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Pastrami King
196 Merrick Rd, Merrick, NY 11566, United States
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St
Review №1

Always a great place to eat. They also have parking across the street. Place has a lot of seating and great go functions. I’d recommend to anyone looking for good food and especially pastrami and corned beef sandwiches. They also have parking across the street for your convenience.

Pa
Review №2

Just spent $70.00 on lunch, we came home to eat it only to find a wooden sandwich skewer sticking up out of a Philly cheesesteak!!!!! Could’ve choked or stabbed my boyfriend’s son in the mouth. I cannot believe the irresponsibility of such an oversight. As you can see the skewer is large!!! When I called the store to share this, I had to speak to three different people only to hear them tell me “it was meant to keep the sandwich together “. No apology, no sign of ownership, just affirmation that it’s a wooden toothpick. Such a lax attitude for a business to have!

CA
Review №3

The corned beef and cabbage dinner was disappointing because although the meat was good, the cabbage was very undercooked and couldnt even be cut easily. So the blending of tastes didnt happen...and it cost a steep $27. Wont go there again.

Ke
Review №4

Food and people there was great. Definitely will go back.

Ji
Review №5

Excellent choice today... great lean pastrami. Also had the southwest chicken salad. Both great.

Bo
Review №6

Person behind the counter was less than courteous, definite attitude. Bought a pound of pastrami and pound of corned beef, could not tell the difference between the two due to lack of flavor. At $30/lb expect a much better quality...been coming here for years, very disappointed.

De
Review №7

I’m so disappointed ☹️!!!! I’ve eaten there in the past with no problems. Today I ordered a pastrami sandwich. The meat was so tough it was like chewing on a rubber band!!! The bread wasn’t fresh as well as hard to eat. I would have returned it but I don’t lived in the area! I don’t usually do reviews but $17 this was a horrible experience!

Em
Review №8

3 sandwiches and 2 cookies for 64 dollars? Absolutely insane and slow service. Sorry to say.

Ch
Review №9

Thank you so much to joe and the wonderful waitress who took care of our party pf 5 Today . the pastrami was delicious as well as the Cole Slaw, Pickles and Everything else that we ordered . Looking forward to ReturningGreat Experience

Fr
Review №10

We ordered pastrami on rye. Pastrami was lean and plentiful. I had matzo ball soup, it was delicious. Grilled chciken ceaser salad I was told was very good. I highly reccomend.

Ma
Review №11

I absolutely love the pastrami from this restaurant. The prices are not cheap but the food is totally worth it. I have been eating knishes all my lift, the square knishes here are the best I have ever had. Even the pickles and the mustard are great. I strongly recommend this restaurant.

Je
Review №12

Great place. It has Potato knishs, Spinach knishs, and of course Pastrami knishs. They are all worth a bite. They are good people. Something wasnt put in our bag, we left, and out in the parking lot a man came over from the restaurant and told us. We went back and they gave us something special for free because they did not add it. Good place to go

RO
Review №13

My 1st time there and it was great Big sandwiches fries and onion rings all great 👍 Waitress was friendly and handled a group of 8 with ease This place is highly recommended

Pa
Review №14

Have to have their large pastrami the bread and trimmings. So good.

Da
Review №15

Next time I think Ill buy 1 pound and a loaf of rye bread and Im good for months. Best pastrami this side of the Mohonganela River.

jo
Review №16

I walked in purchased corned beef and bread, then i asked for a piece of apple strudel from a large piece sitting in a glass container, but there was a leftover piece alongside same container,iasked the lady serving me to cut off a piece from the whole strudel, a gentleman took the whole showcase in back and cut it there, when i got home after dinner i cut a piece of this strudel, it was old and didnt taste right,,,,Folks, when you ask for an item, such as a piece of strudel, why is it you have to take the tray and hide the fact of cutting or in this case giving the customer the left over piece...never, ever going back to Pastrami King.......

Bo
Review №17

Excellent Matzoh ball soup, stuffed derma, and Pastrami sandwich...not to mention great coleslaw, delicious garlic pickles, and very friendly service.

