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Which Is The Best Value
Brent's Deli delivers the undisputed best value in town thanks to its towering, two-meal portions.
Here is how each spot breaks down on price, portion size, and worth for your dollar:
1
Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant
Famed across the country and backed by a Michelin Bib Gourmand, this landmark serves what many critics consider the absolute gold standard of deli meat. The iconic #19 Pastrami Sandwich with Swiss, slaw, and Russian dressing on warm, crusty double-baked rye runs around $28. It sits at $$ — about $32 a head, which is a fair price for world-class craftsmanship and premium brisket cuts.
2
Canter's Deli
Operating on Fairfax since 1931, this 24-hour institution is celebrated for its bustling retro energy and enormous menu of Jewish deli staples. The Fairfax sandwich combo and pastrami reubens hover around $23 to $26 and come piled thick with house-cured meats. At $$ — about $28 a head, it offers solid, reliable value for late-night cravings and generous comfort-food portions.
3
Brent's Deli
The overall value winner, this bustling Valley staple has earned top rankings from Zagat and the Los Angeles Times for decades. The Black Pastrami Reuben ($26) is monumental, stacked high with tender spiced pastrami, melted Swiss, and sauerkraut on grilled rye, and it easily feeds two people. Running $$ — about $30 a head, it is a certified steal for a sandwich that effortlessly stretches into lunch tomorrow.
4
Factor's Famous Deli
A Pico-Robertson pillar since 1948, Factor's is renowned for its warm family atmosphere and comforting deli platters. The Corned Beef Special and crispy, golden potato latkes consistently satisfy regulars who pack the sunny dining room. Priced at $$ — about $28 a head, it represents great neighborhood value with hearty plate portions and complimentary pickle bowls.
5
Wexler's Deli
Chef Micah Wexler brought old-school curing and applewood smoking traditions back to DTLA inside the vibrant Grand Central Market. The O.G. Pastrami sandwich on rye is hand-sliced to order and priced around $16 to $19. At $ — about $19 a head, it is the lowest out-of-pocket spend on the list, making it a great budget-friendly pick for high-quality artisan pastrami, though portions are standard single-meal size.
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