Cortina's Italian Market & Pizzeria

A “must stop” for us when we are in the Anaheim area! High quality, delicious Italian food. The pizza is scrumptious, pasta were delectable, and the cannoli’s were the perfect finish. The adjoining Italian market is beautiful! Enjoyed the desserts and pastries there as well.

What a memorable experience! We were fortunate enough to randomly pick her to grab a quick bite. It truly added to our honeymoon!!! It’s a great place for some authentic Italian subs and pizza! My husband and I shared a medium pepperoni pizza to go just in case we didn’t finish it and dined in. The tables were beautiful, topped off with a real pink rose (my favorite!). I also loved trying their old school draft sodas. A beautiful touch! My husband loved the root beer and I thought the Cream Soda was the bomb! Oh, and that pizza we got to go, we ended up with no leftovers because we couldn’t stop eating it. So delicious! We were just passing through but it looks like it’s a popular spot. We came in right as it opened on a Tuesday and it was full, plus take outs and catering, within 30 minutes!

Outstanding! The Rocky Balboa is a must-try! The porchetta, Au Jus, and Broccolini are just an amazing pairing! The Cortina's Special Italian is also an amazing option! Definitely a must while in Anaheim!

I came to get the John Travolta but they don't have it. So i got the Rocky Balboa and the meatball. It did not disappoint the rocky balboa had broccolini in it and idk what the did to it, but it's perfectly cooked crunchy and so so so good! The dip for the rocky balboa was delicious and more than enough for the whole sandwich.

This is a market and deli on one side and a restaurant on the other with two separate entrances. For the restaurant order at the counter service with wide selections of deli sandwiches hot and cold, salads, pasta and pizzas. The hot Italian chicken sandwich was with chicken tenders (not breaded) with marinara sauce and cheese on an Italian deli roll, they come either 6 or 10 inch. Hubby had the cold tuna sandwich with shredded lettuce, red onions and pickle. Both were delicious!

Cortina’s Italian is solid. The cheese pizza was bomb, one of the better ones I’ve had in a while. I tried the Rocky Balboa sandwich too and it was packed with flavor, really tasty. The chicken fettuccine Alfredo was good, but I think it could be a little better. Overall, still a place I’d go back to.

Great food, prices and atmosphere. So crowded in parking lot! Hazardous because it is on a busy corner across from a busy In N Out Burger parking lot. Totally worth the danger. Just use caution when entering and exiting off of Orange and Brookhurst. Have the Italian Combo or Meatball. So tasty!!! Have not tried Pizza 🍕 yet but looks marvelous ! Highly recommend !☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Great atmosphere. The food is amazing and very fresh ingredients. Love it

First time customer, phone order to go. They told me it would be an hour but when we arrived, they put the ticket in after we paid. I Ordered a 14" "medium" pizza with 3 toppings. Most 14" pizzas are considered X-tra large. They allowed us to choose 3 different toppings on each half of the Pizza. One side had olives, mushrooms and onions; the other side had pepperoni, ham and jalapenos. It had a thin crust (a little hard on the bottom) and light sauce. The flavors were all really good and fresh. I personally like a little thicker crust with more sauce. I will request that next time. I also ordered a traditional cannoli. Overall really good food! The Italian market had a large selection. I will be back for those Italian cookies!!!

I'm sure I have written a review for this place before and have given it 5 stars. This time it is dropping down a notch. Being that it was Friday (last Friday), I decided to stop at Cortina's. It is my favorite place to get a pizza or an Italian sanwhich. I placed an order inside the restaurant to go. The girl taking the orders was efficient, but not very friendly. She handled the order in a perfunctory manner. No smile, no positive attitude and she acted like she was doing me and everyone else a favor. I saw her attend to others in pretty much the same way. When my name was called to pick up the order, I went to the window and I said thank you. The gentleman said, "yeah, have a nice day". It wasn't what he said, it was how he said it. He said it like he didn't even care. The whole place just had a different vibe. Don't get me wrong, the sandwhiches that I ordered were excellent. Its just that the place stunk of "baditude". Today is Friday! I will be getting my pizza from somewhere else today. I may go back another time and try it again. For now, I'll go somewhere else. Sorry, but I know Cortina's can do better.

