Izzy's - Forest Park

Cincinnati, OH · Sandwich shop

Rating
4.5/5
★★★★★ 4.5
Reviews
20
Rank in Cincinnati
#317
of 1840 restaurants
City Percentile
62%
rating percentile
Address
Izzy's - Forest Park, 1198 Smiley Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45240
Phone
(513) 825-3888
Website
www.izzys.com
Status
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat

Izzy's - Forest Park is a restaurant located in Cincinnati, OH. It is one of 1,840 restaurants listed in Cincinnati. Its 4.5-star rating is above the Cincinnati city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Izzy's - Forest Park

Founded in 1901 by Izzy Kadetz, Izzy’s was the first Kosher style delicatessen west of the Alleghenies. Consistently named the “Best Deli in Cincinnati”, and known as the home of the “World’s Greatest Reuben,” Izzy’s still serves the classic homemade... More

Hours

Friday10 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Don Edmonds · Jan 2026

What can I say. You just can’t beat Izzy’s Ruben and potato cake, and those pickles. The service was amazing and the place was clean as a pin. I can’t wait for the Monroe Location to open.

★★★★☆ 4.0 Tom Schiller · Nov 2025

The famous reuben is OUT OF THIS WORLD! The corned beef is sliced so thin, I literally melts in your mouth! The sandwich is moist and flavorful and piled high with meat!!!!! Stephanie was on top of the service and it added to the joy of eating here!!!!

★★★★★ 5.0 Charlotte Horseman · Feb 2026

Took my elderly mom for lunch today, we were welcomed and helped to a table by the staff as soon as we walked in -really friendly, efficient service. we got Rubens and potato pancakes. They were really generous sized and tasty. Very pleasant lunch.

★★★★★ 5.0 Kate B · Oct 2025

We don't eat out, or dine in very much. Today, on a whim we went to this location. Just needed a good lunch. It took us a few to order because we weren't familiar with the menu. Then we quick got our order in as the place started to fill at lunchtime. I had the Reuben Salad, as it had been recommended to me. This location does a steady stream of pick up as well. Our server was fabulous. Attentive, but didn't hover. Made sure we had everything we needed. We felt special and this was a great visit for us. We will be back. Thanks for being in our neighborhood!

★★★★★ 5.0 David Lang · Sep 2022

Nikki must be a PHD in sandwich making. Can it get any better. Yes it does. Good but you knew that. The people were good too. YOU NEED LOTS MORE CARROTS ON ALL YOUR SOUPS. THANKS Now also the best sandwich fixer in Cincinnati on Smiley road in forest park. Nikki is and trains others as well. Along with the best waitress Stephanie too.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Sandwich shopFast food restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant

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