Most of the place was still the same as of a few years ago when I last came to visit. Located in the heart of "Little Italy". A large Italian foods market full of many categories to fill your needs. Produce, cured meats, cheeses, prepared foods, baked goods, coffee, a bar section and even a cigar area. Got some items to bring back to NJ. Afterward i went for a stroll outside onto Arthur Avenue.... Would definately go back to get another fill of my cultural background!! read more

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I've always wanted to come up to Arthur Avenue, so I finally did. They call this New York's "real little Italy", and I do have to say, it is much less touristy than Mulberry Street. The Neighbourhood is chock, full of restaurants, pastry shops, meat markets, seafood shops, but the center of it all, is the Arthur Avenue retail market. It's a fantastic place. All of your shopping in one indoor space. You can get your groceries, your Italian meats, your veggies, you can stop in and have a beer, you can buy cigars, they had the only T-shirt shop that I saw up here, when Mulberry Street is full of them. You can get gelato, you can have a good glass of wine, you can have dessert, etc..... I stopped into Mike's deli (separate review) and tried the veal Parm that went up against Bobby Flay. It was excellent. I also stopped in at the end of my visit, to O'ccaffe, (separate review ) the pastry and coffee place right at the entrance to the market. The cappuccino was amazing, but the cannoli was a little bit different. I've always had my cannolis with a crisp shell. This cannoli, had a soft shell. The filling was excellent, but I just would've preferred a hard shell. Other than that, everything was fantastic. This place is worth a visit. Thank you. read more

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This is a market that is divide into smaller shops. You have men making cigars. You can buy your meats. The best place to find the best veal scallopini. Great prosciutto. You also have eatery. You can buy you fruits and vegetables. This is a part of Little Italy of the Bronx. read more

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The best Italian meats and Sandwich's around it's not just Shopping is an experience we drive twice a month over 60 miles to enjoy the market and everything little Italy has the offer read more

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Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia spear-headed this market, one of the first in NYC. It is kind of covered Italian bazaar that brings together under one roof all the shopping also found on nearby streets, from sausage makers to bread bakers, cafe's to florists. The variety is truly staggering - all told some nine restaurants, five pastry shops, four butchers, two pasta-makers, six bread stores, three pork stores, five gourmet delicatessens, two fish markets, three gourmet coffee shops and one gourmet Italian wine shop - to list only the food category. And then there are the gift and house ware shops. Shopping here is a year-round event, and always seems to be very busy and great for people watching. The bathrooms were just renovated, the first time in my lifetime. The rest of the food hall has remained the same for the years. read more

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If you're going to visit the Bronx's Little Italy to eat out, the second thing you should do for a full experience is to visit this place. This is an indoor produce market that sells many items that have been imported from Italy. You will find a large variety of meats, cheeses, pasta, and much more. This market is not a fancy one like Eataly or anything like that. It is more of a working class produce market, which makes it more authentic. Even if you are not in the mood to buy anything, walking through here is worth the experience. read more

Despite Covid it's still The place to find hard to find imported groceries, excellent meats, vegetables, and Mike's deli. It has changed over the years, but all the regular vendors are still there. read more

Great fresh pasta and focaccia to die for. Giuseppe takes pride of all they have to offer and provides great service! Highly recommended.

Absolutely, awesome food and services. Best sandwiches in town. Great customer service all. Best sandwich I ever had can wait to go again. read more

Been here a few times. It's just an awesome place amongst an awesome neighborhood. It's such a great escape from the modern big box store kind of shopping. You have everything you could want in here, but with a great, old world, neighborhood vibe. And there's a bar. What's not to love? read more

