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A&C GROCERY
131 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04101, United States
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A&C GROCERY
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El
Review №1

This establishment serves food. I think it tastes good, and it is carefully prepared using arguably well-sourced ingredients. If you expect to be treated like royalty, don’t bother. If you expected to be treated fairly and like an equal, step right up and order a darned good sammich.

Da
Review №2

Killer simple fried chicken sandwich and great service.

Ja
Review №3

Guy was a total you know what on the phone. Also how old is this menu on Google maps? How many years has this been outdated? Solid 1 star for you pal.

JF
Review №4

Don’t miss the pulled pork sandwich. The REAL Italian is a marvel of sandwiches. Expect to hang out with good conversation while Joe prepares awesome food. A&C also has one of the best breakfast sandwiches in town. Beer and wine available to bring home or consume on the premises. Locally sourced produce available in season. While on Washington Ave. do not make the mistake of passing this gem.Update 8/26/19 Full beer selection to enjoy with their great sandwich’s. In house smoked Pastrami is now available!

Al
Review №5

One of the best cheeseburgers you can get in Portland. And by far the best Italian. Customer service is great and Joe is always willing to get to know his customers on a personal level. Stop in and stay awhile. Wont regret it.

ga
Review №6

Cheeseburger was delicious, paired it with a pineapple kombucha from next door.

Ry
Review №7

Best Italian sandwich in town, their other sandwiches are probably the best too. Just in general a pretty cool place to be.

Mi
Review №8

Solid food, kind gentleman who took our order and great music. Had the cheeseburg. Tasty! I wanted the Italian but will have it next time. Also, they serve Carlsberg, so how can you not like this place?

Ka
Review №9

Mmmmm Pulled pork, Slaw and some pickles.. the best (even without bread)👌💕, also a kombucha from The Portland Zoo 🎇

k
Review №10

Great small grocer. lots of local favourites.

An
Review №11

Fried chicken sandwich is 💯

El
Review №12

Good size sandwich, fresh made! (1/2 sandwich pictured)

Ke
Review №13

Great owner, friendly staff, fun events! Interesting selection of wine, cheese, and staples! Everything from fruity pebbles to fennel! We had lots of fun at the rosé tasting this weekend.

Mi
Review №14

Amazing to have a place with friendly and people inviting you into their conversations while waiting for an amazing sandwich. Georges North Shore roast beef for the entire family was amazing! Some seats and outdoor gas fire to stay toasty.

Ar
Review №15

I hate to give this place such a low rating, but unfortunately I feel like it is necessary after eating the “Italian sandwich”. The fillings of the sandwich were good, but the bread was incredibly stale. For a sandwich that is $14 you would expect the whole package.

Sa
Review №16

This place is seriously great - a must have lunch in Portland.

Sc
Review №17

Amazing pulled pork sandwich! I am a pulled pork sandwich aficionado and this was top notch. The aroma of the smoky pork is what hits you first but its the slaw dressing and the sauce combined with that pork that really pulls (no pun intended) it all together. And he stocks some great local craft beers. I will bring my pulled pork-loving friends here and they will buy me beer for introducing them to the greatness of A & C.

ji
Review №18

I do not want to write this review. Im going to say its one of the best lunch spots in Portland, a true hidden gem. Ill go on about the fabulous food, the best burger, a great house made pastrami, a stellar breakfast sandwich etc etc. Ill probably ramble on about how awesome the people working there are, all friendly and helpful - genuinely happy to make you happy with the food. I might even mention the fantastic social media presence they maintain. Seriously, they have pot pies in the winter. But heres the thing, if I write all that great stuff you will just end up going there again and again and again because you will fall in love with it like I have. Then youll tell all your friends to go here and then they will love it. That will be bad for me, because I wont be able to get a seat. So, bottom line - dont go here. I will let you know when it is safe to do so. OK, maybe go once, only so you know how good food can actually be.

Er
Review №19

Great sandwich every time. The italian is fantastic.

Ff
Review №20

Such a cool little spot. Great use of space and some awesome food to round it off. Everyone here is super nice! Definitely worth checking out!

Ab
Review №21

Visited A&C for my first time ever today! Had the burger and my friend from jersey had the Italian, which she said was the best she had in Portland! The burger was phenomenal, as well as the customer service. Will definitely be visiting again!

Am
Review №22

Good cheap wine and beer on the patio. Dog friendly.

Ro
Review №23

Window service, straight-to-the-point sandwiches, even better people. If you want a fast delicious classic Italian sub/burger/cheesesteak/friend chicken sandwich, this is the only place in Portland to go.

Ry
Review №24

Im still thinking about my Italian sandwich days after having eaten it. From the roll, down to the sliced-to-order cold cuts, this thing was a marvel. There are a ton of flavors working together, with no single one overpowering any of the others. We were visiting from out of town and were lucky enough to be told about this spot. Dont miss it!Oh yeah, Joe is pretty cool too.

