I've been to Zan's several times and the food is always great. We've tried an assortment of dishes, and each one was delicious. The deli sandwhiches were fantastic. Authentic kosher food is hard to come by in Suffolk County, so having a place like Zans is a gift. We really need restaurants like this. We used to go to Bens in Nassau County and are so happy Zans exists nearby. We loved the experience and appreciate having an authentic kosher deli we can go to. It's clear that some of the people leaving negative reviews simply wish to complain, but it isn't right to do that to a place like Zans. This is literally the only kosher deli in the area, and they offer great food and an important service to the community. The extremely harsh reviews don't reflect the quality or the many experiences I've had there. Zans deserves recognition for the good food they serve and the niche they fill in Suffolk County. read more

I'm a huge fan of Kosher deli (chalk it up to my Williamsburg, Brooklyn roots). But keeping with my mantra that every restaurant can have an off day, I hope I may have stopped by on one. I'll be back. I always try to seek redemption for those who miss the mark. I'll update when I can. Lots of parking, all cards. read more

First time in my 79 years, I was reprimanded for not eating my peas and carrots. Told by the waitress that I should not have ordered them if I was not going to eat them; now we have to throw them out. I was so embarrassed in front of my other lunch partners to be treated like a child. Then, when I called and spoke to the manager, Pat, he told me that the waitress would never talk to a customer like that. I have to hear her side of the story!!!!!. Sorry????? Sir, I have 3 witnesses who were completely devastated to see me talked to like I was a naughty child. LAST TIME FOR THIS RESTAURANT. read more

And it came to pass we were driving, discussing where to eat, wifey blurted we should order take out. I suggested Zan's. She dialed them up and ordered a pair of Hot Pastrami sandwiches. They were bagged & ready when i arrived. As soon as we got home we started. Her plan was to eat half and save it for later. Not happening... she devoured both halves instantly. Mine was already finished...best Pastrami on Rye ever..5 stars .... read more

My family has eaten at many delicatessens within our area over the years. All had wonderful food. We've been visiting Zahn's for several years. Although its location is unassuming - a small front within a shopping mall, once you enter the wonder begin. We were greeted by a staff member and it's easy to see there is solid commitment to the quality and diversity of their cuisine. If you're of the Jewish faith, you will be greatly surprised. Zahn's offers a full menu of items consistent with religious and cultural values. We usually order a pastrami sandwich on rye. The portions are incredible. Hot and tasty we were unable to finish but only half of the sandwich. We ordered french fries and onion rings which were fresh, well prepared and served hot. Zahn's has a complete set of beverages, cakes, and so many side dishes. The staff were helpful and well knew the diversity of their menu. Their food is always fresh. There are also tables for the customer who wishes to sit down and have a most enjoyable and leisurely meal. Prices are fair. If you're hungry and in the area, please take a few minutes to have a great meal. You won't be dissatisfied. "Ess gezunt" read more

Overpriced & underwhelmed. It's not what it used to be. The matzah ball soup was so salty, I couldn't eat it. I didn't eat in the restaurant or I would have sent it back. Sadly, it went right into the garbage. The lean pastrami was so fatty it ended up in the garbage with the soup. What a waste of food & money. read more

One of the things I love most, as a person who appreciates local businesses, authentic to culture foods, is a good Jewish deli. Well, here is Zan's! When back East, a pastrami on rye is a must. I was so excited that they have a lunch special with a junior size sandwich, salad and beverage which was perfect for me to have a taste of pastrami. The meat was very tender and just enough. Shortly after being seated, the bowls of pickles and Cole slaw arrived. Yummy! The new pickles and regular pickles were seasoned well and had a nice crunch. The Cole slaw was just tangy enough for me. I initially ordered the Caesar salad with no croutons and the waitress said that then it's only lettuce versus the house salad that comes with croutons plus tomatoes, cucumbers and onions. Okay, I got that and unsweetened ice tea. My friend got a humongous, rare roast beef sandwich on a challah roll that looked amazing. She said it was flavorful and tender. She also had a side of macaroni salad that filled a soup bowl. Just the right balance of sweet to salt to sour. And the noodles were Al dente. I kept eyeing the dessert case but didn't give into my cravings. Darn because the apple strudel looked delicious. When my friend packed up the half sandwich she was given a piece of wax paper and a bag, a plastic container for the macaroni and told that the owner did not allow for the leftover pickles to be packed. Not sure why so they went in the container with the Coleslaw. Resolved! Please support this local business. Amazing food! Easy parking in the shopping center by Aldi's. read more

