Russ & Daughters
(212) 475-4880
179 E Houston St
New York,
NY
10002
40.7226
-73.9882
Neighborhoods: Lower East Side, Downtown
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The Scene
Since 1914, the homey Houston Street establishment has been a hit with both plain and fancy folks on a quest for the tastiest salmon, caviar and herring in town. And though the eponymous daughters have long since retired to points south, there's still ample evidence of the old-school craftsmanship that's made the store such a favorite.
The Goods
Customers' eyes go wide at the sight of succulent oceans of smoked fish and cream cheese. In addition to the fish itself, Russ & Daughters' stock-in-trade is providing party platters for events of all sizes. The generous, sumptuous spreads could impress even cranky old Aunt Sylvia, who's always complaining that she hasn't had decent creamed herring since she left the Old Country.
User Reviews
Ebozeon
December 10, 2008
We always pass by Russ & Daughters on our way to and from Katz's for pastrami and corned beef sandwiches (yum!) but never stopped in until we saw them featured on a television program. It all looked so clean and the proprietors took such pride in the thin slicing of the smoked salmon that we made a special effort to go the next day. It is a scrupulously clean store, beautifully stocked with all the fresh delicacies for which Jewish cooking is famous. Although we only purchased a quarter pound of smoked salmon (which was FABULOUS), they gave us samples of a few different kinds and were very friendly, funny and informative. One of the owners was there and shared stories about his family with us. The other customers were very helpful and entertaining, as well. We are putting it on our regular Houston Street routine.
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Anonymous
October 18, 2008
I love Russ and Daughters. It has great fish and it feels like you've stepped back in time. The people are nice but lines are really long on weekends. The whitefish salad is the best I've ever had.
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May 17, 2008
You will be more than happy to line up for the amazing smoked fish and fresh cream cheeses, nuts and dried fruits at this institution of a Jewish deli. Russ and Daughters has been here forever and they still serve up the best quality of food. Always friendly and they make you feel right at home as soon as you walk in.
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Know Before You Go:
Delivery of packages less than 10 lbs is available in Manhattan (from Battery to 85th Street) for $13.50.
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Restaurants, Grocery Stores, Catering
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