The comparison reviews like this I find it super interesting. Love these! I hope this channel blows up, UA is honestly the most thoughtful and empirical food reviewer.
@@Megaman.ExE7 yea that’s a great point. If you haven’t seen Vegas With Shin I highly recommend his channel . He orders a ton of stuff and has great reviews
UA your videos are amazing. I love that you're honest in all your videos. One thing though, buy a tripod. It would be nice to be able to see you eating with both your hands or spreading mustard without struggling. Keep up the good work!
Man I must say… the prices at these delis have gone bonkers. Love the camera shots you take of the food, you capture every dish perfectly and your descriptions are fantastic!
This guy is a good food critic, he got me hungry. I knew that sandwich was epic with his rection. I live walking distance from Kats, I'm gonna get an order tomorrow lol.
I was there earlier today for dinner. Prices are so outrageous but the portions of the food is like fit for 3-5 people. I had a grilled chicken parm sandwich, my parents had a Ruben sandwich and their portions are so huge. They shared their sandwich and I took half of my sandwich home with fries. We don’t go that often but this was a special treat tonight! Thanks mom for the suggestion 😂
So unfair this popped up in my feed right at dinner time. 🤤 Everything looked delicious! I’ve never eaten here but the pastrami, corned beef, hot dog and pickles looked mouthwatering! Thanks for another great review!
I've eaten there many times and I agree with you that the rye bread, pastrami and corned beef are DELICIOUS 😋 I'm kind of surprised that you didn't try a slice of cake! They're delicious and one slice can feed multiple people. The whole cake looks like something from Alice in wonderland it's so big! I really enjoyed your review.
This was fun. I read some of the pricing comments. All things considered Harolds has not increased all that much in the past 10 years. I grew up going to Katz's. At one point There was a gap from when I was 17 to when I was 34 and when I went to get my food the guy making it for me recognized me, called me by name, remembered my Dad (they had they same name) and I was blown away. A relative from Philly got a lot of our family to go to Harolds. Not one of us left unhappy!
Nice review! I only make it across the river for Jets games, but I will have to swing by Edison for some proper pastrami. I try to hit up good pastrami every time I'm in NYC. Last time around I went to Second Avenue Deli on the upper east side and was really impressed by the tender juicy pastrami, good service, and the egg cream. Best of all, no lines or wait.
Harold's is quite unique. There used to be two locations, one in Parsippany, NJ and the one in Edison (Parsippany location closed about 10 yrs ago.). They are known for their HUGE sandwiches. You got the Junior, that's the baby. The "wow" factor is getting the next size up. You know it's big because they give you almost another loaf of rye to make additional sandwiches. It is really a unique experience getting the large size. Oh if you think that's big you should see the size of their triple-decker sandwiches, that will blow your mind. Their prices have gone up quite a bit since the last time I was there. Their Matzo Ball soup is crazy. You missed out on that one. The matzo balls are the size of a baseballs. The bowl it comes in serves at least 2-3 ppl. Almost everyone that leaves has a "doggie-bag". Glad you enjoyed it.
@@arlenbell4376 It was right across 46 from Longhorn Steakhouse (right near I-80 interchange). It was part of Holiday Inn. I think what took it's place is Prime. Harold's closed down after one of our major floods I don't thin it was due to Sandy but maybe another major flooding after that one.
Ohhh I've been here before, but I completely forgot about it! I need to go back. I think Katz's Deli gets its rye bread from Rockland Bakery by the way. You should check it out even if you didn't care for Katz's bread. You can pick your bread literally straight out of the conveyor belt there, and it's cheap.
Great review. I've been to one in Lyndhurst a few times over 20 years ago. I do not think it is still there. Definitely, a great place for an overloaded pastrami sandwich. Back in those days, you would need two hungry eaters to finish one sandwich. I do not think that they had lunch size sandwiches back then.
Harold's had a place in Parsippany at the Holiday Inn and it was great. Harold's pickle bar was amazing too. Loved their tuna salad with their rye bread, they gave us a half a head of lettuce and a massive amount of horseradish. It was one of my favorite places to eat because we took a lot home. When we went there the sandwiches were bigger but nevertheless, your meal looks delish.
"Hard to find a port of entry...lets nibble some of these pieces first" -- cracked me up--excellent thorough review-- Have you tried "Brent's Deli" here in Northridge, CA?... killer pastrami with a great reputation (subjective of course)
I've been to both places a number of times. Harold used to be the General Manager of The Carnegie for many years. Prior to that he owned the Montclair Diner in Verona. Nobody knows the deli business better than Harold's. So, the big differences between Harold's and Katz's are how the corned beef and pastrami are sliced - Machine vs hand sliced. The amount of meat on the sandwich - Harold's gives you more meat - Katz's is produced on site. Harold's uses the same production process that made the Carnegie's corned beef and pastrami. The price of the sandwich at Harold's is more expensive. Harold's, post COVID, I believe is back to giving its customers a free salad bar? Free slices of rye bread, health salad, pickle bar, sour tomatoes, et al. IMHO, Harold's pastrami and corned is better, but the big reasons for me are the amount of meat he gives you and I like my deli machine sliced. Also, the desserts available at Harold's are amazing. they are conversation pieces. Obviously, both are great. Oh, and there's free parking at Harold's.
