The sandwiches are good, don't try and look at the menu online, it's outdated. Two of the three…read moresandwiches I wanted, he no longer offers. Other then that, you got a good amount of meat in your sandwich and it's delicious.

"Will you come with me? Won't you come with me?…read moreCome hear Uncle John's Band" (Grateful Dead) We picked up two sandwiches on a hard roll for lunch a few days ago. There's a small menu board up on the wall behind the counter that is pretty hard to read, we had better luck reading the hand written paper signs taped to the showcase. A Ham and Cheese and an Italy's Best (Genoa salami, Proscuitto, Cappicola, fresh mozzarella, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, roasted red peppers, hot cherry peppers, and oil and vinegar) were $8.50 each. As we waited for the sandwiches to be prepared I, walked around the store and checked out the aisles of canned goods, and groceries. We also saw a small freezer with raviolis, gnocchis and sausages My Italy's best was pretty good -great flavor with an average portion size of meats. Customer service was odd - neither sandwich was cut in half and I don't think I've ever had a sandwich on a hard roll that wasn't cut in half. We popped some cash into the tip jar and that was met with either silence or indifference, and that always grinds my gears.

Great service, great prices, wonderful ambiance, and one of the best blt's I've had. Definitely…read morerecommended on the way to or from burr pond state park, or if you have any business in the area. Total gem!

It's called the Rusty General Store (next to the Rusty Nail Bar and Grill), but the store part…read moreseems to be more ceremonial. There were some token non-perishable groceries, but the main attraction is definitely the sandwiches. The store is on the site of the Burr's Mill, and a few yards from the Sue Grossman Still River Greenway. There even appears to be parking for the Greenway across the street. I had a BEC breakfast sandwich, and it was hot and eggy. The egg was perfectly proportioned to the roll, and would definitely go back for more or to try a lunch sandwich. They do have daily specials - the day I was there they were pushing a buffalo mac and cheese available on a sandwich or as a stand alone dish. The women at the deli were even kind enough to send my dog a piece of cheese when they noticed him being walked in the parking lot (an especially kind gesture because I did not plan to share my breakfast sandwich). They also have an ice cream station that serves local Peaches N Cream ice cream (although not particularly hopping in November). There is indoor and outdoor seating, and parking seems sufficient for the two businesses.

Been to Giannis Deli a couple of times now. First visit, I was wanting a meatball grinder (I had…read moreheard Giannis made decent meatballs), but I was told they didn't have any at that time, so I settled for a chicken parm sandwich. Chicken parm sandwich was alright, but I was disappointed about not being able to try the meatballs. So I came back a few weeks later and order a meatball grinder. I was underwhelmed with the sub, meatballs were bland. I also feel the prices are a bit on the higher side. Not seeing a reason to return for mediocre food, a weak 3 Star rating, IMO.

Reading the response to my previous post from the business owner will tell you everything you need…read moreto know about this establishment . Fake Italian deli and unprofessional business owner.

A go-to when in the area. The ice cream is great. There are great options for everyone. Awesome!read more

Consistently a great stop! RGS has evolved into a hybrid restaurant/ general store. The center is…read morenow a row of tables, and outside seating remains. The ice cream list, baked goods, and lunch offerings have all grown, and cold drinks and beer still lines the wall. You can find RGS and FALPS souvenirs, but the bathroom remains elusive as ever. Kind staff and welcoming coffee smell as always. Frozen shepherds pie, lasagna and pies are in the freezer case.

Great sandwiches! I've ordered mostly grinders, and rolls from Jimmy's, but over the last year I've…read morebeen here multiple times a month. The turkey and roast beef are my go to lunch meats and they have generous portions. Love the horseradish cheddar they offer too. The food is high quality and they've never made a mistake on my orders or made me wait too long. I also appreciate the online ordering system they offer so you can save time. I don't live in Torrington, so for me it's really convenient. Highly recommend you try this spot.

This place has the authentic, old-school atmosphere you hope to find in a longtime Italian market,…read moreand the people working there could not have been more welcoming. You can immediately understand why it has been a staple of the Torrington community for decades. I'm looking forward to returning to try the frozen pastas, specialty items, and famous hot buffet, which I did not sample during this visit. Unfortunately, the deli sandwich itself fell short of what I had hoped for. The portion was generous, but the selection was somewhat limited. I ordered mine on what was described as a "hard roll," but there was nothing hard or crusty about it. It seemed to be ordinary soft bread shaped into roll form--fluffy, nearly tasteless, and without the character or soul of a proper Italian roll. It detracted considerably from an otherwise generously made sandwich. The retail-brand white and wheat bread displayed for customers who wanted sliced bread should probably have been a clue that authentic Italian loaves were not part of the deli selection. Since it is tomato season, I was also disappointed that the tomato and all produce on my sandwich's. They tasted as though they had been nearly frozen - bought cheaply as commodities. Like the bread, unimportant to the sandwich experience ? Two stars overall: two for the genuinely tremendous people and one for the history, authenticity, and wonderful old-school character of the store. There is a great deal to appreciate here, and I will gladly return--but next time, I'll explore the prepared foods and specialty items rather than the deli sandwiches.

