AJ Feuerman

Publicist | Social Media Strategist | Brunch Fanatic

  • Home
  • About
    • Portfolio
    • Affiliations
  • New Business
  • Pro Tips
  • Foodie
    • Brunch Is My Favorite
  • Tech
  • Pop Culture
  • Around LA

The Mother of All Indulgence – Fat Sal’s Deli

February 12, 2018 By AJ Leave a Comment

Truly, Fat Sal’s Deli can only be described as indulgent. It’s the mothership of food-crazy. With locations in Hollywood, Westwood, San Diego, Austin, and Encino, Fat Sal’s does everything to put their customers first with over-the-top service and an over-the-top menu, built from only the freshest and best ingredients. Their shops are super inviting and fun — their staff is the same. Do not go here if you’re on a health kick, my friends. You go here for nothing but comfort food on crack and good times.

Fat Sal's Deli

I came to know of Sal’s through Instagram. Their menu is made for it. At a place where items on the menu includes a “Pastrami Western Burger,” “Bacon Cheeseburger Fries” and the “Big Fat Fatty” (this is a $50 food challenge you have to down in 40 minutes or less), you can imagine what kinds of things show up in photos online. So at the risk of crossing my arteries, I have just always wanted to try it. But I took it “easy” on my first visit.

As a self-proclaimed connoisseur of French fries, I gravitated toward the Buffalo Chicken Cheese Fries which, in addition to fries, has chopped chicken fingers, melted cheddar and mozzarella, buffalo hot sauce and blue cheese dressing. I had to make sure the hot sauce wouldn’t be too spicy (I’m a pansy) and I was thankful it was more of a tangy wing sauce than something that’d burn my tongue off. And as much as I love fries, I gotta tell ya, what really got me on this dish was the chicken! It was cubed chunks, perfectly cooked, very tasty and if it was just those with the sauces, I’d be perfectly happy.

Fat Sal's Deli

They’re smart to serve it in a to-go container. Lord knows I could never finish that in one sitting (but kudos to those who can). But I was quite happy to come back to it the next day and find all the pieces of chicken I’d missed beforehand.

I did require a tasty beverage to wash it down with, too, of course. And they are rather famous for their milkshakes so I did not mess around. I leaned right over that counter and asked for whatever is the most popular. The #5 was alluring purely because it comes with a “whole slice of cheesecake” but I was secretly relieved when they told me the #4 is the most popular — it’s vanilla ice cream, oreo cookies, caramel and sea salt. Put sea salt on caramel on anything and I’m here for it.

Fat Sal's Deli

But ish is gettin’ real crazy, cause Sal done gone added this madness to his menu: The “Fat Fuhgettaboutit.” A sandwich to end all sandwiches with (and I am not joking) cheeseburger, chicken fingers, bacon, mozzarella sticks, French fries, ranch dressing ON A SLICE OF PIZZA. I did not try it, guys, but it’s like an accident on the 405 freeway. I should not slow down but dammit, I can’t help it. I have to stare at it for just a second. (And when I have finally recovered from the buffalo fries and milkshake combo of glory, I will recruit five to 10 of you to come try this thing with me. I will not go it alone.)

Fat Sal's Deli

Filed Under: Foodie Tagged With: bar food, buffalo chicken fries, Comfort Food, Fat Sals, Fat Sals Deli, Fuhgettaboutit, oreo shake, pizza sandwich

"Today I will be classy and elegant. Or, I will spill on my shirt and trip over things."

SUBSCRIBE


AJ's Hollywood Brunch: An exclusive e-newsletter about my favorite subject! E-mail address:

Reach Me

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Tweets

Most Recent Posts

  • Happy Holidays!
  • LA Quarantine Life Delivery Hacks
  • Quarantine Has Made Me Greedy
  • Friday Favorites in Quarantine Life
  • Why I am Voting Yes on Prop 22
  • Friday Favorites – Except Not On Friday

On Instagram – @AJFEUERMAN

This is my curated “book” of inspiration. I ke This is my curated “book” of inspiration. I keep these quotes or odes in my favorite photos folder in my phone and oftentimes, at least one of these little cards brings me a lot of comfort. If any of all of them do that for you, I am happy to share them. Scroll through, read, and let these ideas sink in. #mentalhealth #quarantinelife #selflove #selfcare #inspo #instaquote #instaquotes #instagood #friendship
I was talking with some friends today about teache I was talking with some friends today about teachers. And it made me think about my most favorite teachers. At U of A, Professor Bernardi recognized my talent for writing and inspired me to wish for bigger things. He helped me see, at a very tough time, that I could still achieve great things. But I never would have found such a love for writing were it not for Mr. Perry, my English teacher in my senior year of high school, who taught me that every word should have a purpose. And in high school, there was also Mr. Thomas, who instilled in me a deep love of history. I also thought about my beloved elementary school teachers - there were a few at my school I adored. Among them, Mrs. Borin who was just a cool, cool lady. She was a forward-thinker and I was lucky that after my fourth grade year, she moved up to sixth grade so I got to have her again. And pictured with me here is Mrs. Klepetar, who happens to be my friend's Mom (something we did not even put together until we'd been friends for a few years), who recognized a seven year old who flat out resented math but got her to take a little more pride in it with customized extra credit assignments -- she gave me an audience to show my work and that was pretty clever. THANK YOUR TEACHERS, friends. ESPECIALLY NOW. They help shape the adults we become. #teachersrule #Thankyouteachers #TBT
There’s been quite a surge of puppies at the dog There’s been quite a surge of puppies at the dog park lately and I’m here for it. 🐾❤️🐾❤️ #puppies #quarantinepuppy #doggos #rescuedogs #dogpark
Listen. If making Ted Cruz look stupid is what fin Listen. If making Ted Cruz look stupid is what finally makes me go viral, I would be incredibly happy. (Not that he hasn’t made himself look stupid repeatedly all on his own.) Template co. of @scottperry on the last slide. #tedcruz #cancuncruz #cancunted
Hint: This is a #GIVEAWAY POST! I was catching som Hint: This is a #GIVEAWAY POST! I was catching some good light while I cleaned my apartment today so why not a #cosplay #maskselfie? @myshieldmask is actually a client now but was my favorite mask brand before that happened, I swear. They’re soft and comfortable and come out great when I wash them. Also, loads of colors and patterns to choose from, sizes, etc. Basically I can’t gush enough about them. (10 Points for Gryffindor!!!) AND if you are a RAVENCLAW, I have a mask for you, too. (See: Next slide.) Drop a comment if you want to be in the raffle. #wearamask #quarantinelife #harrypotter #ravenclaw #gryffindor
My baby turns THREE today! My attempt to recreate My baby turns THREE today! My attempt to recreate the first photo was hysterical. 😂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY NEVILLE! We will celebrate with lots of treats, belly rubs, and dog park time (which is how he lives daily anyway - his life is pretty great).
I can’t shake the feeling I’m being watched. 👀 #somebodyswatchingme #privateeyes
Happy SEVENTY FIRST (71 YEARS!!!!!) anniversary to Happy SEVENTY FIRST (71 YEARS!!!!!) anniversary to my grandparents. We have no idea what this photo is from but I just love it. #TBT
Load More... Follow on Instagram

ADS


Categories

Archives

PRIVACY | TERMS & CONDITIONS

COPYRIGHT © 2018 · AJ FEUERMAN

AJ@AJFEUERMAN.COM