Langer’s

This place is worth a try if you LOVE pastrami. Although Katz Deli (in New York) still has my heart, Langer’s will have to do while i’m living in Los Angeles.
Food:
My friend and I got the matzo ball, chili cheese fries, and pastrami on rye with cole slaw. The matzo ball was super soft and moist. The soup was not overwhelming and complimented the matzo balls very well. This was my 1^st time trying matzo balls so I cannot base it off anything; however, I really enjoyed the soup. There was nothing special about the chili cheese fries. The pastrami sandwich was amazing! I love how the bread was crispy on the edges and soft in the middle. Their Russian dressing really brought the cole slaw and pastrami together. However, the pastrami was not as flavorful as the pastrami from Katz. Katz Deli also gives you more meat in their sandwiches.
Parking:
Parking sucks here! There is metered parking along the streets or you can park in their parking lot which is a block away from the restaurant. Don’t forget to validate if you choose to park in their parking lot. Since Langer’s is next to McArthur Park and close to skid row, there are many bums roaming around and harassing you for change.
Service:
Service was flawless! My friend and I came around 3:00pm and was seated fairly quickly. We did not have to wait long for our food. The server came by several times to refill our water without being asked.

Great history, perfect portions. I’ll be bold enough to say it’s the best pastrami and corn beef in L.A. Although the location is a bit run down the food is worth the journey.
Try the 19 and the 88. The price is around $ 17 a pop. But the meet is moist and the pickles are damn near perfect. Sitting inside you would never know you are sitting in the heart of McArthur park. Parking is located a block east on 7^th.
Jose the bus boy is a douch. He was rude and out of line. He ruined our dining experience and poor employees like this have no Buisness working with the public.

Oh lord…
this place… wow. you gotta go. YOU HAVE TO GO!
It was my first time… and told by many, you HAVE to get the #19. Pastrami on rye with cole slaw. We also got the pastrami chili cheese fries, amazing.
Not sure how fluid this place is with the volume of food that gets served but t hey have it down to perfection.
Okay…one thing I did not like was the location. Awwwful. No parking unless you want to park a block away at their own parking lot. As you walk the block to get to the restaurant, you run into 48 homeless, 4 dirty dog stands, 58 different stenches and 13 possible potholes/​cracks you can twist your ankle on. The next time I go… its for pickup OR i’m going to park a few blocks away in a safer location and über it.
Service was flawless and the food comes out quicker than you can prepare to eat all that pastrami. Can’t wait until I go back and try more things on their menu.

Went out with a group and they were very courteous even though we had a party of six and no reservation. For a first time here, I had to try their #19 pastrami sandwich on rye bread! Awesome sandwich and good to feed at least two with one plate! Even during lunch hour, this place had a better than average noise volume and service was smart and fast!
Would highly recommend you go to try their pastrami!

Full-​Disclosure — I’m a NYer and HAVE NOT patroned Katz Deli yet, so I cannot provide a comparison between this establishment and Katz.
I was visiting LA for a month and my friend lives in the area, so I took a break from eating delicious butter/​mayo/​cheese Mexican corn, pupusas, and dirty dogs at the local park and decided to try this historic sandwich shop out. The line wasn’t nearly as long as I would have expected for LA, even taking into account my NYC need for immediacy — just short of an hour was spent in the sun.
My friend and I were seated at the counter and the waiter took our order when we were ready — no rushing at all, though the place was packed to the brim. The food came quickly, and it was in large portion, enough to justify the price. I had the pastrami and she the roast beef. Both were pretty good, but neither of which I particularly fancy or would have normally. The taste was good. I would give this restaurant a 5 if sandwiches were my thing. Pretty good, though!

Langer’s is a total institution. It’s sandwiches are the thing of dreams. So juicy, so packed high, such soft bread and with a touch of slaw. They really are perfection to me. If pastrami isn’t your thing I’ve also had the corned beef with sauerkraut and it’s amazing.
Service is a good. Ambiance is just right, given it’s a diner and that’s what you go there for. Sit at the bar if you want to watch them make the sandwiches.
Go.Right.Now. You can thank me later.

i wanted to come here because i saw it on «I’ll have what Phil’s having». I figured if Phil, a born and bred New Yorker liked it, i would too.
Now — as far as comparing it to Katz’s and Carnegie’s and even Harold’s in New Jersey — you can’t compare because they are not the same.
Langers is old school, old booths, not an updated décor — it is still perfect as it was years ago. It is in a sketch neighborhood, or at least not downtown in the business district. My son lives in Koreatown, so we walked here but we walked through some homeless sidewalk encampments within a few blocks of this place. Tip: take an über or a cab :)
The food was superb. Heordered the #19 — which seems to be the Allstar, and i ordered a pastrami on rye with coleslaw and russian dressing sans swiss cheese (which would be the #19).
The major difference i noticed with this and say Harolds — was the rye. In NJ it is soft and delicious but here, they bread was soft but the curst was hard and chewy and pure perfection. We ordered fries — a generous order that were crispy on the outside and full of flavor, again — perfect!
For such a simple place — i would come back often. Absolutely loved this place and it was on my list, that has now been crossed off. (might need to put it back on for a second go round when back out in LA).
Classic Jewish deli that should be savored.