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I rankle at restaurant or food reviews that start off something like this: "I'm from (name of country) and (the place being reviewed) isn't authentic." It rankles because the reviewer's accident of birth and genetics DOES NOT give that person more credibility when judging authenticity than, say, someone skilled at creating traditional authentic food, or who is well travelled, or has a very discerning palate. The native claiming some sort of divine insight into authenticity might have had a lousy cook for a mom. Or maybe they don't cook at all. Or maybe they just don't know how to judge food objectively -- and instead use their subjective food knowledge as a barometer of authenticity. In short, being Italian or from Italy does not -- ipso facto -- make someone an expert judge of authentic Italian cuisine. It also bugs me when reviewers slam a business or a neighborhood as "touristy" -- implying thereby that the food or service sucks. Another misnomer IMO. The "touristy" label better fits neighborhoods like Times Square and it's franchise food scene. I kinda miss the sketchy vibe of 42d Street from the 70's -- the dive bars and the flesh trade that made the experience a bit edgy and exciting. By contrast, most of Italy these days is inundated with tourists from all over the world. It's counterintuitive to argue that this fact alone makes Italian food in Italy inauthentic or lousy. It's authentic enough -- just impossibly crowded in places like Florence, Napoli and Rome. That said, this old school market on Arthur Avenue and especially Mike's Deli is a nostalgic throwback to the 1950's, when such Italian markets were abundant in various NYC Italian neighborhoods -- like Bensonhurst and lower Manhattan. It smells, looks and eats as it always has -- and in that sense -- it is an authentic time capsule that preserves a vibrant cultural NY tradition. Today we bought authentic Italian Prosciutto di Parma at Mike's. It is off the charts and melt in your mouth delicious!Pete -- one of the cured meat experts -- explained how the authentic imported prosciutto leg is branded -- a useful tip to distinguish the real Italian Parma deal from domestic, Canadian or lesser quality Italian versions. Sure. It was $26 bucks a pound -- and for my money -- worth every penny. The imported Dutch cheese we bought (Prima Donna Maturo) was a perfect marriage of Gouda and parmigiana in flavor with a softer texture. Bomb. The burrata is as good or better than any I've ever eaten. The internet and social media make every nook and cranny of NYC available to every tourist willing to make the effort to explore. And that's what tourists do in NYC and worldwide really. If that traffic helps keep traditional experiences alive in traditional neighborhoods in NYC, then I see it as a good thing. In short, Mike's and the entire market in which this deli sits is authentic Americana, expressed through the lens of our immigrant history. You can watch some more recent immigrants roll cigars, grab a drink at the bar and purchase some pretty good looking meat and produce. Arthur Avenue is possibly the last true Italian ethnic enclave in NYC (Staten Island has some dibs there too -- as does Brooklyn). The fact that Arthur Avenue is surrounded by a kaleidoscope of many ethnic Bronx neighborhoods with many different cultures living side by side means a few blocks in most any direction gives you different and exciting ethnic eats -- all walking distance and invigorating. Reminds me of Dundas Street in Toronto in that way. Don't buy into the high brow Yelp reviews by the so called ethnics in the know. Check it out along with the rest of the Tremont neighborhood. Well worth the trip. Top Tip: Make your pilgrimage during a weekday if you can. More parking availability and you will avoid the weekend press of crowds -- which can understandably chill the vibe a bit. read more

Except for the state of Al Capone, one of the three guys at Mike's Deli and the guy at the fruit stand, I did not see one person behind the counter of any stall wearing their masks properly with some not wearing masks at all. I don't know who needs to hear this, but if you were not wearing your mask covering your nose and mouth at all times, you're not doing it right. It was so off-putting that I made a quick deli purchase and got out of there, even though I wanted to buy more stuff. Do not recommend during COVID. Wheelchair access: wheelchair accessible from the street, no steps. read more