A very under appreciated place in the northeast corner. Good food, excellent selection and good…read moreprices.

Great place. Love their tuna sub. Deli closes at 4pm on weekdays (2hrs before the store) but they…read moredon't tell you that until you show up hungry in person at 4:00pm and the only employee uses the next 5 minutes while you wait patiently inside, to take all of the signs down.

This is just a review on the store; I did not try the deli part of the General Store. This is…read morelocated in kind of an obscure spot, and the locals must love it to grab a cup of coffee or emergency pasta instead of schlepping all the way to Winstead. There is, in point of fact, a coffee station to that end. There is also a cooler for bait, vaping and smoking supplies, and your regular chips and drinks. It's a really cute shop, lots of open space to walk around. Parking is a little limited, but honestly unless there's a fishermen's rush for bait can't imagine that's a problem.

Drive further down the road for a better sandwich. Stopped…read morein for a smoked turkey sandwich & a coffee this morning . There was a older man making the sandwich. It was terrible . I owned a deli for 10 years and know what a sandwich is supposed to look like. For 6.00 I received a stale hard roll, two paper thin pieces of turkey which was less than a ounce of meat & 1 paper thin 3/4 slice of yellow rubbery cheese. I should have photographed it because we just kept staring at it in disbelief. Drive up to the Riverton General store or go to the Better Half Bistro or get a sandwich at Michelangelo's but run away from this deli as if your hair was on fire.

I stopped into Petraroia Deli on a recent weekday and was immediately charmed by this classic…read moreItalian-style deli tucked into a beautiful old red-brick building. From the moment you see the elegant vintage sign and bright red double doors, you know you're in for something authentic. The interior feels warm and welcoming, with a big, clear menu board that makes ordering easy. They have a solid selection of hot and cold sandwiches, breakfast options, and coffee. I went with one of their specials -- it looked like a chicken cutlet or eggplant variation with fresh greens (possibly arugula), roasted red peppers or similar, and what appeared to be a touch of egg or cheese. Whatever it was, it was excellent. The sandwich came on a perfect crusty Italian roll -- the bread was fresh with a great chew and slight crisp on the outside. The fillings were generous, flavorful, and well-balanced. The greens added a nice peppery bite that cut through the richness of the protein and any sauces. It was one of those sandwiches where every bite tastes just as good as the last. Service was friendly and efficient (the guy behind the counter was busy but still took time to make sure everything was right). The place has that old-school deli atmosphere mixed with modern touches -- exactly what you want when you're craving a quality sandwich. If you're in the area and looking for a no-nonsense, delicious deli sandwich made with care, Petraroia Deli is worth a visit. I'll definitely be back to try more from the hot sandwich list (the Porchetta and Chicken Cordon Bleu both caught my eye). Pro tip: Check their hours -- they appear to be closed on Mondays. *Highly recommend the fried artichoke sandwich. .

Petraroia Deli has delicious sandwiches. They offer a great variety that isn't available elsewhere…read more The roasted pork on the Cuban was outstanding.

VERY generous portions in the grinder Very nice staff…read moreGreat, fresh, grinder bread It's entirely possible that this is their style, and I needed to say I want an equal portion of each meat Sandwich was made exactly how they normally make it, swap American cheese for provolone. Here's the issue. So. Soo soooooo flavorless and bland. It tasted mostly like bologna. Sandwich was ~30 layers of ham. 1 very thin layer of mortadella. 1 very thin layer of salami. Lettuce, tomato, onion. And if the vinegar was used, it was completely without flavor or color. I'm used to a couple more meats than that and occasionally a meat get la a layer or two more than another. But it was essentially a ham and cheese grinder with a thin garnish of salami and mortadella for $17.99+tax. I love Italian combos, this one broke my heart and I debated all day whether to leave this review. Guys.... If you're going to charge top dollar for a sub, you gotta make an effort on quality.

The food was delivered hot and fresh The Meatball Grinder had just enough sauce and a dash of…read moresweetness, we asked for Provelone and thats what we got. The 2nd Grinder was a Cheesesteak, tender juicey beef slices. THE Service is always friendly.

Amazing. 10/10. Constantly raising the bar for us all. I felt extremely welcomed and celebrated…read moreupon entering the establishment.

Best BLT I've had in 10 years. Just perfect! And the staff couldn't be nicer. Great place!read more