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Was at the mall for a Drs appointment and decided to run in. I got a 1/2 lb of chopped liver to go. Got home, opened it and the smell almost knocked me out. $15 wasted on ROTTEN product. If I didn't live 35 miles away I would have returned it. It's ridiculous that the woman who put it in the container couldn't smell it! YUCK! read more

I had such a great experience here last night for dinner. I got a half pastrami and half roast beef sandwich (on garlic hero) and it was delicious. The waitress was super sweet and the service was quick! There's a great deli counter where you can order prepared foods. Delicious coleslaw and matzo ball soup as well. Will definitely be coming back soon!! read more

Zan's Kosher Deli - Roast Beef Sandwich - Kosher Near Me - Lake Grove, New York

Waitress wouldn't allow us to have a to go bag for the pickles. She said they were for when you are in the restaurant and you couldn't take them with you after the meal. read more

Haven't had pastrami like this since the city, fresh tender and the taste was on point, worth the $22 all day long read more

Zan's Kosher Deli - Wow, i haven't had pastrami like this since the city-Fresh tender and the taste is on point. - Kosher Near Me - Lake Grove, New York

Party of 4. Two of us ordered pastrami. Half meat half fat. Threw out most of it. Waitress couldn't give a rats ass. Other person ordered half tasteless brisket,half turkey. 4th person ordered corned beef,tasteless. I've been there many times but won't go back. Something has changed. Bu-bye. read more

Was just at Zans to takeout. I ordered a roast beef on club and my wife had a noodle soup. Id say Chicken Noodle Soup as thats what i ordered and paid for but there was not one piece of chicken in the soup. 7.50 for a bowl of chicken stock with noodles. We use to go often here but the prices have gone way too high. My roast beef sandwich was almost $20 Really a shame that at these prices they don't keep up on the quality read more

Good food, good service, good pricing, and great ambiance! Get the pastrami, skip the matzo ball soup, and take home extra pickles! read more

Zan's Kosher Deli - Kosher Near Me - Lake Grove, New York

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Well, had the service not been so horrendous I could see giving more stars. The mushroom barley soup is tasty but stay away if you're avoiding salt. The pea soup was pretty good too and not as salty. The open face turkey was fresh and a good portion as was the corned beef. I love the cole slaw. They guys behind the counter are the nicest, but Myra needs a day off or three. read more

Zan's Kosher Deli - Kosher Near Me - Lake Grove, New York

My husband and I were really looking forward to our usual at Zan's. We got brisket and pastrami sandwiches along with stuffed derma to take out. My pastrami was at least half fat and grizzle. I threw a good deal of it away. His brisket was rather tasteless. These sandwiches were almost $22 each and absolutely not up to the usual fare at this restaurant. It used to come with large sour pickles and now they are tiny. I couldn't even find cole slaw on their menu. Just because they are one of the few kosher deli's left, doesn't mean that their quality should drop. What is the point of an overstuffed sandwich if you have to throw most of it in the garbage. Barbara S. read more

i was in the mood for brisket. Zans did not disappoint! Melt in your mouth goodness. I had a great waitress - kind and efficient. In the mood for a brisket? I recommend ZANS. read more

My friends patronized Zans Deli all the time as they lived in Long Island. They have since moved to NC and have been bringing deli back for the last 6 years. This August they brought back almost $400 of food from Zans. Part of my order was 1 lb of corned beef at almost $40 a pound. When we opened the package we couldn't really identify what the meat was as it had circles of fat throughout. We called Zans for a refund and explained we had our receipt plus a picture. The manager Pat said no need for a picture just send the receipt and I'll refund you, which we did. We never received the refund. We called them numerous times with no returned calls. After all these years supporting this business we will NEVER EVER go back. This is no way to run a business. read more

