There's no shortage of great Italian Delis in Astoria. I've tried most of them and I have to say, Rosario's is my favorite. The Al Pollo sandwich is my go to when I want some of the best chicken cutlets around. Portion size is strong, despite many other places cutting back. The prices are fair and quality is high. I've heard their pizza is also the best in town so I'll have to try at some point. read more

Rosario's - Al Pollo. Picture does not do it justice. Quite a delicious hero. - Delis Near Me - Astoria, New York

Rosario's is an institution, plain and simple. Immortalized in an Action Bronson FTD video, this old school Italian deli at the N/W's northern terminus of Ditmars is legit. The pizza, when old man Rosario is whipping them up, ranks in the city's top ten. Get a slice, get a pie, impress your out-of-town friends who foolishly think that pizza's pizza. As a deli, you can in fact shop for other food items and pantry staples here. In addition to pizza, they make some delicious sandwiches, too. I typically go for The Famous One: chicken cutlet, prosciutto, mozzarella cheese, roasted peppers, or cherry peppers on fresh hero bread. This might be the sandwich that unites our nation. read more

Came here for a slice and it absolutely did not disappoint! Ordered a plain and a pepperoni and both were fantastic. The slice was thin and the crust was nice and airy with a perfect crunch. The sauce had a sweetness to it and the mozz on top (which I read they make themselves in house) was so fresh. At $3 for a plain slice of this caliber these days, I will absolutely be back ... and I'm excited to try some of that sandwiches & sides from the deli counter, they look excellent. Everyone working was so nice & I loved the old school Italian deli vibes in the store. read more

Rosario's - Cheese Pizza Slice, Pepperoni Pizza Slice - Delis Near Me - Astoria, New York

Decided to try this place after seeing a few videos on social media praising how good this place was. Saw it was on Ubereats, we decided to order dinner. Saw the pizza was good and the sandwiches were better than other places. Order a few sandwiches and slices of pizza. After getting the delivery, that's when it started to go down hill. Order the famous one sandwich with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and spicy chipotle mayo and all we got was what was originally on the sandwich and no oil, no vinegar and no spicy mayo. All we got was a dry bland sandwich. Then realized the slices of pizza we order were missing from our order. And the final chicken parm sandwich. I don't know why but the sandwich, mainly the bread was covered in white flour. Had to wipe it all off. Taking the first bite, the sandwich was so bland. All I ate was bland fried chicken cutlet, bland tomato sauce and cheese. Had to add salt and garlic powder just to add some flavor but it didn't help much. Need to stop taking recommendations off social media. This place wasn't that good. Waste of money. read more

With pizza shops around every corner they definitely have one of the better ones, but thats not all they have. They delicious sandwiches as well. I need to come back to try more. read more

Rosario's - Delis Near Me - Astoria, New York

These pies are hands down delicious!! Owner hand makes them himself!!! So we ordered 1 to eat & 2 as back up!! They take credit cards & we only waited 20 mins for all 3 pies!! Everything was super fresh & yummy!! Ambiance was pleaseant!! read more

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This is a solid slice of pizza. Good balance of flavor, cheese, bread. Nothing overpowering. Service was great! Love the layout of the space. I need to try their sandwiches next time. read more

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A really good slice, quick service relatively cheap and solid guys behind the counter. I am just a stickler for menus I like take out menus they don't have it otherwise I would absolutely return here read more

Love Rosario's pizza. The absolute best slice in New York. Family owned, tons of great options outside of pizza.. even stocking many direct from Italy staples like pasta, spices, oils etc. Any time I'm in New York, in a sea of pizza, I keep coming back to Rosario's. read more

Great pizza, one of the top few places in the neighborhood. Good deli options as well, like pasta salads, etc. Aracini rice ball with vegetables was good, had either asparagus or broccoli rabe and cheese, almost a bit too cheesy, but good. Good grocery selection, depending what you're looking for. Known for great owner and great service, they have plenty of people working so the wait isn't long. Smooth systems and clear, robust menu. A professionally-running place. read more

