Pisillo Italian Panini

In all honesty, it did not strike me as the best sandwich spot, but I do not want to give three stars considering that lots of people highly rated this place. A few things to mention: 1) sandwiches are quite big. I think one sandwich is good enough for two. 2) the do not have hot subs. Everything is cold. 3) there is no restroom. I ordered the New York sub and it was no different than the sandwiches that I prepare myself at home. 💁🏻‍♂️

Hands down THE best Italian sandwich in NYC. Emmanuel and Pietro are super kind, and experts preparing traditional Sicilian sandwiches with the best ingredients and the freshest bread in New York. They don’t play around with the prosciutto, they stack it on! Number 2, the Napoli, is our favorite. And when I say the sandwiches are amazing, I mean it. They also have tasty beverages imported from Italy to complement your order. Support this local biz and it may be your favorite new spot.

This is absolutely a must stop if you visit New York. Robert De Niro has pics signed on the wall and claims its his favorite deli in NY. He wasn't lying one bit. Freshest and best tasting meats and cheeses ever in my life, 💯. Enjoy whatever but I had roasted chicken with provolone and tomatoes with lettuce. Wonderbarrrr! Plz dont sleep on this oasis for the taste buds! Thank you all. 👍

This is a small sandwich shop primarily geared for pick up. They may look pricy but their portions are enormous; easily enough for 2 meals! The staff are prompt and friendly, and they explain any options you have questions about. Speaking of options, their selection of breads as the base of your sandwich is nothing to scoff at. The fillings themselves have quality that you can taste, and you can watch them assemble it as well. The store interior is filled with photos and eye-catching bits from pictures of Italy to celebrities. They even have some sandwiches named after said celebrities that came to order. Very fun shop

"There's no place like home." Just visited this incredible place; we felt so welcomed. Giuseppe was amazing, polite, and so professional explaining the options for the panini. We chose three different panini, and trust me, with one panini you can feed two people—massive, generously filled. Definitely we will come back..

This was potentially the best sandwich I've had in my life, the flavours and textures combined so well. The New York was just the right level of spice. I recommend giving this a try if you're in the neighbour

Amazing Panini. Great value for the cost. The sandwiches are huge and so tasty it's hard not to eat too much of it at one time. Service is also very friendly and fast.

Pisillo might be the closest you’ll get to Italy without crossing the Atlantic. The staff chats in Italian, the deli vibes are charmingly loud and proud, and the sandwiches? Absolutely massive—roughly the size of your forearm, no exaggeration. The dried tomato, the semolina bread, the cheese—each ingredient lands with clarity and purpose, fresh and composed like a well-rehearsed aria. Highly recommended!

Okay, so yeah $20 for a sub is kinda crazy, but you figure it's NYC and 2025 so what the hell, but these sandwiches are freaking ginormous. Like it prob weighed 5 pounds and I'm not even joking. Half a sammy will fill you up for most of the day. This provided two days of delish classic NYC deli food... I'm glad I don't live nearby because I'd legit be tempted by this behemoth on the daily. I got the Pisillo Panini by the way, but I'm super confident you couldn't go wrong with anything on the menu. Just bring friends and split one...it's all you need!

I love picking up a sandwich, cut into quarters, for my flight home whenever I am in NYC. The sandwiches are fresh, flavorful and huge. It's actually embarrassing to open on the flight since it is so big. I like #26. The cons are a small CC surcharges and they charge for all bread selections except for the basic white or wheat.

I'm mad I stopped in here on my trip because I'm going to be thinking about this sandwich every day for the rest of my life. I will warn you, the sandwich was a little pricey BUT it was HUGE. I literally ate it for lunch the next day and the day after that.

The sandwiches were fresh and HUGE. I was wanting a good Italian sandwich and this no doubt hit the spot!!

After having lunch at the financial district Pisillo's, we decided we would get our dinner at the Midtown one. We ordered two sandwiches to go, and they were made quick and looked exactly like what we had for lunch. This store is about the same size inside and the decor is exactly the same. I liked that the articles on the walls were the same too. The store takes credit card and cash, so that was nice but we used cash again. Sandwiches were made in minutes. Ate half on the train home and I will be dreaming about this seeded bread for weeks! Definitely a must when visiting the city.

