Market House Meats

I had an amazing sandwich here today after driving by for so long. It's a simple establishment, the focus is on the food. Despite that, there's a large sitting area. Clean and well lit. Service was fast and friendly. The food is pricey but not normal for Seattle. Everything was delicious and you will definitely not leave hungry. A must visit!

Absolutely amazing find for breakfast and lunch in Seattle. I’m attending a conference at the convention center and this is the most amazing place when you’re craving pastrami or corned beef. Had the pastrami and corn beef on grilled marble rye for lunch and it was some of the best I’ve ever had! I liked it so much. I went back the next day for a breakfast sandwich again I had pastrami and corn beef with egg and cheese on a grilled English muffin. also very tasty with generous amount of meat and flavor. Also, the people there are super nice and helpful and the atmosphere is friendly local and inviting. I highly recommend you give this place a try for breakfast or lunch.

10/10 Found this gem a few blocks from our hotel. Reminds me of the hole in the wall joints growing up in Chicago. Ruben was perfect. Had them make it half corned beef half pastrami. Daughter had the BLT with a ton of bacon. Wife had the breakfast burrito the size of two twin oven babies. Will come back and highly recommended. Come hungry!

This place became an instant favorite. It was so good and they give you SO MUCH FOOD. Your sandwich comes with a huge plate that also offers potato salad, regular salad, 2 pickles, 2 cookies, mayo, mustard, etc. Plus, they really load up your subs here!

Had the pork ribs for my birthday & they were outstanding! Loved every bite. Best part was I had them for the next two days. Most definitely will be ordering more in the future.

Best breakfast sandwich in the city , no argument. I got 3 meats it’s $10.99 they don’t skimp on portions. First time a breakfast sandwich made me full in Seattle. Friendly people, very fast services. The guy working has worked here 19 years You can get more or less meats. 1 meat sandwich is $7.99. Crazy.

First time and Seattle and this place was near my Airbnb. Great option for breakfast. So had them each morning. The staff was always nice and attentive and helpful with recommendations. Breakfast sandwiches was so good and filling.

Market House Meats in downtown Seattle is now my go-to for a serious sandwich fix. The hot pastrami sandwich was incredibly delicious and piled high with meat – a towering stack of tender, juicy perfection that barely fit in my mouth. And that horseradish was HOT (yes, all caps) and added a great kick that cleared my sinuses in the best way possible. The owner himself took my order and was super friendly, making me feel right at home. Casual vibe, playful banter, and mouthwatering eats – consider me a very happy customer who’s already planning my next visit.

Excellent lunch option in the Denny Triangle / Downtown Seattle area. I went here a bit after 1pm and it was not busy. You take a paper menu and pen and indicate your name and order, and hand it to the people behind the counter and they will prepare your order accordingly. After a few minutes, they rang me up and I sat anywhere I wanted. Fairly fast casual ambience I ordered the half grilled Reuben which has corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and thousand island dressing. The half sandwich also comes with potato salad, horseradish, and cookie, on top of a cup of split pea soup. For a solo diner, this is more than enough. Even though the regular sandwich was $22 and the half is $17, the addition of the split pea soup and not having to worry about leftovers was decent. Besides, the portions are huge - you can see the half sandwich has so much meat already! Not only was there a large quantity, but also it was high quality. The meat is smoky and tender, with just the right amount of fat. The sauerkraut was not too strong and mixes well with the thousand island dressing. Pea soup was decent and a good pairing with the sandwich. Overall, this is an excellent lunch spot though only understandably opens during lunch time.

Wow. Cannot get over how awesome this place is. A Seattle institution that I have been wanting to try for at least 6 years. Today was the day. Definitely bring a friend because there's no way you can eat a whole sandwich! The staff were incredibly kind and happily split my friend and i's pastrami sandwich order. The meat was juicy and tender, bread was very substantial and not dry whatsoever, and cheese was perfectly melted. Super old school sort of deli vibe in there, which I really admire. We will be coming back to try one of their dip sandwiches next! Yum.

Large hearty sandwiches. No frills but lots of meat and slightly pricey. Quick friendly service, this place is homey and feels cozy. Loved my breakfast burrito with chorizo and my coworker enjoyed her pastrami sandwich.

