
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Laura D.
Eric, your review made our day! Thank you for taking the time to…
19 days ago
My first job was at a Jewish deli, so this type of cuisine is very close to my heart. You can park for free for the first two hours right next door at the public parking structure next to the Starbucks. This place feels very old, but it's quaint in its overall atmosphere with the booths, and the large variety of options at the deli counter. The service was nice and friendly enough, and our food was delivered quickly. We ordered potato pancakes, which were thick and crispy, but not really flavorful. The applesauce and sour cream was watered down and thin. I ordered a 'Sky High' type of sandwich, which is corned beef with thousand island (Russian) dressing, Cole slaw and Swiss cheese on rye. Again, my sandwich was ok and the potato salad was not great. Even the Russian dressing tasted watery. My lunch date had a nova lox plate 'with the works' with an everything bagel. If you order 'with the works,' it costs extra which I think is silly for tomatoes, capers, and onions- especially if those items should already be on a lox plate. Overall, I thought the food was just ok in comparison to the many delis I have been to in my life. read more
We came here Saturday Aug 1, 2026. We enjoyed the pickles and the challah bread. Also the matzo ball soup was delicious and the reason we come here. My husband got the Reuben. I got the egg salad and the potato salad. We have come here before and every time the food and service are great. It's a cute little deli, clean and in the middle of Beverly Hills so you can walk around after you eat this delicious food. Highly recommend! read more
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Laura D.
Thank you so much for the fabulous review, Lacey! We're looking…
Whenever I'm in Beverly Hills I get a craving to go to Nate n' Al's for Jewish soul food. Today I had the matzoh ball soup and knish with gravy. The soup was comforting but a tad too salty. The knish was just as expected - nicely seasoned potato wrapped in thin pastry. Nothing fancy but it satisfies my nostalgia. My husband went with the pastrami with a side of Russian dressing. He loved it and we both had leftovers for tomorrow. Service is good. Old school diner/deli vibe. Good people watching. read more
Nate & Al's has been around a long time, dodged a near-closing during Covid, and remains a favorite among the Beverly Hills folk who may not know better or may have forgotten what a truly good deli is. Oh, it presents as a textbook Jewish deli of old, with traditional brown booths and paneled dividers, dark Formica tables, and a menu featuring the greatest hits of deli dining. But the food here is overpriced and underwhelming, like so many of the other delis around town these days. The staff is nice, for sure. They welcome you with smiles, seat you quickly, and immediately offer you drinks. Everything is clean and well-preserved, so you feel like you're in for a great meal. I ordered my usual: Pastrami on Rye, Russian Dressing on the side, with Potato Salad. To drink: Dr. Brown's Cel-Ray, the very best soda for cutting through the richness of deli meat. The sandwich came promptly, and looked quite nice. The portion was appropriate for a normal sandwich (as opposed to being ridiculously stuffed), and the pastrami was nicely marbled. But looks can be deceiving. The bread was a bit too dense -- possibly made that way, or possibly a touch stale. Either way, after 2 bites I abandoned the bread and just ate the meat. The pastrami, while juicy with a soft texture, lacked flavor. I believe they bring their meat in from a purveyor, and the lack of inspiration is evident. Potato salad was also generously portioned, but had far too much mustard, and the result is a side dish that feels more Southern Picnic than Lower East Side. Again, this is a Deli serving a so-so sandwich at a price nearly the same as Katz's in NYC, and it's a shame. It's just not worth it. I've come to find that the best pastrami in Los Angeles is being served at places Johnny's in West Adams or on special at BBQ places, and usually at 2/3's the price. When it comes to Nate & Al's, I wouldn't say never go, but I wouldn't expect much bang for your buck -- or in the case of the pastrami sandwich, your 27-bucks. read more
Conveniently located near UCLA, came here for early dinner with my baby Bruin. This place is a foodies paradise. Breakfast options are served all day, which is perfect for me because who likes the flexibility of ordering a lox bagel anytime the craving hits. Also a lot of delicious options for pastries, pies, and treats. I love that this place gives you a pickle plate. My favorite were the pickle chips. I could eat those all day. I ordered a matzo ball soup with chicken and bagel chips. Definitely amazing and the perfect dinner that leaves your belly warm on a cold winter day. The service here is excellent, prices are reasonable, portions are big, plenty of seating options, and parking is nearby at the parking garage. Highly recommend the coffee cake. Definitely hits the spot paired with coffee. I also ordered sliced rye bread to go. I definitely recommend ordered 1/2 a loaf unless you have a big family or a gathered then order the whole loaf. Also recommend putting it in the fridge if you need it to last longer. Overall, this place is amazing and I look forward to my next visit! read more
8 months ago
Had Saturday lunch with my UCLA-student son. What a fun spot! We were seated quickly, though it was busy. We have been checking off old-school Jewish-style delis around the greater LA area, so Nate'n Al's was a natural choice. Normally, I get a pastrami sandwich, but my wife wanted to share a sandwich and you guessed it--turkey. Don't get me wrong, it was a good turkey sandwich, but not a pastrami sandwich. My son ordered the pastrami, and it was excellent. I shared the matzo ball soup with my wife, which was very good. The pickle platter on the table was a nice touch, and the shoestring fries on the side were a winner. I thought the service was quite good, especially for such a busy place. Next time, I am going straight for the pastrami. Love Nate'n Al's. 5 stars. read more
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Laura D.