Oh boy! This sandwich is so huge it's not cut into half but served cut into quarters. That being said- it was packed full of all promised ingredients (Italian meats, cheeses, toppings). Service was so friendly and authentic (heard them speaking Italian). I ordered the 26 on Seminole and it was so good! The amount of balsamic was perfect (I could taste it well enough but it didn't cause the sandwich to be soggy). The prices listed online were about $1-2 cheaper than what the sandwich actually costs when purchased in person.

Great sandwich spot! Located in a little shop on 38th off 6th Ave. it gets busy so def recommend getting there before lunch time (12pm) so avoid a long wait. I came at 1250pm on a Thursday. The guy at the counter promised me a sandwich made in two mins. I was paid and out of the door by 12:53pm! Large portions! One sandwich can feed you and others well. Fresh product's and tasty sandwiches. A lot of these types of sandwich spots only take card but Pisillo takes credit card! Super helpful.

Amazing sandwiches that are literally SO HUGE. I swear these will last you for 2 meals - and I can eat a lot! I love the semolina baguette and the option to add truffle oil to the sandwiches. The mozzarella is super fresh and so are the meats. #26 is awesome. We love ordering from here!

Pisillo's sandwiches are legit GIANTS--behemoths that'll leave you full with just half (trust!). Worth every penny for authentic Italian vibes and fresh ingredients. This is a dope Midtown lunch spot for when you want *real* flavor and a sandwich to last two meals. If you crave the big-boy lunch deal, Pisillo earns the Danny seal of approval--5 stars all the way!

Pleasantly surprised that they had a location near the office but unfortunately it's not as good as I remember. Service is quick enough. Ambience is minimal but there might be enough space if you really need to chow down here. Used to patronize the downtown location so I rallied the office team to hit the new midtown location for lunch. My Pisillo sandwich was richer than I remember and not as satisfying. Still, it was a hit with my teammates so it's been added to the lunch rotation which means I'll be back to try something else. The sandwiches are still comically large, stuffed with meats sliced to order. I'd recommend sharing.

My son treated us to these sandwiches last week! He brought them home from the Times Square location. They were no doubt some of the best sandwiches we have tried. Fantastic! The tuna, the prosciutto , the chicken all were terrific! Def recommend !

It wouldn't be a legitimate trip to New York without grabbing a huge delicious sandwich from Pisillo Italian Panini in Chelsea! Freshly sliced meats and cheeses on freshly baked breads! Nothing in California compares to this establishment! Taking a number twenty six along for the action at the U.S. Open!

A true hidden gem authentic Italian sub shop. Skip Al Antico Viano and go here to get a classic Roma Panini on the sesame roll. These sandwiches are HUGE and inexpensive as well

Faint sandwich just like you would get in Italy. If your with a date, splitting a sandwich would be a great idea... Take it to go at Bryant park just steps away. Service was authentic and excellent

Italian sandwiches made with all imported ingredients anyone? I stopped by for lunch during a biz trip and ordered the combo meat special. After a brief wait, I picked up my order and ate at the counter. The place is small and they've got the music turned up. The sandwich was gigantic and enough for two lunches-- next time I would split one with a friend. From the bread to the cold cuts to the veggies and cheese -- this is one of the best subs/hoagies I've eaten. The only knock is that they charged an extra $2.50 (on a $17 sandwich) for banana peppers without telling me while ordering.

Oh my GAWD!!!! Im still talkin about my Pisillo, pesto chips and orange drink! Ive always wanted to have an authentic NY Deli sandwich iiiiiin NY and Pisillo did NOT disappoint. The people were super nice, understanding and accommodating with a unique deli vibe. Yes, i was happy

Small deli shop with fresh ingredients. The pricing isn't bad given that each sandwich makes two meals. Again, quality ingredients makes it worth. Italian paninis were the perfect choice for lunch this past Sunday. There was a big group of us after Sunday Service, so we all paired up and ordered a panini to share. Madison Square Park is a great place to enjoy them. 26 PISILLO - 16.90 +1.25 for ciabatta bread, which is very worth. The powdered and rustic texture was delicious and the bread was chewy and fresh. Lots of meat that were well seasoned (don't really know meat types well, but it was good, lol). The mozzarella was fresh and had a nice spongy/cloud-like texture, but not much flavor (as expected, but was hoping it would be enhanced by the balsamic dressing. I'm not normally an arugula fan, but it worked well for this panini. Highly recommend! The panini was good, but not something I'd rave about for hours after. It did its job with fresh ingredients, quality and quantity. You'll be satisfied and filled (hopefully).

