They're back!! Friday and Saturdays Until they sell out. So get there early. Don't make the same mistake I made. Get yourself a cutlet for the road. read more

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My friends and I booked a pasta-making class at Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe and it was such a fun, unique night out! They host small private groups (3-6 people), and the space felt really cozy and intimate. By day it's a sandwich shop (the sandwiches look amazing!) and he also sells fresh homemade pasta and sauces to take home -- we can't wait to go back and try them. Mike reached out beforehand to ask about our preferences, which was such a thoughtful touch. The night started with a delicious antipasto spread, dip with bread, and a burrata salad, then we learned to make pasta from scratch. Mike was friendly, funny, and super patient. It was very beginner-friendly and we learned so much. Robyn was also super sweet and helpful -- she packaged up the pasta we made and regularly checked on us at the table to make sure we had everything we needed. Afterward we enjoyed multiple pasta dishes, amazing dessert, and we left completely stuffed with extras packaged to take home. It's BYOB and the experience lasted almost 3 hours. Perfect for a small group or girls night -- we can't wait to go back and highly recommend! read more

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Stopped by Mike's sandwich shop and had a nice experience. The staff were all super welcoming and the space was super clean and modern but somehow reminiscent of an old-school butcher shop. I got the all of em' sandwich which features prosciutto, mortadella, capicola, and sopressata (hence the "all of em") and it was delicious. What was more cool though was when I asked the guy making the sandwiches if I should get mayo on it and he weighed in with his professional advice and said that it might dry out the meats and suggested I go with oil and vinegar instead. He could have been a jerk and rolled his eyes like "get whatever you want man" but he was super nice and gave me his honest opinion. I really appreciated that. Awesome service with delicious food! read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - All of Em' - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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Stopped in today for the first time and ordered the Caesar & Co sandwich. Hands down one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Flavor profile was unreal...this is not your typical "Caesar" taste. I would highly recommend. I'll be back to try other sandwiches, as well as more Caesar & Co's. read more

Mike's is a fabulous place for a sandwich and fresh pasta. I stopped in one day and got a couple sandwiches for a lunch with some family. We all shared the fried eggplant which was delicious - it had a tomato jam that made all the difference. The chicken and nduja was also very good, had a nice spicy kick to it. I also got a regular chicken cutlet and fresh mozzarella sandwich, I wanted to try their garlic Mayo but they forgot that on the sandwich. Honestly it's understandable - they are busy. It's a small store but the phone is constantly ringing and these guys are working hard behind the counter. It's located in a residential area so parking isn't an issue at all. I'll definitely try their fresh pasta next time. I got a small container of the regular Mac salad and I honestly don't evened enjoy macaroni salad but this one was truly delicious. Super creamy and tasty. I'll be back to try some more sandwiches and pasta for sure! read more

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Great food, great quality and great service. The sesame rolls (on select sandwiches) really makes the sandwich 10x better. Shop got some new chips and I had to try all of them. Not the most flavorful so definitely recommended for people that don't like aggressive flavors. read more

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I placed a mobile order for a custom sandwich through Doordash and it was a quick and easy process! It gave all the options to build a custom sandwich that was on their menu and it was quick to arrive. The sandwich itself was fantastic! The bread has a flakey, crunchy crust and a soft inside. The breaded chicken was fresh and had great flavor. I added on the broccoli rabe topping as well and I enjoyed it a lot, my only suggestion is that I wish it had more on the sandwich! I loove broccoli rabe and I do think it needed more with it being a $1 extra add on. Other than that I really liked this sandwich and I will definitely be coming back soon. read more

I ordered a Chicken Parm sandwich for pick up. I had been curious about Mike's for a while, so I am happy that I went. My sandwich was tasty, fresh and neatly made. Service was quick and friendly. I noticed a few tables in front of the shop. Great to eat a sandwich there when it's nice out. I am looking forward to trying other sandwiches from Mike's. read more

We had high hopes for Mikes but the place was your average sandwhich shop and the chicken cutlet sandwhich was not bad but could easily be a lot better. The bread was kind of hard/stale & the cutlets were kind of cold. The staff was friendly and the prices were reasonable. Also the portion size was good definitely enough food for the price. read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - The Nutley - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