I have been trying to bring my wife here for months now, she’s a NY transplant. But, because of the early close time had not been successful! Finally on the fourth attempt and after numerous mentions of the #19 today was a day she will never forget!
And I quote «this is the best deli sandwich I have ever had!» All while licking her lips and eyes rolling to the back of her head. There is only one other place I have seen her react like this. ;)
To say Langers has another fan would be an understatement.
Don’t look at the menu, just order the #19 and an iced tea and you can thank me later. Or have your wife thank you later for taking her there after her food induced coma is over.
:)

Came here for Pastrami Omelette on a monday morning with my sister. We’ve been seeing this place near the hotel we stayed in and Unilocal showed me good reviews of this resto.
Langer’s is old school diner which provides fast service. Folks were much older than us. Food was great. FYI you have to pass the hallway and take stairs to second floor to go to restroom.

Super cool, authentic deli! The #19 (pastrami, swiss and cole slaw) is a must and we tried the chili cheese pastrami fries as well. Best Pastrami of my life. They seated us quickly on a busy Saturday during the holiday weekend. Parking is tough but there is a little parking lot a few blocks away that is specific for Langers. Just get it validated.
We would totally recommend this place for a yummy, no frills lunch.

There were many memorable moments of my studies at USC. But one of the funniest had to come from my business law class, during which my professor paused his lecture, went on google maps, dropped a pin on Langer’s, and began to describe how to go there, find parking, and order the #19 after class.
Of course, thanks to Unilocal,I had actually been to this place before he mentioned it. It was actually one of the very first places I tried in Los Angeles, along with the French Dip at Philippe’s.
Their hours are normal of a deli, but difficult to hit as a working person trying to avoid the weekend rush. We dropped by on a Saturday, stood in line for about 1 hour, and got our food. There’s not as big of a line on the week days.
Location is somewhat questionable, but close to the metro station and plenty of lot parking ($$) around.
Food — like everyone else, I tried the #19. The sandwich was pretty huge — I could not finish it by myself and I am a heavy eater usually. The pastrami was very good (however, I do think there are better places on the East Coast). Serving size was fair for the price paid, especially considering that Pastrami is expensive.
Why –1 star? I think the line management is awful. During our time there, several people went straight past the line and inside to sit, while others were waiting without explanation. Furthermore, I ordered curbside once to avoid the line and parking issues. The curbside serving size for the same order of #19 was significantly smaller for some reason, and not well constructed at all. Before I even pulled away from the curb, I can see it falling apart.
Still a fan, though. Will be back if I had a taste for Pastrami, and don’t want to fly to the East Coast.

If this is your first time at Langer’s, do this: sit down, don’t open the menu, order the #19 as is, fries for the table, and a cream soda. Then add spicy mustard and eat.
This is my absolute favorite sandwich in the world. The pastrami is absolutely delicious. I’ve had Katz deli’s pastrami in NYC and I like the #19 even more. The bread is absolutely perfect. It’s crusty and soft at the same time. The coleslaw and cheese take it to the next level.
The sandwich is big enough that you can split it. I’ve never had any other sandwiches and don’t really want to, so just save it for the next meal.
Also the deli is an LA institution. I’ve seen the mayor and chief of police eating there. Other friends saw Bill Clinton. Come eat here.

#19, pastrami fries, and a coke. DONE.
Only down side and I mean their ONLY down side… is that… they close at 4PM! I wish they opened late at night!

Words can’t describe #19, but I’ll try my best!
Of course I had to be a basic gal and order their most popular pastrami sandwich, the #19 (I hope the # is right! You can see it when you enter the restaurant). I’m not really a fan of pastrami, neither my boyfriend. We went ahead and ordered one plate so we could split in half. We normally don’t finish individual plates.
When we got it, it looked like any other sandwich our there. One bite, I was convinced. Definitely earned a spot in my top 3 sandwich places. The rye bread is refreshing. It’s a weird type of bread if you normally eat normal sandwich hah. But combine the rye bread with the coleslaw and pastrami… Holy sh*t. Match made in heaven. They all complement each other. I love it!
The service was alright. It was a fairly busy Friday morning.
This is definitely a top 10 in the Los Angeles area.