If you are looking to get a good Italian sandwich in the city, this should be at the top of your list. Truly some of the freshest ingredients make up these delicious combinations. The sandwiches are massive and worth every penny. Not incredibly expensive for a sandwich as big and fresh as this one. There are several options to pick from, and you can't go wrong. There's seating although crammed but it's a short walk from the Flatiron building where you can sit outside Madison Park. I got the number 11 Bari Panini: salami, olive paste, sun dried tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella on a ciabatta roll: 11/10 This sandwich was so incredible. It's massive but you can still fit everything in your mouth at once to get all the flavors. The sun dried tomatoes didn't taste too oily and even tasted fresh. From the salami to the fresh mozzarella to the olive paste... chefs kiss! The ciabatta bread was good too. A little hard on the edges but softer as you got to the middle. Number 13 Cagliari Panini: sopresata, hot spread, artichokes, and provolone on a focaccia: 8.5/10 I love how soft the focaccia bread was! The artichokes added an incredible flavor and mixed up the texture. Plenty of meat and the provolone was was pungent. I liked this sandwich but the hot spread wasn't my favorite and wasn't hot enough, and I think the fresh mozzarella is the way to go. Sandwiches came out fast and delicious! I can't stop thinking about how I need to go back immediately!

One of the best sandwiches I have ever eaten! I tried Pisillo panini it was delicious, one sandwich can fill two hungry adults! They are biiiig. Delicious, highly recommend it

I read other Yelp reviews and decided to try this place out. I ordered the #14, and it is probably the best sandwiche I've ever had in my life. Ingredients were fresh and delicious. I wish I found this place sooner in my trip because I would've eaten here every day. Also, it as just a great experience because of the guys working there. I was greeted when I walked in and told that if I had and any questions, please just ask. There were three young guys working, and they were all very friendly. It was very refreshing to see great customer service again when it's been so hard to find. I can't wait for my next trip to the City so that I can go back to Pisillo!

Really great sandwiches, extremely high price point. The worker was super helpful with answering our questions. For two sandwiches and a small tip, it was almost $50. The sandwiches were large but I would rather have a smaller sandwich that I can finish in one sitting for a better price point. Because after saving it for later, it was a little soggy and not great for leftovers.

OMG. This place is next level legitness. You need to stop by and check them out. Authentic Italian sandwiches, with real delicious ingredients straight from the mother land. Seriously, this was my favorite meal throughout my entire trip to NYC. Glad I did some research and stumbled upon this place on Yelp. I got the Palermo and those peppers.. I need them in my life; going to go online and search for them. The sandwich was ready fast and fresh. The ciabatta baguette was amazing. Best sandwich I've ever had in my life. Highly recommend. They have Italian chips, loved those too.

It doesn't get much better than this. These guys know how to make a great sandwich. Super fresh breads with many options - I had the Napoli on a ciabatta and savored every bite of this huge sandwich. You could share one between 2 people. Also, cash only!

Small Sandwich shop that has amazing and huge sandwiches. Some co workers took me here for lunch. It's a small shop but they have a few counter seats available. Decent amount of choices for sandwiches and it was hard to decide. The sandwiches are huge haha. I actually split one with a co worker. Amazing prices for what you get. The sandwiche was delicious too.

this is a solid sandwich - did it change my life? no. but it cured the craving so four stars it is the food: i got the spiciest sandwich they had, #18 i believe. they PACK it in with hot peppers and it's so good - my only thing is i dont love the bread they use. not that fresh and just sitting out. the service: super quick and friendly the vibe: it's fine, super casual quick to go spot

While scouring Yelp looking for lunch while shopping at Macy's we agreed to go to Pisillo. I had the L'aquila and my wife had the Capri. My wife claimed it was one of the best sandwiches she ever had. For me it was the best sandwich I ever had. And I am 69. If you want a good sandwich go elsewhere. If you want the best sandwich, there is no better place than Pisillo's. We brought leftovers for lunch the next day but could not wait so had them for breakfast.

