I go here strictly for their delicious cream horns! Vanilla is my favorite. I could eat boxes of them. Stay away from their Portuguese egg tarts though, there are better places for that. You're welcome. read more

party of 50 people. Food late almost and hour. sandwiches were made the day before. people left as food did not show. lots of leftover day old sandwiches. very very disappointing. Cakes were good at least. read more

Always had Great food and service. With the COVID-19 pandemic; they have setup a good process to protect employees and consumers, added a pickup service and continued to support there employees throughout this difficult time. read more

I always spend too much money here. It's simply amazing; from the specialty ingredients, to the bakery, to the gelato shop and cafe, to the oh-so-delicous daily pop-up lunches. I used to work in the same building as Vinnie's and averaged about 1.5 trips daily, sometimes up to 4 (Oh a coffee here, a lunch there, some afternoon gelato, and groceries to bring home of course!) They also have fantastic catering. I still dream about their red pepper soup. read more

Love this place! It has such a wide selection of cheeses, deli meats, sausages, olives, deserts, etc, etc, etc. it's often very busy on weekends and parking can be difficult but it's well worth the trouble. When it's busy make sure to take a number at the deli counter, I've seen many customers wait to be served and then realize you need to take a number. read more

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Nice local store. Good variety of products. Food tasted ok to good. The cakes are to the smaller side of the scale. But overall I recommend it. read more

stopping in at Vincenzo's has quickly become one of my favourite weekly chores (& sometimes more than weekly)! from the atmosphere that brings you right to a European market, to the cheapest goat cheese in the city-- you'll want to keep going back! read more

Yummy food. Too bad I got sick at 1:30am. It didn't taste as good coming back up again.

Cute little, non-franchised grocery store that in Waterloo that sells fresh products, edibles and imported items from Europe! Vincenzo's is located in a super cute neighbourhood, that reminds me a little of the Distillery District in Toronto or Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco! The supermarket itself, reminds me of the Village Grocer in Markham. Their prices are a little on the upscale side, though it is more fair than the average European import grocery store. The last time I came here, my friend bought their delicious sandwiches, made on the spot with fresh meat, lettuce and cheese and it was roughly $5-$6! We also bought baked goods such as their macarons and a few of their cakes! Their macarons cost less than $2 per macaron. Though the quality of the macaron isn't as delicious as the ones that they have in Toronto, their other baked goods are worth it! read more

Having moved away from Waterloo, it's such a joy to be back! This little gourmet grocery store was much missed! With a wide selection of jams, oils, and international treats, you can easily find something sweet to give to your favourite foodie friend or family member for that special occasion! I'm particularly fond of the kitchen gadget section, and also the variety of odd handmade pastas (while you're at it, you should definitely get some fresh pasta)! read more

The best! Great for lunches or treats. Also love for meal type gifts for foodies in your life or just anyone who needs a little pick me up!

Their gelato is really good for a decent price ($3 small and quite a good quantity). I tried the Portuguese eggtart and found it nice and crispy shell but found the filling a bit sweet. Their sandwiches are yummy! read more

I first started frequenting this place back in 2002 when it was still located in Belmont Village. I only ever went to this place for their sandwiches, which they have become famous for in the KW area. Whenever asked about my favourite sandwich I would always refer to the variety of toppings that I could select from at this place. I was first introduced to artichoke caponata at Vincenzo's as a sandwich topping, and very quickly the artichoke caponata spread that they make so well has become a favourite spread not only for sandwiches but also for crackers or on top of slices of baguette. There is no other art-cap, as many refer to it, like Vincenzo's. For me, they also made pesto-mayo a sandwich "must-have". What a simple topping, but also what a flavourful combination. I've tried to replicate at home, but I just haven't gotten the proper consistency. To add a kick of spice to their sandwiches they also offer the Bomb. The bomb is a nice and spicy taponade that they serve as a sandwich spread. While I am not also up for the spice, when I am, this sure does the trick. Be careful though, its really spicy! When it comes to actual toppings, they have your typical sandwich toppings like lettuce, tomato, cucumber, green pepper, black olives, onions, pickles, hot peppers, and bruschetta, but to set themselves apart from many other sandwich places around town they offer fancier toppings (at an additional cost of 25 cents) which include but are not limited to, artichokes, sundried tomatoes, and roasted eggplant. When it comes to meats and cheeses, if you want it, they've got it. They provide a list of meats and cheeses to choose from, but they also have an expansive selections of meats and cheeses not on their board, that if you see at the deli counter you can request on your sandwich. While their sandwiches have gone up in price, they still sit around the $5 mark and are well worth the money! This place does not only offer sandwiches though. They have a hot food counter, a salad bar, a desserts and pastries counter, as well as a sushi bar. The sushi is made in house and is not bad. This place is also a grocery store, which offers a wide variety of products that you will not find at your local supermarket. While the prices on some of grocery items are more than a local supermarket would offer, the quality you are receiving is reflected in the price. They have some fantastic fresh pasta which comes frozen and you order by the gram. They also have some fantastic breads to choose from in their bakery section. On your way out, if you are leaving through the back (where there is seating to eat your food) they also have a gelato counter and little cafe. They make great coffee here. There is nothing bad I can say about this place. Whenever I am in Waterloo I make it a must to stop here and either grab a quick sandwich or some other food selection. Beware, I am not the only one who likes this place, and it has become quite the hot spot in Waterloo, so make sure you give yourself some time when you go! read more

