Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010
Glorioso’s New, Bigger Brady Street Digs
Short Orders
The new
Glorioso’s (1011 E. Brady St.) is proving to be the hottest spot on Brady
Street. A few weeks ago Glorioso’s moved
across the street into the high-ceilinged space of the former Brady Street
Pharmacy. The interior is very different. Unlike at the old store, the aisles
are wide and spacious. The wine selection remains nice, and the cheese
selection has grown. But center stage is reserved for the deli counter, with
its displays of processed meats and imported olives. This is where you order
food. Trio’s pizzas are now offered in 12- to 14-inch sizes as well as by the
slice. Among the many sandwiches are Italian sausage and the uber-spicy Human
Torch. Espresso and coffee drinks may be ordered at another counter. There is a
café area in the new space, so customers now have the option of dining in after
paying for their food at the register. The new place lacks some of the
character of the old, but it still qualifies as progress—more choices and a
more comfortable shopping experience.



There is some sadness in this change- the old space was a nice reminder of days gone by. But in the grocery business, the current additions are much needed for economic viability. I look forward to the specialty selection to be even larger, and the time-honored fresh meat and sausage to remain unchanged. All that, and I can get my Shepherd there, too!