If you want a sandwich that will feed you for a couple of days or split between 2-3 people this is your sandwich place. The sandwiches are about 2 feet long (61cm), with fresh ingredients and they pack them really well! The menu is simple and service quick, so you can be in and out fast or stay to eat there. They don't have a public restroom though so just a heads up. They accept cards, contactless pay, and cash, or order ahead apps.

Sandwiches where good and HUGE easily 2-3 meals and wish that had been made more clear when we ordered. Nothing mind mowing but all fresh and good quality ingredients. Meat and cheese cut fresh and prepped quickly. If you co wider a sandwich is enough for 2-3 meals... it's a good value as well.

Walk in/take out place for a great authentic Italian sandwich. Had the porchetta special and it was a treat. No frills, just good food. One sandwich can feed three.

I have heard the legend of this place for years. They have a place downtown that I think was the original and now there is one in midtown. It is a small shop but have all sorts of items. $20 a sandwich so be prepared for that. Went with the roma which had porchetta, roasted peppers, mozzarella, and arugula. The semolina bread was the best part but the sandwich needed acidity... vinegar would have made it better. I am also not the biggest fan of porchetta served cold. As the sign says no refunds once you walk out so enjoy! I did enjoy it overall and it is a big sandwich that could easily feed 2. Cool spot.

Amazing sandwitch, me my wife stopped and had lunch, we couldn't finish and took the rest to Lisbon as we were on transit , so we had second day lunch

classic sandwiches that don't skimp on flavor or portion paid around $20 for this sandwich and i'm saving the other half for dinner cause it's so big simple ingredients but so flavorful but to be expected of italian sandwiches great filling to bread ratio too small storefront so expect to grab and go workers are friendly

Fantastici! Come hungry to this Italian sandwiches Mecca, with over 30 choices and welcoming people serving you. I got the Roma (with porchetta) and my daughter got one with coppa and smoked mozzarella. They were HUGE... enough for lunch and dinner! I love that they have several types of Italian bread to choose from. Really an awesome place. You won't regret coming here. I only wish they closed later than 6pm.

Great Italian hoagie spot with one caveat. Pisillo makes a great sandwich. Where else are you going to find fresh sliced porchetta, sliced and rolled hoagie-style onto a crisp, fresh ciabatta roll? I mean, these ingredients are first class. And the sandwiches are RICH. A single is plenty for two people. The caveat? While the menu is long, it's mostly variations on a few ingredients: porchetta (tender, mild, and herbal), prosciutto (intense and a bit salty), arugula (crisp, fresh, and peppery), roasted peppers, mild mozzarella, and tangy provolone, plus some Italian hams. There are several bread choices. The ciabatta roll is outstanding. Notice I didn't mention lettuce, tomato, onions, dressing. Maybe they have them on request, but I didn't see them on the menu.

Visited this restaurant on a Sunday noon with my friends! The restaurant was pretty busy when we were there. Luckily we were able to find tables that opened up after we ordered. There was a pretty long line in the restaurant after we ordered. The restaurant itself is pretty small, with just enough space for a line and a few tall round tables with chairs. Out of the sandwiches we ordered (a couple of the most popular ones, not pictured) our favourite was the New York Panini (pictured). The panini was juicy and not too salty like some of the other sandwich meats. I really like the hot peppers, as I think it really brought out the flavors of the sandwich and tasted great with the less flavorful chicken and cheese.

This place is awesome. Hoboken-native here so I know good delis. I keep going back - ham fresh mutz arugula tomatoes w/ lemon dressing is my go to. If in doubts stop in, you'll be glad you did.

Cute sandwich shop with HUGE sandwiches. My BF and I split one and we barely made a dent. Sandwich was tasty. highly recommend.

Food: Got the POMPEI hands down the best sandwich I've had! So scrumptious that I almost forgot to take a picture! Sharable (you probably won't want to tho)!! Service: Fast, friendly and helpful! Ambiance: authentic, smells like fresh baked bread. **Go before the lunch hour rush! There was no line when I got there in less then 3 mins the line was out the door!! If I go back to NY I'll definitely be stoppin by again!

