Fodor's Expert Review 2nd Ave Deli
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Upper East Side
Brunch
Fodor's Choice
The second generation operating this legendary, traditional kosher Jewish deli moved its enormous corned beef and pastrami sandwiches and buckets of pickles uptown from the original longtime location on 2nd Avenue in the East Village, keeping the name and the menu. That also includes hearty soups, wursts, blintzes, and potato pancakes. Upstairs is an upscale cocktail lounge that opens at 5 pm daily and has a limited bar menu. A deli-only location is in Midtown East.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Matzah ball soup
- Bagel and lox (smoked salmon) platters
- Upstairs cocktail lounge