Dolce & Clemens Italian Deli is truly a hidden gem and one of the finest Italian delis I've ever had the pleasure of visiting. From the moment you walk through the door, you're greeted by the irresistible aroma of authentic, homemade Italian cooking and the warm hospitality that instantly makes you feel like family. John, Michael, and Kevin put a little bit of love into everything they serve. They are knowledgeable, patient, friendly, and always willing to make recommendations. Then there's Babs, the "cleanup hitter," who runs the register with remarkable efficiency while sending every customer off with a warm smile and sincere appreciation. The selection of freshly prepared Italian specialties is nothing short of outstanding. Whether you're stopping in for lunch, picking up dinner for the family, or planning a special event, every dish reflects exceptional quality, authentic flavor, and meticulous attention to detail. Their catering service is equally impressive, providing beautifully prepared meals that are guaranteed to make any gathering memorable. The sandwiches are simply phenomenal--generously piled high with the freshest ingredients and served on freshly baked Italian bread that elevates every bite. It's easy to understand why Dolce & Clemens has earned such a loyal following. And whatever you do, don't leave without visiting the pastry shop! Their assortment of traditional Italian pastries is the perfect finale to any meal--always fresh, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. Outstanding food, exceptional service, fair prices, and an unwavering commitment to quality make Dolce & Clemens a destination I'll return to again and again. If you're looking for authentic Italian cuisine, incredible sandwiches, delectable pastries, or first-class catering, look no further. Highly recommended--on a 1-10 scale, they are easily an 11. Harry Robinson CEO, Technology Solutions Partners read more

I just moved into Mercer County this week and it seems friends and family said that this was THE BEST around The claim to fame was it was on Diners Drive Ins and Dives. Meh not a fan but I continue I was warned it was expensive, it's not. So I bought a few prepared meals, simple meals just to get a feel for the food. The prosciutto, mozzarella and roasted peppers sandwich was huge but flavorless The meatballs and spaghetti entree were not to my liking at all. The sauce was lacking and not sure what the meat was in the meatballs Still have a chicken Marsala entree and a few fried chicken cutlets that I am in no hurry to eat but will because I don't waste food My visit here was disappointing and now that I have tried the I will continue to find other options to become my go to Salumeria The baked goods looks good maybe I will give that a shot I'm a sucker for good Canoli Update 9/17 the fried chicken cutlets were tasteless, ate one saving 2 to grind up to give to the dogs The Bruschetta was also tasteless.Its like food you would get in my parents assisted living facility no seasoning on anything. Why bother?I grew up on food like this and it is a really poor representation of the way these simple preparations should taste. read more

Dolce & Clemente's - Canoli Pie - Delis Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

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Excellence in every dimension from service, quality and execution. They'll deliver a sandwich that you can't finish but wish you could. Don't be taken for a ride on the Subway, go out of your way for the real deal. Your taste buds will thank you. Five easy stars. read more

I love this establishment for some really amazing lunch options. The service is always great and fast. There are a lot of options and don't miss out on the bakery items in the back of the store. Tried their Ciabella, prosciutto bread, NY steak cheese steak sandwich, and their cheese bread. The store is like a classic Italian deli with take home meals and make at home sauces for dinner options. read more

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This is an Italian market with so many great products and also a bakery and deli. What we ordered: - Chicken Parm - Chicken cutlets, marinara and homemade fresh mozzarella - American Italian - Ham, Genoa salami, piccante provolone, lettuce, roasted peppers, served with red wine vinaigrette The sandwiches although pricey are large in size and very tasty. There is both street parking in the front of the store and a parking lot behind it. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area. read more

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A great local Italian deli to pick up a myriad of prepared foods, baked goods, and specialty groceries. I can only speak for the baked goods, but everything I had was great. We ordered the biscotti, cannoli, rugelach, pignoli, and rainbow cookies, which came to about $50. A little pricey, but everything was fresh and the cannoli were made to order. Aside from the cannoli, the pignoli cookies were my favorite. Will definitely be stopping by again to try their deli sandwiches and hot bar! read more

