Cibo

It is my first time at cibo, it was 10:30PM and I had no plans for dinner. I was accepting the fact that in New Orleans, you will find only fried or greasy food available at that time. When I passed by cibo, I looked up the menu, almost too good to be true. I got salad and meatballs, they were both delicious, light, healthy, and high in protein. The crew was very friendly too, they even offered to turn on the tv for me. Salad, meatballs, chips, drink all costed $36. Totally worth the value. Would definitely recommend.

When people ask me where I’m from, I tell him I’m from New York, but I’m “of” New Orleans. It’s not easy finding a late night eatery that suits my taste but now that’s changed with Cibo, Italian eatery and deli. As we say in New York, “fugghedaboudit”! This place rocks, my world and they’re open till 2 AM! The pressed hot combo panini is the bomb! I look forward to coming in and trying everything on the menu. The restaurant is clean and the service is always smiling and friendly. These are two things I need to have. Highly affordable and super delicious. I will definitely recommend to all my friends and bring all my out-of-town visitors in to feed their bellies!

First off THEY ARE OPEN LATE 🙌🏾 Food was great, my server’s suggestions were awesome and I can’t wait to have it again! Side note- If they have the cheesecake brownie go ahead and grab that too 😮‍💨

Cute place with great food! Been here twice now and love the food. The pesto pasta is amazing and the homemade red sauce is delicious. I work nights and this place is open pretty late, so that’s a big plus! Definitely recommend!

I found this gem by driving for Uber and enough people brought me here to try it out. They stay open late, are always nice, and I have never eaten a sandwich that I didn't enjoy from Cibo. The imports combo sandwich tonight was perfect!

One of my favorite spots! Salt of the earth all good people working. Good food. Open late. If you ever have a problem with takeout or anything just call them. The owner will work you out something in your favor. Great coffee too and they brew it late. Perfect spot if you just get off a late night shift or if you're looking for a cute lunch in the day. Can't reccomend them enough.

Fresh great New York style Italian deli in Nola. Been going here since it opened. Fresh, amazing quality and just delicious. The bagels and cannoli are some of best in city~

It's been three days ... three days!!! And I am still thinking about how delicious that sandwich! The bread was perfectly toasted - crispy, yet soft. The deli cuts were freshly sliced. The vegetables were fresh and crispy. And the condiments were absolutely perfect! My late night jones for a sandwich was more than satisfying. I will definitely visit again on my next visit. Ya'll are doin the Lords work!!!

Wonderful people and the best Italian food! Always consistently delicious, fast and courteous. Can't rave enough about all aspects, including dessert. Be sure not to miss Luton this little gem

Tasty sandwich but very light on the meat. More than half of the items on the menu were not available on a Tuesday afternoon, including the Hot Combo Panini. No coffee available. Price charged was a dollar more than the listed price. No signage for the extra fee charged for using credit card. Overall a subpar experience, only worth it if you're not that hungry.

Stopped by on a quiet Sunday afternoon. My friend and I ordered the Italian sandwich and chicken Parmesan sandwich (altho we made the mistake of not specifying we wanted chicken Parmesan, not the sandwich!). Despite our mistake, both were super yummy. Also ordered two cannolis.... Maybe could have done with just one? It was just alright to me. Would come back for a sandwich! Felt like high quality ingredients. (Just be wary the prices listed inside aren't updated so our bill was bigger than expected!)

Owners and staff are aggressive. Genuinely scared to come here. Food is mid. Vibes are bad.

Cibo changed ownership recently (post-pandemic). When I went back, it just wasn't the quality it was previously. Very sad about this. Edit: I got the Sicilian sandwich and it didn't have much flavor. There were fewer ingredients and meat than previously and the food was generally lackluster. The previous owners knew everyone by name and would greet you with a smile. Totally different vibe as observed in the response from the new owner below.

This is definitely a hidden GEM, I ordered the Sicilian sandwich, it was sooooo bomb! The flavors were definitely there! If you get this sandwich it goes well with the zapps Voodoo chips & a root beer! Liz and James are awesome, so wholesome and takes pride in their work! If you in the Carrollton Area I recommend coming here!

Cibo. Best d@mn sandwich I have ever eaten!!!! Thank you for letting me put mayo on an italian sandwich. Bread ... fantastic. Peppers...fantastic. even the pasta salad was delicious! Like MacAurthur i will return

I have not eaten in the restaurant so this review is limited to the takeout of CIBO. 1. Lox Bagel: Unfortunately, the top of my everything bagel was burnt (the seasoning and edges). How this was approved to be sent out I'm not sure. The cream cheese and lox tasted fine but since the bagel was not properly baked, I couldn't enjoy it to the fullest. I understand mistakes are made and would be willing to try it again. 2. Sicilian sandwich. This was good! Paired with the marinara was the right choice, however I ordered the combo and my pasta salad was missing. I was looking forward to trying it. Overall, this place has potential but when food is being sent out, there needs to be an extra set of eyes. Had the order been double checked, I'm sure it would have been caught that it was incomplete and the bagel was not properly prepared. I will try them again.

