Kaufman's Bagel & Delicatessen

The food is amazing. Same tier as NYC, Montreal. More on the dry side as most of the authentic Midwest like drier meat in general. The vegetable and tomatoes slices was surprisingly top tier quality, and was actually tasty on it's own. Their supplier treats them very well. Don't worry, it's not just you- it's very overstimulating the 1st time there. It's gonna be awkward. The staff knows it's awkward, and they'll keep working on their own things until you're feeling ready. I truly do appreciate that!! I don't feel the pressure to rush, and I'm guided throughout, one ingredient at a time with a written chart for the more "picture-minded" such as myself. I've been very impressed after and ever since! The comfort improved every visits since. Portion size is worth it. I also appreciate that

We shared an extra lean corned beef/pastrami combo sandwich on rye, with a side sesame bagel and cookie. The sandwich was outstanding. The meat was very lean and incredibly flavorful. Plenty for 2 to share. The cookie was delicious and tasted of natural ingredients that out taste buds could easily recognize. The bagel was a bit disappointing. It tasted a bit dry, like it sat out for a while.

Had the best everything bagel with cured salmon and cream cheese with chives!! Also, bought smoked salmon and white fish for home. Loved the smoked salmon more. Didn't disappoint! Would visit again!

2 1/2 hour drive saw them on a Google search. Not to busy today. The counter people were all very helpful for the out of towners. No place like this where we are. I was overwhelmed with options. Decided on the New Jersey By Pass. Yep it was fantastic. My bride had a loony Tuna. She loved it our cousin had the uncle Lenny it was pretty good. . Large and filling. Took home some pastries. Got some black and whites for the trip home . Should have bought more. We will try the others later. Pretty pricey trip but we knew it would be. Hope to go back in the future.

Felt like I was at home. Everyone was so friendly and personable. Now the food was out of this world!! Tried the Bypass, couldn’t finish half. Don’t let the prices scare you off, such an enormous sandwich. Let’s also talk about the Old Pickles. Must try.