It is not possible for me to get anything I don't like from here. I love coming in at lunch time for a hoagie and shopping around for dinner ingredients. It's always a treat to gaze at the dessert counter too. read more

Carlino's Market - Italian Hoagie Prosciutto Hoagie - Specialty Food Near Me - West Chester, Pennsylvania

Just last week, dinner with friends sparked conversation about local Italian markets. (The friends are from here. I'm not.) "You would love Carlino's," M said. So here we are in West Chester, and what do I see? I was aware of the store in Ardmore, not realizing there are other locations. To be fair, this is an incomplete review as I just darted in for wine to go with dinner. However .... I looked around and my friend was right. This is my kind of store! The sausages and cheese, prepared items, hoagies ..... yum! But what really caught my eye was the showcase of pastries. They sell my favorite: sfogliatelle! Haven't had one of these since stopping for cappuccino at Veniero's. I award four stars rather than the coveted five BECAUSE the $20 wine we bought was mediocre bordering on blah. Before you tell me 'you should have spent more' my response is 'one shouldn't have to.' Plenty of full-bodied reds for even less. Just not here. read more

First time stopping by here. it is relatively close to Longwood garden. we tried eggplant Caesar sandwich. That was unusual but tasty. I appreciate sturdy recyclable to go container as well. We also bought some desserts. I have to say this is probably the best Italian bakery w pretty pastry(not just cookies) I've ever found in the East Coast. I love that it is not too sweet and they look pretty like how items found in french bakery. I will stop by here whenever I'm in PA from now on. Lobster tail. OMG exceptional. Flaky, not greasy, not soggy w nice custard filling. Ricotta cheesecake, not grainy, prob the best ricotta cheesecake I've ever tried. Eclair is pretty on the top, decent flavor. We haven't tasted the pretty peanut chocolate mousse one. The fried dough w chestnut filling is interesting. not sure if I taste wine in the dough or espresso in the filling. I'm regretting not getting their panettone....there are a few flavors. Traditional, cherry, salted caramel, Dubai chocolate, tiramisu, limoncello. read more

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We stopped by Carlino's Market when we were exploring West Chester for a morning a week or so ago. It's a great little upscale gourmet market/grocery store. Around since 1983, it sells a wide range of artisan food, including some special Italian goods. They have two locations (the other is in Ardmore), but the West Chester location is charming - well-stocked but not crowded with too much, light, clean, modern. It has a coffee bar and aisles of things I wanted to take home. Definitely stop by and check it out if you're hungry, need a snack, or love to cook! A great little shop. read more

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Margarita pizza is good Chicken parm also good Lots of baked good as well 4.5 out of 5 stars read more

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Amazing. I have been coming here off and on over the last 20 years and it is every bit as good as the first time I walked in the store. The staff are always friendly and polite and the store is always super clean. And the food. Fantastic. Pastries are delish... sandwiches to die for. A special favorite is the Big Dom. It does require a big appetite! The pasta is incredible. It is a great reward for lunch if you get called for jury duty in West Chester!! read more

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I do not visit Carlino's as often as I desire because of the difficulty in finding parking and the lack of coin operated meters. The Flowbird parking ap occasionally does not work. read more

Carlino's Market - Meat Lasagna - Specialty Food Near Me - West Chester, Pennsylvania

This is by far the best pizza I've ever had. I got the tomato pie because I wanted to try something that was more standard and organic to see how that compared to other places honestly, the sauce you could feel the individual chunks of the tomato which made it feel so authentic and the crust was just nice and crispy. I did put reheated in the air fryer so maybe that made it a bit more crispy but the thickness of that pie along with that sauce and the bread just made it so much better it's probably the best pizza I've ever had definitely recommended 10 out of 10. I also got the tiramisu as well. It was a fruit tiramisu and that was also really good too definitely is a portion size for two people. You have enough of that cake for two people, but I would definitely get that again as well that was about. I wanna say $10 But I would definitely say it's worth it for two people. It wasn't too sweet. You could definitely take some fruits and the fruits felt fresh in them too, and the cake bar didn't seem to dry at all. The service was also very nice and accommodating. They got bags for me and they were really helpful and choosing what things I wanted to getand the ambience it just really felt like a genuine Italian market and it felt very rustic at home we and I definitely would go again. read more

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If I could rate this a 0 I would. This place made me sick and the chicken parm was disgustingly undercooked, made me sick for weeks. The service was horrible the workers were very ill-mannered and were horribly rude to me and my Husband. The ambience was awful because the placement of the food was sloppy and things were all over the place. I'm severely disappointed in this place and expected more from a place that makes itself seem so fancy and desirable. read more

