The only reason I am actually sad to move away from Andersonville is that Piatto Pronto will no longer be so close to me. Â Every time I've been there has felt like I walked through the door into a big hug. Â My first visit is really what hooked me for life. Â It was raining pretty hard, I missed the bus and looked like a drowned rat. Â Chose to stop in (mainly to get out of the rain) but also to get a sandwich. Â I had avoided going in before that because I thought it would be stupidly overpriced. Â I felt and looked pathetic, just told him I was vegetarian and he smiled and made me an amazing caprese sandwich slathered with pesto, huge chunks of mozzarella and tomato. Â I ordered a 6 inch and it was closer to a foot. Â I paid my $5.99, said thank you and felt sorry for myself going back out into the rain he threw in a huge chocolate bar. Â It made my night. Â Every time I've been back the size of the sandwich is crazy huge, delicious and they'll make it however you want. Â The chocolate was definitely a random happenstance (because I looked so pathetic) but it seems that if I smile, say thank you they throw in something extra, maybe it's just a banana. Â Even if they didn't throw in something extra, their interpretation of a "6 inch" will always keep me loyal. Â I still need to branch out and try other things in their deli case, their salads look amazing. Â I love them.
Review Source:I love this place.
I've always enjoyed their sandwiches and deli items, the best chicken noodle soup aside from mom's, and good olive oils.
The service really sets this place apart. Today they let me exchange a bag of coffee for another no questions asked. "Anything to make you happy on this Friday morning."
I love that. I also love that their 6 inch sandwich is like 9 inches, kinda makes you wonder why anyone ever eats at the Subway down the block.
Still great sandwiches, still great service. Â A few months ago, I noticed that our beloved seven-grain salad was missing from the deli case, and I mentioned it to the owner. Â He recommended a tri-color chickpea and wheatberry salad which was just as good and is now our #1a favorite side from P.P. Â You cannot go wrong with either.
This is also a good spot for pickles, although you may not think of an Italian grocery/deli as a pickle mecca. Â (Agrosik is a good brand that I haven't seen in most other shops.) Â Trust me, they have a lot of imported specialty food items here, so if you find yourself in Andersonville needing fancy vinegar or olive oil, an exotic sauce of some kind, a European cookie, a preserved vegetable, or anything of that ilk, try Piatto Pronto.
But to me their bedrock will always be fantastic sandwiches and those two delicious sides.
Piatto Pronto, is a wonderful deli, these guys are always nice. They have a great selection of fresh items, and imported goods that I have not seen anywhere else.
They have hot and cold sandwiches, and great soups made in house, not forgetting the best meatballs I have ever tasted, (I have had a lot of meatballs) I visit this deli often and would recommend this to anyone who wants not only great food, but a great experience getting it.!!
I work near this place and I love the sandwiches! They are made fresh and they are HUGE! Â You think to yourself "I'll never be able to finish that sandwich" but 30 minutes later, it's gone! Â The other thing I love about Piatto Pronto is the aroma of spices and coffee and red sauce and lots of undefinable things--it is intoxicating.
Review Source:My amicos at Piatto Pronto are overdue for an update. Â Unfortunately it took a LivingSocial deal to get me back on the wagon most recently (this is unfortunate mainly because LivingSocial is really LivingFrustratedandWithMuchRedTape). Â But now I'm back in action and we won't be estraneos (I'll stop - I know I'm embarrassing myself and possibly you). Â
So, nowadays my tuna of choice is the Mediterranean style, made with olive oil instead of mayo (we can thank Andersonville's dearly departed Mista for introducing me to the concept). Â PP's version is very good, a bargain, and of course a huge sandwich that could be two meals. Â My only negative is that it can be verrry oily. Â
My husband and I are big fans - big, huge - of the seven-grain salad they sometimes have. Â It's mixed grains and lentils with a touch of mustard or vinegar, and a touch is the perfect Beth R. portion when it comes to those things. Â On the recentest visit, they did not have it but did have - get this - a tricolor chickpea salad. Â The chickpea is, like the banana, quite possibly the world's most perfect food. Â I am always happy to see it put on a pedestal, and this salad does. Â It too has a vinegar kick but is not too much. Â
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It's a counter service environment (really a deli) so you might think the service only needs to be...serviceable. Â But the staff is enthusiastically dedicated to giving you good food. Â The man I spoke to on the phone (twice, to confirm the LivingSocial order that had not yet arrived either time) continued to be friendly in spite of how annoyed he might have been. Â Perhaps that's a projection because I was annoyed, but still.