The quality has gone down at Zan's. When I go, I usually get a good pastrami sandwich. Today, not so good, kind of tasteless and fatty. For $20.00 you would expect excellent but that's not the case today. My wife had a corn beef sandwich which she enjoyed. Bad day? Maybe. But for the price no bad days allowed. read more

When I came to your Yelp page why am I not surprised that you received 2.5 stars or below? Yeah great, my moms MOWs are provided by you but should we be surprised at how disgusting your food is based on reviews? Probably not. Also, in her (what you call) potato soup we found 3 hairs. Two short and straight and one short and curly. Disgusting to think where the third one may have come from. And are you trying to kill the old people who you provided MOW for with your dried up rubbish? Your pork was so dry neither of my 2 dogs would even go anywhere near it. And that's not the first dinner she's been sent that she couldn't swallow and the dogs wouldn't touch. Kind of tells you something, doesn't it? read more

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Legacy residents remember when this place was Ben's Kosher Deli, a staple in the community for decades. Well known and highly trafficked, nothing has changed regarding the quality of the food or service. Dine-in residents enjoy complimentary coleslaw and pickles as part of their meal. A friend of mine once told me you could gauge the quality of a restaurant by its coleslaw. OK, you're probably like me and require a little more explanation. He went on to state that coleslaw is one of the most insignificant components to any meal, and if a restaurant takes care to prepare such an insignificant item, the rest of their food must be amazing. So maybe it's not an absolute indicator or exact science, but it holds true here and has served me well in other instances. The sandwiches are stuffed with meat, as you can see, and the knishes do not disappoint; the best I've ever had. Just do yourself a favor and don't make the mistake of ordering a corned beef and Swiss on rye...and when the staff tells you no, challenge them by saying, "What is this? A Jewish deli?" Yeah, true story, faux pas by one of my Italian friends who proceeded outside, looked up at the sign that clearly reads "kosher deli", and couldn't walk back in out of embarrassment. Kosher delis will not mix meat and cheese, so if that's your jam, hop back in your buggy and head to the next feeding hole. read more

Zan's Kosher Deli - Hot pastrami on whole wheat, Potato Knish - Kosher Near Me - Lake Grove, New York

Lake Grove Kosher Deli has crispy hotdogs full meat sandwiches home made soup s daily specials , in a little standard restaurant. A cashier with really bright red hair a pleasant but slow waitress and a girl in the front counter who was close enough to our booth to ask to check where our Oder was. There's an Italian restaurant and a Paneras in same shopping center and an ihop adjacent in the shopping center. nice to have a deli choice as well. read more

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Chicken Caesar salad wrap is phenomenal and it's a very nice place to sit down and eat especially when they run deals for dining in.

Let me start by saying I've been to Zans a few times. Most of the time the food is good. This past Saturday 11/2/24 my husband and I went in for a late lunch. Right after we ordered a group of 4 men came into the restaurant and sat across from our table in a booth. One of the men brought his dog. I have nothing against service dogs but this was not a service dog. The man proceeds to allow the dog to sit on the bench of the booth and shares his food with the dog who is licking it off the table!! I'm certain this is against the board of health guidelines. I'm not the type of person to make a scene in a restaurant however I will report this and I'm writing this review to give anyone with a dog allergy a heads up that it possible a dog was sitting where you're now sitting and licking the table you're eating from. Disgusting. We will not be going back ever! And the bathrooms were gross!!! read more

Just ordered from zans, my son found 2 hairs in his pastrami sandwich, my corn beef was tasteless like boiled meat, pickles were gross and the Kinsh was nasty.. overpriced disgusting food! Don't waste your money!! read more

