2nd Avenue Deli is such an institution that it barely needs reviewing. Also, I’m not Jewish. A lot of people think I am, but I’m not. I never had matzoth ball soup until a friend brought it over when I was sick. Now I’m addicted. And of all the places I’ve tried, the original (to me) is still the best. But wait, there’s more. The pickles are divine. I’m a HUGE pickle fan and take them very seriously. At 2nd Ave, you get a big bowl and can sit and munch away happily for hours. Of course, they’ve also got HUGE delicious sandwiches. I get the roast beef but I hear the pastrami is excellent. The place can get packed, especially on the weekends, but it’s worth a visit whenever you’re in the neighborhood.
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