I saw LA Unilocaler, Will, check in here and thought, «What is that»?
Turns out that this a Landmark in Los Angeles. That’s why I bookmarked it. I’m so lucky that Jennifer N. and Tim C. were available to have lunch with me at this historic place!
I had seen the sign for this restaurant in the distance when I was taking pictures at MacArthur Park in Los Angeles! Yes, it’s not in the greatest of locations, so «stay alert»! There is a free parking lot about a block away (corner of Westlake and 7^th), so we had to walk through the somewhat sketchy neighborhood — haha — it almost reminded me of parts of Honolulu’s Chinatown… enough said!
We got seated promptly in this «old school» diner. I felt like the floor was the black and white checkerboard patterned type, but it wasn’t. It’s beige with a spotted brown themed design to match the wood accents and brown vinyl seats of the booths.
Of course, I had to get the «most popular» pastrami sandwich, the #19. It was so filling that I couldn’t finish it! The very friendly waitress offered to wrap it to go and included a pickle! What a bonus! It sure comes in handy when you need a snack on the long plane ride back to Honolulu… mahalo!

Okay, so I have been won over! And only Langer’s famous #19 could have done it. If the Russian dressing is not your thing, try their Hot Pastrami, $ 16.95 with the standard mustard and sauerkraut. The sandwiches are not cheap but so worth it. Hearty, delicious, perfect!
Phone your orders to-​go and they do curbside pick-​up. There is also a validated parking lot between Westlake and 8^th Street, a block from Langer’s.
LA’s premier, most revered sandwich and best pastrami bar none!

What more can I say about this place?! If you haven’t already, GET #19! You won’t regret it! Don’t forget a side of fries or chili cheese fries… they’re perfect here! Feeling thirsty? Why not try an Arnold Palmer with pink lemonade and iced tea! :)
You can order your food ahead of time and do curbside pick up or get ready to wait in line. Don’t worry, it moves relatively fast. There is parking on the street if you’re lucky or you can park diagonally across the street in their lot and get validated after your meal.
This place is clean, staff is very friendly and food is always delicious. I do feel, however, that the sandwiches have slimmed down over the years, and the rye bread isn’t as toasted as it used to be. (Plus side is not cutting my lip on bread crust.)
Will definitely be back… I always do… just not too often since this is heavy! Share if you can!

After somewhat of having to unhinge my jaw (or what felt like it) in order to devour my huge, delicious, pastrami sandwich — I felt like a nap is definitely needed afterwards, lol!
I had never tried Langers before, and the only reason I knew about this place was because my coworker brought in Langers for lunch one time, and he let me sample his pastrami sandwich, and I was hooked! So for lunch today, my coworker and I drove to Langers, and picked up our food curb side. I would’ve liked to eat inside the restaurant, however, we’re on an hourly lunch schedule, and it was hella packed inside, and so nevermind! Though the good thing about picking up curb side, the food comes out hella fast! Best of all, they accept cash or credit card (cuz they have a credit card machine for swiping).
I ordered #29 — hot pastrami with tomatoes and Russian style dressing ($ 15.95). It’s pricey for sure, but definitely worth’s in weight in gold (to me). The pastrami pieces are generously sliced with thick, tender, chunky pieces. They pile it on high, and seriously, it feels like you have to unhinge your jaw just to get it in your mouth, lol! I also ordered a side of macaroni salad $ 2.95. The macaroni salad was alright — it tasted too sweet for me. I was hoping for the creamy type — I wouldn’t get this again. In total, my meal was $ 20.39, and it came with a pickle sliced in half (in an air tight package) with a wet napkin, some napkins, a spoon, and a peppermint breath mint. The complete to go service — awesome sauce!!!
I also got to sample my coworker’s cheddar fries with grilled onions on it. The fries were crispy, and the cheddar cheese on topped with the grilled onions were divine. I think I ended up eating more of her fries than my mac salad, lol! Though, she didn’t mind since she encouraged me to eat more of it, and it’s a huge portion too!
The pastrami sandwich is ridiculously good, and totally filling by itself! Looking forward to eating here again another time, and maybe on an off day, hoping to eat in there one time at least. Overall, I dig this place!

If you’re in LA and want to have a great pastrami sandwich that rivals that of Katz and Carnegie Delis in NYC, then you’ll have to eat at Langer’s! My sister took us here when we were last in LA, and I’m so glad she did! It’s been a while since I’ve had really good pastrami!
Langer’s is in Westlake, across from MacArthur Park. The restaurant has its own parking lot a block up on 7^th and hopefully you’ll be lucky enough to get a spot, as street parking is pretty tough in the area, especially on Saturdays around lunch time. We were lucky to get the last parking spot and to find no line to get in the restaurant. We were able to get seated right away as soon as we walked in. It was a different story walking out. Lots of people waiting for a table. Get there early if you don’t want to wait in line!
All four of us got the Pastrami. My husband and brother-​in-​law both ordered the famous #19 (pastrami on rye with coleslaw, Russian dressing and Swiss). My sister and I both opted for the half Pastrami Sandwich and Matzo Ball soup combination. The pastrami was medium fatty so it wasn’t dry and the rye bread was fantastic too. Great sandwich! The soup was good. It came piping hot and was nicely seasoned. My brother-​in-​law asked for a pound of pastrami ($ 28) to take home and a loaf of that great rye bread, so we can make more pastrami sandwiches at home. It was that good!
Our server was a sweetheart and the booths and décor of the place probably haven’t changed since it opened 70 years ago! I’d definitely love to come back again and have more of their pastrami!

