This place was a gem! It felt like the kind of local diner you only see in movies. The food, staff, and atmosphere were all wonderful. The meatball sub was incredible, and the meatballs tasted incredibly fresh. They make their mozzarella in house which was also a treat. We got to speak with the owner, and they gave us complimentary cannolis! I'm really looking forward to going back read more

Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock - Meatball sub - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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This was absolutely delicious. We came here post track meet at Marietta High. Order at the counter and find a place to sit. My son had buttered noodles. He really wanted bread and was sorely disappointed he didn't get any with his noodles. The server overheard and brought him the end pieces of the sandwiches which made my son's day! That was so thoughtful! The sandwiches were great! The diner like experience was so fun! So much to look at inside read more

The owner of this establishment is probably one of the nicest guys in the community. I've yet to have an item on the menu that wasn't 10/10, fresh quality ingredients that just shine and the hospitality and home like feel of just being here makes this place such a gem for Marietta. The music and decor just make you feel like it's a family gathering and a quick conversation with Johnny and you know there's some authentic Italian cuisine being served here. I will continue to support a place like this where the food gives you emotion and memories because that's what good food is suppose to do, stop reading this review and put this place in your gps and grab a meatball sub! read more

Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock - Meatball sub! Looked and smelled so good I ate half of it before I realized I should probably take a photo. - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

My husband and I came on a Saturday around 1 pm. The cafe was packed but we managed to find a table after placing our order. The wedding soup tasted like love, so good we could eat it every day! My husband loved his Italian sausage sandwich! I also got their meatball sandwich to go for my son. We also ordered the cannoli to go. Everyone dining seemed happy and a lot of families were eating in. If I am ever in Marietta, I will definitely be back. It was super close to Marietta High School! I wish I lived closer so I could come every week! read more

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If you're like me and you yearn for the ambience of a great Jersey experience, you must try out the Hoboken Cafe!! Johnny and the fam are genuine and lovely people who I could share a drink or a meal with on any day of the week. My wife, originally from Orange, NJ and I happened upon this little piece of Cannoli heaven on a Friday afternoon, and we knew as soon as we walked in the door we were in for a treat. The aroma of delicious gravy and bread were in the air, and everything from the laminated large print hanging menus to the pictures of the various sandwiches (both hot and cold) added to authenticity of this our new favorite spot. I was all set to order the Chicken Vesuvio sandwich and the wife was going to order the Chicken Parm sandwich, but Johnny suggested the Broccoli Rabe sandwich which was roasted pork and broccoli rabe and peppers on a firm piece of bread. The meal was delicious! (I had a half of the wife's and she had half of mine). If you're a fan of good food, great people and an authentic Jersey shop, will love this place! read more

Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Ate so fast I didn't get a chance to take a picture. I got the chicken vesuvio sandwich. It's the best chicken cutlet sandwich I've had in the city. It's a hot sandwich, it's advertised as spicy, but it's not too bad at all. Price is amazing, food was amazing and great family style atmosphere. This is the first time I'm filling out a review in the parking lot. Even though the name is Cafe, this is an authentic Italian restaurant. I will be coming back for sure. Most certainly worth the trip. read more

5 stars Can't believe it's been a whole year since I last came--and wow, I forgot just how amazing this place is! I need to come more often. The meatball sub is absolutely heavenly, especially with the house-made mozzarella...melty, flavorful, and totally next-level. I devoured it so fast I didn't even snap a pic--but trust me, it's as good as it sounds. Don't skip dessert either! They've got a lovely selection of Italian cookies to-go and their world-famous cheesecake and cannoli are to die for. It's that perfect blend of comfort food and Italian soul. Already planning my next visit! read more

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I was born and raised in Hoboken. On a recent trip to Georgia for a baseball tournament, I discovered a taste of home!!! Awesome food, awesome bread, and an owner from my old hometown! The meatballs and fresh mozzarella (MUTZ if you will) were on point!!! If you're ever in the Marietta area.....it's a MUST stop!!!! read more

Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock - The owner & me! - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Omg! How have I not reviewed this place yet?!? Absolutely criminal I've missed this. THIS is that local sandwich spot you go to if you want great food and that hey your family" vibe. The staff is absolutely magical and you get that great Italian Jersey vibe immediately. The food is killer and great quality/portions. I've yet to have something bad and I've tried half the menu at this point. It's a staple we take all our visitors to. #ItsNotSauceItsGravy read more

