Our Story
Since 1923, Famous 4th Street Delicatessen has been a Philadelphia landmark and one of the best Jewish delis in Philadelphia. Nestled in the heart of Queen Village, we serve up authentic Jewish comfort food with big-city flair and old-world heart. From hand-sliced pastrami on rye to matzoh ball soup made from scratch, every bite honors a tradition nearly a century old. Whether you're grabbing lunch on South Street or bringing home a nosh for the holidays, you're part of our extended deli family.
Our Meats & Sandwiches
We craft it all in-house, the traditional way. Our sandwiches are piled high with brined corned beef, house-smoked pastrami, or hand-roasted brisket. Served on fresh rye with deli mustard — just like we've done for generations.
Soups That Soothe
Whether it's our matzoh ball soup, chicken noodle, or kreplach, our broths are slow-simmered daily. Comfort in a bowl, made with care.
We Pickle Our Own Corned Beef
No deli visit is complete without our signature house-pickled meats. We pickle our own corned beef using a spice blend passed down through generations. It's slow-brined, tender, and full of bold, zesty flavor.
Baked Fresh In-House Daily
Our bakery turns out daily favorites like challah bread, rugelach, hamantaschen, and our famous black & white cookies. Every batch is made from scratch, in-house, to preserve the quality and authenticity you expect from the best.
Our Location
Located steps from South Street in Queen Village since 1923, Famous 4th Street Deli is a Philly tradition. Locals and visitors alike come here for a taste of NYC-style Jewish deli classics, without leaving town.
Why Locals Love Us
From weekday lunch rushes to weekend brunch with family, our dining room has seen it all. We're proud to be part of Philly's Jewish culinary heritage — and your favorite neighborhood deli.