I've been to Arthur Ave countless times. I grew up a few miles away from the strip so my family would always (and still always) shop there for all of our Italian needs. The Retail Market however is something I seldom venture into, mainly because I do most of my shopping at the neighboring businesses. Some of my college friends were visiting from out of town so after eating lunch at a nearby restaurant I decided to take them inside the market to show them around. The Market is pretty expansive - there are a number of vendors and the space itself stretches across the block out to Crescent Ave; there's actually another entrance on the other side - similar to Chelsea Market's setup. For me, the most unique spot in the market is the cigar shop, where the can roll cigars for you while you watch. Besides that, there are places to get sandwiches, meats, cheese, desserts, produce, and souvenirs. Even though this might be the most touristy part of Arthur Ave, it's definitely worth stopping in and exploring - even if you're not looking to buy anything. Take the time to pick up a little something and absorb the aesthetics. read more

Two days before I was at the Arthur Avenue Market I was at the recently relocated Essex Market. I though the Arthur Avenue Market was SO MUCH BETTER! It's the original building. It feels like people have had their businesses in here for several generations even if they haven't. It's not huge but there's an ample selection of groceries and places to eat. The cigar business when you walk in really catches your eye but, in my opinion, some of the real finds are in the very back of the market. I can't wait to come back here. To me this place felt like a vital part of this neighborhood in the Bronx. read more

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I'm so glad to see everything back to normal after the pandemic. I stopped by for olive spread but ended up looking at the produce and found this item. The puntarelle is a form of chicory, almost like radicchio, and it's naturally a little bitter. The chicory family has inulin, which is good prebiotic and helps with sugar control (inulin, insulin, two completely different things if you're researching. The chicory has inulin. Regardless, it's supposed to help reduce insulin resistance). I've never even seen this vegetable much less prepared it, so I had to google and here are my findings: You clean it up, trim the leafy and brown bits, julienne it, and soak it in ice water to get most of the bitterness out. Some variations will curl in the water, some won't. I guess traditionally there's a special cutter/mandoline to use, and believe me, I get it. It's difficult to julienne with a knife and I ended up losing patience and cutting some of it sideways like calamari. A traditional Roman preparation apparently uses sardines, but my cardiologist says no to these sort of things. I had to improvise. Follow my thought process: I don't know of any such thing as low sodium sardines. There's not really a fishy substitute that I could think of that would provide a contrast to the bitterness. I decided to put a French spin on it. I added finely sliced raw shallots, crushed walnuts, and little bits of brie (I'm a rind-on sort of person, I hope we can still be friends). I was thinking ripe pears, but they were not to be found, so I left them out. I found a vinaigrette with garlic and crushed olives that wasn't too high in sodium and set to work. The first go, the vinaigrette totally overwhelmed the taste, so for the second go I used the dressing very sparingly. FYI, I noticed that the soaking actually took away a lot of the bitterness. I drink chicory coffee every day, so to me, it wasn't bitter enough after soaking. I think if you like bitter, taste it as it is soaking. Overall, it was an interesting and healthy salad, something to try at least once. I'm sure there are many other ways to prepare it. I did some salmon croquettes to the side, using a no salt Cajun spice. Anarchy or genius, you decide. I would definitely make it a point to stop by the market. There are barrels of olives, pasta, sauce, you get the picture. Notably, the little coffee stand by the entrance had many sinfully sweet treats. There was something that was like a light pistachio cake that tasted amazing. Sounds about right to enjoy with a coffee. And you can cancel it out with the salad after. It's all about balance. read more

Wow! What a fabulous Italian market. Meats, cheeses, olives, oils, etc! Everything is super fresh. So many different things to choose from and very reasonably priced. You can even sample a piece of cheese or meat before you buy. Bathrooms are located upstairs! The smell in here is amazing. It's also conveniently located right near municipal parking! Parking is 25 cents per 15 mins. read more

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One of the most entertaining spots on Arthur Ave. watched cigar rolling while finding the best tasting fruit and vegetables. Then found myself way in the back of the store for the best freshly made pasta. Watching people's faces to see how happy they were to find fresh meats, coffee, pastry and much much more. I could have stayed there all day! read more

