Pemberwick Xchange Deli got its start over 80 years ago. The grandparents of current owner Steve Pugliese opened a neighborhood grocery store in the 1920s. In the 1950s, Steve's father built the current building next door to the original grocery store and opened a soda fountain shop. When his grandparents retired, the family combined the two shops and eventually turned it into a deli.
Today, "The Xchange" provides the local community with hot deli sandwiches and daily specials. It is still a family business, with Steve, his wife and three daughters all helping out, and despite the changing times, the store has managed to hold on to its tight-knit, community vibe. On Saturdays, Pemberwick Xchange Deli becomes quite the gathering place.
Castleview Deli & Catering was started by former Greenwich resident, Louis Spiro–a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America who prides himself on making dishes from scratch. In addition to traditional deli sandwiches, he also offers daily hot specials, soups and a full-salad bar. Since the deli is a bit off-the-beaten path, it has become a popular meeting spot for the regulars, who Spiro and his wife have gotten to know quite well. Castleview also offers breakfast, lunch and catering services for all occasions.
Located across from the local fire station, the aptly named Firehouse Deli, has been a family-run business in the Byram-area since 1996. Known for "the biggest wedges around," the store is a popular place for local kids to come for lunch. Owner Anthony Labrosciano likes to keep things simple: just food and drinks. The store sells deli sandwiches, as well as prepared hot food, and offers delivery and catering services to its customers. One can visit the website to see a full menu or to place an order online.
The Olive Branch Café is a deli-style restaurant offering a wide selection of breakfast and lunch entrées, and afternoon snacks. It serves egg sandwiches, hot paninis, salads, baked desserts, gelato, fresh fruit and a large selection of drinks. Customers can dine in or take out. Catering and delivery are also available.
This Stop & Shop branch is located across from A&P Fresh in Greenwich. The store offers a large selection of food, beverages and household supplies. In addition to a meat and seafood shop, cheese shop and bakery, the supermarket will write money orders and cash checks. There is also a Coinstar machine, recycling machine and DVD rentals through Red Box. Propane tanks, ice, firewood and mulch can all be found outdoors.
Established in 1801, the Round Hill Store is the oldest store of its kind in the area. Owners John and Robin Vanacore like to think of the place as a general store that sells a little bit of everything.
In addition to its deli, the store sells penny candy, fruits and vegetables, dried and canned goods, household items, flower and vegetable seeds and toys.
The Round Hill Store is really half store and half museum. Mr. Vanacore is a Lionel model train collector and dealer and also carries a large assortment of antique books, sheet music, games, toys and other trinkets from the past 200 years.
The couple claims to have the best coffee in town, blended locally to their specifications. They also sell Greek Ariston Olive Oil in easily refillable bottles.
Although secluded from the rest of Greenwich, the Round Hill Store has an incredibly tight-knit, community feel. Mr. Vanacore points out that they try to be good neighbors, often loaning out tools or staying open late to run store generators when the power goes out in town.
Corbo's Corner Deli has been in business for the past nine years. It is a small, fast and quick-stop deli that provides good food and a great atmosphere. Corbo's Corner Deli is run by Greenwich residents and owners Matt Watson and Jon Czarnecki.
Named after Jon's grandfather, Corbo's offers traditional cold and hot deli sandwiches as well as breakfast, salads and a steam table special. The deli also provides private and corporate catering services out of its Cos Cob store. On the other hand, what makes this deli shop truly unique is its personal charm, may it be the blasting stereo or the wall with customer signed currency from around the world.
Be sure to try The Dude Ranch (#23) or The Bruin (#19). If you aren't on the west side of town, check out Corbo's Corner Deli's other locations at 59 East Putnam Ave in Cos Cob and 1380 East Putnam Ave in Old Greenwich.
This catering restaurant features a wide variety of food options, including fried chicken, freshly made salads, wraps, homemade soup and daily specials. Online ordering is available.
Located in the center of Byram, Executive Corner Deli and Catering offers high-end comfort foods to its dedicated customer base. Owner Kevin Allmashy has been a chef for over 20 years, and worked in the hotel and fine dining industry before setting up his own shop. In addition to deli sandwiches, the store does soups, salads and hot steam table specials. At Executive Corner Deli & Catering, it's all about being local and green. Kevin makes everything from scratch, purchasing products from local vendors and recycling all waste. He also runs a full corporate and private catering service. For more information and a complete menu, please visit his website.
This Subway is located at the top of Greenwich Avenue. While its speciality is the submarine sandwich, the restaurant also offers a variety of salads and soups. A special, health-conscious menu offers customers low-fat alternatives to other sandwiches.
Aux Delices is translated as "all the delicious food in life," and that is exactly what they serve. Owners Gregory Addonizio and Debra Ponzek offer the finest specialty foods and desserts. Their selection of gourmet food includes sandwiches, salads, hot foods, pastries, cakes and cookies. In addition to the Greenwich store, they have locations in Darien and Riverside, CT. Aux Delices offers full service catering for events ranging from small dinners to extravagant weddings. The store also offers cooking classes for adults and children, taught by chefs from Aux Delices and other popular restaurants in the area.