Luigi's Delicatessen

"The changing menu includes all the classics, from lasagne and spezzatino (stew) to gnocchi alla sorrentina and polpette al sugo, but I was particularly surprised by the variety of artichokes, which they serve alla romana (braised and stuffed with aromatic herbs), grilled and Sicilian (stuffed with breadcrumbs, garlic and Parmesan). The sandwiches are made with a huge range of meat (including coppa, lardo and spianata calabrese) and Italian cheeses (Auricchio, caciocavallo, taleggio and pecorino romano). Vito, the manager, appears horrified when asked if there’s seating space. Luigi’s won’t even serve coffee or offer delivery, he says, like a real old-school alimentari."