Manny's Coffee Shop and Deli

Manny's Coffee Shop and Deli Reviews

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• Pastrami and corned beef combo with a potato pancake 👌

  by Mark B.

  
  

• Delicious soups - both matzo ball and kreplach. The Turkey Pastrami sandwich is outstanding, but half a sandwich is plenty when combined with soup and a potato pancake

  by Rick M

  
  

• Awful food. Hot food was not hot. Bland meatloaf, bland gravy. Cookie so hard that it literally hurt the inside of my mouth.

  by Kirstjen L.

  
  

• Hailing from the NYC area of Jewish deli's, Manny's holds it weight. The sandwiches are loaded high, the meat tender and full of flavor, and the bread is not dry. Highly recommended!

  by Steve H.

  
  

• If you’re heading there for breakfast, we suggest the eggs or French toast—mostly because either is served with Manny's famous corned beef, pastrami, salami or turkey. Oh, and ask for an extra latke.

  by PureWow

  
  

• Everything here is good, but never seems quite on par with New York delis. The pastrami and corned beef have great flavor, but can be too chewy or dry.

  by Phil Katz

  
  

• The torchbearer for a dying breed of Jewish delis and diners in Chicago, Manny's has endured for more than a half-century in the South Loop thanks to massive and delicious pastrami sandwiches.

  by Eater

  
  

• Cafeteria style but everything has great flavor.

  by David L

  
  

• Really authentic old school vibe.

  by Mike L

  
  

• A Sandwich and soda for $18+? Yup. It's a deli, not magic. Very large portions.

  by Kevin M.

  
  

• Had their Reuben sandwich, it was amazing!

  by Linda A.

  
  

• Pastrami sandwich is superb.

  by Thomas J

  
  

• I had the corned beef sandwich with the potato pancake. The corned beef was flavorful and juicy. The pancake was also great.

  by Rigo B

  
  

• An excellent Chicago experience. I recommend the corned beef and kreplach soup.

  by Brian S.

  
  

• The corned beef is insane. Don't forget: every portion is enough for 2!

  by Louis Klieger

  
  

• corned beef benedict!

  by Tiffany P

  
  

• Get a half pastrami / corned beef sandwich and a potato pancake!

  by Nicholas P.

  
  

• Best Potato Pancake ever !

  by Barbara M

  
  

• Very fatty peppery pastrami

  by Shinji K.

  
  

• You haven't had a Reuben sandwich til you've had it here

  by Patrice J

  
  

• Corn beef sandwich

  by Levy R

  
  

• Man it's an awesome experience to visit a landmark, I love it . Ps. Bring your pocket book 😄

  by Jim J

  
  

• Classic Jewish deli, first rate corned beef.

  by Angus R.

  
  

• Classic Chicago establishment. Rub elbows with anyone who's anyone. Try the corned beef on rye. Pass on the potato pancake. Chicken noodle soup, Eli's cheesecake, spaghetti, and a Green River.

  by Amy G.

  
  

• Great for breakfast or lunch.

  by Ricky S.

  
  

• OMFG! Always insanely good! A bit pricey, but worth the price!

  by Michael L.

  
  

• Order the pot roast!

  by Salomon Mervich

  
  

• High prices, but the pastrami and brisket sandwiches are excellent.

  by David M.

  
  

• Pastrami!!!!

  by Gregory R.

  
  

• The cornbeef sandwich was the best - enough for 2 people or save some for later....potato pancake, bread pudding & Diet Coke.

  by Julie P

  
  

• Awesome throw back restaurant. Hasn't changed since the 1960s and the corned beef is out of this world.

  by Elizabeth L.

  
  

• Can't resist the chicken pot pie and the rad old dude hospitality.

  by Samantha R.

  
  

• Check out Manny's Cafeteria and Delicatessen as seen on Best Thing I Ever Ate , You Gotta Eat Here

  by TV Food Maps

  
  

• Corned beef done right!

  by Vicky K.

  
  

• Best pastrami sandwich ever!

  by Stephan G.

  
  

• Try half Pastrami and half Corned Beef. Just ask!

  by Miguel G.

