Katz's Delicatessen is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

1. Katz's Delicatessen

9.0
205 E Houston St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Lower East Side · 1447 tips and reviews

Lee M.Lee Milstein: Corned Beef & Pastrami on Rye w Coleslaw & Russian. You won't be sorry.

Vic C.Vic C.: To die for Pastrami on Rye...well worth any wait

Yesbelt F.Yesbelt Fernandez: Pastrami on rye with mustard and coleslaw -the best way to get it.

2nd Ave Deli is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

2. 2nd Ave Deli

8.6
162 E 33rd St (btw 3rd & Lexington Ave), New York, NY
Jewish Restaurant · Rose Hill · 180 tips and reviews

New York ObserverNew York Observer: Hands down, the best place to get a pastrami on rye on this island of ours. Read more.

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A perfect lunch to split for two – the best Matzoh Ball Soup in the city, followed by Pastrami on Rye and pickles on the side.

Douglas EllimanDouglas Elliman: An authentic kosher deli that has remained consistent since 1954- great for catering events or just strolling in for the best Challah and Rye. We love getting our pastrami fix here!

Orwasher's Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

3. Orwasher's Bakery

8.7
308 E 78th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Bakery · Upper East Side · 87 tips and reviews

Paul T.Paul Tepper: Chewy donuts filled to order - amazing. Ale bread made w/Sixpoint Otis Stout - great. Seeded NY Rye - awesome. Wish this was in my hood. Worth a stop anytime you're in the UES.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: An over 90-year-old bakery with some great, uncommon breads. Wine breads, ryes, and sourdoughs are very nice.

Gi E.Gi Edgington: Best rye bread ever.

Ivan Ramen is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

4. Ivan Ramen

8.0
25 Clinton St (btwn Stanton & E Houston St), New York, NY
Ramen Restaurant · Lower East Side · 326 tips and reviews

Gary T.Gary Toriello: Spicy Red Chili Ramen - dashi + chicken broth, minced pork, smashed egg & rye noodles.

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The Spicy Red Chili Ramen is one of the best ramens you'll have! Dashi + chicken broth, minced pork, smashed egg, rye noodle and fully loaded with egg, pork chashu, & roast tomato.

Christina C.Christina Chin: Got latke app, was good but the roe was too big for me and strong dill taste. Shoyu was tasty, really love the rye noodles. Friendly staff

2nd Ave Deli is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

5. 2nd Ave Deli

8.0
1442 1st Ave (at E 75th St), New York, NY
Deli · Upper East Side · 54 tips and reviews

Adam S.Adam Siemiginowski: Triple Decker #3 with pastrami, tongue and salami on rye is killer, and huge. You're a champ if you eat it alone.

R K.R K: Matzah ball soup and pastrami on rye.. true goodness!

Nina L.Nina LoSchiavo: Authentic food but incredibly pricey. For $16.95, I think I need to find another place that makes a mean pastrami on rye...

On the Rocks is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

6. On the Rocks

8.5
696 10th Ave (btwn 48th & 49th St.), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Hell's Kitchen · 47 tips and reviews

Kim C.Kim Colaprete: Discovered via Yelp! & fell in love. Best brown liquor troves anywhere. Jeff the bartender will not steer you wrong. Loved all his suggestions. If you love bourbons, scotches & ryes - you must try!

Eric T.Eric Tash: Very quaint and unassuming place in HK. My coworker brought me here and immediately feel in love. Extensive whiskey and rye selection. Highly recommend if you're a connoisseur or novice.

Wesley B.Wesley Bliss: The only whiskey hold out in Midtown West worth patronizing. Well thought scotch & rye selections, good music (usually something Sinatra esque), and some surprises that are not on the menu (just ask).

Fabrique Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

7. Fabrique Bakery

9.0
348 W 14th St (9th Ave), New York, NY
Bakery · West Village · 32 tips and reviews

A Z.A Zakheim: This bakery is a gem. The rye bread is dense and rich. Try everything.

A Z.A Zakheim: Best rye bread and crisps

Lori S.Lori Sherman: Rye bread, chocolate chip cookie & seed crackers, all delicious

Breads Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

8. Breads Bakery

9.3
18 E 16th St (btwn Union Sq W & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Bakery · Union Square · 333 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: An Israeli import with serious rye bread and especially buttery chocolate babka.