Since I had to order online through LivingSocial (red tape, man!) I was able to see the whole range of sandwiches, which is larger and more diverse (wraps, paninis) than what I remember in-store. Â That's a plus, but it does not have items like the side salads or other prepared items they have in-store only. Â So to get the full picture you might want to employ a hybrid ordering method of online-plus-pick-up-with-add-ons.
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Still four fat stars. Â I can't imagine they will ever be anything less to me. Â Big fan - big, huge.
Found PP on Yelp and really haven't found a good craft sandwich place in Uptown yet. Thought I'd make the trek just a little north and try this place out. I got a turkey panini and it must have been just an okay day because I really wasn't blown away by it. It was basically a turkey sandwich, toasted, with some cheese, tomatoes, and mustard, mayo.
The real reason I'm writing this review is to warn anyone that drives here to not park in the McDonald's parking lot just to the left. I, of course, saw the signs saying "don't park here, we'll boot your car immediately" but figured that they couldn't call someone fast enough to get me. Boy, was I wrong. There is literally a guy sitting in his car with a boot in his trunk just waiting for you to underestimate him. I was gone for 7 minutes (he documented it) and he had already booted my car and was waiting for me with his credit card runner. 10 minutes and $140 later, I finally left the parking lot enraged.
Wonderful sandwiches. I have no idea why people would got to that "$5 footlong place down the street" instead partaking in the high quality sandwiches at Piatto Pronto (which aren't much more expensive). My favorites are the meatball sub and "the boss" (roast beef). Plus, you can get a fun salad from the deli counter as a side, which is much better than a bag of chips. (If you like chips though, they  have those too.)
I started going to Piatto Pronto as a gourmet foods store even before I got hooked on their sandwiches. They fit a good variety of gourmet and specialty foods (mostly Italian) into a small space. They also have some of the best gummy bears I've ever eaten.
I don't get it. Maybe I had the day they were over worked, or just under staffed or the place is OVER rated. I asked for the most popular sandwich, The guy behind the cash register said the "Dolce di Parma".
It was supposed to have, sun dried tomatoes - nope, oil and vinegar - nope, basil - nope. I found the meat tasty, the bread was sub standard and the price was high for the offering. I'll try it again, because of my fellow "Yelpers". I'm hopeful, but it'll have to be good or else this review will be edited to no stars.
Maybe I should have knocked them down to four stars as my wife and I had to wait for non sourdough bread to be delivered last night for our sandwiches (about 10 min), but the prociutto de parma sandwich was so darn good they earned five stars.
It was my first time at the joint (which I found on Yelp) and it did not disappoint. Â The sandwiches were great and they had a lot of grocery offerings as well... I walked out $132.00 lighter as I bought some jarred truffles, san marzano tomatoes, Â two types of risotto (one of which was $17.95 we'll have see if this kobe of risotto is worth it), some preserved lemons, artichoke hearts, etc. Â You get my point... it's a specialty food store.
I have been into Pronto several times now. Until this last Saturday I would have given it 4 stars. The food is great but the service is either hit or miss. Last Saturday I went in and between my friend and I we ordered 3 sandwiches. 2 of them were wrong when we got them. They made my friend a new one and mine they I kid you not scrapped off the things I did not order. This is UNACCEPTABLE!! I immediately turned around and told them I would like a fresh one without them just scrapping it off. They guy that helped me just had attitude the time it took to remake it and it was just unprofessional. The new sandwich was great tasting but after that service...I don't think I will go back.