What a disappointment. I'm Italian, born and raised, and was expecting more authenticity. It's very commercial, touristic, crowded (weekend), overpriced, underwhelming n disappointing. I wanted to love this place!!! :-( Their gelato sucked. Please, don't even call it gelato. Mike's deli: the capocollo sandwich had too many hot peppers, and the porchetta sandwich wasn't even real porchetta. Also, the place is expensive, considering the location. The Bronx Beer Hall is a cool place w market athmosphere, but sadly only 2 beers available... definitely not impressive. Their half pint containers smelled like bleach. The beef liver sausage was pretty good, but it was quite small. Good place to buy special cuts of meats, but other than that, not worth the price. read more

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I've been shopping here over 30 years and there has been very few changes. It does attract tourists so be cautious of the hours you shop. Recently? Enzos from across the street opened a focacceria here in the back left corner. They are also selling frozen meals to go. The Pizza maker was very informative and let me try the Fresh Freselle. Not something you will ever find for sale. This wasn't finished being sliced and toasted in the oven. Anyway I see a few changes there's outside dining and ice cream/hamburger/Italian ice spot. Mikes deli busy as always. And it's in the best neighborhood for shopping in the Bronx. read more

Fun, fresh, a little of everything. Much appreciated the bar in the middle! Only wish we'd been there when more of the stalls were open.

I've been coming here for over 6 years and today will be my final day. I will probably return to the restaurants. But the food stores? No how, NO WAY! The people that work here, and at most of the businesses on Arthur Avenue are all ignorant, homophobic, and mean. I'm a normal-looking, respectful professional gay man, I've tried to be nice, but the men, who I've dealt with repeatedly, act as if they've never seen me and the women come onto me. They all act as if they just got off of the boat from whatever country their ancestors immigrated to hundreds of years ago. Are they that dumb? I'm DONE, buh-by Arthur Avenue, and go F$%^ yourself! read more

There is a lot of hype about the retail market on Arthur Ave and rightfully so. They have a few different vendors in here and all of it looks good. They were even making homemade cigars which seemed like a tough process. They have dessert shops and gelato places. They also have Mike's Deli which has all sorts of great stuff. If you want groceries they also have that including specialty cheeses and other italian goodies. It isn't a big place so you can hit a few different spots in one trip. Mike's Deli is a must try! What a cool part of Arthur Ave and definitely a place you want to check out! read more

Definitely a great place to visit, shop, hang out, eat etc. There is a cool bar inside of the market, as well as a cigar shop where you can see cigars being made on site. (That was pretty cool). Definitely worth the trek up to the Bronx. i definitely prefer the Little Italy in the Bronx over the one in Lower Manhattan. My one suggestion is to NOT use the bathrooms here!! I actually would've given this market less "stars" because of how disgusting the bathrooms were. I didn't even bother trying to use the bathroom once I saw how disgusting they were--I almost got sick in there. I was going to have a drink at the bar, but once I saw the bathrooms, I was so grossed out, I went to another place nearby. Just putting this out there, because it's worth it to know especially if you plan on visiting this market with children or the elderly.... Other than that, and above all, the market is a cool place to visit. Just use the bathroom beforehand or hold it until you move on to another place. Thank me later : ) read more

Where to begin.. I was introduced years ago to Arthur Ave Market, long before I moved to NJ from CA. I try to be a one stop shop gal - for the main reason is that I really try to buy what I want for the week, rather than, shop for two weeks or a month in one day- nothing stays fresh and its a waste of money. So, my taking a "road trip" to Arthur Ave during the week is far easier than on the weekend when parking is a B****. Whats the on the menu? plenty of meat, fresh veg, fruit I feel like it and of course cheese. I happily get the sweets on the way out and I wish I had more arms to carry, but that's what keeps me grounded. I have bought cigars from the guys up front my husband loves them. Olives for my Mini-Me. There is a large variety of everything and if at all possible I bring my BFF Tammy Ann if she is available to help me spend that money, try out new foods and spend a great day together, she makes shopping for even the smallest thing so much fun! and of course she's loud, she's from the Bronx Baby!! read more

