Arthur Avenue Retail Market

A wonderful place, it combines many small shops, you can eat delicious food or drinks, the whole place is in the Italian style, and actually the whole area is called Little Italy, the place also has one of the most important markets for rolling and manufacturing cigars by hand, you must visit the place and enjoy the atmosphere

Arthur Market is a true neighborhood treasure, blending authentic Italian flavor with a lively, old-world atmosphere. The selection is fantastic—juicy Italian sausages, all kinds of meats, buckets of flavorful olives, and some of the freshest fruits and vegetables you’ll find anywhere. Their pizza is made fresh and full of flavor, perfect for a quick bite while you shop. There’s also a little bar and café inside where you can enjoy a glass of wine, a cappuccino, or just take in the vibe of the place. It’s warm, welcoming, and full of character. One of the most unique touches? The cigar shop, where you can actually watch cigars being hand-rolled right in front of you. It’s a rare sight and adds even more charm to an already special spot. Arthur Market is more than just a place to shop—it’s an experience. If you’re in the area, it’s absolutely worth a visit.

Definitely can spend a few hours here. Small quaint market in the middle of Arthur Ave. There is a fresh produce market, a few bars, a few sit down restaurants serving great Italian food. Tons of cured meat, cheese and pasta. There is also a butcher shop. Great wine selection and a handmade cigar bar.

Beautiful farmers market that feels like you transport to the middle east or something. It is a bit small, but they have fresh fruits and vegetables, beer, ice cream, and more here.

Great place to visit for the day.

A REAL butcher shop. Customer service was top shelf. I was looking for slab bacon.The butcher showed me the slab, & the slice thickness. Good service doesn't happen anymore. This guy cared about me & my bacon. I purchased 2lbs of the best looking slab bacon.

Cool vibe although loud blasting music was over the top and not needed, prefer to have lower volume so i could chat with the people but whatever kids run the little bar you get kid setting

We were visiting from OK and were so excited to get to see what people were calling "The real Little Italy". The market is pretty cool - lots of fresh vegetables, along with deli items, cured meats, pasta, cheeses, and more all direct from Italy. There were great italian lunch options and a place where people were hand rolling cigars. I so wish we were staying long enough to buy some produce!

This is a market that is divide into smaller shops. You have men making cigars. You can buy your meats. The best place to find the best veal scallopini. Great prosciutto. You also have eatery. You can buy you fruits and vegetables. This is a part of Little Italy of the Bronx.

Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia spear-headed this market, one of the first in NYC. It is kind of covered Italian bazaar that brings together under one roof all the shopping also found on nearby streets, from sausage makers to bread bakers, cafe's to florists. The variety is truly staggering - all told some nine restaurants, five pastry shops, four butchers, two pasta-makers, six bread stores, three pork stores, five gourmet delicatessens, two fish markets, three gourmet coffee shops and one gourmet Italian wine shop - to list only the food category. And then there are the gift and house ware shops. Shopping here is a year-round event, and always seems to be very busy and great for people watching. The bathrooms were just renovated, the first time in my lifetime. The rest of the food hall has remained the same for the years.

If you're going to visit the Bronx's Little Italy to eat out, the second thing you should do for a full experience is to visit this place. This is an indoor produce market that sells many items that have been imported from Italy. You will find a large variety of meats, cheeses, pasta, and much more. This market is not a fancy one like Eataly or anything like that. It is more of a working class produce market, which makes it more authentic. Even if you are not in the mood to buy anything, walking through here is worth the experience.

Despite Covid it's still The place to find hard to find imported groceries, excellent meats, vegetables, and Mike's deli. It has changed over the years, but all the regular vendors are still there.

One of the most entertaining spots on Arthur Ave. watched cigar rolling while finding the best tasting fruit and vegetables. Then found myself way in the back of the store for the best freshly made pasta. Watching people's faces to see how happy they were to find fresh meats, coffee, pastry and much much more. I could have stayed there all day!