Review Source:Honestly, when i was searching for apartments in Andersonville, and found my current one, I thought, "Well, at least it's close to Piatto Pronto." I like it that much.
Delicious sandwiches, prepared fresh for you, while you wait. You can browse the shelves and identify all manner of wonderful delicacies from around the world. Soccer is usually on the tv screens.
Quite possibly the finest Chicken Salad Sandwich that man has ever tasted. I recommend that, a bag of kettle chips and a soda to fill up the belly and make the soul happy.
Piatto Pronto is a gem in my neighborhood. Do not miss it.
This place is SO GOOD and, after only two sandwiches, has crept into my heart as one of my top three sandwich places in Chicago. The menu is pretty extensive for a small sandwich place and has something for everyone. Absolutely LOVE their cold sandwiches, and their selection of unique food stuffs is pretty awesome. This place is a gem. Make an effort to stop by. Heads up--take-out only.
Review Source:Friendly people, great food, good prices. What is not to love here?
The sandwiches here are consistently excellent and made fresh in front of you. Just a warning it can take them a little while- but you can spend that time chatting up the guy behind the counter or browsing this cute little store.
If you're a fan of European treats you'll love this place, by the way. Browsing the shelves I found a few products I haven't seen since my last trip to Germany and forgot how much I missed.
If you like to cook, especially European and Italian, sometimes Jewel and Dominicks just don't cut it. Â How I'd love if we had a Caputo's market in one of the Northside lakefront neighborhoods, but this little shop surprisingly fills the void. Â Parmesiano Reggiano cheese (the real deal) at a fraction of the cost of the supermarkets! Â Need thick cut Pancetta, they've got it...again not found in the supermarkets. Â They have all sorts of sauces, pasta, etc. that is not carried anywhere else in Edgewater/Andersonville. Â
I've yet to try one of their sandwiches, but it's on my to-do list for sure!
In the modern day of Jewel and Dominic's it's difficult to find a small deli, like this, filled with pre-made sauces, teas, chocolates and snacks, not to mention the meat and cheese ready to be sliced and enjoyed at home or the wonderful sandwiches that come wrapped in satisfyingly thick brown paper. It's always a treat to find a place like this and important to support it do that they don't become extinct.
I got the Eli, a lox and bagel sandwich served with capers, tomato, and red onion. I would have liked more red onion (maybe cut thicker too... I like my red onion) but I hesitate to say a bad word about the sandwich. The smoked salmon was perfection and I'm eager to try their other creations.
With lots of vegetarian options and friendly staff this place is a real treat to enjoy. I shall return when I am next able.
The best that exists.
I always peered in, curious, to this Coffee Studio neighbor, but didn't stop in to try one of their sandwiches until the end of last year.
If you are a fan of all things deli and pickled, (and I am), you will be thrilled by the sights that greet you in this classiest manifestation of a sub shop and marketplace.
The sandwiches are delicious: highest quality meats, cheeses, and tapenade. However, most recently I was in the mood for a salad.
I asked the wondrously friendly owner for a recommendation and he leaned in with a smile to suggest something not listed on the menu, what he called "The F*!@ed-Up Salad". Apparently, someone once made a mistake salad which, like many mistakes, ended up to be a surprising favorite for the customer. This salad is packed with roasted chicken, beets, artichoke hearts, four types of beans, chickpeas, tomatoes, mozzarella, etc etc... an "everything but the" salad that you will love when you employ this locals' trick of knowing what to ask for.
I rarely give 5* for a sandwich. Well, it happened here and it totally defined it for me. But, that isn't the only reason as the second you walk in, you feel like you've been coming here forever. I was in here for lunch and there were several long time customers. I was made to feel just like them even though I had never been in before.