The #19, baby. C’mon, you need this in your mouth. Perfect crusty, dense rye bread filled with slices of hot and juicy pastrami, smooth and crisp cole slaw, and paired with a crunchy dill pickle. There is a reason why this sandwich is at the top of all the «Best of LA» lists and why this old school deli has survived in what has otherwise turned into just a crap neighborhood. The bummer is that they close at 4pm (I wouldn’t try to operate a business at night in that ‘hood either), so you have to go for lunch. And then don’t expect to get anything done afterwards because you’ll be in a coma.

Hands down, THE BEST pastrami and corned beef sandwiches we’ve ever had! Hubby and I have been to a number of Jewish delis in town and Langer’s has the best sandwiches! He got the famous #19: pastrami, coleslaw and swiss on rye, and I got #88: corned beef, swiss, and saurkraut, on rye… both were delish! The combination of all those ingredients were perfect, and not just that… the way they put it altogether just works!
You’ve gotta try it. totally worth the trip to downtown.
We got seated right away, even when there was a line outside. Once inside service was also fast. People were friendly despite being busy.

Orgasmic pastrami. Tender, juicy, perfectly crispy on the ends, I mean it doesn’t get any better than this. Yes, it’s kind of absurdly expensive, but it’s worth every finger-​licking morsel. I got pastrami with coleslaw on rye with high hopes and aside from the bomb-​ass pastrami, the coleslaw was refreshing and light and the rye was subtle with a crispy crust. We also got the corned beef and hot tongue with mustard on French bread — also life-​changing with au jus. French bread is slightly crispy but soft inside. Pickles so light and perfectly, well, pickled. We just got curbside and ate across the street at the park. Basically in Echo Park so the neighborhood’s got some characters, but it also allowed me to pick up some Mexican street corn, so can’t really complain. I can’t believe I waited so long for you, Langer’s, and I’ll be back, baby.

An LA Legend!
Service is friendly, prompt, and really delivers that true welcoming diner experience.
We went on a Saturday for lunch, and understandably there was a slight wait, but it wasn’t long, and the staff do a good job of taking care of the customers while they wait. We observed the staff offering chips to a customer who needed something to tie her over while waiting, you don’t see that kind of customer care these days.
They also offer the option to pre-​order your meal, and they will actually meet you at the curb with your take-​out order, I’ll definitely be taking advantage of that option in the future, super convenient.
Now for the food. We both ordered their hit item the famous #19 pastrami on russian rye with swiss cheese and Cole slaw. Phenomenal, heaven, bliss! The #19 lived up to its reputation in spades… the sweetness of the Cole slaw stands up to the savory, wonderfully jucey, pastrami. The rye bread was fluffy and soft, but still had a great crunch on the crust, adding even more texture to an already perfect sandwich.
Weather you live in LA, or just visiting, Langers is an experience no one should miss!

I was making my way out of LA when Langer’s popped up on Unilocal.4.5 stars with 2000 reviews?
I walked in at exactly noon and it was busy. I got a seat at the bar and was immediately met by a high energy waitress. Very friendly and helpful.
The menu is packed with options. Lots of pastrami and lots of corned beef. I couldn’t decide which so I got the $ 25 beef stew. Ya, it’s expensive. But it’s also three meals worth of beef stew. I paired it with some buttered sour dough bread and a Sprite that somehow tasted better than any Sprite I’ve ever had. Oh, and the included garden salad was GIGANTIC.
There’s nothing fancy about this stew, or anything else in the restaurant for that matter. The dish is simple, hearty and delicious. Mushrooms, green peas, potatoes, carrots and juicy chunks of beef in a medium-​bodied lightly salted gravy. I still have some in the fridge and now I’m thinking about eating a second dinner.

First time coming to Langer’s that I don’t order a #19. Never thought that would ever happen, but my system could only handle a salad and some soup. Okay, also ordered fries and a mac salad, but I tend to get carried away when ordering take out. Anyhow, was still feeling a bit frail so I opted for the curbside service. Love it! The chef’s salad with grilled chicken was nothing short of divine. The mini gherkins put a huge grin on my face. The salad is huge, so be prepared for lots of leftovers. The soup is still killer, fries well done are just right, and the mac salad always hits the spot. Once again Langer’s, you made today great!

