Canter's Deli: Fairfax District
Our Canter's Deli is in the heart of the vibrant Fairfax District. We are just a short walk from CBS Television City and the open-air shops at The Grove. Many guests visit us after exploring the Original Farmers Market or shopping on Melrose Avenue. With the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and the Petersen Automotive Museum nearby, our Fairfax location—conveniently situated near the corner of Oakwood Avenue and Fairfax Avenue—is a favorite stop for both locals and visitors.
Visit Us Today
Address: 419 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, United States Phone: +1 323-651-2030
Hours:
Monday: 6 am–11:30 pm
Tuesday: 6 am–11:30 pm
Wednesday: 6 am–11:30 pm
Thursday: 6 am–11:30 pm
Friday: 6 am–11:30 pm
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: 5 am–11:30 pm
Savor the Classics at Canter’s Deli
Our menu has been a Los Angeles favorite since 1931, known for the city’s best breakfast and iconic Pastrami and Corned Beef. From fresh-baked rye bread and pastries to Matzo Ball soup, potato pancakes, salads, and hearty burgers, every item is made on-site with care. Come explore a menu full of tradition, flavor, and dishes that have stood the test of time.
Bring Canter’s Deli Home
Enjoy all your favorite Canter’s dishes without leaving your house by ordering online. From hearty breakfasts to classic Pastrami and Corned Beef, everything is made fresh and ready for pickup or delivery. It’s an easy way to enjoy the tradition and flavors of our deli anytime you want.
A Feast for the Eyes
Explore our menu through vibrant photos of classic dishes and fresh-baked favorites
Catering Made Easy for Every Occasion
Planning a party or banquet for two or two hundred? Try Canter’s Catering Service and treat your guests to a wide selection of cold cuts, salads, sandwich platters, fish, vegetables, fruit, and fresh pastries from our Bakery. Stop by the Bakery or call (323) 651-2030 to order custom cakes for weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, birthdays, and other special events.
Timeless Deli Excellence Los Angeles Social Proof
Diners celebrate this Fairfax landmark for its massive pastrami rubens and "soul-warming" matzo ball soup, which remain gold standards in local reviews. The sentiment highlights a deep-rooted trust in the bakery’s fresh black-and-white cookies and the restaurant's ability to provide a high-quality, authentic Jewish deli experience at any hour. With generations of families offering glowing praise, the social proof confirms its status as the city's premier destination for comfort food.
What our guests are saying
Canter’s Deli is a true Los Angeles classic! The pastrami was absolutely delicious and perfectly seasoned. The garden salad was fresh and generous, with a great dressing that complemented the meal nicely.
Ayidh A.
The food was SO GOOD!!!!! Tuna melt was perfection!!!! Definitely need to go back and try a bagel with some bakery goodies! The pastrami was mighty delicious! I am usually not a fan of pastrami but I enjoyed this one!
Rosemari M.
Old school Jewish deli. The hot pastrami and Reuben sandwiches are awesome. Delicious baked goods.
T. K.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Omelette, Veggie Burgers, Mashed Potatoes, Corned Beef Hash, Roast Beef Sandwich, Meatloaf, Chopped Liver, Bagels, Pastrami Reuben, Waffles, Quesadillas, Bacon and Eggs, Kishka, Reuben Sandwiches, Macaroni and Cheese, Whitefish Salad, Matzo Ball Soup, Challah Bread, Stuffed Cabbage, Denver Omelette, Baked Potato, Smoked Salmon Benedict, Eggs, Tuna Melt Sandwich, Chocolate Chip Pancakes, Cheese Fries, Cheesecake, Veggie Burger, Turkey Burger, Sausage, Tuna Melt, Hash Browns, Philly Cheese Steak, Bar Food, Deli Sandwiches, Chopped Liver Sandwich, Brisket, Knish, Benedict, Pastrami Sandwich, Matzo Brei, Jewish Deli, Egg Salad Sandwich, Tongue Sandwich, Cheese Steak, Huevos Rancheros, Corned Beef Sandwich, Bakery, Bologna Sandwich, Potato Salad, Pickled Herring, Bacon, Challah French Toast, Burgers, Brunch, Sandwiches, Monte Cristo, Gefilte Fish, Tuna Salad Sandwich, Onion Rings, Grilled Cheese, Pancakes, Chili, Steak and Eggs, French Toast, Banana Pancakes, Bagel and Cream Cheese, Chicken Salad, Fries, Tuna Salad, Scrambled Eggs, Corned Beef Reuben, Reuben Sandwich, Egg Salad, Cobb Salad, Borscht, Breakfast Sandwich, Monte Cristo Sandwich, Pastries, Chicken Tenders, Rye Bread, Rugelach, Turkey Sandwich, Turkey Reuben, Cheeseburger, Salads, Soup, Avocado Toast, Hot Pastrami Sandwich, Breakfast, and Toast
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: West Hollywood, Parklabrea, Beverly Hills, Park La Brea, Carthay, Los Angeles, South Carthay, Miracle Mile, Universal City, Cienega, Culver City, Mid-City, Crestview, Hancock Park, Baldwin Hills, Leimert Park, Country Club Park, Faircrest Heights, Burbank, Cloverdale/Cochran.
