This place was recommended to me by a friend and I am so glad we tried it. Such cute interior being a deli/restaurant/store with a cozy and informal setting. I didn't know they served beer and wine, which was nice to have with your sandwich. I wanted to try the Muffaletta. I brought my own gluten-free bread bun and the other person with me ordered the same sandwich but with the bread; and they truly enjoyed it as well. My only issue with the sandwich is that the Portella mushrooms took away from it, rather than enhancing the flavor. Overall, good experience, decent service, I will definitely be back to try more items off the menu and check out their shop. read more

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I got the corner deli, which is there version of a classic italian sandwich. The first few bites were really good. But as I kept eating the bread got a bit too soggy, so texture wise I didn't enjoy it as much. Rating: 7.6/10 read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - The Corner Deli Sandwich with a side of Giardiniera - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

We brought my Italian-Argentinian father-in-law and mother-in-law to Rocco's for lunch today. I ordered Il Rocco, my daughter Hard Proof Prosciutto, my wife and MIL Eggplant Parm and FIL A Love Letter to the Corner Deli. This place is simply amazing! The sandwiches are huge. Fresh bread, freshly cut meats and cheeses and made with pride. It's a true gem. They sell their deli meats and have a nice selection of Italian wines too. You enter and get in line to order. When the order is ready, they call your name and bring it to you in a simple brown bag. There isn't a lot of seating so we get our food and go to a park to eat. I love this place! read more

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Found this cute little grm after a show at the Fisher Music Center off Woodward. Love that so much of what they sell is local and or made in-house. Sandwiches my friend and I ate were all varied and delicious. Definitely recommend and definitely will go back. Forgot what I ordered, it the photo says it all! read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Very cute place with plenty of seating. Super clean. Friendly staff. Fresh and delicious ingredients. read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - The Il Rocco Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Homemade, freshly cooked, smells like Sigonella, Italian deli that will make you want to travel to Italy. You cannot go wrong with the service either the fully equipped staff is cooking up the best Italian sandwiches in midtown. They have a set price but it's not steep. The meals are great too so come hungry and plan on drinking some wines too . Trust me I have been to Italy so come here get yourself a sandwich I recommend the Welcome to The Club . That is all. Chief If you learn to understand you will master humbleness. :=]] :)) :/) read more

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All than had everything on there menu and I must say everything is good , fresh authentic flavors is the difference nothing artificial this place is one of my favorite place to grab a salad or sandwich , a Italian pop or sparkling red wine, this place has all the elements for great lunch date, socializing vibe, or just eating clean, don't forget get to grab white chocolate macadamia cookies if they have some, everything is fresh baked and change at times, but if you love salad get the everything blue salad, it has almonds , pears , mixed greens , and pickle onions and I always add chicken cutlets on mine , great salad , service is spot on , very Quick and attentive to detail meaning they listen to your order and don't make to many mistakes it's definitely rare. Great summer time or anytime vibe especially when the sunshine and you out trying to catch a vibe read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Everything blue salad with chicken , almonds , pear strips , picked red onion bleu cheese , balsamic vinegar vinaigrette - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The service was stellar and the chop chop salad was truly a gem and lunch staple . The expresso martini looked really cute and my lunch buddy said she loved it . read more

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Rocco's is a hidden gem in detroit! The sandwiches are absolutely delicious & very reasonably priced. I got the il rocco. It had amazing flavor! I also got a cannoli. They have a bunch of grocery store items. The employees were all knowledgeable and friendly. It's a must try in detroit!!! read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Il Rocco Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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This place is right near my apartment and it's great! It's a small deli in midtown with many different sandwhich options. There are also alcoholic beverages as well. The inside isn't too big and only some seating is available but it's great for carry out. The service is very fast and there is a tiny parking lot on the side of the building. read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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YUM! Detroit has so much to offer, and the area that Rocco's is in is such a vibrant cool place. This is an old fashioned deli with a Young person's vibe. The food is delicious, well-made, and fresh. You line up, order your food, pay for your food, step to the right get your food. Just like the old days. The person that the register explain the menu and what was the most popular, and of course what their suggestion would be. My friend and I tried both and we were not disappointed. Oh, did I tell you that they also sell bottled wine that you can uncork there, BONUS! read more

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Best sandwich spot in Midtown! This is one of the go-to spots with my work team for pickup as they have amazing food and never mess up the orders. My two favorites are the II Rocco and the Mozz and Mozz (but add a chicken cutlet to that sandwich and it's even better!!) read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - II Il Rocco Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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What a sandwich factory! Just a terrific sandwich! It has never disappointed in any visit. read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - The Breast Chicken Parm Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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i had heard so many good things about rocco's i had to try it for myself!! i was greeted by super friendly staff and was helped right away! i was recommended the chicken parm sandwich and it was incredible!! i love how it came with marinara on the side as well:) i love the vibe inside too, will definitely be back!! read more

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Every single time I come to Rocco's, I have the absolute best time - it might be because my palette is satisfied, or the vibes feel right, or i can grab a nice bottle or wine and fresh Ricota. Rocco's is the perfect italian deli in Midtown and their counter resembles just that. I've had just about every sandwich and wowza! They are incredibly balanced and filling and every bite has that perfect combination. They make your sandwiches as you order so it might take some time but no longer than a 10 min wait. There's some parking off to the side and paid parking all over so make the trip! read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Today was the day I finally made my return to Rocco's! They crossed my mind and when I checked their site -- I saw turkey was on the menu. Game changer! I love when places expand options like that. Ordering experience? Great. The person who took my order was super friendly, welcoming, and even co-signed my pepperoncini idea (love that!). She really understood the assignment and gave me the vibe that customization is part of what makes Rocco's special. Unfortunately, the experience kinda shifted once my sandwich was being made. The person making the sandwich (who was also chopping lettuce nearby) overheard my order and immediately gave off a vibe -- popping his head up multiple times to glance over, despite there being no line behind me. It was noticeable enough to feel uncomfortable -- like I was being judged for daring to ask for onions and pepperoncinis. (Simple requests, not wild off-menu asks.) From what I could hear, there was a little back-and-forth about how this time they'd honor the modifications but maybe not in the future. Fair enough if that's the policy moving forward -- but in the moment, it felt awkward and unnecessary, especially since the person taking my order was totally fine with it. And sadly, the sandwich reflected that energy. No pepperoncinis (despite them being part of our whole convo). Onions? Nope. The only change accounted for was no bacon. The sandwich itself was good -- it's Rocco's after all -- but the vibe left me wishing I'd asked the cashier if she could just make it since she seemed way more invested in a good customer experience. So here we are, 5 hours later, and I'm still thinking about it -- not because the sandwich was bad, but because the energy from the person making it really shifted this from a 5-star visit to a 3-star one. Giving it 3 stars here (would've been 2 if not for the awesome cashier -- she deserves her flowers!). Hope this feedback helps the team. Setting clear modification policies is fine -- but making customers feel like a burden for asking isn't a great look. read more

Beat sandwiches ever, the chicken parm and meatball sandwiches are my go to. They are large portions and always fresh! I love the mini market they have in the restaurant and the deli for fresh cheese and meat. The staff is always very kind and look like they are having a great time. read more

I tried Rocco's while on the go on a road trip, while passing through Detroit. Wanted something quick and easy and saw the Yelp reviews for Rocco's. I'm always skeptical of highly rated places, but after my visit to Rocco's, I can see why. I was there on a Thursday afternoon, it was quite busy with takeout orders and a few diners inside and outside on their patio. The place itself is cute, they offer a selection of sandwiches, salads, soups, and more. They have a deli section and also have a good selection of wine. But I was here for the sandwich. Was torn between the meatball and the Prosciutto Love sandwich and ultimately went with the Prosciutto. The sandwich had this nice crispy bread, the sandwich had prosciutto, mozzarella, yummy pesto, and seasoned tomatoes. Just to give an idea, the sandwiches are quite filling, at least in my experience. I hadn't eaten all day and had a half of the sandwich and some pasta salad. The pasta salad was not a typical Italian salad that you find most places. This one was more flavorful and creative and I wish I had grabbed another for the road. I ended up only eating half the sandwich, it was really filling and saving the other half for later - which was still good when I ate it later. Incredibly flavorful. Rocco's is a must try when you're in this area, you won't be disappointed! read more

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Good and consistent, chicken parm sandwich fire , good service always a good quick option for lunch

Great Italian deli within an easy walk of Wayne State U. Highly recommend the signature sandwich. Bread fresh and firm. Good quality deli meats and cheese. Great place to grab wine and other beverages on your way home or to dinner with friends. Plenty of staff the Saturday afternoon we were there for lunch. read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Rocco's signature sandwich - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Great deli in Detroit. Small interior with somewhat limited seating, so either be patient or pivot to takeout. Parking is also a bit suspect, so it might take a little driving to find a spot. I got two sandwiches: the prosciutto and the Italian beef. The prosciutto was great. A little more could have really elevated it, but there was still a fair amount. Good bread and the pesto was delicious. As for the Italian beef, it was equally good. The beef was cooked to perfection and the flavor on it was great. The roll it came on was good, but this could be upgraded to fully nail this sandwich. Overall, you can't go wrong here. Everything is great. read more

This remains my number one spot for their salads especially their CHOP SALAD! The best. Hearty and I know I'm getting a good dose of veggies I need. Love the dressings which they provide separately if requested. Love, LOVE that bread provided as well! Fast friendly service! read more

My wife and I tried this place on a whim. Glad we did! Great sandwiches with extremely helpful and friendly staff. Very happy we stopped in and would definitely recommend. read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I've heard SO many good things about this sandwich place and I'm so glad to have finally tried it. The free parking lot was a nice surprise so I didn't have to worry about street parking. My friend and I ordered the chicken parm and italian beef sandwich which came out quickly. The chicken cutlet was crispy, fresh, and topped with rich mozzarella. I loved the extra side of marinara that came with mine- I just wish the sandwich came precut but not a big deal! The portion sizes are HUGE so it was nice to have leftovers for dinner. read more

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If you haven't been to Rocco's Deli yet, stop what you're doing and go now. Seriously, just get in the car and drive. I probably think about the Il Rocco about a few times a week -it's that good. The sandwich is pure perfection. Each ingredient is fresh, flavorful, and layered with care, so you taste everything in every single bite. The bread? Perfect. Soft enough to bite into easily but sturdy enough to hold everything together. Every time I go, I tell myself I'll try a new sandwich, but I can't bring myself to stray away from my usual sando order. The staff is part of the experience to, they're friendly, welcoming, and make the place feel like a neighborhood gem. Bonus: They've got a nice selection of Italian wines to round out your meal. I'm confident in saying that the Il Rocco is easily one of the top three sandwiches I've ever eaten in my life. Give it a try, and you'll understand why. Check out my Instagram for more @hangry_detroiter read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Il Rocco Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

My friend recommended this place for us to eat from the previous reviews and it met our expectations! The place was nice, neat, and cutely decorated for the holidays. We also appreciated the private parking lot over street parking. My friend had the The Breast Chicken Parm Sandwich and I had the Serious Beef Sandwich. We also got drinks from the fridge, I had a yummy cherry soda and she had a refreshing coconut water. We loved our sandwiches and were able to have it as leftovers. I will say mine was very fragrant, soggy probably from the juices, and a little messy to eat. None of which bothered me but just to note! read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - The Breast Chicken Parm Sandwich Zio Freddo's Got Serious Beef Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Ok, let me start by saying I've been dying to try this place since I started to see their instagram reels hit me years ago. Finally my son and I got a chance the other night. They are open late - thank you - since he had a late rehearsal right near DSO. Did I mention they are in a quick, easy spot- with a lot to park in!!! The place is adorable- sets the mood. Employees are all helpful and polite. They have food to go, food to eat in, and deli things you may want for home. This visit we just needed dinner, so we got the Chicken parm sandwich and the prosciutto means love. Both are big portions. My son and I loved it. The parm was crispy and flavorful and serve the sauce on the side so you don't make a mess of yourself. My son loved the fresh mozzarella to complement the prosciutto. We were stuffed and can't wait to go back and work our way around the menu. Such a great find. read more

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Made to order sandwiches with High quality ingredients. Had the Chicken Parm and Hard Proof Prosciutto Sandwiches. Both sandwiches tasted amazing but the chicken parm was on another level of delicious. The sandwiches were a little pricey $14 and $16 respectively plus tax/tip. They had a cooler of specialty sodas and drinks. They also had a ton of wines, coffee/tea to order, and a whole menu of other food you could order. Seating was pretty limited so would plan on waiting for a seat or taking to-go during lunch/dinner rushes. Wine rack to the ceiling on one side and the deli bar on the other. They had some outdoor seating (it was freezing out so nope). I would definitely recommend and come back again if in the area. read more

