Mandros — Attraction in Lancaster

We used to drive to the zoo, aka NYC, for imported foods. After finding this gem of a store, NYC will now be a memory. Mandros had everything we were looking for and more. The store is like the ones we were used to in the old country. My mom was allowed to sample the cheeses and liked every one she tasted and we bought a little of each. Finding parking was a little tricky, so when you go do yourself a favour and don’t go with a quad cab pickup. Can’t hurt to call ahead and ask if they have what you are looking for. We went blind based on reviews I read on Google Maps (thanks again Google), definitely worth the 1.5 hour car ride. We will be going back frequently to keep the larder stocked, if the end of the world comes, want to go out with a good meal. If you are a red blooded patriot, pay your respects to Thaddeus Stevens, he is buried a few blocks away. Thad Stevens, you are...

This Is The Best Food Import Store in Southeast Pa. Without A Doubt. The Store Is Loaded With Mostly European And Some Middle Eastern High Quality Foods Of Different Types. They Also Have A Selection Of Greek And Italian Desserts. The Cold Cuts Especially The Imported Italian Prosciutto Is To Die For And I Try To Stop By To Pick Some Up When I Start Craving It Bad! Bill And Vito Are Brothers Who Own And Operate The Business.They Are Genuinely Nice And I Am So Greatful To Have Met Them Both Because They Are The Kinda People That Are True Blue,Hard Working And Are Caring. It's A Special Lil Store With 2 Experienced And Genuine Owners Who Run It Extremely Well. Believe Me,,, You Won't Be Disappointed If Your Looking For A Certain Kind Of Food That You Can't Find At A Supermarket...

For years since we moved from Philadelphia in 1990, I'm embarrassed to say I've visited Mandros maybe a handful of times. I know, my loss...

We used to go to Claudio's on 9th St once or twice a year as a treat for good cheese and gourmet food items...of course, that meant the absolute nightmare that is driving the PA Turnpike and the SureKill Expressway...

I happened to detour down W. Lemon St. on my way home, caught the light at N. Charlotte St., looked left and there you were...

I had to go around the block again to park. When I went through the door, the same heavenly scent of various cheeses as Claudio's, was right in my face, literally...

No more Turnpike or Expressway, I can walk to Mandros and find goodies...