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Ambrosio Market & Deli
Category: Restaurants Portuguese Portuguese [Edit]
225 Menzies StreetVictoria, BC V8V 2G6
(250) 590-3354
2 reviews for Ambrosio Market & Deli
2 reviews in English
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Review from Russel L.
Victoria, BC
7/7/2010
Ambrosio Market and Deli: Deli-cious in James Bay...Yes, I'm Punny
When I want a sandwich. I make one. If I don't do that, I generally go to Subway. I know the menu, I know what I like, it's cheap (sorry, "inexpensive"). With the amount of service out there, you would think I would mix it up a bit more...well, you're right. On a recommendation for a co-worker, I was directed to Ambrosio Market and Deli. Haven't heard of it? Maybe it's time you did.
THE ORDER:
Located on Menzies in James Bay (or at least the branch I visited), Ambrosio is a delicatessen filled with a little bit of everything - cheeses, meats, ice cream...you know, a deli. At the sandwich Ambrosio Market and Deli: Deli cious in James Bay...Yes, I'm Punnyback of the store is a high counter where they take your orders for paninis or Portuguese sandwiches. Picking your "sambo" is a little different. After selecting your meat, you're given a checklist that includes condiments and specialty items. (i.e. sundried tomatoes, pesto, etc.). Once you check off the little boxes and hand it to the lady behind the counter, they get to work. Voila, yummy sandwich.
THE SERVICE:
The first thing that stood out to me was the smiles The two ladies that helped me genuinely seemed to be happy to be there and to see me. (Note: if you're faking, I don't care. Nicely done). They were helpful with the process of picking a sandwich, which I had never done there before, by walking me through it and answering questions as I went along. "Does pesto cost more?" (it didn't). "How many items can I check off?" (lots). And they didn't make me feel like an idiot for asking. Very important!
There was a little friendly banter which didn't seem forced. And after just a few minutes...though I was only one of two customers they were helping...my sandwich was ready. If I had one issue with the whole experience was that the debit machine brought up that automatic tip function when I'm getting counter service. But you know what? I was so happy with the place I didn't mind dropping a dollar (find tip for a $5 purchase).
THE CONCLUSION:
Ambrosio Market and Deli in James Bay is definitely a place to consider instead of the usual chains and food courts. Great stop for a summer "sambo" (I really like that pseudo-word). -
Review from Bill S.
12/28/2011
This restaurant is out of business. For Lease sign in the window...