I need to have more stars to give for this restaurant. From the minute we walked in we felt at home. The owner explained everything and recommended the menu. I had the balsamic chicken Parmesan with fresh mozzarella and bread on the side and hubby had an Italian sub w fresh mozzarella. I can't explain how good the meal was and even though I was so full I had to try the cannoli. The homemade cannoli is filled on order and even though I wasn't a fan of other cannolis I could not put into words how fantastic this was. If you can get to this restaurant you will not be disappointed! read more

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Really solid sandwich shop, always busy even on Saturdays. Quality ingredients you can taste. Friend and I recently grabbed a hero and a tuna sub to go and we loved them both. Will def be back again and try a hot sub next time. Only suggestion is to have a quicker way to pick up to go orders, as opposed to waiting in the full line of ppl ordering. read more

We stopped in to Hoboken Café today for lunch. I've been here several times before and have never been disappointed. Today was an especially good visit. The food was on point. The meatballs are so good I never order anything else! My son noticed all the photos on the wall and was asking the owner some questions about his experiences. The friendly conversation really made our day. Clean tables, efficient service, friendly staff. Reminds me of home - and that's about the best compliment you can give! read more

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I have been driving by Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock Road since they opened and always thought I should give this NJ style Italian deli a try. Well my better half and I tried their delicious food this past Friday afternoon. I am sorry that we hadn't visited them earlier but we are definitely going back SOON! This Italian deli is located at the front of a strip shipping center just west of Lidl on Whitlock Road. They have adequate parking and overflow parking could use the Lidl parking lot. Upon entry there are booths along two walls and 4-top tables throughout. You place your order at a counter and are given a number. Your order is delivered to the table. The owner and staff are very kind and friendly. We told our order taker that it was our first time and he patiently answered our questions. As we were finishing our meal the owner walked around all the tables and greeted the customers. My better half who is Italian ordered the Hoboken hot dog with peppers and onions. She LOVED the hot dog. She is already talking about what she is ordering for our next visit. I ordered the Famous meatball sandwich with their house made mozzarella. The meatball sandwich is served in delicious fresh bread and the large meatballs smothered in marinara sauce are superb. The sandwiches are big enough for the largest appetite you can muster. I also ordered a cup of Italian Wedding Soup. The homemade soup was so tasty. I ordered a cannoli for dessert and it was one of the best I have ever tasted. It ranks with the cannolis that I have purchased from the Italian North End in Boston. So if you want authentic Italian cooking that is prepared with the freshest ingredients, visit the Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock Road as soon as possible. read more

The sandwich was like $19 and somehow still tasted emotionally under seasoned. And before the mob comes for me: "Yes yes yes, AUTHENTIC NORTHEAST DELI." I get it. You miss New Jersey. But nostalgia is not a seasoning. At one point I legitimately checked myself for COVID. If this is authentic then the entire state of New Jersey owes Chili's an apology..... read more

My new favorite place in Marietta. Authentic and tasty! love everything about Hoboken Cafe! read more

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They make a nice sandwich ! I had the Hoboken it was great! We also ordered egg plant parm and chicken parm That was also great.It was around lunch time but line moves fast we got our meal fast.I give this place 5 stars and we will be back. read more

Absolutely delicious! Authentic NJ fare. Mozzarella cheese is mad on-site as well as the bread. Wonderful! We had the meatball sub and a tuna salad and went back for a cheesecake. OMG Highly recommend this place. read more

Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock - Half a meatball & mozzarella sandwich - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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Best sandwich place around! Their pasta and potato salad are amazing! We love that it's a small business and all the workers are so nice!

I live in Lilburn, so it's a haul to get there, but the meatball sub is worth it. It's probably for the best it's so far away, because otherwise I'd be in there every week. It's like being back home in the tri-state area. The chicken parm is great too!! Friendly staff, great food. I only wish they open later for us night owls. Best meatball sub I've had in the south. Highly recommend!! read more