I pulled up yelp the other night to show someone my photo of a sandwich from here, but I didn't have a review... What?! This place is pricier than most places, but if it's the only place to get certain things, then it's worth it. Been coming here for years for food and for lunch. I enjoy cooking my own pasta, but when I don't want all of the work, I'll come here for fresh or frozen pasta. A wide selection and a great quality. I enjoy a cocktail or two and this place has an amazing bitter selection, which always gets my attention. For lunch, I used to get the Mama's Meatball parm. A fantastic meatball parm, with fresh mozzarella. But I don't get that anymore. I'm done with it... Why? Because you have to wait for the sandwich to be made... They take their time and they do it right... So, while waiting for my sandwich, I explored their other menu and saw Meatball Remix... broccoli rabe and roasted red peppers thrown on a flat top... Meatballs fried up and cut in half... All of that is added to a fantastic seeded roll, topped with sharp provolone and parmigiano reggiano cheese with Caesar spread... This sandwich is just too good... read more

Not fresh chicken breast, thawed chunks. 14.99 lb I've been in the business 35 years, I know the difference read more

Carlino's Market - If you're going to charge 14.99 lb for chicken tortellini salad at least use fresh chicken breast. - Specialty Food Near Me - West Chester, Pennsylvania

This is such a great store! Definitely the best place to find special sauces, salsas, spices ect. Ironically, some of the food they have often needs some extra spices or flavor. read more

Carlino's Market - Chicken Cesar wrap - Specialty Food Near Me - West Chester, Pennsylvania

Stopped by for lunch and loved walking around the market. Spacious inside with a lot of tasty looking food. My group and I ordered 3 sandwiches from the deli section and did not love any of them. However, I think the hot foods and bakery is where it's at. We ordered the California Turkey club, chicken cutlet and Italian. The club sandwich was heavy and very filling, but tasted a bit bland. My friend who ordered the cutlet said the toppings were drenched in oil and the rest was very dry. We also did not like how his breaded cutlet was cut up in pieces rather than one butterfly chicken. My bf ordered the Italian and he was not happy with it. I did buy Easter bread to go and that was a hit. I would still come back and try their hot food section and bakery again, but will skip on the deli. They had indoor and outdoor seating plus a clean bathroom! read more

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What an awesome market!! They have a coffee bar, deli, prepared foods, wine, gifts, etc. We are visiting from out of town, but I wish we had one of these back in VA. It reminded me of the Italian markets back in NY. I got a honey lavender coffee and we got some drinks from the cold case. We stumbled upon the market after eating breakfast or we would've purchased everything in sight. read more

Carlino's Market - Specialty Food Near Me - West Chester, Pennsylvania

Stopped in today to get a humble bacon, egg and cheese (cooper sharp) on a Kaiser roll. It was absolutely outstanding and THE BEST in West Chester, if not all of Chester County!!! I have been to all the bagel shops and breakfast places. Nobody tops Carlino's! read more

I frequently visit Carlino's several times a year. Always great. I started to go to the Carlino's 45+ years ago in Ardmore. They gave grown do much in the past years. Both locations are wonderful. read more

Carlino's is the best Italian market in Chester County. Best selection and quality of charcuterie and sandwiches. Best freshly baked semolina bread. Best Italian dessert selection. Many other specialties made daily. Those specialities are the sweet spot for Carlinos. Based on my most recent experience, I do not care for their cutlets (too thick) or pizza (too doughy) but there are so many other great items. read more

Cute market excellent ready to go foods . Pricey but worth it . Desserts were the best, matcha was too sweet

Amazing selection of pantry items, takeaway items, deli sandwiches! Wonderful customer service! Fun atmosphere -- great surprises at every turn. Coming back (already have)! read more

Amazing selection of meats, cheeses, breads, pre made goodies and sweets to name but a few!!! Very helpful staff and I was able to get some meatballs, sauce, fresh pasta and dessert for a quick and delicious dinner!! read more

Best cupcakes EVER! Ordered for my daughter's bridal shower and they were a HIT! Good size and nicely decorated and DELICIOUS!

The selection goods available here is beyond reproach. Very similar to DiBruno brothers- Including some very premium pricing. However if you're willing to pay the freight you can find a wide array of specialty products that you would be hard-pressed to find elsewhere. read more

Carlino's Market - Cappuccino and blueberry muffin - Specialty Food Near Me - West Chester, Pennsylvania

Stopped here while working in West Chester today. This was my second choice as Lorenzo's Steaks was temporarily closed today. Cool Italian market with lots of take out options available. I chose to go with the Ultimate Italian hoagie and eat in. It was good, not great. I'd give it a 6.5 out of 10. The roll saved it from being a 6. I was honestly a little disappointed because when I unwrapped it, it looked awesome. I would stop again, but would opt for something other than a hoagie. read more

Carlino's Market - Specialty Food Near Me - West Chester, Pennsylvania

Okay, so I am very obsessed with this place. I usually go biweekly and load up. I got an Italian hoagie, ultimate Italian hoagie, uncle franks pride, 2 salads, and a cannoli. Uncle franks pride is amazing. The bread is sooooo perfect. The sauce/gravy is really good. The pulled porchetta tasted like it was stewed, broccoli rabe, and melted sharp provolone cheese and hot peppers. Omg!!!! I'm going to gain 10 lbs if I keep coming here! read more

