Steingold's of Chicago
Deli · Lakeview
3737 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60613
Highlights
Bagels, lox, pastrami sandwiches, coffee & tea drinks
Bagels, lox, pastrami sandwiches, coffee & tea drinks
"The everything bagel at this Jewish deli in Lakeview is near perfection, with a crunchy golden crust and a generous dusting of seasoning that doesn’t have any burnt garlic pieces. The crust-to-crumb ratio and the overall softness (but not mushiness) of the dough means it stands up well to cream cheese or whatever filling you choose from the long menu. Unlike a lot of the other spots on this list, Steingold’s has a legitimate dining space, and plenty of bagel flavors left even later in the afternoon. But be prepared to get your food to go during weekends when the line can spill out onto the sidewalk." - veda kilaru, john ringor, nick allen
"Though it’s called the Egg on A Roll, this sandwich’s name downplays everything that’s going on here. This massive breakfast sandwich from Steingold's Deli in Lakeview is a chunky combination of thick pastrami, melted havarti, and a fried egg between two pieces of pillowy challah. The fluffy bread is the ideal sponge to soak everything up." - john ringor, veda kilaru
"Steingold’s offers a Passover feast for pickup throughout the holiday that includes a choice of starters such as gefilte fish and chopped liver, entree (think braised brisket with pearl onions or baked salmon with hot honey), sides such as potato kugel, matzo, and flourless chocolate cake. Dishes are also available a la carte including an edible seder plate that translates the holiday’s symbolic centerpiece into a course unto itself — the traditional roasted egg, for example, is replaced with egg salad. Place an order via Toast." - Sam Nelson
"A harbinger of a Jewish American deli revival in Chicago and across the U.S., Steingold’s has since 2017 established itself as a go-to for locals and visitors with a hankering for the flavors that Eastern European Jewish immigrants brought to New York’s Lower East Side. Hits include sandwiches like the Grandma Rachel (turkey pastrami, coleslaw, Havarti, challah), smoked whitefish salad, and bagels that owner Aaron Steingold boils and bakes on-site." - Ashok Selvam
"This Lakeview deli and bakery has a second location across from Wrigley Field. Its platter pairs the crispy potato pancakes with smoked salmon, sour cream, and all the standard lox-and-bagel toppings." - Eater Staff
