Sydney's Lamia Super Deli shuts after 50+ years of Greek cuisine

Lamia Super Deli, a family‑run Greek food shop on Marrickville Road in Sydney, closed after more than five decades of serving the local community. Owners Harry and Jim Cotsinis cited rising operating costs, higher import prices and broader economic pressures as the reasons for the decision. The deli was a staple of Marrickville’s “Little Greece” precinct, known for Greek cheeses, dolmades, fresh moussaka and signature sandwiches, and was praised by chefs such as Peter Conistis for its role in their culinary upbringing.

The closure reflects the challenges faced by small, independent retailers in Australia, highlighting the impact of cost increases and recent fiscal policy changes on family‑owned businesses.