Ja
Review №25

The scene on Washington Ave continues to step up with this gem of a grocery and sandwich counter. The grocery selection items were exactly what I look for in a local, curated neighborhood grocery experience and the roast beef sandwich that I took away for lunch was perfect. Like, actually one of the best roast beef sandwiches Ive ever had. The owner seems like a chill guy who enjoys what he does, and that energy permeates this spot. Ill be coming here again. And again. And again.

La
Review №26

Really good food, good service, able to sit outside. The Italian and pulled pork sandwiches were very good. Will be going back to try the breakfast sandwiches.

cH
Review №27

Excellent grub. Never disappointed. Never skimping on ingredients.

Ma
Review №28

Joe has been part of the Portland food movement since before there was one, and his grocery doesnt disappoint. Killer selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, crazy good (and inexpensive) daily sandwich specials. I hear the breakfast sandwich is best in town, but I havent had it yet.

Ga
Review №29

The worst part of my breakfast sandwich this morning was having to take the last bite...Not only were the eggs fluffy, flavorful, and filling, they were locally sourced and it made all the difference.Perfect price point for a quality, well seasoned and constructed sandwich which can be hard to find in Portland these days.Will be a return customer for sure.

To
Review №30

A&C is a perfect little neighborhood deli and grocery--high quality local produce and beverages with the best sandwiches in town being made in the back kitchen. Best Italian sub Ive ever had!

Cl
Review №31

Great little neighborhood convenient store and deli! Nice variety of products appealing to different needs: you can get a drink and snack or you can plan a meal. Packaged goods, staples, vegetables, deli meats, local products, and good beer and wine selection.

Br
Review №32

Guys were nice, food wasnt that god especially considering the price.

Jo
Review №33

Locally owned, delicious apple grilled cheese , good beer selection, good prices. I’ll be back. Recommended.

Mg
Review №34

Sells fresh bread from local bakeries if you get there early enough. The cheese & charcuterie case is enticing. Also sells regular grocery items, in the woke vein.

GA
Review №35

Yummy burger

Ji
Review №36

Best burger in town!

MB
Review №37

Small selection but good quality sandwiches!

Sa
Review №38

Fantastic food

Do
Review №39

Food is great and the people are great. I highly recommend it.

Sa
Review №40

Great neighborhood store. Tiny but covers the essentials & the luxuries. You could walk in here with no idea of what to make for dinner, and find inspiration and everything you need in one place.

Li
Review №41

Not clear on their target market. Good place to stop for one or two items but its priced for convenience. The one sandwich I ate was tasty, but again over priced.

Jo
Review №42

The Italian sandwich was delicious.Among the best .

Jo
Review №43

Super selection! Super service! The guy that works there is pretty damn cute too!

J
Review №44

I have had hundreds of Italian cold cut sandwiches. The one from A&C is was the best I have ever had.

An
Review №45

Great place to grab a sandwich or ingredients for dinner. Great beer and wine selection

Ja
Review №46

Quality products, interesting selection of wine, and breakfast eggers as good as any in town.

Ro
Review №47

A little overwhelming when you walk in. The product on the shelving looks a little disorganized, but a decent selection that will probably evolve as the consumer base dictates.Didn’t get anything this time, but I am intrigued by one of the rolls I saw in the photos on here.

MM
Review №48

The owner is super accommodating, the lunches are delicious and reasonably priced. A jem on Washington Ave.!

Je
Review №49

My go-to spot for the things I forgot. Everything is top-notch and hyper-local.

ke
Review №50

Excellent food and really cool vibe!!

be
Review №51

Great, small local market. Deli sandwiches were stellar.

Re
Review №52

Always a delight.

Pa
Review №53

A perfect cheeseburger

Wa
Review №54

Excellent food

Er
Review №55

Solid sandwiches.

Ma
Review №56

B. Stale, L. OK, T. OK

JK
Review №57

The small storefront hides delicious sandwiches, the holiday-limited BBQ sandwich is very ecstasy, and the smoked eight-hour barbecue is delicious!So glad to step in this cute store. The BBQ sandwich is amazing! Definitely visit again.

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4.7 Rating
  • Address:131 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04101, United States
  • Site:http://aandcgrocery.com/
  • Phone:+1 207-329-4314
Categories
  • Cheese shop
  • Sandwich shop
  • Lunch restaurant
  • Produce market
  • Wine store
Working hours
  • Monday:11AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:11AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:11AM–6PM
  • Thursday:11AM–6PM
  • Friday:11AM–6PM
  • Saturday:11AM–6PM
  • Sunday:11AM–6PM
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Popular for
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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