Podesto's

I have lived in Stockton for over 20 years, and Podestos has always been known for their quality of products, a specialty store! Unfortunately, since the new ownership has taken over the product quality is not the same! I am sad we no longer have a store in town we can count on for quality products. Mostly the areas that I have noticed that are lacking in quality are, the meat department, produce and the bakery.. The meat department does not look as clean and the service is not the same! I had a very rude young man wait on me a couple of weeks ago, that has never happened in all the years that I’ve been shopping there. The bakery: I have purchased several baked goods that were inedible due to too much salt or stale, Produce: just is not at the standard it once was! But the prices are still outrageous! I always was okay with the higher prices because of the quality, but that is no longer the case. I will not be shopping there, the amount I use too. It’s really too bad, I wonder if others have had this experience as well?

The Down Fall is real. Quality decline. This WAS my favorite place to go to for delightful pastries and a great sandwich. Great food and people. I have been noticing the down fall of the bakery. The stale pastries is real. They look great but are old. I love the apricot and raspberry pockets. They are $19.99lb. After purchasing them i realized they were old. I tried 3 more different times and were stale also. Its like they are days old. So I realized most pastries weren't fresh. I don't recommend anything anymore from a counter there. I would stick with the many varieties of food through out the store. They have a great selection especially for holidays coming up. Workers are still awesome.

Stopped here for lunch because I heard their deli sandwiches are amazing, and I can verify, great sandwiches. What really blows me away is their deli department and their extensive selection of imported and rare cheeses. They also make traditional deli dishes in the store daily, including a stuffed bell peppers, lasagna, and stuffed grape leaves. A superb Italian deli and grocery store.

Looking for the beat of the best look no further. Imported meats and cheese from around the world. Amazing pastries and in the back you can get fresh mad sausage. Friendly and knowledgeable staff that always have a smile when you walk in . They have fresh organic produce and a alcohol aisle. And the beat part for me that is the except EBT food stamps as a form of payment . Great place to step out of the norm.

Best deli (fantastic sandwiches) and butcher in town though the produce leaves a little something to be desired.

I specifically come here for the high quality meat they have. Very clean and fresh cuts available.

Love this store, I usually only go for a few items so. I can't out right say its 5 stars but I love their pasta, potato salads, and breads.