Been here a few times. It's just an awesome place amongst an awesome neighborhood. It's such a great escape from the modern big box store kind of shopping. You have everything you could want in here, but with a great, old world, neighborhood vibe. And there's a bar. What's not to love?

I'm so glad to see everything back to normal after the pandemic. I stopped by for olive spread but ended up looking at the produce and found this item. The puntarelle is a form of chicory, almost like radicchio, and it's naturally a little bitter. The chicory family has inulin, which is good prebiotic and helps with sugar control (inulin, insulin, two completely different things if you're researching. The chicory has inulin. Regardless, it's supposed to help reduce insulin resistance). I've never even seen this vegetable much less prepared it, so I had to google and here are my findings: You clean it up, trim the leafy and brown bits, julienne it, and soak it in ice water to get most of the bitterness out. Some variations will curl in the water, some won't. I guess traditionally there's a special cutter/mandoline to use, and believe me, I get it. It's difficult to julienne with a knife and I ended up losing patience and cutting some of it sideways like calamari. A traditional Roman preparation apparently uses sardines, but my cardiologist says no to these sort of things. I had to improvise. Follow my thought process: I don't know of any such thing as low sodium sardines. There's not really a fishy substitute that I could think of that would provide a contrast to the bitterness. I decided to put a French spin on it. I added finely sliced raw shallots, crushed walnuts, and little bits of brie (I'm a rind-on sort of person, I hope we can still be friends). I was thinking ripe pears, but they were not to be found, so I left them out. I found a vinaigrette with garlic and crushed olives that wasn't too high in sodium and set to work. The first go, the vinaigrette totally overwhelmed the taste, so for the second go I used the dressing very sparingly. FYI, I noticed that the soaking actually took away a lot of the bitterness. I drink chicory coffee every day, so to me, it wasn't bitter enough after soaking. I think if you like bitter, taste it as it is soaking. Overall, it was an interesting and healthy salad, something to try at least once. I'm sure there are many other ways to prepare it. I did some salmon croquettes to the side, using a no salt Cajun spice. Anarchy or genius, you decide. I would definitely make it a point to stop by the market. There are barrels of olives, pasta, sauce, you get the picture. Notably, the little coffee stand by the entrance had many sinfully sweet treats. There was something that was like a light pistachio cake that tasted amazing. Sounds about right to enjoy with a coffee. And you can cancel it out with the salad after. It's all about balance.

Fun, fresh, a little of everything. Much appreciated the bar in the middle! Only wish we'd been there when more of the stalls were open.

I've been coming here for over 6 years and today will be my final day. I will probably return to the restaurants. But the food stores? No how, NO WAY! The people that work here, and at most of the businesses on Arthur Avenue are all ignorant, homophobic, and mean. I'm a normal-looking, respectful professional gay man, I've tried to be nice, but the men, who I've dealt with repeatedly, act as if they've never seen me and the women come onto me. They all act as if they just got off of the boat from whatever country their ancestors immigrated to hundreds of years ago. Are they that dumb? I'm DONE, buh-by Arthur Avenue, and go F$%^ yourself!

Except for the state of Al Capone, one of the three guys at Mike's Deli and the guy at the fruit stand, I did not see one person behind the counter of any stall wearing their masks properly with some not wearing masks at all. I don't know who needs to hear this, but if you were not wearing your mask covering your nose and mouth at all times, you're not doing it right. It was so off-putting that I made a quick deli purchase and got out of there, even though I wanted to buy more stuff. Do not recommend during COVID. Wheelchair access: wheelchair accessible from the street, no steps.

There is a lot of hype about the retail market on Arthur Ave and rightfully so. They have a few different vendors in here and all of it looks good. They were even making homemade cigars which seemed like a tough process. They have dessert shops and gelato places. They also have Mike's Deli which has all sorts of great stuff. If you want groceries they also have that including specialty cheeses and other italian goodies. It isn't a big place so you can hit a few different spots in one trip. Mike's Deli is a must try! What a cool part of Arthur Ave and definitely a place you want to check out!

