Katz's Delicatessen
The 1888 Lower East Side deli famous for hand-carved pastrami on rye and the ticket system every visitor fumbles.
Example
A ticket is pushed into your hand at the door, each counter stamps it with what you order, and you hand it over as you leave. Lose it and there is a fee.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the ticket system at Katz's work?
Everyone gets a ticket entering. Each counter stamps it with what you order and you pay on the way out. Losing it costs a fee and real embarrassment.
Is Katz's worth the price of the sandwich?
Yes, once. It feeds two, the quality is real and the room is a living museum. Go at off-hours to dodge the worst lines.
Counter service or table service at Katz's?
The counter is the classic route, where the carver hands you a taste while slicing. Table service exists but adds a surcharge and skips the best part of the visit.
