I told my friend that we were going to Italy for lunch. She didn't get it. Neither of us are rich. I told her bring her passport. She thought I was crazy. ...until we walked in the door. Italian pop songs played in the background. All materials--pasteries, prosciutto, pistachio cream filled cannolis--are imported from Italy. Even the cafe table tops sport mosaics the type of which are common along the Almafi coast. No need to talk about the coffee; I don't drink that stuff. My friend, a coffee fanatic, said it was very very good. I stick to tea--and I love that they serve it with style. My own little tea pot on a little tray. It is just astounding how quickly Emiliano's has become a neighborhood institution and a go-to place for wonderful Italian treats. EVERBODY goes there, and everyone is made to feel like family. Go for the fabulous food, drinks, and goodies. Stay because it's Italy in you back yard. read more

My favorite cafe! I love the lattes, sandwiches, snacks, ambiance, and more. I highly recommend stopping in if you're looking for a cozy spot to get a drink or snack. read more

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A lovely lunch spot with songs in Italian playing in the background and beautifully decorated tables amid a high end grocery specializing in Italian goods. Fast friendly service, I wanted something with turkey and left it to the man behind the counter to recommend. His suggestion was just what I needed. The sesame bread on my hot turkey and spicy salami sandwich was firm yet soft, and the provolone didn't overwhelm the meats. Come for coffee and a breakfast food/pastry (as I have before) or for a respite and delicious healthy, hearty sandwich. Busy yet not overwhelmed with local students as during the school year, you can also enjoy outdoor seating. Buon appetito! read more

Emiliano's Market - Il Grande - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

Charming Italian salumeria with excellent prepared foods , pastries can take out or eat in. Staff is very pleasant

The sandwiches are delicious...a little pricey but worth it honestly The store itself has amazing products from Italy. I need to come here to buy a lot of different items from Italy read more

Assaje bello! Finally, a super legit Italian market/cafe in Riverdale. Paninis are great (try the Rocco) and look no further for any imported food + snacks! Management is terrific and the dining area is impeccable! read more

Emiliano's Market offers a variety of Italian foods and goods from Italy. You can dine in, order to go, or enjoy outdoor seating when the weather is warm. Prices are on the higher side. During my visits, the staff interaction has been limited, which makes the experience feel more transactional than personal. read more

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I ordered a sausage pepper hero it was okay. My husnabd got a chicken parm hero. ( it was horrible, the chicken parm was cold af like cold cold. The bread itself was warm but the everything the chicken and cheese is just so cold like they gave us an old sandwich but swap the bread the a fresher ones. Ice tea was good. We were very happy excited to try this place out. Definitely a huge disappointment. read more

Just an update...they now have delicious homemade gelato in many flavors! In addition to their delicious pastas, sandwiches and other Italian specialties, they have the best gelato. So yum! read more

Emiliano's Market - Getting ready for a treat! - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

Absolutely love this gem in the neighborhood. First of all everyone who works there is so friendly. And secondly, the food is delicious. It serves as a market but also has tables where you can get some food and drinks, including outdoor tables in the warm weather. I first came here in the summer for some sandwiches. I was excited for more. Now, I ended up trying their dinner menu and was quite impressed. I got some sparkling wine and beer to try but also indulged in their egg pasta. My friend enjoyed her panini as well. I look forward to returning here. read more

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Good little Italian market in Riverdale. They sell a ton of Italian goods like pasta, cheese, olive oil, sweets, etc. I ordered the Rocco panini on ciabatta bread and it was really, really good. Also tried the lemon and pistachio cannolis, delish! They have a few tables inside for eating, as well as outdoors. read more

Emiliano's Market - Rocco - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

Wow. You don't have to go to Florence or Arthur Avenue to find a well-stocked market full of the best Italian goods. We walked out with olives, pancetta, Parmigiano Reggiano, marinara sauce, gluten-free fettucini and tortellini, gluten-free cannoli (!) as delicious as the ones we had at the Mt. Aetna rest stop. Friendly cheerful staff even though the line behind us grew long. And they deliver! Delightful. read more

Came in for lunch to-go! Such a hidden gem in Riverdale. Loved the vibe and how friendly everyone was. Lots of imported Italian goods as well as a huge list of sandwiches and hot meals. I opted not to sit down and eat at the market today but it seems like the perfect spot for a casual date or family lunch. I got the Francamente panini and it was huge for $14. I also got two small canolli (lemon and pistachio). Super sweet but yummy! Loved the lemon flavor. Will definitely be back. Didn't take a picture of the sandwich because I inhaled it. Please don't judge me. read more

Emiliano's Market - Fresh Canolli - Small (Pistachio and Lemon) - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

