Vice President Kamala Harris stops at Philly's famous deli

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Vice President Kamala Harris made a campaign stop at Famous 4th Street Delicatessen in Philadelphia today.

“Knock on wood, God willing, we will win,” Harris told the crowd before shaking hands and taking selfies as she campaigned for votes across the commonwealth.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker visited Harris at the deli in the Queen Village neighborhood. The historic Philadelphia restaurant is known for its traditional Jewish cuisine and boasts of having been in operation since 1923.

Dozens of locals waited outside to catch a glimpse of the Democratic presidential candidate, but 17-year-old Ethan Cruz was able to experience the event up close and personal.

“I gave her a pastrami sandwich with mustard and potato pancakes on the side,” Cruz said. “Some people call them latkes, which is more of a Jewish thing. This is a very Jewish, kosher-style deli.”

Cruz, who attends Constitution High School, said he was getting an early dismissal today due to a pinning ceremony for seniors. But he was even more pleased to have the opportunity to work during the Vice President's special visit.

“When I was at the Flyers game last night, I got a text saying I was accepted by the Secret Service to come and work and help out today, so I was really excited to do that,” said the teen, who described his interaction with Harris as “jovial.”

“She was so happy when she came in! She talked about the smell of the place; it smells like a regular deli,” he added.