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Rosario's originated in 1986 and is a deli counter, sandwich shop, pizzeria, and grocery all rolled into one. There's a communal table and one two-person table but it's primarily a to-go spot, I'd say.  It appears that if you just want pizza, you can walk over to the pizza area in the back and order your slices there. But if you want sandwiches/prepared foods/deli meats, you wait in the line that runs from the register towards the entrance. Rosario's can get crowded at peak times. Some of the guys working are a little friendlier than others, but no one's rude or anything.  A plain slice is a little over $3 and it is sensational! The sauce isn't too sweet, and the homemade mozzarella elevates the whole thing. The first time I tried it, the slice was lukewarm but I knew immediately that I wanted to enjoy the pizza again in the very near future. The sandwiches are good but the pizza is really remarkable. So maybe 4 stars for the sandwiches and 5 for the pizza? I'll round to up 5. read more

If you're wondering where the best pizza in Nyc is, wonder no more. Authentic Italian pizza and food in the Astoria neighbourhood. When you walk in, the sweet sauce and authentic mozzarella blend in to wake up your taste buds and transport you to Italy in seconds. The chicken parmigiana is awesome too. The giant green olives taste like pure Mediterranean countryside, the Romanian pastrami is delicious and the Italian ice cream the perfect dessert. **********! read more

I wandered into Rosario's on my way to the Astoria-Ditmars (N) station one afternoon, simply because it looked like a charming little vestige of pre-gentrified Ditmars Blvd. The storefront is fairly large, and the shelves are packed with pantry goods ranging from olive oils to tinned fish imported from Italy. I found the prices to be quite reasonable and really enjoyed the large selection of goods available. While I was quietly perusing the shelves, I noticed that a majority of customers who walked in made a beeline to the right side of the store, where the deli/pizza counter was. I wasn't able to try a slice at the time, but after hearing rave reviews about their pizza, I was finally able to get my hands on their Polpette pie ($27) which features meatballs from a family recipe sliced thinly to resemble pepperoni. I'm not a huge meats lover on pizza but I was pretty blown away by how delicious it was. The marinara sauce was bright and perfectly acidic, the meatball discs tender and seasoned, and the dough tossed thin enough for a good crunch but robust enough to prevent any floppiness from the weight of the mozzarella. I've eaten a good amount of pizza in Astoria, and Rosario's easily takes top 3 (maybe even top 1)! I'd love to return and try their margherita slice and their sandwiches too. read more

Rosario's - Polpette Pizza (18") - Delis Near Me - Astoria, New York

Rosario's is an oldschool gem of Astoria, Queens. The type of oldschool delis & shops that are being runover and pushed out in the city of New York to make room for fancy apartment buildings. Rosario's has survived! They have a huge selection of imported Italian goods. Chocolate croissants, biscuits, sodas & other pantry items. I was here for the pizza though. I've read & heard a lot of rave reviews of the pizza here. I can proudly say they deserve all the hype they get. They make their mozzarella fresh in-house which I appreciate so much. That mixed with their light sauce & slightly char on the bottom & slightly burnt cheese bubbles makes for an epic pizza! You just have to try it for yourself. Rosario's can go toe-to-toe with any of New York City's heavy hitters in the pizza game. Staff is very nice & friendly. Prices are very fare. Large regular 18" pie was $22.50 as of this review 06/2025. read more

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This place feels like it needs a good cleaning. . The pizza is average at best. The cold cuts have been sitting out in the open a little too long and sandwiches are best left to Sal Kris Charlie. The salads are okay. The cheeses are very expensive. There are few Italian stores left, I get that but this place is nowhere near the top. It's okay at best. read more

What a welcoming and friendly old school gourmet deli. Cold cuts and fresh sandwiches galore and let's not forget their beautifully made pizza. Yes you heard right, Pizza! It ranks up there with New York's best. Rosario's is simply a local Astoria delight. read more

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Very good pizza and friendly staff, surprisingly good food, for what looks like a deli under the L in Queens NYC

Rosario's Italian Deli is an absolute must-stop in Astoria! Every time I walk in, I feel like I've been transported straight to Italy. And the deli counter? Pure Italian heaven. read more

My first sandwich last year had some Rosario was eggplant chicken parmesan toasted. A+ All the way. They make fresh bread they own cheese, sauce on breaded cutman. Excellent excellent excellent I must have enough specialty sandwich perhaps in April of this year. read more

Yesterday I told deli clerk I want little bit prosciutto and mozzarella on hero after I told him stop don't put too much prosciutto so deli clerk talked to owner he try to discount for sandwich but I recognize owner use cover with paper "whisper" to deli clerk he told no, the price the same $14 he refused discount. The owner is unprofessional! You are very very rude shame on you I never come back again you are no respect I'm deaf disabled and senior citizen read more

