Great panini's! Made my friend a vegetarian option off the menus with fresh veggies of the day…read more Friendly.

Admittedly, we came here because Aziz Ansari came here while filming Master of None, and they even…read morehave a picture of him out front. It's a small space with a few outdoor tables. There isn't really room inside to eat. The outdoor parklet is nice because there's a glass barrier to the street, and there are umbrellas for of it's sunny, blankets for if it's cold. The focus is sandwiched. Paninis are €7 each. There's a menu on the wall in Italian with the 5 daily choices (including a vegetarian one). Wines are cheap: €3.50-5 a glass. We tried: - Braesola with truffle cream: I love that the braesola here is not as salty as in the US - Mortadella with fava bean purée: unexpectedly good You can grab a glass of wine and walk around the market as you wait for your sandwich - no sure if it's really allowed, but no one stopped us. Also, the Mercato has free WiFi. The woman working there were very patient while we decided on our order, and she spoke English. Cash only.

Now my wife did some research so when we were in Modena we came here for a snack because we wanted…read moreto try this local classic. Like everything in Italy, the most simple things are usually the best. We told the person at the counter that we just wanted to "try" so he recommended we just get the 4 most popular toppings. I wouldnt necessarily say that it was a must have but the wife and i are foodies so we loved the idea of having something that was specific to the region and not something that we would find say like in Milan.

I was recommended this place by a local when I used to live in Modena and I really can't thank him…read moreenough for his insider knowledge as this place quickly became one of my locals! I have fond memories of this place from when I used to live in Modena and couldn't believe my luck that I had stumbled across a largely unknown (at least I had never heard of it) but very traditional local speciality: the crescentina. In the local language (Modenesi) it is known as Chersenta, hence the name of the establishment and it is basically a traditional sandwich. The bread, the star of the show, is traditionally made in "tigelle" (circular terracotta discs lined with chestnut leaves), although nowadays they have a special device that mimics the traditional method. Traditionally this bread and opened (like a pita bread) and filled with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and slathered with Pesto alla Modenese (also known as Cunza) which is a garlic and rosemary flavoured pork lard. Nowadays, however, there is a wide range of ingredients you can stuff the bread with. My usual used to be Italian cured ham, cremino piccante (a type of spicy soft cheese), artichokes and mushrooms. So simple yet so satisfying. If you are not in the mood for savoury, you can get one filled with Nutella or other sweet ingredients instead. If you are in the area, this is a must as it's close to the main square and right next to the Mercato Albinelli (Local Covered Market). Every time I went to the market, I would come here for lunch or snack.

In my Italy trip, I stopped by here to have these mini sandwiches on this bread called tigelle…read more They are stuffed with meat and toppings. The place is a small store with some seatings inside and outside. The staff is very friendly. Ordered the Goldy. Nice amount of meat on the sandwiches and each are unique. Warm, freshly made tigelle with a rich, satisfying filling and plenty of flavour in every bite. The bread had that ideal contrast of lightly crisp outside and soft inside, and the portion felt filling without being overly heavy. Perfect for tasting different Modena meat and flavours.

Simple, good, and at a cheap price point. We got the gourmet, and it was great. No complaints.read more

Delicious and easy sandwich shop. Great value, quick service, perfect before classes. 10/10read more

Excellent bread, mortadella, cream, rocket. Bologna…read more That's a 5 star review in and of itself and Il Panino is one of the best representations of that you will find in the city. I was there before the crowd rush and was able to take my time and savor the magic. They have something for whatever you are in the mood for but mortadella in Bologna is hard to beat.

"Il Giusto Gusto" translates to the right taste & "Panini e Birre Artigianali" translates to…read moresandwiches and craft beer. The sandwiches are a baguette cut in two, and the selections are combinations I would never thought of and up until now everyone I've tried was excellent. I plan to try the beers next time.

Amazing spot our hotel recommended for lunch, the team here has great service, has delicious food,…read moreand the restaurant has a very cool vibe to it (see the pictures). We ordered the meat and cheese plate - came with other items such as jams, eggplant, bread with different toppings-we loved it. Paired with a delicious white wine made the afternoon. There was a mix of locals and travelers in the restaurant so if the locals are eating there, you know it's good. Give it a try!

During a day of walking around Bologna center, we stopped by for a bite to eat. We ordered a board…read morefor two people (we were 4), sampled meats, fruits, and spreads. We enjoyed beer and wine and sat at a high top near the door. The place was busy, enjoyed the busy and rustic aesthetic, friendly and prompt service. The food was fresh, delicious, and the generous portion was perfect for the four of us.

This famous sandwich shop has been around since WWII serving fresh sandwiches with different…read morespecials everyday. They are busy but the service is quick and most people get take away. Definitely a foodie spot too!

Wow! We went based on reviews and it was fantastic! Artichoke carciofa pie & spicy cavallo crudo…read more(horse tartare) sandwich. The prosciutto sandwich was thin though--would skip that next time. They are takeaway only. A few small tables outside at the next-door pepen cafe that sold coffee, wine, & beer. The line was long to order the food but it moves fast, and they call your name when it's ready.

Great great great! Came to the original location in Florence and was not disappointed. The lines…read moreappeared long but nice quickly. They're were three sandwich counters all within a stones throw away from each other and each had a line outsides sandwich was outta this world! Highly recomended.

Great place for foccacia sandwiches! Got the la paradiso and it was such a light yet balanced…read moresandwich packed with flavor! Loved how the stracciatella added some wetness to the sandwich and the pistachios added some flavor and crunch. Service is fast! Came at 3 pm with no line and another time with a line but it moved quick. They have some seats but eating outside is a nicer vibe.

Loved Simoni. Great staff. We arrived and outside was packed. Inside was almost totally full. One…read morehigh top table with a couple of stools which we were beginning to sit down and our waiter asked if we(two old people) wanted a short table with chairs. Thank goodness. He was delightful. We ordered the plate of porchetta and it was perfect. Great seasoning. It was served with a bit of focaccia which was also very good. Also ordered a side of bread served with olive oil and balsamic for dipping! Also very good. Highly recommend. And will definitely return.

Came here by the end of November 2025 and it was cold and we were hungry. We ordered the bread…read moresandwiches and they were amazing, the crust was crispy, the bread were freshly made, the fillings were delicious. The whole combo tasted amazing. It was so amazing that we came here multiple times. Would definitely recommend to anyone going to Bologna! The prices are incredible for the quality and the service is quick and friendly. Whenever I return to Bologna, this place will be at the top of my list!

Deliciousness between crispy soft bread. Loved everything about our sandwich and fries. Lots of…read moreoutdoor seating. Busy waitress. Clean bathroom. Sorry no photo...we ate it all up! lol

This little sandwich shop has some delicious sandwich combinations and makes the perfect lunch…read morespot. Our Airbnb was directly across from it, and we could see the lines at all hours with mostly locals, which was a good sign. I got the prosciutto and truffle sandwich, and it was dreamy truffle bliss. It is amazing that something as simple as bread, prosciutto, and truffle spread can taste so good. My husband got a salami and pecorino sandwich which was more his speed. He really enjoyed his sandwich and finished it in no time. Prices are cheap enough that we could've split another sandwich if we had had the room, but there was no need. The only downside to this place is the lack of seating. The seating in front of the sandwich shop actually belongs to the bar next door so we weren't able to sit there. We were able to find a public bench on the street to enjoy our sandwiches, but be prepared if you're carrying a lot of luggage around with you like we were.