The pastrami is our favorite too, Patrick! Thank you for the great…
11 months ago
Iconic classic deli. The staff is friendly, the kind that somehow knows your order before you even open the menu. Pastrami on rye? Always solid. Matzo ball soup with bagel chips? Mandatory. The outside patio is perfect for people watching, and their bagels, lox, whitefish, and all the deli goodies are fresh and ready for breakfast, whether you're solo or with friends. read more
3 days ago
You can never go wrong with an old school deli that serves the classics with a smile. When you walk in, the dining room decor immediately transports you to another time...the pristine wood paneling and vinyl upholstery are a throwback to when menus weren't fussy and the food was fabulous. We shared potato latkes and chicken pot pie pockets and our server, Daniel, immediately advised us that the pot pie pockets would "take a little longer. Is that okay??" You'd better believe it was okay, because those babies were flaming hot and tasted amazing. The potato latkes were perfectly crisp on the outside and so, so good. Great food is definitely worth waiting for! 10/10 definitely recommend! read more
Our food was delicious! We had (of course!) matzoh ball soup, chicken noodle soup, chopped liver sandwich, roast beef sandwich, chicken pot pie and Nova salmon on bagel with the works .. followed by rugelah, chocolate cream pie, banana cream pie and the black/white cookie. SOOO delicious. We were seated pretty quickly on a packed Christmas Day and our meals came in a very timely manner. Our server was Deborah... very nice and professional. Even though she was at the end of her shift on a VERY busy day she maintained her cool and total service to our table. Very clean with a dedicated staff. We had a worthy experience which is deserving of a 5 star review. read more
5 months ago
Excellent! I got the "New York", which is Pastrami, Cole Slaw, and Russian dressing on Rye, with some potato salad. I can't say enough good about this!! Great pastrami, great rye, and the potato salad was on point for sure (not something you can say very often). I'll be back!! read more
10 months ago
Great spot for lunch! It has a fun nostalgic vibe and a menu full of deli classics. Love their latkes, soups, and whitefish salad. Easy to get in and out too. read more
The tradition deli in the hart of Rodeo Drive. You can find a good place to eat and not pay a fortune. The food is the delicious and comfort meal, nice service, and ambience is the family place , you can see the customers know each other. My family from Arkansas enjoyed it. After, you can visit The Brainwashed museum. read more
2 months ago
9 months ago
Amazing food, quick service, and a perfect deli! Loved our server! We were immediately sat down and given menus! Got multiple refills on drinks! read more
14 days ago
3 months ago
Great traditional New York style Jewish deli. Bright friendly interiors and super friendly staff. Very family friendly. Bakery and take out counter. Pickles! Corn beer and pastrami sandwiches! Located in the hip Beverly Hills shopping street. Don't forget some cake, pie or cookies to go! read more
7 months ago
This place totally hit the spot! I stopped by spur of the moment and was so happy I did. First of all, those delicious, crispy pickles.. I need all a bucket of them! They bring you a plate before your meal so you will get to sample. I was craving Tuna so I got a classic Tuna on toasted sourdough. It was perfectly yummy. The side of coleslaw was excellent as well. Service was quick and friendly. I wish I lived closer because this would be on the rotation. The deli case looked nice and stocked with goodies. read more
3 months ago
5 months ago
The deli is always great. It's expensive but what deli isn't... The service was great and this food was equally fantastic. read more
Easily one of my favorite Jewish delis in LA and definitely my favorite in Beverly Hills. As you would guess they have a huge menu filled with tons of options which is one of my favorite things about delis. Inside is large with tons of different booths as well as a large bakery area where you can get all sorts of baked goods to go. They don't have a dedicated parking lot however there is an underground parking garage on the same block with first 2 hours free parking. Our server was polite and everything that we ordered came out very fast. Just like most delis I would say pricing is more than it should be though. It's not as much as a trendy restaurant but still more than a solid LA diner. For my dinner I chose the Corned Beef Sandwich and it was one of the best I have ever had. It was so juicy and bursting with flavor. I tried to get the Onion Roll but they were sold out so I opted for the Kaiser Roll instead and it was a good choice. I honestly loved every bite and I already want to go back and try more dishes. I wish they would have more soup options but honestly the flavors here are great and I would recommend to any fan of delis or to anyone visiting Beverly Hills. read more
