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    PJ Bernstein

    3.5 (279 reviews)
    ModerateDelis, Diners, Sandwiches
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Briyah P.

    So good! I got the corn beef sandwich and wow it did not disappoint. I was going to do the soup combo but I wanted all the meat. My friend got the pastrami and split pea soup. We shared a smoothie. All was yum. Classic NY Jewish style food.

    Pastrami Sandwich with fries. Ehhh lunch special.
    Glenn C.

    I went to this OK kosher-style delicatessen a while back. They have some OK specials and as I have passed by the place on numerous times, I figured I might as well stop in. Service was expected for a deli like this though she did fill the water quite often which was nice. One of the specials was half a deli sandwich on rye along with fries which I chose pastrami on seedless rye with some Russian on the side. It was also served with one sliced full sour pickle and one sliced half sour pickle along with a little thing of coleslaw. The pastrami was fine. It wasn't as tender or juicy as Sarge's (or Katz's/2nd Ave/Pastrami Queen/insert place here) and there wasn't as much meat as Sarge's being closer to Pastrami Queen in terms of portion. The seedless rye was a bit dry even with the meat so the Russian dressing helped a lot. The fries were OK. No crisp at all and presumably frozen/store bought. I would also have appreciated full pickles and not sliced and the coleslaw was tiny and alright. In short, everything was pretty small portioned but for lunch you'll get full. Outside of the reasonable price point, I don't exactly see the reason to go here outside of the old school atmosphere and if you're looking to spend a little bit less on delicatessen food. The meat is worse here and the stuff you get with your sandwich is both smaller portioned and worse than most other Jewish delis. Spend a few bucks more and go to one of the better delis. Mid/low 2

    Hot Pastrami Sandwich excellent
    Taxi G.

    Went for the pastrami and was glad I did. Excellent portion and thinly sliced. Most delis in N.Y. are very dry and tough .This was tender and moist. I place it at ties for best in Manhattan ( Katz and SnP). I'm under the impression the cutters worked at Katz. They were super fast and friendly. Nice diner very clean. I was greeted when I entered. Price is a few points less than Katz's and is not a tourist destination. Plus I didn't have to pay the MTA 9.00 punishment. Restrooms were clean Will return

    Half Turkey Sandwich w fries!!!! Crazy good.
    Peter I.

    I love small delis. This is one of my favorites, maybe 10 tables and a to go counter. The meats could not be fresher, and the fries could not be better.Christy took such great care of me and packed up what I couldn't eat, which was a lot in a little box and I was on my way a very happy diner. If you're on the upper Eastside in New York, you have to stop by and have a bite, I also hear the soups are unbelievable.

    Whitney D.

    This Upper East side staple has been around for a while. Great Jewish deli and they have awesome Knishes. I usually get turkey sandwich or pastrami. Their frenchfries are good too. They have plenty of seating and it is a laidback diner place. Service has always been good whenever I have come.

    Matzoh ball soup

    Solid option for a Jewish deli. The matzoh ball soup was very good. The half corned beef was good, not great. Friendly service and good value for the price.

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    2 months ago

    best pastrami and matzah ball soup in the city. Great service, quality is fantastic. it's a family owned, NYC staple - 10/10 must go

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    I'm obsessed with this place. The latkes are amazing. The service is awesome and everyone is so nice.

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    Very good traditional Jewish deli. Huge sandwiches great pastrami kasha varniskas. Fair prices . Speedy delivery

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    The food has gone significantly down hill and the prices are positively offensive. They should be ashamed.

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    One of my favorite places! I usually order the pastrami on rye to go. The motza ball soup is really good too.

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    Great food and service! We've been coming here for years. Highly recommend for an authentic NY deli experience!!

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    After our Italy trip I was craving a nice focaccia sandwich they are so good out there so why not…read moretry & find something reasonable out here? Enter this place! First time around we came in, got 2 Pinot Grecio for drinks, not bad wine goes well w the sandwiches. Sandwiches we tried, La Schiacciata del boss , soo good love the truffle cream next the La Goloza , such a great combo w the mortadella & pesto. Next time around we had La Toscana , another great sandwich w the salami, pecorino & truffle honey. & La paradiso very good as well with the mortadella, Stracciatella & pistachio cream. You gotta love the fresh ingredients & freshly baked focaccia it comes out pipping hot, that alone is mouth watering. Restaurant is small & can feel a bit cramped either while u wait or if u get lucky & get a seat. There's limited seating, quick service, price wise on the high side but the sandwiches are delicious , definitely worth a try this was a great find. This places scratches the focaccia sandwich itch perfectly.

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    0.9 miMidtown East

    Gave us meat in a vegetarian sandwich…read more Gluten free order had normal bread. Good think we caught it before our celiac colleague took a bite. When we complained they just shrugged. Horrible. Dont go here if there are any dietary restrictions. They don't care that they're making FOOD. They will haphazardly ignore all health and safety considerations

    Just had one of the worst customer service experiences in my life at this location. I placed my…read moreorder online and waited a little long before heading to the location to pick it up to give them a bit more time. After arriving I waited at least another 30 minutes and was not serviced - meanwhile they tended to all walk-in customers leave a large group of customers that ordered online to wait. To help, one of the staff announced they would expedite the orders of for those of us waiting if we went over to the walk in line. This was not based on who had been waiting the longest but who got to the other line first - seriously? I finally got to the line near an hour after I originally placed my order. Was told there was no manager on staff. When asked for them to upgrade my order due to the inconvenience, I was originally told that they could increase the bread but but not the sandwich contents - seriously?! After two of the workers start responding aggressively - telling me I "was doing too much", someone that I can only assume was the team lead took my order and made my sandwich. I understand the crew can only do so much - but their lunch time system is ridiculous and some of their staff need customer service training. They had my eye twitching. Avoid this location if you would like to avoid raising your blood pressure over lunch.

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    3.6(53 reviews)
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