Been about 10 years now, going to Cortina's. Its my favorite sandwich shop in all of California, and every time I'm in or near OC, I try to get a sandwich from here. I went with a Large Fireball this past weekend, and it was FANTASTIC! The homemade bread, the fresh produce, the cold cuts and cheese. I have never had a bad sandwich from here, and they are ALWAYS consistent with their product. Best sandwich in CA, IMO.

Where do I start? First off the young ladies that were at the counter were very pleasant but very short not in a rude way so to say ... Now for the food .. the pros first ... There was a very generous portions of the spaghetti and meatballs as well as the 6" Philly cheesesteak ... But my goodness it tasted so bland and the bread had a funny taste or burntness ... But the noodles were way under cooked and I prefer al dente but these were beyond al dente You guys used to be amazing when it came to your food but that again was over 15 years ago

Service was very efficient. We ordered and our food came out within 30 minutes. We paid roughly $44 for the food pictured. By the taste of the food you can tell the ingredients were good quality. The food tasted fresh and light but it did lack some flavor. My only complaint is the ranch... sounds silly but good ranch makes or breaks a pizza place for me! The ambiance is very welcoming and perfect for a date or family night.

First time trying Cortina's was great. Got the 10" Cortina's special, black and white cookie and cannoli. Everything was great and can't wait to go back and try more stuff off the menu. The dressing on the sandwich was so good. The service is quick too. Parking lot is pretty small and it gets packed fast especially during lunch time. You can call in orders ahead of time for to-go.

We've been going to cortina's for years and we've been doing it all wrong. The other day we were sitting in the little cafe having lunch and we noticed that every table had a pizza for the table. It wasn't an individual table for one person. No, they just bought a pizza for the table. And all of the people sitting at the table had their own individual meals. Now that's what you call legit. Eating.! This place is great. The pizzas are excellent. The sandwiches are great, even the salads hit. And then once you're done eating, walk over to the next door market and take your goods to go. This place is legendary. Go try it out. It gets packed and there is not a lot of parking. So good luck!.

Seriously, the Rocky Balboa is the best sandwich I have had on the planet! And to top it off, you feel healthy after eating it because of the broccolini. Can't wait to try the rest of the sandwiches.

Had an amazing experience, the place gets super busy but they have a ton indoor/outdoor seating. They also have a little shop with their cheeses/meats next door. The Cortina's sub is PHENOMENAL, the meatball sub & salami are so amazing too. Overall, great experience.

Just amazing. The food was so good! We got a large Rocky Balboa sandwich and a large Meatball sandwich from the restaurant. Both were stellar. I especially liked the Rocky especially with the au jus sauce to dip it in. The bread on both sandwiches was hot with a slight crisp, just absolutely perfect. From the deli I got a cannoli and a cookie and they were both phenomenal and delicious. I highly recommend this place and will return for the pizza next time.

The smell of spices and seasonings hits you when you open the door, it's the best! It's a fast-casual restaurant, you order at the register, given a number and take a seat and they will bring your food to you. There is limited seating inside and outside, food comes out hot and fresh. Everything was amazing, I enjoyed every bite of our food! We also tried the unique sodas they have at the soda machine and they tasted great! After our dinner we went to the market next door it was so cute and the desserts caught my attention! We had to get a pistachio cannoli and it was amazing had a nice crunch! We will be back!!

Cortina's is a wonderful place to either dine in for food or buy something cool from their market. Lovely place - I've tried their sandwiches and pizza before and both are great.

Cortina's Italian Market is a true Italian treasure! The margarita and pepperoni pizza was absolutely amazing the crust was perfectly crispy, and the flavors were so authentic, it felt like a slice of Italy. I also tried their Vass products from Italy, and they were fantastic high Quality, rich, and delicious. The highlight of my visit was the cannoli; it was hands down the best I've ever had, with a creamy filling and perfectly balanced sweetness. Plus, the staff was so friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. If you're craving authentic Italian flavors and great service, this place is a must visit!

Wrapping up the year with my last review! I've been coming here for a while now, and it's my go-to Italian market. On one side, you've got the market with an amazing selection of pastas, meats, sauces, and everything in between. They also offer pre-made meals in the fridge, and we always end up grabbing the lasagna--it's fantastic! The desserts are also a must-try, especially the eclairs. On the restaurant side, the chicken Alfredo fettuccine is a favorite, and you can't go wrong with the combo pizza. I'll definitely be back--this place never disappoints!