I wish I found out about this place earlier! My main reason was going was for the macarons - 75 cents for one, pretty good price and beautiful looking. But you get it served in a paper bag so presentation isn't too fancy lol. The flavours seemed a bit funky though (rose, lilac, jasmine....?). I would have liked some more "typical" macaron flavours such as pistachio lol. They had a total of 5 flavours available when I went during the evening. I was also surprised by the dessert selection - SOOO much dessert, all looked amazing and they were quite affordable. (Maybe $2-4 on average for a small single serving). There are also a TON of cakes ranging from $12 for a really small one to upwards of $25 - for the money you pay for cakes elsewhere, this seems like a really good value because it looks soo much prettier than your average cake. =) There's also a lot of food/groceries, but I didn't go there for that, so I'll just save that for another time. There was an unbelievable selection of various types of CHEESE and bread and meats. I did get a small container of tuna pasta salad, which seems kind of pricey for the small container you get ($1.55 or so for 100 grams) but it actually does fill you up. The location has street parking and is in a nice area (uptown Waterloo) so definitely worth a visit. : ) Also easy to reach via GRT, and even walkable from campus on a nice day. read more

Being from the states and moving to Waterloo, where there is no Whole Foods or Trader Joe's it can be a bit tough on a girl that loved both places! Vincenzo's is to the rescue, nicer than Trader Joe's but about a 1/4 the size of a whole foods, it does a good job of fitting in as much as possible! They have a wonderful meat/seafood counter, huge selection of cheeses, and lots of everyday groceries. The reason I go here though, is the sandwich/salad bar. The sandwiches are amazing and such a good price too! It gets really busy during lunch hour, but moves quickly. I am a huge fan of the salad's though! So many delicious toppings! The sushi is freshly made, I really enjoy the spicy salmon. I have not tried any of the desserts or gelato but I can only imagine how wonderful they will be!! During the summer they have a nice little area for outside seating too, just love this place every time I go! read more

As someone who was used to living near a large Italian grocery store when I lived in Vancouver, I knew I had to find a new place to get my Italian food (and chinotto!) fix. Imagine my pure joy when we discovered Vincenzo's. As soon as you walk in the door, the smell of a thousand meals hits you. It's a bit of a sensory overload walking through the tightly packed aisles brimming with every imaginable European delicacy, but it's an experience every Waterloo resident must take in at least once. Since initially discovering Vincenzo's, we tend to frequent the deli section the most, and find their selection of meats and cheeses to be top-notch. Most recently we tried the German wine salami, and it is to DIE for! The only thing I wish they had was the ability to buy cheese sliced up the way you do with the meats. You can only buy it in chunks or grated at the cheese counter. But regardless, we love picking up some crusty Portuguese buns too, and making our own panini at home. As for the rest of the store, we haven't really gotten to experience it due to our limited budget. But from browsing, we've determined the prices are obviously a bit higher than what you'd pay at Zehr's or any other grocery store, but you're getting QUALITY at Vincenzo's. For example, we bought some fresh lasagna sheets from Vincenzo's: pack of 10 for $5. You can easily find boxed, dried lasagna sheets at any grocery store for half the price, but you're paying for quality. We've been here at least a dozen times since moving to Waterloo in late August '14, and I imagine we'll be back just as many times in the coming months. read more