Pretty damn good. Having just returned from Italy I let them know the bar was high and they recommended the fried eggplant sandwich which can I just say was an absolute treat and then some. The eggplant was more than generous in portion and had the perfectly crispy texture that did not take away from the delicate flavor of the thinly sliced eggplant. The ricotta spread was awesome and the jam added just enough of a tang/sweet flavor that didn't overpower. The bread which I always say really makes or breaks a sandwich was a soft and chewy roll that just tied it all together! For my daughter we had the prosciutto and salami on a sub roll which pictures just don't do justice. The staff was friendly and helpful, and one of the guys gave my daughter a chocolate chip cookie from the counter which was sweet. I must say I was more than pleasantly surprised. Price wise I was thinking it was quite pricey but the size of these sandwiches are more than though for two people or two servings. Parking is side street parking which is tough, and the only other downside would be lack of any seating outside or inside. read more

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Overall, it was okay. I ordered The Nutley sandwich (chicken cutlet, prosciutto, mozzarella balsamic and roasted red peppers on a hero). It was an average, simple sandwich that didn't really stand out. The bread was pretty hard and the chicken cutlets were very thick. I definitely can't complain about portions though; it was a big sandwich for a fair price. The deli itself is very clean and nicely set up. It is strictly a pick up spot with no indoor seating. I did not get any on this trip but they definitely have a great selection of pastas. Looks like a good spot if you're looking to pick up ingredients for a meal at home. The best part, honestly, was the staff. The workers were super friendly and made me feel welcome, which made the experience a bit better. read more

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If you are in North Jersey and you're looking for a great deli, this is the place. Everything is scratch made from the fresh mozzarella pulled every morning to the savory pasta made in house, and all the amazing sauces of course! I had to try the fried egg plant sandwich, complete with a variety of sauces and fresh whipped ricotta, the combination of salty and sweet was sheer perfection. I also had the vodka Parm sandwich, think chicken Parm but with vodka sauce, oh my God trust me your mouth will thank you. I cannot wait to come back for the fresh pasta! read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Fresh Pasta by the Pound - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

It took way too long for me to come here, but I am happy I finally did. It's a cute little shop in Nutley offering up a great selection of sandwiches and homemade pastas and sauces (dishes and plain pasta to go). I got the eggplant and it was one of the best I have ever had. The sesame roll was super flavorful, with the perfect bite (hard and soft) that kept it structure the whole time. The eggplant was cooked perfectly, crispy exterior with a soft interior, but not soggy (and super thin). I loved the tomato jam which added a great sweetness while the ricotta whip added a nice salty creaminess that brought the whole sandwich together. I will be back ! read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Fried eggplant with whipped ricotta - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

Great in every way! Stumbled upon Mikes because I was in the area and starving. Wasn't sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised with what I found. They only have takeout and it can get busy during lunch. It's obvious this spot is popular. They have homemade pasta options and make sandwiches upon order. I've gone twice now and got the Chicken Cutlet and Italian sandwich options. Both were amazing. Upon recommendation from the nice lady at the cashier station, I tried the truffle mac - Great recommendation and you won't go wrong. Great local spot for sandwiches & pastas! read more

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Listen. The food was insane. The bread was perfect and crunchy. The sauces were great. It was just what I needed. The staff is hilarious. I'm not sure how long they've worked together. But they clearly are a family in the shop. I wish I lived nearby to come more often. But I will DEFINITELY be back. read more

Best sandwiches in Belleville! Bread is crispy, sandwich meat was fresh. Generous portion for the price. Staff was kind, professional, and funny! read more

Sad that they're closing soon but their eggplant sandwich was truly one of a kind! Will look forward to them reopening as a pasta shop!