Damn. That pastrami is so good.
After years of living in DTLA & not trying Langer’s, we finally moved out of DTLA & got the motivation to try. I don’t know how that works. We browsed the pics seeing if we should order anything besides the No.19 and settled on the No.1 — in addition to the No.19. It’s like having the same sandwich…
The bread is really good. I loved the hardiness of the crust. It was a little soggy by the time we got to it because we got it to go. The pastrami was really great — not fatty, crispy-​ish on the edges. I’d definitely go back but I need a couple of months to recover from the super rich taste. I think half of a sandwich would’ve been perfect (though my coworker would vehemently disagree). We ate around 11 and by 6, I still wasn’t hungry for dinner.

There were so many choices, and such limited space in my stomach. Of course, the famous #19 was must-​try on the first visit, but since someone else at my table ordered it, we agreed that I should order something else and split half-​half. I settled on the #55 corned beef sandwich with coleslaw, which upon my first bite made me forget all the stress and worries of college for a good 20 minutes. 20 minutes of sandwich meditation, focused on intimate flavors of meat and pickle to achieve sandwich nirvana. It won’t disappoint.
Special shout out to our waitress (didn’t get the name, but for the sake of this review, let’s call her Hilda; the Jewish grandmother I never had, but only appreciated when she’s not in my life anymore. Like if anyone remembers spongebob’s grandma, that’s who she reminds me of. You do things just to get her sweet approval.) Anyways, I’ve never had corned beef before so she came back a minute later with a nice sample. Ahhh reliable Hilda, ily.
*parking is on the next block (see pic), and there might be a line

This place was on our bucket list, and after we saw it featured on IHWPH, we decided to make it a priority to go. We don’t live in LA county, and honestly the neighborhood was what put us off coming previously because my husband and I have faces and demeanors that tend to get us accosted by homeless people. But it was a very short walk from the Langers parking lot and not having to find street parking was awesome.
So after we order, I come back from the bathroom and notice a guy who looks familiar peering over our booth, observing my husband playing with his food. My hubby can’t eat cheese, so he had removed his cheese and was meticulously re-​constructing his sandwich since all that meaty pastrami had toppled. I sat down and the guy came to the side of our table and I realized it was the owner of Langers! He said that if my husband ever needs a job, he can come work at Langers, building sandwiches. :-) He continued to talk to us and we mentioned we were here because of the IHWPH show. What a nice guy, we were so thrilled he took the time to chat with us.
The sandwich is indeed amazing. Hubby and I split a pastrami and some fries. My favorite sandwich had been the schwarma from L’As du Falafel in Paris, but the Langers pastrami now holds the #1 spot. The saltiness of the pastrami, the creaminess of the cheese, the tangy-​ness of the coleslaw and the soft, soft bread holding it all together are a miraculous combo! I kept thinking, should this bread be toasted, but no, it just works when it becomes a messy mush in your hands.
The service is also excellent. After a couple bites of this deliciously messy sandwich, I was thinking, Gosh, I really need some more napkins. And as I thought this, our waitress appeared with more napkins. Then I was looking at our fries and thinking, I really wish I had ordered some Ranch for these fries. And then the waitress appeared and said, Would you like some Ranch with your fries? I’m serious, she was psychic! We gave her a giant tip and wandered happily back to our car. We hope to be back soon to try some of their other items.

I finally went to Langer’s a couple of weeks ago after seeing it on one of the food channels. Parking sucks, well obviously we’re in LA, what do you expect? The line was out the door on a Saturday during lunchtime. The interior was like an old diner. My friend and I shared the #19 which was highly recommended. The pastrami sandwich was very pricey. The coleslaw was too sweet and the pastrami itself wasn’t as good as The Hat’s. We also ordered the pastrami chili fries. That was pretty good. I tried the chocolate egg soda, not bad. I think everybody should try Langer’s. Personally, I tried it once and that’s good enough for me.

It’s all true…
Corned beer and pastrami are where it’s at. The rye bread I could eat by itself all day.
The coleslaw is stupid good.
The pickles are made in house and classic.
Did I mention the roast beef french dip?! It might be the best I’ve ever had. It’s soaking wet and so moist.
Look, there are some places that are just destination stops. This should be one of them on your list.
Langer’s sucks to get to. It’s miserable really.
But it is LA, so we suck it up. And drive.
The lines are hella long, and the so are the tables you eat at.
It’s all worth it. I’ve been here twice, so you know commuting from The Valley down to here once is a feat. Twice?! It must be good. And it is.

