Greenblatt's Delicatessen

In Short – A well-stocked deli counter, vinyl booths and one of the best wine shops in the state greet diners. Patrons order deli staples such as matzo ball soup, chopped liver and soft, oniony potato knishes. Kugel, a house specialty, is a dense, towering block of egg noodles, cream cheese, cinnamon and raisins. The traditional deli-sandwich menu boasts endless combos, but of particular note is the thinly sliced brisket on rye.

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What to Drink:: With so many choices, you may not be able to limit yourself to one. Try a Dr. Brown's soda, an egg cream, or one of the wine list's hand-selected California reds.

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ambiance	100.0% positive	“Surprise someone with a romantic picnic by choosing from a selection of gift baskets, fresh caviar and the gourmet deli.”
dessert	100.0% positive	“They have a great wine and beer selection and also the deserts will make you want to take something home as well.” “Also the desserts are amazing and very affordable.” “have to recommend the kreplach, the salads, the kugel, and any of the myriad delicious desserts (cheesecake is to die for) but the star here is the tuna melt.”
drinks	100.0% positive	“Greenblatts also boasts an impressive alcohol selection with tons of different wines and hard-to-find liquor all at reasonable prices.” “They have a great wine selection and the people are very helpful and nice.” “They have a great wine and beer selection and also the deserts will make you want to take something home as well.” “Sunset Boulevard's old time favorite not only has some of the best deli food in LA but also one of the largest inventory of fine wines, champagne and spirits with low prices and local delivery available.” “Plus, you can get a really great deal on a good bottle of wine.”
food quality	88.24000358581543% positive	“You walk in and the aroma of the food is so good.” “have to recommend the kreplach, the salads, the kugel, and any of the myriad delicious desserts (cheesecake is to die for) but the star here is the tuna melt.” “suggest Canter's nearby on Fairfax - the food is much much better.” “don't like hot sandwiches, so I keep asking them if it's possible to get a cold corned beef, and they keep telling me they can't do that.” “Reminds me of my days in NYC with real authentic deli tastes.” “the roasted chicken is amazing!” “Sunset Boulevard's old time favorite not only has some of the best deli food in LA but also one of the largest inventory of fine wines, champagne and spirits with low prices and local delivery available.” “This is a delicious place that I don't hear much about.” “...get it with their awesome potato salad.” “The food was good, the one thing that I relly like was the turkey I didnt know that it was cooked there.” “Just give up your search and surrender to the best sandwich you'll find on the West Coast.” “Surprise someone with a romantic picnic by choosing from a selection of gift baskets, fresh caviar and the gourmet deli.” “like the food” “like Canter's as much as the next gal, but the food at Greenblatt's is truly superior.” “Greenblatts is my first stop at the early signs of a cold for their incredible matzo ball soup.” “usually opt for one of their specialty sandwiches like the turkey pastrami on rye that comes with Russian dressing, coleslaw and swiss cheese (instead of just a turkey sandwich that is relatively dry due to the lack of condiments).” “We also love Factors Deli on Pico, as they are very consistent on staff and food.”
menu variety	100.0% positive	“They have a great wine selection and the people are very helpful and nice.” “Surprise someone with a romantic picnic by choosing from a selection of gift baskets, fresh caviar and the gourmet deli.” “They have a great wine and beer selection and also the deserts will make you want to take something home as well.” “Greenblatts also boasts an impressive alcohol selection with tons of different wines and hard-to-find liquor all at reasonable prices.”
overall	100.0% positive	“It's a great place to drop in for lunch or dinner (especially since they're open until 2am), but also very convenient for pick-up on a rainy afternoon.”
service	75.0% positive	“They have a great wine selection and the people are very helpful and nice.” “Terrible staff!” “We also love Factors Deli on Pico, as they are very consistent on staff and food.” “The booths downstairs are great for people-watching as the front door is right on the Strip so all kinds stop in for a bite.”
value	87.5% positive	“Sunset Boulevard's old time favorite not only has some of the best deli food in LA but also one of the largest inventory of fine wines, champagne and spirits with low prices and local delivery available.” “This place is pretty expensive actually, but, the pastrami is the best I have ever had and OMG!” “Greenblatts also boasts an impressive alcohol selection with tons of different wines and hard-to-find liquor all at reasonable prices.” “Also the desserts are amazing and very affordable.”
wait time	100.0% positive	“The perfect place to grab a quick lunch.”

12/17/10

Horrible Customer Service

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I think the food is ok. Nothing I would say that I must have. But I've experienced just aweful customer service. I called in an order and when I got there an employee whom didn't know about an order told me are you sure you called? Because there wasn't an order with out checking or confirming. I asked him after why he assumed I didn't call before checking w the deli section. In which they did have my order. He pretty much made me feel like I lied and just made me feel like a fool. When I spoke w the manager. He was on a personal phone call on his cell phone. And told me I'm on an important call --- once again made me feel like I was nothing. I personally think people at work shouldn't use cell phones or if you do then take your break and step away from the floor. Needless to say I will never order from there again or visit this restaurant. There are way to many other places I can use my money at.

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12/14/10

Staff is HORRIBLE!

by JennyLoveLA

I always order to go and one morning I had the most horrible experience. Staff didn't listen to anything I said, then told me are you sure you called in an order and didn't ever check if it was ready. They we all eating bagels at the cashier register. You know to be honest w as many restaurants LA has to offer I just prefer nice customer service where I don't feel like someone is doing me a favor by speaking to me. The manager was on a personal call using his cell phone. Told he that the call was important -- pretty much saying I wasn't. I have felt this few times before about staff there and just kept coming back. But I really had an ahaaa moment that its really not worth it. The food is just ok !!! Not worth the rudeness!

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05/24/10

NY in LA

by warlock62

Reminds me of my days in NYC with real authentic deli tastes. My favorite is the Chicken Parmagian with Garlic Broccoli. Also the desserts are amazing and very affordable.

Pros: Great NY style deli food
Cons: Small dining area

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02/10/10

Good for the Soul

by Kika Davis 2

Have swine flu and the antibiotics and Gatorade just aren't cutting it? Call up your best friend and ask them to pick up a bowl of Greenblatt's matzo ball soup to cure that limpy immune system right up. Take it from this Jew, you wont get any better outside of NYC or my grandmother's kitchen.

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07/24/09

Staff Is Terrible! Go to Canter's Delicatessen Instead!!

by jennla2003

Terrible staff!!!

2 different and equally awful experiences being ignored while waiting for service. Atmosphere is cramped (restaurant is very narrow!) so it isn't as though waiting for service is even enjoyable in that setting. Miserable!

Also: Expensive. No fries.

I suggest Canter's nearby on Fairfax - the food is much much better. We also love Factors Deli on Pico, as they are very consistent on staff and food. Factor's has the nicest dining area of all 3 restaurants, very posh for a delicatessen.

Avoid Greenblatt's. Even the wine selection can not make up for the disorganized and snooty staff.

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12/17/10

Horrible Customer Service

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12/14/10

Staff is HORRIBLE!

by JennyLoveLA

05/24/10

NY in LA

by warlock62

02/10/10

Good for the Soul

by Kika Davis 2

07/24/09

Staff Is Terrible! Go to Canter's Delicatessen Instead!!

by jennla2003

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