The previous visits to Market House Meats were pre-Yelp and during the pandemic, so it was nice to revisit it on 5/24/25. I managed to snag a nearby parking spot and thankfully there was absolutely no line. I placed an order for the pastrami on marbled rye. It's as I remembered it - pastrami and Swiss cheese heated up on the flat top. The shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, and red onion kept separate. Packets of mayonnaise and mustard plus horseradish were provided, plus potato salad, pickle spear, and the token Hydrox cookie. Pretty mammoth, generous takeout that it was easily shared between myself and The Homie. Meaty goodness that allowed each of us to customize it to our liking. Friendly service, no frills interior, and menu items that are major ROI and easily shareable. Put this on your radar screen if you are a sandwich lover that wants major bang for your dining buck in today's economy.

Best Reuben in Seattle! Found this gem on Yelp and it was only 2 blocks from the convention center. You can choose French fries or potato salad as a side. I told the guy I was catching a flight and he kindly wrapped the sandwich in foil. The sandwich was grilled lightly on marble rye and bursting with meat, cheese, sauerkraut and dressing. Friendly staff!

I stopped by Market House Meats last weekend and was welcomed in by the chef himself--super friendly and had great recommendations! He recommended the grilled Reuben sandwich, and wow... it did not disappoint. The sandwich was loaded with meat and packed with flavor. What I really enjoyed was the full meal experience: a fully loaded sandwich, potato salad, and an Oreo cookie on the side. Super random, but hella fire! I think for next time I'll go for the half sandwich. I split my sandwich into two meals and still felt full. Or I'll even try out their other items like their breakfast burrito where you can add pastrami to it. Overall, I really enjoyed this spot as it has that authentic family-owned vibe to it. I'm definitely coming back soon.

I often pass Market House Meats and wonder why I haven't stopped in more often. This time, I made the stop and it was worth it. The place occupies a well traveled corner in the Denny Triangle neighborhood very close to I-5 and has been in business since 1948. The heavy grease on the outside fan vents on the East side of the building speak volumes of Market House Meats focus and longevity. When entering, the first thing that caught my eye was the enormous menu on the back wall offering the classics such as the Reuben, Corned Beef, BBQ Brisket, Pastrami, etc. I would love to one day try each of these but for now I cannot resist their incredible Reuben. As I was enjoying my Reuben at the counter facing a window, I looked at Yelp and realized I had written a review of this place about 9 years ago! The one picture I posted was the exact copy of my meal today! I even took a similar picture today that shows the identical sides that come with the Reuben. This place really doesn't change and that's a good thing when they do something well. The grilled Reuben was served in sturdy partitioned container with potato salad, a dill pickle spear, real horseradish and an Oreo style cookie. The bread was the traditional marbled rye and grilled perfectly. It was very good. The potato salad was a nice change from the juxtaposition of flavors presented in the classic Reuben. The staff were nice and I heard them call out some of the regular customers' names. This place would fit in nicely in any old school metro city in the East coast. Along with a the Reuben and a bottle of Diet Dr Pepper, my meal was complete. The bill with tip was over $32 so that's likely why I don't come here more often. Too bad about the high prices but definitely worth a stop once in awhile.

Good reuben sandwich!! I've always enjoyed a good corned beef or pastrami sandwich and this one is a good Seattle one! I have always passed by this spot on my way to the gym and always have the craving for it on a Sunday when they're closed :) Today I stopped by on a Saturday for a bite! I was a little turned off by the pricing, since its over $20 for a sandwich! But, I will say after having it, it's definitely one that will sit in your stomach for a good while as they pack in the meat! They were not stingy with it! I also liked the potato salad side which was a nice complement to it. Service was super quick too. It's a small shop diner which I do appreciate for its old school feel, I just wish they had better ventilation as all your clothes end up smelling like the griddle. Overall, I won't compare it to a Katz or other NYC staple, but for a local Seattle spot... stop by if you're craving a reuben!

I've been back to Market House Meats and every time the breakfast sandwiches have been so yummy and flavorful. It really is the best breakfast sandwich in Seattle.

Wow this place is amazing! A hidden gem on minor street! The service is incredible!!! It was super busy and even with almost every seat taken the counter server knew exactly who needed to pay and who needed to be served ALL by memory! I swear he didn't write a single thing down! I enjoyed a breakfast sandwich loaded up with multiple proteins. Was soooo delicious! Will def come back for lunch!