This is worth a trip if you are looking for the sites and smells of Italian markets you once knew! There are not many on OC! It has a good selection of products and a great deli. It does have a bakery section but I am mixed on this part. Cookies this year were amazing but pastries? Yukk. Pizza next door is very good. Lots of fun Italian food and wine.

I loved: Philadelphia Cheesesteak Sandwich I really liked: Eggplant Parmigiano Sandwich + Adding these #goodeats to my recommendations list for people visiting Anaheim. The sandwiches crunch and flavors were fantastic, the ingredients were fresh, and the portions were generous. I got this for takeout so I can't speak to the service or ambiance of the restaurant but I definitely want to try the pizzas next time and maybe the pastas if I'm feeling adventurous. Lots of other reviews mention the pasta's not great.

Anaheim treasure, so I've been told. So I had high expectations of the shop. Even while in like the pipeline behind me were raving about the place and how much they adore the Cortina's Special Sandwich. So I ordered that. Unfortunately, I found it to be too average for its hype. I did appreciate the generous amount of meats. But I wasn't wow-ed. I was more impressed with the antipasto salad! I loved the variety of toppings and fresh taste!

Good food and prices. Bad parking but if you come while they are not that busy, it's alright

I ordered online for pickup on a late Thursday afternoon. When I arrived, the lot was a bit small but I was able to find parking okay. When I got there at the estimated time my food was supposed to be ready, they were still working on my order. It looked a bit busy when I got there. As for the food, I got a pizza and lasagna which came with garlic bread. The pizza was alright. I should have asked for extra cheese. It could have used more sauce as well. The bread was a bit chewy, but maybe because it had been sitting for a bit during the drive back to my hotel. The lasagna saved the day however. Definitely recommend trying the lasagna. Service was meh. They didn't give me any Parmesan, peppers, or even napkins and utensils with my order.

Been to Cortina's a handful of times. It never disappoints. We had a round of sandwiches this time and I always love their bread and meats. Rocky Balboa sandwich I believe is the star with the roasted pork, cheese and broccoli rabe or broccolini. One annoying thing, I had a prosciutto do Parma sandwich. It didn't have any dressing. I went up and asked for a balsamic dressing, and he charged me $.50 for it. Really? Sandwich was $16 already. They have seating indoor and outdoor. Parking lot can get tight, but people are always going in and out since Cortina's has their Italian market attached to the restaurant. Atmosphere is laid back. They have many pictures on the wall dedicated to the Italian American heritage. There is a soda fountain machine with Stubborn products. I highly recommend stopping here for a bite and going next door to grab a dessert.

Very nice Italian establishment ordered the combo 12 inch pizza was pretty good. I believe it's like New York style wasn't very thick crust but it could've used more marinara sauce on the pizza but it was still delicious. Ordered also tiramisu and a slice of carrot cake cake very tasty and homemade was delicious. They have a Italian deli that's going to a small restaurant you order and sit at the table to bring the food to you. Excellent customer service great establishment in the Anaheim area parking is very very tight, but it looks like you can park across the street and a strip mall area deli/restaurant, highly recommend

A local Italian market and restaurant slinging some of the best sandwiches you can find. Their pizza is great too, but the sandwiches are where the money is at. You can't go wrong with any of them, then while you're waiting, pop over to the market and grab some of their prosciutto. Everyone is very friendly and helpful which makes shopping here real easy.

Tried the pastrami for the first time today and it was bomb! Got an au jus to dip and it was just perfect. Highly recommend this spot to anyone. Everything is fresh made to order and fairly quick service. Place reminds you of an old Italian deli from yesteryear.

I love the overall vibe of this place. The design of the dinning area is so hip yet old school. The service is amazing. The sandwiches were top notch. We got the special and the prosciutto de Parma and both were amazing. Their black and white cookie- A MUST!!! The fluffiest cookie I have ever had. Worth the trip to Anaheim alone. Overall amazing spot.

So glad I found this spot! My husband (who is a native New Yorker), has complained that since moving to CA many decades ago, he can't find any good New York pizza. I yelped and found Cortina's and ordered their New York pizza to offer to him. He LOVES it!! Thanks Cortina's, we are now regulars. Worth the drive from Newport Coast.

Great pizza!!! We orders the small pepperoni and roasted garlic pizza and it was delicious! We will definitely come back again to order this pizza!