As seen from the many reviews on this place, it is a gem for Waterloo. It's quite rare to find a place that has high quality unique items from Europe in GTA suburbia ... let alone from the KW area! This place feels like the UN consortium for food. It has a bit of everything. It has a deli, butcher, cheesemonger (is that even a word? if so, what a great word), savoury and sweet sauces and condiments, seafood, hot plate area, cafe, gelato (!!), groceries, and baked goods. I've been here for lunch a few times and I will say that their foods is not as good as the actual store area but it's still a delightful place for Waterloo. I first came here for lunch and didn't expect a great little retail store as well. I ordered a sandwich at first and to be fair, the menu sounded a lot better than the execution. I had the smoked chicken sandwich on a calabrese bun with their 'famous' artichoke caponata and various veggies. I think for the price, it is fair but it just wasn't as flavourful as it was described to me by the person behind the counter. I was salivating at the idea of the artichoke caponata as she explained it to me as a beautiful savoury creamy blend of roasted nutty vegetable flavour. To me, the spread was just a lightly flavoured mayo. I also headed to baked good areas and grabbed my favourite baked treat... MACARONS! These were very reasonably priced for minis. It was less than $1 a piece. I was thrilled... until I ate it. The texture of these were far from meringue like and they were heavy like a brick butter cookie. Upon discovering this, I asked if they were baked recently and found these were frozen in Europe and imported over and defrosted months later here... ugh. Save yourself the trouble and do not buy these! I also got a tiramisu here and for $5 it was a bit pricey. I would hope an Italian place would do tiramisu well but this was a disappoint as well. It tasted only of sugary whip cream and not even marscapone cheese and espresso. The cheese area brought back me to delighted stage. I found so many great cheeses including real imported GOP buffalo mozzarella. With the price at $6, I found it very reasonable for authentic GOP. I also bought some GOP aged balsamic vinegar and it was phenomenal. For $10, I got a lovely syrupy sweet and acidic black liquid gold that is perfect for grilled chicken. Service is personable, quick, and friendly! Overall, the food counters are bit of a miss but the grocery area is wonderful! read more

Here for lunch at least once a week! It's so close to my work office so the location is perfectly convenient. Their sandwiches are always delicious but they have a variety of other options for lunch. My newest favourite is their bibimbap on Wednesday! The only downside for some is that it's pricier, but you're definitely paying for quality whether you're grabbing a meal to go or some groceries. read more

This place is SO awesome!! I am visiting from Atlanta, Georgia, USA and Vincenzo's was recommended by a local. I love the store.. I felt like I was in a European country (definitely not the Canada or US). The ambience is awesome. The food was amazingly fresh and ever so delicious!! I don't think you can really go wrong with anything here..!! read more

This is my favourite place ever!! EVER!! The food is amazing and fresh ALL the time. You can get anything you ever wanted here. My fav option are the sandwiches (smoked salmon) but you can also get the best packaged sushi that I have ever had in North America. They have amazing fresh pasta, cheese, endless desserts and more! I went at least once a day when I lived in Waterloo and go there every time that I go back to visit friends. It's usually packed around dinner time and the weekends but it is SO SO worth the wait. You will not be disappointed, I've introduced so many people to this place and they like me are so addicted!!! I wish I could give it more than 5 stars :) read more

Vincenzo's - sandwich counter!! - Delis Near Me - Waterloo, Ontario

This place is WINNING! Finally made it out to Vincenzo's and felt like a little kid in a candy store. I was seriously OOOHing and AHHing at everything. This place has so many products, an assortment of yummy treats and desserts (Macarons - YES!), and the sandwiches...OMG the sandwiches. They are the BEST sandwiches I've EVER HAD! My husband and I were totting along our two little ones so we pretty much had to get in and get out, but believe me, with a place like that I could have easily spent the better part of my day there. There's just no way I can go to Waterloo without making a stop to Vincenzo's from here on out. read more

Amazing desserts and sandwiches! It's a gourmet grocery store so on a student budget, I definitely wouldn't be going there often. Their desserts are amazing and they have a great variety and selection. The Napoleon is definitely a stand out as well as their cupcakes and macarons. read more

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WALL OF CHEESE. Oh, and go around lunch time so you can get a big tasty sandwich :o) read more

Great shop with so many different foods!! Great stop for lunch as well as they have a bunch of foods they make right there for you!

