Probably the only kosher place in Olympia. This is a huge deli popular with everyone. In fact, they usually run out of things long before the day is over. If you are from a big city and long for some good corned beef this is the place. Service ranges from usually nice to really nasty. I sometimes wonder if they... More

And tell her you're eating well at Kitzel's. She'll be proud you remembered her and happy you are eating well. You can get "east coast style" Jewish deli sandwiches, eastern-European-inspired sides/salads, imported Russian packaged foods, and hot prepared entrees (very good latkes and knish). Yes, Matildawitz, this is the real-deal. The food is good, and the staff are friendly. They... More

We went in January one morning and the food in the display cases had a lackluster appearance. They could not toast a bagel, which was only a minor annoyance, but the bagel also had too much of a spongy texture. It wasn't bad but it wasn't good either. More

We stopped here for lunch on a rare snowy afternoon. We had the cabbage soup and the borscht. The soups each came with two slices of rye bread. We also tried a salty bagel and had coffees. All was tasty and very good. The counter service was friendly and efficient. The deli has a pleasant informal vibe and decor. A... More

I work in downtown Olympia and had been curious to check out the new deli for lunch ever since I read it would be opening. The first few attempts were unsuccessful: a handwritten note on the door that said "We're out of bagels" made me turn back and not go in. Wrong decision on all counts! When I finally did... More

This is a fantastic new little gem in Olympia. Nearly everything here is made in house, including the fantastic bagels, tasty but not too heavy with dough. With a whitefish schmear, you will be in heaven. And the whitefish SALAD is delicious. Also, since they are happy for you to sample things, a taste of smoked mackerel was also great.... More