***First things first, be prepared to wait because there's always a line.*** Other than that, the slices are so fresh and light, you could easily eat a whole pie. I'd come back for a slice or a whole pie. The crust was so thin and airy, not oily. They have a great selection of beverages and sodas. I'd come back for their market items for sure read more

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Not at all surprised over the good rating this place has. Its a very unique spot, and come here often for lunch when i have time / on break from work. The employee's here are very nice. The pizza is thin crust, very traditional like and I love it. The place is always clean. The service is always quick. Its always a go to spot for me and would highly recommend the place. read more

I live by Rosario's. They can do no wrong! I love the staff like family. I love their heros, rice balls and chicken cutlets. Beef meatballs too. There are a few seats to sit and eat. Great cold cuts. read more

NYC institution. Some of the best pizza and sandwiches in the city, probably best in Queens. Always say hi to Rosario, he's always cooking and gets to know everyone. read more

Rosario's in Forest Hills is one of those neighborhood staples. Whether you're grabbing a quick slice or sitting down for a full Italian dinner, this place hits the mark. The pizza has thin crust, perfectly crisp, with just the right amount of cheese and sauce. I tried the classic margherita and a vodka slice, both were excellent. The vodka slice especially was creamy, flavorful, and indulgent without being too heavy. I also had their chicken parm hero on a whim, and wow crispy, juicy, and drenched in delicious marinara. It's the kind of sandwich that makes you nostalgic even if you didn't grow up eating it. The atmosphere and the staff is fast, friendly, and always on top of thing even during the dinner rush. Prices are more than fair for the quality and portions. It's casual, but you can tell they take pride in their food. Recommend! read more

Mouthwatering Homemade raviolis. Feels like you're being transported to Italy each time you walk into the store. Everything is fresh and smells so good. The pizza is delicious. read more

I had the eggplant parm sandwich. I enjoyed the crispy bread, and there was a pretty substantial amount of cheese. I felt like it needed something to cut through the richness, but the sandwich was otherwise pretty good. It's a lot of food, which justified the $14 price tag. read more

Second trip to NYC this year and Rosario's was on the top of my list to visit. Everything is made from scratch. Sauce, cheese, etc. Rosario is a legend. Love this place wish there was pizza like this back home. See you the next time we are in NYC. read more

Rosario's - Delis Near Me - Astoria, New York

Staple Astoria spot. Italian grocery galore. Always recommend and consistently hits the right spot.

I ordered a half mushroom, half sausage pie for delivery. I'm offering 3 stars because the slices that actually had the toppings I paid for were very, very good, though thick cut mushroom on a ridiculously thin crust pizza can make for floppy, messy eating - still it was tasty. That said, the sausage half of the pie had barely any toppings at all (literally no more than 8 crumbs of sausage across 4 slices) and parts of slices were completely devoid of cheese. This tells me one of two things occurred - either the pie I ordered was made incompetently, doubtful but possible, or someone made a bit of a snack of bits of my pie en route to my home. This leads me to a strong recommendation for Rosario's - stop sealing your boxes with little stickers that can easily be peeled back and the box opened by hands that aren't the customer's. Either staple your box shut properly, or use real tamper tape. Sadly I have reduced confidence in ordering delivery from here again. read more

I really have no idea why, as a lifelong Astoria resident, I only had Rosario's pizza just this weekend. OMG, it did NOT disappoint. It has become my legit go to pizza in Astoria. How did I sleep on this? The sauce is delicious. There is some sweetness to it which I absolutely love. The cheese, so fresh. The crust on both the Traditional and Grandma (Sicialian) was so damn tasty and just as good reheated. DO NOT SLEEP ON THEIR PIZZA. Get it. Enjoy it. Savor it. So delicious! While on line waiting to order, I also got their macaroni and potato salads. YUM YUM YUM. The macaroni was so vinegary. Just how I like it and the potato salad was closer to the german kind (which is my favorite in flavor). I'll be back. I will definitely try the rice balls next! read more

Rosario's - Grandma Square - Delis Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Best Italian market & delicatessen & pizzeria in a great old neighborhood in Astoria, Queens

The pizza is all over the box when I open it, also the pizza is burned,the experience is not good' read more