Walking into the Arthur Avenue Market is like time traveling back to the past. If you've ever watched the flashback scenes in the Godfather part II with Robert De Niro playing young Vito Corleone in Little Italy, I'd say this market offers the closest you can still get today anywhere in five boroughs of New York City to feel like you're walking into a a scene from that movie. There's just all these different old-school Italian food vendors - selling different kinds of meat, cheese, fruit & vegetables, rice, noodles, pizza, pastries, and all kinds of other stuff. There's an old-school cigar shop. There's also now a bar. I usually get a sandwich from Mike's Deli, and it always tastes delicious (although the prices are slightly higher than I would have expected). No matter what kind of food you like, there will be something here to satisfy your stomach. But coming here is about more than just enjoying the taste of the food. It's about seeing this place and feeling like you're stepping back in time. read more

This is a general overview of the whole market and not each of the shops. This is a flagship food hall and market in the middle of the Little Italy section of the Bronx. It has a little of everything: a Gelatoroa, a bakery with fresh cannoki, a produce market, a full bar and cigar shop with fresh cigars rolled on-site. It's not fancy at all, but it is a must stop if you venture into this area of the Bronx. read more

Nifty market to score some fresh produce, Italian style meats and deli items, hand rolled cigars, etc, or have a few beers with a freshly made personal pizza. Walking in you hit the open air cigar shop and watch stogies made the old fashioned hand rolled way. It's an art form that is dying out nowadays. Wandering through the aisles there is an assortment of Italian deli, pastries, pasta, butcher, pizza joint, cheeses, olives, great looking produce and other merchandise. Best part of this market is the Bronx Beer Hall where you can saunter up to the bar and sip away at a mason jar full of tasty brew. Or, take a seat at one of the tables and order a personal pizza. Feast away with the sounds of 80's freestyle and old hip hop hits playing over the speakers. A real Bronx vibe here. Sure, it's a touristy kind of spot, but one that I enjoyed and worth another visit when up in Da Bronx. read more

You don't come here for ambiance, this is ALL about Italian food! Originally created by former Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia to take all of the cart vendors off the street (remember those? NY used to have them), this is the heart of the Belmont. There's plenty of places to explore, from cigar rollers, to butchers, to delis, and so on. You can easily spend a full day shopping here and in the surrounding Arthur Ave area if you wanted to. My favorite places are probably the cigar rollers and Cafe al Mercato, as I do most of my shopping outside of the market; however, I can't help but stop in every trip and grab something that looks good when walking around. Its just a magical place if you like Italian food! read more

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If you're in the Bronx, and want to get you some smoked mozz, some real proshoot, a hand rolled cigar, pastry, even a whole rabbit, this is your one-stop shopping destination. This is where you'll find Peter's, which is just an awesome old-school butcher shop. I don't want to empty out my retirement account just yet, but I could if my freezer was big enough. Mike's is also a very good deli counter, where you can get meatballs, cold cuts, even a sandwich if you want to wait for one. The guys working the counter are saintly in their patience with some very flighty and picky customers. It can get crowded on a Saturday, no doubt, but the wait is worth it. There are big guys in track suits sipping espresso out of tiny cups here. Feels like home. read more

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This is my favorite place on Arthur Avenue. When you first walk in their is a cigar stand with employees rolling fresh cigars right in front of you. As you walk around you'll notice there's a bar, a fresh pasta shop, a pizza place, a butcher, a bakery, and many more. Every Italian delicacy you can imagine is being sold with top quality here. The atmosphere is very communal and jovial. I highly suggest snooping out the little pizza joint in the back, they have a freezer in front in which they sell Frozen Limocellos. Holy cow they are delicious! Sit back at one of the little tables, dive in, and enjoy the chatter, the music, the smells, and overall the simple pleasures of life that we all too often rush over. read more

