Meet the man behind Pasadena's most sought after sandwich

"I like what I'm doing," said Rosario Mazzeo, the man behind one of Pasadena's most sought after delicacies known to many as "The Sandwich." He's been in the area for more than seven decades, cementing his local legacy through delicious food and Italian culture.

[waltwenzel]

Here's a revolutionary business model for today's businesses - make the customer happy.

[brianvega]

Beautiful person.. beautiful heart..God bless that man....

[terencem]

Six bucks for the sandwich?! That's a hell of a deal! Bless you sir.

[stooge]

"I like what I'm doing."
Not many of us can say that. The value of happiness is immeasurable.

[OuterSpace--.]

I'll buy this Italian sandwich over subway

[jessedelacruz]

I never been or heard of this store, but it feels like this place deserves my business.

[kevin]

This man is a treasure to his community. Wish we had more like him

[MikeFrankovich]

Love this place. The sandwich at Roma Market is a Pasadena institution! Just be warned that the line gets longer every time they get news coverage, but it's worth the wait.

[writereducator]

Dang. I drove by this place everyday for two years and never knew of its existence!

[reneemoreno]

I love this store, the bread the tomatoes and his cheese always the best. He is such a wonderful man and very kind. I don't live in the area anymore but fond memories always.🙏

[binh]

Let this be a reminder to younger generations that simplicity and quality ingredients can really go a long way and some things are classics for a reason!

[all-gone]

Wonderful story and a living legend. Buon appetito!

[richardweinberger]

My gf used to live near that store, and we went there for Italian goodies. Once I asked him what was in the sandwich? YOU DON'T NEED TO KNOW !!! was the answer. I bought some anyway and they were good :)

[sw]

The key to success the key to all success “like what you’re doing”

[johnarchluleta]

Bro can never be replaced by an automated kiosk. Blackrock take heed. The human element will win as long as we have gems like Mazzeo. God Bless.

[clee]

Pro move get the no meat version with artichoke hearts and buy the meat from the counter and add it. Better than the meat version

[doloresaldrete-bhmn]

Call IT quaint, just walk through and feel the joy

[benjaminb]

I think it’s Mortadella, provolone, capicola (gabagool), and salami. Olive oil on what looks like some delicious bread. Man I wish that I could try one.

[roberttanous]

My family has known Rosario since the 60s. He is the real deal, 1 of 1. Love Rosario!

[SauTVong]

Wonderful place, had a chance to stop and pick up a sandwich. Simple and perfect.