The day we visited service was a bit off but I really feel it was an off day and they made everything right....and the food was phenomenal. We would definitely return!

Man, the website and stars seemed great. I viewed the website for a while and fell in love with the Broadway. So, for my first visit, I finally got to try it. I'm disappointed. I ordered from the website and it gave me a time to go pick it up. I order the Broadway sandwich (which I have been dying to try), a bag of chips, and a bottled water. I walk in at the stated time and the person working there seemed surprised that he had a pick up order. I thought nothing of it at first as I figured maybe there was a technical glitch with the website they used. Anyway, the person goes to make my sandwich and it sounds like microwaves were working hard. And, it tasted like that. I don't know if that is how the sandwich is, but there was zero flavor. Like really bland. I don't think that's how it is supposed to be. Then the person tells me they don't have chips at the moment. Surely, I figured he would offer a replacement. Nope. I had to ask for something or at least a refund for that part or my order. He gives me this tiny cup of pasta salad out of the fridge. I try it, zero flavor. Then, another customer comes in and he says he has a pick up order from the website and the person was surprised again; that person had to wait to his food. So, yeah, it'll be awhile before I decide to trust my money there, especially since there are so many better places to eat in this city. That was my experience and it only takes one.

This place is "okay" We got the tribeca--spaghetti, meatballs, and chicken parm. Pretty basic. Meatballs were good. Chicken parm was fine. Pasta was fine. Bread was stale. Typical chain-style Italian food. Outside seating was nice.

When we arrived for a noon-ish lunch, there was only one customer already there and only one staff member, who greeted us and told us to let him know when we were ready to order. When we told him we were ready to order, we had to stand there waiting for another 5 minutes to actually place the counter order. I ordered a turkey milano sandwich ($11.50). For the cost, I was expecting a good sized sandwich with a decent amount of turkey slices. What eventually came to the table was a small sliced toasted sandwich, that I could have made at home in less than half the time and with more meat. There was literally one slice of turkey deli meat folded in half. To be fair, it did taste good, but wish I had a bit more meat to actually call it a Turkey sandwich; it could have been called an arugula sandwich that happened to have a slice of turkey in it. Not much ambiance inside either: low ceilings, mix of cloth tablecloths and vinyl checked tablecloths. I did not get the sense that the cloth tablecloths were changed after each customer left.

Delicious food always. The bagels are amazing and so is their lunch menu. Small place and when we last went they didn't have indoor seating so we have ordered and taken home in the past.

Normally like them and have good experiences. Tried to order a pick up order over the phone. The worker on the line couldn't remember anything I was saying and I had to repeat myself many times to ensure it was taken correctly. I get there after 30 min like I was told, asked for my order, and was told they don't have it. Then had to wait for 45 minutes (in an empty restaurant) for the food. Got home to eat it so see the main dish I ordered has barely any sauce. Am really disappointed and feel like I need to find a new Italian place.

You know those days when you're really craving a certain type of food??? Today I really wanted some spaghetti, so I decided to Uber Eats a Grilled Chicken Parmesan lunch plate and I have no regrets. It was so good. Exactly what you'd expect the dish to taste like and, at least for me, wasn't too heavy of a dish. But also packed with flavor! Perfect size for lunch. I would order this again. Also, my dish arrived 15 minutes earlier than expected, which I appreciated.

My go to meal that will never ever get old. The Broadway sandwich! So so so delicious. Staff is awesome. I've probably had 50 Broadway sandwiches and I plan on having 5000 more. Best place ever. Love to love cibo. #Rollwave

Sandwiches are huge and filling! I love this place. Next time I will order through them and not doordash!

The best Italian food around New Orleans! The service is outstanding and the scenery.. check it out. Romantic, delicious and an outstanding crew who goes out of their way to deliver exceptional food.

As a loyal costumer, I hate to say, but recently Cibos has fallen off. The food has changed greatly in quality! As well as the service! I waited 50 minutes for a Broadway sandwich that barely had any prosciutto (the only reason it should be so expensive). Do not recommend.

Served me the wrong food then promised to send out a actual delivery and never did. Waste of money and time.