I do really like this restaurant. However, we went there for breakfast. hour and I had breakfast. My husband had a meatball hero, and unfortunately, his meatball hero was very, very displeasuring.It was ice cold.They gave him a cold hero with cold meatballs, and he had never experienced a meatball hero.Sandwich ice cold, if that is how they serve it.They need to advise it's cold, or would you prefer hot?He was so angry, he ate it, and he said he'd never go back there read more

On the surface, it looks like a nice place. The menu of sandwiches seemed a bit steep in price. I decided a create my own with chicken cutlet, lettuce tomato and balsamic. Got the sandwich, and the chicken was ultra thin. I like crispy, but the chicken was so thin could barely even taste it. Mostly just tasted the breading. It definitely wasn't freshly made. Could taste the prosciutto and it was alright. I know the picture looks like 2 slices of chicken, and it is, but one is just a small piece of the chicken on the other half of the sandwich. Two very thin chicken cutlets. One per side of sandwich. I don't expect many pieces, but at least thicker. My friend got a mushroom rice ball and it was obvious that it was frozen, barely any rice and two thin slices of mushroom inside and noticeably microwaved. It was basically hollow. The rice and mushroom didn't fill the entire center like it should. It cost $6. Someone hyped this place up to me, and can't say it lived up to it. All I got was this sandwich and it cost $15.79 with tax. read more

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Plenty of Italian imported goods on sale at this deli/cafe/sandwich shop/pasta restaurant. We went during Halloween week and the place was beautifully decorated. We got the Emiliano and Rosa sandwiches. They weren't cheap, but the ingredients were legit and the panini were solid. read more

Emiliano's Market - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

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There's no doubt about it, Emiliano's is outstanding! I moved out of NYC to realize how much I've missed coming here. The Sandwiches.... Over the top delicious from the first to last bite. The array of authentic Italian products to the most of amazing pastries to can sink your teeth into. The staff is super friendly and genuine. Not to be missed! read more

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I have come here with my friends many times and I have to say the food is wonderful! And the cookies they have there are sooooo gooood!! This place really is a great place to stay and eat or even grab and go!! definitely 5 stars! read more

Italian wonderland. Incredible coffee and dreamy pastries. Especially the one in the photo. Perfect croissants too. I've had their scrumptious pastas and devine Italian sandwiches. This is the place to pick up anything Italian and delicious and the owners are incredibly welcoming. You won't forget your visit here. read more

Emiliano's Market - Incredible latte and dreamy pastry. It's right next to the register. This place is an Italian wonderland. - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

Came here for a quick bite. The panini is the number one item ordered. However, they do offer a selection of pastas and hot food see menu below. The prices for the paninis are a bit pricey but the panini I ordered had a good amount of meats and reasonably sized. You can definitely shared with someone if you're not that hungry. The panini I ordered was very fresh and tasted yummy. The place has indoor and outdoor seating. I love that they sell a variety' of Italian groceries. I even saw wine and beer. They were out of cibatta bread so I got the rosemary instead. The pastries were yummy as well great place to stop by and get your meats , cheese's or even cofeee. Love to see this restaurant in North riverdale. The place is clean and the staff is friendly read more

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Great little Authentic modern Italian grocery and bistro with superior panini and pasta dishes and a good selection of imported pasta and other things. Wonderful gelato And slamming espresso and hot chocolate. Fresh bread daily too. read more

A great asset to Riverdale! An authentic and lovely Italian market, a gastronomical and visual treat.

Emiliano & Franca have been our neighbors in this North Riverdale enclave for years. And as their story tells, they always wanted to put together their own "Piazza". Piazza is an Italian name for a public square where people can hang out. And Emiliano's Market is becoming that quite rapidly. I wish they had even more space to spread their warmth around the neighborhood. I love to travel around the city to find fresh Italian ingredients to make food at home, and that would take me typically to the Bronx's little Italy, and some other particular favorite haunts around the city. But now I don't have to go anywhere. I just walk down the street and I have everything I need from prepared food to food I can make myself. I think the most important thing about this market is that as a former shop owner myself I know the reason people keep coming back is because of how you treat them. And Emiliano & Franca just make you feel so at ease, so welcome, so appreciated, that you will keep returning. It's the relationship that you make with shop owners that makes you a loyal customer, in addition to their wonderful collection of food and goods. This place has it all. If you want to feel like you have your own little Italian Piazza to hang out at, come visit. This place is precious and we're not letting it ever leave North Riverdale. read more

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My death row meal. Too good to be true. Try it out for yourself. Great service better people. Ask for George if he's there.