This place reminds me of Pusateri's in Toronto, with the rustic Italian feel. They have rows and rows of imported goods, and many of the exotic, but closer to home brands. Sandwiches are great here - the amount of deli meat on one is closer to 2 inches thick...delicious and filling. Definitely love coming here. read more

I just visited today because we were looking for some sashimi grade salmon for homemade sashimi. We were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the fish and the fact that they carry wasabi to go with it. The gelato I had was good but too sweet for my liking. For waterloo, this place is great considering there really isn't any competitors that offer the same selection of hard to find/exotic cooking ingredients. If you are from Toronto, this store is exactly the same concept/selection as Pusateri's but at a much more reasonable price point. The only complaint is that the store could be less crowded and had more navigation because i got lost walking around a few times. Bonus points for carrying gelato, macaroons, free samples and kefir! read more

Food is amazing, fresh and cheap. Lots of good vegetarian options like their vegetarian lasagna. The place is busy during lunch break so get in there quick! read more

When I first moved to the region in 2004 (from the GTA) I lamented that we had nothing like the St. Lawrence Market in Toronto (and, for the most part, we don't) - but, much of what you can get at that fabled institution you can get at Vincenzo's! :) Do you want to buy all of your groceries there? No - much off-the-shelf stuff you get cheaper at the chains, but all of your gourmet needs will definitely be met here. SO much better than Dave's gourmet (I've always found the selection at Daves - the one on Ira Needles -to be very sparse - the one on Bruce street is better). Their hot bar and sandwich bars are also awesome, but you'll be waiting in line - they're just SO popular!! :) And, you have to LOVE the cheese lady! Seriously - no-where else in the region will you find such a great selection of cheeses!!! :) read more

I started coming here about three years ago for their sandwiches. You pick which meat you'd like from their deli section (from 60+ options), select your bread (fresh- made in-house), cheese, toppings, and you're good to go. These sandwiches are cheaper then what you would find at Subway, or another chain sandwich shop, and 100x better. I now do most of my grocery shopping here; they have it all, and of superior quality: cheese, breads, produce, deli, snacks, fresh gelato, juices etc. Really the best Italian supermarket in the KW region. The only food items I shop elsewhere for is fruit. Although they have a small section of fresh fruit, it's very limited. Overall an incredible spot and easily my favorite supermarket in the KW region. Lunch time is pretty busy, but there is underground parking and they also have a small area to eat your lunch there and an espresso bar! Thank you Vincenzo's! read more

Pros: This list could go on for a while. Basically it feels like a modern take on a village market in little Italy. Among their many many choices they have amazing $5 sandwiches, tons of fresh baked goods, sushi, gelato, and a hot food counter with different specials daily. Cons: Because it is so well liked it gets very busy around 11:30-1:30 for lunch. You might end up waiting an extra 20 minutes during those times and feeling claustrophobic due to overcrowding. Verdict: An amazing place well worth the crowded atmosphere and wait during the busy times! read more

Amazing food, great atmosphere and the staff is always friendly. Have never successfully gone here without either a fresh made sandwich or a treat from the dessert counter! Recommend already to everyone that enjoys good food read more

One of the best spots for premium groceries and ingredients! The staff is mostly happy and eager to help, the selection is amazing and it's got a great atmosphere for being a small italian marketplace. Parking is always tough to find so be prepared to wait for bad drivers and the lines can be hectic sometimes but don't let that steer you away from coming here. Sandwiches, Pasta, Pizza, Gelato, meats, cheeses and great breads! Also love the selection of olives they have! Everything you could want! read more

Amazing selection of all the good things! I was amazed by the selection of cheeses, breads, meats, olive oil, spreads, fresh pasta, pasta sauce. I will be coming here from now on as opposed to sobeys for fresh and quick dinners. read more