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We ordered a custom 1/2 sheet cake at the request of the homeowner where the party was taking place. Vanilla cake, ricotta chocolate chip filling, buttercream icing, fresh cannoli as some of the decoration. Cake was crumbly , barely stayed together when cut, filling was just awful, truly. Buttercream icing was less than on par. The mini cannoli decorations were so soft, my guess is this cake was put together on Friday. Perhaps we expected to much, perhaps with the culinary background we bring to the table we expected an on point cake. Awful, never again. Should have ordered it else where. Ever again. . read more

We stopped in here the day before and saw that they were a delightful little shop. We asked what time they opened the next morning, which happened to be MLK day. They told us it was 9 AM. So, the next morning at 9 AM my three-year-old and myself walk on over to pick up some cannolis on our way to visit friends at 10 AM. Sure enough, the store was not open at 9 AM. There was no note in the window and no information. I called the number and the person on the phone told me that they decided to open up at 10 AM. Come on people here I am standing out in the cold, waiting with my three year-old for this place to open according to the hours posted and with no note on the door. Furthermore, the person on the phone was quite rude to me. This is not a smart way to run a business. read more

Kudos to Carlino's for absolutely delicious and magnificent looking catering for a family celebration. In wanting only pick-up foods, I ordered the spring vegetable and dips tray which was arranged with such care and precision as well as being so fresh and delicious. I had a variety of several different types of sandwiches to feed our 40 guests buffet style. The Focaccia sandwiches I chose were Tuna and also roasted vegetable. Supplementing that were Italian hoagies and chicken cutlet hoagies. Rounding it all out were Parker house roll sandwiches if turkey and ham. So many compliments from my satiated guests. We often use Carlinos when we have larger family dinners or celebrations. I have never been disappointed! Thank you to my favorite "go-to" for delicious entertaining! read more

Best Tomato Pie in the world. All other items I've gotten have been amazing as well but the Tomato Pie is especially divine!

Nice place to grab dinner in a hurry. Pasta dishes, soups, veggies. And fantastic desserts.

Carlino's is awesome. It's the fanciest Italian market, with the most appealing selection that I've ever seen. It's much larger than you'd expect from the street and the product selection is HUGE. Id recommend stopping in for lunch sometime and just browsing while you wait. There is something for everyone here. Perfect spot to grab a host gift before a party or a dish to bring along to an event. I can't wait to go back! read more

Catering review: as expected, the food was delicious and well packaged! Can't go wrong with a gourmet hoagie platter. We also had the brie (which I didn't realize had nuts in it but I think that was my stupidity), Caesar salad, and baked ziti. There were no heating instructions given upon pick up and when we called to ask what they were I think they gave us the wrong directions because the baked ziti needed way more than 350 for 45 minutes in the oven and the baked brie needed some extra time as well. Not sure if the actual instructions are off, what they told us was off, or our oven was off but there was a bit of a miss there. The party still went on! Nice store to walk around in and great for lunch and gourmet groceries (but also regular groceries if you need those too). Staff is friendly as well. read more

Incredible assortment of fabulous Italian speciality foods including great take home precooked meals. Excellent pizza and Chicken parm hero.

I seem to be ending up here at least once a year around Christmas. Each time I have been trying different items. So far I have gotten A tray of lasagna, candy canes, bread, saudaste, deli meats, cupcakes, and I look forward to more. Tons of pre made food options ready to go and a great selection of meats and cheeses for your dinner party. Definitely a great place to shop for gifts as well as the elements for entertaining company. read more

Delicious choices for both fresh and prepared meals. Live going to this market to pick up special things...especially sauces, fresh pasta and charcuterie. read more

Love this place!Everything is just amazing. Just was a little disappointed with the chicken pot pie. Excessively salty, dry and strange vegetables for a chicken pot pie; lima beans, green beans, pearl onions and just way too much corn. Did I mention is was soo dry. On the positive side; I highly recommend the mini muffins. Holy Moly! They truly melt in your mouth!! read more

This is a tough place to visit if you're even slightly hungry. There are many enticing options here, ranging from sandwiches to meat dishes to pasta. There's a great dessert section, a small wine shop and plenty of market options to take things home with you. read more

This place is great for entertaining. It is pricey though, so if you have time to make your own lasagna or pasta or whatever Italian dish you want to bring along, do that. In a pinch, it's great for grab and go meals, appetizers and pastries. read more

This place is a feast for the eyes and instantly brought back memories of Roma! Our first trip resulted in a second breakfast (it was only 11:00am) from their wonderful pastry selections. Those are enough to make you want to make a special trip here! And they taste as good as they look-which doesn't always happen! Our most recent trip was for an Antipasto Tray and Wraps. They did not disappoint! Fabulous, fresh, beautifully presented and fantastic! Honestly, Carlino's makes me want to move to West Chester! :-) read more

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Absolutely amazing all around. Cannot recommend enough. Stopped in by accident and it is now a staple every time we come to West Chester. The organic olive oil tarallini is my go to favorite snack! read more

Love Carlinos. One if the best Italian markets in the area! Well the best! Food is always delicious and staff is always fast and friendly to help! The catering foods are very good and easy to take to parties or pass out as holiday gifts! read more