Behind This Unassuming North Carolina Storefront, You'll Find The Best Sandwiches In The World
By Robin Jarvis|Published October 30, 2018
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Robin Jarvis began writing for OnlyInYourState.com in 2015 and quickly advanced to a Senior Editor role. She's currently the Brand Manager and has a Bachelor's degree from West Virginia University in Journalism with a minor in Marketing. Her career history includes long running appearances on radio and television. She also has served as publisher of Shades of Green Magazine and Design Lead on several print publications. Her love for travel has taken her to many parts of the world. She's lived in the Carolinas for more than three decades and currently resides in Charleston, SC. When she's not working, she loves playing guitar, painting, traveling, and spending time with family.
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Combining a foodie road trip with a visit to a charming and historic town in the Tar Heel State is an adventure too fun to pass up. Especially if that historic town is located along the North Carolina coast! A visit to Edenton, a scenic small town located on the north side of the Albemarle Sound in the Inner Banks region, is a lovely way to spend a day. Take a look:
For starters, Edenton's waterfront is about as jaw-dropping as it gets. This sleepy community was a hidden secret for the longest time, but it's recently made the list of top places for a day-cation (a.k.a. road trip) and you'll want to visit, too!
The historic district includes more than 300 buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the famed Roanoke Light, an exact replica of an earlier version of the light in Edenton. Elsewhere, the streets are lined with historic homes and quaint parks perfect for strolling and getting a feel for the charm of this small coastal town.
Aside from being home to the oldest house in North Carolina (the Lane House), the historic district is also comprised of shops, galleries, and eateries. Emilio's General Store and Take Away is an ideal spot to stop for a bite to eat.
What makes them so great? Everything! They're made to order and on chef-made fresh baguettes that are out of this world. (Everyone knows the bread makes or breaks a sandwich... ) Loaded with freshly cut meats and crisp toppings, these sandwiches leave no one unsatisfied.
Grab it to go, or enjoy every morsel from one of the tables at the general store. If you're fortunate enough to get one of the coveted outdoor seats then you can enjoy watching all of the (other) visitors discover the magic of Edenton!
The next time you find yourself without plans on a weekend, head to Edenton and to Emilio’s General Store. It’s located at 206 S Broad St., Edenton, NC 27932 and is open for lunch seven days a week from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
For more reasons to visit Edenton, check out their tourism site here.
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