The Original Rinaldi's Deli and Cafe — Restaurant in Los Angeles

I walked past at first, then came back, and man, am I glad I did. Wow! They were busy. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available and both were quite full. A very large line, but that was just those waiting for their order. I'm going to be honest, I thought the wait would be astounding but it took less than 15mins from ordering to being handed my bag. I got a large Rueben sandwich. They also come in regular, getting a large may have been a mistake. It's huge. I also ordered a double decker, they let you choose. Single or double. Curses free will. I also got a bag of peppercinis, was expecting a smaller bag, but again that didn't happen. I also got a caramel milkshake which was absolutely phenomenal. Finished it minutes it was so good. Would definitely recommend this as a takeout or dine in...

I found the other reviews spot on.

I enjoyed a beet salad with a rice and kale accompaniment, and my partner an egg salad.

Beet salad was cooked beet slices atop one third of a bed of greens with a second row of cherry tomato and cucumber slices tossed together. The third end of salad greens was topped with the rice and kale. The egg salad was served as egg salad beside a pile of salad greens.

The meals were served in a brown carton with a plastic fork. We also enjoyed a turmeric "latte" - lightly foamed milk infused with turmeric and sugar. Basically, it was Indian turmeric milk, but how fun to find it. The other two flavors available were beet and green tea (matcha) - we already make the latter at home, so next time we come here, I'm going to...

As most hotels do not serve lunch any more, the concierge suggested this place a few blocks away. The place looked promising as a busy italian deli. I ordered a Ruben, I was told they were out of Saurekraut but still suggested it! I wish I had picked something else! With no Saurekraut and not enough Russian dressing the sandwich was really dry! I could not taste the Swiss cheese either. The only salvation was the use of Boars Head corned beef which is one of the better commercial brands. In spite of it all I will try the place again, because I want to believe they are...