One of many places to visit on Arthur Avenue, I highly recommend stopping by to get fresh pastries, espresso, vegetables, meats, panini, canned goods, and anything else you might want or need. Everyone we met was very helpful and friendly even though we were clearly not Italian, and yes we were tourists. We can't wait to return! read more

This is a wonderful Italian market with everything you could want all under one roof. Yes, it does get crowded on the weekend, but it's still a fun place to visit and is a must-see on Arthur Avenue. Looking for find imported foods, fresh meats, cheeses, or produce? You can find it here. Need to grab a quick bite to eat for lunch? No problem. Want to pick up some cigars? They've got them. Something sweet? Try the gelato or cannoli. Yes, it is commercial and touristy, but that doesn't mean that it's not a fun place to visit. read more

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The Arthur Avenue Retail Market is a conglomerate of shops wedged into a fairly big venue right on Arthur Avenue. What you get here is really a mixed bag. Mike's Deli in the back is probably the best of the establishments, with their awesome sandwiches and cold cuts, and the vegetable stall has some good products and pricing. But others like the butcher, cigar maker, and pasticceria feel average, or worse, like filler. While it's definitely cool to have a place that emanates that old Little Italy of the Bronx vibe, the fact remains that this place is not all that useful in terms of a market. read more

Did not buy anything but it is a marketplace where you can definitely find fresh products and with a great atmosphere.

Italian market with all sorts of groceries, produce, meats, baked goods, cheeses. There's a bar here too. You can also buy T-shirts with inscriptions like DA BRONX and FUGGETABOUTIT. Public restroom upstairs as well as additional seating for Mike's Deli where you can get a variety of delicious Italian specialties. There are a bunch of folks rolling fresh cigars in the front which I thought was a nice touch! Definitely a cool spot to check out. Metered parking lot across the street. Oh, and we came on a Saturday afternoon in the winter and it was not crowded. read more

I went to the meat market yesterday where I witnessed a terrible racist attack on one of the costumers. The man behind the counter who looked like he was in his 50's made it very clear she wasn't welcomed there because she was brown. I was beyond shock and disgusted. Made it very clear if your not white and Italian do not come here. I'm so upset. I loved coming there until yesterday. read more

This was one of our favorite places to visit in the Bronx on our recent trip to NYC. The huge barrels of olives, cheeses, etc. were cool to see and even better to try when we sat at the Brewery in the middle of the market and ordered paninis from one of the vendors within. Sights, sounds, flavors, it was all really neat inside. The Dominicans rolling cigars right inside the doors were great and provided a great souvenir to bring back for my father-in-law. read more

I like this place. Cute little market with a few vendors. Honestly the only reason to come here is for the produce. There are a ton of fruits and veggies to choose from and they are all extremely cheap, yet fresh. I needed garlic for a dish I was making and a pound was $2.99. I didn't need nearly that amount so my order came to $0.90. There are a couple of bakeries within but I feel as though there are better bakeries to explore in the Belmont area. There are two entrances so if you want to enter on one street and exit on another, you can. They also have an open air cigar shop where they are busy rolling cigars, which is pretty effin' cool especially in the middle of a market. read more

I've been coming here since I moved to the Bronx and it's a nice place to buy produce, meats and other Italian products but they do not comply at all with CDC regulations and some workers in the produce section who handle vegetables don't wear masks at all. As if that's not enough, I could not find one bottle or dispenser of hand sanitizer for public use. I was going to shop longer but I bought my broccoli rabe and left as soon as I could. It's hard to support a business that doesn't care about it's community or customers. C'mon, man ! read more

This market will not disappoint you. Here you'll find fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, butchers and a selection of olive oils that will have you in olive oil heaven. This is a must visit for all who visit New York and also for New Yorkers who don't get out enough. They've even got a cigar shop that hand rolls cigars while you watch. read more

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