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    Paolo's Deli

    4.7 (128 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Muffuletta sandwich
    Agnes A.

    The muffuletta was so good! Everything on the menu sounded delicious but I'm a huge mortadella and olive fan, so this sandwich hit the spot. The cashier was friendly too, and the folks from the back came out to check on their customers. Was a chill place on a rainy day, simple and comfortable setting.

    Italian Stallion
    Dana S.

    Still amazing!! Today I ordered the Italian Stallion sandwich which consists of provolone, porchetta, mortadella, salami, roasted red peppers, pepperoncinis, lettuce, tomato and Italian dressing. Bread is so soft ~ portions are generous. The staff is so friendly!!!

    Chicken parm
    Mike S.

    My first time in here and I wasn't expecting much, but WOW. Things change! It's a small old school Italian deli. You order at the counter and they bring it out to your table. I went with the chicken parm sandwich. It was amazing. Perfectly fried hand battered chicken breast covered in a phenomenal marinara sauce with melted fresh mozzarella on a toasted roll like they're made back east. Each bite just made you want more! It was the perfect lunch. I cant wait to come bacj

    Muffuletta and eggplant/pepper/provolone/tomato sandwiches
    Crystal S.

    Nice lunch spot. We had the muffuletta and eggplant/peppers sandwiches. Both had generous fillings and fresh bread. The eggplant sandwich kept falling apart (a little hard to eat without knife & fork), and was a bit oily. Took home a meat lasagna, which was good (not the best take-home we've had) and on the pricey side for a cold deli case lasagna. A small selection of Italian sundries also for sale. Plenty of indoor seating and friendly service.

    Look at that beautiful mozzarella
    Mely S.

    Hands down to the best sandwich I've had in forever my massage therapist (who is around the corner of Paolo's deli) recommended this place and she wasn't wrong when she said this place was top notch. I order the prosciutto mozzarella arugula sandwich, and it was simple but delicious,perfect seasoning and the prosciutto was fresh a so fresh that it got sliced infront of me, they even gave me a complimentary slice. The place is roomy with plenty of seating. the staff was friendly and attentive. I think this is one of those sandwiches that you just wake up in the middle of the night and you're like man. I wish I had one of those right now. definitely will be back.

    Gena M.

    My chicken and spinach cannelloni was amazing. Soo much flavor. The service was great too. I ordered to go. The staff is very friendly. Cute little cafe with amazing food. It smelled so good inside. I also bought some pasta to cook later. I will definitely be back to dine in and add some dessert for the perfect finish.

    Mista salad and a half of the turkey, fontina and sun dried tomato sandwich.
    Rob B.

    Another awesome lunch at Paolo's! Every time you go in, you are happily greeted by either the owner/Chef (?) or the nice lady behind the cash register. My husband and I always split the mista salad and a sandwich. Today we split the turkey sandwich with fontina and sun-dried tomatoes. Both were off the charts! The mista salad is light and refreshing. I'm not sure what they put in the dressing, but it is amazing! The combination of cool pasta, beans, eggplant, olives and lettuce is delicious. The turkey, fontina, and sun-dried tomato sandwich is also delicious. The sandwich roll is light and very fresh. Plus, I really appreciate how they split the order into individual servings. You leave feeling content but not stuffed. Which to me, means I've had the perfect lunch. We will definitely go back! Again and again....

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    Casey K.

    I loved this sandwich shop and deli. This is one of the best chicken parm sandwiches and one of the best Italian meatball subs that I have ever had. I couldn't decide which sandwich to get to I got both. Great decision! The service was amazing. It felt like we were eating at someone's home and there was so much love in the food. The ambiance is that of a place in the Italian district of a town. We also got some more food to take home. We will definitely be back !

    Spicy Soppressata and Ham
    Alicia W.

    We aren't usually on this side of town but my husband has really been wanting to try this place, so we finally made a point to come here recently! My husband lived in Italy for a year and was stoked to find an Italian deli here in Reno. He got the Italian Stallion with Porchetta, Salami, and Mortadella. I got the Spicy Soppressata and Ham sandwich. Our friends who came with us got the Chicken Caesar and Chicken Parm sandwiches. All four of us loved our food! The meats are high quality, the bread is delicious, and the sandwiches were packed full of ingredients. The freshness of the ingredients really stood out to us--that made simple sandwiches turn out tasting even better than you'd expect. They have chips, salads, and desserts you can purchase as well. The guy working was super helpful and kind. I watched an elderly man come in to pick up a box of food, and the staff member carried it out to the car for him to help load everything up. The staff member addressed the elderly man and his wife by name, so I'm sure they are regulars. That type of service says a lot about a business and the people who work there! This deli is a hidden gem, my husband said it tastes really similar to delis you'd find in Italy. We will keep this place in mind for future lunches!

    Italian Stallion
    Maryanna S.

    This is a great Italian deli. Everything was fresh. Service was spectacular. It's a hidden little gem and to be honest I don't think there's a bad item on the whole menu. 10/10 I'll definitely be back to try all the sandwiches

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    The food is fantastic. The service is top notch. The owner is very involved and they really care about the customer

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    Delicious food. We order the raviolis for Christmas dinner every year. The chicken Parmesan sandwiches are a family favorite

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    Excellent sandwiches, fantastic friendly service. Nice old world deli atmosphere. All of us having lunch there highly recommend!

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    So freaking good! The bread was soft the flavors were *chefs kiss* the vinaigrette that's on there hits

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    charming spot. kind owner. rare type of food for Reno. Legit italian deli. Definitely worth a visit

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    Spacious bar area near the entry, with separate tables and a big screen TV

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    La Famiglia - Fluffy cheesecake with salted caramel and chocolate sauce

    Fluffy cheesecake with salted caramel and chocolate sauce

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