Cardona's Market is a traditional Italian market that feels like stepping into a neighborhood deli…read morein Italy. The shelves are stocked with imported pastas, sauces, and specialty items that make it hard to leave empty-handed. I ordered the Chicken Cutlet Sandwich, which was outstanding with a perfectly crispy cutlet and fresh ingredients. The macaroni salad was a great side, and the cannoli was the perfect sweet ending to the meal. If you're looking for authentic Italian flavors and a true old-school market experience in Albany, Cardona's is definitely worth a visit.

I wandered into Cardona's Market for lunch and immediately got that small‑town Italian deli vibe:…read moreseparate counters for Deli items and Sandwiches and shelves of various Italian goods for sale. I ordered Joe's Special, and it was exactly what I hoped for: a well‑balanced stack of chicken cutlets, mayo, cheese, and bacon. The large was big enough for two meals. Albany turned up a lot of Deli options, Cardona's is a clear stand out.

Pellegrino's is absolutely amazing and hands down my go-to spot! They use nothing but the best,…read morehigh-quality Boar's Head meats and cheeses. You can order ahead for a quick pickup or walk right in--and the guys working there are always so kind and friendly. On top of that, their Italian dinners are fantastic and prices are more than fair. 10/10 every time!

Don't miss this place! It was below freezing outside, and Pellegrino has a warm, cozy vibe with a…read morewelcoming atmosphere. Service is excellent. Thank you Deb! The food is amazing! I got some chicken salad, tomato and mozzarella salad, and eggplant parmigiana to go! Wow! Deb was helpful in answering my questions. If you don't eat pork or meat, call them and they can clean a machine for you. Heating the food up and eating it later, all I could think is this is comfort food and amazing!! Can't wait to return to try the chicken parm and the other salads!! So nice to be in an area with some great immigrant families showing off their talents!! Lots of the products are straight from Greece, Italy, and Sicily! Wonderful

Ragonese is the BEST Italian/American deli in the 5-1-8 and is family owned and operated. The food,…read morethe service and the ambiance are all a 10+. They do NOT skimp on your sandwich or salad. There is an array of both hot/cold items & an aroma that will catch anyone's attention as soon as the doople is open. The ONLY downside is that there is just one location. I no longer live/work close to them, and I wish that they would expand to my direction. However, they work very hard to make sure that we all leave w a smile on our face and are very satisfied with the service/food that we received. They deserve a 5 review!

I visit RAGONESE every week. It's like family. It's like walking into a family gathering. everyone…read moreknows your name you know their names outstanding customer service impeccable food you can never go wrong at RAGONESE ever Vinny and JOHN absolutely fabulous kind courteous and I have to say I just love LORI ANNA when you walk through the door, you agreed with one of the most beautiful smiles and fabulous customer service

Miranda's is the best deli in the Albany area! I'd go as far as to say it's the best in upstate NY…read more You know that when there's a line out of the door it's the place to be. Service is fantastic! Staff is friendly and yo don't feel rushed. There's even space to sit and eat if you have time. The dining room is quaint and comfortable. I stop here every time I have business in Albany.

what an amazing family owned shop, they could not be nicer. they clearly serve at the hours of the…read moregovernment there but if the government's open - not a holiday. you absolutely can't go wrong going here for a sandwich. you were there a little late in the afternoon and they were out of some of their specials I can only imagine they were delicious I got a chicken cutlet and as a side note she said all she had was a small and I was perfectly fine with that but when I got my sandwich I would not consider small!!! my companion got a Reuben which was absolutely delish the corned beef with slice of thin it was almost melt in your mouth find this place eat a sandwich and say hi to the family it's always a joy to find places like this!!!

We used Genoa to cater our Christmas Eve celebration this year. I stopped in about 2 weeks before…read morethe date and they were so friendly and accommodating. I ordered 1/2 trays of everything for our group of 13 and we had more than enough food. Our dishes were Penne with Vodka Sauce, Meatballs with Marinara along with more penne in sauce, Chicken Marsala and Antipasto. The Chicken was absolutely delicious with lots of mushrooms and flavorful sauce. The meatballs were enormous and more importantly tasty. The only dish I wasn't entirely pleased with was the antipasto. I was envisioning whole chunks of cheese, olives, peppers and rolled cold cuts. Instead it was finely chopped cold cuts and American cheese on a bed of oily greens with a few pickled vegetables. Alas, I don't have any pictures! I didn't think to take any with all the festivities. I would definitely use them again for my catering/party needs.