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When you're craving some true Italian specialties and a fat sandwich to keep you full all day long this is where you want to be. The absolute highlight was the hot chicken sandwich with vodka sauce and mozzarella. Oh my God, there was nothing like this. I could have eaten this for four days straight. We also got a cold chicken cutlet sandwich with prosciutto and roasted red peppers that wasn't my favorite. I think just because I really preferred a Hot chicken sandwich. Rather than the chicken cutlet being cold. We also got a small container of the pesto, tortellini salad, that was good, but not worth the price for such a small portion having it go by weight was very hefty. The store also had lots of grocery items as well as prepared foods things you can heat up for dinner pasta. If we were from the area, we would definitely be going and grabbing more stuff, but we were just passing by as visitors. The service behind the counter was so nice so quick. Everyone working there was very nice and patient. Once they complete your sandwich or any personalized order, they have it sent over to the counter so you can pay and you can stroll around the store in the meantime. If you want to sit and eat, there are two or three picnic tables outside for you to enjoy your food . read more

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An Italian Food market from breads, pastas, cold cuts, fresh foods to desserts. Anything you would want and need, they have it. A wide selection to choose from. Bought some eclairs and cannolis. Very fresh and they filled the cannolis when you purchase it. Bought an Italian hero with everything on it. A small regular size is enough for 4 people and quite reasonable and delicious. Also bought eggplant with spaghetti. Enough for 3 meals and also reasonable and delicious. Service very good and the store set up was like you were in an old school market. read more

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This place has the BEST Sandwiches!! When you want a Hoagie..this is the only place to go. It is an absolute must!!! So worth the drive and money!! read more

If the universe had any sense of justice or rhythm, Dolce & Clemente's in Robbinsville would be declared a quasi-holy site, preserved under glass, and studied by future generations trying to understand how joy was once manufactured in a humble New Jersey deli. The Italian Special is not just a sandwich. It's a novella of flavor. Mortadella, capicola, soppressata, provolone - a love letter written in meats and cheeses, neatly folded into a crusty, chewy Italian roll that should probably be playing opera. I took one bite and was instantly transported to a sunlit piazza where my Italian grandfather, who never existed, was laughing over a glass of red wine and gesturing wildly at nothing in particular. The staff here, God bless them, are not just slicing cold cuts and ringing up orders. They are performing acts of small, noble heroism. They greet you like you've just returned from war. They remember your name, your order, your kids' names. They recommend things you didn't know you needed and they are always right. And then there is the pizza rustica. We get it every Easter. That sacred slab of egg, meats, and cheese is more than food. It's a ritual, a family heirloom packaged to-go. It has layers like time, like memory, like love. Eating it reminds me that life, despite all its absurdities, is still worth showing up for every spring. So go. Eat. Thank them. Smile. Five stars. More if the system allowed it. read more

Dolce & Clemente's - Delis Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

This place has some of the best sandwiches you can get in town. The bread, the meats, the veggies, it's all freshly carved and flavorful. Since the place is also partially like a supermarket or deli, that makes it even better. There is a nice variety of salads and pasta as well as other flavorful Italian dishes to choose from. The service is also amazing as the staff are extremely friendly and the ambiance is always really good too. It's a cute and fun place to visit and pick up a fantastic sandwich. Check it out if you're ever in town and need to get a sandwich. read more

I loved this place. It's quite a distance from my home, but it seemed worth it. The deli employees are the best. Their sandwiches and macaroni salad are what I craved. The reason for the 2 stars is the cashier. She was rude, insulting, and made me feel uncomfortable. She was pleasant with the customer before me, so I did not feel apprehensive as I was next. I said hello and requested to use the rewards program with my phone number after signing up this afternoon. She did not greet me, and her response was short, saying she needed my order. I apologized and said it was next to her. She responded well, saying there were 2. I recognized my order because of the side of pesto. The other order was on the other counter, but I did not say anything. Then she proceeded to enter my phone number; however, it was not working. She repeated the number and tried again. She responded that it's not working and was snarky about how to sign up. Although I received an email confirming my enrollment, I said nevermind to continue to ring up the order and leave. Before I left, I heard her greet the customer behind me and ask for their phone number for the rewards program. Honestly, I was hurt and embarrassed. As much as I enjoyed the food there, I will frequent my neighborhood Italian Specialty Place instead of making a trip to this establishment. read more

If you're looking for authentic Italian salads, pastas, various sauces, fresh baked goods, or the most delicious sandwiches on the east coast look no further. They have everything from bread to cannolis, salads to olives, and pastas from Italy and Brooklyn. One stop shop for anything you need. read more

Dolce & Clemente's - One half of an Italian Special Hoagie with every meat imaginable and fresh mutz. - Delis Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