Zan's is a decent place. It really depends on what you get. In the pictures shown above, I got buffalo wings and the Alanza chicken cutlet sandwich. My problem is that I ordered 'buffalo' wings as written on the menu but the actual flavor wasn't buffalo at all but a tangy barbecue which was very disappointing. They also didn't have ranch or blue cheese which I understand why they don't but it's still disappointing regardless. The Alanza sandwich however was fantastic. Chicken cutlet, mayo, pickles, lettuce, tomato and ketchup. A very good sandwich with plenty of meat, soft bread and a healthy amount of vegetables. The service was pretty good as well. Our waitress was very kind and energetic which was nice. Overall this place is like a 7/10 for me. Their menu items are VERY hit or miss though. read more

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The food was not that good. The potato pancakes were inedible . Corned beef was at best eh... the chopped liver platter was amazingly good but that was it.. read more

I short time ago I was reading a positve (at least about the food) Yelp review by my dear friend Lori B. and I realized it had been years since I've been to Zans. Today I knew my husband and I would be up by the mall so I went to Zan's website to review menu and print out the discount coupon. It's a great deal for Sunday, buy one get one free! You can't beat that deal! They have specials and discounts on select days. So after shopping hubby and I head on over to Zans escorted by our appetites. We were warmly greeted and were led to the dining area in the back. It's a quieter spot and more spacious than the front where the diner like seating is. We immediately were given water, pickles and coleslaw. Thank you, we were hungry. The helper was Omar, we know him from another restaurant. He is such a nice hardworking young man. Our server cheerfully walked over and introduced herself as Crystal. She proceeded to explain the menu and coupon in a very patient professional manner. She was an absolute pleasure and she gave us extra napkins without asking. That makes me very happy. Lol. Hubby and I ordered the same thing, lean cornbeef ( the only read meat I eat) on rye, swiss cheese, sauerkraut and dressing on the side. Mustard already on table. Also well done fries to share, it was plenty. Done perfect! Omar brought over more coleslaw. Thank you! The cornbeef sandwich was awesome and definitely a generous portion. Totally satisfied our appetites. My husband brought to my attention that the sauerkraut and swiss were sparse, and he was right but if they put much more on this sandwich you wouldn't be able to hold it. Keep in mind that this is not a fancy place. It's the type of deli / restaurant that you order your meal , talk a little and go. Exactly what we wanted since we were tired and my husband was looking forward to getting home, snuggling on couch and watching the taped Giants game. Lol. But keep in mind that there is a large room in back with a giant flat screen that would be perfect for parties and large families. I want to thank Crystal for being a doll. She is an asset to this establishment! I told her I was reading the Yelp reviews and on several of them they mention a nasty women server. While walking in I was praying I wouldn't be matched with her. I said to Crystal "You obviously are not the nasty women server." She laughed and said "No that's not me." Well thanks again Crystal, we'll be back with the elders. I'm sure they'll appreciate a generous meal from you extensive menu and of course we will be requesting you!!! read more

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1st Visit to Zan's it was a Sunday afternoon & it was pretty busy. They have a Sunday brunch for $23 per person. We opted to have a light lunch. We had Pastrami & Turkey Sandwich which were delicious. Potato pancake was dry & lacked salt. Kreplach soup could of been hotter. Great place to come visit read more

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It's been a year since I have been here. No one was dining in, so we decided to eat at a table rather than in the car. Staff was masked Ordered both the pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, same good quality. Made the mistake of ordering fries, just terrible. My hubby called it dirty oil fries. Friday there is a buy one get one special, take out or dine in. read more

Haven't been there in a while- menu was a lot smaller, prices went up ( dinner for 3 was $118 for sandwiches without the tip) and service was terrible. We got there at 7:45 and close at 9. food came a little bit warmer than room temperature but it was good. We ordered a to go of chicken fingers and fries. I looked at the order when we got home and It was more like popcorn chicken, and all little hard french fries that were hard at the bottom of the barrel. I called this morning and the man how answered was very rude and basically said that is what take out is. I guess our family will be finding a new kosher restaurant to eat in! read more

Zan's Kosher Deli - Fries - Top was take out and bottom was done in - big difference! - Kosher Near Me - Lake Grove, New York