As far as good subs go, these guys seem to know what they're doing. The Italian mix sub was…read moreeffortlessly tasty although it costs about $4 more than my favourite Italian sub in the region and also not as big. The shop was bustling and they had a good constant for traffic mostly ordering subs (hot and cold). The takeaway stuff (pictured) looked increasing so I might try some next time. They have private parking so that wasn't an issue. We'll be back.

Ben and Bill's is cleverly hidden inside of a grocery store so at first, I thought that I was in…read morethe wrong place. Glad I went inside to see for myself. Anyhow, I had the roast beef and cheese on rye w Russian dressing while my wife had the pastrami on rye w mustard. Her sandwich was the clear winner and it wasn't even close. Note, the roast beef was good, but it paled in comparison to the pastrami. Anyhow, staff were very friendly and helpful throughout. Check them out!

Ordered a hot corned beef sandwich on seeded rye. The meat was good, but the rye bread was as hard…read moreas a rock. Bought the sandwich at 11:00 AM, so can't blame it on bread that had sat there all day getting stale. I could tell as soon as I took it out of the container that the bread was stale. I can't believe the person who made the sandwich didn't know that the bread was not fresh. If I wanted a stale sandwich, I would have bought one of the "Reduced" sandwiches. That was my first, and last time, there.

I know Gershon's is a well-known local institution. We've been here a handful of times over the…read moreyears and, I had their sandwiches on a weekly basis periodically thanks to group lunch orders at a previous workplace, and the experience overall has been mixed. On good days, they can serve one of the best sandwiches. Otherwise, I've had several occasions where I was left wondering why my pastrami sandwich was literally two pieces of bread with a small bit of pastrami - no dressing or anything else, and no questions asked. I like the attentiveness of the staff whenever we come here in person whether for diner in or takeaway, and their fresh pickles are wonderfully crunchy and worth looking forward to. They have some delicious pies, too, and the chocolate cream pie is our fave. I would go back, but the inconsistency over time certainly has dampened my enthusiasm that I may have once had.

Gershon's closed permanently 1/30/26! Sad. It will be…read moremissed by many. R Gershon's Deli (Facebook) Dear Friends of Gershon's, It is with a heavy heart that I share this news with our loyal customers, friends, staff, and extended family. I have made the incredibly difficult decision to close Geshon's Deli & Caterers. Friday, January 30th, 2026, was our final day. This decision was not made lightly as Gershon's has been an integral part of my life since I was a little girl. After my father's untimely passing, I took over with one clear mission, to honor his legacy, keep his dream alive, and continue providing quality service and "good food for good people." For more than 60 years, Gershon's has been shaped by the people who walked through our doors. Every employee, customer, client, and friend has played a role in our story and our success. Unfortunately, rising food costs, ongoing economic challenges, the lasting effects of COVID, and the loss of my final opportunity this week have left me with no other choice. To everyone who has supported me over the past nine years, thank you. Thank you for the memories, for trusting us with your celebrations, holidays, milestones, and everyday moments. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your lives, in both the joyful times and the hard ones. I will miss seeing you all more than I can put into words. I am deeply grateful for the love and support you've shown me and my family over the years. I wish vou all nothina but the best. Please take care

Once again, we ordered a half tray of the Eggplant Parmesan for a party. It is incredible because…read morenot only is it not greasy, the thin slices of eggplant practically melt in your mouth. No one makes it better! And the quality is consistent. A week ahead, we order either a half tray or a full tray depending on the number of guests. In either case, leftovers are welcome because it reheats beautifully. I am an Italian-American who cooks, and I say making excellent Eggplant Parm is not easy. Even if you cut the eggplant with a Slicer, it is an art to fry it without it becoming greasy because eggplant is like a sponge. Plus it is takes skill to prepare it with the right amount of cheese. Capri Eggplant Parm is perfection. It slices into well defined pieces. It pairs well with Italian Rolls or Italian bread. The Sementelli family has owned and operated Capri since 1973. It carries quality imported food products as well as deli meats, olives, bread, roll, and prepared meals in the freezer area. It is a gem tucked away on upper Broadway in Schenectady, NY.

Great Italian deli. Nice selection of salads, roasted peppers, etc. Imported olive oils, cookies…read moreand sauces. Probably the most friendly staff I've ever encountered. Fresh ingredients, great smells and good selection of all italian favorites.