I grew up on West 82nd and Amsterdam, just three blocks from Zabar's. My Irish mother and I would go there about every two weeks for NY Jewish deli 'comfort food,' and so she could try to spot celebrities. Last time I was there was about seven years ago. The little one storefront deli of the 50's and 60's is now about a full block long I think. It was a haven for the European Jews who evaded the Nazis before WWII and who settled on the West Side of Manhattan.
The food was and has always been spectacular, fresh and varied. It is pricey, and it is not just restricted to only Jewish immigrant food - at which it excels. So, try it, you'll like it. Be gorra.
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