Duchess Variety Store - Ellicott City

Finally tried this place everyone raves about. Truly delicious, super basic sandwiches. I think it's the white bread and real mayo, but also how crisp and fresh the lettuce and tomato are, the extremely thin sliced meat, and the ratio of meat, veg, and bread, which is great.

This place is run by one older older woman she only does simple sandwiches ice cream chips etc. but honestly the best sandwich I’ve ever eaten in my life if you are near here you should stop and pay her a visit and grab a sandwich he will not be disappointed I literally eat here every day when I’m in the area!

Sandwich was better than a chain, and half the price! There is a (slow) line, but if you can't be patient and accept a sweet old lady working as fast as she can, go someplace else.

If your Mom makes great sandwiches like mine you'll love this place. Keep in mind there are only a few choices. This lady isn't my Mom, but she has clear Mom sandwich skills. The milkshake wasn't for me, but I'd try it again (basically a couple scoops milk in a blender).

Sure, its your average sandwich, but with lots of meat. The price alone should bring you in. The fact that it's made by an older lady with love and care will keep you coming back.