My wife & I are both retired & foodies. We Love to eat All Kinds of cuisines, be it a restaurant, Delicatessen, Diner, etc. I was in the mood for a Good Sub/Hoagie about 3 weeks ago so I Googled, "best sandwich shops" & Vilardo's came up on my search along with other establishments. Since they are only a few blocks from where I live decided to give them a try. So let's get started. CONS --- Entryway Front Step Very High with NO Railings. I'm over 70 and use a cane, so it was difficult for me to manage that step, but I did. Other than that No other cons. PROS --- Overall the place has a comfy atmosphere. There's an area for those patrons who prefer to dine in. Their menus are clearly posted w/pricing. They have a deli case with various salads Macaroni, Potato, Coleslaw, Pasta, Tuna, etc. which you can peruse while waiting in line. The place is Clean, the employees very Hospitable, and the food is Fantastic!! They DO NOT SKIMP when preparing your sandwich, salad or entree. Pricing is Extraordinary. If this had been any other Deli, I'd have paid at least $10-$15 dollars more. Since my original visit I've been back 2 times. I plan to try a different sandwich on each future visit I can safely say It will be a Long Long time if ever, before I go to a "Jersey Mikes", or "Blimpies," again. I've NEVER eaten at Subway, & Never Will! There are 2 or three other Deli's/Sub Shops that I like and will continue to patronize along with Vilardo's. read more

Stopped into Vilardo's Deli for lunch and ordered the Chicken Cutlet #4. What a sandwich. Crispy chicken cutlet topped with fresh mozzarella, arugula, roasted red peppers, and a balsamic glaze which brought everything together just perfectly. The bread was fresh and had just the right crunch. Service was quick and efficient, parking was easy, and the location is super convenient. Sometimes the simplest lunches end up being the best. This was one of them. I'll definitely be back for another. read more

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Vilardo's is the greatest deli in North NJ. I've been a regular ever since 2024. I've tried everything on the menu and there has not been a single sandwich, salad, wrap, or item in the restaurant that I have disliked. The portions are huge and the prices are solid. The breakfast is slept on! Their bacon is crispy so definitely try out their bacon egg and cheese on a roll. I've gained weight from the food and I've also lost weight eating the food. (Tip: I lost 20 lbs in a calorie deficit eating the #5 daily before I got pregnant.) The staff are hardworking and friendly. I appreciate that they remember my name and know my face after all these years. I love that the owner puts new specials on his website every other day so I can always try new stuff. The ambiance is what you'd expect from a classic Italian Deli. It's clean and organized, always stocked with chips, ice cream, candy, and products from Italy. There is love and hard work put into the decor and atmosphere. I wish I could rate them terribly so I could gate keep this beloved deli, but it is truly worth the hype they've been getting after blowing up on social media. I'm happy for them. The lines are long, but the food is worth it. They're better and pack their sandwiches more than Violantes down the street. I will never stop coming here! Please see all the pictures attached I've taken over the years. read more

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Perfect Italian sandwich. I inhaled it. Very busy spot so pack your patience because every single sandwich is freshly made. Also one of the few delis that actually have seeded rolls! It's located in a residential area so keep that in mind when looking for parking. read more

Vilardo's Deli & Catering - The most perfect Italian sandwich. - Delis Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

The sandwiches are amazing! The bread is fresh and delicious, and they give you generous portions. Everything was so good, and the service was friendly and welcoming. Definitely a place worth trying! read more

Nice large sandwiches great selection to choose from nice little area to sit in. Staff was very nice and we love our Joe's. Tea. Parking is a little hard but definitely worth visiting. read more

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Saw an IG post of a spicy chicken sandwich. Sent the hubby to get it. First time customer at a deli could be intimidating but not here. The staff were helpful with ordering other items. The sandwich was enough to feed two people. Well seasoned chicken was cooked once the order was placed. We tried the breaded chicken. It's the best I've eaten. read more

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Friendly staff and very knowledgeable workers. Food is fresh and delicious. Ambience is exactly what you would expect from a butcher/deli except much cleaner. read more

I have been going to other spots in Nutley for years for sandwiches and I just went here a few months ago just to mix it up. I've been back 3 times already. I highly recommend the special with chicken cutlet, prosciutto and a glaze. So damn good. This beats many of the other sandwich spots in Nutley and we have really good ones. read more

Vilardo's Deli & Catering - Delis Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

I am visiting from the west coast. Chicken cutlet sandwich with mozzarella was excellent. Bread quality was very good. Service was prompt.

Elderly guy at register was grumpy & prejudiced Bigot. Was a sarcastic rude unprofessional a- hole. Made sarcastic snide remarks to me without being provoked. Will never return. read more

Consistently great. I have been coming to Vilardo's since they opened their doors, and from day one they have hit the mark. You'd be hard pressed to find a higher quality deli and that's saying a lot given the concentration of reliable Italian delis in the area. With that being said, the best kept secret is their catering. Without fail, guests rave about the food and always ask where it came from. And these are guests that know their food! Their shrimp scampi in particular was a massive hit. It's our go-to for catering any gathering and for good reason. Keep up the tremendous work! read more

My first time here and the food was delicious. Ordered the chicken cutlet sandwich. Healthy portion, great taste.