I have gone to Zens so many times in the past and loved it. However Saturday we went to pick up 2 Pastrami Ruebens and 2 potato pancakes. The potato pancakes were awful, way to thick and not cooked all the way through and they didn't give any applesauce. The sandwiches were ok and thats only because the pastrami was lean. There was about a tablespoon of sauerkraut in the sandwiches. They only gave one side of mustard & 1 side of russian dressing for 2 sandwiches and as I stated no applesauce for the potato pancakes. I am willingly to give them one more try because of the past times I have gone but similar recent reviews have me questioning that. I really hope they get back to what they were. If it was my 1st time I wouldn't be going back read more

Oh my. How is this place still in business. I guess people who dine here have no idea what great quality food taste like. Everything was terrible and expensive!!!!!!! I should have definitely read every Yelp review before ordering here. Please take every negative review into consideration before eating from this establishment. read more

Well, after reading some of the reviews, I see the problem -- attention, attention, attention. First, I am a caterer's daughter who catered for a Jewish catering hall for more than 40 years! So, I have a lot of history of my childhood to compare. And, mind you, I lived in New York City for 20 years and often visited the Second Avenue Deli (I lived up the street from them) and was a frequent customer of Katz Deli near Delancey Street. The staff at Zan's were very friendly. We ordered take-out Matzoh ball soup, a third of a pound of pastrami, derma with gravy, and stuffed cabbage. The counter staff were amazed that I, a Black woman, knew exactly what I wanted and that I could name each item that I wanted in about three Yiddish words. Well, when we got to the car, we had the matzoh ball soup but someone else's sandwich order, and none of the other things we ordered. We took the order back and got, what we thought was our original order. But, nay, when we got home, there was gravy and no derma. I called Pat the next day and he told me to pick up what we were missing anytime. After traveling back through Holiday traffic, when I entered the deli, I told the cashier that I was there to pick up the derma/kishka that was left out of our order. She immediately asked if they had taken my name or left a note. I told her that I spoke to Pat and he told me to just pick it up anytime. She looked at me in disbelief until one of the counter clerks told her I was accurate. I was thinking to myself, "How many Black folks would come into a deli and ask for something in three Yiddish names and would know almost your entire menu by experience, even how to make it!" Now, on to the food: The matzoh ball soup was wonderful. Not salty and the matzoh balls are light in texture. The halupki, golubtsi, or stuffed cabbage was good. A little sweet, yet reminded me of my mother's sweet version which was made with raisins and plums. Here they only used sugar. I loved the pastrami. Expensive but good. The derma was very good. I didn't like the collagen skin but could deal with it. Where they lost me was with the gravy -- it was scorched! The earlier order which was remiss, actually gave me the gravy sans the kishka. I kept that gravy because I liked it and, when comparing it to the scorched one, I threw the latter out! I would go back to let these folks earn the other two stars. But they need to up their game. Too many reviews are bringing this place down where, in my opinion, they could redeem themselves. Clean up your act folks. I will be back. read more

Zan's Kosher Delicatessen is hands down one of the best delis on Long Island. The pastrami is amazing, and served in generous portions. The staff was friendly, the service was quick, and the atmosphere felt like home. Zan's is a must-try! read more

Service was fine. Ambience was fine. The Pastrami was slimy. I have never had slimy pastrami. I have had much better supermarket pastrami. Disappointed. read more

Worst service I have experienced in years.10 min waiting at the table. Had to go find the waitress. Took my order incorrectly.

I called the restaurant and discussed ordering a platter for Hanukkah. We went over exactly what we wanted, twice with 2 deferent people!!! We did NOT get what we ordered and Pat, who I assume is the manager, was extremely rude. As I'm trying to nicely explain what was wrong with the order, he hung up on me. We will NEVER cater from them again nor will we ever eat there! Do NOT go there! Sonia read more

Over priced. Corned beef was dry and plain and gave me an awful stomach ache. Server wasn't very pleasant either. I will not be going back here next time I'm in the area. read more

Honest some of the best kosher food I've ever had. From the amazing pastrami and corned beef sandwiches to the kreplach, matzo ball soup, to the pickles and slaw everything was fabulous! read more

Zan's Kosher Deli - Pastrami and corned beef on rye - Kosher Near Me - Lake Grove, New York

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