Magee's Kitchen

Swing by the Farmer's Market after an event at the Saban Theater. My son wanted to grab a bite to eat but wasn't sure what he wanted and once he saw the corned beef and cabbage dinner on the menu he knew he had to have it. The plate was around $21 but it was well worth it. There was plenty of tender sliced corned beef and potatoes and I swear a half a head of cabbage. He decided to save it until we got back home to San Diego but he said it was just as tasty as if he ate it in LA. It was a Saturday evening so the place was packed but the staff was great and we got our food really quickly. It was a bit loud but that is what makes it fun. I wish we had more places like this closer to home here. It's not always easy to fuel and make a 19 year growing drummer happy but this plate surely did!

During my visit to the Los Angeles Farmers Market, I stopped by Magee's Kitchen, and it quickly became a highlight of my trip. This place is a true L.A. institution, and for good reason--they've been serving up classic deli fare for over 100 years, and it shows in the quality of their food.I had The Norm, and wow, what a sandwich! It's a perfectly piled Pastrami on Rye, topped with creamy coleslaw, Swiss cheese, and just the right amount of Thousand Island dressing. The pastrami was tender, smoky, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, with just the right amount of fat for that classic deli flavor. The coleslaw added a crisp, refreshing crunch, and the tangy dressing brought it all together beautifully. The rye bread held up perfectly, with a slight chew and a toasty finish that made each bite satisfying.The location inside the historic Farmers Market is unbeatable. There's something nostalgic about grabbing a sandwich from Magee's while soaking in the vintage charm of the market. The staff were friendly and welcoming, making you feel like part of the family.If you're a fan of old-school deli sandwiches, Magee's Kitchen is a must. It's one of those places that's stood the test of time for a reason. I'll definitely be back to try more, but for now, The Norm has my heart!

damn was i surprised by this. when you think of delis that serve great pastrami, you got langers in la and you got katz in ny no doubt. but magee's one hundred percent deserves an honorable mention. something about a classic deli sandwich that just hits hard. the age old question is - does the bread or the meat make the sandwich? well how about both. we tried both their corned beef and their pastrami, both being amazingly delicious. on one sandwich you got the perfectly toasted bread, and on the other you got the perfect homey rye bread. service here is great, fast and friendly. just wish the patrons would reciprocate it back to the workers. kindness goes a long way everyone!

The Reuben sandwich was pretty good, very flavorful but expensive for the amount of food you get. There was a line that took maybe 15 minutes to order, but overall service was pretty quick. There's lots of public seating outside. It can get super busy and crowded.

I'd had a Langer's pastrami and corned beef sandwich (best in the county in my book) just a day before I was there so my memory was fresh and I wanted to rate my comparison. They just ran out of corned beef which is what they are famous for so I settled for pastrami and even though I prepared myself for a disappointment, the pastrami actually tasted ok. Fat content, spices, and tenderness were good. The bread tasted a bit stale though. Not bad and 3.5 compared to Langer's being 5/5

Est. 1934- started 1917Magee's Kitchen opened as a food stand at the Grand Central Market in 1917, and then moved to the LA Farmers Market in 1934. Magee's became the first restaurant (permanent tenant) to open in the Original Farmer's Market. Blanche Magee paid $100 to bring electricity to the market and she was responsible for putting up tables and chairs , as well as bringing in the first public toilets to the market. Come to Magee's and get a taste of history. We had the Word-Famous Corned Beef Sandwich (introduced to the menu in the 1940's) and it did not disappoint. The meat was tender and packed with flavor, and the coleslaw was crisp and crunchy. The side of Mash & Gravy was fine, but nothing special. The staples here are the meats and the nuts. The service was very friendly and helpful and we were delighted to also see so many Mexican dishes available. It's amazing that Magee's Kitchen has lasted so long and we look forward to our next visit.

This spot is located in the Original Farmer's Market. We came here on St. Patrick's Day, and it was a hugeeeeeee line! Took around 40ish minutes to get our food. We got the corned beef plate (comes with cabbage and potato balls) and the pastrami plate (with mac and cheese and creamed spinach as the sides). The corned beef was super tender, and was definitely the star of the lunch. They give you mustard and horseradish to add more flavor. The potato balls were super plain, so it was barely edible. The cabbage was solid. The pastrami had some tender pieces, but some pieces were dry. I overall enjoyed the Mac and cheese. It was thick, but maybe could have had a stronger cheese taste. The creamed spinach was tasty! Total for both dishes was around $48.

Magee's Kitchen is one of the stands at the Original Farmer's Market on 3rd and Fairfax. They're known for their beef, but specifically their corn beef sandwiches on rye. Recently I was in the area and decided to stop by to get some food. The service was efficient and I got my food pretty quickly considering how busy the Farmer's Market was at that time. If you're looking for ambiance, take your plate of food and head upstairs to the second floor and plant yourself at a table next to the window. The nice breeze hitting the trees right outside will be something special.Now for the food. Unfortunately, it was disappointing. I ordered the roast beef plate with a side of cream corn and mac & cheese. The mac & cheese was decent with good grade cheese. The cream corn was a little on the watery side for me, but at least seasoned well. The roast beef was well cooked at medium, but lacked absolutely any flavor. I don't know if they just forgot to season the meat while cooking, but I had to cover it up with the sides just to eat it as it was incredibly bland. That was a big disappointment.I also tried one of their hot dogs. I ordered the All-American. While the dog was nicely cooked, the relish was a little dry. While I understand that it's fresh relish, to call it the All-American, there's an expectation that comes alone with it and this just did not meet it. I expected a wetter relish and onions and what I got was very dry. Overall, I hate to say it, but it's not worth the premium paid to eat here. There are definitely better options if you're looking for protein, but it makes me sad because I really wanted to like it.

This place is a hidden gem at The Grove Farmer's Market in my opinion. The Pastrami is delicious and you get two sides with your plate. Everything is flavorful and you get what you pay for. I thought the pastrami was juicy, fresh and delicious and both of the slaws were delicious and refreshing.

Is Horseradish important to you? It's a Big Deal to me.And, I want to tell you, this place makes the BEST horseradish I've ever purchased. It's truly outstanding. Way better than any I've ever bought in a grocery store. Equal to any I've had in a restaurant.As I was walking by the display case at Magee's I noticed these jars of horseradish. And I was struck by how much display space was afforded the product. Then I noticed there were two different kinds, the familiar looking white kind and a strange red version.I had to find out what was up with the red horseradish so I asked the guy behind the counter. He explained that the red had a little Beet Juice added to it. He told me it was popular in Jewish cuisine, that it paired well with gefilte fish. He continued on, sharing a bit of the company's history. I was surprised to learn that Magee's is over a 100 years old, and their Horseradish was their first product. Originally it was sold from a little cart on the street. Then, in 1917, when Grand Central Market was built, Magee's was one of the first tenants. After nearly 20 years at the Grand Central, Magee's moved here to the Original LA Farmer's Market in 1934 becoming the Market's first restaurant. I was so surprised to learn that this is the oldest restaurant here. I was kicking myself for having never eaten here before. I resolved to remedy that at my earliest possible opportunity.And I decided right then to buy a jar of their horseradish, the product their whole 100 plus years as a company was built on.So, tonight I tried that horseradish and WOW was I impressed. The stuff is pure freshly ground horseradish, no filler, no weird add ins. If it's not perfect, it definitely will do until perfect comes along.As my Grandpa used to say, that stuff will put hair on your chest!Mikey C says: Ooooo-weee, that's good horseradish!