This is a general overview of the whole market and not each of the shops. This is a flagship food hall and market in the middle of the Little Italy section of the Bronx. It has a little of everything: a Gelatoroa, a bakery with fresh cannoki, a produce market, a full bar and cigar shop with fresh cigars rolled on-site. It's not fancy at all, but it is a must stop if you venture into this area of the Bronx.

I've been to Arthur Ave countless times. I grew up a few miles away from the strip so my family would always (and still always) shop there for all of our Italian needs. The Retail Market however is something I seldom venture into, mainly because I do most of my shopping at the neighboring businesses. Some of my college friends were visiting from out of town so after eating lunch at a nearby restaurant I decided to take them inside the market to show them around. The Market is pretty expansive - there are a number of vendors and the space itself stretches across the block out to Crescent Ave; there's actually another entrance on the other side - similar to Chelsea Market's setup. For me, the most unique spot in the market is the cigar shop, where the can roll cigars for you while you watch. Besides that, there are places to get sandwiches, meats, cheese, desserts, produce, and souvenirs. Even though this might be the most touristy part of Arthur Ave, it's definitely worth stopping in and exploring - even if you're not looking to buy anything. Take the time to pick up a little something and absorb the aesthetics.

Two days before I was at the Arthur Avenue Market I was at the recently relocated Essex Market. I though the Arthur Avenue Market was SO MUCH BETTER! It's the original building. It feels like people have had their businesses in here for several generations even if they haven't. It's not huge but there's an ample selection of groceries and places to eat. The cigar business when you walk in really catches your eye but, in my opinion, some of the real finds are in the very back of the market. I can't wait to come back here. To me this place felt like a vital part of this neighborhood in the Bronx.

I rankle at restaurant or food reviews that start off something like this: "I'm from (name of country) and (the place being reviewed) isn't authentic." It rankles because the reviewer's accident of birth and genetics DOES NOT give that person more credibility when judging authenticity than, say, someone skilled at creating traditional authentic food, or who is well travelled, or has a very discerning palate. The native claiming some sort of divine insight into authenticity might have had a lousy cook for a mom. Or maybe they don't cook at all. Or maybe they just don't know how to judge food objectively -- and instead use their subjective food knowledge as a barometer of authenticity. In short, being Italian or from Italy does not -- ipso facto -- make someone an expert judge of authentic Italian cuisine. It also bugs me when reviewers slam a business or a neighborhood as "touristy" -- implying thereby that the food or service sucks. Another misnomer IMO. The "touristy" label better fits neighborhoods like Times Square and it's franchise food scene. I kinda miss the sketchy vibe of 42d Street from the 70's -- the dive bars and the flesh trade that made the experience a bit edgy and exciting. By contrast, most of Italy these days is inundated with tourists from all over the world. It's counterintuitive to argue that this fact alone makes Italian food in Italy inauthentic or lousy. It's authentic enough -- just impossibly crowded in places like Florence, Napoli and Rome. That said, this old school market on Arthur Avenue and especially Mike's Deli is a nostalgic throwback to the 1950's, when such Italian markets were abundant in various NYC Italian neighborhoods -- like Bensonhurst and lower Manhattan. It smells, looks and eats as it always has -- and in that sense -- it is an authentic time capsule that preserves a vibrant cultural NY tradition. Today we bought authentic Italian Prosciutto di Parma at Mike's. It is off the charts and melt in your mouth delicious!Pete -- one of the cured meat experts -- explained how the authentic imported prosciutto leg is branded -- a useful tip to distinguish the real Italian Parma deal from domestic, Canadian or lesser quality Italian versions. Sure. It was $26 bucks a pound -- and for my money -- worth every penny. The imported Dutch cheese we bought (Prima Donna Maturo) was a perfect marriage of Gouda and parmigiana in flavor with a softer texture. Bomb. The burrata is as good or better than any I've ever eaten. The internet and social media make every nook and cranny of NYC available to every tourist willing to make the effort to explore. And that's what tourists do in NYC and worldwide really. If that traffic helps keep traditional experiences alive in traditional neighborhoods in NYC, then I see it as a good thing. In short, Mike's and the entire market in which this deli sits is authentic Americana, expressed through the lens of our immigrant history. You can watch some more recent immigrants roll cigars, grab a drink at the bar and purchase some pretty good looking meat and produce. Arthur Avenue is possibly the last true Italian ethnic enclave in NYC (Staten Island has some dibs there too -- as does Brooklyn). The fact that Arthur Avenue is surrounded by a kaleidoscope of many ethnic Bronx neighborhoods with many different cultures living side by side means a few blocks in most any direction gives you different and exciting ethnic eats -- all walking distance and invigorating. Reminds me of Dundas Street in Toronto in that way. Don't buy into the high brow Yelp reviews by the so called ethnics in the know. Check it out along with the rest of the Tremont neighborhood. Well worth the trip. Top Tip: Make your pilgrimage during a weekday if you can. More parking availability and you will avoid the weekend press of crowds -- which can understandably chill the vibe a bit.

