Langer's Delicatessen
A historic Westlake deli famous for its hot pastrami on rye.
The call
Worth it if you are watching the budget and you only have one day.
Why
- 01
Old-school, no-nonsense and proud of one thing it does better than almost anywhere: the pastrami.
Our read - 02
A daytime LA institution, though the surrounding MacArthur Park area and limited hours need planning.
Our read
Is it a fit?
Go if
You are watching the budget
On a budget, Langer's Delicatessen still earns its price.
You only have one day
Even on a tight schedule, Langer's Delicatessen earns the hours.
You are traveling with kids
With kids, Langer's Delicatessen works.
You are traveling as a couple
As a couple, Langer's Delicatessen works.
What to order
The plates that decide it
- The #19 pastrami sandwich — the signature; the entire reason to come
- Plain hot pastrami on rye — reliable if you want it simpler
- Filler diner sides — skip them and save room for the sandwich
Plan it well
- Cost
- Affordable / moderate
- Allow
- 45 min – 1 hour
Ready to plan it?
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Sources and method (3)
- Westlake deli famous for the #19 (hot pastrami, cole slaw, Swiss, Russian dressing on rye); a two-time James Beard America's Classics winner and Michelin Bib Gourmand honoree. langersdeli.com ↗
- Celebrated its 79th anniversary on June 17, 2026. langersdeli.com ↗
- en.wikipedia.org ↗