Great comments. I always thought with something like pastami, that hand cutting produced a better sandwich? I know sometimes there can be broken bits and pieces in the hand cutting.
I've been here many times years ago. They have obviously expanded their menu to stay competitive, so good for them. The pastrami is just as good as Katz in NY. We would get it piled high and use the free assorted pickle bar, which has much more than just pickles! What a great reminder of great times this video has been! Fantastic place, go if you can.
If you want to try another Deli type restaurant, you should try "Pastrami Grill Bistro" in Garfield, NJ. They have good Pastrami sandwiches among other deli meats AND 2 of their workers came from Katz Deli in NY!! I've been there one time last year and was not disappointed! It's worth a try and the prices are reasonable. It's not that big of a restaurant but the service is friendly and pretty fast!😉👍🏽
Hi UA! you have to go to Los Alamitos California and try Katella Deli and bakery. Also , while you are near LA county, you should also try Busy Bees sandwich in San Pedro Ca. At Busy Bee there’s no sitting area, what the locals do is get their sandwich the go to the Korean Bell less than a mile towards the ocean and have a picnic therei
Oh that pastrami!!!! I would love access to a pickle bar, I would go nuts. I have never been a fan of panini sandwiches, I prefer softer bread except for my french dips. Great review.
I've eaten at Carnegie Deli twice... both times when I had friends and relatives visiting me. I normally don't do the touristy stuff, but when you have out-of-town visitors visiting you, you do the touristy stuff. Carnegie Deli's Pastrami sandwich is twice as big as your sandwich and about 50% bigger than Katz's. You're definitely taking a doggy bag home when eating at Carnegie Deli.
Yeah I miss Carnegie. I’d get the Fresser w 50/50:corned beef and pastrami with Swiss and Russian dressing. Almost a pound of meat. Now mine ya I’d finish it but I’m 6’3 and 170lbs. I used to live on the east village in a six story walk up and walked everywhere so it was all metabolism. People whining about food prices are pathetic. You get what you pay for. If you want to eat cheap do it. If you want to eat well. Ya pay for it and let’s face it. Deli is a specialty and just like a steakhouse you’re going to pay for the curated quality. If ya don’t like it don’t go. But ffs don’t be a whiny little biatch about it. Go to White Castle or Costco and eat your heart out.
@@TheMarxist70 To be fair, Katz's prices are insane, and they do that on purpose because it is now a tourist trap, instead of the locals spot it used to be.
Wonderful restaurant!! There were 5 of us and we did the two tower sandwich and we stuffed ourselves and still brought lots home . The pickle bar is awesome!
I love corn beef sandwiches, very tasty, their cabbage soup is delicious,and the potato salad is very yummy I love everything to eat ,and the chips are light and tasty, very good. 😊
evetime I go to my datacenter in "Edison, NJ" I always stop at Harold's. Its been a few years, I might go in the next few weeks and surprise my family with some amazing pastrami sandwiches'! Food is amazing and now I need to try that hotdog !!
You have to put some of that mustard on that sandwich . It’s not for dipping lol. In the early 1980’s I recall a restaurant called Harold’s in Randolph NJ . Im guessing this was the same Harold’s as it is today. They had deli sandwiches plus other options. I recall a guy that worked there. He greeted and seated people. He said his name was Harold. But his real name was Mel.
For over 10 years straight I did the liquor show at the convention center, and after setting up suppliers booths, we head over to Harold's. Always got the roast beef or turkey sandwiches. And usually within 3 days, I was heading over to see the doc for another gout attack. Harold's is amazing...I think I will be heading over there soon, it's been 10 years. As for Edison, at one time it had many biker gangs and go go bars, now it has many many different asian restaurants. The desserts and soups are off the charts too
$27 for any sandwich is beyond my means but for those who can afford it and live in Jersey this would be a great alternative. Rather than driving into Manhattan, paying for parking and then waiting on a long line at Katz then I'd definitely go here instead. But not any time soon since I'm broke 😢
I live so close , which I had known .. My wife and I could have joined you .. Been many times , always a gluttonous experience!!! Pickle Bar 1st next time
TESTIMONY 4 HAROLDS BED DAM DELI. WHEN I COME 2 N.Y./N.J. AREA I COME 2 THIS DELI. PRICEY FOR SURE BUT VERY MUCH WORTH IT. WISH THEY WOIULD DO SHIPPING WHEN I EAT THAT AREA WILL BE ONE OF MY FIRST STOPS LOVE THERE PASTRAMI THINLY CUT DELICIOUSNESS
I’m a veteran Harold’s guy. Probably the one thing I like the most besides the tongue is that you can specify either lean or fatty corned beef or pastrami. I usually get the tongue/corned beef combo extra fatty. It’s the fat that that gives it the flavor and juiciness. My cardiologist reads me the riot act when I tell him about this. I tell him to try it and tell me about it on my next visit.