Right when you walk in you are greeted with a smile. Super helpful and friendly staff. Everyone laughing and having a good time. Every construction worker in a 10 block radius was there getting lunch. Probably the best sandwich I have ever had!

I love eating at legacy restaurants and MHM did not disappoint. I had the Reuben and the split pea soup. I can't say it was the best resident I have ever had, but it was pretty damn good! Their weakness is the bread. If you've ever eaten at Langer's in LA, they ship in par-baked rye from NYC and it wakes all the difference. Pea soup was more brothy and potato laden than other pea soups. Really nice, especially on a cold day.

Saw this place on YouTube and had to try it out while visiting. The pastrami and the Reuben were great. Nice size portions. The people were very friendly and the food came to us quickly. I would recommend this to any person who loves sandwiches. Nice little area For what I thought was downtown.

I'm sitting at the shop right now eating their reuben sandwich. Sorry but it's just too salty. I think the thousand island sauce made it so. I ended up having to just open the sandwich and ate just the meat that wasn't touched by the sauce. The meat tasted much better and much less salty that way. Maybe i'm just not used to eating salty food but i'd advise you guys to ask for sauce on the side.

I came far to try this Rueben...glad I did! It's no joke!! Ambience? Just how I like my delicatessens! Service? Immediate! I'll be back!!

Must stop. Must visit. Must eat. It's even better cold/next day. This was my last meal before exiting Seattle and I had to stop in to try their Rueben. They do not disappoint. I dropped by just when they were opening and they run like a well oiled machine. Upon entering a greeting of a hearty good morning really brightened my morning. Sandwich took about 10-15 to make considering 2 orders were before me. They take cash/credit card. I pretty much snacked on this throughout the day and wished a bought another and cooler to store the left overs. It is very rich and flavourful. When eaten hot, it was rather oily and fell apart, as it is very heavy- it was impossible to consume as a sandwich. I was still picking at it 8 hours later and it was so delightful cold. In comparison, when hot- it's like soft serve ice cream, one taste the softness and delicate meats. When cold, the meat is more solid and a very nice chew and the sauces solidifies making it more complex. Saw a review earlier about it being cold cut pastrami on a flat top. It's true. It's not cooked and then sliced. It's pre sliced then top flat fried at Market House Meats, very different methods compare to the NYC deli's. Looking forward to visiting again.

Absolutely the best I've had in Seattle (and yes I've had them at New York delis!). My Reuben was just perfect and my friend raved about his corned beef. The fresh horseradish will clear your sinuses immediately. I'll be back, must check out the pastrami next time!!

What a Gem. This is my second time in 3 days having it. And I wish I woulda had it a third time. If you're ever in the area it's a must have, and even calling it a must have is an understatement. Next time I'm in Seattle. I'll be back for a few more lol. Order it as is make no changes and trust the process. ‍‍‍

yummy and fast. always come here for my lunch breaks in slu. they give you potato salad and pickles on the side for free and i love their pastrami dip! service is good too, always nice and chill environment. reminds me of nyc delis.

Best Reuben I've ever had. We got in to Seattle, dropped our bags and went to the closest restaurant. Market House did not disappoint! The sandwich was massive, piping hot and came with spicy horseradish on the side. We will certainly be back this week before we leave.

Quintessential example of don't judge a book by its cover. We had a great meal here sitting at the window - three enormous "today's special" sandwiches and fantastic fries. Hosts could not be nicer or work harder. Take my money! We'll definitely be back.

Amazing service and amazing ruben sandwich! This place is hidden in the far corner near the freeway but I will always go out of my way to this place if I am in town. Authentic and tasty, Great balance in flavors. I highly recommend this local joint with so much history.

If you ever wondered about that shop right before getting on i5 it's a must try! Corned beef sandwich comes with alot of meat! Will have to come back to try the rest of the menu.

What a fantastic no frills establishment! Absolutely loved the Reuben sandwich here. A bit greasy but we all wolfed ours down in record time. I got the half sandwich half soup (split pea) -- I was pleasantly surprised there was meat in the soup too. I thought the soup was fine but nothing crazy special. Definitely a fan of the sandwich and I'll have try a new type next time I'm here.

Second time was just as great as the first. The Reuben is by far one of the best I have eaten. Warning...it can be a hot mess, but doesn't that contribute to the flavor and texture and wonderful experience? MHM makes sandwiches with love and passion! Keep up the great work!

