Roll 'n Rye

12.17.10 My tummy is not feeling good, so I stopped here to get some chicken soup and egg bread. It was raining outside and hardly anyone inside, so I was outta there really quick.

The chicken soup is still pretty good, though there are fewer actual pieces of chicken in it. I don't like the rice or noodles (and when they put them in, there is very little soup), so I get just the chicken soup and the matzo ball. The matzoh ball is somewhat fluffy but a little chewy.

I miss this place. Some of the best matzo ball soup. Whenever I had stomach issues, I would order their soup and a sandwich and Just felt so much better. Their bagel crisps....oh wish I could go their again. Thanks for the many years of wonderful comforting meals.

This place is just... DIRTY.

The glasses had dried up stuff on it.
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The napkins were .. already DIRTY before it was even used.
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The food is okay.. but I wouldn't come back here. There was even a pickle that stuck to the menu they gave us to order.

For some great menu choices, please see my previous review.

This update is a rave about the Monte Cristo Sandwich : It's like a savory donut: double decker w real roast turkey, ham, cheese on egg bread, dipped in an egg coating and deep fried for a real light & crispy outside.

I like it best without the usual powdered sugar and jam - just like to enjoy all the savory elements. Get extra napkins in case you want to blot any excess oil ( can't really get a good crust any other way. )

Once again, this is my favorite place to get the Monte Cristo Sandwich !

I heard a lot of good things about Roll 'n Rye, but sadly I am a bit disappointed. Honestly? It's just plain over-priced. I couldn't allow myself to spend $13 for a turkey sandwich. I think that is just ridiculous.

The ambiance is fun, they have some funky art that plays on words like Marilyn Mon-Roll, which looks like her but her face is a doughnut. Stuff like that. The menu looks pretty good, but that price tag is a bit too much. I tried the meatloaf sandwich special, which was pretty good, but nothing to write home about. My sig other had the The Bow Wow, which is a hot dog with american cheese and bacon on it. That was pretty good and I felt like it wasn't that expensive.

I know a lot of people rave about Roll 'n Rye, but there are a ton of other deli's that do it better and are priced better. I would say take the time to drive up to Santa Monica and try Izzy's Deli. The ambiance is better, they are open late, and the food is pretty good. Or if you just want a pastrami sandwich, go down Sepulveda and try Johnnie's Pastrami (which is also overpriced, but I still don't feel as ripped off there).

I'm a sucker for a good Jewish deli !! And this place is no exception !! It's not my favorite Jewish deli in L.A. but it is good and close to where I work... I love coming here for breakfast... Occasionally I slip over here for a corned beef and swiss sandwich for lunch... The food and service are always good.
If you aren't careful how you order, it can be a bit pricey, but you are paying for quality...

Been meaning to check out this restaurant because it always popped up on my Yelp search for soups, salads and sandwiches. But the funny thing is, I ordered neither. Instead, I visited during brunch. You know how you walk into restaurants and everything look like old diner or that every customer is a senior citizen?? This is the spot but not in a bad way. Just mean that this restaurant has history and has been in existence since 1965, so I'm not mad at that, I like these type of restaurants.

I ordered the brunch special which was the Salmon Benedict with 2 Mimosas. I have no complaints about the meal. The salmon was cooked right and of course I enjoy egg benedicts even the creamy sauce was good. I would say that the Mimosas had pulp in it...I prefer without the pulp but maybe that's how they roll with the drink.

The waitress was very friendly, maybe her magical smile possessed me into getting the 2nd Mimosa because I was only going to have one. My overall experience was pleasant....I do think the prices should be lowered for the quality of the food.

Plenty of parking because the location is in a shopping center. Thank you!

Haven't been in awhile, but it still is a very good Old School Deli. Like Arts, or Jerry's, you can't go wrong with their breakfast dishes, or their sandwiches and dinners.

Recently tried the chicken liver omelet (just to try it) and I really liked it.
The bagel is adequate, but not as good as say Nate n Al's or even Cantors.
The sliced tomato option (instead of the various potatoes) is boring, yes, but unfortunately, they don't make it any better. Two medium small slices seem inadequate to me --- however, this is not the only place where I have this complaint.

Coffee, fair enough.

I like RnR, and hope to swing by again soon.

Let me go on the record as saying that Roll 'n Rye has the best chicken soup in town! There's a deep homemade chicken flavor that's not to be missed. You can also order it with a matzo ball, rice, or noodles and they're all outstanding. You must try it! They also have terrific daily soup offerings that I usually call ahead for. Navy Bean and Turkey Gumbo are among my other favorites. If you get the soup to go, opt for the bagel chips instead of crackers!

Enough about the soups, this place has monster skyscrapper sandwiches and ginormous homemade desserts that will challenge anyone's abilities to stretch out their stomachs in one sitting. Your first order of business should be to order a beverage and ask the waiter to give you a couple of minutes to take in all of your options, or you're sure to see the sandwich you really wanted glide by you as you wait for your hasty order. The pastrami, corned beef, and brisket are superb!

BTW I have been going to Roll 'n Rye for 10+ years and I must admit that it's one of my favorite Deli's in Los Angeles--and there are certainly many to pick from! However, what keeps bringing me back 2-3 times each month are the soups! You must order soup to fully appreciate why I gave it a 4-star rating.

I will definitely never come back to Roll 'N Rye.

The food is both unspecial and overpriced , just like almost everyone is saying about this place. If you want New York Deli style food, there are much better options in the Pico / Robertson area. If you're hankering for good bagels and appetizing, Santa Monica has this beat.

So what does this place have to recommend for it? Well, it does exist. If you don't mind overpaying by a few dollars on EVERY item and leaving generally underwhelmed, then this place is ok.

But I have no interest in going back, myself.