I need that hot dog! Great review as always, but I don't think I'll drive to NJ for corned beef. However, a pickle bar is most certainly a different story! Yummy!
Firstly, UE you are supposed to go to pickel bar before you receive your food. The wonderful vinegry items balance the fatty meats! I've never been to Harold's but I did eat at the Carnegie deli numerous times in the 1980's! I thought it was very good but pricey because it was in Manhattan! Over the years I mostly preferred the Jewish-style delis in Queens & Brooklyn! I'm originally from Philadelphia but the pastrami in NYC was always a notch above!
Jersey Mike's recently opened in the small midwestern town where I live. At first, I thought UA was reviewing Jersey Mike's. We have been bombarded with Jersey Mike's commercials with Danny Devito.
Pastrami > Corned Beef. Harold's is great. The pickled cabbage and half sours are two of my favorites. I miss home and thank you for bringing it to me in video, so I can live vicariously. The Bagel Deli in Denver is very good. Highly recommend them.
I've eaten at Katz's many times, and the Carnegie Deli a few times. Both are fine. Carnegie was a bit overpriced and touristy. The place I always took people, visiting from out of town was Wolf's in midtown. It was a Kosher Delicatessen so more authentic than Katz's or Carnegie which are merely "Kosher style." And personally I thought it was much better than either. Unfortunately, it was closed some years ago. Obviously, people need some instruction before ordering in a Kosher place. But it's worth it.
I enjoy your vlogs there so good because your a honest and fare in your comments . And your happy face you have when you try something is awesome you need to be a emoji for( hummmm yummy !)👍 🇦🇺😀💖
Great place, excellent video. You may have done yourself a disservice by not ordering one of the larger sandwiches; the portions are where Harold's really shines. If you're looking for more good Jewish deli's in Jersey, try The Kosher Nosh in Glen Rock. Their sandwiches are excellent, and their pea soup is the best!
Hi UA, if I was in Jersey I’d be there for that pickle bar! The rest looked very good but just on sight the bread (not the rye) looked sus. I checked with my friend in NJ and he’s a regular. He agrees about the pickle bad. I’ve never seen one like that. Look in your grocery store and see if they have Dave’s Famous Pickles. Such spicy great pickles. It’s a West Coast chain but non-refrigerated pickles can travel. As I said when you’re in L.A. next, Brent’s Deli in Northridge. Their rye is double baked made by them and awesome. Their pastrami and corned beef are off the hook and their Black Pastrami Reuben is to die for. Their Cabbage Beef soup is amazing, too. Get back here already! LOL.
@@brandoncarpenter9681 oy! So many are gone now. I’m on the west side so schlepping to Northridge takes traffic coordination and timing. Juniors, Jerry’s & Zucky’s all gone over the years. Fromin’s in Santa Monica still decent and familiar, best Cole Slaw winner IMHO. Langer’s, Factors and Nate & Al are difficult so I haven’t been. (I think I went to N&A once when I worked in BH, not memorable.) I don’t deli a lot, cost, but when I do I schlep to Northridge but never alone, not worth wasting a trip. How did I forget Canter’s, yes Canter’s rates and they recently opened a small version not far from me.
I been to this deli several times when I lived in NYC and it's absolutely the best. Since I moved to LI haven't been in a while. I can only wish Harold"s would come to LI. I guaratee they would do great
Haven't been to Harold's in years, probably 12 to 14. My problem with the place then was everything was to big. The pastrami sandwitch was ment to feed 4 or 5 people. They would place this sandwitch on the table with 2 lbs of meat in it.... I felt they were specializing in quantity over quality. (The pickel bar had loaves of sliced rye bread so you could break it down into smaller sandwiches) Looks like they have normal portions now... might be time to give them another try
In my opinion those over sized sandwiches are stupid. It just tastes like meat garnished with bread. I like to eat remove most of the meat to make a normal size sandwich. Then I order extra bread and take home leftover meat for more sandwiches
No, they are still huge UA just got the jr size. I really don't think they had the Jr. size or if they did it was under a different section on the menu. It was "huge" and "huge X2" (my description not theirs). They added the Jr. size, I think around 2013-2014.
Great video. I heard about this place before. I would suspect the prime reason that Harold's is located in Edison, NJ is to avoid the insane cost of running a business in NYC. Regarding Harold's prices, you ordered a pastrami sandwich, corned beef pannini, large hot dog, and chocolate egg cream. All told after tip, you probably spent close to $80? Anyhow, I don't think Harold needs to worry about the average working man as his establishment is quite popular.
I wonder if the reason the hot dog and panini bread was a downer is because they sat for a while be you ate it? I've tried the hot dogs there, and the bun was not hard at all.
