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Pastrami Showdown: Langer's vs. Katz's in Taste Test

1/28/2026

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  • A taste test compared Langer's Delicatessen (Los Angeles) and Katz's Delicatessen (New York).
  • New York tasters favored Langer's, scoring it 4 to 3.
  • Los Angeles tasters preferred Katz's, with a score of 5 to 2.
  • Critics described Langer's pastrami as flavorful and well-balanced, while Katz's was bolder and more traditional.
  • The debate over the best pastrami remains unsettled, reflecting regional tastes in Los Angeles and New York.