Meat lovers and nostalgia enthusiasts in Chicago are in for a treat this week as New York's iconic Katz's Delicatessen pops up in the Windy City. Known for its heaping pastrami sandwiches and appearance in the classic film "When Harry Met Sally," Katz's has decided to share its culinary delights with Chicagoans at Bub City on 435 N. Clark Street this Wednesday and Thursday, ahead of the Windy City Smokeout—a major country music and barbecue festival.
Originally planned as a one-day event that swiftly sold out, Katz's has added a second day to accommodate the demand. While the deli is celebrated for a wide range of menu items, the pop-up will focus on a singular star attraction: the pastrami sandwich, complete with steak fries, a pickle, and your choice of Dr. Brown's Soda. According to NBC Chicago, tickets for the pop-up event, held at Bub City beginning Wednesday, are still available for Thursday, with time slots from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tickets can be secured at a price point of $45 per person and must be purchased in advance, a stipulation mirrored by Katz's traditional no-nonsense approach. "This event is a pre purchase event only, limited quantities available," the site warned. Winning passes to the Windy City Smokeout is additionally a rare opportunity, according to a tidbit shared by ABC 7 Chicago.
The Windy City Smokeout itself is taking the United Center by storm this weekend, from July 10 through July 13, promising a summer spectacle packed with over 20 musical acts and a smorgasbord from celebrated pitmasters from across the nation. The festival is expected to draw large crowds, featuring Baily Zimmerman, Old Dominion, Kane Brown, and Megan Moroney as headliners. Those planning to attend the pop-up and indulge in a slice of New York deli culture can find tickets and further details through the links provided by the respective Chicago news outlets.
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