It’s the best Jewish deli in America .. worked sanitation for 20+ years in NYC and we would go to Harold’s at least once a week and if you think the sandwich’s are huge you should get breakfast, they used to have 32 egg omelette’s and when you order bacon you literally get 1lb lol and there matzoh ball soup comes in a bowl that is freaking huge lol … but the two things they are famous for is there pastrami sandwiches and there pickle bar …., people used to try to take tons of pickles to go do of course they had to change up there rules so now you can only leave with the pickles left on your plate .. yes a single sandwich is around 18$ now I am not sure it’s been 5+ years since I moved to Florida and when I left sandwiches were 14 just going to 15 ..but when you order a sandwich you literally get 1 1/2 pounds of meat plus you can take a loaf of there insane bread to go so 1 sandwich can feed 3 hungry men or 1 sandwich can last a week of leftovers…. But what makes it the best Jewish deli is the fact that Katz and others price gouged their customers to the point only wealthy people in manhattan can afford there food …. Plus go an order one pastrami sandwich from Katz and it’s 25 bucks and you get one small rolled up sandwich they roll the meat to make it look big but it’s small
My only gripe with harolds is their sandwich went from 32 dollars when I first got back to the states up to 45 dollars now.... They added a smaller sandwich (the one he gets here) which is now 25 dollars.
Not the Harold's I remember. The sandwiches were 4 times that size and were served horizontally because they were to large to stand up. A knish fed 6 people and matzo balls were the size of softballs. The cakes and pastries were huge. Next to the pickle bar there was a bread bar to make sandwiches to share or take home.
The comparison reviews like this I find it super interesting. Love these! I hope this channel blows up, UA is honestly the most thoughtful and empirical food reviewer.
Very entertaining. I assume UA hits the gym to stay in shape after eating at all these places!
lol THat was my thought too. I know I have to get my miles in daily. LOL #mattdv@@robertweisberg5570
This is a great review. Though I do wish that tried menu items that the location was *known* for; it would make it more fair for these places
@@Megaman.ExE7 yea that’s a great point. If you haven’t seen Vegas With Shin I highly recommend his channel . He orders a ton of stuff and has great reviews
@@xc7525 Thank you for the recommendation!
Another superb review UA, and you’re appreciation of Jewish Deli food is 💯.
Much love 🙏
UA your videos are amazing. I love that you're honest in all your videos. One thing though, buy a tripod. It would be nice to be able to see you eating with both your hands or spreading mustard without struggling. Keep up the good work!
Man I must say… the prices at these delis have gone bonkers. Love the camera shots you take of the food, you capture every dish perfectly and your descriptions are fantastic!
harolds prices are not expensive....a 50 dollar sandwich feeds 3 people,plus u get all u can eat pickle bar and cole slaw.
This guy is a good food critic, he got me hungry. I knew that sandwich was epic with his rection. I live walking distance from Kats, I'm gonna get an order tomorrow lol.
I was there earlier today for dinner. Prices are so outrageous but the portions of the food is like fit for 3-5 people. I had a grilled chicken parm sandwich, my parents had a Ruben sandwich and their portions are so huge. They shared their sandwich and I took half of my sandwich home with fries. We don’t go that often but this was a special treat tonight! Thanks mom for the suggestion 😂
I ate at Carnagie back in the 1980’s.I’m guessing the pastrami was 15 dollars . Was huge and unlimited pickles. Very memorable. Enjoy the vids!
Watching this is like a form of torture - you’ve gotten me SOOO hungry! Good job- love your reviews!
So unfair this popped up in my feed right at dinner time. 🤤
Everything looked delicious! I’ve never eaten here but the pastrami, corned beef, hot dog and pickles looked mouthwatering! Thanks for another great review!
You gotta go to Harold's if you're ever in Jersey. A delicious and fun experience you will never forget.
Ua you are legit my favorite food blogger. Not many notable ny nj food reviewers out there. Thanks for covering the area
The U.S. has gone nuts; the prices are literally absurd.
Paying for the stepchild in Kiev is expensive.
@JamieGAdaire
Never ends with people like you......
People voted for this. How did you expect to pay for the trillions for COVID packages? Raise taxes on the rich? hahahaha
@JamieGAdairehave to pay for civilization. The alternative is anarchy and Somalia-like state of USA
@@AlexG1020got to pay to play. I will vote for the same twice over not because I am loving it, but because the alternative is way worse
UA EATS WILL HIT A MILLION SUBS BY CHRISTMAS,love your channel!
Wow that would be an amazing Christmas gift! For now though I'm looking forward to hopefully hitting 30K by year's end.
lol
Love your food reviews. Harold's is my go to restaurant whenever I'm in the area.
Nice review. Never been but curious about the Matzoh Ball soup. Thanks.
it's very good but a HUGE bowl
Great review! Can't believe New Jersey prices are that high as well.
Great job!!! Been to Harold's many times - - love it!!!
I've eaten there many times and I agree with you that the rye bread, pastrami and corned beef are DELICIOUS 😋 I'm kind of surprised that you didn't try a slice of cake! They're delicious and one slice can feed multiple people. The whole cake looks like something from Alice in wonderland it's so big! I really enjoyed your review.
Probably hit the limit on his credit card.
OMG it's just cake, idiot get over it he doesn't have to eat the whole menu he ate the pickles what more do you want?
I was just saying the same.
