Bona Ventura

Kips Bay · New York City

2nd Ave Deli

Local cuisineLocals' pick

The kosher deli that left Second Avenue for East 33rd Street in 2006. Every table gets free pickles and slaw; order the thin-sliced pastrami on rye, matzo ball soup and franks in blankets.

Address
162 E 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
Hours
Mon-Thu 11:00-20:00; Fri 11:00-15:00; closed Sat, Sun (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
Best time to go
Afternoon, Evening · About 1 h
Price
Sandwiches about $28-44 (Time Out New York, 2026)
Price level
$$

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Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.

Good to know

  • Do not ask for toasted bread or cheese: it is kosher and the servers will tell you so.
  • Closed Saturday for Shabbat and closes early Friday.
  • Recite your order quickly; the waiters are busy.

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