Coworker brought in several of the meat lasagnas. They were so easy to heat up and tasted delicious! We will definitely order them again for our next party.

My go spot weekly!! I love going and grabbing a Cortina's Sandwich, Macaroni salad and they have the best root beer! Then I head to the market next door... walking in and seeing the deli case filled with all the delicious desserts and deli meats and cheeses is definitely exciting! I usually get a few frozen pizzas, lasagna. Then I grab some pizza sauce, pepperoni, pre made pizza dough and freshly grated mozzarella cheese. I always get the marinara sauce, Alfredo and Italian dressing from the cold cases. Then I go to the deli counter and get the best macaroni salad and a few cannolis.... The prices are so reasonable and the service is amazing!!! Don't walk, Run over and check it out! You will be hooked for life!

Best sandwiches in Orange County!!! Every time I go the food is always good and the service great. I highly recommend any of their sandwiches. Their white pizza with broccolini and chili is amazing as well

What can I say about Cortina's. Last best memory of this place I brought my mother for lunch and she loved it. We both had sandwiches. Mom had the 6" Rocky Balboa Sandwich, and I had 10" Cortina's Special Sandwich. Never been disappointed at Cortina's. Alway a good lunch at Cortina's. I get their bread when I'm there or something from the store. The deserts and a must, Love this little place.

We always go for the delicious sandwiches and we are never disappointed. The bread is soft and yet crispy. The meats and veggies are fresh.

We met for our semi-annual old guys lunch at Cortinas on 30 Dec. The company, the food & the conversation was wonderful... I don't know how many times I've eaten at Cortinas, hundreds, never a bad meal. my parents started going in the 60's. My sisters love the place. My wife & I, my kids... Everytbing about Cortinas spells a lovely meal with friends and family. Thanks Guys.

There was a bit of a wait but I think it was reasonable considering how packed it was. Just maybe don't come if you're in a rush. The decorations were super cute and the workers were very friendly. The pizza was good and I would definitely come back to try the other pizzas and sandwiches.

It's a charming restaurant on one side and deli, with a wide selection on the other. I have always enjoyed their food. I had spaghetti with a side of sausage and peppers and a Russo sub sandwich. Also, picked up desserts from the deli: a Napoleon and cannoli. Everything was delicious.

One side is a small Italian grocery store and the other side is a casual restaurant. I didn't spend too much time on the market side but it had a refrigerated section for meats and cheeses, fresh baked items, and an assortment of dried pastas and canned items. Most of our time was spend eating on the restaurant side. You walk up to the counter, order and seat yourself. There is both inside and outside seating but there wasn't much difference as there was no AC inside and it was a HOT day. The menu has sandwiches, pastas and pizza. All of them are made to order. The pizza seemed quite popular but since there was only two of us, we got a 10" sandwich and a pasta to share. Cortina's Special Sandwich - 10" Italian roll, cold cut salami, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pepper, vinegar - I thought this was good at first. In general the flavor is good with the salami and the vinegar. However, after eating more than half of it I started to get tired of it. The outside layer of the Italian roll was really hard and tough. And the cheese was sort of mushy. Penne Di Pesto with Chicken & Focaccia - Comes in a small round plastic container - The pasta was perfectly al dente, plenty of pesto sauce and the chicken was tender. - Out of the two that day, this one was the winner I think there's plenty of variety on the menus and I'd come back to try the other items.

One of my favorite places to eat in the Anaheim (not resort) area. Been coming here since at least early 2010s and my sole regret is not having ever tried it sooner. Their authentic Italian pizzas and pastas are all delicious. They have 1 tv so it's not really a sports-watching place, but they also have cool decor on the wall which makes it feel like a locals type of place. And of course the connected market next door has everything you need to take-home. I could literally eat here every week and not get tired of it. It tastes like the home cooking I am used to, if not a little better. Most dishes are fairly basic (this is not a 5-star, white tablecloth dining experience) but exactly what you need, especially their wood fired pizzas. They also have yummy desserts. I only wish they had more tables for dine-in, but go at a not too busy time or sit outside if the weather is nice, and you should be fine. If not, you can always get some food to go, but I would call a head before ordering since everything (except the lasagna, which is heated on the spot) is hand made after you order. Parking lot is small but there are always people coming and going so be patient and should be OK. They also close around 8-9pm most nights so check the hours before heading out. Better to dine too early than too late! Although they will still get you something to go if you get there a little before closing. When in doubt, just call. Employees are friendly and pretty helpful so I always try to leave at least a $ tip. Take it from a real (half) Italian, this place is legit, and will keep going back for life...

