Definitely my idea of a great delicatessen with a fantastic selection of meats, cheeses, jars of delicacies, fresh olives, fish, pates, salads and everything else that you hope to find to complete a gourmet feast for a special treat. Among other things there is high quality bacon and locally produced smoked salmon. All sortsof specialised ingredients are likely to be here with things you don't find often such as the Canadian Clover Crest honey which I bought. The only trouble for me is that Arcadia is so far away up the traffic laden Lisburn Road though the longish opening hours are helpful. Mind you, perhaps it is just as well as I'd be overspending far too much. read more

Arcadia - Delis Near Me - Belfast, BFS

Arcadia is quite possibly one of the best finds I have had the pleasure of discovering while writing my reviews. I'm not up on my deli / speciality foods, nor do I know my Perches from my Pollocks (apparently types of fish...yeah, I didn't know that either) but even I realised the extent of Arcadia's wonderfulness. Plus they sell American sweets. No longer was I interested in the Snappers or the Sea Breams (yep, more fish), the Gruyere or the Gouda (cheese this time)...I eyes were solely fixed on the sweetie selection. Picking up a packet of peanut butter M&Ms (I don't like peanut butter, nor do I like M&Ms), the feeling of the novelty of purchasing something that is so highly sought after over here overcame me. And so, they were bought for the grand price of £1.49. My sister, on the other hand, eyes popping out of her head, was visibly distressed by the varied and unusual choice of confectionery which lay before her. Well, Willy Wonka was the lucky man this particular day, and she selected a packet of 'Wonka Nerds'. And now I am officially going to immigrate to the USA. Ohhh, these are good. These are really, really good. Tiny drops of wild cherry and watermelon explode with flavour the moment you pop them in your mouth and start chewing. It's been nice knowing you all...I'll see you on the other side. (Of the ocean). read more

Arcadia - Delis Near Me - Belfast, BFS

This great little delicatessen rests on the upper end of one of the most bustling roads into Belfast. It shares the area with a number of everyday shops (grocers, butchers, bookies etc) as well as quite a few special shops that cater for the local ladies-that-lunch and their husband's bursting wallets. The deli got a make-over last year. It has really elevated what was always a quaint but at times manky wee place into a suave, professional operation. Thankfully though, it has retained its own unique character and charm. What an enormous selection of delicious foods that are packed into this place. Just browsing the shelves gets me a little bit giddy. I want it all. From the oils, to the coffee beans, the olives, the cold meats, the fresh fish, the cheeses, the chocolate, the list goes on - even the tins of Campbell's soup take on a surprisingly attractive look in here. Of course being in a rich part of town means that overall it is not a cheap place. Only the retired doctor does his weekly shop here. But this is not an exclusive shop and you can get great value. It is perfect if you are looking for a present for a foodie friend. I suggest you get your lunch here. Your only problem will be choosing what to have. I recommend you try a freshly baked nutty roll from the French Village bakery filled with ham, brie and guacamole - when prompted - butter and salad please. As my ma says, "to die for". read more

I stumbled across this wee gem of a place a while back and I am always popping in to sample the great selection of foods and condiments they offer! They are an independent delicatessen offering delights such as cured meats, olives, cheese, fish, sweets, jams, spices , sauces..... you get the idea! The staff are awesome and really know their stuff and are only too happy to make recommendations for new things to try. They stock award winning produce and although you pay more here than in say Tesco's you really can't put a price on food this good! After 75years of trading you know these guys have it right! The fish is a must and the olive bar, well, is awesome! They also do lovely hampers starting for as little as £15...never too soon to be thinking about Christmas gifts! read more

Arcadia - Delis Near Me - Belfast, BFS

Arcadia is situated on a part of the Lisburn Road where all the boutiques and other fantastically expensive stores like to make their mark. In the sense of being expensive, Arcadia is no different! The difference is that I don't mind spending money on good food and this place has it by the bucket full! The have some fantastic smoked cured ham which is so nice I would try very hard to justify spending my whole shopping budget on a lb of it and eating nothing else all week. The staff know their stuff which is very necessary for a specialist shop like this. read more

Arcadia - Delis Near Me - Belfast, BFS

A great Deli based on Lisburn road, I only found out about it last year but it's been going for 80 years. I love a trip here to get olives, cheeses, meats or anything else that takes my fancy when I visit. A bit pricier than the like of Tesco but worth it and they stick things you can't get anywhere else. read more

