MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. — If you love Gioia's Deli and their hot salami, prepare to drool.
Gioia's posted a video on Facebook Monday, shortly after the 10 a.m. opening of its newest location in Maryland Heights.
And, as any Gioia's fan would guess, the first sandwich served was a hot salami on cheesy garlic bread.
The deli, known for its famous hot salami, has been open since 1918 at its location on The Hill. Gioia's has one other location in Creve Coeur.
The Maryland Heights location has a walk-up window where you can place your order. Like the other two locations, DoorDash and online ordering options will be available.
The deli's latest location is at 11855 Adie Road in Maryland Heights. The location is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.
It's not just St. Louisans who are fans of Gioia's sandwiches. The deli was featured earlier this year in "The 15 Absolute Best Italian Subs in the US" list on Mashed. Mashed named Gioia's hot salami sandwich as No. 3 on its list.
But that wasn't the first time the deli made national headlines.
In 2020, Gioia's was featured in Food Network's "Best Sandwiches in America" list. And last year, it was featured in Eater's list of 20 "essential" St. Louis restaurants.
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