  
  

• Try something from "You Gotta Eat Here!": Presidential Special, Knish, or Kugel

  by Rick J.

  
  

• Pastrami corned beef et al. Traditional Jewish deli. Don't forget the chocolate cake.

  by Jeff C.

  
  

• Manny's is not a flashy place, but the food is comforting, the portions are huge and prices are reasonable.

  by Chicagoist

  
  

• Awesome Corn Beef sandwiches and with a potato pancake ;)

  by Maricela Contreras Gonzalez

  
  

• In my opinion...not all its cracked up to be. Expensive.

  by Shyla J.

  
  

• Don't even mess around: the potato pancakes and apple sauce are a divine combo.

  by Nic R.

  
  

• Old School Delicatessen...Bring an appetite! Absolutely beautiful!

  by Clint H.

  
  

• Bring the kids Saturday afternoons with Jeff Bibik for Magic and balloons. Good times and amazing food!

  by Amy S.

  
  

• Try the Corned Beef Sandwich - Potato pancake and bread pudding as well. Delicious.

  by Greyhawk68

  
  

• The Beef Brisket had it going on enough to keep me coming back

  by Ron M.

  
  

• Bring a hearty appetite!

  by Renée H.

  
  

• Great Corned Beef!!!

  by Dante' C

  
  

• The knish--mashed potatoes surrounding a succulent mound of meat--is incomparable.

  by Renée H.

  
  

• You can't go wrong with the combo (corned beef & pastrami). A must have if in Chicago, try Manny's.

  by Leon T.

  
  

• Of all the corned beef sandwiches you can get in town, none has quite the same reputation as the one you'll find at Manny's.

  by Serious Eats

  
  

• Try the corn beef on rye! Out of this world!

  by Cheryl G.

  
  

• The Half and Half (Pastrami, Corned Beef) on Rye is my favorite. The Short Ribs and Veal Breast are also great.

  by Jay Franks

  
  

• Fabulous meat sandwiches, need new approach for water. Cone chalices are not cutting it.

  by Jamie M.

  
  

• Potato pancakes. Pastrami. Chopped Liver. Heaven !

  by Jon B.

  
  

• Come on, Manny's! $2.50?!! 4 one potato?!! Really?!! -____-

  by Yvonne

  
  

• Like a school cafeteria and expensive....won't be back !!!

  by Kirk A.

  
  

• My six year old son gave Manny's Deli the highest compliment. He said "It's better than McDonald's!" Whoa!

  by Lina G.

  
  

• don't get anything else besides the Corned Beef sandwich. it's one of the most famous sandwiches in the world, so don't miss out!

  by Phil B.

  
  

• Try the mushrooms (via @Foodspotting)

  by Greyhawk68

  
  

• Try the Corned Beef On Rye W/ Pickle - #horseradish (via @Foodspotting)

  by Greyhawk68

  
  

• A little overpriced, but the food is the kind that sinks in your gut like a brick. Enjoy the waddle home!

  by Jared P.

  
  

• Corned Beef

  by Ben M.

  
  

• Get the beef stew or a corned beef sandwich. The best!

  by Veronica

  
  

• Come for breakfast and get the breakfast Reuben. It's delicious!

  by Monica B.

  
  

• Excellent cornbeef 2 people can eat off one sandwich or save the other half for lunch or dinner. Very please.

  by Latasha O.

  
  

• In this city, corned beef on rye spells clout, and Manny’s packs enough briny beef to feed a ward.

  by Chicago magazine

  
  

• Stop in this coffee shop and deli for a corned beef sandwich lunch! Manny's staff says it's a local favorite.

  by Explore Chicago

  
  

• If you wanna see a freak show skip the circus and come to Manny's

  by Steve M.

  
  

• Come here and get a sandwich the size of your face.

  by Brianna R.

  
  

• Marcus talked about the 1968 Democratic National Convention protests with retired officer Tom Fuller. Manny's is known for its killer pastrami and potato pancakes.

  by Travel Channel

  
  

• Simply put... THE BEST CORNED BEEF IN DA WORLD!!!!

  by Michael B.

