Craving a taste of old New York? Sarge’s Delicatessen & Diner stands ready to transport you back in time. This isn’t just any deli it’s a landmark. Abe Katz a retired NYPD sergeant founded Sarge’s in 1964.
Sarge’s is a classic Jewish deli. It’s a kosher-style restaurant in Manhattan. For decades it has served classic deli fare. Think matzo ball soup and towering pastrami sandwiches.
Step inside Sarge’s. The decor is pure old-school deli. Tiffany lamps cast a warm glow. Naugahyde booths invite you to relax. The air smells of cured meats and simmering soups. Waitresses rush about serving hungry customers. This is New York.
Sarge’s is known for its commitment to quality. Ninety-nine percent of their food is made from scratch. Their meats are cured in-house using Abe Katz’s original recipes. This dedication to tradition sets Sarge’s apart. They make their own fries too.
Sarge’s corned beef and pastrami are legendary. The secret is in the spice blends. Abe Katz formulated these rubs. They are still in use today. Customers rave about the quality.
Have you heard of rolled beef? It is an endangered deli meat. Sarge’s is one of the few places that still makes it. It’s a pastrami and salami hybrid. The pink-hued meat has a mythical status.
Sarge’s is also famous for “The Monster”. It is New York City’s largest sandwich. This massive creation features layers of pastrami. It also has corned beef roast beef roast turkey salami lettuce tomatoes and Russian dressing. It can feed three to four people.
Sarge’s has faced challenges over the years. A three-alarm grease fire closed it for 15 months in 2012. Andrew Wengrover a fourth-generation owner oversaw the reopening in 2014.
Sarge’s has appeared on TV. It was featured in Food Paradise. It also served as a filming location. The 1990 documentary My Dinner With Abbie used Sarge’s.
Sarge’s is more than just a deli. It’s a piece of New York history. It is a testament to tradition and quality. So grab a sandwich and experience the magic for yourself. Taste the love.