I have passed by here countless times and always told myself that I wanted to come in. I finally caved and stopped on in. I had to get a dolce di parma sub 6" sub as that was all I needed. This was just flat out killer. The prosciutto was obviously great, but the fresh mozzarella balls and the pesto with it just took it to a rare level
I also picked up a small thing of their homemade bruschetta and some pasta. I haven't been able to find rigatoni this large and the bruschetta was great. The rigatoni wasn't cheap, but the bruschetta was just like $2.50
No longer will I just pass by here and go somewhere else. Piatto Pronto needs to be a frequent stop for me when I'm in the Andersonville area
WHOOOOOOOOO WEEEEEEEEEEE! I love these types of places. Small, cramped, but full of awesome ingredients, and good people who have a nack of making magic on a daily basis.
I was working in the city when I dropped by for lunch and ordered the Dulce di Parma. Hands down one of the best sandwiches I've ever had in my life.
Simply put, Piatto Pronto is a gem. Anything you order will be mind blowing. If you're lucky enough to live close, go ahead and pickup some jarred goods or maybe even ingredients for dinner that week.
I....Love....Piatto....Pronto.....
Great idea, mediocre execution and the discrepancy between reality and potential drives me crazy. Â I used to go out of my way to get in here, but have reduced my visits to rare, opportunistic slip-ins if there's no line when I happen to be walking by for other reasons.
Service suffers because of layout and lack of order; they wing it, often serving customers in the wrong order (they can't see over most of the counter) and if there are 4 or 5 people inside, forget it -- it'll take forever. Â
There was seating outside one summer, none the next. Â They should remove the products with dust on them and set aside two small tables inside. Â I'd also remove the big meat/produce sales signs that obscure the windows and use the windows to showcase what is otherwise a unique, specialty deli in town.
I'm a fan of the Dulce de Parma, but admittedly one time my prosciutto was a little funky. Â Also recommend the northern italian bean salad -- I think it's probably good for you!
Honestly the best sub place in Chicago. Â Subs so good, I pass their name around like they do in high school health classes. Â This place has a huge menu with fresh deli sliced meat (done in front of you for your order), massive subs (a 12-inch is really closer to 16.5-inches), and hella respectable giardiniera and prices. Â You come for the unbelievably fresh subs, but the deli and market really give the place an authentic "welcome to the neighborhood" Italian feel. Â Every time I go in there I say to myself "just a sandwich" yet end up walking out with a 1/2 pound of fresh olives, 1/2 a pound of capicolla, fruit preserves, some hummus, and a loaf of bread. Â
he employees are good people very generous with their portions, and accommodating when it comes to sub-stitutions (yup, I went there). Â They take their time making each sub and it shows in the taste;. Â The next time you're thinking about going to a major chain for lunch, give Piatto Pronto a try and support the locals, maybe even walk out with a grocery bag filled with or imported prosciutto, spinach tortellini or mozzarella.
You will be rewarded.
My recommendations for their sandwiches are
-The Napolitano for its delicious vinagrette dressing or Milano; they're both terrific italian style subs.
-A savory Dolce Di Parma, the priciest item on the menu because it uses fresh cheese, savory pesto spread, and proscuitto that goes for $16.99/lb. Â Once you try it you realize its worth the extra buck or two. Definitely an every-once-in-a-while treat yourself sub that offers something rich and different.
-Amy's favorite (ham and turkey) with giardiniera and hard salami added
-The New Yorker with corned beef
-A MASSIVE Maui Wowi Wasabi Shrimp wrap (Roll-up)- easy on the wasabi sauce. It's delicious but pretty thick and the calories and impending stomach-ache can add up after eating half
If Mikey is there, make sure you bring your wit along with your wallet. If you think you have what it takes to hang and can roll with the punches, he's one of the funniest guys around. Â If not, he'll probably take it easy on ya.
Great prices on everything and there are deals on sandwiches and grocery and deli items daily. I've been to NYC and ate at Carnegie Deli yet I'd still choose Piatto Pronto 9 times outta' 10.
-One last thing to mention: Carry-out only
Meh. It was OK.
My husband liked his sammich. Me, not so much. I got the turkey panini, which was toasted for about 30 seconds, and contained salty turkey and half melted cheese. For sides, we got cole slaw (which was WAY too sweet) and mozzarella/tomato salad. The salad was the only redeeming part of the meal to me, and it definitely needed salt.
