I catered from here for my daughters birthday party and the food was excellent and on time. I'll…read moredefinitely cater from here again.

This is our go-to spot on the island. Always friendly, always fresh, fast delivery. What's not to…read morelove about this local spot. I order from Augie's on average no less than 3 meals a week to feed myself and my family. Here are my faves: Breakfast: Breakfast sandwiches come with free coffee. Order double egg since they use real eggs, none of that fake stuff from a carton. Lunch: A slice of cheese pizza has thin crust and plenty of cheese and is so large it's hard to hold even folded in half. The cheesesteak is also one of the best I've had. Get the hero and feel totally gluttonous with seasoned curly fries. Or, make your own deli sandwich or choose one off their extensive menu. Dinner: Hands down the Chicken Parmesan dinner. Comes with a side of pasta and crusty Italian bread. On the pricier side of the menu but feeds 2 with leftovers. Also: new favorite: Penne with Broccoli and garlic, add grilled chicken. My very picky 3 year old practically licked the plate clean. Only downside is minimal seating options. Best for takeout.

A few days ago I went to the avenue to buy some bread. Much to my surprise, the selection was off…read morethe charts! Chocolate bread, jalapeño, cranberry walnut, to mention a few. I purchased a few things and then I also got some of their biscotti with the almond. By the time I drove back up to my home,half of the bag was eaten ..... The young lady, Marina, was so kind and helpful and accommodating. Great place. Sandra

This is the place ! This outstanding authentic Italian…read morebakery makes the most delicious breads ,cookies and biscotti! There are so many bread choices from traditional round bread, olive bread, cranberry walnut and so many more! I purchased the round Italian , it's delicious, with a nice crisp outside and not too soft inside . Perfection! The sesame lemon cookies are amazing , along with the Pinole and lemon cookie's , all so delicious ! They have a large variety of biscotti , something for everyone! If you are in the area on Arthur Ave you must check it out !

The best cannoli I've ever eaten (and I ate cannoli at a couple of other pastry shops along Arthur…read moreAve today too). Filled and dipped to order. This was our last stop, eating our way through various shops here, and I could barely handle another bite. But I'm so glad we stopped here because these are absolutely the best cannoli in the area.

What made this neighborhood important to me as a child is GINOS PASTRY…read more GINOS was relevant as it is a family style pastry shop that smiled and greeted you with welcoming arms where my Mama loved to frequent on Saturdays to get pastries and fresh ground coffee while I would indulge with Raspberry Babolonis; donuts with extra powdered sugar and a chocolate gelato icecream. The best treat and time for Mommy daughter and the friendly hometown Italian shop. This was also a time when women had just been given power to make choices about financial means in the household and have bank accounts in their names. The world was changing and INCLUSION was the glow on America's faces for all races. I saw Saturdays and Mommy/Daughter time to do girl things. I hope other little boys and girls can create memorable times like I have over the years.

I have always wanted to try Jamaican patties, and I heard this location sells the best. I made the…read moretrip, and it was definitely worth it! Inside is efficient, the shop is more of a grab and go. I got my order of one beef patty, one chicken patty, and one coco bread for $10. We ate outside, and it was delicious! Especially while it is pipping hot, the beef was so flavorful with all the right spices. The crust was not too thick, perfectly flaky. The coco bread was so soft and sweet, complementing the patty well. The chicken patty was also good with good spice, but my favorite has to be the beef. I will be back for more!

Kingston, tropical bakery gets a lot of hype, but is very deep in the Bronx. However, when there is…read morea will, there is a way. I went on a party haul for a lack of better terms and got several of each flavor. The beef- pretty good, but I personally like the one at Kingston Bakery Harlem significantly more. The one here is too mushy inside truth be told. Kingston Bakery Harlem has the perfect consistency and right amount of spice. The vegetable- also pretty good, but could have had more flavor. I did like that they gave more than enough veggies. As I am a huge Jamaican patty fan, I will say that the best vegetable patty that I've had is at One Stop Patty Shop in Harlem. The seasoning is perfect, it is not dry, and the corn gives it a nice touch. The chicken- this totally makes up for the beef and the vegetable patties as it was the best by far. The chicken was very flavorful and not mushy at all. It is easily the best Jamaica chicken patty that I've had. All in all, if I do go back to Kingston Tropical Bakery, it would solely be for their perfect chicken patties.

