ONEIDA, N.Y. — Adam Amari has relocated from New York City to offer Oneida a wide selection of sandwiches, salads, and breakfast food at his new store.
Olive Deli & Coffee opened on Friday, Jan. 16, and it features a variety of foods and general merchandise from its location at 169 Madison St.
“I was looking for somewhere to open up a store, and I found Oneida,” Amari said. “I checked out the business area and saw that local pizza and Chinese food establishments were always busy. I also saw a local store down the street had shut down recently and I knew we had a good chance at operating our business successfully.”
The store is open daily from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Amari runs the store, its merchandise sales and its deli and coffee operations, with himself and two friends. “It’s just the three of us,” he said.
Amari said he likes the small city atmosphere and friendly people in Oneida. “I like it here,” he said.
They also cater to all occasions, but a 24-hour notice is required. The store’s number is (315) 280-0276.
Olive’s salad selection includes 10 main salads, including Greek, grilled chicken, Caesar, tuna and Mexican. The store also includes a create-your-own-salad option. patrons may choose the main ingredient, including Romaine, baby spinach, mixed greens or kale. They may then choose from among several toppings and a selection of different dressings.
The store also offers several breakfast options. Their omelet specials include Western, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Meat Lovers and Mexican styles. They also offer several pancake and French toast options.
Olive’s offers many cold cuts and cheeses along with smash burgers on its menu. They sell smoothies, shakes and a number of deli sandwiches.
“We have one hundred and eighty-five (menu) options,” Amari said.