I would go back and try something else (maybe I just ordered the wrong thing), but I wasn't really impressed by Piatto Pronto, unfortunately.
Today was supposed to be lunch at our favorite Cuban place for our engage-iversary, but those plans got really screwed up. Nothing in our 'hood made us happy, so we took a ride on the Clark bus further north than we had ever been. We found nothing that looked remotely interesting or that was open on a Sunday at 2 until we saw the signs on Piatto Pronto's windows.
I'm from NJ, my family's from NY: The storefront gave me comfort on a day when I'm running 101 degree fever. We went in, the little butcher/sandwich/deli place was packed with choices of MEATS! CHEESES! And condiments, crackers, desserts, and coffees. The line at the fresh-while-you-wait sandwich counter grew longer every second. No one was impatient or unfriendly -- I feel like every single person there was a regular.
We ordered a Rosamaria Panini, a hot Turkey with Havarti and a chicken soup. I can't taste a thing through this sinus infection, but I could taste my panini -- it was goood. The Turkey sandwich had REAL turkey breast chunks -- no one is skimping, here. And the sandwiches, which were BIG and made right in front of you, were $5.99 and $6.99 apiece. What a steal! Â
The owner guy had that serious butcher look on his face that Italian butchers do. I love this. I can't believe it took our Cuban place screwing up bigtime to get us to discover Piatto Pronto, but I'm really glad it happened this way!
My only complaint is something I suspect the owner has done by design: There's one tiny table for two squished into a corner which we were lucky to get, and it was scooped up the moment we left. I'm sure he wants to run a butcher shop and not a restaurant, but I'd come by more often if I could sit with someone and relax and enjoy the goods.
Absolutely AMAZING.
I took one bite of their Prosciutto 6' sandwich and jumped back to Italy. I was sitting on a park bench eating lunch watching the water taxis shuttle around hurried business men in loafers.
Admittedly I've never been to Italy... But! I'm pretty sure their sandwich is a perfect replacement! Try one!
I bought their home made Bruschetta which was also scrumptious! I demolished a small sandwich (which was about as long as a Subway foot long) because it was just soooo good! Fat kid... I know!
Today is the day where Eric had quite possibly the best sandwich of his sandwich-filled life. Â Know, friends, that the search to top even this feat of deli meat still will continue after this day. Â Though if he died tomorrow, he'd die happy. But, still would be pretty bummed about dying.
My evening began like this: drive to House of Wah Sun on Lincoln for dinner, it's closed. Â Continue northward on Lincoln, turned right on Montrose to go to Mythos: closed. Â We agree that we'd be fools to not head 1.3 miles north to Sunshine Cafe. Â
Shit's gettin' crazy. Â We head north. Â Mouth watering. Â Stomach muscles cramping and cringing. Â Tempers flaring. Â Fists flying. Â Horn honking. Â Patience at an all-time low.
It's closed.
Gah!
Our next stop, read: fourth, was Turkish Cuisine on Clark. Â Good reviews on Yelp I remember. Pull up, find the sole parking spot out front. I walk to the meter machine 50 yards north... and what do I see? Â That's correct, a bum pissing in public. Â But over his uneven shoulder I see Piatto Pronto; lit up like a beacon of Italian hope.
I ran through that traffic. Â Got hit by an errant cab. Lawsuit pending. Burst through that front door and order the first thing I see off the menu... The Napolitano: a cornucopia of prosciutto, soppressetta, and salami. Â I don't even ask for the 12''. Â The clerk takes one look at me and our eyes meet briefly... and I see it deep in his soul... he knows he's about to change my outlook on things... life, love, delis...
I go out to the car, we destroy the sandwich. Â I go back for a second. Â This time, the MIlano. Â de-facking-licious.
Get here.
-Cheeers!
Usually, 6 inches satisfies me. But I wondered if I could handle 12 inches of Italian meat.
Only one way to find out - just do it, and think about it later.
