Ресторан · Queens · ⭐ 9.3/10 · 1540 reviews · $$ · updated: 2026-06-30 19:21:47
Address: 72-22 Main St, Queens, NY 11367, United States
Holy Schnitzel: Kosher Fast Food That Actually Slaps
A schnitzel hand-breaded the moment you order it, fried to a shattering crisp, stuffed into a baguette and hit with your pick of more than twenty-five house-made sauces — Holy Schnitzel’s Queens outpost proves that kosher fast-casual can compete on pure flavor, not just on certification.
The Concept
Holy Schnitzel grew from a New York original into a franchised kosher chain spanning New York, New Jersey and Florida, built on one obsession: schnitzel done properly. Everything is breaded to order — no heat lamps, no pre-fried stockpiles — and the sauce arsenal turns one cutlet into a few dozen possible sandwiches. The Queens branch serves the kosher heart of Kew Gardens Hills.
What to Order
The Kung Fu Schnitzel is the cult hit: sesame-panko crusted chicken in a baguette with pickles, sautéed onions and sauce. The Shwanitzel wrap mashes shawarma, schnitzel and fries into one gloriously excessive package, while the Tony Special stacks marinated grilled chicken with three mayos. Burger loyalists get the Double Decker or the Pastrami Burger crowned with grilled pastrami and Holy Sauce.
The Space
A clean, bright, no-ceremony fast-casual room — counter up front, tables for a quick sit-down, and a steady stream of takeout bags heading for the door. The vibe is neighborhood cafeteria at rush hour: loud, friendly and efficient.
Who It’s For
Anyone kosher-observant and tired of compromises, post-work carb seekers, and schnitzel fans of every persuasion who judge a spot by its crunch.
Good to Know
Is it certified kosher? Yes — the whole chain operates under kosher supervision, with a meat menu (no dairy).
Is it open on Saturdays? The restaurant closes for Shabbat and resumes after sundown Saturday.
What’s the signature sauce move? Ask for a flight of the house sauces — with 25+ made in-house, mixing is half the fun.
Does it deliver? Yes, delivery and takeout are core to the operation; peak hours can add a wait.
Anything vegetarian? Options are limited by design — this is a meat grill — but salads and hearty sides can carry a lighter meal.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00–23:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00–00:00 |
| Friday | 11:00–15:00 |
| Saturday | 21:00–01:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00–23:00 |
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Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 19:21:47
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Joshua was super cool, working with many customers at once, remembering every name and different personal requests. He's simply a holy manager, because he makes such super holy and tasty snacks!!
I ordered a tasty vegetable roll on a whole-grain wrap. The not-so-secret ingredient was eggplant. It was a delicious lunch. I'm sure you'll enjoy whatever you order here. The food quality was excellent, and the menu had…
I tried the Holy Schnitzel, and it was really tasty. The fries with BBQ brisket were wonderful, and the chicken wings were absolutely fire. Everything tasted fresh, and the portions were solid. Definitely a place I'd com…
The food is decent, but I didn't really like it, and there are better options. A note on the service: there are no napkins on the tables. The place seems largely geared towards families with children, so I'd only recomme…
I don’t even know where to begin with how disappointing this experience was. Holy Schnitzel had one job; to make a decent schnitzel and somehow managed to fail on every single level.
The food arrived lukewarm at best, wi…