If you like Italian delis, this place is a must . It is a place where food meets art . Everything is beautiful and I loved everything we had , from the tuna , which was as good as it gets, to the shrimp salad , which blew my mind . Be prepared to spend 100 bucks and to enjoy some really delectable food . Thank god I don't live in the apartments upstairs . I would be broke , fat and my arteries would be clogged . read more

Some food is way overrated. It looks great sitting in the trays. But there is no flavor, especially with the salads. Almost as if it is fake food put out for a photo shoot. You get home anxious to open the containers and taste everything, but then you think to yourself, this stuff is disappointing. The bread and some of the pastas are pretty good. Sandwiches are OK because lunch meat is lunch meat. I go there just for bread now because I have been so disappointed with everything else. Italian's eat better than this. read more

Great atmosphere of an authentic Italian market. I can only speak about the sandwiches, huge, and excellent. Great service too. read more

Extremely tasty sandwiches! Borderline too packed with meat. It's hard to chew. But the flavor and price point actually align with the cost. Once you see the sandwiches you understand the prices. Great store front. Lots of great items. It's an Italian market wonderland. read more

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I like coming here, not just for the food and Italian products, but for the vibe as well. However, I'm not Italian and I didn't grow up in Jersey or even on this coast, so for me D&C is one of those places where no matter how nice and helpful the staff is (and they are), and no matter how often you've been there, you'll always feel like an outsider unless you've been coming here with your Nona since you were a kid. Outsider anxiety aside, they offer a wide variety of excellent sandwiches, and if looked at on their own, they'd be enough for five-star rating. Just be advised that unless you've got the a powerful metabolism and the appetite to match, you're going to have enough from one sandwich for a couple of lunches. They've also a good selection of antipasto dishes and various sides and main courses in their counters. You could easily pick up a few items and impress all your friends with your culinary prowess. They've also a wide selection of dried pastas from makers in the old-country, although the selection seemed a little broader in years past in both the variety of shapes offered and their makers, but if you're looking for a particular shape that you'd like to bathe in your delicious SAUCE, they're likely to have it. If you don't have a SAUCE of your own, they make one here that they're very proud of. Their house-made Italian sausages in the meats cooler are also very good, and I've used them on sandwiches or as an element in many a SAUCE of my own. For me, the only downside (outside of always being an outsider), is that the prices for the dried and preserved sausages, specialty meats and cheeses and the sweets in the attached sweets shop, all seem a little pricey. Maybe it's because I'm usually looking for products that are hard to find at the grocery store (whole guanciale, for example)? That said, the sandwiches are worth every penny. Regardless, it's a place deserving of a visit, and if just to get a sandwich, worth the trip. read more

Being from NYC I was excited when an Italian deli/market opened in my new hometown of Robbinsville. Results of this place have been mixed to poor. But it's important to note that this place is highway robbery when compared to similar Italian Deli/Market style places in NYC. - Food is meh. Some things are good (fresh bread and some sandwiches), some things are poor (most of the prepared food have bland sauce, soggy pasta, and/or are just poorly executed.) - Service is non-existent. It takes forever to get something from the counter and checking out is a hilarious process. - Ambiance is generally nice but crowded. - Prices have become so HIGH they are silly and offensive because you know you are being taken advantage of. Why do I have to wait at the deli counter for 15 minutes to get fresh mozzarella? Weigh it after you wrap it and put a price sticker on it. Boom. Just saved labor behind the counter and customer wait times. Recently I bought: - a ball of Fresh Mozzarella ($19) - 1 box (10 pieces) of 7 layer cookies ($20) - 2 packages of Pappardelle Pasta ($9 each) - 2 loaves of fresh bread ($5 each) IT COST $67 !!!!!! ARE YOU KIDDING? Same thing at a deli in NYC outer boroughs would cost $28. AND THEY CHARGE YOU $1.97 NON-CASH FEE AT CHECKOUT!! They are looking to gouge the customer at every chance they get. If the food and service were superb they could get away with overcharging some. But the food is not that good and they are not just overcharging, they think they exist in a theme park. Unfortunately, I'm done with D&C. read more

Dolce & Clemente's - Silly Pricing - Delis Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