I felt a little sheepish asking for it, but I was already starting to salivate just watching him get it ready. I wanted to reach over and help, but knew he was a pro. Before I knew it, he was handing it to me - and I was ready to head to the park to finish it off.
It was just what I wanted. I was right, it was huge. I thought I'd have to unhinge my jaw to get it in my mouth - but hey, it was Italian. What did I expect?
I ordered the New Yorker. Corn beef and beef pepper pastrami and swiss, on an ever so soft (but crisp with the first bite) baguette. Shredded lettuce, tomato - and yellow mustard and mayo. I bought a ginger ale to go with it - it was seriously the most perfect deli lunch ever.
I confess, I've done this twice now. I can see myself doing it again and again. Its very close to my flat - and located right on Clark. Street side parking is easy.
The shop itself also carries tons of amazing products - imported sardines, oils, and has an entire deli case of delicious meats and cheeses.
I can't recommend this place enough. Plus, the owner has waited on me both times. He thanked me (and it seemed genuine and heartfelt) both times I shopped there.
He has earned another customer. I hope this becomes a Andersonville institution.
Check it out, you won't be sorry!
I don't throw around 5-star reviews like they're nothing. Â To me, 5-stars means something. Â Now, I don't think you can compare all restaurants against each other, so 5-stars for Piatto Pronto is not the same as 5-stars for Mirai. Â
In the arena of small groceries that also make some prepared food, Piatto Pronto is as good as I've had in the city. Â Meg L and I rode up there on our way to the beach and picked up some sandwiches. Â I had one of the sandwiches with more traditional Italian meats, while she had the vegetables. Â Both sandwiches were absolutely amazing. Â The bread had an outstanding crunch to it, but wasn't dry, and the vinegars and meats and vegetables worked together beautifully. Â
Meg said the other half of her sandwich was even better the next day. Â
Outside of the sandwiches, the kettle chips we got were wonderful. Â The shop looks like it has a nice selection of Italian food to buy and take home, but I didn't make any grocery purchases. Â
Beyond all the wondrousness, the sandwiches were immensely affordable. Â I'm not sure I'd ever go anywhere else for an Italian sandwich again.
It's easy to go into Piatto Pronto at lunch to pick up a sandwich. Â It's really hard to come out of there with ONLY a sandwich. Â They have specialty items, fancy cheeses, interesting chips, lots of deli sandwiches, imported meats, sauces, and other products. Â
I have tried many of their sandwiches and have never been disappointed in any of them. Â
This place is a wonderful little gem.
Local. Â Fabulous. Â Delicious. Â
For an individual: Piatto Pronto is the type of place where the owner (ladies: charming beyond control; fellas: a man's man) will give you a sample of prosciutto as he crafts your one-of-a-kind sandwich. Â
In addition to my perfect sandwich, picked up a jar of legit and delicious vodka sauce and some sweets.
For everyone: Â Piatto Pronto will deliver - no min, no charge - and are great for corporate lunches, small business and special events. Â Also great if you - as in you, the person sitting at your desk reading this - need a sandwich ASAP. Â
Sorry, big chains - now that we've discovered the real deal (which is faster AND more affordable!) on Clark Street - we're done!
I usually bring my lunch to work to avoid spending extra money on eating out during the week, but when my coworkers tell me they are going to Piatto Pronto to grab a bite, I become weak-willed and follow them around like the boys I crushed on in 7th grade.
The options here are plentiful. Â If you need suggestions, just ask the men behind the counter- they won't steer you wrong. Â And they won't rush you---they are there to make sure you are satisfied and ohhh, satisfied you will be.
While you wait for your sandwich to be prepared, take a trip around the store. Â There's a great selection of different pastas, raviolis, soups and much more!
I can't decide if this place makes me hard or wet.
Piatto Pronto is a very handy place right in town for Italian groceries, although they do carry Marmite (and possibly Vegemite soon)! Sure, some stuff costs a bit more but sometimes a guy just doesn't want to haul himself all the way out to Elmwood Park, know what I'm saying? I'd be hard-pressed to put a price on the happy that comes from scoring a bottle of Partanna olive oil without having to give a single driver on Fullerton the finger. Impossibile.
