logo
Bookmark and Share
newsletter

Benjies Restaurant Blog

November 27, 2012

Get Your Hanukkah Favorites at Benjies New York Deli in Orange County!

Hanukkah is almost upon us, and what a wonderful time of year it is! Some people just treat themselves to their favorite Jewish dishes at the holidays, and we want them all to know that we serve most of them all year round. That’s right—have latkes any day of the week at Benjies. We’ve got them any time you want them.

What else does Benjies Deli have in the way of the traditional Jewish dishes? Well, we don’t want to brag, but your mother would be proud of our menu. Start with some noshing—who doesn’t love some noshing while catching up with friends or relatives? (more…)

July 24, 2012

It’s Summer! Plan a Picnic with Help from Benjies New York Deli

Wouldn’t these little babies be tasty on a picnic?

 

August is National Picnic Month—did you know that? What a great excuse to get out there in the great outdoors with your family or friends and have a little party on a bench, blanket or beach.

Now, we know what you’re thinking: Ugh. A picnic sounds nice, but first you’ve got to plan the menu, then you’ve got to go shopping, lug home all those groceries before cooking everything, packaging it then packing the cooler and getting everything in the car again!

That just sounds like too much work before trying to get in the party mood! So we at Benjies New York Deli have all the answers for you: Let us cater your next picnic. What could be easier? We’ve got great items that will be perfect for your next picnic! (more…)

December 21, 2011

Happy Chanukah—Benjies Deli Has Everything You Need

If you’ve been waiting for Chanukah to indulge in some latkes, now is the time. We do have them every day of the week at Benjies, but now is the time to really go for it and savor those delicious potato pancakes! Why not get some pastrami too, and sandwich it between two latkes? Hmmm, we might need to talk to the chef about putting that on the menu…

Come in tonight for our mouthwateringly tender brisket dinners, and our long-awaited roast chicken, which customers have been begging us to put on the normal menu. But we like to keep it for special occasions, like Chanukah and Yom Kippur. (more…)

September 8, 2011

Benjies is the Best Place to Watch the NFL, and it Starts TONIGHT!!

Green Bay Packers kick off the season vs. New Orleans Saints!

Yes, it’s that time again—time for the bone-crushing gladiator battle that is NFL football. And Benjies Deli has all the action, thanks to the DirecTV NFL Sunday Ticket package. Did you know that we can watch up to eight games on one of the six TVs we’ve got in the Bamboo Lounge? That every game will be in HD? That the Sunday Ticket gives us REDZONE, where every play from within the 20-yard line is highlighted and in HD? We can even get an update on your favorite players and get replays of all the NFL Sunday game highlights during the week! In a word, it’s awesome.

Tonight’s game against the New Orleans Saints at the Green Bay Packers’ Lambeau Field is sure to be a fantastic, action-packed contest with superb entertainment from the likes of Kid Rock and Lady Antebellum. (more…)

January 25, 2011

Get Your Deli Platters for Superbowl Sunday!

Superbowl XLV

The clock is ticking on the final countdown to the Superbowl, and after last week’s Playoffs, fans from Philly and Wisconsin sure are looking forward to February 6th.

So the clock is also ticking on the time needed for catering. Benjies Deli has been taking a lot of orders for sandwich trays and deli platters for the big day. Countless eggs will be subjected to deviling, wings stripped from hot and spicy buffaloes and barbecue sauce applied liberally to tasty balls of meat.

If you want to have scrumptious Benjies New York Deli goodness at your home on the big day, then give us a call now to make sure we can fill your order. Let Benjies do all the work for you! Let’s face it—your wife will either be out shopping or, if she’s a fan, she’s going to want to watch the game, not make sandwiches for your buddies.

Here’s an idea: clear the coffee table and measure it. Then call Benjies New York Deli and order up a combination of sandwich fixin’s and finger food. Pick it up before your friends come over for your Superbowl party, unwrap the platters, and wait to see your friends’ eyes light up when they come in! (more…)

December 3, 2010

Happy Hanukkah! Celebrate with Your Traditional Jewish Food Favorites Right Here in Orange County!