This place was a bit of a drive for me, but I made it because I had seen they did authentic hero. I went for the Meatball Mozz and Prosciutto w/ Fresh Mozzarella. My Roommate went with the Hoboken Hero. All the sandwiches were very tasty and the bread wasn't too crunchy but just right for a hero. It took a lot to restrain myself from grabbing a peice of cake when I came to pickup. Everyone there was eating some kind of desert. I really liked the Meatball most of all. Saved some of the Prosciutto and Mozz for dinner. When you order take out, you just walk up to the counter on the right and give them the name on the order. The place was pretty packed for a late lunch time around 1:20-2pm window. I wanted to try some of their pasta salads, but since I had ordered two sandwiches for myself, I couldn't bring myself to order more. The location has checkard tile, looks a lot like you would expect a sandwich shop to be. The overall quality was there and everything gave it that "Hoboken" New Jersey look I gather. Parking seemed limited but doable. read more

Food: Fantastic! Everything was fresh and sandwiches are quite big, we should have shared. The bread is firmer so it didn't get all soggy, a real plus. Service: Friendly and patient, so many great options, it took us a minute to decide. Atmosphere: Busy, lots of hustle and bustle, but had a true cafe feel. Loved the picture menu. read more

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Love this place. The service is top notch and you can tell that everyone working there loves what they do, and treats you special. The place is so inviting and they are so helpful- Now, the star of the show is definitely the meatballs!! In love!! Fresh, hot, flavorful- I swear I could eat it every week. This is my new favorite go to, to take out of town guests, so they can get a little piece of goodness in this city! read more

Underwhelming. We're from NY and this was not representative of NY or NJ sandwiches. The meatball sandwich had 2 meatballs cut in half in about a 6-8 inch sandwich and the chicken parm was a nice size for the sandwich. Overall, it really lacked seasoning and the meatballs were just "meh" to me. Each of these running an average of $14-$15, which I think was quite overpriced for what you received. The fresh mozzarella was good. The bread was too soft for my liking. I prefer crusty bread outside and pillowy soft on the inside, this was soft all around. I think there are better places for this type of food, so unlikely to return in the near future unless we decide to try a different offer from their menu. read more

Fresh, fresh, fresh!! My husband, originally from Boston, says it tastes like home. The chicken cutlet was lightly breaded and perfectly cooked. The mozzarella was better than any other store bought mozzarella we've ever tasted. The portion of meat on the sandwich of the day was generous. The chicken Milanese was big enough to split and still have some to take home. The pepperdew peppers are sweet then spice it up at the finish- I added them to the Milanese- yum!!! The dining room is clean, spacious & homey. The service was friendly and welcoming. The owner was sure to introduce himself. Everyone was just so friendly!! We loved it and we'll be back. Don't just go there- RUN!! read more

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Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock brings a bit of New Jersey to Marietta, Georgia. Being that I am from New Jersey, hearing about a New Jersey Italian Deli in Marietta, Georgia had me head this way when business found me in Atlanta, Georgia. The establishment is in a strip mall and is aesthetically pleasing both inside and out. Walking in, the walls are lined with photos paying tribute to Hoboken, New Jersey. The gentleman behind the counter was friendly and pointed me in the right direction on what I was looking for for a great lunch. The special of the day featured an intriguing sounding sandwich, but one with provolone. I asked to swap out the provolone with fresh mozzarella, which was not a problem. The sandwich was very good. It was very good and something that I would definitely recommend. Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock has definitely brought a bit of the Garden State down here to the South and that is definitely a reason to celebrate. Not only for Jersey transplants like myself, but for anyone that is within this community or that visits this community. New Jersey has some incredible food. Maybe I am biased, but I think Jersey has the best food as a region in this country. If you are missing the food or just want an incredible meal, I would definitely recommend Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock. Overall, I give Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock five stars. read more

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one of the best subs i've ever had!! the interior really has that italian american feel, very eclectic. the food came out quick and even after eating the whole thing, i didn't feel like crap. it was so light and flavorful, hopefully i get to come back! read more

Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Best Italian food in Georgia, it is like having a piece of Jerzee in GA. Great service and the pastasauce second to none. Family business so one is treated like family read more

The food and service was wonderful. Everyone was so friendly. Very clean establishment including bathrooms. Will definitely be back.