The sandwiches are certainly priced very reasonably. I recently got the 12" Dolce di Parma for $7.99 and...okay, it's coming back to me now...this place makes me hard AND wet. Damn, that was a good sandwich. Good crusty bread, packed with prosciutto, tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and tapenade. Mmm-MMMMM. Sorry, but getting my hands on some fantasty grub tends to get me lubed up.
The proprietor is quite a jolly guy, always ready with a friendly greeting or a joke. On the way back to my bike after wolfing down the sandwich with a cortado from Coffee Studio, I signed to him through the window that I totally dug it (rapid pointing with right forefinger at left hand approximating a 'C' in American Sign Language, immediately followed by several thumbs-up motions with right hand). His reply came in the form of a lively 'gnarly, dude' gesture. Splendido.
Much better than giving the finger while weaving through traffic.
Ugh. Â I am all for giving a place a second chance, especially when they are new, but dear lord this place has a long way to go. Â Service was markedly improved, which I was pleased to see and kept this from being a 1 star rating, but the sandwich I ordered was just vile. Â It might be a good price but if you cant eat it then its not such a good deal after all then, huh. Â
You know its bad when you think Subway has better stuff. Â And I hate Subway.
This place is so fantastic that it's a shame I haven't already written this. Judging from the longer lines I've experienced recently, the word is getting out anyway. If you live anywhere near this area, you owe it to yourself to stop by for a sandwich in the near future. Great Italian cold cuts, good bread, and some interesting combinations of ingredients - all for the same or less than you'd be paying at some sub chain.
Also, the dry goods and deli case are all top notch and fairly priced. We are so lucky to have this place in close proximity.
My kitchen will never be the same!
I've been eagerly waiting for this place to finally open. Â On my trips next door to grab coffee, I've hoped that the paper covering the windows would be down and I'd be able to stop in. Â My present was finally revealed to me this past weekend, and what a gem!
I'm confident this will be a regular stop on my shopping trips. Â The selection is what you'd expect from an Italian deli: olive oils, cheeses, pastas, gravies, etc. Â The deli counter selection looks amazing, though I have yet to sample any of the items. Â Give it time. Â The highlight of my visit was discovering fresh pasta that Mike, the owner, confirmed they make in house.
I chatted with Mike for a bit and was sent home with some fresh penne to test out. Â Before you ask, yes, it was wonderful.
I'll be back again and again, especially because everything was so reasonably priced.
My plan is complete. I have now amassed all necessary amenities to make my neighborhood officially more wicked, evil and awsomer than all others before it.
I have summoned the greatest produce store in the city (Edgewater Produce).
I have captured the best Italian restaurant in the city and made it mine (Anti Prima).
I have added a cool indy coffee shop to my domain that supports free Wi-Fi (Coffee Studio).
And now, my most dastardly discovery yet, sure to complete my reign of snobby culinary destruction upon all other neighborhoods, leaving them cowarding in the shadow of the eclectic splendor that is Andersonville...
Piatto Pronto!!!
About time too. We've waited for 6 months for this place to arrive, standing patiently in front of papered up windows in anticipation of imported olive oil, fine Italian meats and cheeses, fresh mozzarella, gelato, pastas and phenomenal sandwiches and paninis.
And neighborhoody people. The owner greets you with the biggest of smiles, a sample of something new (meat or cheese), plenty of suggestions amidst a sea of choices, and very reasonable pricing for imported goods. Cheeses are outstanding, meats are delicious and the value is great. THIS is the only place one needs to build the perfect picnic basket. OKAY, maybe this and Pasticceria Natalina down the block (gotta have desserts, yo!).
I tried the paninis today and I'm a believer. The dude makes one with prosciutto, zucchini, sharp cheese and olive tapenade...damn. Simple Italian subs are also a work of art there.
That said. My neighborhood officially obliterates yours now. Fear us.
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