One of the best-known New York delis, with brisk (and brusque) waiters, movie-star photos, close-packed tables and, best of all, towering corned-beef and pastrami sandwiches. Round things out with blintzes, some matzo-ball soup and a piece of cheesecake or a black-and-white cookie for dessert. Daily 6:30 am-4 am for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations not accepted. $. There's a US$13 minimum, with an extra charge for sharing. No credit cards. 854 Seventh Ave., between 54th and 55th streets (subway line N or R to 57th Street; B, D or E to Seventh Avenue), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-757-2245. Toll-free 800-334-5606. http://www.carnegiedeli.com.
