You can buy Polish cold cuts and kielbasa in the Poconos at Krakus Deli, 22 Sterling Road in Mount Pocono. The store carries fresh cold cuts, hams, kielbasa, kabanosy and boczek, with meat products sourced from suppliers including Bacik. It is open seven days a week.
Real Polish kielbasa is hard to imitate, and a typical American supermarket rarely stocks more than one “Polish sausage” on the shelf. For years, many families in the Poconos drove to New York City or New Jersey to stock up.
Today that trip is not necessary. Below are answers to common questions about what you can buy at the Polish grocery store in Mount Pocono and how to store cold cuts so they keep their flavor.
Where is the Polish deli in the Poconos?
In Mount Pocono, at 22 Sterling Road. It is a Polish grocery store that has served the Poconos for more than ten years. Staff speak Polish and English, so you can ask about any product in either language.
Monroe County residents can pick up Polish sausage, bread from Polish bakeries and the rest of the week’s groceries in one place.
What cold cuts and sausages does the store carry?
The meat selection mainly includes:
- kielbasa (Polish sausage), for dinner, the grill or sandwiches;
- kabanosy, thin dry-smoked pork sausages that travel well;
- szynka (ham), sliced for sandwiches;
- boczek (smoked pork belly), for eggs, soups or potatoes;
- fresh cold cuts, for everyday meals and parties.
The store sources its meat products from suppliers including Bacik. Selection depends on deliveries, so if you are looking for something specific, it is best to ask ahead.
What else can I pick up while I am there?
Cold cuts need good bread. Bread, rolls, paczki (Polish doughnuts) and babka come to the store from bakeries in New Jersey and New York, including Syrena Bakery. Learn more in our guide to Polish bread and paczki in Mount Pocono.
The shelves also hold Polish groceries, phone cards and Polish newspapers, and the store lists Grandma Pierogi among its suppliers. While there, you can pick up a free copy of the Polish Pages directory book.
How should I store cold cuts at home?
According to the cold food storage chart on the U.S. government’s FoodSafety.gov website, your refrigerator should be at 40°F (4°C) or below. Deli-sliced meat or an opened package keeps for 3 to 5 days, and the same goes for sliced cooked ham.
The same chart lists about one week for bacon and for fully cooked sausage. Raw sausage keeps only 1 to 2 days. That is why it pays to buy smaller amounts more often.
A few practical tips:
- move cold cuts to an airtight container or wrap them well so they do not dry out or pick up other odors;
- keep them on a shelf, not in the door, where the temperature fluctuates more;
- store kabanosy and dry sausage according to the label, or ask about them when you buy.
Can I freeze cold cuts?
Yes. According to the same FoodSafety.gov chart, deli meat, ham and cooked sausage hold up well in the freezer for 1 to 2 months, and bacon for about one month. These times are about quality: after longer storage, the meat loses flavor and texture.
Freeze portions you will use at one time, and thaw them in the refrigerator, not on the counter.
Can I call ahead about a specific product?
Yes, and it is a good idea, especially before the holidays or a larger gathering. Availability depends on deliveries, and a quick call can save you a trip. Ask about cold cuts in English or Polish: 570-839-3605.
Planning for Wigilia (Polish Christmas Eve) or an Easter basket? See our guide to Polish holiday shopping in the Poconos.
You can buy Polish cold cuts and kielbasa at Krakus Deli Polish Specialties, 22 Sterling Road, Mount Pocono, PA 18344. The store is open seven days a week; it is a good idea to confirm current hours by phone. Ask what is in the store today: 570-839-3605.
The full store description is in the Krakus Deli profile in the Polish Pages directory.
This guide is for informational purposes only. Storage times come from the FoodSafety.gov chart and are approximate; always follow the instructions on the product label.
Bacik, Syrena Bakery and Grandma Pierogi are trademarks of their respective owners. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Polish Pages and Poland.us are not affiliated with or endorsed by these companies.