On a work trip to NYC I had to visit Egidio Pastry Shop on Arthur Avenue. The moment you walk in,…read moreyou're surrounded by the smell of fresh espresso and classic Italian pastries that have been delighting customers for generations. I ordered a cappuccino and, for the first time, decided to try the Rum Baba. I'm glad I did. The pastry was incredibly soft, perfectly soaked with just the right amount of rum, and had a light sweetness that wasn't overpowering. The service was friendly and welcoming, making the experience even better. The staff was happy to answer questions and made me feel like a regular, even though it was my first visit. The shop has an old-school Italian bakery feel that's becoming harder to find, making the experience just as enjoyable as the food itself.

I'm driving home and I need to pick up dinner for Friday night. First stop Borgatti's. (C'Mon, it's…read morethe best) and now I need dessert. I've always walked by Egidio Pastry Shop but now I'm on a mission. I need dessert to carry through out the weekend. Walking inside, it's nostalgic feels from my childhood. Freshly baked Sicilian treats that are proudly on display. I ask: Do you sell Italian bread? I'm told no so I'll gladly take a pound of biscotti. I zero on my favorite, almond biscotti. I ask for a few fruit and nut biscotti as well. Somehow a filler was added, it wasn't even biscotti?? It was a flat, flavorless cookie. I would have enjoyed sesame cookies but I wasn't asked. It was just jammed into the box unbeknownst to me. I don't have these problems in Brooklyn, uncool. There was a cute nonna in front of me ordering Italian pastries. She's directing the counterperson who's preparing her box: I'll have one of those, two of these, while eating a mini cannoli. First time here, I'd like to try the pastries on my next visit. Egidio Pastry Shop, until next time!

Most of the place was still the same as of a few years ago when I last came to visit. Located in…read morethe 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!!

I've always wanted to come up to Arthur Avenue, so I finally did. They call this New York's "real…read morelittle 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.

After getting some work done on my car, I decided to stop by Milk Burger, and I'm so glad I did…read more This place absolutely lived up to the hype. Let's start with the only real challenge. Parking in this area is tough, so give yourself a little extra time to find a spot. Once you're parked though, everything else is smooth sailing. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Erik, and he was one of the highlights of my visit. Funny, personable, welcoming, and genuinely appreciative of every customer who walks through the door. You can tell he takes pride in both his restaurant and the experience he creates. He told me my food would be ready in about 10 minutes, and he was right on the money. He even wrapped everything up and set it by the window so I had a nice view while I ate. I firmly believe a good view makes food taste even better. The restaurant itself was bright, clean, and had plenty of space to sit and enjoy your meal. Now for the food. I ordered the Garlic Double Smash with crinkle cut fries after seeing Johnny Novo rank Milk Burger as his number four burger out of 50 burgers he's tried across New York City. After one bite, I completely understood why. This burger was outstanding. Juicy, perfectly seasoned, loaded with gooey melted cheese, and packed with crispy edges that every great smash burger should have. The grilled onions added the perfect touch of sweetness to balance everything out. Every bite somehow tasted even better than the last. If you're debating between a single or a double, get the double without hesitation. If they'll make you a triple, even better. The crinkle cut fries were fresh, crispy, perfectly salted, and exactly what you want alongside a great burger. To wash it all down, I ordered the Henny Colada, and it was delicious. Smooth, refreshing, and a fun twist on a frozen drink. If I had to offer any critiques, the burger is a little smaller than I expected, it was slightly greasy, and I personally wouldn't complain about a little more Hennessy in the colada. Then again, maybe that's just me. None of those things took away from how fantastic the meal was. Milk Burger earned every bit of this five star review. Great food, great service, and an owner who genuinely cares about his customers. I'll absolutely be back, and next time I'm trying the classic Milk Burger, the burger that originally put this place on the map.

I have had a henny colada here. They are good. The chicken sandwhich is the unsung hero. The fries…read moreare good enough. They charge for water. The service is slow but worth it.

Love all the healthy options they have...it's much needed in our community. Love the fact that it's…read moreopen 24/7. So far, so good.

I got to cry often is very convenient location not all deli market /Bodega are created the same…read moreending with bad experiences