Sarah F. P.Sarah F. Parsons: The rye breads are 7.50$. And not different from the bigger Eli's Health Loaf! For 4.50$!

JeffreyJeffrey: Scandinavian rye loaves, airy cheese straws, tender poppyseed hamantaschen, city’s best chocolate babka. Sandwich: the harissa-fueled potato-and-tomato-studded Tunisian tuna on house-baked ciabatta.

Little Branch is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

9. Little Branch

8.8
20 7th Ave S (at Leroy St), New York, NY
Speakeasy · West Village · 336 tips and reviews

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Order a silver rye fizz. They're excellent here.

MaggieMaggie: Indecisive? Tell a bartender what you like. Week from hell? A stiff rye is better than a good cry!

Giulio d.Giulio del Bufalo: Get there early to grab one of the cool tables in the back. Rye Fizz was delicious.

Zabar's is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

10. Zabar's

9.0
2245 Broadway (at W 80th St), New York, NY
Food and Beverage Retail · Upper West Side · 216 tips and reviews

@AriannaVarella@AriannaVarella: Lemon and pepper chicken breast with signature rye bread makes a perfect sandwich. Yum

Dom C.Dom C: Fresh and yummy bread! Ask them to slice it for you. We liked the Jewish rye.

Netto R.Netto Rocha: Corner beef on rye

Empire Diner is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

11. Empire Diner

8.1
210 10th Ave (btwn 22nd St & 23rd St), New York, NY
Diner · Chelsea · 127 tips and reviews

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: The patty melt is “refined but not annoyingly so, ... while also insuring the correct balance of crunch (toasted rye) and ooze (Swiss cheese and caramelized onions).” Read more.

Ms H.Ms Helene: Gravlax with hummus on rye with pickles, 1 big slice $10. Poached tuna nicoise $16, dry tuna

Ashley V.Ashley Velazquez: If you’re looking for an old school diner, you won’t find that here. It’s more of an old school design with a new age menu. The rye pancakes are delicious!

Ole & Steen is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

12. Ole & Steen

8.9
873 Broadway (at E 18th St), New York, NY
Café · Flatiron District · 22 tips and reviews

Globetrottergirls D.Globetrottergirls Dani: Fantastic European-style bakery. Everything here is amazing - pick up some rye bread, treat yourself to some pastries. If you’re overwhelmed by the large selection, go for the old-fashioned social.

John C.John Cline: The cinnamon social is one of the best pastries I've ever had. Get one and share with a friend!

Natalie K.Natalie K: The cinnamon rolls...omg.

Ole & Steen is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

13. Ole & Steen

8.4
80 W 40th St (Bryant Park), New York, NY
Café · Garment District · 11 tips and reviews

Leslie T.Leslie T: Great loaves of fresh rye bread! Get the chicken open-face rye sandwich!

Oliver D.Oliver Delgado: Get your coffee at La Colombe to avoid the slow service. The cinnamon social is a good pick if you’re getting snacks for the office.

John G.John Garcia: Best hot chocoate i’ve had. 💕

Smush is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

14. Smush

7.9
44 Union Sq E (E 17th St), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · Garment District · 11 tips and reviews

Dan F.Dan Fischer: His place is unreal! Customizable Ice Cream Sandwiches!! Try the Strawberries on Rye if you like Red Velvet! The French Toast Cookies will change your life!

Tina L.Tina Loveland: Everyone at Smush was so friendly and my sandwich was delicious. Definitely got rid of my case of the Mondays!

Ryan G.Ryan Grevstad: Candy cookie is amazing!

Fig. 19 is one of The 15 Best Places for Rye in New York City.

15. Fig. 19

8.5
131 Chrystie St (btwn Broome & Delancey St), New York, NY
Speakeasy · Lower East Side · 122 tips and reviews

phaedra r.phaedra riley: The Rhapsody in Rye is just...yes. Do it.

Meghan KathleenMeghan Kathleen: Try the Rhapsody in Rye followed by the Ginger Sling. Both deliciously complex and full of flavor.

Salim A.Salim Afiune Maya: Rhapsody in Rye!! (period)