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    The Essen Room

    3.7 (258 reviews)
    ModerateDelis
    Open 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Sara L.

    It's not a trip up to NYC but it's close! A friend recommended the Fulton location to me a week ago and I just so happened to be walking distance from this one today! The shop transports you to New York as soon as you walk in. I love the signage, setup, everything. The guys working there were so kind and patient while I was figuring out what to order. Thankfully they weren't busy around 11:00am on a Friday, but they started getting crowded as it got closer to 11:30. I ordered two pastrami & brisket sandwiches with latkes, and two knish. I requested one applesauce and one sour cream for the latkes and mustard on the side. The mustard and applesauce were forgotten but I'm not going to take off a star for that. They're clearly still getting their footing and the employees are still learning the ins and outs of the new ownership. They're taking it on with a positive attitude and great food! The sandwiches were huge and well worth the price. I've paid more for less when striving for a solid sandwich. Looking at their website and in the shop, they cure their own meats and use fresh baked bread. I wish I lived closer but now I need to try the Fulton location (it's bit closer to home).

    Ahra J.

    If you're looking for a top notch Jewish deli, The Essen Room will deliver and some! They have a variety of sandwiches and combinations of meats you can stack to create your own if you. They also have a selection of sides as well as dessert! The best part if you are a pickle lover, that they have a pickle bar that you can get as many pickles as you want if you're dining in. They have a range of half hours to hot pickles as well as two pickled tomatoes. If you're carrying out, you can purchase a bag to grab as many pickles as you want. The only thing I was not a big fan of was their coddies as upon biting in to it the texture was very offputting as it seemed like it was more filler than it was actual cod. Inside the restaurant, there are many tables available but ideal for smaller groups between 2 to 4 . We stopped in for carryout around noon and it was fairly packed so I would plan to get here a little bit earlier or after the lunch rush.

    Brad R.

    TLDR: Huge sandwiches and a bottomless pickle bar make The Essen Room a must-visit for deli lovers. Pricey but worth it for the portions and quality. If you're craving a classic NYC Jewish deli vibe, The Essen Room delivers. My party of two came for a late Friday lunch. The place was not busy but our server was attentive and helped us first timers navigate the huge menu. We shared the Reuben Western Fries, which could easily feed 4. They were crispy, cheesy, and loaded with corned beef. I had the Triple Decker Pastrami and Corned Beef Club--massive, flavorful, and perfectly paired with pickles. Also tried the kosher hot dog wrapped in bologna (a bit overcooked but still good), and my friend loved the Jewish Cheesesteak. Portions are huge--we took half of it home. Our bill was close to $100 with tip, but considering the amount of food, it felt justified. They even have an eating challenge for their biggest sandwich! Overall, The Essen Room is definitely a must stop if you find yourself in Pikesville.

    Under new management and they will run this place to the ground, customer service is lacking. Use to come here often, sometimes you have to pay for the pickle bar and sometimes you don't, depends on who's working! Also will skip you in line if your skin isn't pale. Will never shop here again and will tell everyone in the area to just go to downtown to get sandwiches!

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    Khiem H.

    This is probably the best pastrami Reuben in the area. It's a bit pricey but you get a lot of meats. I'd say it very similar to Katz in New York.

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    Stephanie P.

    Went to lunch w my family and enjoyed our experience at The Essen Room. My dad likes this deli a lot and has been wanting us to go here. Walking in we saw a long deli with tons of meats and baked goods. We were seated for lunch and our server was kind and helpful. We got drinks and sampled the pickle bar while we waited. Sauerkraut, sweet pickles, half and half pickles were good. My daughters ordered a plain hot dog & pancakes. Pancakes were big and she got a stack of three. I got the grilled cheese with bacon. I like my bacon crispy but this was good too plus fries which were like steak fries. My father ordered a western omelette with fruit and bagel. My husband ordered a double meat sandwich with Turkey and pastrami. He said the Turkey was a bit dry but he ordered the "whole" sandwich and ate it all!

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    Eric R.

    The Essen Room is a solid 'Jewish style' deli in Pikesville, about 25 minutes northwest of Baltimore. Large portions are standard, whether breakfast, or lunch. All the typical items, like omelettes, pancakes, and bagels for breakfast, and corned beef, pastrami, and smoked fish salads for lunch. The complimentary pickle bar, is a huge bonus with something for everyone. A tad on the expensive side, though a discount is applied if you pay in cash. Service can sometimes be slow, if very crowded, but that gives you more time at the pickle bar. Ample free parking, and not far from another shopping center with Trader Joe's. Never had a bad meal at Essen Room!!

    Linda O.

    I've been dropping by for the last couple of years as I have need to be in the Baltimore area. Overall, the food is excellent. The love and devotion to Jewish cuisine is apparent in the preparation. For foodies like me, it's what we seek: authenticity. The service, well...it could use some improvement. That's why I give it 4 stars. To The Essen Room's credit, I received my lunch order (soup and sammie) for free yesterday due to the very long wait that I experienced. The man who seems to be running the show (silver hair, energetic) told me that he was embarrassed at how long it took to kick out my to-go order. I've never had this happen to me for a late order. So, thank you, sir. I appreciate your thoughtfulness. The world sometimes does have a heart--it exists at this deli.

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    If you're in the mood for a good hot corn beef sandwich this is the place to visit love the homemade desserts. The price is reasonable.

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    High quality food. Be patient it is usually very busy. You will be happy you did. The corned beef is top notch!

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    Wonderful food! Delicious pickle bar. Reminded us of New York delis. Huge corned beef hash breakfast!!

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