Nate 'n Al of Beverly Hills facts for kids

Nate 'n Al is a famous deli located in Beverly Hills, California. It's a special kind of restaurant known for its delicious Jewish-style food. This popular spot first opened its doors in 1945. Over the years, it has often been a casual meeting place for people in the entertainment business.

The Story of Nate 'n Al's

How the Deli Began

Nate 'n Al's was started in 1945 by two good friends. Their names were Al Mendelson and Nate Rimer. They had met about 20 years earlier in a deli in Detroit. That's where they first got the idea to open their very own deli.

So, they decided to move to California. They opened their dream deli in Beverly Hills. They named it "Nate 'n Al" after themselves. When it first opened, the deli could seat about 30 people.

New Owners and New Partnerships

For many years, the deli stayed in the same family. But in 2018, the grandchildren of the original owners decided to sell the restaurant. The next year, in 2019, a new group of owners bought it. This group included Shelli and Irving Azoff. They wanted to keep the deli open and running.

In 2022, the Azoffs teamed up with another company called H.Wood Group. This group now helps with the daily management of the restaurant. The Azoffs still help by giving advice and supporting the deli financially.

What Makes Nate 'n Al's Special?

Top Food Ratings

Nate 'n Al's is known for its tasty food. It has received some great reviews! For example, LA Weekly magazine once said the deli's matzo ball soup was the best in Los Angeles. Matzo ball soup is a traditional Jewish soup.

Also, CBS/Los Angeles listed Nate 'n Al's Corned Beef Reuben Sandwich as one of the best in the city. A Reuben sandwich is a classic deli sandwich. These ratings show how much people enjoy the food at Nate 'n Al's.

See also

• List of Ashkenazi Jewish restaurants
• List of delicatessens