  
  

• Find out which president thinks Manny's is Chicago's hottest spot. Discover other celebrity hangouts on SpotDash:

  by SpotDash

  
  

• The legendary South Loop spot sells its pancakes on the cafeteria line and markets dry mixes you can take home for $5. (We won't tell Bubbe you didn't grate those potatoes yourself, promise.)

  by Time Out Chicago Kids

  
  

• Try to avoid coming in between 12:15-1... if you're looking to avoid the crowds that is... but right after that things are pretty clear starting around 1:00.

  by Kevin B.

  
  

• Not only does Manny's have great food, they also serve delicious coffee!

  by Roosevelt Collection

  
  

• Don't even play around: get the corned beef on rye.

  by Amy G.

  
  

• The noodle kugel is legit.

  by Gillie K.

  
  

• Get the BLT or their signature corned beef w/ 2 extra slices of rye! Your sandwich will come w/ enough meat to make an extra sandwich for later!

  by Roosevelt Collection

  
  

• Serves up a legendary corned beef, though I’m partial to their pastrami. @MayorEmanuel had his last meal at Manny’s before descending into the time vortex that claimed him.http://bit.ly/v5tg6p

  by Simon & Schuster M.

  
  

• Pastrami and Motzaball soup!

  by James M.

  
  

• ....overpriced and horrible. Salad is disgusting. Large portions for fat people. And that idiot Obama likes it.

  by Kevin L.

  
  

• The sandwich is big as the place - the corn beef is the bomb. I suggest not going at lunch time - it gets grouped quickly - so go a little early.

  by Levy R.

  
  

• Beef stew - just like Momma makes. It's actually a little better!

  by wigtron

  
  

• Legendary venue frequented by Obama and his campaign team.

  by Steve B.

  
  

• The Mac & Cheese may look strange, but its awesome!

  by Jenni L.

  
  

• Free potato pancake when you check in and order a sandwich or entree!

  by LisaAnn

  
  

• Potato cakes, matzoh ball soup and hot corned beef on rye as well as hob-nobbing w/the politicos -- just make sure you call a cab from Flash before you're done! (via Scoville)

  by Chris B.

  
  

• Try a half and half (pastrami and corn beef) on an onion roll. If your lucky Gino will be there to serve and entertain.

  by Jack S.

  
  

• Try a half and half (pastrami and corn beef) on an onion roll. If your lucky Gino will be there to serve and entertain.

  by Jack S.

  
  

• Get the corn beef its good

  by Andy S.

  
  

• Breakfast Reuben. Nothing more needs to be said.

  by Rudy

  
  

• Try the Corned Beef Sandwich and spot it on Foodspotting!

  by Matt R.

  
  

• Try the Reuben Sandwich and spot it on Foodspotting!

  by Matt R.

  
  

• You have to try the often overlooked short ribs. They're amazing.

  by Albert Y.

  
  

• Corned beef

  by Andrew R

  
  

• Often overlooked but should never be forgotten: turkey pastrami on rye.

  by Catherine M.

  
  

• Pastrami on Rye...there is no need for the rest of the menu. It's all you need

  by Ross W. B.

  
  

• The meatloaf is a must try.

  by Tiffany M.

  
  

• Mushroom barley soup....mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

  by Dave K.

  
  

• Picked up corned beef and cabbage for dinner tonight... Wish they had cut the corned beef thicker, but I'm sure it'll be yummy!!

  by Elizabeth T.

  
  

• Tough call to pick either corned beef or pastrami...so ask for both!

  by Geoff K.

  
  

• Stands up next to any corned beef on the planet. The Best Order: 1/2 Corned Beef on rye with matzoh ball soup and a potato pancake (add applesauce)

  by @Yogurteur

  
  

• Everyone loves the corned beef, but next time try something original like beef stew or meat loaf.

  by Matt R.

  
  

• Really scare the cardiologist: when getting the corned beef and potato pancake, order a Kishke w/gravy plus rice pudding for dessert (just don't do it too often and you'll probably live).

  by Leo K.

  
  

• Pretty simple...corned beef sandwiches that make cardiologists cringe

  by Jonathan L.