I've been shopping here over 30 years and there has been very few changes. It does attract tourists so be cautious of the hours you shop. Recently? Enzos from across the street opened a focacceria here in the back left corner. They are also selling frozen meals to go. The Pizza maker was very informative and let me try the Fresh Freselle. Not something you will ever find for sale. This wasn't finished being sliced and toasted in the oven. Anyway I see a few changes there's outside dining and ice cream/hamburger/Italian ice spot. Mikes deli busy as always. And it's in the best neighborhood for shopping in the Bronx.

Wow! What a fabulous Italian market. Meats, cheeses, olives, oils, etc! Everything is super fresh. So many different things to choose from and very reasonably priced. You can even sample a piece of cheese or meat before you buy. Bathrooms are located upstairs! The smell in here is amazing. It's also conveniently located right near municipal parking! Parking is 25 cents per 15 mins.

What a disappointment. I'm Italian, born and raised, and was expecting more authenticity. It's very commercial, touristic, crowded (weekend), overpriced, underwhelming n disappointing. I wanted to love this place!!! :-( Their gelato sucked. Please, don't even call it gelato. Mike's deli: the capocollo sandwich had too many hot peppers, and the porchetta sandwich wasn't even real porchetta. Also, the place is expensive, considering the location. The Bronx Beer Hall is a cool place w market athmosphere, but sadly only 2 beers available... definitely not impressive. Their half pint containers smelled like bleach. The beef liver sausage was pretty good, but it was quite small. Good place to buy special cuts of meats, but other than that, not worth the price.

Walking into the Arthur Avenue Market is like time traveling back to the past. If you've ever watched the flashback scenes in the Godfather part II with Robert De Niro playing young Vito Corleone in Little Italy, I'd say this market offers the closest you can still get today anywhere in five boroughs of New York City to feel like you're walking into a a scene from that movie. There's just all these different old-school Italian food vendors - selling different kinds of meat, cheese, fruit & vegetables, rice, noodles, pizza, pastries, and all kinds of other stuff. There's an old-school cigar shop. There's also now a bar. I usually get a sandwich from Mike's Deli, and it always tastes delicious (although the prices are slightly higher than I would have expected). No matter what kind of food you like, there will be something here to satisfy your stomach. But coming here is about more than just enjoying the taste of the food. It's about seeing this place and feeling like you're stepping back in time.

Did not buy anything but it is a marketplace where you can definitely find fresh products and with a great atmosphere.

This market will not disappoint you. Here you'll find fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, butchers and a selection of olive oils that will have you in olive oil heaven. This is a must visit for all who visit New York and also for New Yorkers who don't get out enough. They've even got a cigar shop that hand rolls cigars while you watch.