I’m not a pastrami person and would never pay more than $ 10 for a sandwich, but Langer’s is an exception because the pastrami sandwiches here are that good!
Pastrami can be tough but the pastrami here is soft and tender. And though pastrami itself can be salty, the coleslaw that goes with it is subtly sweet and adds balance.
Lastly, the rye bread is just divine, with a crust that has a nice crunch. Bread is usually an afterthought when making sandwiches, but I’d be content with eating the rye bread even by itself. Every element of the sandwich is perfect, and together, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
Tip: Langer’s validates parking for 90 minutes. Street parking not necessary.

Now you know you’re thinking, I’m on Alvarado Street, it looks a bit sketchy, am I lost? Nope you’re not lost and as soon as you walk into this classic dinner you’ll forget you’re in LA. Langer’s really makes you forget it’s a diner, with it’s nicely maintained space and courteous customer service.
For breakfast definitely try the pancakes, they are fluffy and absolutely delicious. If you’re like me and forget to try any of the meats, especially the pastrami, well… dont forget! They are known for their pastrami and other meats.
They have a parking lot on 7^th Street, about a block or two away from the restaurant.

The hype has not only been met… It’s been exceeded.
Yes… You wait in line on the weekends, it’s worth it.
Seriously… #19 and potato pancakes… Cures depression, AIDS, swine flu and bankruptcy.
The play on sweet, smokey and salty is incredible with the #19. The rye bread sends this sandwich in to nirvana.
The perfectly seasoned potato pancakes are amazing with the sour cream and apple sauce
The fries are fucking DIVINE!!!
I’m sad that I lived 30 years in LA without being here, but happy that I have the next 30 years to keep coming back.

Had this joint on my bucket list for quite sometime after seeing it on a TV show awhile back. Well I got lucky this week since I needed to visit LA for a work conference and how can I pass up Langer’s while in town?
After a semi short walk from downtown (10 – 15 minutes), I found myself at Langers with no line what so ever. I was seated very promptly at the counter and was very eager to get my pastrami sandwich on! Of course I ignored everything on the menu and went right for the #19 Pastrami sandwich with, swiss cheese, Russian dressing, coleslaw and a side of small fries. Order came out quick and the sandwich looked absolutely stunning albeit the large daunting amount theys serve you. I will get the negative part out of the way, that being the fries. I would classify the fries as your average run of the mill diner fries, but pricier! With that said, I was not there for sides, but the pastrami sandwich. The sandwich was wonderful, very juicy pastrami, still warm on some wonderful rye bread! I think it took me all of 5 minutes to devour the whole thing! I’d say the #19 was every bit worth it considering the mass hype behind it.
All and all this was a wonderful lunch and I would highly suggest sitting at the counter and watching the staff cut hot pastrami. I will say that the review was knocked down to 4 stars due to the fries and sandwich being pretty expensive, but that should not hinder your decision one bit. If in town, I’d highly suggest stopping by this famous restaurant and trying one of their pastrami sandwiches!

In New York, I got to enjoy Katz’s and
The Carnagie Deli, however Langer’s has always been the best for me.
I only go to Langers with my uncle… Every time we go, His face lights up and he always has to tell me a fascinating story about the good ol’ USC days…
50 years ago (yikes!) when My uncle was in business school at USC, they got him a summer internship at a bank that was on the same block as Langers. Langer’s
was much smaller then. So, for three
months he had lunch at Langers every day.
Al Langer was a relatively
young man (he died about 10 years ago) and he always gave him some day old bread to feed the pigeons in MacArthur park, across the street.
I guess Al’s son Norm runs the business with his daughter Tricia. Their business was saved when they put a stop on the subway just one block from Langers, which allows people Downtown to take
a short ride there for lunch.
THAT WAS A SUMMARY OF A STORY HE TOLD ME THE LAST TIME WERE AT LANGERS:)
Anyway, you always get a story with your sandwich– especially with my beloved Uncle Jay
Food: YOU CAN NEVER GO WRONG WITH THE PASTRAMI SANDWICH… And their pastrami chili cheese fries are also amazing :)

I’m going to give Langer’s the benefit of the doubt and say I ordered the wrong meal. #19 was most popular choice, but in my mind i felt the coleslaw of my pastrami would be too much going on, and it was. This is definitely personal preference, but there was way too much coleslaw on this sandwich (⁵⁵⁄₄₅), and i could barely taste the meat. That made me sad. I expected more meat from a sandwich that cost $ 16 bucks. Fries were standard crinkle cut and I would never get them again. I did enjoy my apple pie and ice cream drenched in bourbon sauce. Next time I’ll try just the pastrami or corned beef, if I ever find parking in this neighborhood…

This is a Jewish deli that mostly gets it right. I was most impressed with the happy staff that is friendly and smiles. The service was phenomenal. The food was great, though they did not have certain items that I was hoping to get like capers and Dr. Brown diet drinks. I hope they’ll change that and add those items. Excellent bagels, lox, desserts and service. The restaurant is spotless. Even though it’s kept its classic, mid-​century décor, you can tell it’s exceptionally clean.
The biggest negative for me are their hours. It’s only open until 4pm, so it’s very hard for me to get there. However, I will be back!