Delivery: Pretty good sandwiches!! I loved their fried eggplant sandwich so much I tried to savor it best I could. The ricotta and tomato jam are *chef's kiss*. I don't know if you can get the bread toasted if you're not doing delivery but I would love to find out. I also got their meatball sandwich and while it was tasty I don't think it was saucy enough for me. I bought a side of sauce just in case. The meatballs were tasty but I've had more hearty richer meatballs. Just wasn't my style personally. I like a more beef heavy meatball. Would be interested to come in and try the rest of their sandwiches! read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Fried Eggplant - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

So I first discovered them at the Sparta Farmer's Market selling their pasta. We bought a couple of different varieties and they were gone over the course of the next two meals. After the Creste di Gallo was quickly devoured in night one, we had do try the linguine the next night...it didn't disappoint! Turns out they shop is 10 minutes from work so I had to try a sandwich. I went with the Chicken Cutlet...wow! The roll, fantastic. The cutlet, fantastic. The addition of the provolone, roasted red peppers (yes) arugula and balsamic made it complete. The shop is nice, the pasta and sandwich were great. Can't wait to try the sauces and other sandwich options! read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - At the Sparta Farmer's Market - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

This establishment is off the main road in Nutley and looks like someone's corner home, but this place packs a punch! The pasta and sandwiches here are great! Once you go inside, you see the small main area where you can order sandwiches and pasta salads, along with packaged homemade pastas, sauces, and soups! If you venture inside and look to the room on your left, you will see where the magic happens! They are always making homemade pasta daily. Do yourself a favor and purchase some of their homemade pasta to take home and cook, as it is soooooo good! If you are looking to get a particular one they make, they have a list of pastas on their website and ask you give them a 48 hour lead time. I have visited here a few times to get their sandwiches. My absolute favorite here is their Chicken Cutlet sandwich, so simple, yet so delicious! You got that cutlet with roasted peppers and provolone, a perfect combination! Oh oh, and do not sleep on their pasta salads. You can order them weight and I had so many good ones. My favorite one they offer is the Truffle Mac Salad, as the truffle is not too overpowering for me and had some great taste! Finally, they do have the option to purchase a tray of cooked pasta for larger get-togethers. So that is something else to keep in mind for the future! I may need to do this sometime! read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Chicken Cutlet Sandwich! - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

Mikes was good and i would eat here again for sure. The highlight was the macaroni salad (soooo good) and chicken cutlet sandwich, but didn't love the eggplant sandwich, the bread was too thick and over powered the eggplant and the tomato relish that came on it was very sweet, I felt that also over powered the sandwich and I couldn't taste the eggplant. I also got chickpea salad which was good and fresh but a lot of onions for my liking, if you don't like onions I would skip this one. Will return and try something different! read more

Mike's is the reason my family and I loved living in neighboring Belleville. Since having Mike's fresh pasta, we have not gone back to regular ol' boxed pasta. Even my 17 month old toddler has gotten accustomed to Mike's fresh pasta. We've gone weekly to pick up at least two pounds of pasta. Always worth it. The sandwiches are amazing as well, unique tastes and flavors that separates them from your regular deli sandwiches. Back to the pasta- tonight I made their pappardelle with the tomato sauce and meatballs. UH-MAZING! I'm mad that I've been making Mike's pasta with regular degular sauce. There's a special now for $20 for two 1/2lb pastas and a sauce. I was hesitant cus I only wanted to spend a certain amount. WELL WORTH IT! The other sauce I got was the pork ragu which I've had before when they do Thursday pasta nights. Also amazing! This place never disappoints. Please open a shoppe in Hackensack cus we just moved. K, thanks! read more

This place is a neighborhood gem. A few blocks from the main drag in Nutley, Mike's is worth finding. The friendly staff always greets the customers when you walk through the door. You must order some of their outstanding sandwiches. All of the ingredients are top notch, including the bread. I recommend one the the daily sandwich specials. They are interesting, creative, and most importantly, delicious. Don't forget to pick up some fresh homemade pasta for dinner. This welcoming shop is a real asset to Nutley. read more

