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Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
Master Critic Reviews (11 Lists)
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.8
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
A long-running Jewish-American deli known for towering sandwiches and soup that tastes like it came from a family kitchen. The menu is broad but the house-cured meats and classic sides are what keep locals lining up. Expect a bustling, no-nonsense room where the food does the talking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastrami on rye, Matzo ball soup, Potato latkes
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.9
What makes it special: One of the Valley’s signature delis with decades-deep local loyalty.
Who should go: Deli lovers, families, and sandwich maximalists.
When to visit: Weekday mornings to dodge the peak lunch rush.
What to order: Pastrami on rye, matzo ball soup, latkes.
Insider tip: Split a sandwich—portions are built for two.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.6
A long-running Northridge deli institution that turns brunch into a comfort-food feast, from lox platters to towering omelets. The room is classic old-school deli, and the kitchen’s reliability is why locals treat it like a weekend tradition.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox, Bagel & Cream Cheese Platter, Matzo Ball Soup & Half Sandwich Combo, Fresh-baked Cinnamon Raisin Bread French Toast
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: A Jewish-deli brunch anchor with decades of high-volume reliability.
Who should go: Deli lovers and big-appetite brunchers
When to visit: Early weekend brunch before noon rush
What to order: Lox platter, French toast, matzo ball soup
Insider tip: Split a bakery basket first—then decide on mains.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.8
A long-running Jewish deli that treats the bagel-and-lox ritual with real seriousness—fresh bagels, classic spreads, and generous fish portions. The bagel options shine most at breakfast and the deli counter, backed by decades of local loyalty and high-volume acclaim. Expect a lively dining room and big-portion energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox appetizer with bagel and cream cheese, Everything bagel toasted with scallion cream cheese, Bagel & nova sandwich with tomato and red onion
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: A San Fernando Valley deli institution serving classic bagel-and-lox at massive scale.
Who should go: Bagel purists, deli lovers, weekend brunch crowds.
When to visit: Early weekday mornings or before weekend rush.
What to order: Lox appetizer on bagel, everything bagel, scallion cream cheese.
Insider tip: Order from the deli counter for the freshest bagels and spreads.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.8
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
Family Friendly Favorites
A San Fernando Valley institution since the late 1960s, delivering big, New York–style deli sandwiches with careful meat slicing and well-seasoned house staples. Expect a busy dining room, polished service for the scale, and consistently strong execution across classics.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastrami on Rye, Reuben, Hot Corned Beef Sandwich
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: Old-school Jewish deli sandwiches executed at destination level.
Who should go: Deli purists, families, and anyone craving a hearty classic.
When to visit: Late morning or early lunch for shortest waits.
What to order: Pastrami on rye, Reuben, hot corned beef sandwich.
Insider tip: Split a hot sandwich and add a matzo ball soup side.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.8
A long-running Northridge institution for classic Jewish deli fare, anchored by house-cured pastrami and towering sandwiches. The dining room hums all day, making it a reliable celebratory spot for family milestones and weekend brunch blowouts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Black Pastrami Reuben, Latke & Blintz Sampler, Matzo Ball Soup
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 7.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: Decades-deep deli craft with LA-legend pastrami at scale.
Who should go: Families celebrating big milestones.
When to visit: Weekend brunch early to beat waits.
What to order: Black pastrami Reuben, matzo ball soup, latkes.
Insider tip: Ask for a booth on busy mornings—worth the short wait.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.7
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Pet Friendly Paradise
A long-running Northridge institution for towering Jewish deli sandwiches, brisk breakfast plates, and classic soups. The room feels old-school and busy, and the food lands with the confidence of decades of repetition.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hot Pastrami Sandwich, Matzo Ball Soup, Corned Beef Reuben
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.9
What makes it special: Since 1969, it’s the Valley’s benchmark for deli craft and portion heft.
Who should go: Deli devotees and anyone craving a serious sandwich.
When to visit: Late breakfast or early lunch to beat peak waits.
What to order: Pastrami, matzo ball soup, black-and-white cookie.
Insider tip: Split a sandwich if you’re not ready for a mountain.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.8
A classic Jewish deli that still feels lively and current thanks to its constant buzz and towering, meticulously built sandwiches. The lines move fast, the soups hit hard, and the house-baked breads keep regulars coming back week after week.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastrami Reuben, Matzo Ball Soup, Black-and-White Cookie
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: An LA deli institution with scale-level consistency and old-school craft.
Who should go: Deli lovers, families, and sandwich maximalists.
When to visit: Weekday late breakfast to dodge peak lines.
What to order: Pastrami Reuben, matzo ball soup, chopped liver.
Insider tip: Split a hot sandwich and add a side soup—portions are huge.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.7
A longtime Valley anchor for towering Jewish-deli sandwiches and old-school comfort, where the pastrami stays peppery, the matzo ball soup hits the right note, and the line never really scares anyone off. Even with its fame, it still functions like a neighborhood diner for Northridge regulars. Reliable, generous, and built for cravings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Black pastrami Reuben, Matzo ball soup, Corned beef sandwich
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: Iconic deli cooking that’s stayed excellent for decades.
Who should go: Deli purists, families, and anyone chasing comfort.
When to visit: Weekend brunch if you don’t mind a wait.
What to order: Pastrami Reuben, matzo ball soup, corned beef.
Insider tip: Split a sandwich—portions are legit two-meal size.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
9.0
A long-running Jewish deli institution with an encyclopedia menu and nonstop lunch energy. The draw is old-school deli craft—hand-cut pastrami, soulful soups, and generous plates that keep locals and CSUN crowds coming back.
Must-Try Dishes:
Black Pastrami Reuben, Latke & Blintz Sampler, Split Pea Soup
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 9.1
What makes it special: One of LA’s most respected delis, serving legacy-quality pastrami since 1967.
Who should go: Deli lovers, executives, and groups craving a hearty lunch.
When to visit: Weekday late morning to beat the noon rush.
What to order: Black Pastrami Reuben, latke sampler, split pea soup.
Insider tip: Ask for half-sandwich + soup combo for a faster, office-friendly lunch.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.8
A long-running Northridge institution for classic Jewish-American deli fare done with care and huge portions. The kitchen handles gluten-free bread swaps smoothly, so you can go deep on stacked sandwiches without feeling like you’re ordering off-menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Corned beef on gluten-free rye-style bread, Matzo ball soup, Potato latkes with applesauce
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Massive, old-school deli menu with reliable gluten-free bread swaps.
Who should go: Deli lovers, families, and anyone craving hearty classics
When to visit: Late breakfast or early lunch to beat the rush
What to order: GF corned beef sandwich, matzo ball soup, latkes
Insider tip: Ask for extra pickles and a side of house mustard—worth it.
Brent's Delicatessen & Restaurant
8.8
A classic Jewish deli that’s been a Northridge anchor since 1967, known for towering sandwiches and old-school comfort plates. The menu is big, portions are generous, and families come for reliable hits like corned beef, matzo ball soup, and all-day breakfast.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hot Pastrami Sandwich on Rye, Matzo Ball Soup, Black & White Cookie
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: A decades-deep deli institution with massive volume-proven consistency.
Who should go: Families craving hearty deli comfort.
When to visit: Weekend brunch or early dinner.
What to order: Pastrami sandwich, matzo ball soup, latkes.
Insider tip: Split a sandwich—portions easily feed two.