First off, Liz is amazing, I am so grateful for her kindness. second, the food was fabulous. The ravioli was perfectly balanced and the salad was super fresh and the homemade dressing, prefect! thank you Cibo for being amazing

Been going here for years after someone I knew suggested the 'Broadway' sandwich. Hands down best damn Italian sandwich ever! Today, pleasantly-- the sandwich seemed bigger than before. Best 13 dollars I spent compared to the same price of my usual Subway sandwich. You get quality ingredients and a side of delicious pasta salad. Like.. what more can you ask for. One sandwich - cut into two is good for two meals!!!

Delicious and reasonably priced. Wish I tried it earlier!! Will be getting again! I got the Italian sandwich and the grilled chicken parm.

Big hype was backed up in a big way. I heart sandwiches and, luckily for me, this place has maybe the best in town. The Hot Combo Panini (Cibo's version of the muffaletta) is just an explosion of meats and cheeses. Ham, Mortadella, Capocolla, Salami, Mixed Pepper Salad, Roasted Red Pepper, Melted Provolone Cheese inside Pressed Italian Bread...SO good. Pasta is dope, too, as my wife can attest to. Staff was helpful and kind offering to wait to make my wife's food until she arrived (so it wouldn't get cold). Will absolutely be back - there are like six other sandwiches I must have.

Ordered a caprese sandwich and a bagel with lox online. Upon arrival was told it would be an extra 15 minutes, okay no biggie. Order came out completely wrong and missing items that cost extra. Everything is wrapped in paper classic deli style, no way of knowing if the order was wrong before getting home. Bagel w/ lox came with no capers (extra $1.50 for nothing), no red onion on a raisin bagel. Caprese Sandwich (vegetarian) was in fact a pesto chicken something or other. Iced coffee was great. The folks running the show here were earnest and hard working, perhaps just not trained thoroughly enough and not stocked adequately. Place used to be awesome, idk what happened. Won't be risking it again. Beware of online orders where you pay and tip in advance.

I like the idea of Cibo. It's more of a "hoagie" style sandwich place which is not usually my preference. That said, variety is the spice of life and cibo has a good meat selection, the ingredients are flavorful and salamis seem freshly sliced. Sandwiches come with a little pasta salad side. I also love the cannoli. Staff couldn't be friendlier or faster. Thumbs up!

Back yet again on my quest to find something to dislike about this place. I failed, unsurprisingly. This time we closed out the sandwich list, finally trying the Turkey Milano. It was deliciousssss. The balance of sweet and savory was truly spectacular. Of course, we had to get a Sicilian as well. Amazing, as usual. And we added in a few bagels. This is my favorite place in New Orleans, and I could not be happier about it. Love, love, love.

First time going reason why close proximity to where we were at the time. We searched for a place to eat Cibo pops up with five stars. Let's give it a try. We arrive to a small empty quaint place. We order two Italian import combos. The bread was not toasted not condiments and two thinly sliced salami and one extra thinly sliced piece of prosciutto. The amount of meat between the two sandwiches would not be enough for one half of a sandwich. Try another Italian eatery. I will not return.

Just ordered Uber Eats-got the chicken Parmesan dinner and garlic bread. Both items were delicious. I'm so glad I finally found a place that just offers simple, homemade food with high quality ingredients. You would think that wouldn't be hard to find in New Orleans but increasingly it is, especially when it comes to Italian food. I make a lot of homemade Italian food myself, but I don't always feel like it and have been ordering Italian takeout on different occasions for awhile now, and nothing ever satisfies my craving, but CIBO did. Will be eating there again in the future.

I remember eating Cibo's two years ago and unfortunately it wasn't a great experience. I decided to give it another try yesterday, and I was blown away. My wife and I ordered a chicken parmesan sandwich and a hot combo panini. Both were exceptional. The chicken parm was the best I've ever had. The staff are also super friendly. I highly recommend Cibo's. I can't wait to try other items on the menu.

Man oh man oh man! Why have I been passing this place up?!?! I'm absolutely in love! I've been to the main Italian spots in NOLA but they have NOTHING on Cibo! Cibo has some of the best if not the best Italian food in New Orleans. We ordered the Sicilian Sandwich, Spaghetti and Meatballs and a Meatball Sub. Everything was delicious. The portions were generous but the prices are a little inflated. However, the food is so good I didn't mind paying for it. The homemade tomato sauce was dynamite. I could have packaged that I took it home! I wish they sold it in a jar. The staff were friendly and extremely patient (I had a hard time deciding what type of Sandwich I wanted lol). At the end of the day I give it 5 starts but had to scale back 1 because of the prices. I will def be back!

