Deli Republic

Finally, a REAL delicatessen in the Alexandria + Rosebery foodie haven. The deli counter here is phenomenal , certainly on par with some Haberfield delicatessens. They also have many deli groceries and produce too including really good Italian pasta, a huge range of sauces (if jar sauce is your thing) and even some fresh produce. The panini are absolutely awesome, as are the toasties. The gluten free panino (roll) is almost as good as the 'normal' panino. That is a rarity. The coffee is good, but not the best in Alexandria. The service is satisfactory, without being amazing. But look past that and go for a panino or for the really good deli produce, whether that be sliced or cut fresh, or in a jar, packet or tin. Delicatessens with a huge range of cured meats and cheeses are a lot harder to find than they should be in Sydney, but this one has it all, even if the coffee and service is not up to the level of their food.

I will dream of this sandwich when I’m hungry possibly forever. Aside from that my sister asked if they had gluten free bread (I’m shy and gluten gives stomach troubles), a lovely human from the kitchen came out to check if I was coeliac and explained shared sandwhich press, which is no issue for me, but I appreciated the care and understanding. The pickles, the sauerkraut even the shaved corned beef. So darned good! Perfect!