Greenblatt's Delicatessen

07/16/07

Matzo Ball Soup at its Best!

by eschuman at Citysearch

Greenblatts is my first stop at the early signs of a cold for their incredible matzo ball soup. It has one giant matzo ball that is the perfect consistency with a generous amount of chicken and vegetables as well. Their sandwich menu can be intimidating, but typically the more complicated, the better. I 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). Greenblatts also boasts an impressive alcohol selection with tons of different wines and hard-to-find liquor all at reasonable prices. 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.

• Pros: Matzo ball soup, Tossed salad, Specialty sandwiches, Beverage selection, Helpful staff
• Cons: No grilled sandwich, soup combination (grilled cheese is best to dip in soup!)

07/24/09

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

by jennla2003 at Citysearch

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.

• Pros: None - the bad service overshadows everything else
• Cons: Staff, cramped and narrow dining area, and no fries!

02/24/09

I like the food

by lucky83 at Citysearch

The food was good, the one thing that I relly like was the turkey I didnt know that it was cooked there. also the matza are good.

11/23/08

learn how not to cook

by RodneyScotland at Citysearch

I actually tried a Greenblatt's corned beef sandwich once and liked it. Problem is, I can't ever get the one I liked again. I 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. It's pretty easy. Just don't cook it! They serve chicken salad sandwiches. Do the same thing, only replace the chicken salad with corned beef! The fact that they will hold the heat for some people, but not for me, gives me the impression they aren't very concerned about customer sevice.

05/04/08

Good late night Matzah Ball Soup

by KariMcShorty at Citysearch

As a person who makes Matzah ball soup from scratch, I am selective. I find that Jerry's and Canter's serve mushy noodles. Canter's Matzah ball was hard, and had no flavor. Greenblatt's, on the other hand, tasted really homemade. The brisket dip was nice and satisfying too. The place isn't a bargain but it tastes a step up from other delis.

• Pros: Matzah ball soup, open late

03/10/08

Best pastrami ever??

by valleygirl74 at Citysearch

I dont think so , I still got to give it up for Art's in the Valley. Also why no breakfast??? its got to be the only deli i know with no breakfast, but the bagel and lox are pretty darn good!

• Pros: Service
• Cons: Prices

12/13/07

expensive

by ejergens at Citysearch

This place is pretty expensive actually, but, the pastrami is the best I have ever had and OMG! the roasted chicken is amazing!!!

11/21/07

The BEST quality... hands down!

by nashbobby at Citysearch

Okay... If you don't want to pay top dollar for the high quality food at Greenblatt's, there are thousands of other places to get a deli sandwich in Los Angeles but IMHO, you get what you pay for. The quality here is 2nd to none. I lived in L.A. for 10 years and always make a point of making it to Greenblatt's when I visit. The #5 combo is to die for... I can taste it right now! ...get it with their awesome potato salad. They have a great wine and beer selection and also the deserts will make you want to take something home as well.

• Pros: Awesome Food, Great Wine & Beer Selection
• Cons: The stairs are a death trap even if you've had NO alcohol!

11/15/07

Best Deli in L.A. Hands Down

by juliebear at Citysearch

If you're someone who appreciates top quality pastrami or corned beef - just stop here. Just give up your search and surrender to the best sandwich you'll find on the West Coast. I'm partial to the corned beef on rye with swiss. If I'm really hungry I'll add a bowl of matzo ball soup. Wash it down with a Dr. Brown's cream soda. My husband and I like to go here after seeing a movie at the Arclight - it's our low key date night. There's a convenient parking lot behind the restaurant and generally a short wait for a table. 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. There's also a well stocked wine store downstairs and a refrigerated section with ready-to-eat dishes and desserts you can take home. I see the manager/owner here 90% of the time - he really cares about this place.

• Pros: Delicious Deli Meats, Fast and Friendly Servers, Parking Lot
• Cons: I've seen three different people fall down the stairs - be careful!

05/01/07

Great Matzo Ball Soup

by junglecee at Citysearch

If you are feeling blue or feeling sick and you want some chicken soup--just go to Greenblatt's. You walk in and the aroma of the food is so good. They have a great wine selection and the people are very helpful and nice. Good location. Good late night bites. Just good all around.