Luigi Delicatessen

Luigi Delicatessen sits on Franklin Street in the Adelaide CBD, a long-established Italian deli and eatery that's become a genuine city institution. Part grocer, part casual eatery, it's the kind of authentic, much-loved spot that locals have relied on for years for quality Italian produce, sandwiches and fare.

The appeal is that combination of an authentic deli stocked with Italian goods and a casual, satisfying place to eat — the sort of unpretentious, reliable spot that earns a devoted following through consistency and genuine character. In a busy city centre, that kind of longevity and loyalty says a great deal.

With a 4.6 rating from more than 2,800 reviews, it's clearly still delighting its many customers. The range, menus, opening hours and pricing change, and a popular central deli gets busy at lunch and peak times, so it's worth checking current details before a special trip — though for a sandwich, a coffee or to browse the Italian goods, it's often just a matter of dropping in and seeing why it's been an Adelaide favourite for so long.