A Taste of Italy
| Address: | 1101 S College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA |
| Phone: | +1 910-392-7529 |
| Site: | ncatasteofitaly.com |
| Rating: | 4.6 |
| Working: | 8AM–8PM 8AM–8PM 8AM–8PM 8AM–8PM 8AM–8PM 8:30AM–7PM 9:30AM–4:30PM |
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Anna Rip
It was not great. The noodles were overcooked (an Italian sin!), bread was nothing special, eggplant parm was soggy, and red sauce was burnt tasting and didnt have much flavor. Its a far cry from authentic Italian. The staff was also kinda weird. Constantly asking you what you wanted even when I told them I was trying to figure it out. Also pretty sure they were making rude comments. People who say this is a great deli are confused. My husband said his sandwich was mediocre and didnt have enough vinegar. I would go to South College deli for a good deli. The menu was also a bit confusing and in a couple of different areas. I tried some of a meatball and it was alright, pretty mushy. The only saving grace was the cheesecake. Never again!
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Devin Houle
The best deli in wilmington by far. This restaurant is in a league of its own. Nothing comes even close to the quality or quantity of food you recive. There lunch is to die for. There take and bake dinners make my Friday evening so smooth. There deserts are delectable. There is nothing I can find that is the smallest bit out of place or disordered. The shop is clean the dinning room is clean, and the food prep area from what I can see is spotless. There staff moves fast with a purpose. Always on top of everything and never making mistakes. My absolute go to lunch / dinner / take out / deserts / authentic small grocery. Theres nothing they do thats not perfect.
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Rebekah Smith
TOI has daily menu items including fresh "homemade" Italian favorites. From the chicken parm to the macaroni salad theres no bad choice here. Their deli sandwiches are fresh meats and cheeses. The available all day breakfast sandwiches are heavenly. Ive had multiple dishes and sandwiches and never been unhappy. Friendly staff and reasonable prices are the cherry on top. While Ive never purchased any of their dry goods, wines, or oils they seem to have a large selection. TOI is always a good spot for excellent, local food.
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Gauge Hancock
This is the worst place to get food. They have terrible customer service. I waited for 30 minutes to be waited on, and during that time, nobody even acknowledged me. The worst part about the situation, I only ordered sauce and bread, so no cooking was even needed!! It got to the point where I had to have a co-worker call Taste of Italy and say that I have been waiting for them to even greet me. Mind you, they did not even have the order ready!!
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Jeff Lorey
Stopped in and had the best coffee and breakfast sandwich (eggs, bacon and cheese on a hoagie). Dont know what they did so different, it was delicious! I would definitely give it a "10". I believe it is so good because of the quality of their ingredients... also took some fresh mozzarella home that they make in the deli... off the charts good, so fresh! They are all about quality and it shows in everything they do. Well done!
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Anthony Raynor
I lived in Wilmington for 12 years and cant count how often I ate at "The Taste". When I think of a real deli this is the place. Sadly where I now live there is no such thing as a good deli. If youre in the area you owe it to yourself to get an Italian or one of the hot dishes. Chicken parm would be a good place to start.
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bret h
Been going here for 20yrs so this is long overdue. Food is always consistent and good. Best Italian sub this side of New York. The word has been out about this place a long time (Ive been helping spread it!) And it shows at lunch time they get very busy yet manage to keep up and get your food ready quick.
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Michael Abernathy
If you have never been here you need to make sure that you stop by because the Taste of Italy is a little hidden gem. The food is so good that you want to take all of it home with you all the time. The Taste of Italy is a family run business and the family and staff are awesome.
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A Private User
What a great place! While on vacation, my wife and I were told that we should stop in. The facility is great, the staff are nice and the food is authentic. By far the best meatballs I have ever had and the desserts were fabulous. I highly recommend A Taste of Italy!
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Anna Marie Boffo
This is an incredible place. We are consistent customers and were very disappointed to show up on a Sunday at 530, and hours posted said 6 and they were closed. As a chef and someone who has worked in several restaurants this is bad business.
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Jeffrey Rohena
The Best place for authentic Italian food, just like home. Awesome place for dinning with family and or friends. Every single dish here is super plus you can buy pasta,sauces, sausages, homemade mozzarella cheese balls Etc. Highly recommended.
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Craig Berner
a Amazingly giant sandwiches and all of the best quality meats and cheeses! Boars Head, Citterio Salames, and Polly-O cheeses, why go anywhere else. Try the meatball parm wedge, I swear its just like grandmas!!!
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Ken Byrd
Authentic New York Italian deli/restaurant with delicious offerings. They also offer a catering service that we have used several times and were very pleased. Helpful staff in planning your options.
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Christina MacNaughton
This is one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Wilmington. You get a lot of food at great prices. Everything is made fresh. This is a great place to get a quick meal or some food to go.
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Rebecca Whitman
Some of the best Italian food you will eat and its so low-key that you hardly know it exists. These are the kind of overlooked locals that we need to pay more attention to and support.
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Michael Baldino
Great placement of you to take me there when I was younger and best place to get Italian food Wilmington from New Jersey and I know Italian food taste like that thats good stuff there
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Leanne Nicosia
Amazing food. I come I here most for boars head deli meats, fresh Italian bread, and rainbow cookies. Weve also enjoyed their hot heros from time to time. Never disappointed.
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Wesley Dorsey
A must for anyone wanting authentic Italian dishes while in Wilmington. Ive been going there for several years and they are always on point.
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Barbara Smith
One of my most-missed places since moving away from Wilmington! So glad its still there to visit when we occasionally come back in town!
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John Culotta
Aromas just standing outside from the kitchen remind me of my Nanas in brooklyn. Eggplant parm just as good. Authentic Italian Eatery.
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Chip Williams
Family owned Italian market, take out and small sit down area. Solid lasagna and other Italian standards. Great for catering.
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Paisley Cookson
ONLY go if you are ready to die... AND GO TO A GLORIOUS AMAZING FOOD COMA HEAVEN. The eggplant parm/ tiramisu is life changing
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Annette Murphy
They have the best Italian Hoagies in the world...better than the Sub Shop in Atlantic City and the Wawa in Philadelphia !!!
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crystal Butler
It has the best eggplant parmesan I have EVER tasted. Been coming here for over 12 years every time I come to Wilmington!
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Will Williams
Awesome Italian sandwiches and pastas, as well as fresh made mozzarella! Must visit in ILM if you love Italian food.
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Alicia Freeman
Comforts of home here...from NY Sabrett hotdogs and onion sauce in the location. Good home cooked italian food.
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Matt McBride
Amazing! NY family brings the culture and recipes with them. Only place in NC Ive seen that serves Pork Roll!!
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Tim Stroud
Best Italian food I have eaten since I lived in Italy. A bit pricey but you get what you pay for.