Amazing sandwich! I ordered #31, the montesarchio. The best prosciutto, barely any fat. There are so many sandwiches to choose from it's a bit overwhelming so much so I ordered a sandwich with red peppers when I wanted something with sun dried tomatoes instead. Most sandwiches are $16.50. Mine came to over $19 because I chose semolina bread, which costs extra. Prices were higher in store than on their menu online. The sandwiches are HUGE. Definitely not for one person! When I put it in my bag to take home I felt the extra weight. They're conveniently located in midtown between Times Square and Herald Square; this will make it easy to revisit.

Small to-go italian sandwich shop with HUGE portions and fresh ingredients. Bring a friend to share with and don't ask them to toast it.

Great sammiches made with high quality ingredients and solid value--but be warned: each sandwich is enough to feed 2-3 people

Amazing! Best sandwich we have had. Super big we shared it, sat in the window seat and enjoy the day in the city!

Pisillo is a new restaurant serving higher-end Italian sandwiches. The menu is long, as it should be, and I've gotten to try several of the options: the Napoli, the Palermo, the Cagliari. Ingredients are fresh, construction is excellent, and the portions are large. I have split a sandwich with my girlfriend before and it was enough for both of us, but people with hefty appetites will want the full thing. Whether you want prosciutto or salami, oil and vinegar or pimento spread, arugula or roasted red peppers, there is a sandwich with your name on it. Though I have yet to visit in person, delivery service has been good to me. In a sandwich landscape saturated with overpriced and lackluster subs, Pisillo is the real deal. As this is their second location, I remain hopeful for further expansion.

This place is legit. Period. It was honestly a lucky mistake as my hotel was a block away. The place is tiny but it is certainly mighty. The service is rapid fire and efficient and as other reviews have mentioned the hoagie is absolutely massive so come hungry. The menu is absolutely massive with over 35 options for hoagies so you will be able to find the choice for you. The quality of the ingredients are just top notch. They freshly slice all the meats right on the spot and the bread choices are absolutely phenomenal. I ordered the Palermo and it was just honestly mouthwateringly delicious. The " spicy" ones that are noted certainly do pack a punch so come prepared if you order a spicy one. I know people may balk at the price but its honestly hefty... so come.. enjoy the hoagies... absolutely delicious, top notch ingredients, and just complete satisfaction.

Got the Trieste on semolina bread and it was so, so tasty. That bread! The mozzarella with prosciutto and balsamic is everything you want in the panini. And they give you so many slabs of prosciutto that you can tuck some aside for your dog's dinner. 5 stars!!!!

Massive sandwich. Imagine my surprise when the Palermo with ciabatta I ordered was the length of my arm from elbow to mid palm. I ate half. It was good but way too many hot peppers. I like spicy food but this wasn't balanced. By the end it just tasted like eating a bowl of pickled jalapeños. I ate the second half the next day and scraped out most of the peppers and it was much better.

Fresh and amazing Italian sandwiches! Service was quick and effective. Ambiance had a classic vibe and fit for Manhattan. Great spot!

I'm a big fan of this place and their sandwiches. I love how authentic it feels and the way that they slice the meat as the sandwiches get ordered. Service is always good and they're always in a good mood when I come by. The place itself is small with little seating inside but it isn't hard to choose takeout if there's no room. They have a wide variety of breads to choose from and their sandwiches are usually huge. I like their focaccia bread but this most recent time they ran out so I ended up picking another bread. I got the trieste which had prosciutto with buffalo mozzarella and balsamic with arugula. I only ate half in one sitting because it was too much food for me so I saved the rest for another meal. I'd gladly be coming back next time I'm in NY.

Food: this is a very solid lunch choice for anyone in the area. The portions are HUGE so try to share one if you can. One sandwich lasted me for three meals. I got the New York and it was delicious. Very high quality ingredients (claimed to all be from Italy). I will be going back again. Service: counter service with very nice people. Don't expect quick attention to you with all that is going on but, once your order is in, the food will come out quick. Ambiance: small interior with little room to sit. Also fairly busy during the lunch crowd so expect to take away. I didn't ask for any suggestions but they all had an Italian accent, adding to the ambiance.