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<p>FORT FORT &#8211; For Jodi Rivero, everything seemed to fall perfectly into place back in 2011, when she and her late husband, John, were finally able to turn their dream into reality.</p><p>That dream was owning a local business, and the business became The Beer Deli.</p><p>Originally owned and operated by the Roccograndi family, the well-known eatery first opened its doors in 1987. When the Roccograndi&#8217;s were ready to retire from the business, they passed it to the Riveros.</p><p>&#8220;John and I purchased it and continued as a family-owned and operated business,&#8221; she said, currently running the deli with 10 employees.</p><p>With an ample dining area The Beer Deli provides options for dining-in or take-out as well as catering for events or large-scale deliveries.</p><p>With a classic deli menu that reads across a large wall, the establishment serves up over 50 menu items, offering tried-and-true favorites such as corned beef, turkey clubs and Rueben while incorporating weekly $5 specials and seasonal dishes like soups and salads.</p><p>Although the deli has remained true to its roots, Rivero explained that she is always looking up new and affordable ingredients. The Beer Deli has begun to incorporate microgreens and is currently working with Wolfpack of Nanticoke.</p><p>Going back to the first half of the deli&#8217;s name, Rivero also offers a wide variety of beers and more. From local crafters to national names the establishment provides a wide variety of import and domestic brews.</p><p>Of course, running a business doesn&#8217;t come without it&#8217;s challenges, and Rivero is not immune to the battle of cost versus quality.</p><p>&#8220;The most difficult part is keeping up with rising costs while delivering a quality, fresh product. Yes, our burgers are a little more expensive but they are eight ounces and made fresh daily,&#8221; she explained while also raising concern about the effects proposed increases to the minimum wage would have.</p><p>One thing Rivero need not worry about is the support from her patrons. From offering homemade favorites such as coleslaw and potato salad to having classically-trained chef Will Kuchta, the business continues to see familiar faces walk through the door.</p><p>&#8220;We have a huge repeat customer base,&#8221; she said. &#8220;The atmosphere is very friendly and has that hometown feeling. That place where everybody knows your name.&#8221;</p><p>The Beer Deli is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.</p><style>
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<div class="neCaption">The Beer Deli has been a staple establishment on Rutter Ave in Forty-Fort for decades. </div></div><div class="metaInfo"><photo0>https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/web1_1-2.jpg</photo0><caption0>The Beer Deli has been a staple establishment on Rutter Ave in Forty-Fort for decades. </caption0><photoCredit0>Marcella Kester | For Times Leader </photoCredit0></div><div class="neFile"><img class="neImage" src="https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/web1_4-2.jpg">
<div class="neCaption">The Beer Deli has been a staple establishment on Rutter Ave in Forty-Fort for decades. </div></div><div class="metaInfo"><photo1>https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/web1_4-2.jpg</photo1><caption1>The Beer Deli has been a staple establishment on Rutter Ave in Forty-Fort for decades. </caption1><photoCredit1>Marcella Kester | For Times Leader </photoCredit1></div><div class="neFile"><img class="neImage" src="https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/web1_IMG_3737-2.jpg">
<div class="neCaption">True to its name, The Beer Deli not only offers a vast selection of menu items, but brews as well. </div></div><div class="metaInfo"><photo2>https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/web1_IMG_3737-2.jpg</photo2><caption2>True to its name, The Beer Deli not only offers a vast selection of menu items, but brews as well. </caption2><photoCredit2>Marcella Kester | For Times Leader </photoCredit2></div><div class="neFile"><img class="neImage" src="https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/web1_IMG_3742-2.jpg">
<div class="neCaption">Jodie Rivero finishes a customer order at her business. Rivero has owned The Beer Deli since 2011. </div></div><div class="metaInfo"><photo3>https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/web1_IMG_3742-2.jpg</photo3><caption3>Jodie Rivero finishes a customer order at her business. Rivero has owned The Beer Deli since 2011. </caption3><photoCredit3>Marcella Kester | For Times Leader </photoCredit3></div></div>
<div class="metaInfo"><bylineMeta><p>By Marcella Kester</p><p>For Times Leader</p></bylineMeta></div><div class="metaInfo"><factboxMeta><p>Business: The Beer Deli</p><p>Owner: Jodie M. Rivero</p><p>Years in Business: Formed in 1987, purchased business in September 2011</p><p>Location: 175 Welles Street, Forty Fort</p></factboxMeta></div><div class="metaInfo"><shirttailMeta><p>Reach the Times Leader newsroom at 570-829-7242 or on Twitter @TLnews.</p></shirttailMeta></div>

The Beer Deli offers quality, fresh food … and, of course, beer