What a welcome addition to the Riverdale neighborhood! (And I totally concur with Yelp reviewer Adam P. that this place is "a blessing to the neighborhood.") Emiliano's is currently operating in "soft opening" mode--that is, for the time being, they are only serving a few speciality foods imported from Italy (olive oils, tapenades, pastas, and the like), made-to-order sandwiches and paninis, and drinks (sodas, juices, and flavored water). The deli does plan on carrying hot, take-away selections, but they haven't yet begun stocking them. I asked an employee when they would begin serving hot food, and they mentioned that their homemade take-away selections were "coming soon." Apparently, the deli is just now in the process of staffing up and building their menus. Now for details on my first visit: Our first trip to Emiliano's occurred on a weekend day around lunchtime. I was accompanied by my partner Tony, and we both were jonesing for sandwiches after a long morning bike ride. Tony had the Emiliano sandwich, which was served on Rosemary Ciabatta (they were out of regular Ciabatta bread). The ingredients included prosciutto, mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, arugula, and oil & vinegar. Tony reported that his sandwich was super tasty, and I totally agree (yes, he reluctantly gave me a bite). I tried the Peppino sandwich, which featured prosciutto, mortadella, capicola, grana padana (a hard Italian cheese), roasted red peppers, lettuce, tomatoes, and oil & vinegar. It was also super tasty and served on "Hero" bread. Note that Emiliano's uses Italian (not Italian American) hero bread, which is much tougher to chew than the Italian American counterpart. If you don't like bread that will give your jaws a workout, I suggest changing the bread to Ciabatta. As for the deli's interior, it's been totally gutted and renovated to resemble a modern Italian take-away deli. In other words, it's quite inviting! They also have set up a few outside tables on the sidewalk, which are quite inviting when the weather is nic. Final thoughts: Both of us were blown away by how tasty everything was. We are definitely eager to return, and we are especially excited about some of the forthcoming homemade hot selections. read more

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The best grilled chicken sandwich of all time. The staff is so friendly and they make the food with a huge smile on their face. I love this place and will always drive out of my way to come here because of the service and quality of food. read more

Somehow I thought I already reviewed this very elegant venue. It is much like stepping into a deli/cafe in the heart of Florence! Beautiful selection of every unique Italian condiment, breadstick, pastries, a small selection of packed self serve artisan cheeses and meats suitable for a lovely charcuterie tray, which Im certain they can make for you, as they have an extensive catering menu. The staff is amazingly accommodating and friendly. The actually deli counter is beyond compare. Nothing like it in the area, maybe not even on Arthur Ave, although I have not looked there, because ..... why? am pretty sure they have gelato, and there is a small seating section for anyone who is too excited to wait to eat one of their delicious paninis. My next order of business is to try one of their pastas, but will have to wait to go with a friend. If the portion is anything like the panini, it will be at least equivalent to two servings or else plan to eat it for lunch, dinner and lunch again! Another heads up, parking can be a little tricky, I recommend grabbing a takeout menu, calling in advance, then run in to grab it. However, if you are walking distance and have not been inside before, take a stroll and take your time. The items on the shelfs such a fig jam, European cookies.... many of these in their regular packaging are fully gift-worthy AS IS without extra wrapping, maybe a simple brown bag and a card? I keep a few handy for last minute bdays, and DEFINITELY perfect for Secret Santa type events. REALLY the only reason for only 4 Stars is that its SO popular, sometimes when Im craving something, its simply too crowded and I am too impatient! So really I should give myself one less star. A Riverdale Gem! read more

This is quite the hidden gem of all gems! Right in Riverdale. But you would think you're in Italy! The owners and staff are very friendly. All their food and pantry items are all so authentic. I really feel transported to a homey Italian deli. I'm so glad I've stumbled across this place. read more

This is a cute market that's easily accessible by walking or public transit. Everything I've had at Emiliano's is delicious. The pastries and the panini are all delicious. This is a must-try for everyone coming to North Riverdale! read more

What an addition to the neighborhood! This is a very well stocked Italian specialty market. They also serve breakfast, pasta and sandwiches, hot and cold. Everything is epic! Please also try the beautiful Italian pastries. Some are made in house, others are made elsewhere but also incredible. I've been to a party that they catered to-- a large array of antipasto. To die for. read more

I happened to stumble to this magical market thanks to a simple online order I made through Uber eats! I had no idea how wonderful of a market this place was until I went there to pick up my order after work. The entire layout and atmosphere here felt special, my mood changed as soon as I walked in.-the place is impressive. Everything here is Italian! I mean, EVERYTHING! They just don't sell food and pastries, they also sell Italian beers, sparking waters, coffee beans, olive oil, potteries, lotions, tooth pastes, toiletries as well! The store has wonderfully fresh, crisp chicken cutlets here, making superb sandwiches. Honestly, what won my heart was how they treated me. The customer service here was exceptional, I was a nobody, let alone, this was my first time here and they treated me with care. Franca and the staff here even called me in advance to update me that they were short of the smaller portioned sfogliatella, she gave me the larger portion at no cost! I left here feeling grateful, this place rocks! read more