Growing up in an Italian household no matter how early I got up on a Sunday morning my parents would already be in the kitchen working on their gravy and an album by someone like Frank Sinatra or Perry Como was playing. And you ate dinner at 2pm and salad was last and not first and all your friends on your block of course goofed on you. "It's sauce, not gravy!" "Dinner at two-in-the-afternoon? Do you go to bed before the James Bond movie plays on Channel 7?!" I didn't continue the tradition (one of my kids doesn't even like anything having to do with tomatoes which is baffling) but then I saw on Instagram a post regarding 'SUNDAY GRAVY DINNER PACKS' and I knew I had to check Mike's out. You walk in and you see a slew of freshly-made delicious-looking pastas for sale and over the sound system I hear Goldfinger right into The Descendents and now it's kinda impossible for me to NOT give them 5-stars. The dinner-kit (aka - "Italian Army MRE's") included fresh pasta (two choices, I went with the Creste di galli), a container of gravy (!) - with sausage and meatballs separate, a large salad (with a side of dressing), and a baguette. It was a huge amount of food for under $50. Supreme on almost every level. For the sake of nitpicking I'd say the sausage was the weak link out of everything. (If they worked with the almighty Garruto's a few blocks away - it would be unbeatable.) Nutley has a ridiculous amount of quality Italian places and Mike's just shot up into my Top 5. (If/when the world goes back to normal and we're COVID-free - if Mike's would offer pasta-making classes at their shop I'd definitely sign up.) read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Fresh-made Creste di galli. - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

Man o man, these guys know how to make a serious sandwich. I've tried multiple sandwiches here and can't even make up my mind which one I like the most. But standouts are the obvious chicken cutlet sandwich and Italian. Getting hungry for lunch just thinking about em. Recently I also picked up some fresh made pasta and sauce as well. Damn, these guys know their pasta and sauces. Last but not least, get the salads, any of em. Every single one is top notch. Everytime we walk out of there, it's always with a quart of the pasta salad. read more

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This is one of the best eggplant sandwiches I've ever had hands down. The whipped ricotta spread and the tomato jam really elevate the sandwich. Makes me want to move back to Nutley. If you are in the area I highly recommend Mike's. read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Eggplant sandwich with a whipped ricotta spread, arugula and tomato jam. Absolutely delicious. - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

Craving for a Pasta Salad? Craving for a sandwich? Craving for fresh pasta with homemade sauce? COME HERE! You will be happy you did!! Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shop have a great staff and are so welcoming! The owners previously worked for Pig & Prince in Montclair and came up with this genius idea to open a place with fresh pasta, fresh salads (macaroni, tuna, chicken, etc), great sandwiches, soups, imported cheese, etc. and best part is it opened in Nutley. Love local places like this. The staff are so down to earth and makes great recommendations. They also mentioned that on weekends they plan to have special dinners where reservations are needed and only a certain amount of people can sign up because their place is not too big but their back area is inviting with a good amount of space for at least 10 people comfortably. I look forward to reserving one night with the hubby. My all time favorite is their Macaroni Salad.... it's soooooooooo good and their Chicken Cutlet and Eggplant are so good too! I can't wait to try their fresh pasta and the pork ragu sauce. Just so you know it's street parking but they are right off a residential street on the corner because the restaurant blends in (it's a house). See you again soon Mike's Pasta!! read more

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Awesome sandwiches and great service! Walked in on a Saturday afternoon and was warmly greeted by everyone. Owner immediately gave my daughter a cookie, unexpected and very kind. I had their eggplant sandwich and it was the best I've had! Piled high, with a yummy ricotta spread, very different. My husband had their chicken cutlet and it was huge! Definitely worth it and will be going back. read more

Great sandwiches and customer service. Quality of the meats and the bread is great. I'm definitely going back and trying the other subs and pastas read more

Great food, staff and service. Hustling excellence! Favs are the: Fried Pork Chops Lasagna Chopped Italian hero Just go there! read more

The best for everything.... - need sandwiches for a shore day - want an afterschool snack with the kiddos - too damn tired and lazy to cook for your family (Mike's got you covered) Oh and the lemon ricotta filled ravioli... chef's kiss read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - The most amazing rosette ravioli with pistachio pesto - heaven on earth Mike Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe x Emilio's Wood Fire Pizza - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

Came from California to Jersey lordt this restaurant has me wanting them to open one in san diego..or have me buying a ticket just to go back out there and grab the deliciousness..please open more shops lol..you beat every sandwich spot here in cali..had me craving mac salad and cutlets sandwiches since i came back to California read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Cutlet sandwich and antispasto and truffle mac - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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Mike's serves not only the most delicious and unusual subs I've ever eaten and the side salads are amazing. All of the various pastas/sauces are homemade. After eating Mike's homemade pastas I always ask in a restaurant if they make their own pastas. Most restaurants do not. He's really raised the bar. So very happy his restaurant covers all bases. read more

