Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen
A family-run Jewish deli dating back to 1942, featuring a cafeteria-style line and famous corned beef sandwiches.
Dating back to 1942 and still run by the Raskin family, Manny's is one of Chicago's largest and most renowned Jewish-style delis (though not kosher). It has long served as a gathering spot for local politicians and gained national attention as a favorite haunt of Barack Obama. The restaurant operates as a cafeteria-style line, with the stars of the show being the massive corned beef and pastrami sandwiches, often paired with potato pancakes and matzo ball soup. Breakfast is served until 1:30 PM. Closed on Mondays, no reservations are needed, and it gets quite busy during lunch; some reviews note that it can be on the pricier side.
Opening hours
Tue-Sat 8:00-19:30; Sun 8:00-15:30; Closed Mon
Nearby sights
- Jane Addams Hull-House Museum
- Willis Tower Skydeck
- Rookery Building
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- Chinatown, Chicago
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Chicago Theatre
- Chicago Cultural Center