"A close view of Famous Fourth Street's pastrami only hints at its spicy luxury. The blackened edges are more savory than words can say; the steamy pink meat virtually melts in your mouth."
Michael Stern
"Zaftig is a yiddish word that means juicy, succulent, pleasingly plump. This is Famous Fourth Street's zaftig version of the pastrami sandwich. Big as it is -- even the rye bread is sliced extra-thick -- you actually can pick up half in two hands; however, it is too tall for a human jaw to unhinge enough to engulf it from top to bottom. "
Michael Stern
"A classic start to a deli meal: crisp cole slaw and a crunchy dill pickle"
Michael Stern
"Among the many side dishes to accompany a sandwich, latkes (potato pancakes) are notable primarily for their extreme crunch."
Michael Stern
"Along with pastrami and matzoh balls, cookies are a big reason the Famous Fourth Street Deli is famous. They are plump and buttery, loaded with chocolate chips (in the foreground) or chips and walnuts (center). The one at the rear is plush oatmeal raisin."
Michael Stern
"The traditional brand of beverage to drink alongside a corned beef or pastrami sandwich is Dr. Brown's soda, preferably Cel-Ray or Black Cherry. Famous Fourth Street Deli brings the can to the table along with a huge Coke-branded tumbler full of ice."
Michael Stern
"Do not come to the Famous Fourth Street Delicatessen unless you are very, very hungry. There is nothing small on the menu."
Michael Stern
