Phenomenal old-school Italian deli. My Italian sandwich was one of the best I've ever had: packed…read morewith a variety of quality deli meats, provolone, oil and vinegar, and veggies, and served on your choice of a fresh-baked sandwich roll or sub, it will blow your mind and fill your stomach at a reasonable price. Other family members with me had top-notch tuna salad and a chicken Parm platter. There are also lots of prepared foods and bulk meats and cheese to bring home. It's a small space that gets packed (with many regulars), so get there early to avoid a major line. The parking situation is challenging (only a few spaces out front in a cramped lot), so be ready to search for parking on adjacent streets.

This place is a true gem! They have everything you need! Homemade pasta, gnocchi, ravioli.. too…read moremany varieties and flavors to mention! The homemade sausage is superb! We bought some to freeze and bring home! Great deli sandwiches also! Must visit while in Albany!

A monumentally good sandwich! Incredible sandwich menu, everything house made, hand prepped. Every…read moreaspect of the sandwich is a work of art. The cutlet, the house baked bread, fresh spinach, house dressing, cheese, etc. it's a fun little market inside with plenty of Housemade products to buy like sauces, pasta, read to go meals, soups, etc. it's tucked away on Delaware Ave. parking is super hard but if you walk, it's worth the walk! This is the special chicken cordon pink sandwich where proceeds go to the American cancer society. Amazing stuff from top to bottom

I wandered into Cardona's Market for lunch and immediately got that small‑town Italian deli vibe:…read moreseparate counters for Deli items and Sandwiches and shelves of various Italian goods for sale. I ordered Joe's Special, and it was exactly what I hoped for: a well‑balanced stack of chicken cutlets, mayo, cheese, and bacon. The large was big enough for two meals. Albany turned up a lot of Deli options, Cardona's is a clear stand out.

Such a gem hidden inconspicuously on the side of a road, Genoa Importing was a find! Really good…read moresandwiches made to order (cold cuts, warm, whatever you want!) and lots of authentic items you won't find elsewhere. Think a convenience shop focused on Italian goodies - I saw raw honeycombs, what looked like fresh cannolis, and lots of olive oil. I definitely plan on coming back to try more options, but the sandwich I had was DELICIOUS. Their cookie selection and pasta sauces also caught my eye. Service is quick and it's essentially all carryouts. I"ll be back!

We used Genoa to cater our Christmas Eve celebration this year. I stopped in about 2 weeks before…read morethe date and they were so friendly and accommodating. I ordered 1/2 trays of everything for our group of 13 and we had more than enough food. Our dishes were Penne with Vodka Sauce, Meatballs with Marinara along with more penne in sauce, Chicken Marsala and Antipasto. The Chicken was absolutely delicious with lots of mushrooms and flavorful sauce. The meatballs were enormous and more importantly tasty. The only dish I wasn't entirely pleased with was the antipasto. I was envisioning whole chunks of cheese, olives, peppers and rolled cold cuts. Instead it was finely chopped cold cuts and American cheese on a bed of oily greens with a few pickled vegetables. Alas, I don't have any pictures! I didn't think to take any with all the festivities. I would definitely use them again for my catering/party needs.

Had lunch there on a Saturday with friends and the food and service were fantastic! Not too busy…read moreand a relaxed, casual vibe. Allowed us to bring a birthday cake and we cut it at the table.

We were on our way up to Montreal and wanted to grab a bite to eat for lunch. I found Nic'a…read moreTrattoria with a quick search and we had a great experience there. The space is spacious with lots of seating either by tables or at the bar. It gives a hip and trendy modern feel. Our server Lydia was great. I liked that they had a kids cup for my daughter's apple juice which was a regular plastic cup with a disposable top for the straw. We shared the arancini, homemade meatballs and the 5 formaggi pizza. The arancini was a great appetizer. The was a rice ball filled with mozzarella and had a nice crisp breading. It was served with their Rosa sauce. The meatballs were good and had well balanced tomato sauce served with it and pipped whipped ricotta. The wood fired pizza is something you have to get there. Definitely one of the best wood fired pizzas I've had. It had a nice thin crisp crust and a pillowy crust end. The flavor of the cheeses and garlic was a good combination. We will be back in the future when traveling in the area.

A typical ny Italian deli! It's what you're looking for and more. Funny guys behind the counter and…read moreextra groceries etc for sale in the store. The parking is on the side street and can be tight. It's a nice clean deli with some tables to sit at and enjoy your food. The sub I ordered was exactly as expected! Thanks guys!

I will always support local delis and restaurants however sometimes we have to be honest with…read moreourselves when writing reviews on places that we WANT to love. First off I'm not sure what food people in these reviews are eating, because in my experience the Italian mix sub was very bland, the bread was dry, and the meat looked pale and weird. That ambience of the place was nostalgic which is the reason why I gave it 3 stars and not 2. The woman helping me was friendly enough but made it a point to tell me how gas prices were fine at $4.10 per gallon as long as Trump was the president, which annoyed me because it gives an indication that details don't matter here. Given the taste of the $15 small sub I paid for it definitely tracks. Be your own critic, but for me it's the history of this place and not the food has people coming back. I won't be one of them.

