Eli’s Deli & Kitchen is the new face of 53 Davis Avenue in Kearny, run by Portuguese family

Eli’s is the new deli with Portuguese ownership, located at 53 Davis Avenue, in the city of Kearny, NJ, which opened last Saturday, March 4th with the presence of  Mayor, Alberto Santos.

The owners told their stories to the Luso-Americano newspaper, as well as the future plans for this establishment.

Maria Neves, who has lived in the US for 50 years, was born and raised in Gafanha da Encarnação, moved to Gafanha da Nazaré when she got married, where she worked at Café Calisto, before immigrating.

Now she helps her son-in-law, Álvaro, in this new Deli.

“We hope that the Portuguese community helps us grow and have success”, said Maria Neves.

Álvaro Lourenço, 24 years old, was born and raised in France, in the city of Carcassone and has origins in Coimbra. He immigrated to the US 5 years ago.

When he arrived in New Jersey, he started out working at the Vinhas jewelry store on Ferry Street. For 2 years he has been planning to open his business in this small but cozy space in the town of Kearny.

He has a daughter, Eliana, who gave name to this Deli, Eli’s.

The young woman even chose the colors for the logo, although she didn’t realize it.

Empanadas, soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, nails, burgers, steaks, vegetarian dishes, are some of the options, as well as pancakes, French toasts, if customers come in for breakfast.

The establishment accepts orders through the phone and will soon be available on delivery apps.

“It is a dream that is gradually becoming reality.

It’s a family business, offering fresh, quality products at an affordable price.

For us, the most important thing is that the customer is satisfied”, said the owner.