Amazing Food and Service.
Been wanting to try Langer’s for a while beyond just getting my Pastrami fix, Langer’s is an institution, and one of those places that everyone swears by.
We rolled up to a line of 30+ people waiting to get in, I was surprised when they told me it would be only 30 mins to get a table, I was even more surprised when we were seated 10 ins later. But after eating there, I get it because this place runs like a machine.
Service: Our waitress, Sue, was awesome! Super friendly, made sure we where good took care of us with a smile. The table next to us (a family of 5) was the table from hell. If it weren’t for size I wouldn’t be able to distinguish the children from the adults, they sent everything back, complained incessantly, picture Spoiled children who grew up to be needy adults who never quite figured out how to act in public. I’m surprised they didn’t ask Sue to chew their food for them. But still she handled them like a champ, while still greeting other tables with a smile and making sure we where all good.
Food:
The #19: Pastrami, Swiss, Cole Slaw, Russian Dressing on Rye– ordered mine toasted. It was the perfect sandwich. Pastrami had a great flavor and the dressing and slaw gave it a nice touch of sweetness to counter the meat.
Matzo Ball Soup: Perfect, fluffy, delicious, no unnecessary extras.
Highly recommended, will be back!

They have commendable service, which is what I like the most.
The best pastranami sandwiches, I’ve eaten a lot despite the fact that I have already eaten my brunch.
Would recommend to anyone staying around downtown area.

This is an iconic deli that is a throwback to an age long gone — at least in this neighborhood.
Once this entire area was Jewish and Old Los Angeles. Now it is ALL Hispanic — so the support comes in from outside the area — which says something about the quality of the food — if its diners drive from far away to eat here.
Cool things — Langer’s offers curbside service — so you can order in advance and they will deliver it to your car.
Also — they have Smoked Cod — a rare find in LA
I order the Pastrami Sandwich every time — and I am never disappointed.
More later.

Decided to come here on a Saturday. Parking is around the corner, 90 minutes free with validation. The line wasn’t too bad since we went a bit after lunch rush, and waited for about 20 minutes.
I loved the interior, it’s a very classic American diner. Service was wonderful. We got #19, which is what everyone raves about. #19 consists of pastrami, swiss cheese, and cole slaw. The boyfriend also ordered a side of Pastrami Chili Cheese Fries.
The sandwich was huge, and the pastrami was amazing. Very thick cuts of pastrami on rye, it was a great combination. The portion of the fries was also very generous. We couldn’t finish the food that we got!
Why not 5 stars? People are going to hate me on this, but sorry, I still think Katz in NY is still way better… Langer’s is still the best in LA though!

The pastrami is amazing. Staff very attentive. Establishment very clean and charming. No need to elaborate on what has already been said so many times.
There’s a heavy sense of awkwardness while eating here. You are in one of the dirtiest, sketchiest, roughest parts of the city yet once you cross the threshold of what is Langer’s you are in another world. At $ 15 a sandwich you definitely fall under the category of privilege the minute you are seated at a table. It’s just something to think about.

First time here:
On the Langers menu:
Turkey burger a la cart (ok, a little dry)
Meat loaf sandwich on egg bread w gravy on side (friend said it’s pretty good)
First and foremost, omg the prices! Secondly, if you asked for a side of tomato or avocado, be prepared to pay $ 5e (but you get 6 slices each). Uhm, no thank you. It is the reality of restaurants these days, survival. Ok, now that that’s over with.
Regardless, service was nice. Turkey sandwich came w tomatoes, onions, lettuce and a half a pickle. Meatloaf came w fries, tomatoes and a whole avocado. Asked for gravy on side and used it for my turkey burger. Made my turkey taste less dry. Maybe a comeback spot.

Located across from MacArthur Park on the cusp of Koreatown, Langer’s has been smoking, steaming, and hand-​slicing their world famous pastrami for over sixty years.
The opening of the nearby Red Line station revitalized this old favorite, further bolstered by the subsequent renaissance of downtown L.A. Many Financial District businesspeople hop onto the Metro for a short ride to lunch at Langer’s. For motorists who don’t want to stick around, there is curbside pick-​up service upon request.
Langer’s pastrami is made from whole brisket that’s been rubbed with spices, smoked, and steamed. The pastrami is sliced thick and piled neatly on double-​baked rye.
I couldn’t resist ordering the #19, the most popular sandwich on the menu. Tucked in between two impressively sturdy slices of rye bread were pastrami, Swiss cheese, coleslaw, and Russian dressing. It was a monstrously portioned creation, and I was beyond thrilled to dig into it. Arrived dressed to the nines and sensational from top to bottom. It was impossible to discern the pastrami’s flavor and texture amidst all the fixings, but I didn’t care because the entire package was so damn satisfying.
Other traditional deli favorites — matzo brei, knishes, egg cream sodas — are available as well. All these years in trendy L.A. hasn’t compromised Langer’s vibe — with its long counter and Formica tables, it still has the look of an old-​school Brooklyn deli.
I loved how the meat married with the tangy dressing and coleslaw, while the bread valiantly held together all the saucy stuff. The #19 lived up to the hype and then some. Open wide!

