Around the Corner Cantina Sault Ste. Marie Ontario
Today felt like stepping straight into a small Italian café where food still means something.
Around the Corner Cantina absolutely delivered and then some. From the moment we walked in, the place was spotless, warm, and welcoming, with a fresh, modern face that still holds onto that old-world Italian soul. No gimmicks. No shortcuts. Just honest food and real people behind it.
The Godfather sandwich was unreal stacked thick on house focaccia, loaded with fresh sliced cured meats, provolone cheese, roasted peppers, and herbs. Massive portions, perfectly balanced, and built like someone actually expects you to be hungry. This isn’t a “cute” sandwich it’s a commitment.
The arancini were exactly what they should be: golden, crisp outside, rich and creamy inside, served with a proper tomato sauce that tastes slow-cooked, not rushed. You can tell right away these aren’t frozen or phoned in. Molto Savoritto!
And then there’s the espresso pulled and served by the owners themselves. Deep, bold, and clean, the way espresso is supposed to be. No burnt bitterness. No watered-down nonsense. Just straight, confident coffee.
The Brio soda alongside it was the perfect throwback touch that unmistakable Italian citrus bitterness that cuts through rich food beautifully.
To finish it off, the tiramisu was homemade by the owner’s wife and it shows. Soft, balanced, not overly sweet, with real mascarpone and espresso flavor. This is the kind of dessert you remember after you leave.
What really sets this place apart, though, is the people. The owners were there, hands-on, proud of what they’re serving, taking the time to talk, to explain, to care. That matters. You feel it in the food and in the room.
This isn’t just another spot to eat it’s a piece of Italy planted right here in the Soo.
If you care about:
• real portions
• real espresso
• homemade Italian food
• clean, welcoming spaces
• owners who actually show up
Go. Support this place. Bring friends. Come hungry.
Posted 12/21/2025