Definitely a great place to visit, shop, hang out, eat etc. There is a cool bar inside of the market, as well as a cigar shop where you can see cigars being made on site. (That was pretty cool). Definitely worth the trek up to the Bronx. i definitely prefer the Little Italy in the Bronx over the one in Lower Manhattan. My one suggestion is to NOT use the bathrooms here!! I actually would've given this market less "stars" because of how disgusting the bathrooms were. I didn't even bother trying to use the bathroom once I saw how disgusting they were--I almost got sick in there. I was going to have a drink at the bar, but once I saw the bathrooms, I was so grossed out, I went to another place nearby. Just putting this out there, because it's worth it to know especially if you plan on visiting this market with children or the elderly.... Other than that, and above all, the market is a cool place to visit. Just use the bathroom beforehand or hold it until you move on to another place. Thank me later : )

Where to begin.. I was introduced years ago to Arthur Ave Market, long before I moved to NJ from CA. I try to be a one stop shop gal - for the main reason is that I really try to buy what I want for the week, rather than, shop for two weeks or a month in one day- nothing stays fresh and its a waste of money. So, my taking a "road trip" to Arthur Ave during the week is far easier than on the weekend when parking is a B****. Whats the on the menu? plenty of meat, fresh veg, fruit I feel like it and of course cheese. I happily get the sweets on the way out and I wish I had more arms to carry, but that's what keeps me grounded. I have bought cigars from the guys up front my husband loves them. Olives for my Mini-Me. There is a large variety of everything and if at all possible I bring my BFF Tammy Ann if she is available to help me spend that money, try out new foods and spend a great day together, she makes shopping for even the smallest thing so much fun! and of course she's loud, she's from the Bronx Baby!!

This is a wonderful Italian market with everything you could want all under one roof. Yes, it does get crowded on the weekend, but it's still a fun place to visit and is a must-see on Arthur Avenue. Looking for find imported foods, fresh meats, cheeses, or produce? You can find it here. Need to grab a quick bite to eat for lunch? No problem. Want to pick up some cigars? They've got them. Something sweet? Try the gelato or cannoli. Yes, it is commercial and touristy, but that doesn't mean that it's not a fun place to visit.

I went to the meat market yesterday where I witnessed a terrible racist attack on one of the costumers. The man behind the counter who looked like he was in his 50's made it very clear she wasn't welcomed there because she was brown. I was beyond shock and disgusted. Made it very clear if your not white and Italian do not come here. I'm so upset. I loved coming there until yesterday.

Nifty market to score some fresh produce, Italian style meats and deli items, hand rolled cigars, etc, or have a few beers with a freshly made personal pizza. Walking in you hit the open air cigar shop and watch stogies made the old fashioned hand rolled way. It's an art form that is dying out nowadays. Wandering through the aisles there is an assortment of Italian deli, pastries, pasta, butcher, pizza joint, cheeses, olives, great looking produce and other merchandise. Best part of this market is the Bronx Beer Hall where you can saunter up to the bar and sip away at a mason jar full of tasty brew. Or, take a seat at one of the tables and order a personal pizza. Feast away with the sounds of 80's freestyle and old hip hop hits playing over the speakers. A real Bronx vibe here. Sure, it's a touristy kind of spot, but one that I enjoyed and worth another visit when up in Da Bronx.

I've been coming here since I moved to the Bronx and it's a nice place to buy produce, meats and other Italian products but they do not comply at all with CDC regulations and some workers in the produce section who handle vegetables don't wear masks at all. As if that's not enough, I could not find one bottle or dispenser of hand sanitizer for public use. I was going to shop longer but I bought my broccoli rabe and left as soon as I could. It's hard to support a business that doesn't care about it's community or customers. C'mon, man !

A great place to visit , hang out , and get the things you need . Everyone is so friendly here . Looking forward to becoming a regular here .