Rosario's - Pizza mixed up when I open it - Delis Near Me - Astoria, New York

I came here for a quick slice of pizza. It's more of a Italian market with a pizzeria inside. There were two guys that were behind the counter that ignored me while I was at the counter. A third worker acknowledged me and took my order right away which was just a slice of cheese pizza. They have like two tables off to the side which was nice. It allowed me to sit down and enjoy this pizza. The slice was large and had a very thin and crispy crust. The cheese and sauce ratio was also just right. Overall a very New York style pizza for an affordable price. It's not the best I've had in NYC, but I wouldn't hesitate coming back. I just hope they don't hesitate acknowledging their customers though. read more

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Yeah, this place is awesome. This place screams Italian deli. It's so old school and it is awesome. It's an Italian store, sandwich shop and pizzeria in one. I love the old man that is in there, he looks like the perfect person to be in a place like this. The food: Pepperoni Sausage Pizza- Made with homemade fresh mozzarella cheese, homemade sausages, pepperoni and tomato sauce complete with hand-tossed dough. Great smell, the smell was very distinct. I thought the overall flavor was great and I liked the dough that was closer to the crust since it was a bit thicker and the crust was great. The thing I loved, it wasn't dripping with oil when you do the fold. The Famous One Sandwich- Chicken cutlet, prosciutto, mozzarella cheese, roasted peppers. I thought the chicken cutlet was excellent, really flavorful and juicy, they added a nice seasoning to the bread crumb when they cooked it. I thought the mozz was amazing and the roasted red peppers was a nice addition but I found the sandwich to be a bit dry or missing some nice tomatoes or something, even some balsamic would have been nice. I also found the bread to be on the dry side. Tirolese Sandwich- Speck, arugula, tomatoes, and shaved parmesan cheese. I thought the flavor of the speck was really nice but a tad too salty for me. There was such a pronounced flavor from the speck. The shaved parmesan was really delicious, it really added so much flavor to the sandwich. But just like above, I felt the sandwich came off on the dry side, I felt it was missing some kind of dressing and the bread was dry. Overall, a delicious sandwich but there were notable flaws. read more

After listening to Action Bronson rave about the pizza here on The Roommates Podcast ( Go Knicks!), I just had to give it a try. Located right next to the N/W train station amin Astoria/Ditmars, this place was easy to find. The pizza shop is inside an Italian grocery which instantly gave it old-school vibes. The dropped by on a Thursday early afternoon and the place was not too crowded. I ordered a cheese slice and my food came out in less than 5 mins from ordering. Seating is communal. The pizza here is solid, nice, light, and crispy. It reminded me of the neighborhood slices I had as a kid living in the Bronx. BUT, it's missing that chew that I'm looking for. That mix of crisp and chew is what makes the best pizzas for me. Something that my all-time favorite Bleecker street pizza has. Slices here get a 4/5 from me. Also tried their Giuseppe sandwich. It's thinly sliced Porchetta with Provolone and broccoli Rabe heated on a roll. A classic combination. The sandwich is solid. Nice and hefty, it could easily feed 2 people. At $13.50 though it's a little pricey. The sandwich gets a 4/5 from me. Stop by for a good, classic, neighborhood slice. read more

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Cheese & Sicilian Pizza. NOTHING SPECIAL. The Cheese Slice was adequate in taste being more flavorful than the Sicilian Slice. Surprisingly the Sicilian Slice had no Tomato Sauce dominating its flavor profile. Instead it tasted mostly like Bread with a slight hint of Mozzarella Cheese which I found off putting. Social Media has been praising the Pizza sold at ROSARIO'S as some special find which can be purchased at the back end of the DELI counter. I tend to disagree. WALK DON'T RUN. read more

Rosario's - Sicilian Slice. - Delis Near Me - Astoria, New York

I loved the pizza!!! Great crust, fresh sauce & they make their own mozzarella! Easily the best pizza in Astoria Woooooo!!!! read more

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Great food but sometimes long waits. Pizza good; meatballs good (get extra sauce); some pastas are outstanding

Hidden gem pizzeria inside of an amazing Italian deli!!! WOW to this pizza! Incredible crust, sauce and fresh cheese. The owner and his daughter are a sweet and kind duo behind the counter. The regular and mushroom slice was beyond delicious and I could probably eat an entire pie to myself. Must try this place if you're in Astoria. Came all the way from Long Island to try!! read more

Rosario's - Plain slice DELISH!!! - Delis Near Me - Astoria, New York