Attman's Delicatessen
7.8Friend Score / 10#2 of 20 Restaurants in Baltimore
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The last great survivor of Baltimore's Corned Beef Row — a family Jewish deli slinging hand-cut corned beef since 1915. The sandwich (about $15) is legitimately one of the best outside New York, ordered at a chaotic counter in the 'Kibbitz Room.' A friend sends you here without hesitation. Caveat: it closes by 5:30pm, so this is a lunch mission.
Key facts
| Hours | Mon–Sat 08:00–17:30 Sun–Sun 08:00–16:00 |
|---|---|
| Price | $$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Charm City Circulator Orange/Green routes near Lombard St (free); 15-minute walk from Inner Harbor |
| Time needed | 45-60 minutes |
| Best time to go | Weekday lunch before noon or after 1:30pm to dodge the line |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.8/10- Value7.5
- iconic7.5
- Freshness9.2
- Crowd level6.5
- Authenticity9.5
- Accessibility6.5
Frequently asked questions
- Does Attman's have other locations?
- Yes, a newer outpost in Potomac, MD, and one at Harbor Point downtown has operated in recent years. The 1019 E. Lombard original is the pilgrimage site — go there.
- What is Corned Beef Row?
- East Lombard Street was once lined with Jewish delis serving the immigrant neighborhood — a dozen at its peak. Attman's, opened in 1915, is the last of the originals still standing, which is exactly why it matters.
- What should I order at Attman's?
- Corned beef on rye with mustard — about $15 and the reason the place has survived 110 years. Adventurous types get the Lombard Street double-decker: corned beef, pastrami, and chopped liver.
- What are Attman's hours?
- Monday-Saturday 8am-5:30pm and Sunday 8am-4pm. It's a daytime deli — no dinner service, so plan lunch.
- How does the ordering work at Attman's?
- Line up at the counter, order fast when they call you, then take your tray to the Kibbitz Room seating area. The brusque-but-warm counter banter is part of the experience — have your order ready.
- Is the neighborhood around Attman's okay?
- The stretch of Lombard between Little Italy and the Jonestown area is quiet and fine in daylight, which is when you'd be here anyway. It's blocks from the Jewish Museum of Maryland — a natural pairing.
- Is there parking at Attman's?
- There's a small lot beside it plus street parking on Lombard, and it's usually manageable outside the weekday lunch rush. It's also a flat 15-minute walk from the Inner Harbor.
- Is Attman's kosher?
- It's kosher-style, not certified kosher — you can get cheese on things. The corned beef technique is the old-world part they've kept sacred.
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