Mi
Review №18

Food excellent and prices are good. Portions are plentiful. Very good service as well

Do
Review №19

I had to try this place because a friend said it was the best pastrami he had on Long Island. So, I drive 15 miles to check it out. The owner Joe happened to be nearby and he walked me through my choices. I settled on a classic combination sandwich; pastrami and corned-beef on rye, a potato knish (baked), a hot cherry pepper and a couple of sweet and sour pickles. Cream soda to wash it down. MAN!! What a meal. The pastrami and corn beef was awesome (I nearly bit my finger on one of the bites). I will be back ... 👍👍

Is
Review №20

I ordered the roast beef sAndwich and fries. The meat was chewy and unedible. Fries were ehhh. Ripped off

Ma
Review №21

Great food and great service. Been eating here for over 10 years

eh
Review №22

Makes me think of all the times my dad and I would stop for a bite on the way home. Good good and good memories

Re
Review №23

We ordered the hot pastrami, hot brisket of beef and a matzo ball soup. The sandwiches ok. The soup was terrible. My mom has been making it for me since I was a kid. This soup was like as if they used a canned chicken noddle soup, warmed it up and tossed 1 matzo ball in it. Not a real recipe. Not worth the money. We will never go back.

An
Review №24

Great corned beef and pastrami. Nice food selection. Courteous people.

Ph
Review №25

Top of the line food so tasty it melts in your mouth, Yep got to have the pastrami on rye

Ch
Review №26

The pastrami was cooked perfectly it was juicy and delicious. Highly recommend

ar
Review №27

Excellent! We tried this place for the first time today. Everything we ordered was fresh, delicious, and made with care. Even packed with the utmost care for our delivery. Homemade and hot. Reminds me of old N.Y. We had the stuffed cabbage appetizer which was simply incredible. Knishes were delicious. Potato pancakes and mushroom barley soup made with love. The thin sliced pastrami sandwich was the best ive ever tasted! Even the pickles take me back to my childhood. Next time well try more menu items. Do not miss this place!!!

An
Review №28

Aint nothing special would not go there again dont know what the rave was about not something you cant get anywhere else serving pastrami or corned beef want good knishes go to knish nosh or knishery

Ri
Review №29

Large hot juicy pastrami, large hot moist knishesl,great food, great service, going back tomorrow . Nish Me !!!!!!!!

Ma
Review №30

It was very satisfying foodFresh not crowded

th
Review №31

The roast is never rareAlways medium to well

IR
Review №32

We live in Suffolk County where good food and consistently good food are scarce and not often enough paired together when reviewing restaurants. We stopped at this Nassau County eatery based on a recommendation from an attorney in Queens. The recommendation was spot on! We started off with matzah ball soup (delicious and very homemade tasting). We then ordered latkas and each of us had an overstuffed pastrami and beef brisket sandwich which were served with an ample amount of their fabulous coleslaw and pickles! Service was professional and delivery was with a smile. We cant wait to return!!!

Ly
Review №33

Purchased corn beef and pastrami from themthe meat tasted like it had been boiled no flavor at all super greasyoverly expensive and the clerk who served me had a nasty attitudenot going back dont bother going there the

Ro
Review №34

Great sandwich but crazy expensive.

Mi
Review №35

One of my favorite places to go to for a takeout meal.

Ge
Review №36

First timer alot of good food!!

Ba
Review №37

Pastrami brisket and corned beef were very good as well as the coleslaw . would return again

La
Review №38

Excellent food, pastrami and kinishes were top notch!

Ri
Review №39

Its a great pleasure that they are open again for their great food. We love this restaurant dearly! Best wishes for the future

Ch
Review №40

Expensive but worth restaurant appeared very clean when i used bathroom

Ma
Review №41

Best corned beef and pastrami combo sandwich!!

ca
Review №42

Biggest pastrami sandwich I ever had

Am
Review №43

Had their cold sandwiches and salads for a luncheon everything was delicious and fresh!!

Je
Review №44

Food was fantastic!

Ca
Review №45

As always the food was delicious and the place was pretty empty so it felt very safe

ha
Review №46

The food was excellent and the service was better than that 😋 👌 😉!!!!!

Da
Review №47

Great sandwich. Never disappoints. Fries with brown gravy was delicious. Always a good dinner.

Ge
Review №48

Clean establishment, good counter service, outstanding sandwich selection. Prices a bit high, but worth every cent when you see how much meat they pack into their sandwiches, WOW!. If you love Deli (like I do), and want a great deli sandwich, this a MUST SEE establishment. Highly recommended. DEFINITELY Worth the visit.