This was fun. I read some of the pricing comments. All things considered Harolds has not increased all that much in the past 10 years. I grew up going to Katz's. At one point There was a gap from when I was 17 to when I was 34 and when I went to get my food the guy making it for me recognized me, called me by name, remembered my Dad (they had they same name) and I was blown away. A relative from Philly got a lot of our family to go to Harolds. Not one of us left unhappy!
That tiny sandwich costs $25?! Ridiculous.
It is $28 if I recall from two months ago.
Metro detroit 8 ounce pastrimi cost 15/ 20 dollars
It’s $50 now
well worth it
I love Harold's Deli. Every year when I go to the Fly Fishing show in Edison Harold's is a must!
Nice review! I only make it across the river for Jets games, but I will have to swing by Edison for some proper pastrami. I try to hit up good pastrami every time I'm in NYC. Last time around I went to Second Avenue Deli on the upper east side and was really impressed by the tender juicy pastrami, good service, and the egg cream. Best of all, no lines or wait.
Harold's is quite unique. There used to be two locations, one in Parsippany, NJ and the one in Edison (Parsippany location closed about 10 yrs ago.). They are known for their HUGE sandwiches. You got the Junior, that's the baby. The "wow" factor is getting the next size up. You know it's big because they give you almost another loaf of rye to make additional sandwiches. It is really a unique experience getting the large size. Oh if you think that's big you should see the size of their triple-decker sandwiches, that will blow your mind. Their prices have gone up quite a bit since the last time I was there. Their Matzo Ball soup is crazy. You missed out on that one. The matzo balls are the size of a baseballs. The bowl it comes in serves at least 2-3 ppl. Almost everyone that leaves has a "doggie-bag". Glad you enjoyed it.
Actually the matzo balls are more softball size!!!
theres one in lyndhurst. i was therea few years ago. too much$$$$$$
@@carolwoodruff7990 I guess I never was to that one. I only knew of the two. Thanks for letting me know.
Where was Harold’s in Parsippany? I’ve lived in Parsippany for 49+ years and don’t recall it.
@@arlenbell4376 It was right across 46 from Longhorn Steakhouse (right near I-80 interchange). It was part of Holiday Inn. I think what took it's place is Prime. Harold's closed down after one of our major floods I don't thin it was due to Sandy but maybe another major flooding after that one.
Ohhh I've been here before, but I completely forgot about it! I need to go back. I think Katz's Deli gets its rye bread from Rockland Bakery by the way. You should check it out even if you didn't care for Katz's bread. You can pick your bread literally straight out of the conveyor belt there, and it's cheap.
This made me want to drive from CT to go there right now! Even though you commented honestly on the bread, the pastrami and hot dog looked top notch
Great review. Have you tried 2nd. Ave. Deli in NYC?
This is a great deli in NYC.
I enjoy watching your videos. Nice stuff.
Wow looks great but some of those prices are crazy
It's not cheap but sadly it's about average for pastrami and corned beef these days
Thnx UA for another great video!
That place is no joke. Glad you got there. Always so busy tells you how good it is and why it stands the test of time.
Great review. I've been to one in Lyndhurst a few times over 20 years ago. I do not think it is still there. Definitely, a great place for an overloaded pastrami sandwich. Back in those days, you would need two hungry eaters to finish one sandwich. I do not think that they had lunch size sandwiches back then.
Thanks loved your review
Very Nice Video. Have to go there. Great Review.
Harold's had a place in Parsippany at the Holiday Inn and it was great. Harold's pickle bar was amazing too. Loved their tuna salad with their rye bread, they gave us a half a head of lettuce and a massive amount of horseradish. It was one of my favorite places to eat because we took a lot home. When we went there the sandwiches were bigger but nevertheless, your meal looks delish.
Would love to try it. Looked great. Thanks and take care.
"Hard to find a port of entry...lets nibble some of these pieces first" -- cracked me up--excellent thorough review-- Have you tried "Brent's Deli" here in Northridge, CA?... killer pastrami with a great reputation (subjective of course)
I enjoy your videos!
Hey, I saw you on LegalEagle today! Great vid.
Harold’s is the best! Thanks so much for letting more folks know about it. The huge cakes are great too, and the largest pastrami sandwich is YUGE!
you missed one of the best part. The desserts there are amazing. Did you see the size of the cakes ? 17:08
I've been to both places a number of times. Harold used to be the General Manager of The Carnegie for many years. Prior to that he owned the Montclair Diner in Verona. Nobody knows the deli business better than Harold's. So, the big differences between Harold's and Katz's are how the corned beef and pastrami are sliced - Machine vs hand sliced. The amount of meat on the sandwich - Harold's gives you more meat - Katz's is produced on site. Harold's uses the same production process that made the Carnegie's corned beef and pastrami. The price of the sandwich at Harold's is more expensive. Harold's, post COVID, I believe is back to giving its customers a free salad bar? Free slices of rye bread, health salad, pickle bar, sour tomatoes, et al. IMHO, Harold's pastrami and corned is better, but the big reasons for me are the amount of meat he gives you and I like my deli machine sliced. Also, the desserts available at Harold's are amazing. they are conversation pieces. Obviously, both are great. Oh, and there's free parking at Harold's.
