If you have a hankering for Jewish grub prepared with grandma’s recipes, head to Heckman’s Delicatessen. The new deli from Ronnie Heckman opened its doors in Bethesda earlier this year. We snapped him with his dad, Eric. They specialize in deli sandwiches piled high with pastrami and corned beef all made in house. The king of between the bread offerings is “The Big G, ”weighing in with a pound and a half of corned beef. “90% of people who eat here need a take-home box. It’s the norm for half to go home,” Eric says. (Unless you just ran the Army 10-Miler.)
In addition to deli sandwiches that could feed a family of four, Heckman’s serves traditional dishes like noodle kugel (pictured), “Meem’s Stuffed Cabbage,” potato latkes, and of course “Nana's Matzo Ball Soup.” They have a liquor license and TVs, making them a fun alternative to a traditional sports bar on game day. You’ll find Heckman’s on Cordell Street, and whatever you do, don’t leave without a slice of cheesecake.
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