De Beauvoir Deli

De Beauvoir Deli operates from two separate storefronts, facing each other directly across Southgate Road. This split setup is the key to understanding how the place works. The main shop at number 98, set inside a former car mechanic’s workshop with a distinct blue facade, is the takeaway and grocery hub. Inside, shelves are tightly packed with organic fruit and vegetables, artisan cheeses, charcuterie, wine, and even a selection of homewares and cooking equipment. It functions as a proper neighborhood pantry, sourcing from local and small-scale suppliers. A small counter is where you order from the in-house kitchen, which was added to the back of the shop a few years after opening and now accounts for about half of all sales. This is where the deli’s most popular items come from – things like the focaccia sandwiches, sausage rolls, seasonal salads, quiches, and cakes. It’s all designed for grab-and-go. Across the street at number 99 is the dedicated café. This is the spot for a sit-down meal, serving a seasonal, all-day brunch menu. The two locations create a natural flow for the neighborhood. The deli is for grabbing a coffee on the way to work, picking up a quick takeaway lunch, or doing a bit of gourmet grocery shopping. The café, on the other hand, is for settling in. It’s a smart system that evolved from a traditional grocer into a dual-purpose spot that serves the community in two distinct ways.