You don't come here for ambiance, this is ALL about Italian food! Originally created by former Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia to take all of the cart vendors off the street (remember those? NY used to have them), this is the heart of the Belmont. There's plenty of places to explore, from cigar rollers, to butchers, to delis, and so on. You can easily spend a full day shopping here and in the surrounding Arthur Ave area if you wanted to. My favorite places are probably the cigar rollers and Cafe al Mercato, as I do most of my shopping outside of the market; however, I can't help but stop in every trip and grab something that looks good when walking around. Its just a magical place if you like Italian food!

My only regret is that I don;t live closer. I love shopping along Arthur Avenue and stocking up on produce and REAL Italian staples. Thankfully, we can still get alot of these foods in South Philly (some are just as good if not better - like Claudio's for fresh mozzarella, burratta and scamorza - the real deal). Just like on Arthur Ave! Miss you Arthur, Ave!

I like this place. Cute little market with a few vendors. Honestly the only reason to come here is for the produce. There are a ton of fruits and veggies to choose from and they are all extremely cheap, yet fresh. I needed garlic for a dish I was making and a pound was $2.99. I didn't need nearly that amount so my order came to $0.90. There are a couple of bakeries within but I feel as though there are better bakeries to explore in the Belmont area. There are two entrances so if you want to enter on one street and exit on another, you can. They also have an open air cigar shop where they are busy rolling cigars, which is pretty effin' cool especially in the middle of a market.

This is just an okay indoor market with mostly Italian specialties. I thought most everything was overpriced except for the meats, which looked lovely. If you need a whole rabbit or plucked poultry with the head on, this is the place for you. Otherwise, not worth a special trip.

If you're in the Bronx, and want to get you some smoked mozz, some real proshoot, a hand rolled cigar, pastry, even a whole rabbit, this is your one-stop shopping destination. This is where you'll find Peter's, which is just an awesome old-school butcher shop. I don't want to empty out my retirement account just yet, but I could if my freezer was big enough. Mike's is also a very good deli counter, where you can get meatballs, cold cuts, even a sandwich if you want to wait for one. The guys working the counter are saintly in their patience with some very flighty and picky customers. It can get crowded on a Saturday, no doubt, but the wait is worth it. There are big guys in track suits sipping espresso out of tiny cups here. Feels like home.

This is my favorite place on Arthur Avenue. When you first walk in their is a cigar stand with employees rolling fresh cigars right in front of you. As you walk around you'll notice there's a bar, a fresh pasta shop, a pizza place, a butcher, a bakery, and many more. Every Italian delicacy you can imagine is being sold with top quality here. The atmosphere is very communal and jovial. I highly suggest snooping out the little pizza joint in the back, they have a freezer in front in which they sell Frozen Limocellos. Holy cow they are delicious! Sit back at one of the little tables, dive in, and enjoy the chatter, the music, the smells, and overall the simple pleasures of life that we all too often rush over.

One of many places to visit on Arthur Avenue, I highly recommend stopping by to get fresh pastries, espresso, vegetables, meats, panini, canned goods, and anything else you might want or need. Everyone we met was very helpful and friendly even though we were clearly not Italian, and yes we were tourists. We can't wait to return!

Italian market with all sorts of groceries, produce, meats, baked goods, cheeses. There's a bar here too. You can also buy T-shirts with inscriptions like DA BRONX and FUGGETABOUTIT. Public restroom upstairs as well as additional seating for Mike's Deli where you can get a variety of delicious Italian specialties. There are a bunch of folks rolling fresh cigars in the front which I thought was a nice touch! Definitely a cool spot to check out. Metered parking lot across the street. Oh, and we came on a Saturday afternoon in the winter and it was not crowded.

