I think it was Steven Smith who first told me about this place the first time me, him and a bunch of friends went to the Copperbucket a few years ago. This place DEFINITELY did not disappoint. I think I've been here 3 times total, 2 of them in the past week.
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LOCATION
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Located on the borders of Lake Balboa-Encino-Reseda, this spot is the back deli of a liqour store near the corner of Vanowee & White Oak. Its a typical liquor store but their DELI / Antidote has risen to popularity and it's practically now a small hole-in-the-wall LITERALLY sandwich shop. You can buy single beers there which is awesome. They also deliver :-)
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THE FOOD
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~ AVOCADO CLUB - Their flagship sandwich: Turkey, Bacon and Avocado on a Croissant with Works (Mayo,Mustard, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions and Dill Pickles). Tried this and it literally blew my mind. One of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Perfect combination... the avocado blends in perfectly... there's perfectly crisp bacon (which is rare) ...not that cheap Subway Bacon... and all on a buttery giant crossiant. Perfection! (5+/5)
http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/antidote-delivery-reseda?select=iK_A505OhJ6GuZszltpxUw#iYNOfiyePzvU8A1N8NUpbA
~ THE MONSTER - It's $8.50 but WELL WORTH IT when you see what you're getting: Turkey, Ham, Roast Beef and Swiss Cheese on a French Baguette with the Works. Almost a pound of meat for those with a huge appetite! Pair it with a Blue Moon... you won't be disappointed. (5+/5)
http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/antidote-delivery-reseda?select=iK_A505OhJ6GuZszltpxUw#aEZsXEzlQleCthoFc6zHWA
~ THE ITALIAN COLDCUT - I grew up on the "Coldcut Trio" at Subway/High School so I decided to try this gem cause the description sounded delicious. It was: a Pile of Bologna, Salami and Spicy Capicolla wit Swiss Cheese, Mayo, Mustard, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Bell Peppers and Italian dressing on a French Baguette. The sandwich was huge.. the Italian Dressed + Mayo was perfect. Simply amazing. (5/5)
http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/antidote-delivery-reseda?select=iK_A505OhJ6GuZszltpxUw#sdobxfaRAnyJ1L6iZrWqKw
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TO TRY LIST
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~ "DONKEYS REVENGE" - Hard Salami, Swiss Cheese with the Works on a French baguette.
~ THE PROVENCAL - Brie Cheese on a bed of Mixed Greens with Mayo, Dijon Mustard, Tomato, Onions and Dill Pickles on a French Baguette. I want to buy this and add meat to it cause it's a "veggie" sandwich.
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AND THE WINNER IS...
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ANTIDOTE!!!
Hands down the best sandwich shop I've been to. Fresh products, ton of meat. The French Roll Baguette is a bit hard but good. I need to ask if they have more bread selections other than that or crossiant. Competitive pricing too... Subway pricing with authentic deli feel. Plus it's a liqour store with couches / tabled seating in the back so you can have a Jack-n-Coke or beer with your meal. Good job store!!! read more