Pastrami Queen’s matzo ball soup is built around a simple chicken broth, usually served with a single matzo ball and optional noodles.[3][7][12] The broth tends to mirror the straightforward style of the deli’s other soups, emphasizing clean, savory flavors that frame the matzo ball rather than compete with it.[7][12] The ball is typically medium to large in size, with a tender interior that breaks apart easily in the spoon and absorbs the broth well.[3][12] Several guides to the city’s Jewish delis list this soup among the Upper East Side options for those pairing hot soup with a pastrami sandwich.[3][7][12]