Whether I'm bringing a tour group in to experience NYC's "real Little Italy" or just coming with friends, this is a slice of the city so few ever see. Being greeted with men rolling cigars, passing a deli selling "Brains," and ordering a specialty sandwich at Mike's Deli, this unique marketplace is a hit every time and often evokes the reply, "Why didn't I know anything about this place before?" It's as though you discovered a whole new world, circa 1940. Find time to discover this gem in the Belmont section of the Bronx. You'll be glad you did!

The Arthur Avenue Retail Market is a conglomerate of shops wedged into a fairly big venue right on Arthur Avenue. What you get here is really a mixed bag. Mike's Deli in the back is probably the best of the establishments, with their awesome sandwiches and cold cuts, and the vegetable stall has some good products and pricing. But others like the butcher, cigar maker, and pasticceria feel average, or worse, like filler. While it's definitely cool to have a place that emanates that old Little Italy of the Bronx vibe, the fact remains that this place is not all that useful in terms of a market.

Always take the drive from home to come here at least once a month. The market is full of small stands resembling the small markets in Italy. Everyone is beyond friendly and the food is always a hit. They also have a bar with so great beers in taps and wine if that's your thing . They have a cafe with pastries and coffee and a cigar booth. Take a pic with the king if u can.

This was one of our favorite places to visit in the Bronx on our recent trip to NYC. The huge barrels of olives, cheeses, etc. were cool to see and even better to try when we sat at the Brewery in the middle of the market and ordered paninis from one of the vendors within. Sights, sounds, flavors, it was all really neat inside. The Dominicans rolling cigars right inside the doors were great and provided a great souvenir to bring back for my father-in-law.

so daughter and i are always inside the arthur avenue retail market to buy fresh vegetables, this time we ate there. there is a mini bakery inside the market. if you are coming from arthur ave the entrance is there, that's where the bakery is, on the right side. so we decided to try to their slice cakes. we shared an oreo cookie cheesecake. price of the slice $5.47. we tasted the cake, it was good. they have coffee, hot chocolate, not many slices of cakes or pastry to chose from. but stop by there.

A bustling lovely indoor market in Arthur Avenue ,Little Italy,Bronx.If you looking for deli items from cheese to salami,you will find some of the best here .You can also pick up some delectable pastries.You can get fresh fruit ,vegetables,seafood and much more ,There is a beer hall in the centre of the market where you can sit and take in the atmosphere .You can pick up souvenirs as well like tee shirts or key rings but they are pricey (a plain tee shirt printed with Little Italy is $20) We picked up some fresh Italian bread ,salami and mozzarella,all absolutely delicious of course .You will enjoy walking around the market looking at the wares ,and sampling whats on sale .Worth a visit when in Little Italy

Years ago, like 50 years ago this was a great market, but not anymore! It was predominantly fresh fruits and veggies..Now its so commercial with sandwiches, restaurant sylye, cigars, t-shirts...what ever happened to the good ole market!!!!???? Those old timers really knew their stuff.. Sad change

I really loved this little gem of a place that reminded me of years gone by. Great items to purchase if you are a true NY a foodie and cook. I went during the week and it was slow but I hear the weekends are crowded. I look forward to bringing out of town guest on my next visit. A fun place to go.

Bring a market basket, a roll of toilet paper, and a hungry belly because you're gonna want to eat here! We visited during Ferragosta and were impressed with the authenticity of this charming market, it was like visiting Italy, only we were in da Bronx. Immediately inside you're greeted by the best selection of Italian pastry and baked goods, it's sensory overload. I had to try to Rum baba and wasn't disappointed, my daughter was equally in awe of her cannoli. My only regret is that we didn't bring any home for the road. Continuing thru the market we encountered the freshest produce, meats, olives, cheeses, flowers etc that one could find outside of Italy. The selection was large and there was an assortment of small vendors each carrying something different. In the middle of the market was a crowd of people and a guy on a microphone singing Italian songs, not sure if that's the norm but it was a pleasant experience and something quite unexpected. The bathrooms are located in the back, right hand side, and up the stairs. There's no signs and we were alerted to this by a vendor. The bathrooms are dirty, but unique with their turn of the century fixtures. Bring toilet paper as we never found them stocked. Because they are located up a narrow and steep stairway they're pretty much inaccessible to the elderly and handicapped. I'm not sure if there's another more accessible location nearby. We especially enjoyed watching the rolling of the handmade cigars and stayed several minutes watching in amazement as he took the most crumbled pieces of tobacco, turning each one into a perfect cigar in a matter of minutes. Later in the evening we returned for another bathroom visit only to find the atmosphere in the middle very upbeat and lively. The same Italian guy was now singing American rock n roll classics and people were dancing and having a great time. Since we were traveling from 4 hours away we weren't prepared to bring anything back, so we filled our bellies and made a mental note to add this market to our must visit list for the a future visit to the Bronx.