Na
Review №49

OMFG THIS PLACE IS AMAZING!!!Ok let me call down. I stopped here in my lunch break and honestly I didnt really know what to expect. Theoretically speaking, no one should get in the business of Pastrami unless they plan on going all out. The bar is very high. However Pastrami King lives up to the name.Personally, Im a purist. Pastrami on Rye with Mustard complimented with a Coke. The meat was so juicy and the bread was perfect as if it was made the same day. The sandwich was large enough for two to eat (a good way to save money) and I didnt get any sides as I knew it would be too much. Every bite was a brief moment in heaven. I had to stop myself from over eating it was so good.Simply put, go and enjoy the best Pastrami Sandwich Merrick has to offer...

Da
Review №50

Pricey but excellent sandwiches. Potato pancakes

Bi
Review №51

Pastrami sandwich was delicious. I’m from Brooklyn so I’m used to Katz and David’s Brisket House but this meat is absolutely delicious.

Kr
Review №52

I enjoyed my delicious pastrami.

Mi
Review №53

Thoroughly enjoyed the lunch. Pastrami was very good but could have been a little bit leaner. Portion size was really generous - you pay for it but... generous anyway. The place was clean and the toilets serviceable. The only downside was the server who reacted like he was doing us a favor by serving our table. Maybe just a bad day.

Ma
Review №54

Pricing is excellent for what you get. Came hungry leaving happy.😊

Lu
Review №55

I enjoyed Pastrami King. My sandwich was great. Service was fast. I plan to go back. God bless the owners and staff.

Ch
Review №56

You guys forgot the bread to my pastrami sandwich

Ja
Review №57

Have a great selection and really good food. Staff is very friendly and prices are very inexpensive. Very nice restaurant.

Al
Review №58

I love that place .when they was on queens Blvd my mom ate there for years im do glad they steal around

Su
Review №59

I ordered a sandwich with pastrami and corned beef. It was very good.

Sh
Review №60

Not as good as use to be

Gh
Review №61

Yummm best pastrami i have had!!!

Su
Review №62

We drove from West Islip to get the best sandwich Ive since devoured ..well worth the trip for this mountain high delight of expertly cooked roast beef..should have gotten pastrami or corned beef, but ya know when you just have a hankering for something?? Well today it was the beef..and it was gooood!!!

Mi
Review №63

The name suits them goodGreat quality food and service.M.

Mi
Review №64

Im just saying... Maybe they should pass the crown... AVERAGE for the price... Pastrami tasted good and the Roast beef was old.

Eu
Review №65

Great Jewish deli food.... Nice sit down service. Very clean and inviting restaurant.... Also has a take out counter... Parking is limited.... Great food...

Jo
Review №66

Great pastrami corned beef and fresh cut fries. They also have great salads and main courses. Friendly service and very clean place.

Do
Review №67

As always incredible dinner cornbread and pastrami. The Best.

Mi
Review №68

Well worth going there.

Ke
Review №69

Great service excellent sandwich

Sa
Review №70

I truly cannot say enough good about this place. We just had a party here for my sons 1st birthday, and everything was exceptional. The food was amazing, the pricing was great, the service was outstanding. The waitstaff went above and beyond. The space was beautiful, and perfect was our 35 guests. Every single guest was so pleased with their food and experience.This was the most stress-free party I have ever thrown, because they truly took care of all the details. My family and I were so happy to have found Pastrami King. It truly has a family-oriented feel.

No
Review №71

The ambiance is very old, but in a good way. It reminds me of a very old, family owned deli. The food was amazing! I had the corned beef sandwich with fries and both were very tasty and filling. Highly recommend going here for a special occasion

nu
Review №72

Great pastrami sandwich!

Af
Review №73

Great paztrami sandwich

Fr
Review №74

Ridiculously overpriced so so pastrami sandwiches. Nothing to write home about

St
Review №75

A sit down pastrami meal anyway you like it. A large menu with lots of variety. Fast table service. Ill be back. Cheesecake was on the menu too, I notice the cakes as I walked in the door. The looked good, maybe next time.

Br
Review №76

I rant about this place to everyone and anyone! I am not a local, but I drive to Pastrami King when I’m in a pastrami mood! +++ absolutely love this place, AND their desserts are delicious as well. I wish they were closer to me.

Br
Review №77

Everything I eat here is delicious. The pastrami, corn beef is out of this world! Even the pasta dishes are better then Italian restaurants!

Do
Review №78

What can be said about absolute perfection in food. The leanest pastrami I ever had and sooo delicious! Now if I could just stop and try something else!