Vincenzo's is grocery store, sandwich place, bakery, and also a cafe. It's a good mix and performs well all around. I'm simply going to review a few of the services since there are many. I've had plenty of sandwiches and have had coffee there about twice. If you're into coffee, they made a solid cappuccino but I would have a few more to really give a fair impression. Grocery store/bakery: Now when I say grocery store, this is not your typical supermarket. It's got tons of options, many fresh and many imported from Europe. If you're looking for a specific cheese, they'll probably have it. They even have Queso Fresco, which is a rarity (try it on Pizza). You need olives, there's an abundance of selection including fresh olives (low sodium), which is also rare. Same goes for bread, meat, fish, clams, shrimp (keeping in mind, we are inland), spices, bottled/canned goods from Europe, and plenty of other things that I've omitted. The only section that doesn't have a ton of options is the fruits and vegetables but if you're really picky about this kind of thing best to go to a market. Also, before I forget, the fresh pasta and raviolis are excellent. Well worth getting fresh the stuff over the dry options IMO. The store is incredibly well staffed. It's actually impressive how much staff works there. Also, the staff is quite knowledgeable and most seem to be foodies. If you have any questions, they can usually answer them with specific recommendations. Unless you're waiting for a sandwich or pasta at a peak time (lunch), the service is very quick. Now the only negative I have of Vincenzo's grocery shopping is because it's got such an awesome selection of delicious food, you might overspend a bit but at least you know you're getting quality and service. Sandwich counter: this is almost a separate business from the grocery store since many people do come in just for lunch. It is very good. There is a great selection (just like the store) for everything you'd like to put in the sandwich starting with the bread and ending with toppings (Artichoke Caponata, Sun Dried Tomato Caponata, Bruschetta among others) . I find that you end up making your sandwich differently because of the choices, which makes it much less repetitive than going to subway. Also, the sandwiches are very well priced. I would highly recommend going here instead of Subway or other chains. Pasta Counter (Thursdays only): I haven't personally experienced the pasta but my friend really enjoyed the dish that was made for him. There is a selection of meat, shrimp or chicken, then sauces and vegetables, with some delicious sauces (pesto, tomato, cream-based, etc). This is cooked on a stove in front of you. Like the sandwiches, the pasta dishes are well priced. The only negative is that the line can be long for this counter, which will take a while so try to go with a friend to keep you company. Hot counter: There is also a hot counter, which I have yet to sample but it also looks quite good. I'll update once I try it out. read more

Veal on a bun for lunch , was huge and absolutely delicious for under$7. Always busy at lunch time during the week I recommend to preorder online. read more

Vincenzo's - Veal on a bun - Delis Near Me - Waterloo, Ontario

Love the new store! Location - easy to find, parking - thankfully there's a lot across the street, layout of the store - clean, easy to navigate, total overall store - awesome! Vincenzo's offers a large selection of products. This store truly is a "one stop shop". I am a huge fan of their hot deli counter and their cheese selection. Every time I stop to shop, I end up purchasing a different kind of cheese to try! I love to experiment in the kitchen with their oils and spices! I could honestly spend an hour in the store wandering the aisles and exploring. There is so much to see. I absolutely love the variety Vincenzo's offers. The store is very welcoming, clean and organized. Yes the line ups at the deli counter may seem a little hectic at times, but it is very well organized and the lines move fast (be sure to take a number from the counter). I have found the staff at Vincenzo's to be helpful and knowledgeable. read more

This is the one stop shopping experience for all epicureans. They have a little bit of everything here. Hundreds of cheeses, meats, olive oils, vinegars & hard to find ingredients for virtually all types and styles of cuisine. Apart from the grocery angle there is also a butcher, small produce area, fish monger and sushi bar. They also serve food which includes custom made sandwiches, pizzas, daily specials, espresso and gelato. What's not to love? Vincenzo's is now in it's third incarnation in Waterloo. It has moved to this location in the last couple of years and it is a nice improvement. I miss the charm of the last store, but the improvement in space allows for even more exotic goodies. As always I look forward to my next adventure to Vincenzo's! read more

Best Italian grocery store ever. Food is amazing, selection is abundant and staff was awesome. I always come here when I'm in Waterloo. They need to open more locations!!! 100% try the Artichoke Caponata. It is to die for!! read more

I love Vincenzo's! I was quite sad when they left their old location at Union & Belmont but over time they've really settled in here and it now has the cluttered and cozy feeling the old location had. They have tons of stuff and tons of choices. My favourite is the deli style kosher dill pickles! My favourite time to shop here is winter/Christmas because the place fills up with all kinds of Christmasy offerings. You'll likely have to wait in line to checkout but the checkout process moves quickly and the cashiers are usually very friendly. read more

Excellent selection of European and local products. Sandwiches are very popular, great organic produce, exceptional deli selection. I buy all my meat from the Bauer Butcher inside Vincenzo's, locally sourced and incredibly flavorful. They even carry the Dutch cookies I grew up on. I don't know what I'd do without Vincenzo's! read more