Place is so nice! The owner and staff are very attentive to their customers! The sandwiches are AMAZING! So much flavor and so many different options to choose from! They also have delicious soups that my 15 month old LOVED! Can't go wrong with a good chicken pastini soup! Great neighborhood deli spot! Definitely worth a visit and I will definitely be coming back! read more

If you're in or around Nutley and need a great sandwhich I would definitely recommend Vilardos. We tried the number 9 and 10 and both were really good and gigantic for $14 I think the value is really good. The chicken cutlets were thin and crispy and would love to try more sandwhiches with them and maybe even the chopt salads they have. Awesome local sandwhich shop! read more

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I went there for the first time yesterday. The line moved relatively quick considering a woman in front of me was placing an order for her entire office. News flash, call it in next time genius. The grilled chicken, fresh mutz and pesto sandwich was delicious. The smell inside this place was mouthwatering alone.Can't wait to go back. read more

Great Italian deli spot in Nutley NJ Stop by for lunch and order # 12 long sandwich It came packed with prosciutto, mortadella, burrata, arugula, sun dried tomato, onions and balsamic glaze it was delicious , the place is nice and clean, rr is clean and guys at the counter are good people, there is a little seating area to enjoy the food. Great job guys will try other sandwiches soon read more

Vilardo's Deli & Catering - #12 sandwich: prosciutto, mortadella, burrata, arugula, sun dried tomato, onions and balsamic glaze - Delis Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

Was in the area and stopped in after seeing other great reviews. Great chicken cutlet sandwich. It was loaded with thin, crispy chicken cutlets. And the macaroni salads were also great! read more

Great atmosphere, service and fast even though the line was a bit longer than the average deli. The sandwich was pretty good, tons of meat and worth the wait. Prices are reasonable especially for the food quality and quantity. read more

Unreal... I've had 2 bites and I needed to review. HUGE SAMMY. Soooo good. Must try if you're in the area.

The food here is spot on. Very good sandwiches. Reasonable prices. The salads get overlooked which are very good, but get your dressing on the side or it will be mushy. Nice atmosphere overall. The neighborhood kids come and all the staff are real nice to them and it has the 3rd spaces feel of old school spots where you could hang. My biggest gripe is that their line system makes no sense. They make you wait to place you order. They could just switch to a ticket system. The old guy gets grumpy when new customers don't understand their silly system and he is kind of a jerk about it. Also it would be nice if they had an online presence but I understand not giving greedy Uber eats 25% of your ticket. I'm not criticizing them there. read more

Excellent chopped salads, very fresh cold cuts, delicious chicken cutlets, really good fresh mozzarella... Super convenient store front with authentic Italian pastas, sauces and so much more. Home made hot meals such as eggplant parm and lasagna. Fresh cold lentil, bean, potato and pasta salads. Vilardo's does not disappoint! Come hungry! Owner and his staff are very friendly and accommodating. Catering services too. read more

Had to try this deli after seeing some reviews and by word of mouth in Nutley. The deli is very nice inside, it's clean and bright with everything you would expect from an Italian deli. It is bigger than it looks on the outside with a coffee station and small grocery area in back. I ordered the #5 which is roast beef with Swiss, arugula, red onion, and horseradish mayo which was really good. Price wasn't bad and guy behind counter was friendly. I also bought an Italian nougat bar from on the counter and it was pretty good too. I've been living in Nutley for a few years and still haven't found a deli that makes a bad sandwich. This place means I have failed to find one yet again. It's a nice neighborhood deli and I will be back to try other items. read more

I pride myself on trying every Italian deli within a 10 mile radius of my home and Yelp recently let me know about one in Nutley that hadn't been on my radar. And with the help of Siri I found my way to Vilardo's (off the beaten path and nowhere near the crowded part of town). First impression: very clean, good sandwich board/selection, actually room to move (unlike some Italian delis which are packed to the gills with product), and a small army behind the counter doing their best to keep up with orders. As a creature of habit I have my 'staples' I always get and as soon as I got home I tried was the rapini. It was a bit strange to have so much precisely diced garlic... raw, when most places have theirs roasted, soft and brown. But I love broccoli rabe and it was mighty toothsome (who in the year 2020 actually uses that word, right?!). Pepperoni 'n mozz bread - fantastic Breaded chicken cutlets - good (but unable to secure a spot in my Top 3) Cold cuts - Thumann's (!) and no shoddy slicing/packaging (what's worse than getting home and your cold cuts are hacked and sad and unmanageable?) Definitely another really good deli that's now added into my weekend rotation when I need to stock up on good eats. read more

If you want to take a dump at a 5 star bathroom take it at home Diana "Karen " M, but if you want a great sandwich and a friendly staff this is your place! read more

The bathroom here was disgusting! You know what they say..dirty bathroom dirty kitchen. Probably why I got super sick after eating a sandwich from here. read more

love the food here but everytime i call to place an order they just decide they are not going to answer the phone its a little bit ridiculous read more

Owned by great people, good food and snacks, and awesome customer service. Perfect for last minute ice cream after the park too!