Fast food style, small number of seats but you don't eat here and stay long. Got a half sandwich with the grilled Reuben, yum! Food came fast.

Meat-a-tarian Heaven! I ordered 3 Ruben sandwiches! 2 Regular and 1 no bread on salad! Home run hit at work with boss & co-workers! The food is as AMAZING as the pictures are!

we had the reuben sandwich and oh my god, it was the best sandwich we have ever eaten in our lives. the potato salad on the side was also super yummy! we don't live in seattle but we will remember this place and come whenever we visit! the gentleman working here was soooo warm and kind and hospitable. it's a simple non pretentious place serving up incredible food with the warmest nicest attitude and vibe

Wow, I was really impressed by this spot. I ordered the Reuben with fries and the sandwich itself was huge and delicious. I split it with my friend for lunch and it was perfect for the both of us! I would definitely come back, this spot stands out!

Fantastic casual place to grab a hot sandwich with potato salad, pickles, and a cookie. I usually take my food to go, but they do have a few tables in the deli in case you can't wait. The Reuben is amazing, and so is the corned brat special!

Love this place. Located under and around the new towers and is an F you to the new Seattle development and has held strong with their old school building. Staff is awesome, food is delicious. I am willingly and gladly repeating business here knowing it's going to this crew and owner.

Fantastic value. Best Reuben sandwich in memory with fast service. What more is there?

The gentleman working the counter was patient in helping me decide between the corned beef and pastrami. I ended up getting both. Worth it. The sandwiches were full of meat and grilled fresh to order. The potato salad was good too. Didn't stay to eat but there was a decent amount of seating inside which was nice to see. Overall, great experience and delicious food. Hope to make it back soon.

Very cool old school meat market. You pick up a paper menu and pencil, circle what you want, write your name, and hand it to them. I'd love to come back and try one of their breakfast sandwiches sometime. I've had both the Rueben Market House Grilled Reuben and C.P.R sandwiches. The Reuben is delicious. The CPR is good, but pretty dry. It is as advertised, just a lot of meat, no such or cheese.

Love the old time atmosphere and the people. Family run and they really care about their customers. Worth going to just to enjoy them. I am a pastrami fan and have had the best in LA and NY(if you think Katz's is great, it's a tourist spot. There is way better). They make their own pastrami which deserves kudos. But the pastrami is lean. Pastrami is supposed to come from the fatty end of the brisket. The fat adds flavor and moisture. If they left more of the fat on, it would be 5.

I hate being honest but people Seattle DO NOT know corn beef or pastrami. This meat doesn't even come close to a Langer's in LA or Katz in NY. Until you've eaten at these delis then you don't have a point of reference. Seattle keep trying, maybe someday but for now forget about!.

Came here on a whim while passing by and I'm extremely impressed. The corned beef is fall apart, tender goodness. It comes with a thousand island sauce - which I normally don't like - but it just works in the sandwich. Highly highly recommend giving this place a try. Only thing I will say is that the one combo came out to $21 total but the portion is large: it was enough for two of us to share and be satisfied. I might prefer if there was a way to just order half the sandwich for cheaper

Okay, before I start my review I've got to admit, I've never been there...but a coworker had lunch from Market House Meats and wasn't able to finish her sammy b/c she underestimated the size so she offered the other 1/2 of her corned beef sammy to me. I accepted. OH MY GOODNESS, easily one of the best corned beef sammy's I've ever had. Maybe it was the egg in it, the horseradish, the tender slices of corned beef, I dunno, but here we are over a month later and I'm still thinking about it. That being said I'll probably have to try that place in person in the very near future. The only con would be finding parking as it's kinda downtown, and parking is expensive, tight and limited, but if you don't mind walking it's not TOO far from South Lake Union, just a few blocks south of REI. I think that's the reason I haven't been there yet. But looking at the menu, I definitely have to try everything! My first impression being just 1/2 a corned beef sammy, I'm giving this place 5 stars on that alone. I'll follow up with an updated review once I'm able to visit this place in person.