High quality food and service. Now what you want to order when you get to the counter. It's like the varsity but with a New Jerseys attitude and impatience for messing up the flow. Highly recommended! read more

I live in NJ, so when I visit family I have to come and get meatballs, and they are better than Jersey's Italian markets. Best meatballs ever! Can't wait to come again when I'm there! read more

Love this place but am soooo disappointed. My husband and I have been sharing a $17 sandwich and also purchasing additional sides, drinks, and desserts. Today they decided to implement a $3.00 sharing charge. WTH???? Aren't prices high enough? Are you so strapped and/or petty that you think this is a good idea? Sorry, we will miss you. read more

Phenomenal! If you have not tried this gem in Marietta you are missing out. I have had most things on the menu and all have been winners. My go to is the chicken balsamic sandwich, but if you are there on stuffed pepper day- don't miss out on that one. Service is fast and efficient and the owner John is a true character. read more

Walking thru the front door brought me back to my childhood and Sunday dinners at my grandparents New York home with the wonderful smells of Italian food. A fantastic sandwich menu with plenty of fine options and side items/salads. By far my favorite items are the meatball parm sandwich with sliced mozzarella (made on site) and a side of potato salad. You order at the counter, they give you a number and you take a seat at a table after you review all the celebrity pictures on the wall. A warm and friendly environment with superb customer service. If you're smart you will order sandwiches upfront to take home for yourself and family members. Review their menu on Yelp to have a plan before you arrive in Marietta Ga. Plenty of parking available in this strip center. Thanks to all at the Hoboken Cafe. read more

Seriously good food! I haven had anything I was disappointed in! The meatball sub is the bomb! The owner and staff are so friendly! read more

Love the tuna salad sandwich!! The service is fast and friendly. And it's a cute little place as well!

I've driven past this place a few times & always been curious about it, because I was raised in GA but I'm a Jersey Gurl at heart. Anywho, my coworker from NY insisted that we go here for lunch & I'm so glad we did - What a gem of a place! We went around lunch time, so the parking lot was packed, but it smelled good from the outside; which is always a good sign. My gf recommended the Chicken Vesuvio & it was so good I ate the whole thang & didn't even think about taking pics til I had a couple bites left. The bread & mozzarella cheese are made in-house, so everything's fresh! The food was really good, but the best part of the experience was mingling with the owner while he took our orders. He had such a genuine, welcoming, & down to earth spirit with a sprinkle of Northern charm. The decor/ambience really brings you back to Jersey & the picture wall is a nice touch! Definitely recommend this place 10/10 Can't wait to come back! read more

This is THE BEST sub cafe that I have ever had the pleasure of visiting!! Bar none!! The food is amazing! The ingredients are fresh, very tasty and never mushed together so that you can't distinguish what you're eating! I have eaten here many times and have NEVER had a bad sub! As a matter of fact, I don't even go to other sub shops because Hoboken is the best there is!! Hoboken is approximately 27 miles from my home and I happily enjoy the drive there as I know what's waiting at the end of my drive! The service is excellent for such a small place!! They bring your order to your table and they do so quickly!! If you need anything, they are constantly watching and waiting to help you! And they have the best cheesecake that I have ever tasted!! This is a "must try" cafe if you want a great sub!! Check the hours of operations before you visit because they don't stay open all day!! If Hoboken Cafe doesn't become your favorite sub cafe after a visit, then it will definitely be on your top sub cafe list after a visit!! read more

My family asked for me to go out of my way to get food. I asked where you want me to go. They said Hoboken for subs. We got sausage and onion pepper sub with Italian cold cut and chicken parmigiana sub. lol they love their food. It's small but pack a very homey feeling. read more

Really good sandwiches. I got the balsamic chicken sandwich which had fried chicken cutlet, arugula, mozzarella, and roasted bell peppers. Chicken was great and all the toppings were perfect combo. My dad got the sausage, peppers, and onion sandwich which was also great; a lot of sausage which is nice. We got a hoboken hero (cold cuts, lettuce, tomato, onion, vinegar) to go and when I tried it later, it was also good. I liked the other two sandwiches more though. And finally, we split a cannoli which was fresh and creamy and outside crunchy. Sandwiches are big. The Italian roll bread is slightly different from other places. It's not crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. It's more chewy overall. I liked it but it's a preference thing. Staff was nice and the food came out quick. There's a parking lot, but it's small. We went on a weekday for lunch and it was pretty busy inside. Luckily, there's a lot of tables, so should be fine. read more

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Charlie and Zach are fantastic!! Love the diner ambiance's great everybody loved their meal the meatball sub was incredible the cheese was fresh bread was fresh thank you for a great Lunch. read more

Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock - That's what's left of a meatball sub with fresh mozzarella very delicious thank you Charlie for the great recommendation. - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia