I could have sworn I wrote my review for this already... This place is cool... it's definitely off the beaten path for must-see Baltimore! It's on a block that made me think "no wayyy can the famous Trinacria be here!!" I bought fresh foccacia, a couple bottles of wine, and a delicious cannoli. It was hectic and one of those places I would never go back to if not for its authenticity. The entire time we were there (a Saturday) I felt like I was IN THE WAY... people are constantly dancing around each other to get through or look at things. I liked it, but it's not some place I would want to go to often just because of the crowd. I felt slightly overwhelmed the entire time I was there. (Claustrophobes this is not the place for you.) I really wish their hours were extended into the evening at least one or two nights during the week so I could even have a chance of going there at an off-peak time, but I get the sense this is the type of place that's not going to change. read more

Two words: Cheap and Delicious! Seriously, if you live in Baltimore and you've never been here then what is wrong with you (I mean that in the nicest way possible) They have a huge range of fresh cheese, an olive bar, homemade sauses, fresh baked bread (that is usually still warm), not to mention canolis, hot or cold sandwiches and so much more. If you're not into cooking they have a whole frozen section of already prepared food such as lasagna, ravioli, and pasta dishes that just require boiling or baking! Please, please buy their dough and get all the ingredients to make your own pizza! You will be so happy! And the staff pretty much kicks ass, too. read more

WoW! Wow! WOW! True authentic Italian Deli! I walked out with a mini box full of stuff and the most wonderful of all - it was oh so affordable. I found this place through my fellow Yelpers when searching for the best sandwich place in Baltimore. And I was not let down! Thank you ... I order two sandwiches - and yes had them both over the course of days though - since they are healthy portions. I got the roast beef and the turkey panini. Ah MAY Zing! the horseradish mayo - YUMMM. I asked for it on the side since I didn't know if I was going to be a fan and then though that worked out for me since I got to spread it on every bite as I ate through it. The turkey sandwich, while different, since I'm used to saltier cheeses was full of flavor. After the first bite I thought it needed something - the mozz was ab it bland but after the second bite I knew they got it just right. I also walked out with cookies - all good - favorite the almond tart cookies and I even came home with frozen chicken pesto raviolis - which were amazing! Real pieces of chicken just the right amount of pesto. And none of the filling came out when cooking. Wish I would have bought more flavors - since there were almost 8 - 10 kinds. I will be back there when in the neighborhood. For sure! Also - the staff was super duper friendly and so excited I found them on YELP! read more

Trinacria is a beacon amidst Baltimore's foggy foodscape. Let me count the ways: - House made sauces in mason jars (puttanesca, marinara, bolognese, etc.) - House olive oil (imported from Italy's Trinacria region?) sold in containers and in bulk (refill their bottles for 50 cents off) - House-baked breads (italian, a "french" style, prosciutto, olive, more...) - Value-priced and tasty deli meats, cheeses (fresh mozzarella, feta, grated or solid parmesan/pecorino, etc...), cured hams, olives, even dried pasta by weight - Sandwiches made-to-order (muffaletta, fresh mozzarella, more...) - Italian cookies by-the-pound, and don't forget the coffee. A cannoli? A $1.75 cappuccino? Yes, please! I simply cannot rave enough about this place. It has everything! They also make their own prepared filled pastas in a kaleidoscope of fillings and variations, frozen baked pastas for your convenience at home, prepared pizza dough, and on and on! In a state where TJ's isn't permitted to sell its value-priced wines, Trinacria fills the void. What are you waiting for? Go, and prepare to be inspired. (Bring your own bags and go early, or else expect to maneuver among the lunchtime crowd inside this small wonder's treasure trove.) read more

This place is awesome! Went there yesterday and got the Italian Cold Cut sub my fiance got the Roast Beef, Provolone, Horseradish, Mayo, Lettuce, Tomatoes sandwich. So good! The deli/store is in a sketchy neighborhood and they close at 4:30pm. But the food was incredible. The store is a little cramped but the service was very good. Definitely go there! read more

Trinacria is a hidden gem. The paninis are the best I've ever had, and they have many tasty things (like goat cheese stuffed sweet pickled peppers, and pastries) besides that. They also have a good selection of cheap wine, fresh bread, pasta dishes made on site and frozen, etc. I cannot recommend Trinacria enough, except that it's already crowded/busy during lunchtime. They have bulk pasta and olive oil for great prices, too, and lots of treats imported from Italy. One downside: the parking...it's okay if you are willing to park in an alley. The neighborhood looks a bit shady but I've never felt in danger. read more

This place is incredible! I have yet to try the deli food (yes, I know, shame on me) but I have a good reason: the place is insanely packed every time I go. Normally I'd be a little suspicious of long lines, assuming that the staff were slow and inefficient, but having watched food being prepared and talking to the cashier I know these guys are legit. On to the groceries... The selection is slim but everything I've ever purchased there has been of the highest quality- pastas from Italy, homemade sauces (the diavola is fantastic), and freshly baked breads that are still warm when you pick them up. Their frozen pre-made meatballs are huge and delicious, their wine selection is impressively inexpensive, and the foccacia will have you in tears. This place is a must-see, no joke. Parking can be a bit sketchy, and I wish they were open longer on the weekends, but otherwise this place is a gem. While waiting in line to check out my first time, I talked to a woman behind me who explained that she lived in Columbia, yet every Saturday she insisted on making a pilgrimage to Trinacria to buy something. Now I know why. read more

We stopped in for lunch just after 12 and we were helped quickly. Staff was courteous and helpful, I asked for a suggestion and she suggested the Mufaletta or coldcut. I chose the Mufaletta and the couldn't be happier. Quality meats, quality tapenade, and quality bread. I also picked up a cannoli and the filling blew my mind. All at a reasonable price! Don't be turned off by the exterior!!! read more

I'm a huge fan of Trinacria but I just don't make it there often enough these days! Trinacria is one of Baltimore's best kept secrets... a dainty little nearly hidden storefront in a less-than-safe neighborhood. If you didn't know about this gen, you would drive by it 1,000 times and never even think about stopping. From the fresh baked breads to the home-made authentically prepared Italian dishes and sandwiches, it's the bomb! Also, DO NOT FORGET to check out the wines! From $4 bottles of wine that are actually quit good to fine vintage Barolo... you never know what you will find on the wine rack. I have purchased $20 restaurant reserve wines here that would cost you $85 in a restaurant. Parking is a bit of a hassle but it's worth it. If you are in the area you have to check this place out! read more

This place is a diamond in the rough. If you want that authentic Italian feel and food you got to go here read more

Trinacria - Baltimore - Delis Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Hi electric bob here I'm a contractor in baltimore and I love trinacria meatball sub or Italian for 3.50 extra meat is 80 cents and you'll be happy.The money sandwich is proscutto feta and pesto on foccaccia. Get a sandwich card when u go and you probly have made a life change The people are incredibly friendley and know a shitload about the city. Tell the blue eyed new girl Bob said hi! Ohh yeah the breakfast sub is whuge and delish and cheap -one love read more

If you're put off by the outside, or you think they look closed (during reg hours), then you obviously have never experienced the glory of Trinacria. Yes, Trinacria could be a little rough on the outside, but once you get inside, you'll kick yourself for judging this book by it's cover. Always busy, the space is limited because it is chock full of so many goodies. There is always marked down wine, and by marked down, I mean, cheap enough for you to have an awesome party. In the frozen section in the back is always pasta, lasagna, calzones and other delicious things that are made by them. The bread goes fast, with excellent reason. If you haven't read about their amazing deli, then you need to just go and have a sandwich. And make sure you pick up some cannoli shells with their filling and fill them when you get home. Don't forget to pick up some olives. Basically, it's the most amazing Italian themed night all in a small store. Only downfall, their hours are odd. Make sure you check it out before heading down (like I do every time they are closed) read more

I've been a huge fan of Trinacria for about 3 years now. Their sandwiches are AMAZING, their deli rocks, and who can resist $4 wine??? My favorite sandwich is the prosciutto and mozzarella sandwich, but you can basically custom-build any type of sandwich you want. Their breads are also delicious, especially the foccacia. The "grocery" is really small but seems pretty authentic. They even have some homemade entrees in the freezer so you can pretend you have an Italian grandma cooking for you even if you're not Italian. They also cater! The only downsides: it's in a sketchy area, and there is no seating. read more

Love this place! If I lived closer, I would weigh twice as much. Everything is delicious, service is great, and the place is over 100 years old. Any business that has been in Baltimore that long gets my vote every time. read more

Unprepossessing as the store front of this institution is, you must ignore it and push past the iron grated windows and door. You'll enter an old-timey Italian deli haven. There is a wall of cookies that would make a great jig-saw puzzle photo. They're not delicious, unfortunately. Go instead, for the cold-cuts, cheap everything and sandwiches. Squeeze your way to the back and peer into the freezers - you must take home a homemade frozen lasagna, right? Service can be scatter-brained to brusque, but hang in there. So worth it. read more

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Great sandwiches and a great little deli! The people were warm and inviting, with food and that was tasty, ample portioned, and very reasonably priced! This is a great spot to grab a suit down bite, a sandwich to go, or the fixings to make your own tasty Italian meal! read more

This is going to be the most biased review you'll ever read. I love Trinacria. Trinacria is my food soul mate. I don't need to tell you how good it is, you already know you need to go. The most disheartening thing about this place is that I have recently turned vegetarian, so no more mouth-watering prosciutto sandwiches, or the incredible and wildly inexpensive cold cut sandwich, or the roast beef sandwich. Oh my god, the roast beef sandwich, you guys. It has the most delicious horseradish-mayo sauce on it, ok. I need to stop writing this review. I think I'm actually going to go get a Veggie sandwich there now. But before I go. Lemme say, personal staff (always remember my name), cheap wine, excellent muffaletta. Some sandwich days are better than others depending on who's working. Just go, ok, just go. read more

I finally pulled it off, for the first time in decades! I went into Trinacria to get their bangin' $3.60 house cold cut sub, (with everything plus extra hots) and left with only a sub. Do you have any idea of the willpower that required? If you don't know and love this place like we do here, all of the other reviews here will explain it. read more

Trinacria is a hop, skip and a jump from my residence. I had driven and walked past it many times thinking that I should stop in and am glad I finally did. The exterior is lack luster but inside, there is a bustle of people, shelves of fresh breads, bottles of oil and olives, boxes of wines (not to be confused with "boxed wines") and much more. Everything is reasonably priced including their sandwiches. I had the Italian Cold Cut which included spicy Italian meats, lettuce, tomato, oil, spicy peppers and provolone all packed nicely onto a fresh Italian loaf. At $3.99, it's one delicious and affordable lunch I will be purchasing often. For the same price, I sighted a fine bottle of olive oil, and loads of wine, which I now regret not picking up last visit. My only complaint would be that the store is closed Mondays and is only open until 4:30 on days it is open. read more

Trinacria rocks. There's a phrase "The knowledge of God is the bread of angels" often toyed with when encountering humble, simple, outstanding food. No matter the thoughts on heaven, eat while deciding, and get extra bread and sauce for later on. A great Italian deli and market to grab a sandwich for lunch, and homemade pasta, sauce, and pastries, whose cookies I've long brought up the turnpike to hardcore Sicilian families. For most, myself included, it's all about the bread. If you set the table with olive oil, your family likely knows of the generations of Trinacria. read more

Trinacria is without a doubt the best Italian deli & grocery store in Baltimore. I frequent this deli several times a week for either fresh meats, produce, sauces, cheap wine ($3.99/bottle) or their unbelievable sandwiches. Every sandwich is handmade and made within minutes. Some favorite include the Turkey Tapenade Sandwhich ($5.99), Prosciutto Sandwich ($6.49) and the Muffaletto Sub ($5.99). The bread is always fresh along with every ingredient. Big portions and great quality cuts. Cannolis are a must as well. Try to avoid around lunchtime because it gets crowded, nonetheless the service is always superb and well worth the wait! Also be sure to check their hours; they're closed on Mondays and typically before 5PM daily. read more

Trinacria - Baltimore - Delis Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This place is awesome. It's kinda on the border of sketchy neighborhood, but it's totally worth it during the day. I always get their prosciutto sandwich because the holy grail or pesto, mozarella, and prosciutto is amazing, and so worth the money. They absolutely pile in the prosciutto. They also sell yummy wine that's super affordable. I always grab a few bottles as hostess gifts. read more

Two words: Fria Diavola Buy as many bottles of this sauce as you can fit in your car. You won't regret it/ read more

As I work near here, I've gone a couple of times for lunch. Something that I love about trinacria is that the sandwiches are VERY big. I normally get the roast beef panini which is huge. It is extremely filling. I've also tried their ravioli. They are very good as well but the portions are not that big. It does come with some garlic bread though. My favorite at trinacria is probably the Mediterranean pizza and the cannoli. I don't like vegetables very much but the onions on the Mediterranean pizza were so good that I couldn't stop eating it. I highly suggest this pizza. I also love the cannoli because it is not overly rich. It does get very busy at lunch hours but if you avoid those times, it's usually nice and quick. It is a great place for lunch or for dinner! read more

We drove from NoVa to Trinacria specifically to buy cold cuts to serve during the long Thanksgiving weekend with our family. The idea was that the reviews about Trinacria pointed at a real deli where they know how to slice meats. Well, not so much.... What we brought home was salami, mortadella, cappacola, and prosciutto that was piled into individual heaps and wrapped in newsprint-type paper. No, it wasn't the thick butcher paper. And it made the meats taste weird. People: you slice it THIN, you don't SHRED it. it was that much worse because our family hails from New England, where they actually know how to slice this stuff. Hundreds of dollars in deli meats, not to mention gas and time totally wasted. read more

Can't believe it took me so long to finally try this place. Trinacria is a Baltimore institution in a rather peculiar location. Can someone fill me in on the history as to why it's located on Paca near Mulberry/Franklin? There's no Italians around there!! Anyways, you walk into this non-descript shop and you are in heaven. Stocked with imported wines, pastas, cheeses, sauces, and more, the customers are cajoling around waiting for their order. You get a ticket as you walk in and then you go and wait to be called. The menu is very extensive and almost anything you select, you can guarantee that it will be fresh and delicious. I went with the Italian roast beef sandwich on focaccia bread accompanied with a San Pellegrino Aranciata soda. Absolutely delicious. I was pleasantly surprised. I've been to some classic Italian deli's and shops all over the east coast and in Chicago, and this is by far one of the best ones around. Give these people business because it is retailers like these that make cities like Baltimore special! read more

What can I say that hasn't been said already. Fresh. Local. Authentic. Cheap. Also they have a great selection of wine! read more

The first time I came here, it was insanely packed in the store even though it wasn't a normal lunch hour but since then I haven't experienced that kind of crowd; usually I call in my order first just in case. I've been meaning to write a review for Trinacria for a while but it seems a bit pointless because of how popular it is but I decided to put my say in anyway. I've been coming here for over three years now (they finally started learning my face/name! :D) and used to get an insatiable craving for the muffaletta. Since then I've moved onto my new regular sandwich: the tuna (with lettuce, tomato, hots, and onion), it is really yummy and all of their sandwiches are big for how cheap they are (for example, the meatball sub is huge and dense). Not really a fun of the mozzarella sandwich or the chicken cutlet because they just don't match up to my favorites. Their bread is also really good (the garlic and herb bread + the prosciutto bread) and so is their pasta sauce, my favorite is the putanesca. read more

You have to go to Trinacria if you're in Baltimore. Simple as that. I used to work about a block away and would go to Trinacria at least three times a week. Sometimes I wouldn't even buy anything, I would just tag along with a co-worker to talk to the staff and take in the amazing smells. They have the best and biggest sandwiches you'll find for $6 anywhere. Ever. Get the Chicken Parmesan on focaccia and share it with a friend. Mike's Sweet Chicken Salad Sandwich is also a winner when they have it. One downside is that you might be tempted to try dessert. It's so worth it, though. The cannolis are seriously outstanding. No time to make dinner? No problem. They have a wide array of delicious, homemade Italian meals in their freezer that you can take home and bake. Need restock your pantry? Also not a problem. You can buy an enormous jug of quality, imported, olive oil for under $10. You can also buy delicious homemade pasta sauces, imported Italian pastas and condiments, and so much more. Did I mention that they also sell wine? They have a wide array of wines with some priced as low as $3 per bottle (and they don't taste like $3). One of the things I miss most about working in Baltimore is popping into Trinacria with my co-workers to say hi to Mike and his crew. Make sure you go! read more

Amazing sandwiches and convenient grocery shopping for pasta, sauces, and even wine! I'm fortunate to have Trinacario located within walking distance of my office and I travel here weekly with co-workers to grab a sub that's large enough for lunch and dinner! It's also very convenient to pick up easy to prepare at home. read more

Probably one of the best Italian markets in the region. Growing up in Italy was a blessing, leaving it lead to consecutive dissapointments of trying to find authentic Italian products in the US. Unless you go to NYC on a regular basis and can hit the Arthur avenue authentic Italian neighborhood, then Trinacria is the place to hit! I was amazed at the amount of product packed in this place, my mamma and I were in ode of such abundant authentic product is here. The prices are to die for, unheard of to find Montepulciano d' Abbruzzo or just vino di tavola (table wine) for $2.99! The fresh pastas are just like my mamma and I make it, the sauses and the desserts are amazing. The people are just extremely courteous and friendly. Parking is a little pain in the butt, but worth it. read more

Wow. There are a few questions that come to mind after trying this place: 1) Why didn't I try it sooner? 2) What is a fine establishment like Trinacria doing in such a ghetto ass neighborhood? and 3) Why isn't it closer to my school? This place has everything Italian from salami and prosciutto to focaccia and mozzarella. The muffleto sandwhich is pretty damn good and huge! For $6 you can get lunch and dinner in one delicious sandwich. I really like the olive oil spread that has green olives in it. Very flavorful and works well with the meats that come with it. I would skip on the chicken pesto sandwhich though. The pesto is not very flavorful and could use some mayo and bacon. But thats just me... So in summary: Cheap, tasty, authentic Italian deli. read more

I am totally confused to all the posts here. My co-worker and I went there for lunch one day because of all the outstanding ratings BUT... My co-worker had a pork sub, split pea soup, mozarella & tomatoes... I had the italian sub...WORST subs I have ever had..My italian..extremely hard bread..just you traditional slices of deli meat you could get a your local Giant or Safeway, not even piled high, some shredded lettuce, slice of cheese, light italian dressing. An italian specialty store with a totally failed italian cold cut sub?? My co-worker said the pork sub was not bad but his split pea soup was unedible..like a think coagulated green slopp. One bite and he tossed it. The mozarella not fresh and just mushy consistency, not firm as it should be. Isabellas puts this place to shame. read more

Ridiculous..............ly amazing! Chicken Parmesan $6 - crunchy toasted bread (tasty as Panera's bread) with soft chicken on the inside with some mixture of scrumptious cheese and tomato sauce. No idea what delicious concoction of spices, but the texture of crunchy outside with chewy inside :D Very big, and I could only finish half (pre cut to 2 halves). Bonus points - I brought some friends to show the amazingness the next day, with the other half of my chicken parm to eat. I was just gonna eat it cold, but while chatting with the cashier dude/owner, he was like "Gimme dat sandwich" Returned in 2 minutes, bread toasted, and the same soft inside as if it was freshly made! Like even if you microwaved it, you would have soggy bread and maybe cold middle. But this was amazing! TL;DR Big sandwich, cheap-ish, very friendly hole-in-the-wall store. read more

Wonderful... try their house jars of sauce... and you can't beat their wine prices... The bread and the shrimp salad sandwich are also top notch.... read more

I'm an Italian-American who makes regular trips to Italy and I can comfortably say this store is the real deal. As far as Italian stores go this is about as good as it gets. Great selection of pastas, desserts, olive oils and wines, all imported and very legitimate. Cheeses and meats have somewhat limited selection but it's still very good for the typical types (Parmegiano, Romano, Asiago, etc.) Friendly staff and prices are a steal, especially for imported items of such high quality. Don't be scared off by the outside of the store and the area it's in, this place is terrific once you get inside! read more

I was finally able to get here for lunch last week. It was a 10 minute walk from my office so I ventured there. It is funny because the store front makes it look...not so appealing. But when you walk in and the smell of that fresh baked bread punches you in the face, you know that you will be OK. I went with the prosciutto sandwich with fresh mozz, pesto, and tomato on fresh bake focaccia bread. The bread smelled so good, I bought a loaf to take home with me. Only $2!!! I cannot say anything more than what has already been said about this place. My experience was good, the sandwich was huge for the price, and best of all, it was delicious. My only complaint is that it is in such a remote location and it is not closer to my house! I will surely be returning to this place to explore more Italian options!! read more

What a fantastic market tucked in the shadier parts of Baltimore! Got myself a breakfast sandwich with egg, salame and smoked mozzarella on foccacia bread. For $6, it was a big sandwich that it was good for 2 people. There were so many fantastic food there that it was hard to decide what to buy. So many varieties of raviolis and frozen dinners! We bought homemade eggplant parmesan with olive bread (which actually had black olives inside the bread), and it was delicious! Also got ourselves lots of almond treats: biscottis, waffle cookies, and nougats. Hmmm, I might have to look out for my weight if I go back there again. The only downside of this place is that it gets busy and the wait to get any food might be a tad longer than you want. read more

This listing is not for Trinacria Foods. This review (and all these others) are for the new Trinacria Cafe which is located at 111 W. centre St.. Yelp has the wrong address. Yelp listing robots please note: http://www.trinacriabaltimore.com/news-detail.php?Trinacria-Cafe-Now-open-4 That said, a fine sit down Italian deli using the same ingredients that you could buy a few blocks away at hundred year old Paca Street location. But there was no place to eat on Paca St. This puts Trinacria on a more equal footing with DiPasquale's. Food is good but the new place lacks the soul that that funky 100 year old store 3 block away has. read more

Get the prosciutto & mozzarella sandwich! The prosciutto is amazing, and the mozzarella is plentiful. The bread is perfect, and it is definitely a sizable sandwich. The store itself is small, but they manage to really pack in a bunch of groceries in there. I would describe the store as quaint and reminiscent of bygone days. They had a decent selection of wine and a very impressive selection of pasta (especially ravioli). They must have had 10-15 different kinds of freshly made ravioli there. I do plan on going back and giving those a try :) My brother and I picked up some olives, a couple loaves of bread, and some sandwiches. The prosciutto bread was basically a huge bagel with prosciutto and cheese in the middle, but when you put it in a pan with some butter, it gets so much better. Yeah, there's nowhere to really eat inside the store, so plan on taking your lunch with you. But with food this good, who needs chairs? read more