Great comments. I always thought with something like pastami, that hand cutting produced a better sandwich? I know sometimes there can be broken bits and pieces in the hand cutting.
Totally agree. What makes Harold's so unique and special want even shown in this video.
You can fly to Las Vegas one way, midweek, cheaper than a large pastrami?
I've been here many times years ago. They have obviously expanded their menu to stay competitive, so good for them. The pastrami is just as good as Katz in NY. We would get it piled high and use the free assorted pickle bar, which has much more than just pickles! What a great reminder of great times this video has been! Fantastic place, go if you can.
There used to be a Harold's in Lyndhurst also. It closed around last November.
UA. You have to try Tenafly Kosher Deli & Caterers, on Washington st. in Tenafly NJ. I have been there and loved it!
If you want to try another Deli type restaurant, you should try "Pastrami Grill Bistro" in Garfield, NJ.
They have good Pastrami sandwiches among other deli meats AND 2 of their workers came from Katz Deli in NY!!
I've been there one time last year and was not disappointed! It's worth a try and the prices are reasonable. It's not that big of a restaurant but the service is friendly and pretty fast!😉👍🏽
i love your videos great vibe on this channel. mustard and sourkraut on a hot dog is the way for me, that was giant hot dog.
I wish I knew you were there I work about a half mile from there and the food is great
Hi UA! you have to go to Los Alamitos California and try Katella Deli and bakery. Also , while you are near LA county, you should also try Busy Bees sandwich in San Pedro Ca. At Busy Bee there’s no sitting area, what the locals do is get their sandwich the go to the Korean Bell less than a mile towards the ocean and have a picnic therei
Oh that pastrami!!!! I would love access to a pickle bar, I would go nuts. I have never been a fan of panini sandwiches, I prefer softer bread except for my french dips. Great review.
Did you try the apple muffins at the pickle bar wow those are epic!
I've eaten at Carnegie Deli twice... both times when I had friends and relatives visiting me. I normally don't do the touristy stuff, but when you have out-of-town visitors visiting you, you do the touristy stuff. Carnegie Deli's Pastrami sandwich is twice as big as your sandwich and about 50% bigger than Katz's. You're definitely taking a doggy bag home when eating at Carnegie Deli.
Oh yeah? Do you still think it's that big? Something tells me it's not. Because it's out of business.
Yeah I miss Carnegie. I’d get the Fresser w 50/50:corned beef and pastrami with Swiss and Russian dressing. Almost a pound of meat. Now mine ya I’d finish it but I’m 6’3 and 170lbs. I used to live on the east village in a six story walk up and walked everywhere so it was all metabolism.
People whining about food prices are pathetic. You get what you pay for. If you want to eat cheap do it. If you want to eat well. Ya pay for it and let’s face it. Deli is a specialty and just like a steakhouse you’re going to pay for the curated quality. If ya don’t like it don’t go. But ffs don’t be a whiny little biatch about it. Go to White Castle or Costco and eat your heart out.
@@TheMarxist70 To be fair, Katz's prices are insane, and they do that on purpose because it is now a tourist trap, instead of the locals spot it used to be.
You've never been to Harold's. EVERYTHING IS BIGGER AT HAROLD'S.
@@kentmorton2872 TWSS
I used to go there when i lived in Woodbridge which is right next to Edison they give u enough pastrami to make several sandwiches
Wonderful restaurant!! There were 5 of us and we did the two tower sandwich and we stuffed ourselves and still brought lots home . The pickle bar is awesome!
Hey UA. I’d recommend Pastrami Queen on the upper East Side..it doesn’t get any better. I enjoy your channel.
Yes Harold’s is awesome
Two places Hobby’s in Newark NJ & picked Herring in near Marlboro NJ
I love corn beef sandwiches, very tasty, their cabbage soup is delicious,and the potato salad is very yummy I love everything to eat ,and the chips are light and tasty, very good. 😊
Goodman of Elizabeth, NJ was great. Now they're in Berkeley Heights.
evetime I go to my datacenter in "Edison, NJ" I always stop at Harold's. Its been a few years, I might go in the next few weeks and surprise my family with some amazing pastrami sandwiches'! Food is amazing and now I need to try that hotdog !!
Hot dog looked warmed over a couple of times. How much was it?
Your videos are interesting!
"Sausage quality delivery with hot dog taste on the inside" - UA. One of the best food descriptions of all time.
That looked like a Thumann's dog to me....always delish!
Those prices look crazy 😧
He didnt mention that they serve HUGE portions. Thats why the pricing looks like that. Everything is made to be shared.
@@MrSteezyYup. Exactly.
Yeah I looked at some triple decker sandwiches being 140usd, but then noticed theyre meant for like 8 people.
You have to put some of that mustard on that sandwich . It’s not for dipping lol.
In the early 1980’s I recall a restaurant called Harold’s in Randolph NJ . Im guessing this was the same Harold’s as it is today. They had deli sandwiches plus other options.
