Italian Centre Shop • Downtown/Little Italy
The OG location of the best grocery store in the city. There are several Italian Centre locations but the Little Italy/McCauley location has the most flair. This place is an Edmonton institution that's been around for fifty years. The sandwiches are legendary, the aisles are full of imported European foods right next to the local, and the deli is quite frankly epic. The deli staff know what's up, so grab your deli number from the ticket dispenser and try to decide whether you want cheeses, meats or olives (or all three - go off!) Look for the taxidermy and huge vats of grape juice, and whatever you do, don’t miss catching a championship soccer game with all the Italians in the cafe, which is always hopping. The people watching can't be beat. Filled up your cart already? Don't worry: you'll be back.
Pro tip: get your deli number first, then shop the aisles until it’s your turn to stock up on charcuterie.
The OG location of the best grocery store in the city. There are several Italian Centre locations but the Little Italy/McCauley location has the most flair. This place is an Edmonton institution that's been around for fifty years. The sandwiches are legendary, the aisles are full of imported European foods right next to the local, and the deli is quite frankly epic. The deli staff know what's up, so grab your deli number from the ticket dispenser and try to decide whether you want cheeses, meats or olives (or all three - go off!) Look for the taxidermy and huge vats of grape juice, and whatever you do, don’t miss catching a championship soccer game with all the Italians in the cafe, which is always hopping. The people watching can't be beat. Filled up your cart already? Don't worry: you'll be back.
Pro tip: get your deli number first, then shop the aisles until it’s your turn to stock up on charcuterie.
