Girodano's Italian Deli

Owner operated, Giordano’s Deli is in a very small strip center on the edge of U.S. 1 and 21st Street, near downtown Vero Beach. Drive too fast toward the curve and you will miss this place entirely.

I’ve eaten here over a dozen times in the last year and have always enjoyed 5-star service. While I've tried several different subs and hoagies, my favorite is the “Italian Special.” A sub roll stuffed with Provolone cheese, ham, capicola, pepperoni, Genoa salami, with lettuce and tomato, onion, hot peppers, seasoning, oil, and vinegar. While I’ve had this sub both toasted and cold. my preference leans toward the cold.

Seeking a vegetarian substitute? The special today was a marinated portabella mushroom with fresh spinach, sundried tomatoes, fresh basil, and feta cheese. Served toasted, it’s a great addition to the menu for those seeking a vegetarian option. I’m not a vegetarian, so I will stick with the “mainline” Italian sandwiches and meals. Interesting taste and nothing wrong with the sub - I’m just more of a meat and potatoes man.

Eat in or take it to go. Gardens salads, lunch platters and even dessert. Catering offered as well. Cash or check for your payment – no credit cards accepted. A few tables inside – a few more outside. A comfortable place to relax for a quick meal.

Giordano’s is a clean establishment with friendly and polite staff. Like I said earlier, it’s owner operated, so you have that “Mom and Pop” type atmosphere. They share a parking lot with a nail salon and Sushi place. Just be careful how you exit as varying traffic patterns exist ride outside the deli.

William E. Lewis Jr.
Vero Beach, Florida.