Sc
Review №79

Wonderful delicious classics style pastrami sandwiches. Chicken soup that warms the heart. Matzo ball that would make your mama proud. Pickles and clausawHighly recommend. Price a little high.

Jo
Review №80

Delicious food. Pastrami to die for. Friendly service. If Im near this place. I eat 😋😋

Lo
Review №81

Always a yummy experience at Pastrami King without the trip and hassle of Manhattan. The pastrami and sour pickle combo is my favorite sandwich as a Fathers Day tribute to my Papi. Definitely worth the money and worth the trip. The service is also wonderful. Very nice staff.

Gl
Review №82

Delicious!

Ro
Review №83

Just got home to find the coleslaw,which was half liquid,was not closed tight and leaked all over everything.Annoying when you pay so much for food.

Ro
Review №84

Every time I come to NY from Boston I have to hit this place. They truly are the pastrami king- no doubt about it. I usually get take out from here, but the dining room is lovely as well. The prices are absolutely reasonable, if not too low for the quality of the food youre getting. The staff is always super kind, even when it takes me forever to figure out everything I want! I cant wait to come back soon!

Ba
Review №85

I’m a first time visitor to NY and a local suggested I try Pastrami King for a Pastrami on Rye with mustard and a half sour pickle. It was AWESOME and the service is first class. GRATEFUL

Ge
Review №86

Pastrami was good pickles tasted bad the cashier was not friendly at all snooty and no customer service courtesy at all not even a thank you or have a good day did not inquire on whether we wanted any toppings on the sandwiches. All in all will not go there again.too bad, I used to think they were the best.

Ga
Review №87

This is one one the few places where you can get a real pastrami sandwich This place is real. No Boars Head here. All of the other stuff is just as good.They have good real potato pancakes, home made turkey and roast beef. Simply delicious but pricey.

Ri
Review №88

My wife and I enjoyed lunch, food was excellent and staff handled a small issue with the order perfect.. definitely going back

Fr
Review №89

Pastrami and brisket was better than higher priced restaurants. The fries are made from fresh potatoes, that is why they appeared mushy and old. Most folks have never seen fries cooked from fresh potatoes.

Lu
Review №90

Yes, this place has great pastrami. Coming from NYC, I thought I would not find a place like this on the island. Their cheesecake is also first class.

Ni
Review №91

The Pastrami and Corned Beef is fantastic. Some of the best on Long Island.

EJ
Review №92

Service is great. Food is fabulous. Everything was wonderful. Parking is easy. Price was more than fair. Best pastrami on li.

He
Review №93

Great food

Ma
Review №94

Good food

Kr
Review №95

We just had our sons Christening party here and I cant say enough about how great it was. Joe was very helpful in providing recommendations as we planned and the staff was truly wonderful the day of. The waitstaff was so kind, quick and accommodating - they really made the party run so smoothly. The food is always delicious :)

Le
Review №96

Always the best for years and years.Mushroom/barley/beef soup better than mother used to make.Everyone happy and pleasant.

Ja
Review №97

Amazing home food. Any time. Any age. I am happy that i founded

Jo
Review №98

Large tasty sandwiches. Prompt courteous service.

Mr
Review №99

Sometimes depending on who takes your order at the take out counter the price changes for the same exact item, and its not a seasonal thing it could be something as simple as a soup or regular sandwich. When placing your order sometimes the workers cutting the meats on the other side Intervene speaking in there native language which at times can be a little uncomfortable when discussing pricing. Other than that the food, service, and all else is Good.

R
Review №100

Have a craving for some traditional Jewish cuisine? Not looking to do your typical Bens run? This is the place. Has a take out counter as well as sit down. Sit down is a little stuffy but nothing to extensively complain about probably just needs a updated decor and a more relaxed vibe.

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  • Address:196 Merrick Rd, Merrick, NY 11566, United States
  • Site:http://pastramiking.com/
  • Phone:+1 516-377-4300
Categories
  • Banquet hall
  • Sandwich shop
  • Deli
  • Restaurant
  • Salad shop
Working hours
  • Monday:11am–9pm
  • Tuesday:11am–9pm
  • Wednesday:11am–8pm
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:11am–8pm
  • Saturday:11am–8pm
  • Sunday:11am–8pm
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Highlights
  • Great coffee:Yes
Popular for
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Kids' menu:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
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