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- Jan 16, 2023
Very good old school Jewish deli. Came here for lunch the other day and had a nice classic corned beef and pastrami sandwich.
Meat was nice and hot and the bread was very fresh. Got a kanish on the side which was a little different then a kanish I'm used to but was yummy just the same and very big.
To order you can either dine in or to go and the service was very fast, even with a bit of a lunch crowd.
I've seen some negative comments on the service which seems to me like the guys working there are just very to the point, not overly friendly but not rude either. Regardless, they were helpful and fast.
Would definitely recommend if you're in the area and looking for some good quick jewish deli.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Deborah P.NY, NY94425Jul 27, 2023Updated review
Love this deli and keep coming back for more the Kensington deli is the most amazing place to eat it gives your heart and soul a treat! I'm actually thinking about going there this weekend for my plans are set and the deli is open and it's first on my list and they always exceed the score on the test !!!
Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 2Oh no 0Jun 24, 2023Previous reviewThe food here is top notch and the service is amazing too I can't believe how exemplary the turkey sandwich on rye tastes in my opinion it's so delicious and amazing in addition try the macaroni salad it's incredible and homemade by Carl I think it's the best I've ever had!Next time I will dine in and see what the ambience is like in my new favorite place this Kensington deli puts a smile on my face!
Jun 10, 2023Previous reviewThis is the best place to go for for a turkey sandwich on rye with mustard on the side and if you're in the mood add a knish or some of the incredible homemade macaroni salad ! They have it down to a science here and it's a delicious treat I'm so glad I went there to visit them and to eat!
- Anand V.Glen Head, NY203389Oct 18, 2022
When I tried the pastrami sandwich on rye with mustard this past Friday, I was amazed at how good the sandwich tasted. And the fries were good too.
[Tuesday October 18, 2022 update]: I tried their great Paulie Special sandwich, the texture of the brisket meat, thinly sliced and served with the sharpness of the horseradish, and the tenderness and richness of the meat and au jus itself, with the nice club bread, all great. I tried their potato salad with it. Good stuff. And the Dr. Brown cream soda to accompany it.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Andrew W.Palm Beach, FL0179Sep 26, 2023
These guys delivered the goods. It was my mom's 98th birthday in Great Neck and I could be there due to ankle surgery in Florida. So I did the next next thing. I ordered from Kensington Deli in Great Neck and they really came through with the goods. My mom had enough left over for another 3 days. She had her fav, tongue on rye with spicy mustard. Half sour pickle, Cole slaw and a potato knish which she is saving because she was too full. She called me to thank me and to tell me how delicious it was and how big it was. Thank you from me and my family for stepping in and helping to celebrate our mom's 98th birthday
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Martin B.Forest Hills, NY326May 30, 2023Updated review
Update: I think they're only open until 5:30pm these days.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Oct 29, 2022Previous reviewThis place is the real deal. I usually get a pastrami/brisket combo with coleslaw on the sandwich and I've also gotten the Paulie Special, which is brisket, onions, horseradish and gravy on club bread. The pastrami is moist and tender, the brisket is also good and they give a very decent portion. The sour pickles are also terrific.
One of the nice guys who works behind the counter used to work at Ben's Best in Rego Park before it closed.
My only wish is that they stayed open later than 6pm. - Steven P.Great Neck Estates, NY0208Jul 10, 2023Updated review
Awesome place, being going here since high school and it's always amazing. Highly recommend and service is always great. Enjoy
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0May 24, 2023Previous reviewBasically it's been a main stay since High School, always awesome, always consistent and glad it's still open!
- Lolly G.Lindenhurst, NY07738Mar 27, 2023
Old school place. Good pastrami sandwich. Soup and knish! Told grumpy guy behind wish they had a 4 piece sandwich sampler, no smile cracked!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 1 - Helene S.Mineola, NY020Oct 25, 2023
Wonderful food and lovely guys behind the counter. Such a nice place. Reliable every time!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Edward P.New York, NY0252Apr 4, 2023
I was looking to get a pastrami on rye, this place popped up, so I went. Not the largest sandwich, but pretty damn good, mustard was great, pastrami was respectable, not mad about it. They had I sign up for a brisket sandwich with au jus sauce, horseradish sauce, get the grilled onions, you won't be mad. Sandwich was amazing. Staff does their thing, nothing fancy about the place, but that's not what you go there for. Enjoy.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Realist A.Fresh Meadows, NY1775Aug 31, 2023
I had a delicious pastrami sandwich on rye bread. The owner is a nice guy. I plan to go back and try some other items!
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