An Extraordinary Culinary Experience and a Memory to Treasure…read more Every once in a while, you stumble upon a restaurant that reminds you that dining can be so much more than eating. Rosanna's Italian Kitchen is one of those rare places. While traveling through Albany with my mother and sister, we had the absolute pleasure of discovering this gem. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this was going to be something special. The history of the building provides a fascinating backdrop, but what truly brings Rosanna's to life is the extraordinary knowledge, skill, and passion of the people who work there. There is something wonderful about being served by people who genuinely understand and take pride in their craft. Their expertise elevated the entire experience. And the FOOD! Oh, the food. Every aspect of our meal reflected exquisite attention to detail. From the cocktails and gluten-free focaccia to the mushroom pasta, salmon, and steak frites, each offering demonstrated the kind of thoughtful preparation and culinary craftsmanship that makes a food lover's heart sing. This wasn't simply food prepared well. This was food prepared with intention, skill, and an obvious respect for the ingredients and the people fortunate enough to enjoy them. What impressed me most was that the excellence wasn't confined to one standout dish. It was woven throughout the entire experience. Every detail mattered. Nothing felt ordinary. But perhaps the most beautiful ingredient of all was the company. I was sharing this experience with my mom and sister, and somewhere between the wonderful food, the fascinating history, and the pleasure of simply being together, an evening out became a cherished family memory. I've enjoyed many wonderful meals, but there are precious few that I know I'll still be talking about years from now. This is one of them. Rosanna's is not merely a place to have dinner. It is a place to appreciate history, celebrate culinary artistry, and make memories with the people you love. To the entire Rosanna's team: Thank you for sharing your talent and passion with us. You gave three traveling women something far more lasting than a delicious meal. You gave us a story we'll tell again and again. Albany, you have something truly special here.

I am very surprised by all of the five star reviews. Our party of three had burger/fries, chicken…read moredish, tortellini, and garlic bread. No drinks. We all had water to drink. The burger/fries and chicken dish were average. The tortellini and garlic bread were below average. Tortellini tasted like it was just frozen and undercooked and then served warm, not hot. The garlic bread...how do you mess up garlic bread. It was $7 and it was literally two pieces that were the size of my pointer finger, and one of the pieces was burnt. I would have been embarrassed to serve it as complimentary, let alone charge for it. The three meals plus the two mini pieces of garlic bread came to $110 including tip. It was overpriced for the quality of the food. I would say at the most this should have been an $80 meal including tip. I would have given a 3 star review if that had been the price. I live in a pricey area and I'm not picky. I believe this is the only time I've given a restaurant anything below 4 stars. The place was clean and I like that they bring a glass bottle of water to the table.

Absolutely lucked into this place while visiting our daughter at a nearby college. We were headed…read moreto the donut shop next door and saw the sign for the cheese shop. (Certainly a lucky neighborhood) It looks small from the street but once you walk in, it opens up to a sizable store. We were greeted by a friendly staff member, he took the time to describe their cheese selection and the other things going on in the shop. He then pivoted to giving us tons of help selecting the right cheese. We sampled a couple of things and then he dialed in three choices for us to buy. (With an assist from another customer that insisted that we would love the Delice de Bourgogne) Prices were reasonable enough for the quality. We added some gourmet crackers that were neutral enough to not overpower the cheese. The next day, we made the three cheeses the focus of our lunch. The Delice de Bourgogne was the star of the show, a creamy, earthy, and savory masterpiece. The two year aged Gouda and creamy blue cheese were delightful as well! Truly glad that we walked into The Cheese Traveler!

Mary was knowledgeable and warm, happy to explain all the options available. The store was quaint…read moreand cozy and the food is delicious! We had a cup of homemade tomato soup, a Smokey Mountain and a Farmer's sandwich made with love! Super cute and delicious, stop by!

Service at bat was great and attentive Richie was awesome. Good recommendations and the drink was…read moreyummy. I had the homemade mozz sticks. So good and the raz sauce was perfect. I had the francese too and ing so good so much chicken and tons of sauce and pasta. Great flavor. Nice and lemony and creamy. Fresh bread. With and I opted for veggie soup. Delish Great spot to chat with locals too

I didn't love the hot turkey sandwich with gravy. It was a lot of bread. It was deli turkey and…read morethere was no side of cranberry which I think should be standard. I opted for the side of mashed potatoes and gravy instead of fries. The mashed potatoes were cold but they corrected that quickly. The service was fantastic. My dinner mates got a hot meatball torpedo, which looked really good and he said it was really good. The other got a white pizza which was also good! A busy local staple, it was buzzing! We had chicken wings as an appetizer and they're always great here!

Tried for the first time at a chocolate expo in Jersey. A few months ago. I love the cheese spreads…read moreso much I made an order online. Last weekend I had a feeling they would be at a different food expo. I was willing to go buy tickets to enter the expo just to see if they were there. Fortunately my hunch was right. They were there I ran over to them like we were old friends. Even gave me a hug. I knew I had to stock up on the spreads but the only lady I open for 3 months and 3 weeks once open. The 8oz pack is $8 and worth every penny. I settled on 2 -Maple Cheddars. This down come off sweet from the syrup but the flavor is addictive. I have some as a snack at night. I also bought 1 -Great Garlic Parm. The most kick you in the face with flavor. It's really potent and I find works best spread on good warmed Braided semolina Bread. Best thing to serve with your pasta dinner. This is a small family business who love their product and they should it's a great one. There are shipping fees obviously. They go higher in the summer since they need to keep it cold and costs more. I will be a customer for years to come.

Wonderful shop providing excellent and delicious service during COVID. These are the kinds of…read morestores we should make sure to support during this time - the personalized attention to detail, kindness, and thoughtfulness of the people who work here can't be replaced... not to mention the tasty goodies.