Photo By Mike Divis
By Mike Divis
A year ago when you walked into the Castleton Corners Deli, you might have heard New York City accent taunting Red Sox fans from the former owner.
These days, the taunts have been replaced by the smell of Indian and Pakistani cuisine.
But while some aspects of the place have changed, patrons say the famous subs remained the same.
The Castleton Corners Deli, also known as Citgo Subs, has a warm atmosphere when you walk in. There are smells of Indian food and fresh cut deli meats wafting through the air. Customers talk with the owners as they load their subs full of meat and vegetables.
The deli is located on the four corners across from the Mobil and Dunkin’ Donuts.
Owner Muhammad Bilal is originally from Pakistan and lived in New York from 2002 until he and his family moved to Castleton on Nov. 9.
“I love the atmosphere. The countryside and the lake were a big attraction,” Bilal said.
An important part of the deli, Bilal said, is to keep prices low.
“We try to lower our prices since we know how money hard for some people, especially being near the college. I’ve been there before, so I can relate,” Bilal said.
The deli has a mix of Indian and Pakistani food, but their stuffed subs are among the most popular.
“The subs are really big and weren’t expensive at all,” said Castleton State College sophomore Megan Breen.
The subs are especially popular because they are made with whatever the customer chooses from cheese to meat.
“The food is good, they have fresh ingredients and the people are nice,” Castleton State College junior Thomas Bradder said.
Bilal is pleased with the feedback – and glad to be here.
“I’m happy I’ve become a part of the community since moving here and I appreciate all the support from the members of Castleton,” Bilal said.
A year ago when you walked into the Castleton Corners Deli, you might have heard New York City accent taunting Red Sox fans from the former owner.
These days, the taunts have been replaced by the smell of Indian and Pakistani cuisine.
But while some aspects of the place have changed, patrons say the famous subs remained the same.
The Castleton Corners Deli, also known as Citgo Subs, has a warm atmosphere when you walk in. There are smells of Indian food and fresh cut deli meats wafting through the air. Customers talk with the owners as they load their subs full of meat and vegetables.
The deli is located on the four corners across from the Mobil and Dunkin’ Donuts.
Owner Muhammad Bilal is originally from Pakistan and lived in New York from 2002 until he and his family moved to Castleton on Nov. 9.
“I love the atmosphere. The countryside and the lake were a big attraction,” Bilal said.
An important part of the deli, Bilal said, is to keep prices low.
“We try to lower our prices since we know how money hard for some people, especially being near the college. I’ve been there before, so I can relate,” Bilal said.
The deli has a mix of Indian and Pakistani food, but their stuffed subs are among the most popular.
“The subs are really big and weren’t expensive at all,” said Castleton State College sophomore Megan Breen.
The subs are especially popular because they are made with whatever the customer chooses from cheese to meat.
“The food is good, they have fresh ingredients and the people are nice,” Castleton State College junior Thomas Bradder said.
Bilal is pleased with the feedback – and glad to be here.
“I’m happy I’ve become a part of the community since moving here and I appreciate all the support from the members of Castleton,” Bilal said.
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