Can't say enough good things about Arcadia! My daughter's school is on this street so I often stop in to get various items. The pesto sauce is AMAZING! Absolutely the most delicious pesto I have ever eaten, including in Italy. The cheese selection is also amazing. I am America, and thankful for their great range of American food items when I'm feeling homesick. Kraft Macaroni and Cheese, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, and Lucky Charms Cereal are a few that are stocked there. Finally, I cannot say enough wonderful things about the staff. Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable. They go out of their way to package things so they don't spill or get damaged. Their Christmas baskets are fantastic as well. Perfect gift for anyone. read more

Arcadia is quite possibly my favourite business in Belfast. It is a small delicatessen which is absolutely packed to the rafters with all sorts of culinary delights guaranteed to please. I've actually stopped buying bacon in major Supermarkets because of the difference in quality between their stuff and Arcadia's. Gorgeous 'black' bacon that doesn't halve in size when you cook it. An amazing cheese selection, stuffed olives, the finest passata you've ever tasted (no English on the label, just Italian), awesome cured chorizo, all sorts of herbs and spices you can't get anywhere else. I've also jumped to the conclusion that it's the owners themselves that man the counter. Perhaps I'm wrong. But they seem to happy in their work (as well they should, working in this glorious business) and they're clearly passionate about fine food. read more

Arcadia- an absolute delight! With an assortment of American sweets and fizzy drinks to fresh fish, a wide selection of cheese and warm staff, what's not love about this store! A family run store for many years it produces the best in local and regional food products. The staff are on hand to answer any questions you may throw at them with enthusiasm and knowledge. After having gone through a recent refurbishment, Arcadia is now able to set itself beside the best in Belfast food retailing. The store's presentation is top class, with window displays inviting customers in off the street to sample the wonders in store. There's no point leaving the Lisburn Road without trying the delights Arcadia has to offer! read more

Ok so it looks like a fab, well stocked & stylish deli but underneath it has a lot to be desired. The food i've bought has been well past it's best - Pitta bread, rollmops, eggs to name a few. They were going to sell me out of date mascarpone scooped into a clean tub until i said i was making a cheesecake & needed the full 500g they decided to give me 50p of the full price! read more

Popped in here on a lovely sunny day last week when I'd been given a brief reprise and had got out of work early. I literally just intened to go in and be nosy, but the gorgeous smells and beautiful displays totally seduced me and I was salivating all over the floor - well, maybe that's a tad on the graphic side, but the food in here is yum-my. I ended up getting pink lemonade, a homemade wheaten loaf, Dutch Gouda and Mexicana Cheese as well as some Clonakilty Black Pudding. This place sells all those gorgeous delectable little treats that you can't always find elsewhere and has lots of choice - from salad items to olives, cured meats, potted sauces, fresh pesto, American imported candy....the list goes on. It's not cheap, very much towards the pricier end of food shops, but it's a gourmet treat, and you know you are getting good quality food. I'm glad I don't live within walking distance of here, I would seriously be out of pocket. Service great too - really pleasant and helpful. read more

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Appalling customer service If I could give zero on the rating I would. I ordered hampers online from this local business as Christmas gifts for family. Not only did they fail to deliver when specified, they also managed to address items incorrectly. When I called to try and sort out the issue I was given a variety of excuses (including that I must have used their online ordering facility incorrectly as the mistake could not possibly be theirs...I then sent them photographic evidence that they had in fact addressed parcels incorrectly, and it was their mistake). At each stage of trying to resolve the issue I was told something different - I was not called back when they said they would and I did not once receive an apology for their errors causing a great deal of inconvenience to me AND to the recipients. Each stage of my concerns was dealt with by Brenda. She failed to apologise, to call back when she said she would, or to even admit that the mistake was entirely their doing. I was told initially that the owner packed the hampers herself and there was no way there could be an error, I was then told the hampers were packed off site by someone else and that they had no control over this. I tried, on several occasions, to resolve this amicably, and was told before Christmas that they were just too busy to deal with my complaint and that they would contact me in the new year. It is now the 15th January and I have still not received a phone call, an apology, or any indication that they might be concerned about their level of customer service. Appalling read more

Arcadia is a wonderful deli with the most gorgeous food. Really quiter exepensive, but worth it for a treat.

Just a pity it is so far out of the city centre. This deli is every bit as good as Sawyers and a lot cheaper.