Rambo's Country Store

Rambo’s Country Store is the kind of small-town gem you hope to find but rarely do. As a local mortgage lender, I love discovering places like this to recommend to clients moving into the area. The customer service was top-notch, and the authentic, down-to-earth vibe made us feel right at home. Their selection of farm-fresh meats is phenomenal, and the deli sandwiches are just as impressive. We had a gluten-free request and they happily made us lettuce wraps, even though it wasn’t on the menu — super accommodating. Great food, great people, highly recommend!

Truly a step back in time. The whole idea of small-town America is perfectly encapsulated in places such as adorable Califon in rural Hunterdon County, New Jersey, which has the unique distinction of being the physical inspiration behind the setting of the 1946 Christmas classic, “It’s a wonderful life”. In the heart of Califon is Rambo’s, a truly vintage general store, delicatessen, and butcher shop. I’m not sure exactly how old it is, probably at least as old as my paternal grandfather, who would be 98 today. I’ve tried their 2 most popular sandwiches, the pastrami on rye with Swiss and the Italian hoagie, both were delicious. I bought some of their hand cut lamb loin chops, they turned out excellent with a jerk spice rub they sell. I’m very much looking forward to trying out their house made Italian sausage I got stored in the freezer. The store staff and managers/owners are very kind and welcoming and I am happy to support an awesome and storied local small business. I’m definitely planning on coming back here on a semi-routinely manner, perhaps even on a biking trip on the nearby Columbia trail in the future.

So today was my first time at Rambo's Contry Store, this place saved my life. i was doing a loop at Columbia Trail, very hot day no food and no water, it was great to find this store right next to the trail, they have everything, food, drinks, snacks no more packing for me when visiting Columbia Trail.
Very good sandwiches, great homemade burger & awesome people, It's like stepping back in time to the old general store. Its a must stop if you biking or hiking at Columbia Trail

We went on a road trip from Bedminster to find Rambo's in the tiny town of Califon. It is a neat place with quality meats and home made sausages that they are known for but it is small and looked more like a deli. Their sandwiches are excellent as far as delis go.