How does this place NOT have a solid five star??? This place is talked about world wide at our company and is a go-to place for food when people come in from all over. I don't think you can get anything bad here and I don't have a favorite but if I had to pick something from here as my last meal it would be the chicken parm sandwich and on the way up to the pearly gates I would get a order of the Prosciutto Bread to eat on the way up. read more

Ordered a chicken Parm sandwich for pick up. When I got home, I saw that they put it on ciabatta bread. It was supposed to be on a round roll. I would never order a chicken Parm on ciabatta bread. That is such a different type of bread I don't know why they thought that would've been OK. read more

A big thank you to Dolce & Clemente's for the generous tastings this past Saturday. Though busy, I never feel rushed shopping here and I truly appreciate the time spent learning about the regions and process for the products. I ended up falling for this beautiful organic Sicilian olive oil from Terranno. I went with their Decor bottle which was slightly more affordable for the same amount of oil as their signature ceramic bottle. I also selected the Cattani Olivewood Balsamic which is aged 8 years and finished in an olivewood barrel. The balsamic uses indigenous grapes from a vineyard in Modena, Italy. This is a fifth generation family owned and operated balsamic producer. As you walk into the store you enter surrounded by gianduja hazelnut chocolates. To the left you see a full bakery with Italian cookies and pastries. To the right you'll see a section of oils and vinegars. Panettone lines the back wall. I selected a delicious pear and dark chocolate for $17.99. There was an amazing chocolate and orange peel panettone at the tasting ($40). Beyond this is a prepared foods section. There's typically a line here, so I wander to the cheese and chocolate sections. Along one wall you'll see rows of fresh pasta and refrigerated sauces. Along another wall you'll see mortadella and prosciutto. This time of year there are several advent calendars and is an excellent place to pick up holiday gifts. Frantoino Terrano (Decor) organic olive oil = $24.99, Acetaia Cattani's Olivewood Balsamic = $24.99, Clemente's black pepper Taralli = $6.99, Paolo's Pistachio Crème =$8.99, Pocket Coffee = $7.99, Caffarel Limoncello Truffles = $7.99, Bitter Chocolate with pears = $5.99, Pear and Chocolate panettone = $17.99. read more

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The real deal. Abundanza. Worth the extra few miles. Bread, desserts, produce, butcher, store made meals, excellent service.

We all know Dolce has amazing food and is a top notch italian market. I couldn't find my wallet after being in the store. I call this morning they asked around the store and she said no nothing was turned in. She asked where I parked and went outside to look in this frigid weather. Oh my god this woman treated me like I was her son. She didn't find it but mad a great effort in looking. Whoever you are I'm giving you a big hug next time I'm in. "mom" She was being an Italian mom to a perfect stranger. And she reminded me to pray to Saint Anthony! now why didn't I think of that? Love Dolce even more Lou Carabasi read more

Wide variety of choices for sandwiches/hoagies. Easy access to parking. Prices are decent and the food was very fresh. My wife ordered the pink panther which is essentially chicken cutlets with vodka sauce. It was very easy. Could've used just a little more vodka sauce but it didn't deter from the flavor. I ordered a chicken Caesar and it did not disappoint either. Service was quick and I received everything I ordered without issue. I can see why this place is a staple and has so many great reviews. I'd recommend if you just want some good food. read more

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They have a big selection of sandwiches. And when I say sandwiches they are like the mother of all sandwiches. They are pricey but worth the amount of food you get. I can never finish my hero. True Italian market with fresh made pastas too. Service is always read more

Dolce & Clemente's - California classic - Delis Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

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While the store itself is exceptional with Italian products, you have to be savvy about what prepared food you buy. My wife came home with a chicken parm stuffed in a loaf which instead of dinner it got stuffed in a garbage can along with the side garlic sauce (tomato gravy), which was its only hope of giving it some moisture. Chuck it up to an $18. mistake. read more

This place is truly magical. They have Proscuitto bread loafs that are great for parties or gatherings, warm that bread up and put it out for an appetizer and see how fast it gets gobbled up. They have prepared foods galore, best hoagies in the Tri-state area, terrific bakery. I cannot say enough good things about this place. Even if you live over an hour away I would recommend coming here for the experience. Also, having one of the most sought after pizza places in the tri-state area literally across the street from them, De Lorenzo's Pizza, could work if you make a day out of it, just beware typically you need to reserve your dough ahead of time or wait in massive line, I still haven't tried it but it is on my list for Pizza places to try. As always people SYOY!!! read more

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Food great. If you're into Italian food or bakes goods, this is the place to go. Friendly service and everyone's willing to help.