Came to this place on the way to the airport right when they opened. I was craving a pastrami sandwich and my hotel was a block away from here. Looking at the reviews it seemed like a no brainer. Im not sure what on earth seattle residents think legit pastrami is, but this place wasnt it. Right when I saw the cook throw cold, pre-sliced pastrami onto the flat top I realized I made a mistake. I was expecting house made pastrami like what you can find all over new york. For a restaurant that has meats in the name I assumed they would make their meats in house and cut it to order while its still hot. The serving size was the only redeeming factor, but it was like dry pastrami that you can buy at any grocery store deli. If youve ever had legit, fresh pastrami that is cut to order then you will be extraordinarily disappointed with the meat quality here. Just a warning to have the correct expectations

For 6 weeks, I lived 100 feet from Market House Meats and I didn't try it until 4 weeks in and wow, what a life regret. I went back at least three times and I couldn't get enough. By far, the best pastrami and corned beef are hands down the best I've had and I've tried both in New York, Texas, etc.

Interesting decor, very original Seattle kind of ambience. You walk in and order by circling a paper. Food service was fairly fast, and you could see them cooking it fresh. I got the grilled rueben sandwich. The grilling of the rye bread had a curious taste, and the meat portion was great. I was feeling stuffed after eating the sandwich. Overall a nice place to try, you get what you pay for with this meal.

Was craving some Jewish deli on a recent trip to Seattle. Found this place. Not sure if it's Jewish, but it's definitely worth a visit. Close to downtown where I was staying so super convenient to stop for lunch on the way to checking in. Can't miss it given their huge sign, but the sign turned out to be a pre cursor to the big, bold flavours and large portions. Rustic, no nonsense decor, and fast friendly service. And from the steady stream of customers coming in to eat and pick up orders, I could tell it's a popular spot with the locals. Opted for the half portion. Thank the Lord for that. The portion sizes are substantial. Very reasonably priced and really really satisfying comfort food. Definitely a repeat lunch spot for me in Seattle from now on.

There's a reason it's been around since 1948!!! This place is amazing. Staff is nice, sandwiches are always delicious. Excellent food rating is no surprise, it's always clean and food is prepared to order. Prices on the sandwich may 'seem' high, but I assure you the value is 100% there. The full sandwiches are easily 2 meals. Hands down best corned Beef & reuben in Seattle!

I have to say the Philly cheesesteak was delicious. The meat was seasoned perfectly the veggies were tasty and the bread was soft. Ordering the sandwich was fast and easy. When I'm in Seattle again this is a place I would definitely visit.

Stepping in here is like being transported into an old New York family deli, not that I've ever been to one but I imagine that it's as good as this! Gigantic sandwiches piled high with delicious juicy meat. Everything is always hot, fresh, and tasty, and this is definitely one of my favorite delis in the area! The prices are a little on the high end but for the size of the sandwich, it's worth it. The best thing here is the Reuben, hands down. The toasty rye bread is crunchy and nutty which pairs beautifully with the tender juicy corned beef. The corned beef is extremely meaty and has a great balance of salty and sweet with a hint of spices. All of this combined with the richness of Swiss cheese and thousand island dressing contrasted by the sour sauerkraut and horseradish that cuts through the fat makes an amazing sandwich. The CPR is also pretty good. It's like a glorified Arby's meat mountain with loads of corned beef, pastrami, and roast beef. The hoagie roll is soft and fluffy but I think I prefer the crunch and flavor of the rye bread. The barbeque beef brisket is alright but I'm from Texas so my brisket standards are extremely high. I definitely recommend sticking to the deli meats though.

Best sandwich in the city!!! I visited from San Francisco and having a ton of delis visited across the world (we travel a ton and eat sandwiches at delis ALL THE TIME) this is a place to put on the list if you have that. Cannot miss! Order the Reuben, thank me later.

Sandwich is fantastically delicious and a lot of choices, and plenty to fill my stomach:)

The workers here are so kind! Always have the warmest greetings and positive attitudes. And the customers that come in are just as friendly. The vibes when you walk-in are the best, it's like you're seeing your friends. I'd be happy too if I had access to these foods everyday. Wish I could tell you that I've tried so much of their menu but I haven't. My boyfriend found out about this spot on Reddit and we've been hooked on the Market House Grilled Rueben sandwich ever since. It has a chokehold on us. One time, we went 3 or 4 weekends in a row. Seriously, try this spot!

When I crave a Ruben sando this is the place! Sometimes their brisket can be a little fatty and slightly over seasoned so I end up picking at the meat but boy o boy is it delicious with their potato salad! Be prepared to use lots of napkins! Good portions. I usually eat half then save the rest for another meal. Reheat the meat in the microwave and the bread in a pan and it's just as good as when you first get it.