Menorah

Hanukkah is here, and it’s time to celebrate. Benjies Deli has been serving traditional Jewish food in Santa Ana every day since we opened in 1967. We also cater traditional foods, too, and can make party food and deli platters for your event. Why not let Benjies Deli do all the cooking while you take the credit?

We have a huge list of traditional favorites on the Benjies menu, but we’ve listed a few of them here to tempt your tastebuds. Looking for a little noshing? It’s all in our Appetizers & Noshes section of the menu. Under the category of fish, we have Nova lox, barbeque cod or whitefish served with sliced tomato, cream cheese, Greek olives and an onion bagel; creamed or pickled herring served with your choice of onions and sour cream or wine sauce and rye bread to sop up every drop; or go hardcore with gefilte fish served with julienne carrots, horseradish and Benjies’ soft rye bread. (more…)

October 1, 2010

The Best Place to Watch NFL Sunday Ticket Games in Orange County!

Watch bone-crushing NFL football at Benjies!

Calling all football fans! Benjies Deli has the NFL Sunday Ticket DirecTV service, so you can see all of the games you want to watch. We turn on all six screens in the Bamboo Lounge, so there’s more than one game to watch at a time.

Why come to Benjies Deli to watch the game instead of staying at home? Do you really have to ask that question? First of all, we have cold beer on draft and a full bar in the Bamboo Lounge—we bring the drinks to you and don’t sulk about it. There will be a cold beer at your side the entire length of the game.

Secondly, we’ve got all the delicious, football-game snacks you could ask for! Looking for just something to munch on? Try our delicious seasoned curly fries or our generously full basket of thick-cut onion rings. Need something a little more spicy? Order our chili-cheese fries, smothered in our delicious chili con carne and topped with gooey, melted cheese, or our jalapeño poppers stuffed with cream cheese, breaded and deep fried until they’re nice and crispy.And don’t forget our famous Buffalo hot wings, served with celery sticks and creamy ranch dressing. We think it’s only proper to eat your Buffalo wings as you cheer on the Buffalo Bills as they play against the New York Jets—the game starts at 10AM Sunday (that’s 1PM EST).

Feeling a little more refined? We have calamari rings or mozzarella sticks served with marinara sauce; chicken tenders with ranch dressing or barbecue sauce; and three Kobe beef sliders with potato chips on the side.

But what about those of us with a real appetite, you ask? Oh, don’t you worry. Benjies has you covered. Are you man (or woman) enough to try one of our monster Triple-Decker Sandwiches? There’s six to choose from, all served with our famous Russian dressing: the #1, turkey, ham and Swiss; the #2, corned beef, salami ans Swiss; the #3, corned beef, pastrami and salami; the #4, a delicious, classic Club Sandwich; the #5, our most popular—corned beef, pastrami and Swiss; and finally, the #6, corned beef, turkey and tongue. All of the Triple-Decker Sandwiches are served on your choice of bread or roll and with your choice of coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni salad, fresh fruit or French fries.

If that’s not big enough for you, we’ve got a hot meatloaf sandwich or the open-face hot brisket of beef sandwich with mashed potatoes and gravy. That’s some rib-sticking goodness! Missing the stadium catering? Don’t worry, we’ve got Coney Island hot dogs, Coney Island chili dogs and the awesome Francheesy dog: a grilled knackwurst, crisp bacon and American cheese on a grilled onion roll.

There’s 13 games on Sunday to watch, so you’ll need some serious refreshments. And no one does it better than Benjies Deli! Come on down to 1828 N. Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705 and head on in to the Bamboo Lounge for football fever.

Visiting Team vs. Home Team Time (ET)
New York Jets at Buffalo Bills 1:00 pm
Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns 1:00 pm
Baltimore Ravens at Pittsburgh Steelers 1:00 pm
Denver Broncos at Tennessee Titans 1:00 pm
Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers 1:00 pm
San Francisco 49ers at Atlanta Falcons 1:00 pm
Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints 1:00 pm
Seattle Seahawks at St. Louis Rams 1:00 pm
Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars 4:00 pm
Houston Texans at Oakland Raiders 4:00 pm
Washington Redskins at Philadelphia Eagles 4:00 pm
Arizona Cardinals at San Diego Chargers 4:00 pm
Chicago Bears at New York Giants 8:20 pm

September 8, 2010

The 2010 NFL Season Starts Tomorrow!!