BEST CANNOLI EVER. I've never been one to like cannoli's, but I'm finding myself fighting the urge to drive 30 minutes to try another. read more

Probably the best Italian deli I ever went to. The prosciutto meat bread is amazing. Not just prosciutto but has other meats too! The Pink Panther chicken cutlet vodka sauce with fresh mozzarella was absolutely delicious! read more

Dolce & Clemente's - Prosciutto bread - Delis Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

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My family and I have been coming for nearly two decades, or whenever they opened and robbinsville became a town. The only place that hasn't turned over but instead has expanded and offered more. Food is great, whether prepared, frozen, sandwiches, etc. and adding the desserts was icing on top! Mikey Grogan is an anchor employee who I absolutely love! read more

True Score: 5 Wonderful Stars Rare 5 star review. Amazing deli with delicious sandwiches. Stopped here for sandwiches to go and was impressed with the abundant selection of fresh, made-to-order sandwiches. Any sandwich, whether you choose a menu combination or "invent-it-yourself," can be put on a whole wheat wrap (for a lower-carb option). Plenty of workers kept the line moving, plus they offered free tastes of home baked prosciutto bread. (Incredibly delicious!) I loaded up on some garlic-basil Gouda from the cheese section of the market before heading home. Not an inexpensive trip, as other reviewers pointed out, but high quality. TIP: The Pink Panther, I've probably eaten at 500 deli's in my lifetime and this sandwich is in the top 4 of sandwiches I've ever had. Legendary Place, you'll never have a bad item. Thanks read more

The realest deli spots in Jersey have the best bread options. I'm assuming they make these in-house or have an Italian/Jewish hookup in Newark. Either way, this has been our go-to catering spot in the Scotch Plains, Westfield, every nice suburb this side of town. read more

My wife and I made the long drive from West Deptford to Robbinsville to try Dolce & Clemente's. We were not disappointed! It was well worth the drive. What an amazing selection of Italian specialties. We wanted to try one of everything! We settled the Made Guy (Roast Pork, broccoli rabe, sharp provolone and a Balsamic glaze); the shrimp parm and the Texas Tornado sandwiches. All were delicious. We purchased a few salads from the deli. And we took home Oreo mousse, cheesecake stuffed chocolate cupcakes and milk-chocolate dipped cannolis. Amazing! I wish we lived closer! We will definitely be making the trip again. read more

Love the hoagies. Love their bread. Love their catering. Highly recommend their vodka rig. I still haven't had a chance to try anything from their bakery but assuming it would be just as good as everything else! Always satisfied after ordering food from here. read more

Dolce & Clemente's - Italian on a roll - Delis Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

I seriously need to go back to this place! We got so many different thinks to try at this place! I loved all the cheese that we picked up at this spot and their prosciutto bread was the die for! It was had the perfect amount of prosciutto in the middle and the bread was so soft and perfect. Also, my husband and I got the meatball sandwich with Italian sausages. We did not eat it fresh because when we go into the car we realized that it was going to be impossible to eat in the car because it was a messy sandwich so we had to eat it the next day. We put it in the oven and I am not kidding you when I say it was the best sub ever! I can't imagine how good it would have been if we ate it fresh, so now I need to go back and try it fresh. Also, if I go back I am coming back with a ton of subs. Just a side note, the subs are huge, but trust me you're going to want to eat the whole thing! read more

Dolce & Clemente's - Delis Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

Just an amazing place... they have everything. I've mostly gone with sandwiches but every single thing looks awesome.

Bring your appetite because these offerings are enormous. Don't be confused, D&C's is quantity and quality. I would happily drive 30+ minutes from New Hope to fill my craving. The hoagies, from the bread to the meats and the add ons (l, t, onions...peppers...etc), are top notch. Don't fall for imitators...Dolce and Clemente's is the real deal. read more

I've given this place multiple chances, but they consistently mess up my sandwich order. On several occasions, they've either left out ingredients I specifically requested or added things I didn't want. It's frustrating to pay for something and not get what I ordered, especially when it happens repeatedly. It's clear there's a lack of attention to detail, and at this point, I can't justify coming back. There are plenty of other delis that actually get orders right. If you're looking for consistency, I'd recommend going elsewhere. I'm still waiting for the manager to refund my card it's only been 3 weeks since she promised. SMH read more