The best sandwiches, sides and chopped salad!! Owner and staff put love and pride into everything they make. read more

I moved to Nutley over ten years ago and have always been disappointed by the lack of quality in all the Italian delis. Having been spoiled by Giovannis in Secaucus and Fiore's in Hoboken, i could never find a sandwich i enjoyed without feeling i was ripped off on the price. Without a doubt, Vilardo's is the best italian deli in nutley. The food is fresh, the store is clean and the workers are quick and friendly while the prices are fair. read more

Vilardo's Deli & Catering - Breaded chicken, fresh mozz, roasted peppers arugula and balsamic - Delis Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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My "go-to" deli in Nutley. Great staff, amazing food and nice assortment of items. There are tons of places you could go to in Nutley, but why? Stop searching for the perfect place because I'm telling you, it's Vilardo's! read more

Where to start? Can I just say I already can't wait to go back?? So this place is in the middle of a regular street in nutley on its own, so street parking and plenty of it. It's super clean and well lit inside. Really beautiful showcase of the food too. You walk in and there's all the premade good stuff and cold cuts. Then towards the back is your fresh pasta, gourmet pastas and a coffee bar! So I decided on grabbing a salad. I LOVE that you get to fill out what you want on a paper for your very own salad. Sometimes you don't remember everything if you're just yelling out things to the guys behind the counter. This is definitely a huge selling point for me. My friend got their soup, she said it was good but that she's try a sandwich next time. We also got fresh mozzarella and let me tell you! So great!! One of my favorites for sure. So fresh and perfectly salted. We also splurged on a rice ball, very good but next time I'm definitely gonna ask for a little sauce on the side. It would be perfect with a little tomato or vodka sauce. Of course we had to pick up something sweet too, their chocolate chip pumpkin loaf. Forget itttttt! So good, moist and just the right amount of chocolate chips. They also have every type of nougat you can imagine. I'm such a huge fan so I can't wait to try them all! The workers were very nice too and super helpful since it was our first time there. Can't wait to try all their goodies!! read more

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One of the finest Italian dell's in nutley and that's saying something. The food is of the highest quality, the service is friendly and professional. You MUST try this place. You will be pleasantly surprised. read more

This local deli is a diamond in the rough. The food is fresh and delicious and the place is super clean and the staff is friendly. It's a neighborhood treasure! read more

This was a great find on our way out to a hike. Super friendly staff in a quiet neighborhood. We ordered four sandwiches and a pasta salad, and had more than enough food for the 4 of us, getting a mix of breakfast sandwiches and subs. First off, the subs are huuuge. The fillings were generous, and they had a wide variety of high quality cold cuts. The breakfast sandwiches were also made to order, and were very tasty. We will definitely be back if we find ourselves nearby Nutley. read more

Just had it for the first time. I've been binge watching "The Sopranos" also for the first time. Get yourself the #10. Now I'm going to finish the season 2 finale. Eat here if you want to feel like Tony Soprano for a good half hour. read more

Vilardo's is a super cozy, authentic Italian deli/market. Their food is delicious, service is great, and the place is adorably set up and very clean. I tried the roasted veggie sandwich with fresh mozz and a fig balsamic glaze. Its was delicious, and that glaze really put the cherry on top. Their soups are also great! You can tell they're homemade, and they're a great, healthy option for the kids. They also sell an assortment of imported products in the market, which definitely provide plenty of inspiration if you want to try making your own Italian meal at home. Lastly, they also sell freshly prepared meals and ravioli that are packed and ready to-go....just in case the cooking thing doesn't work out for you. Kidding aside, I will be trying those soon....they look scrumptous!! read more

Vilardo's Deli & Catering - Super cozy atmosphere. - Delis Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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Sandwiches are amazing and the deli is very nice on the inside. The service is very good

Since moving to Nutley in October I have been to this place twice a week the food is authentic, delicious and always fresh. I even had my children's birthday catered from here. I've had the #4, #7 & #10 sandwich all which were delicious. Also have had the farfalel pasta salad yummm and fresh mozzarella every time! read more

Classic italian deli. Stopped by for a salad for lunch and it was the perfect chopped salad. Everything was so fresh and good. The chicken was crispy and thin. There is a small seating area inside and parking around back. I will definitely go again and again because I want this salad again and I have to try the sandwiches. Also, everyone behind the counter was very nice and happy to be there! read more

Vilardo's Deli & Catering - Arugula, romaine, red cabbage, red onion, cutlet, green olives, provolone and their homemade balsamic vinaigrette - Delis Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey