If it's atmosphere and ambiance you're looking for, then look farther because you sure aint gonna find those HERE but what you will find is a fantastic corned beef sandwich. Katz's is big with a real cafeteria vibe and we went there around 11:00 so way before the lunch rush. It was nice and quiet but I'm sure that it can get noisy.
The sandwich was incredible - I've read other reviews citing dryness, etc. but mine was flawless. It was huge and the meat was so moist that it was glistening.
Agree about the mustard. You're a major player in the Toronto deli scene and PLAIN MUSTARD IS ALL YOU'VE GOT?!!!
The pickles - why do I have to get a small plate with five or six slices? Can't I just have ONE decent sized pickle? And when were they put out on these plates? Some look a tad "dry."
Tried the potato salad: it was good, "okay." Nothing to write home about. Just "okay." Next time? I'm just getting the sandwich with no dish of dried-out pickles or uneventful potato salad.
Since the sandwich was the star of the show and it was great, I'd say that this lunch was a success. Next time, nix the sides.