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Amazing sandwiches delicious pastries everything was so damn good. We ordered sandwiches and we received a little gift of pastries and they were so good we had to order some for a family get together and our family ate it all up. What a gem. read more

So upset it took me this long to find out about Emiliano's Market. I drive past it almost everyday on my lunch break but glad I finally decided to give it a try. I walk in and greeted immediately. Inside is small and cute. Very clean and some seats if you want to sit down and enjoy your sandwich. The service is excellent and they were very friendly. On the sandwich I got Prosciutto di parma, chicken cutlet, fresh mozz, sun dried tomatoes, arugula, and balsamic glaze. The sandwich is phenomenal and the bread is super fresh. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I had my sandwich pressed. My only concern would be for the chicken cutlet to be a little thicker. They really pounded it lol. But overall excellent and will be back. read more

Emiliano's Market - Prosciutto di parma, chicken cutlet, fresh mozz, sun dried tomatoes, arugula, and balsamic glaze. - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

I found this place while I was browsing through Yelp on a search for caterers in a 10 mile radius of our home. I noticed it was Italian and I'm biased to these types of places b/c I'm Italian American. It had stellar reviews and the pics of the food seemed authentic and I was sold. I ordered on a Friday before Thanksgiving. The woman over the phone who assisted me could not have been nicer. Her name was Franca. We ordered our thanksgiving meal. Which consisted of a 45$ Anti-pasta plate, which was beautifully prepared. The Genoa salami was crafted into looking like long petals of a flower. And they added small colorful petals from real flowers around the cheese, mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes, as well as the mini bread sticks with prosciutto wrapped around them plus olives. Everything not only looked good but was just as delicious! We also ordered lasagna, carrots and French string beans, mashed potatoes, home made herb roasted stuffing, gravy, and sliced , thick Italian Herb encrusted Turkey. The Turkey was savory, slightly fatty and completely mouth wateringly delicious! Lately we ordered a box of deserts; 2 mini fresh cannolis, 2 sfogliatelle, 2 aragostini ( think lobster claw pastries) one filled with regular white cream and the other with pistachio flavored cream. And 2 casatelle. The highlights were the Turkey, the homemade gravy, which was savory, the anti pasta with the exception of the parmigiana cheese. The salami was fresh, so tasty. I Funghi, the mushrooms were divinely oiled and salted. The cheese, idk what type of cheese it was, was worth every morsel. And the mini Italian breadsticks wrapped in prosciutto were incredible. Now the lasagna was good.however I prefer my lasagna pasta to be more Al dente. But there was a ton of gooey cheese and the sauce was tasty. One negative was that it was very oily. The mashed potatoes were soo good I couldn't stop eating them right out of the tray. All the deserts were genuinely Italian made pastries that were fresh as they were a perfect ending to round out our Thanksgiving meal from this lovely Italian market out in the Riverdale section of the bronx. Alltogether it came to approx 265$ including tax. Well worth every penny! :) Lovely experience from start to ending. Thanks for the love through food preparation you shared with us. Run to this place for your favorite Italian meals & market needs! read more

Great little Italian grocery and cafe. Pleasant staff. Decent prices for imported goods.

Bread on signature sandwich was tough and kind of stale. Cheesecake was still partially frozen. Atmosphere is nice though.

first i have to give a shout out to the cleanliness of the bathroom. honestly, i think it was the cleanest bathroom i've ever used in any establishment in my life! second, i'll give a shout out to the delicious grilled chicken panini i ate. bread, chicken, and vegetables were very fresh and yummy. third, place is overall very cute, with tons of items imported from italy...king of like a small Eately. i'd definitely return! read more

Emiliano's Market - chicken panini - delicious and fresh - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

Emiliano's is a new restaurant in north Riverdale that serves Italian delicacies. I came for lunch and ordered the Il Grande hero. Everything was tasty and filling. The customer service is also really great! read more

Emiliano's Market - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

Good selection of sandwiches and Italian products. A bit pricey, but the quality merits it.

Emiliano's Market is a blessing to the neighborhood. Growing up as an Italian American in Brooklyn, I've become used to what I consider a proper Italian Hero which you could get from deli's / salumeria / pork stores on every other block in South Brooklyn. I've heard Riverdale had italian markes in the past, but nothing like this existed in Riverdale recently until Emiliano's opened up. As of this review, they're still in a soft-open stage and have not had their grand opening. But their sandwich menu is spot on and their sandwich preparation was better than I could hope for. Finally a proper Italian Hero in the neighborhood. This isn't a gut-buster bellybomb like you get on Arthur Ave. What they prepare is the perfect sandwich; excellent imported ingredients and the right amount to leave you satisfied. If this is how good they make their sandwiches, I can't wait until they start making prepared Italian meals. read more

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