Calling all NFL fans: oh yes, the season is about to start. And Benjies Deli has all the action, thanks to the DirecTV NFL Sunday Ticket package. Did you know that we can watch up to eight games on one of the six TVs we’ve got in the Bamboo Lounge? That every game will be in HD? That the Sunday Ticket gives us REDZONE, where every play from within the 20-yard line is highlighted and in HD? We can even get an update on your favorite players and get replays of all the NFL Sunday game highlights during the week! In a word, it’s awesome.

Tomorrow night kicks off with the New Orleans Saints vs. the Minnesota Vikings, down in the bayou. Although the Vikings have convinced Brett Favre to squeeze another season in, we’re not sure if it’s going to help them much. Between LeFavre’s ankle and Sidney Rice out on an injury, plus New Orleans being ticked off about not being hailed as candidates for the last SuperBowl, predictions are that New Orleans will win by as much as 10 points or more. (more…)

August 4, 2010

Benjies Deli: Orange County’s Best Jewish DELI!!

Most of us go to Benjies for the restaurant, but did you know that we actually have a full deli? A wide selection of our famous meats are on display and we encourage you to stop on your way out and buy a few portions to take home. Choose from turkey pastrami, rare roast beef, turkey breast, black forest ham and more—it will be great for packed lunches for you our your kids all week. Pack a lunch for the park or the beach and surprise your family with the quality and taste of Benjies Deli.

It’s a wonderful idea to bring a little of Benjies home with you and enjoy it throughout the week for lunch or dinner. You can also pick up some side dishes for your main dish to save on time when you’ve had a busy day. Our fantastic home-made beef or chicken pot pies keep so well in the freezer and make dinner a snap! We sell these up to 10 pot pies at a time—what can we say? They’re that good. Marie Callendar can eat her heart out.

The deli selection also includes: smoked whitefish, lox trimmings, Greek olives, beef knishes, potato knishes, kishka sausage, pickled tomatoes, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni salad and kosher pickles. Surprise your family by adding one of these to your own dinner menu and it will be sure to be a hit! Don’t worry, we don’t mind if you take the credit, just as long as you keep coming back.

At special occasions and holidays, remember Benjies Deli can do the cooking for you, even for things like traditional Seder plates. If you call us two to three days in advance, we can even provide a brisket dinner with mashed potatoes, complete with all the sides necessary to not lift a finger except for bringing the food home from Benjies.

Don’t forget that life is uncertain—eat dessert first! It may not be the most important meal of the day, but it’s certainly our favorite, and it’s the best way to award yourself after a busy week. Try some of our apple strudel, cherry strudel, German chocolate cake, chocolate “wipe-out” cake, éclairs and napoleons available at the deli. We dare you to get home without eating one on the way…I’m sure your family won’t notice the crumbs on your chin.

To experience a true, New York-style deli right here in Orange County, drive or walk directly to 1828 N. Tustin Avenue in Santa Ana.  The restaurant is open 7 days a week 7 AM – 9PM, and Karaoke is 9PM- midnight on Friday nights.

If you want to hold a private party for an event, contact Benjies Deli to reserve the Bamboo Lounge and discuss ordering food for the event. Call (714) 541-6263 and ask for Lloyd Weinstein, whether you want to book a private party or have your home event catered.

August 1, 2010

Traditional Jewish Food in Orange County

Rosh Hashanah is only a month away, and if you’re looking for a place to celebrate this holiday, don’t forget that Benjies Deli has been serving traditional Jewish food in Santa Ana every day since we opened in 1967. We also cater traditional foods, too, and even prepare Seder plates in the spring, so if you’re having a celebration for a Jewish holiday, let Benjies Deli do all the cooking while you take the credit!

We have a huge list of traditional favorites on the Benjies menu, but we’ve listed a few of them here to tempt your tastebuds. We have four soups alone to choose from: our famous matzo ball; chicken soup with noodles, rice or kasha varnishkas; sweet and sour cabbage soup with chunks of beef; and finally our special “Mish Mosh, It’s a Meal!” soup, a bowl full of a matzoh ball, kreplach, rice, noodles, chicken and carrots all snug in our freshly made chicken stock. (more…)

Older Posts »

Powered by WordPress