Want a true New York experience? Do you love amazingly great food? Are you tired of plastic wrapped commercially prepared packages at the local supermarket? Then come to Arthur Avenue in The Bronx and enjoy this incredible place filled with vendors who have been there for generations. From Pete's Meats to Mike's Deli and all the others, you will have a more than a fabulous experience. Arthur Avenue is filled with Italian food stores and restaurants that are among the best in NYC. This indoor marketplace is like an Italian bazaar that's really a cornucopia of delights. Triple A quality, everything you can imagine and then some delivered to you with unbelievable customer service. At Pete's Meat you can buy ready to go items that you bring home and cook tonight. Afraid to get it because not sure how to cook it? Ask them. They'll tell you. At Mike's Deli the most awesomely delicious sandwiches, fresh mozzarella you can watch being made that is so sweet you'll swear you've never tasted anything like it before. There's produce galore and barrels of every kind of olive you know and then some. There's even a hand rolled cigar vendor who will roll you a cigar on the spot. I love coming here. No, I'm not Italian but no matter your background, who doesn't love Italian food? Start here when you go to Arthur Avenue and then walk up and down the street and don't forget to have a meal at one of the many fabulous restaurants. On the way home, stop at a bakery (every one is outrageous) to take home the best baked goods you've ever had. Oh and you want fish? Well you haven't seen anything yet. The best fresh seafood and fish. When I was here this week, I met people who had driven over 2 hours to get here. No they weren't from some remote area. They were from places like Princeton NJ. What you get here is that amazing. These folks cheerfully waited on line (It's Xmas time so what do you expect at 3 pm?) while trays of home made red wine were passed around along with samples of mozzarella and other goodies. I used to come here with my father when I was a little girl and believe me, the place is still as I remember it - a truly authentic NY experience in a wonderful Italian marketplace in the heart of Arthur Avenue across from the municipal parking lot. If you're ever in the NYC area you must come to the Arthur Ave Retail Market.

Mike's Deli in the back! Try the antipasto plate and ANY sandwich! It's authentic, fresh, flavor rich and diverse! Go when you're hungry...portions are large! All choices are good choices!

The market is honestly a memorable experience! There's a flower shop when you walk in and you can see the guys hand making cigars, which is so cool. Then they have a spot to purchase fresh produce and another stand that is dedicated to selling meats of various kinds. Ooouu, how could I forget about all the tasty types of cheeses available as well and there is a stand to purchase treats and gelato as well. Lastly, slap dab in the middle is Bronx Beer Hall, which I heard many good reviews about. This place is worth checking out!

Living very close to The Bronx I do not know why we have never been to Arthur Avenue. That Will change going forward. We ate in the market and had pizza and other amazing apps with the pizza. We strolled and one place was better then the next. This was Little Italy before it was ransacked by the bridge and tunnel tourists happy with their over cooked boxed pasta. I can not speak to one place as all of them were great and we strolled again after dinner and had homemade canolis stuff right in front of me fresh. We can not wait to go back and try some more places. The Market is a must visit and eat in any of the places. What a great old school experience. It reminded us of being on vacation in Europe . No Joke.