I recall a guy that worked there. He greeted and seated people. He said his name was Harold. But his real name was Mel.
For over 10 years straight I did the liquor show at the convention center, and after setting up suppliers booths, we head over to Harold's. Always got the roast beef or turkey sandwiches. And usually within 3 days, I was heading over to see the doc for another gout attack. Harold's is amazing...I think I will be heading over there soon, it's been 10 years. As for Edison, at one time it had many biker gangs and go go bars, now it has many many different asian restaurants. The desserts and soups are off the charts too
go-go bars and biker gangs???? I may have missed that part of the township
Try Pastrami Grill Bistro, Garfield nj , meat cutters from Katz and prices you can’t beat
You won’t be disappointed ,been there many times
$27 for any sandwich is beyond my means but for those who can afford it and live in Jersey this would be a great alternative. Rather than driving into Manhattan, paying for parking and then waiting on a long line at Katz then I'd definitely go here instead. But not any time soon since I'm broke 😢
I just went there yesterday, place is excellent! You need to go back and get their Matzah Ball soup- the size is actually conical!
I live so close , which I had known .. My wife and I could have joined you .. Been many times , always a gluttonous experience!!! Pickle Bar 1st next time
Glad I'm not the only one who went full screen to check out those prices.
My God, they're nuts!
TESTIMONY 4 HAROLDS BED DAM DELI. WHEN I COME 2 N.Y./N.J. AREA I COME 2 THIS DELI. PRICEY FOR SURE BUT VERY MUCH WORTH IT. WISH THEY WOIULD DO SHIPPING WHEN I EAT THAT AREA WILL BE ONE OF MY FIRST STOPS LOVE THERE PASTRAMI THINLY CUT DELICIOUSNESS
When and where did you live in Chicago?
Woof! Those prices are nutty. Thanks fir sharing anyways.
I ate at Carnegie in the 80s and guess who was in front of me when I checked out. Henny Youngman!
Same here abbazab. He shook my hand and told a few of his famous one liners to me. LoL. Thanks for the memories!
I’m a veteran Harold’s guy. Probably the one thing I like the most besides the tongue is that you can specify either lean or fatty corned beef or pastrami. I usually get the tongue/corned beef combo extra fatty. It’s the fat that that gives it the flavor and juiciness. My cardiologist reads me the riot act when I tell him about this. I tell him to try it and tell me about it on my next visit.
Try the Kibitz Room in Cherry Hill, NJ
I need that hot dog! Great review as always, but I don't think I'll drive to NJ for corned beef. However, a pickle bar is most certainly a different story! Yummy!
Also, try Ben's Kosher NY Deli, Bayside. I grew up going there, and it's only 5 minutes from my house.
Thanks for the tip!
Firstly, UE you are supposed to go to pickel bar before you receive your food. The wonderful vinegry items balance the fatty meats! I've never been to Harold's but I did eat at the Carnegie deli numerous times in the 1980's! I thought it was very good but pricey because it was in Manhattan! Over the years I mostly preferred the Jewish-style delis in Queens & Brooklyn! I'm originally from Philadelphia but the pastrami in NYC was always a notch above!
Price is crazy! Stay away, your in Edison NJ . Give me a break, what else are you going to do there? Go to the Mall after you eat? Great atmosphere! 😂
Jersey Mike's recently opened in the small midwestern town where I live. At first, I thought UA was reviewing Jersey Mike's. We have been bombarded with Jersey Mike's commercials with Danny Devito.
Sooo, would the pickle bar items have accentuated the sandwiches and hot dog if added?
Thanks gonna revisit...12 years ago for an awesome experience?
Pastrami > Corned Beef. Harold's is great. The pickled cabbage and half sours are two of my favorites. I miss home and thank you for bringing it to me in video, so I can live vicariously. The Bagel Deli in Denver is very good. Highly recommend them.
I live in NJ, and Harold's is my family's go-to pastrami deli; I often visit once a month. 😋😋😋😋
Are you putting any mustard on that sandwich?
I've eaten at Katz's many times, and the Carnegie Deli a few times. Both are fine. Carnegie was a bit overpriced and touristy. The place I always took people, visiting from out of town was Wolf's in midtown. It was a Kosher Delicatessen so more authentic than Katz's or Carnegie which are merely "Kosher style." And personally I thought it was much better than either. Unfortunately, it was closed some years ago. Obviously, people need some instruction before ordering in a Kosher place. But it's worth it.
UA try Ben's Kosher Delicatessen Restaurant in Bay Terrace Bayside NY
Did i read the menu correctly, they have a $95.95 sandwich?
I enjoy your vlogs there so good because your a honest and fare in your comments .
And your happy face you have when you try something is awesome you need to be a emoji for( hummmm yummy !)👍 🇦🇺😀💖
How much easier is it to get to this Deli compared to Katz's? .... Travel, parking, etc.? Does Katz have parking like this place does?
