Alidoro - SoHo

I've mentioned this place a few times before, finally got around to taking a picture of one of their masterpiece sandwiches. Alidoro is currently at the top of my list for Italian deli sandwiches--they are supreme in every category. The ingredients are the highest quality and freshest I've ever had when it comes to breads, mozzarella and especially prosciutto. A tad on the expensive side, most sandwiches are $10 or more, but this is a rare exception since each sandwich is absurdly delicious.

I suggest that you order any of the sandwiches with prosciutto--it's the best I've ever had. A lot of times prosciutto in too tough so when you bite into a sandwich you end pulling out the whole strip of prosciutto with it. However, Alidoro's prosciutto is the perfect consistency, so thinly sliced, salty and savory--each bite is severed cleanly. Along with top notch oils, sweet peppers, dried tomatoes and fresh mozzarella, I am confident in saying that all of Alidoro's sandwiches are delectable.

Something I should mention about this place is that it has a sort of reputation. The best way to explain it would be to liken it to the Soup Nazi episode of Seinfeld:



You'll see signs about no whining, cell phones, ordering custom sandwiches, asking questions, etc. And I've heard multiple stories of ejections from the store and rude behavior. I think it's sort of their characters for the store, but a lot of people some genuinely put-off by the vibe. I don't really care, because the sandwiches are the bomb. I suggest the Dino and the Pavarotti (picture above). Try anything on foccacia bread as well--it's perfect.

105 Sullivan St., New York, NY 10012, 212 334 5179