Bad experience when it decided to try a new place on my way home. As an Unknown place in a residential area and without a parking area, sshold offer a good and fast service, good food, good prices. I do not recommend it to my friends. read more

We love Mike's! Whenever my husband and I are craving a sandwich this is where we go. The bread is always fresh. The sandwiches are made to perfection. We call our order in, and it is always ready for us when we get there. We have tried a few of their salads- my favorite is the truffle macaroni salad. Great place! read more

My go to sandwich place. So delicious, so generous in the amount of 'filing' in a sandwich, s worth the price. My brother did comment that the price is a little steep for a sandwich, but this isn't JUST a sandwich; it's a full blown meal. (Also my brother continues to order from here so the price is definitely worth it). As I'm writing this I want to order another eggplant sandwich. Oh and another star of Mikes is their truffle Mac Salad......DELICIOUS read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Truffle Mac Salad (Half Pound) - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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When this spot first opened, I raved about it to everyone. Best sandwiches in the area hands down. Unfortunately, the past few times, it's been sliding down hill. Last two times, the pricey sandwiches were pretty dinky. I'll happily pay the $$ for quality, but don't charge $16 for a sandwich and slap 4 slices of meat on it. Today, the macaroni salad (one of my favorite items...it's always been incredible), had a really strange texture and I found it inedible. That was a bummer. Giving these dudes 4-stars instead of 3 or 2 because I hope they'll turn things around in the future. Small businesses should be supported and I'd still rather eat Mike's worst effort than Subway's best. read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Mikes Roast Beef - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

I love this place!!! Every sandwich I've ever had from Mike's was consistently delicious! Service is great too! I I put an order in 10 minutes before they were going to close. I'm sure they wanted to go home but when I called in the order they are very friendly. They even put freshly fired chicken in my sandwich! It was delicious! You need to try this place! They have cool merch too! read more

Mike's Pasta & Sandwich Shoppe - Chicken cutlet worth fresh Mozzarella, Roasted peppers, and sun-dried tomatoes! - Pasta Shops Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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Eggplant sandwich is to DIE for! I love all the guys that work in here and everything is so fresh and prepared quickly. You can see them in the back of the store making fresh pasta for that day, YUM. read more

So I heard that highly regarded Montclair, NJ restaurant Pig & Prince closed and (unfortunately) I never got the chance to check it out. THEN, I heard that the chef ( a Food Network Chopped winner!) and the sous chef from said restaurant opened up a fresh pasta & sandwich shop in Nutley and THEN after sending in one of my paisans from Nutley who gave it a mighty thumbs up, I started recommending this place to all my Foodie contacts..even without a taste of their goods......I gambled...stuck my reputation out there... Well, I won this bet. I finally checked in yesterday since I was in the neighborhood and I'm glad I did. I often talk about growing up in Cliffside Park\Fairview, NJ what with all the old school Italian "sangwich" delis and all their provisions...that once the old timers pass on, so does their legacy. Well here is a NEW place with that type of food for the next generation! HUZZAH! We have plenty of new "this and that" restaurants popping up... what the world needs is this type of place. Simply put a good place to get a good "sangwich" at a good price. But what is really stands out about Mike's is that his homemade pasta and sauces are off the charts. EXCELLENT. I took home his braised short rib raviolis and served them in a sage butter sauce and I was sad when they were all gone... add a nice heavy red wine or a good thick craft beer and man o man...whatta meal. Also tried their ricotta cappolinis ( hats in Italian). Very similar to raviolis but more plump. I served them with Mike's homemade Chicken Bolognese ..what a great sauce!!!! Mike's sells a variety of pastas & sauces as well as some good stocks for when you want to create your own meals. Back to the sandwiches..... Their eggplant hero has homemade ricotta with tomato jam that gives it a light sweetness that I was not expecting. Very good, but don't compare it to the local pizzeria style. Their chicken cutlet hero was very good, although it could have used more cheese. But their sandwich called "ALL OF EM " with PROSCIUTTO, CAPICOLA, SOPRESSATA, MORTADELLA, PROVOLONE PICCANTE, and CHERRY PEPPERS with L+T+O and O+V was a nice thick piece of Italian heaven.... So get on down there and give some talented young guys your support! read more

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