Katz’s is in Manhattan. Parking? Forget it. Find a garage or on street parking somewhere is your only bet
Great place, excellent video. You may have done yourself a disservice by not ordering one of the larger sandwiches; the portions are where Harold's really shines. If you're looking for more good Jewish deli's in Jersey, try The Kosher Nosh in Glen Rock. Their sandwiches are excellent, and their pea soup is the best!
Thank you for that review oh H
I grew up close to there; I'll have to check it out the next time I'm home.
Hi UA, if I was in Jersey I’d be there for that pickle bar! The rest looked very good but just on sight the bread (not the rye) looked sus. I checked with my friend in NJ and he’s a regular. He agrees about the pickle bad. I’ve never seen one like that. Look in your grocery store and see if they have Dave’s Famous Pickles. Such spicy great pickles. It’s a West Coast chain but non-refrigerated pickles can travel.
As I said when you’re in L.A. next, Brent’s Deli in Northridge. Their rye is double baked made by them and awesome. Their pastrami and corned beef are off the hook and their Black Pastrami Reuben is to die for. Their Cabbage Beef soup is amazing, too. Get back here already! LOL.
Good knowledge, what are your next Two favorite la deli’s?
@@brandoncarpenter9681 oy! So many are gone now. I’m on the west side so schlepping to Northridge takes traffic coordination and timing. Juniors, Jerry’s & Zucky’s all gone over the years. Fromin’s in Santa Monica still decent and familiar, best Cole Slaw winner IMHO. Langer’s, Factors and Nate & Al are difficult so I haven’t been. (I think I went to N&A once when I worked in BH, not memorable.) I don’t deli a lot, cost, but when I do I schlep to Northridge but never alone, not worth wasting a trip. How did I forget Canter’s, yes Canter’s rates and they recently opened a small version not far from me.
I been to this deli several times when I lived in NYC and it's absolutely the best. Since I moved to LI haven't been in a while. I can only wish Harold"s would come to LI. I guaratee they would do great
Haven't been to Harold's in years, probably 12 to 14. My problem with the place then was everything was to big. The pastrami sandwitch was ment to feed 4 or 5 people. They would place this sandwitch on the table with 2 lbs of meat in it.... I felt they were specializing in quantity over quality. (The pickel bar had loaves of sliced rye bread so you could break it down into smaller sandwiches)
Looks like they have normal portions now... might be time to give them another try
In my opinion those over sized sandwiches are stupid. It just tastes like meat garnished with bread. I like to eat remove most of the meat to make a normal size sandwich. Then I order extra bread and take home leftover meat for more sandwiches
No, they are still huge UA just got the jr size. I really don't think they had the Jr. size or if they did it was under a different section on the menu. It was "huge" and "huge X2" (my description not theirs). They added the Jr. size, I think around 2013-2014.
Great video. I heard about this place before. I would suspect the prime reason that Harold's is located in Edison, NJ is to avoid the insane cost of running a business in NYC. Regarding Harold's prices, you ordered a pastrami sandwich, corned beef pannini, large hot dog, and chocolate egg cream. All told after tip, you probably spent close to $80? Anyhow, I don't think Harold needs to worry about the average working man as his establishment is quite popular.
I lived in Middlesex County, NJ. We loved Harold’s!!!
I wonder if the reason the hot dog and panini bread was a downer is because they sat for a while be you ate it? I've tried the hot dogs there, and the bun was not hard at all.
Try Hobby's Deli, Newark, NJ
It’s the best Jewish deli in America .. worked sanitation for 20+ years in NYC and we would go to Harold’s at least once a week and if you think the sandwich’s are huge you should get breakfast, they used to have 32 egg omelette’s and when you order bacon you literally get 1lb lol and there matzoh ball soup comes in a bowl that is freaking huge lol … but the two things they are famous for is there pastrami sandwiches and there pickle bar …., people used to try to take tons of pickles to go do of course they had to change up there rules so now you can only leave with the pickles left on your plate .. yes a single sandwich is around 18$ now I am not sure it’s been 5+ years since I moved to Florida and when I left sandwiches were 14 just going to 15 ..but when you order a sandwich you literally get 1 1/2 pounds of meat plus you can take a loaf of there insane bread to go so 1 sandwich can feed 3 hungry men or 1 sandwich can last a week of leftovers…. But what makes it the best Jewish deli is the fact that Katz and others price gouged their customers to the point only wealthy people in manhattan can afford there food …. Plus go an order one pastrami sandwich from Katz and it’s 25 bucks and you get one small rolled up sandwich they roll the meat to make it look big but it’s small
My only gripe with harolds is their sandwich went from 32 dollars when I first got back to the states up to 45 dollars now.... They added a smaller sandwich (the one he gets here) which is now 25 dollars.
Hey, didn't Tony Soprano say he worked in sanitation for 20+ years. Know him? (lol. Just kidding!).
Not the Harold's I remember. The sandwiches were 4 times that size and were served horizontally because they were to large to stand up. A knish fed 6 people and matzo balls were the size of softballs. The cakes and pastries were huge. Next to the pickle bar there was a bread bar to make sandwiches to share or take home.
@@capthrHarold's is still like that. Unfortunately, none of that was showcased in the video.