I had CIBO bookmarked for a while now, and like most times when I think of where I want to eat, I forget about CIBO. But this time...I remembered! Searching for spaghetti and meatballs, which isn't easy to find in this city BTW... I ended up at CIBO. Quick look at the menu...chicken parm and 1 meatball? Perfect. Maybe I shouldn't have expected much from this small restaurant (cafe?) but I was disappointed. Maybe the rave reviews are for their sandwiches which do sound tasty on the menu. My hopes were for better than a "pizza joint" type Italian food but that's the level it was. Not the worst chicken parm or meatball but I have had better even from pizza shops. Definitely not worth the $14. The chicken was small/thin and breading was lost all together under the sauce and cheese. Meatball was kind of tough, not ideal for a meatball. Also grabbed a box of Italian cookies which I normally love! Fig cookies were hard. Pass. While it could be a quick option if you live near by, I wouldn't go out of my way to go here.

Long ago I tried a muffuletta at a Schlotzsky's (called the Muffalotza). For those of you who don't know, Scholotzsky's is a deli/sandwich chain mostly in Texas. That experience scarred me deep inside and I avoided muffulettas like the plague. Then I recently came across one in the desert which some cartographers refer to as the hospital cafeteria. It was actually quite amazing. I don't know if New Orleans changed my taste buds or New Orleans just does it better even in a hospital cafeteria (probably the latter), but my repulsed feelings for muffulettas turned into lust. So that's how I ended up at CIBO. I got the hot combo panini affectionately labeled as "Cibo's version of the muffaletta" in the menu and the girlfriend got the meatball parmigiana sandwich. We called ahead and they said the order would be ready in 20 minutes. They have a very quaint restaurant. You walk into a very New Orleans looking building on the outside, and inside it's like you're walking into a New York City deli. Not much seating inside but there is nice seating out in the front to take in the beautiful East Carrollton area. We were a touch disappointed that they had small baggies of Ruffles-like chips because they were out of their pasta salad, but no big deal. When we got home we split the sandwiches and ate a half of each. The hot combo panini was unassuming, a bit small about a fork's length, just laying there flat in some butcher paper. It was absolutely delicious. Cripsy golden toasted bread. The peppers, cracked pepper spice, and all the meats just giving that tangy Italian taste. I think what really sealed the deal was the provolone cheese. It was melted and plentiful and tastefully mellowed out each bite. Definitely one of the best sandwiches I've ever tasted. The meatball sandwich though in my opinion, had the reverse theme as the panini. When we opened it up out of the foil the cheese was just pouring and dripping everywhere gloriously. It sent signals off in my brain saying, "you look forward to eating that so you should eat the other one first". So after the panini, when I got to the meatball sandwich, I felt there was just something missing. The bread, meatballs, and cheese were great. But there was just something flat about the sauce. Imagine eating spaghetti and meatballs without great sauce. It's still good and filling but it's just not exciting. Maybe it's because I went from the spicy tang of the panini to the wholesome fillingness of the meatballs. In summary, I think they have quality ingredients and real authentic Italian NYC taste they claim. $12 for a sandwich like my dinky but delicious panini was a bit underwhelming when they sell massive round muffulettas elsewhere for a bit less, but I wouldn't change a thing about how it tasted. I recommend everyone should try this place. Maybe if I ordered on Friday and got free cannoli it would have felt more worth it. P.S. Is it spelled muffAletta or muffUletta?

Love to swing by for a delicious sandwich! Perfect walking distance from my house. I love the pasta salad that comes with the sandwiches too :)

Somehow managed not to discover this place in my neighborhood until recently, but I'm glad I finally did. I'm an olde tyme New Yorker, and had been missing my olde tyme NYC Italian deli-style food. No longer. The meatball parm and caprese salad were perfetto, and for good measure I had a bagel & lox that tasted exactly like home. Will be going back regularly.

Sandwiches are authentic and full of flavor. Side pasta salad also satisfyingly good. We love it

The gentleman working behind the counter this morning was truly my knight in shining armor. It had been pouring rain and I was tired from my long journey north. I had been planting trees all morning trying to preserve the local wetlands of south Louisiana and I was walking back home to rest my weary bones. When all of a sudden... I come across this quaint Tuscan Deli.... Chibo. With the rain increasing to potential tropical storm levels, I decided to set up shop at Chibo. Upon entering, the gentleman behind the counter, realizing I was drenched and defeated... gave me the clothes off his back and told me everything was going to be alright. I believe his name was Abe? Without Abe's reassurance I'm not sure I would be able to continue my journey home. The world needs more people like Abe. In conclusion, I got the chicken parm, however I was refused extra pickles. My likelihood of return is unclear. Only the lord and time will tell. Thank you Abe you are my watchful protector! 3/5 stars!