Service was quick and friendly. Inside was clean and well stocked. The sandwich tho... holy moly! The bread was the real star. Soft and fresh. Perfect for a hot day! I now see what the hype is about! I can't wait to come back to try other items.

The bread, the bread, the bread. Also... that pesto mayo... ooooh! Just too bad that the Orange location isn't open Saturdays. Just makes my family want it more.

Amazing catering! We used cortina's to cater the food for my daughter's birthday and it was amazing. Everybody loved it, and it was ready on time. Highly recommend.

I've been going to Cortina's since I was a little guy with my family. My grandparents used to take me with them. I'd go with my Nana or Papa or my Aunt with my cousin. We would get Hero sandwiches. All kinds of pasta made from scratch or the stuff to make it ourselves. They have killer food and are great people!! Try the Cannolis, there meat balls are also legendary. Also they sell "real" flour imported from Italy. As well as all the special deli meats. Trust me when I say the pasta is made right and so is the sauce. Lasagna is life and so is tortellini. Sicilians do it best!

First time here. The most amazing food. It tasted so fresh and delicious. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Definitely a busy place, we were able to get a table right away and we didn't have to wait a lot for our food. A lot of people come and go. You order then go sit. They have a lot of food options we only tried the "Cortina's " sandwich and the margarita pizza. The best sandwich and pizza we have tried. Everything tasted so fresh. We also tried their manebrea beer. We truly enjoyed this place and highly recommend it.

Did a takeout for sandwiches! Delicatessen style has outdoor tables. After many rainy days, it finally warmed up enough to want sandwiches for lunch. Quick service, I appreciate that the sandwiches were also marked on the outside for easy identification. Also tried the black and white massive cookie but I've had better. The cortina special is filled with a lot of cold cuts plus chopped lettuce with onion, sliced tomatoes and pepperoncini for a nice contrast to the meats, I like the bread too: good chew and held up to the drizzled oil and vinegar dressing. Full service deli features a ton of meats, cheeses, wines, pasta and bakery with cookies and cheesecakes. Packed parking lot. Also does catering with reasonable and comparative prices, definitely better quality than the usual chains of sandwich shops.

Great pizza and the Caprese sandwiches are my fave sandwich in the world!Every time! I always get my sausage at the little store when I make lasagna.

Parking - They have a small parking lot which can get full fast. There may be a little traffic getting there due to an In n Out being across the street. Food - Order anything and you really can't go wrong. I love getting a pizza and antipasto salad. A small pizza has 8 slices, so it can feed about 2-3 people. Service - It's hit or miss here. Sometimes they have stellar service and other times no one is willing to help you. Seating - Not much seating, but you can order in advance and pickup instead.

We received quite a few recommendations to try this shop, and we finally did! Ordered online for pick up. We initially walked into the actual deli/market a little confused but eventually found our way to the hot food pick up/ordering area. Parking: real tight, so be careful Ambiance: indoor and outdoor seating, indoor a little more noisy Service: cashiers were chatty with each other and weren't that approachable, felt like I was interrupting My husband ordered the chicken Italiano and that sando was messy but he thoroughly enjoyed it. I ordered the prosciutto di parma and was IMPRESSED. We also ordered the pasta, fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and it was bland, so won't be ordering pasta anymore. We can't wait to go back and try the pizza.

I had the Cortina's Special sandwich and went next door to get a pistachio cannoli. Highly recommend both. The only thing is the parking. This place is always packed but well worth the wait.

Love going here with my boyfriend. Is his favorite sandwich place to eat and I concur the quality here is amazing. They do make to order so it dos take awhile for the food to come out. So prepare yourself or you may call in to order before coming. It's a cozy area and ambiance could be loud with people taking. It gives a mini market vibe in a sense. I got the veggie sandwich and he got the rocky balboa. Very heavy and filling. Mine was filling and light. Highly recommend! This is family owned

Fast service, you order upfront and then they call out your name for you to go pick up. The pasta we got was amazing, sandwich was okay as it was a little too much meat for me. Overall great, would love to try their pizzas soon.

Great sandwich! Always a treat when I get to come here. Service is top notch as well.