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| - This deli is a great unexpected find in downtown Monticello. We stopped here on the way back from apple picking in Sullivan. They have a considerable menu of freshly made sandwiches, several soups, and a few Mexican items (nachos, etc.) They also have some incredibly delicious baked goods available for purchase, including German chocolate cake, pies, bars, and other treats.
We tried the Italian Fresco sandwich with chicken gumbo soup. The sandwich was served on thinly sliced sourdough bread, with a good helping of ham and salami, red onions, tomatoes, and lettuce with mayo and Italian dressing. It was delicious along with the piping hot soup. Brown Bag also provides a variety of condiments you can add on your own, including pickles and peppers.
Items are ordered and served up from the lunch counter. There's plenty of seating so you can find a comfortable table once you get your tray. It's fast and fresh and well worth a visit.
Update: I've had an opportunity to sample the bakery items here. The quality is incredibly good! I know that rhubarb pie is generally an acquired taste for many but it's something I grew up enjoying. The Brown Bag version of blueberry rhubarb is out of this world delicious. Flaky crust with generous portions of fruit make this a winner. Their brownies are tender and not overly sweet. I'm bumping up my score to 5 stars.
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