Very good! I didn't give 5 stars because you can't do add protein on a salad except a chicken cutlet. Which was good but I just don't like fried food. I ordered the mozz & mozzarella with the added cutlet. It was big and pretty too. I also ordered the chop chop salad. Both were great! The dressing on the salad was awesome. Gal taking my order was friendly & helpful!! I'd go back but sparingly as I need to watch sodium intake read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Chop Chop Salad - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Beautiful people serving beautiful food. Prepared with love and fast. The wines are amazing. Be there early, if you don't want wait. Need more choices though. read more

Great staff, great food overall great vibe. Never disappoints ! Rocco is the real deal and evokes memories of Detroit delis of the past.

I was craving a meatball sub I got one of the best meatball subs ever. This cute little spot had so many options of subs/sandwiches/drinks. Service was super friendly and quick. They also have a bunch of cute little snacks for purchase. Can't wait to come back when I visit Michigan again. read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Want Nonna to Make the You a Meatball Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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So good! I had the Chicken Parm Sandwich and it was delicious! The place is super nicely put together and the service was super fast! read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Seen a review on Reddit about this location me and my girlfriend went to the Pistons game before the game. We stopped here and got a Rocco."boy was it good the bread was super fresh. The deli meat was absolutely amazing. All the vegetables were very very fresh and It had a very unique taste with meringue and lemon in it. my first time at Rocco's will not be my last. read more

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Rocco's is AMAZING. My friends and I came and tried 3 different sandwiches which they cut into thirds for us to share. They were made fresh and were so so delicious! They were out of the chicken parm sandwich so we tried the eggplant parm instead which was great but we'll definitely be coming back to try the chicken version soon! read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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I really enjoy having an Italian deli right here close to midtown. The sandwiches are great. They have a good variety of pop. The store is built out new good design and nice patio area to eat outside employees are friendly and I shopped there often. read more

This place was recommended by a gentleman over at Red Hook Coffee on Woodward. There were a number of different options from salads, sandwiches and other deli favorites. We chose the chicken parmesan sandwich and the whenever your'e feeling blue pear salad. Both options were super good and fresh ! The chicken parmesan sandwich was lightly breaded and seasoned to perfection and the bun was super soft and bit chewy in a good way. The salad had various greens, blue cheese, almonds, onions and balsamic dressing - simple and well executed. The portions were enough to share. Large tables and bench seating is available outside and a few tables indoors are available. read more

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Chicken Parmesan sandwich was so good. I got another one to go and the braised beef sandwich to go. read more

Rocco's Italian Deli - Menu - Italian Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I was in Midtown looking for a quick dinner at a more casual dining location and stumbled upon Rocco's Italian Deli. I looked up the menu and as soon I saw the delicious looking sandwiches, I knew I had made the right choice. It wasn't too busy when I walked in, but after I ordered and sat down waiting for my food, I saw a pretty steady stream of customers ordering takeout. The food didn't take too long to come out and I was able to dig in soon afterwards. Chicken Parm ($14) - This is one hefty sandwich! Huge chicken breast pounded flat laid across what must be a 10 inch long toasted hoagie. The chicken is breaded in a breadcrumb mixture mixed with Italian seasonings. The taste of oregano shines. The chicken itself is quite moist for a white meat. The exterior breading is fried until crisp and kind of separates away from the chicken a bit. Unfortunately it's actually fried a little too hard - the edges of one side of the breading are blackened and burnt. There's a good amount of melted mozzarella piled on top of the chicken. It oozed out while cooking, almost making a cheese skirt along the edges. The bun is thick and fluffy and is the perfect complement to the crisp chicken. It's slathered with a tomatoey, tangy, sweet marinara. There's an additional cup of marinara served on the side to allow you to dip the sandwich to add even more fresh acidity. (4/5) The sandwiches at Rocco's Italian Deli are solid and this place is an easy recommend if you're visiting the area. Bathrooms - Two unisex individual rooms in the back through a long hallway and to the left. read more

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A great gem for delicious, fresh and fast sandwiches! I came here with friends during dally in the alley and got the classic Rocco sandwich - which was amazing and filling. The place is very quaint and clean, workers are nice and knowledgeable about ingredients being used. You can purchase fresh deli meats and cheese behind the counter. The rest of the restaurant sells other amazing cooking ingredients! You will def want to try this place on your next lunch break!! read more

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