CIBO recently changed ownership. The opening owner sold to an employee, I believe. Happily the passing of the baton has been successful. CIBO has always produced delectable Italian dishes. and sandwiches, made with quality ingredients. That continues to be the case, imho. My personal faves are the meatball parmesean, and "The Tribeca" (meatball, spaghetti, and chicken parm)

There is nothing bad I can say about Cibo. The only drawback is the wait time sometimes but it's not too bad. I always get a hot plate that comes with a salad. Either the chicken parmigiana, the spaghetti & meatballs, or the Tribeca (chicken parm, one meatball, & spaghetti). I love that the sauce is not too acidic but not too sweet. It's not overpowering at all. The chicken parm comes out piping out with about 3 slices of chicken with melty cheese on top. The service is always good. The staff is friendly. I think the prices are within reason for food of this quality.

I absolutely love this place. It's right on Carrollton near Oak, a very picturesque part of town. They have great sandwiches that come with a side of tri-colored pasta salad. I recommend the caprese with truffle oil. Lately, I've been getting the cheese and salami plate. The owner is from New York and gets his amazingly spicy salami from Astoria, New York. They have bagels as well that I have yet to try but will. They always have a house Sangiovese on tap for about $7. I like it. Often, I will sit outside and watch the street cars go by while I enjoy my meal. It actually is a great spot to work but it doesn't have WiFi so you have to have a personal hotspot.

Passed this place up so many times for some reason but could not be more glad I finally went in. Sandwiches are always fresh and so delicious, definitely one of my new go-to uptown lunch spots. Get the Milano.

Best meatball parm sandwich in the city. Seriously, get the meatball sandwich!! You will not regret it! Garlic bread is also a favorite of mine. Don't forget to add blue cheese crumbles to your salad-- sooo good!

AGITA, MY GOOMBA, IN THE BANZONE! Obviously, Apollo Forte wasn't feasting at Cibo. Their savory red sauce is so smooth and unacidic that I went back for 2nds and 3rds late last night (AL v. LSU 4th Quarter jitters) but woke up as if I'd nursed on kale chips. ONE BITE AND THERE'S NO "SAVE IT FOR LATER" I stopped in on a Saturday at 3PM (the place was packed, slammed with catering and pick-up). I ordered the Combo sammie and TriBeCa to-go. The wait was over 20, so when I finally got to taste my hot gooey deli meat sandwich I uncontrollably downed It (so much for that take-out idea). WHY CIBO WAS BUSTLING WHEN OTHERS WEREN'T: 1. It's efficient, tip-jar counter-service. 2. That red sauce, the chicken parm, roasted peppers... 3. All made from scratch in their small open kitchen. 4. Lots of food for the money, every meal is under $13. 5. Outdoor seating and draft beer. 6. Their young, attractive enthusiastic staff. PRO-TIP: ask for extra red sauce!

Growing up in New York spoils you, then ruins you for the rest of the country. Stein's market is amazing, but he's from Philly. New York bagels, GREAT chicken parm, amazing beer, and great service are legit. I'm eating the caprese and its curing my hangover and blowing my mind with basily freshness. He's a good dude, and if you miss New York this will satisfy you... For a while. I try to get here for lunch as much as I can. They do dinner now too. Can't go wrong.

We love these bagels. I recommend the fig cream cheese and get enough for the whole family. The owner is extremely passionate and involved and the small number of staff are all very friendly and efficient!

I ordered late at night (delivery) spaghetti and meatballs and also ordered the cannoli for dessert. The spaghetti was good, but the cannoli was awesome! I was surprised they kept up well, seemed very freshly made and it was a nice dessert!

This is a little jewel of a restaurant owned by super nice people. The Italian dishes are yummy and they do a FANTASTIC job with bagels too.

This review is based on the sandwich I got for take-out and my god was it delicious. I played it safe for my first visit and got the chicken parm sub. It reminded me so much of home (New York) and the delicious subs I get at the Italian restaurants near my house. Cibo has it down to a science. The subs are gigantic and although a bit expensive, it is totally worth the $12 for a filling meal. I have been told to try their other sandwiches and surprisingly, their bagels. I will definitely return to try some more options. As I write this, my girlfriend is getting a sandwich for herself right now - jealous!

Best bagels I've had in New Orleans! Better than Humble or Stein's or Laurel St. (I'm a native New Yorker so I set the bar high) SO HAPPY I finally tried one at Cibo! Their Chicken Modena is also very good. Service is friendly and efficient.

Great little spot for a quick bite. No fuss, just tasty food, friendly service, and good vibes. The Caprese sandwich is my go to!