6 months ago
Came here to get a corned beef sandwich for St. Patrick's Day after an appointment at Cedar's. I got the recommended corned beef sandwich with double rye bread , side coleslaw.. but not sure if I was supposed to put my own dressing for it, the meat was definitely very good. But I needed some sauce for it to be a perfect sandwich. Loved the coleslaw! I'll give it a chance next time if I do get a recommendation to what to put in my sandwich along with the corned beef. read more
9 months ago
Been wanting to try this place for years and the overall experience was good. Our waiter Shawn was patient and friendly. The food came out quickly. The restaurant and bathrooms were clean. We enjoyed our matzoh ball soup, cheese blintzes, potato latkes, and sandwiches. The coleslaw was a little too sweet for my liking, but overall still ok. Not a lot of vegetarian options, but we appreciated that there was an egg salad sandwich. Not a must-try in my books, but a good option for old-school Jewish deli. read more
6 months ago
When I think of delis and diners, I think of really good food that doesn't break the bank. Unfortunately, Nate'n Al's does break the bank with most of their sandwiches being around $30, but also unfortunately, they're REALLY freaking good. My mom and I ordered the Brentwood (brisket sandwich with coleslaw and Russian dressing) and the Reuben and both were just incredible. Both were loaded up with tender, juicy meat. The coleslaw was delicious and the side of fries were great I think I vacuumed them up in 30 seconds. I would definitely recommend getting them on rye bread. We also tried the banana cream pie and that was one of the most delicious slices of pie I've ever had. I wold've never thought to order that myself, but it was really moist and the custard part of the pie was so flavorful I would definitely go back just to get that. I also ordered a black and white cookie and that was pretty good too. The service was quick and friendly and this place had that classic deli vibe with the big counter at the front and all of the brown leather booths. Parking is a bit annoying here because you're pretty much in the heart of Beverly hills, but there's street parking and plenty of paid lots in the area. read more
I was really early for a doctor appointment and stopped in for a bite. David was my server and was ever so gracious. He set me up with water and a pickle plate. I chose the Grilled Cheese on seeded Rye. Something I would never make at home. Came with skinny fries. The sandwich was really good. The fries were a bit crunchy for me. Nevertheless, a decent lunch at a good price in Beverly Hills. read more
I love Nate'n Al's. I have been struggling to find a place like this in the Bay Area but moving forward I'll make and effort to go here whenever I'm in LA. As a solo diner I've always felt welcomed and love the old school vibe to the restaurant. The first time I came I had the pastrami sandwich on rye and really enjoyed it. It's comfort food for me. This time around, I came for brunch and decided to go all out. I ordered pastrami and eggs, which came with an onion bagel and hash browns. The pastrami was chopped into small pieces gave the eggs lots of flavor. The hash browns were flattened thin and crispy and the onion bagel was nice and chewy. I also ordered a cold slaw on the side. For dessert I ordered a warm chocolate babka. Yes that's a lot of food for one person. Granted, I didn't finish everything but everything was delicious! My server Shanice was awesome and she kept checking in on me. I ended up taking the bagel and half the babka to go so I can snack at the airport. One thing good about Nat'n Al's is that after a huge meal like that, you can walk around the shops to burn off all the calories. read more
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What's good here for breakfast?
SO SO SO Many things . It just depends really on what your craving in the morning Sweet or Savory ? Check out our Menu online , and BTW we serve breakfast all day :D.
Do you serve, gluten-free pancakes, French toast, or waffles or gluten-free bread/toast/bagels?thx!
Probably not. They have a very limited menu now
When are they closing their Beverly Drive location and moving?
Nate n Al's reopened for takeout only and limited hours 05/16/2020 !
Do they take reservations?
Yes they do. Make sure you get the name of the person you talk too.
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