Langer’s is classic L.A. no doubt about it!, Took my daughters on a Los Angeles deli tour last week and had to come here to complete the tour.
They had cheeseburgers and I had the half sandwich and salad combo, all were delicious. They are famous for their pastrami with coleslaw and I can’t wait to come back and try that too. Parking lot is a block up the street and you get validation so that’s no prob. Staff was extremely friendly even though they were busy (they always are). Tip: come here during non-​peak hours or be prepared to stand in line to dine here.
One last thing, place was very clean which is amazing considering the amount of action it gets.
Thanks Langer’s, will be back!

After I dunno how long, I finally got to try the latkes aka potato pancakes. They normally don’t start up the frier till around noon but finally… Finally!!! I was told they started firing it up early for the holidays. I know. I should’ve just ordered later but I’m a creature of habit.
Going back. I’ve had latkes from another popular deli but it was so lacking in flavor. I’m glad I took a chance with Langer’s.
Very savory, full of flavor and very filling, it is best if dipped in apple sauce. Pair it with coffee and you got a winner. Pricey ($ 15+) but really good; worth the money.

The Best Pastrami I Ever Had! No lie…
I’ve been here a few times and each time it never fails to disappoint. I ordered the #19 (most popular) which comes with slaw, cheese, and 1000 island on rye bread.
The sandwich is huge and fills me up each time (so I don’t order any sides). The slices of pastrami are THICK and TENDER. It’s not the thin, salty stuff that you find in deli shops.
The only problem is that they close at 4pm. It can also get quite busy here, but it is definitely worth the wait.
There’s parking on Westlake and 7^th around the corner where you will see a sign for Langer’s parking. Make sure you get your ticket validated at Langer’s to get one and a half hours of free parking.

The location is a bit inconvenient and somewhat sketchy, and their parking lot is about a block away in a satellite location up the hill… But the Pastrami Sandwich is delicious.
The service on a Saturday weekend afternoon was organized where there was a slight wait, but they took down names and organized a line to get in. The service inside was both accommodating and friendly, very spot on and attentive.
The food is good and portions are nice.
Sandwiches cost between $ 15 – 20. Light eaters can probably share 1.
Overall a good place to eat.

I love pastrami, so it was natural for me to head to Langer’s. They do not make it easy with a tough location and even tougher operating hours. Fortunately, they were open for breakfast near MacArthur Park. They were probably one of the original tenants with a classic deli in a classic neighborhood. While the neighborhood has gotten rougher, the pastrami is still as tender as ever.
For breakfast, I had a standard hot pastrami on rye. I am a purist with pastrami, so I just put spicy brown mustard on one half and neon yellow mustard on the other half. Spicy brown won by best complimenting the tender and flavorful pastrami. Prices are high, but you get a massive serving of well crafted meat. I would have loved to sample the other items, but I will save that for one of many future visits.
Is it the best pastrami? Probably not, but it is in the top three. It is just a little too tender, needing just a little more resistance for a better mouth feel. I cannot complain too much as this was one of the best pastrami sandwiches I have ever had in my life! This will not only be a stop but a destination from now on. Just get here early.

The Pros:
1. No line for us since we ate at the counter
2. Quick service. Took about 10 mins since the time we ordered to receive our food
3. Very tasty Pastrami. Def better than The Hat which is our stock when it comes to pastrami craving
4. Filling portions. I did not need to eat dinner that night hah
5. Complimentary public parking in LA
The Cons:
1. Usually a long line if you don’t come at the right time
2. Surrounding area smells like urine
3. Parking lot although complimentary is small and usually full
4. One waitress for the whole counter so waiting to order might take more time than getting your food
5. Pastrami fries + pastrami french dip + soda + side of cream cheese = $ 40!

— parking lot is one block east on langers. Get a ticket and get it validated at the restaurant.
— classy diner feel.
— menu is extensive and pricey.
— everyone’s recc: #19 pastrami Swiss and Cole slaw on soft rye. $ 16ish
— corned beef and 3 eggs pancake style was way too big for me. $ 13
— Sheila was a warm and friendly server.
— def worth a try

Crème de la Crème. Best pastrami in Los Angeles.

Really good reuben.
nom nom nom nom nom nom nom.