Deli Fit for Presidents

January 8, 2009 – 6:25 pm

By Petya Kirkova

The beauty of Manhattan comes in various shapes and forms. Some find it in the compelling architecture, and others are captivated by the never dying lights of colorful billboards and inviting signs for various Broadway shows. The City, as we New Yorkers call the island of Manhattan, is best known for its diversity which naturally brings along a wide array of cuisines.

On the same note, every neighborhood has a signature eatery, and if you happen to be in the Lower East Side, be sure to check out Katz’s Delicatessen. By no means let the name deceive you. This is not the Deli you have around the corner but a very famous one. Scenes from the movie “When Harry met Sally” were shot in Katz’s, and several presidents, including Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter, had wined and dined there in the past. In case you are slightly curious about who else had also visited Katz’s, walking around and looking at the numerous pictures on the walls can give you an idea.

Now you have a reason to go down to Houston Street, and we haven’t even mentioned the food yet. Katz’s Delicatessen is best known for the quality of the meat served there. It’s prepared on the premises and for what they offer the prices are rather reasonable, varying from $6.95 for a Double Burger to $15.75 for a Ruben sandwich, which you might end up taking home, because you most like won’t be able to finish. For our fellow Lower East Siders Katz’s is one yummy feature of the neighborhood and for everybody else another reason to take a trip to the City.